How to Bleed an ABS Brake System - Step by Step!

This is a video tutorial on how to bleed an ABS brake system. Air can get trapped up in the valves of the ABS system which can't be in the system for it to work properly. So we need to get that air out using a scanner to open and close the valves. I will show you exactly how to do that. Thanks for watching!
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[@trick58]

Thank you for the video. I let my Chevy Stepside sit for 6 years - the 350/5.7L engine fired right up! Love that engine even with 270k miles. But the brake pedal went to the floor. Topped the empty reservoir and tight pedal until powered up. Figured the ABS module was dried out. I don’t own a $500 module reader, so took it to Meineke. Thank you for confirming what I didn’t want to do!

[@Grizzle400]

How much did they charge you?

[@trick58]

@@Grizzle400 Didn’t leave it with Meineke - they put me off 8 days. Went to my usual Les Schwab and got new brakes all 4 and I think it was $480? Long time ago now.

[@Grizzle400]

@@trick58 dang, yea i have a 2013 Ram 1500 with a bad Abs control module. Code C2200, and i was hoping this could possibly be the solution but I doubt it.

[@ZME-kk9bs]

@@Grizzle400 Code c2200 means module not communicating, could be a just a broken fuse, relay, or wire, so you'll have to inspect electrical before replacing the kitchen sink.

[@ProfessorDavidBower]

Can you use a power bleeder (pressurized) with procedure and not have to pump the brakes?

[@AzizAli-xd2du]

Very well detailed informative video!

[@2carpros]

Thank you!

[@r91motorswelcome79]

Honestly was looking for this video and best out there top guy!!!!

[@2carpros]

Hey thanks for watching!

[@VincentEsquiveljr]

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[@2carpros]

That's amazing! Thank you so much for subscribing!

[@rafaelramos2731]

Excellent video my friend and looking easy to do. Thk u.

[@2carpros]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@outsidethelines2162]

The hero we need

[@markstark4576]

Thanks my $125 Foxwell multi manufacturer scanner was able to walk me through it . The vacuum bleeder little tank worked but it's too light...I put a C-clamp at bottom. Bleed one and refill reservoir repeat. I actually never used the jar and hose method. Either had helper or used a vacuum pump. My pedal was mushy after normal bleed...but I nursed car home after blew rear line so I must of sucked rear brake tank empty. I only had to cross two rural quiet intersections. Be safe.

[@jonkadela878]

excellent video. I also knew nothing about the ABS bleed method. btw, I have always used clear tube at the bleeder so I can see air bubbles and fluid color.

[@2carpros]

Thanks for watching!

[@lenspears916]

Great video, I have a 96 E350, any idea what scanner might work with a van that is that old ?

[@fabianmacias848]

Excellent video

[@tucobenedicto1780]

Thanks for the video. I changed the master cylinder on my 2008 F-350. I couldn't get the brakes to bleed no matter what I did. Only air ever came out. Very frustrating. Will try this next using my scanner.

[@gregbriley8328]

thanks for your help. i did purchase the mk808. bleeding the brakes im only getting the brake pressure test, not the bleed left front, right front , left rear , etc. is there a download im missing? the petal is very soft. your new friend Greg.

[@ravinathaariyarathna6753]

Very useful video. Thank you!

[@2carpros]

Glad it was helpful!

[@tdub2399]

Awesome video

[@tdub2399]

@@niallg5831 time stamped 😁

[@kingbodetailthebestornothi9997]

Excellent!

[@2carpros]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@ajcaiati]

Excellent video. I put this question in a reply. So the bleeder valve is open with the hose in brake fluid so it cannot suck air back into the system. Close the valve when the scanner says to close the valve and move on to the next wheel. I drive a 2010 Toyota Tundra, this tool you recommend will work for the Tundra as well? Thanking you in advance, Anthony J

[@ecigaccessory4792]

I have a 2011 jeep grand Cherokee Laredo with a 3.6 L, what I need to do the same thing to it? I have a soft pedal and I just change the master cylinder but I still can’t get it to break properly

[@kristinhornsby9362]

Thanks, I don't have a scanner replaced MC, all pads rotors bled several times calipers are on correctly. My brake pedal still goes to floor please help would this be a computer issue. Lexus IS250, 08

[@kenworthcustomlogisticstru8096]

Will that scan tool work on a 2005 Dodge ram 3500 dually SLT quad cab Long bed with disk brakes front and rear.

