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15.0) Start up procedure and final

checks

This section details the operations,

adjustments and checks that should be

carried out prior to starting the car for the

first time. Refer to your Owner's

Handbook for recommended lubricants

and capacities.

15.1) Brake system – filling and

bleeding

Prior to filling the brake master cylinder

recheck all brake connections, including

factory fitted connections, from the brake

master cylinder to each calliper and

ensure that they are properly tightened.

Warnings

1. Brake fluid is poisonous; wash

affected areas immediately in case of

skin contact and seek medical

assistance if fluid is swallowed or

enters the eyes.

2. Brake fluid is hygroscopic. Ensure

that fluid comes from freshly opened

container.

3. Brake fluid is corrosive to paintwork,

powder coat and plastic components.

Care should be taken to avoid spillage

at all times.

Remove the brake master cylinder cap

and protect the surrounding scuttle

paintwork with clean cloths to prevent

possible fluid leakage from causing

damage to the paintwork.

Ensure all bleed nipples on the callipers

are closed then fill the brake master

cylinder with fresh brake fluid that

complies with SA3J 1703F DOT 4

specification. Replace the master cylinder

cap.

15.1.1) Standard brakes

Remove and retain the dust cap from the

LH rear brake calliper bleed screw. Place

a length of flexible hose over the bleed

screw and place the other end of the tube

into a clean glass container and pour in

sufficient brake fluid to cover the end of

the tube.

Depress the brake pedal several times to

build up pressure and maintain pressure

on the brake pedal.

With pressure maintained on the brake

pedal unscrew the bleed screw and allow

the compressed air and brake fluid to flow

into the container. Tighten the bleed

screw before the brake pedal is released

repeat this process until no more air

bubbles can be seen in the brake fluid.

NOTE

Ensure brake fluid level remains above

half full level in the brake master cylinder.

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