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Eric Baker · 03-23-2011, 10:11 PM

I have a question and searching turned up nothing.

I will be installing my SJM line lock soon, and was wondering, since you have to disconnect the line before the ABS module, is there a special bleeding procedure? Is a scan tool needed to get all the air out? I'm surprised nobody has asked this yet, at least not that I can find.

JusticePete · 03-23-2011, 10:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Eric Baker

I have a question and searching turned up nothing.

I will be installing my SJM line lock soon, and was wondering, since you have to disconnect the line before the ABS module, is there a special bleeding procedure? Is a scan tool needed to get all the air out? I'm surprised nobody has asked this yet, at least not that I can find.

Yes, a scan tool is required to bleed the ABS pump. A GM Tech II or equivalent set to 2010 Corvette will do the job.

BUMBLE-B-TUNA · 03-23-2011, 11:08 PM

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Originally Posted by JusticePete

Yes, a scan tool is required to bleed the ABS pump. A GM Tech II or equivalent set to 2010 Corvette will do the job.

Whats a scan tool? Where can I get one? How much $?

JusticePete · 03-23-2011, 11:32 PM

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Originally Posted by BUMBLE-B-TUNA

Whats a scan tool? Where can I get one? How much $?

Hmmm too much http://www.autobarn.net/xxx3627.html

$4,799

but I am sure they throw in free shipping.

BUMBLE-B-TUNA · 03-23-2011, 11:44 PM

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Originally Posted by JusticePete

Hmmm too much http://www.autobarn.net/xxx3627.html

$4,799

but I am sure they throw in free shipping.

WTF!!! I guess this ain't for a DIY. There must be a different way of doing it. I've seen others install line locks on here???

JusticePete · 03-23-2011, 11:58 PM

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Originally Posted by BUMBLE-B-TUNA

WTF!!! I guess this ain't for a DIY. There must be a different way of doing it. I've seen others install line locks on here???

Now you know why shop rates are what they are. Equipment is very expenssive and then of course you need to get the updates... I would suggest installing the line lock and then having a Pedders or Chevy or other quality dealer do the final bleed with a Tech II.

BUMBLE-B-TUNA · 03-24-2011, 04:18 AM

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Originally Posted by JusticePete

Now you know why shop rates are what they are. Equipment is very expenssive and then of course you need to get the updates... I would suggest installing the line lock and then having a Pedders or Chevy or other quality dealer do the final bleed with a Tech II.

Thanks for the tip!

Fubar · 03-28-2011, 08:44 AM

PITA

Slowhawk · 04-02-2011, 09:05 PM

I do it the cheap way. Bleed the brakes, drive it into a sandy parking lot and slamm
the brakes a few times.It pulses the ABS system and blows the air bubbles out.

Go back and bleed again -done. No $5k tool needed.

Oxtar41 · 04-02-2011, 09:20 PM

4700 is cheap. I paid 12,000 for the snap-on verus!

Eric Baker · 04-03-2011, 09:35 AM

Hmm Don that's a good idea. If I can't find a scan tool that works, I'll use that method. I'v been putting off the install of the line lock and stainless lines.

2010 SS RS · 04-03-2011, 09:44 AM

My god...why would you guys make such a mountain out of a little deal. He is just installing line locks. All of the air is after the brake line block. Just install your line locks and bleed your brakes starting at the one that is furtherest away. takes two people on pumping the brakes and one working the bleeder or a vacuum system. as long as you dont run your resevour dry you wont get air in the system before the abs box. You are going to love your new locks...and tire companies will love you...roflmao

The Stig · 04-05-2011, 05:08 PM

Come on man, stay positive

Fishdadddy · 04-10-2011, 10:02 PM

HMMMMMM

03-23-2011, 10:11 PM	#1
Eric Baker Drives: Black/Black 2SS/RS 6M Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Boston MA Posts: 987 View My Garage	Bleeding brakes for line lock I have a question and searching turned up nothing. I will be installing my SJM line lock soon, and was wondering, since you have to disconnect the line before the ABS module, is there a special bleeding procedure? Is a scan tool needed to get all the air out? I'm surprised nobody has asked this yet, at least not that I can find.

04-03-2011, 09:44 AM	#12
2010 SS RS Drives: 2010 2SS/RS IBM Black Polished Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Colorado Posts: 2,106	My god...why would you guys make such a mountain out of a little deal. He is just installing line locks. All of the air is after the brake line block. Just install your line locks and bleed your brakes starting at the one that is furtherest away. takes two people on pumping the brakes and one working the bleeder or a vacuum system. as long as you dont run your resevour dry you wont get air in the system before the abs box. You are going to love your new locks...and tire companies will love you...roflmao __________________ 418 Stroker, 621RWHP 648 lbs TORQUE Built by Laramie GM Auto Center Tuned by Nick at Mac Autosport. EForce SC, 2 3/4pulley,LPE dual fuel pump, JRE Twin fuel rail upgrade, posi clutch kit, RX oilcatch can and breather, Callies Compstar crankshaft and rods, Racing bearings, CP -13.8 race pistons, steel rings, Comp Cams X6 blower cam, Springs, HD timing chain and tensioner, Doug Thorley Tri Y LT headers, 89.7lb injectors, RPM rollbar, DSS1400 shafts, Simpson 5 pt harness, BMR Toe rods and trailing arms, led lights, RPM input and output shafts

04-05-2011, 05:08 PM	#13
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