[@jsmith3964]

your good , have a 98 maxima and only bleed left front brake fluid kelp going down after calaper repair, thanks for your video. .looks like i ve got to bleed all 4 don t have the high end scanner ,only blue driver.. i can get it done now due to your help ,thanks,

[@bradleyworch6742]

would I need to do this on a 2001 GMC Yukon. I am changing the front calipers. thanks

[@jshunskey8909]

❤👍👍👍thanks brother for sharing 🙏

[@2carpros]

👍

[@marlo916]

dont forget to keep the brake fluid reservoir topped up with fluid while pumping

[@davidgarris8006]

This is a question can this be used to bleed the ABS module itself and then do the brakes

[@markellis4851]

I'm interested in the Autel MX808 scan tool. However I've heard that to calibrate the linear valve in the ASB control I'll need a scan tool that communicates bi-directionally. I believe that would be the 906BT. Is this correct?

[@ronatkins3376]

The mx808 just got a new update in June 2022 its now bidirectional. I just bought mine 3 days ago

[@watchmanexpert]

I replace my read caliper Nissan Titan 2010 and I bleed all the 4 caliper many times 1 quarter in brake bluid , now my brake in stop ligth slowly go to the floor , u think I need to do the abs bleeding?

[@fahedothman4067]

What kind of scan I could buy for that car for a 2012 Fiesta Ford stauber G my abs

[@golfish8589]

I just replaced abs motor on new to me 2003 Silverado ext ls. Master cylinder looks new. System sat open without a pump for a couple of days. I did suction out brake fluid from reservoir before abs removal so fluid would not end up on the floor. After refilling reservoir after abs install.. Pedal goes to the floor with no pressure or brake fluid leaving the reservoir. I even tried removing the two line from the master cylinder. No fluid would come out the two open lines Whats up? Thanks...

[@gregbriley8328]

in addition to the below comment, i need to add something. in your video you say to click on anti lock brake bleed. well,i dont have that icon. i have automated icon which runs the pump while holding the brake to check pressure im assuming. why do i not have the anti lock brake bleed?

[@larryolund5544]

I own a 2020 Jeep Wrangler and I am having problems with spongy brake peddle When I purchased the jeep brand new it had excellent brakes The peddle was firm and quick to respond Now after about 3000k miles I have lost the peddle and they are spongy slow to respond I believe after watching your video that is may have happened after the jeep went into anti spin mode once while off road This is not a problem with just my jeep If you go to the JL Wrangler forum you will see that others have the same problem and the dealer is no help. They say its normal. IT IS NOT NORMAL AND I NEED TO FIX IT I purchased a FOXWELL NT630 to perform the ABS brake bleeding like I saw in in your video with the Autel put it would not perform the individual wheel brake bleed with the ABS pump running What it did do I think was open inlet and outlet valves and run the ABS pump so I did bleed the brakes several times opening the valves and running the pump This did improve the peddle by 50% put I can still tell there is air in the system All this to say do you know if the Autel will run an individual wheel ABS brake bleed like seen in your video on a Jeep Wrangler JL 2018 to 2021 Thanks for your help Larry

[@2carpros]

Excellent diagnosis it sounds like you are 100% correct. Off road use with ABS can absolutely get air in the ABS system and cause that problem. It did on my 2005 F150 I can't imagine it wouldn't on your Jeep. I'd order it Amazon and see if it works, if not return it, if it does hang on to it. Thanks for watching!

[@larryolund5544]

@@2carpros Thank you and Thank you for your video I have been an auto technician for over 40 years and never heard of ABS inducing air into a brake system and I did not think it was possible until I say your video What you said about a master cylinder makes sense PUT the engineers need to figure out how to stop this from happening Despite what the dealer said I new there was something wrong and was determined to find out what and fix it I get the Autel MK808 on Friday and will bleed the brake again and I am sure this will fix it and then I will share your video with the Jeep JL Wrangler forum with an explanation on how I got to this point and how I fixed it Keep up the good work Thanks Larry

[@k8ble]

excellent

[@2carpros]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@riskfreesolutionsforbusiness]

Iif theres air in system will it give false code ie reluctor ring tooth missing along with abs light on dash?

[@charlesharrell8798]

My brake pedal pulsates when I press the pedal so, I had the entire system flushed for possible air. It didn't work. My ABS light comes on for a while but will go off. 06 caravan 3.3. Any ideas?

[@bubba_hunts]

Yeah, I'll give you a thumbs up and a follow

[@eap.productions]

For DIY I have Autel's Mini AP200C Bluetooth scanner. Cheaper upfront and you pay annual fee as you need it per function. I also have a fill bottle upside-down into reservoir and a vacuum pump tool on the bleed screw for one person operation. Any downsides to using this method?

