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Why is bleeding my brakes not working?? Pedal still goes to the floor!

Discussion in 'General Jeep Discussion' started by 6STIX, Nov 11, 2020.

  1. Nov 11, 2020 at 3:12 PM
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    Why is bleeding my brakes not working?? Pedal still goes to the floor! After changing out front brake calipers, rear brake shoes, and new master cylinder!
     
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  2. Nov 11, 2020 at 3:32 PM
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    After changing out front brake calipers, rear brake shoes, and new master cylinder!
     
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  3. Nov 11, 2020 at 4:06 PM
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    Did you put the calipers on the correct side? Bleeder valve goes up.
     
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  4. Nov 11, 2020 at 4:14 PM
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    Did you bench bleed the MC before the install?
     
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  5. Nov 11, 2020 at 4:42 PM
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    yes
     
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