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mgzo6 · 11-18-2018, 12:51 PM

Is there a specified sequence for brake bleeding. My Z06 has a specific sequence which is not the old school farthest from master to nearest. thanks for any help.

cdb95z28 · 11-18-2018, 02:12 PM

Per the GM service manual:
RR,LF,LR,RF

This is how I do my '14 1LE, it is the same for the Z.
I use a Motive Power Bleeder, best tool I have, 1 man bleeding.
If you do not have access to a Tech 2 scan tool to cycle the ABS unit, you can do an initial bleed, go out and engage the ABS (do it a few times) then rebleed.

I have done this procedure many times after I have opened the system (rebuilt calipers,installed new calipers, etc). I do not do it everytime I do a bleed before a track day unless I suspect air in the system. But if you are doing a long overdo bleed, especially before a track day, then it is beneficial to do the ABS cycling. This allows the fluid within the ABS unit to be flushed with fresher fluid.

mgzo6 · 11-18-2018, 03:26 PM

Thanks much... I have bled the brakes on my Z06 several times. I just needed to know the sequence

Quote:

Originally Posted by cdb95z28

Per the GM service manual:
RR,LF,LR,RF

This is how I do my '14 1LE, it is the same for the Z.
I use a Motive Power Bleeder, best tool I have, 1 man bleeding.
If you do not have access to a Tech 2 scan tool to cycle the ABS unit, you can do an initial bleed, go out and engage the ABS (do it a few times) then rebleed.

I have done this procedure many times after I have opened the system (rebuilt calipers,installed new calipers, etc). I do not do it everytime I do a bleed before a track day unless I suspect air in the system. But if you are doing a long overdo bleed, especially before a track day, then it is beneficial to do the ABS cycling. This allows the fluid within the ABS unit to be flushed with fresher fluid.

MrRaZ28 · 11-18-2018, 04:12 PM

You could do it that way, but there are others including myself who have done it the old fashion way with no issues. Also, make sure you do inner then outer bleeder screws.

Motive bleeder is the way to go. I cut the hose and added quick disconnects to mine so that I can take the cap off without losing pressure in the bottle every time.

11-18-2018, 12:51 PM	#1
mgzo6 Drives: 2015 Z/28 Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: Phoenix Posts: 6	Z/28 Brake Bleed Sequence Is there a specified sequence for brake bleeding. My Z06 has a specific sequence which is not the old school farthest from master to nearest. thanks for any help.

11-18-2018, 02:12 PM	#2
cdb95z28 Drives: 2022 1SS 1LE A10 BCD WCT+PDR Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Johnstown, PA Posts: 3,200	Per the GM service manual: RR,LF,LR,RF This is how I do my '14 1LE, it is the same for the Z. I use a Motive Power Bleeder, best tool I have, 1 man bleeding. If you do not have access to a Tech 2 scan tool to cycle the ABS unit, you can do an initial bleed, go out and engage the ABS (do it a few times) then rebleed. I have done this procedure many times after I have opened the system (rebuilt calipers,installed new calipers, etc). I do not do it everytime I do a bleed before a track day unless I suspect air in the system. But if you are doing a long overdo bleed, especially before a track day, then it is beneficial to do the ABS cycling. This allows the fluid within the ABS unit to be flushed with fresher fluid. __________________ 2022 1SS 1LE A10 BCD WCT+PDR2014 1SS 1LE NPP RECARO SIM-SOLD1995 Z28 M6 GSC PGM-SOLD1975 NOVA COUPE 300HP 350 TH350 FLASH RED-SOLD

11-18-2018, 04:12 PM	#4
MrRaZ28 @MrRaZ28 Drives: 2014 Z28 #80 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Cincinnati, OH Posts: 590 View My Garage	You could do it that way, but there are others including myself who have done it the old fashion way with no issues. Also, make sure you do inner then outer bleeder screws. Motive bleeder is the way to go. I cut the hose and added quick disconnects to mine so that I can take the cap off without losing pressure in the bottle every time.