[@DJTourniquet]

Only thing I can think of is your fill bottle going dry or the vacuum bleeder not sealing proper on the bleed valve. I know from experience on both lol

[@njoeandjen]

Great video i have a 2011 f150 and replaced master cylinder brakes work good just feel mushy still especially when fast stopping pedal mushy at first even after master cylinder change. Do you lose a lot of fluid when bleeding with scanner as i have a foxwell scanner and going to try bleeding to see if corrects issue!

[@53Talib]

Thank you for very good video . I very happy to see this Video . I am from Norway I have a Hyundai H-1 Starex Grand Starex 2013 . I have proleme withe brake . I have done like you but now I havent brake . Can you helpe me please .

[@amerikaamerika1966]

Does it support Mitsubishi montero sport 2001 auto bleed?

[@KietNguyen-up9vx]

Hello, I am planning on disassemblying my abs module tomorrow on my 2014 honda accord because I need to replace it. What if I don't have the money for a scanner good enough for this function? My current scanner is a launch X431 creader VII+ and I know for a fact that it doesn't have the function. Is there any way to manually do it?

[@ronaldscott781]

Very good video!! I’m Using an MK906BT on a 2002 Tahoe w/soft pedal after caliper replacements. The abs bleed procedure doesn’t prompt me to open any bleeder screws. Seems to me that it won’t do any good if the air isn’t allowed to escape. Any thoughts? I’m going to have a helper open each corner in succession and try again.

[@mikehannigan848]

you probably figured this out already but it sounds like you were using the bi-directional testing function of your scan tool and not the abs bleed function.

[@Timemachine69]

In the case, the air will be pushed out the and module to the brake lines, then do a regular bleed to remove the air from the brake lines

[@garydeandeery]

I had a engine light come up with a code p0610 Pcm failure tried everything had my brakes bumping so feels like warped disks. So I did all new calipers groves disks pads braided lines but Iv still got the engine light and wobbly disks Mazda wants £2000 for program my ECU after lots of searches had fault code broken down into each number meaning So Hope now it’s a speed/brake line sensor if one is faulty it makes the pedal feel on/off

[@djsuava9398]

Love ❤️ brother ❤️

[@user-bj3el8tp4d]

This is a very informative video but will this method work if the ABS is not currently working? I had to open the brake system on my 2008 Impala and could only get 3 out of 4 of the lines to bleed. BTW. The wheel that wouldn’t bleed was the one where I replaced the caliper (left rear).

[@billsteil8002]

Yes the values need to be opened in the ABS pump. Don't use a vacuum bleeder you will damage the ABS pump.

[@muhammadkhair9024]

Hi! I been noticing a weird safety issue with my bmw f20. Whenever I braked hard, my steering veers to the right, an indication my left front brake is not functioning well? A quick trip to a workshop ends up in both front left and right rotor and brake pad change. However when the mech tried to perform a bleeding of front right brake, he said it was not bleeding well enough. After many attempts he decided to check on my abs pump. He disconnected the line out from abs pump to front right, and upon pressing the brakes, little brake fluid seems to be coming out of the abs pump supplying to front right. Is this a sure tell tale sign of faulty abs pump? Or should I carry out the wiring test as shown by you guys

[@2carpros]

I suppose an air bubble can get in the module and make the right not work like it should. It is worth a try. Especially if the ABS has activated a bunch recently. Thanks for watching!

[@humbertoalcocer2173]

Hi, I did all steps but after click hot functions this shows up : the selected function is not supported” any idea what is that for? Thanks!

[@2carpros]

Try updating your scanner. Thanks for watching!

[@dtm8073]

Nice video! I've got a 2016 Silverado 2500 HD, I bought the truck new in May 2016. Every time I apply the brakes on the first push the pedal feels a little spongy but if I let go and reapply the brakes then it feels hard and no sponginess. Every time I went to the garage I'd forget to mention it and now 6 years later it still does it but I got used to it. My wife probably never noticed it because she never said anything about it. I guess I might have air in the system. Am I correct to assume that? I'd actually like to replace the brake fluid since it's 6 years old. Would I just follow this procedure till I see the new fluid come out of the hose? Thanks,

[@fcesur77]

Hi! I have exactly the same brake pedal problem like yours. Were you able solve this problem just through abs bleeding system? I am supposed to go to a Honda service I think.

