Brake Bleeding with Techstream (1 Viewer)

[CharlieS]

Thought this was something potentially useful for those of us with access to Techstream.



So many ways to bleed brakes, just adding this one to the tool belt. Seems like an efficient way to push a higher volume of fluid so may be a good option for a full flush, especially when time is short.

 

[chriscosta416]

Not sure if the process is the same as the Mitsubishi Monteros ( or any other vehicle with traction control and similar brake system) but I believe the FSM only recommends this for caliper replacements or HBB replacement

 

[CharlieS]

2. BLEED BRAKE SYSTEM

CAUTION: If air is bled without using the Techstream, damage or accidents may result. Therefore, always use the Techstream when bleeding air​

Not saying I do this, since I've bled rear brakes a bunch of ways, drip, pressure with Motive, pump pedal. But it is what the FSM says.

 

[chriscosta416]

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2. BLEED BRAKE SYSTEM

CAUTION: If air is bled without using the Techstream, damage or accidents may result. Therefore, always use the Techstream when bleeding air​

Not saying I do this, since I've bled rear brakes a bunch of ways, drip, pressure with Motive, pump pedal. But it is what the FSM says.

Interesting!

 

[prharper]

Thought this was something potentially useful for those of us with access to Techstream.



So many ways to bleed brakes, just adding this one to the tool belt. Seems like an efficient way to push a higher volume of fluid so may be a good option for a full flush, especially when time is short.

Yep, I used this method and same video. Worked great for me.

 

[FerrisBueller]

Thought this was something potentially useful for those of us with access to Techstream.



So many ways to bleed brakes, just adding this one to the tool belt. Seems like an efficient way to push a higher volume of fluid so may be a good option for a full flush, especially when time is short.

Didn't know about this, how cool and convenient!

 

[Nothinghead]

It works awesome for the rears and passes a good amount of fluid for a fluid exchange but for the fronts, I guess you have to just gravity drain to get the old stuff out, right?

 

[bloc]

I guess you have to just gravity drain to get the old stuff out, right?

I haven't hooked mine up yet but a number of users report good results with a pressure bleeder.

 

[CharlieS]

Gravity bleeding works well. I also have a Motive setup that works well. I just use low pressure air and keep the reservoir full.

 

[jjtrou2072]

Trying to finish up the 2016+ Brake Upgrade on my 2013 LX.

Not having any luck using techstream to bleed the rear brakes. I opened up the rear valves, hit the button in techstream for RL and RR and I hear the pump kick on but no fluid comes out????? Just the steady gravity drip.

I tried a few times on each side but decided to stop before I burn up the pump or build pressure in the system somewhere I shouldn't.

 

[bloc]

Trying to finish up the 2016+ Brake Upgrade on my 2013 LX.

Not having any luck using techstream to bleed the rear brakes. I opened up the rear valves, hit the button in techstream for RL and RR and I hear the pump kick on but no fluid comes out????? Just the steady gravity drip.

I tried a few times on each side but decided to stop before I burn up the pump or build pressure in the system somewhere I shouldn't.

If I remember correctly all you need to do is have someone press the brake pedal lightly while the bleeder is open and the pump will run continuously to push fluid out. Rears only though.

 

[jjtrou2072]

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If I remember correctly all you need to do is have someone press the brake pedal lightly while the bleeder is open and the pump will run continuously to push fluid out. Rears only though.

For the front did you use the old fashion way with a helper?

 

[bloc]

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For the front did you use the old fashion way with a helper?

I believe so. This was three plus years ago so I’m a little fuzzy on what I did. I just remember being surprised and impressed that the master pump has a built in bleed mode with no special tools required.

 

[jjtrou2072]

I believe so. This was three plus years ago so I’m a little fuzzy on what I did. I just remember being surprised and impressed that the master pump has a built in bleed mode with no special tools required.

No worries.
I was hoping Techstream would make the process a one man job but I could not get the pump to move fluid through any of any of the lines. Could hear the pump kick on but nothing would flow.

After my failed attempt with Techstream, I just opened up both rear bleeder valves and let it gravity drip for a while then did the same thing for the front. (I didn't have a helper). End result was almost non existent brakes i.e. pedal almost to the floor when I test drove it in the drive way.......

I am going to attempt to bleed the lines with a helper tonight and see if I have any luck that way. Or at least have someone in the cab to push the pedal enough for the pump to kick on for the rear etc.

 

[gasman4u]

No worries.
I was hoping Techstream would make the process a one man job but I could not get the pump to move fluid through any of any of the lines. Could hear the pump kick on but nothing would flow.

After my failed attempt with Techstream, I just opened up both rear bleeder valves and let it gravity drip for a while then did the same thing for the front. (I didn't have a helper). End result was almost non existent brakes i.e. pedal almost to the floor when I test drove it in the drive way.......

I am going to attempt to bleed the lines with a helper tonight and see if I have any luck that way. Or at least have someone in the cab to push the pedal enough for the pump to kick on for the rear etc.

Did you pump the brake pedal prior to the driveway test to get the caliper pistons to start their journey to the pads?

 

[jjtrou2072]

Did you pump the brake pedal prior to the driveway test to get the caliper pistons to start their journey to the pads?

I think I did but it was getting late and I was tired.

I will be home in another couple hours and am hoping to get it bled properly tonight.
I think my biggest problem is that I have read so many different ways of bleeding the 200 series system that I'm confusing myself.

I'm used to older vehicles with a helper in the cab, If all else fails I may revert back to that and see what happens.

 

[jjtrou2072]

All is good. Brakes are 100% better than before.

I couldn't get techstream utility to bleed properly. So I resorted to Oldschool helper in the cab technology for the front and let the pump do its thing on the rear.

 

[40Man]

I have done the techstream method and used my wife to pump the fronts. I wanted a simpler process where it is truly DIY and not DIY with a buddy. I've never had great success with speedbleeders so wanted to try something else.

Tried the Holt Pneumatic system from HF that hooks to an air compressor. Simply awesome. No brake pressing, no techstream, and no need to keep an eye on the reservoir as it comes with an auxilliary reservoir that locks on top of the 200s reservoir to keep it topped off.

Pneumatic Air Operated Brake Bleeder with Auto-Refill Kit

Amazing deals on this Pneumatic Brake Bleeder Kit at Harbor Freight. Quality tools & low prices.

www.harborfreight.com

I bled with the wheels on using FR/FL/RR/LR and it took about 30 minutes and no mess.

I know there are some systems that put pressure from the reservoir down, but understand this puts more strain on the system.

The old way was fine, but this was definitely worth the price!