Expert: Sean Halliday - 8/23/2009

Question
I just replaced the driver's front caliper and can not get much brake pedal again. I have bleed the brake lines several times and still nothing. Started with the central box, went to the one rear bleeder, up to the passengers side, and finally, the drivers side.... What am I doing wrong? I do have very little pedal, but not much. Pumping does not increase the pedal

Answer
You should not have had to do all this if you crimped the flex hose before removing the caliper.Start again.I assume you are bleeding the brakes using a second person.Start at the rear passenger side and pump up the pedal.Use a clear tube over the bleed screw so you can see air coming out.Dont forget to watch the reservoir and keep it full.When the fluid is solid,tighten the bleeder then move to the drivers rear.Then passenger front and last drivers.Ignore the central box.While you bleed the brakes make sure the pedal goes all the way up and held down between opening the bleeder.Do this slowly every time.What method did you use?