So I accidentally loosened the brake caliper banjo bolt and
#1
So I accidentally loosened the brake caliper banjo bolt and
Of course, brake fluid poured out and I introduced air into my lines. So my question is, (because I cannot bleed my brakes until tomorrow) would it be bad to drive like this today. I have to do it anyways for work, but I'm wondering if it's a problem and/or would it create another problem. I have an 05 DX
#2
Test drive, if it doesn't stop well of course don't drive in traffic.
If the reservoir went empty you'll have to bleed the whole system. If it did not you may get some improvement with a "passive" bleed on the one caliper by opening the bleeder bolt and letting some fluid and air come out (careful not to empty the reservoir). The advantage of this stopgap technique is you don't need a helper to press the brake pedal. The disadvantage is that it doesn't always work.
If the reservoir went empty you'll have to bleed the whole system. If it did not you may get some improvement with a "passive" bleed on the one caliper by opening the bleeder bolt and letting some fluid and air come out (careful not to empty the reservoir). The advantage of this stopgap technique is you don't need a helper to press the brake pedal. The disadvantage is that it doesn't always work.
#3
Awesome, thank you for the tip! I got home safely, luckily not much traffic. I'll be taking my car in to a shop where the guy said he will bleed my brakes then put on new rotors and brake pads for 200$ which I think is an ok deal since I need my brakes working better by Friday. I am a newbie learning more and more each day so thank you for your help
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