[@raulmorel1872]

@@fcesur77could be master cylinder or brake booster.

[@danknitz9679]

Thanks for the video! Ive watched the one where a snap on scanner is being used and the user doesn't open any bleeders during the abs bleed process. It appears that the scanner dont instruct the user to open them either. Ill be using this same scanner and not sure if i should open them up or keep the bleeders closed during the abs bleed. What do you think i should do? Thanks again...

[@ilvxor]

Same question here. It should be opened before going through bleeding process with this scanner??

[@danknitz9679]

@@ilvxor the Snap-On scanner that I used did not instruct me to open up any bleeders at first so I did not open any but that did not do a thing for me so I repeated the process opening up one bleeder up front and another one in the back and did the ABS bleed while pumping the brakes and that seemed to help a little bit but I still got air in the system. I did this four times.

[@karlzrli]

Thank you very much for the video. Just to confirm, by attaching the scanner and follow the instruction for all four wheels, did we only bleed the ABS system as per the scanner, and we will still have to manually bleed all four wheels again by the traditional way? Or did we actually achieved bleeding both the main system, as well as the ABS system?

[@2carpros]

For me it worked and bled the entire system, BUT I would check after the ABS process and make sure you have a very firm pedal. If not then bleed like normal. Thanks for watching Karl!

[@sethfrazier828]

If you don’t manually bleed the system afterwards then you would just be sending the air bubble somewhere else in the lines, I would assume at least

[@karlzrli]

Thank you guys!

[@Marsha-nq4wb]

Does my car have to be started to bleed for Toyota highlander 2004 6 cylinder? My brother said it has to be started help!

[@eobardthawne6962]

Cheaper solution to the autel scanner if you're working on Ford products is a laptop/windows tablet a Bluetooth obd dongle and forscan software. The software is free and can do alot more then just bleed brakes.

[@2carpros]

Yeah that will work for Ford products but other makes aren't so lucky. Thanks for watching!

[@The_Nomad_Detailer]

I have a 2000 ford excursion, I replaced all calipers, rotors and pads, Ive bleed the brakes (like normal), I also discovered a brake like with a hole it. I replaced that to. refilled the system..bleed the brakes another 3 times, and I still have a sinking brake pedal. I found out about the abs module needing bleed. I cracked each line bleeding them like a caliper having someone pushing the pedal inside. STILL when its not running, I have a rock hard brake pedal after pumping a few times. but when its running...pedal sinks to the floor before the brakes grab at all. HELP!!!! Do I need a scan tool to do this on a vehicle this old? that will fix my issue? or do I have a bad brake booster?

[@JustAlanIsCool]

Master cylinder. 2009 sonata with same exact symptoms. I bled the brakes today (old school way) and got plenty of fluid out at each corner, rotors still look brand new after a couple hours of trying to break the new rotors and pads in. If the booster was bad you wouldn't be able to move the pedal even with the engine running. In other words, no power brakes.

[@kennylavay8492]

HOW ABOUT THE AUTO BLEED. some show you do not have to open at each wheel. will the auto bleed still bleed all the air from the lines and the pump motor.

[@2carpros]

If you follow the steps on screen it will get all the air from the pump, but maybe not all the way out the lines. You might have to bleed brakes like normal afterwards if the pedal feels soft or spongy. Thanks for watching!

[@ad5460]

Thanks for video .Does this code reader work on older models 1998 Toyota ?

[@2carpros]

Yeah it would. OBDII came in as a mandate in 96 so you are good. Thanks for watching!

[@Ken-1]

Changed a leaking brake line on an 04 Cadillac Deville and the pedal is still spongy. The rear wheels are both easy to turn with the brakes pressed; the front wheels are barely turnable by hand, much tighter. I bled the brakes at all 4 wheels and no air bubbles anymore but the pedal is still spongy. Do you think it's possible that air is trapped in the ABS module? Or could it be something else? Running out of ideas, just weird how entire system has weak pressure after replacing one line..

[@2carpros]

Yeah probably. That can definitely be it. Or if you are truly unlucky the master went out at the same time. Thanks for watching!

[@necrosbillsibub4650]

I have a 1990 ford ranger and I just replaced the hydraulic abs assembly, bled the brakes and still feel like I have air in the system. I asked my mechanic friend and he said bleed the abs assembly, I found a spot for a bleeder tube and all, I don’t have the fancy computer stuff newer vehicles have, just bleed the abs from the bleeder screw on the abs assembly?

[@benjaminabel8596]

My scanner said to bleed the brakes regularly, then bleed them again with the ABS bleed. Thoughts?

[@mylesm7947]

Thanks

[@StreetKingsPerformance]

Thank you for the detailed explanation. Nothing I have seen shows that the tool only does one corner at a time.

[@2carpros]

This thing works great for it! Thanks for watching!

[@garyeckel8876]

You need to bleed them after youve stomped hard and actuated the abs to fail, then bleed them and test afterwords to see if that solved the intermittent failure. the dealer has a machine that tells the valves to open but that is not necessary.

[@nordicpride9708]

If you have a high end scan tool the Joe dirt method isn’t necessary

[@EPHONIC]

I always heard to start at the back most/furthest caliper from the master cylinder. Is that not the case?

[@2carpros]

Yeah it's a good idea. Thanks for watching!

[@r.tomascik304]

My 04 f150 with a launch 909E has function to open abs valves but my 04 you cannot use the bleed option. It says my vehicle doesnt support that function.

[@angelf9800]

Question My rear breaks calipers are not compressing the pistons even though they are brand new parts can it be the abs that has air in the System. And is it cheaper to buy a use abs module Rather then the scan tool.

[@2carpros]

There is definitely air in the system. Getting a new abs module wont get air out of the system. There are cheaper tools that do it, I just can't find any. Thanks for watching!

[@angelf9800]

@@2carpros I am going to order the scan tool and hope it can fix the problem I am having. I paid $300 for this 1999 Honda Accord and the scan tool cost more ☹️

[@rachelcarlton7753]

I purchased this scanner after watching this video. I recently replaced an HCU on a 2018 dodge ram and when I tried doing the ABS bleed after that, the system only cycles through the right front and right rear and then says test complete. I contacted the company that makes the scanner but they weren't very helpful and didn't have a definite answer on why it is doing that. Just wondering if you know if this is how some abs system bleeds work or is there any issue with the software for this vehicle?

[@riskfreesolutionsforbusiness]

dont you just love it when every one else gets an answear except you , ignorant or what. but m8 dont worry ive just bought exact same scan tool going do abs auto bleed tomorrow ill let you know if it only does front right and back only . or all 4 . im doing it on a 2003 jag stype.

[@joecox9958]

What is the difference with normal bleeding procedure? now most cars have ABS. Why I need the scan tool to do it?

[@2carpros]

Because this tool open and closes valves in the ABS module where air might be trapped. Thanks for watching!

[@garydeandeery]

I did new lines and calipers and I had the car running when I did the bleeding coz then the abs pump is on Is that right

[@gottgaame]

The car should be off

[@guilhermeferrari2562]

Do you know what needs to be done on motorcycles? E.g. Yamaha R3

[@ernieramos5458]

Will this scanner do a break bleed on 2013 Hybrid Ford C-Max?

[@2carpros]

Yeah it should. Thanks for watching!

[@newry123]

When the scan tool is doing auto bleed do you need to open and close the bleed nipple or just leave it open till it’s finished’’thanks

[@Hedgehog7999]

Open the valve when the scan tool asks, then shut it when it tells you to move to the next wheel

[@newry123]

Thanks

[@ajcaiati]

So the bleeder valve is open the whole time the pedal is being pumped?

[@tclott316]

@@ajcaiatino. You open it when it says open. And close it when it tells you to close.

[@patriot3431]

@@ajcaiatithe abs module is engaged, pedal not needed until afterwards to verify solid pedal.

[@arturonava255]

Hello I got a question is this scanner working for 2009 Dodge ram 1500 please let me know thank you

[@waltersweet4595]

Yes

[@nwilmoth5125]

How can I do this on a 1995 with abs but is OBD1 ??

[@haterskeephatin101]

I always bleed my brakes after changing pads & rotors but these new abs systems cannot be bled without a scan tool :(

[@robertm1692]

If I'm using a pressure bleeder or vacuum bleeder do I still need the assistant to press the press the pedal?

[@2carpros]

You shouldn’t. Thanks for watching!

[@mwngw]

The Rav4 is famous for an inexplicable low, soft pedal after ANY brake work. That includes not even opening up a bleeder at all. I'm hoping this works.

[@snowss6890]

Did you ever figure it out? I bled my brakes and the brakes suck now

[@mwngw]

@snowss6890 ....been battling this for 2 years. Next up, a second master cylinder, bleed again with a pressure pump. Not confident. Really think it's an ABS bleed thing.

[@charleshines1553]

I don't go offroad at all (it is a car not a truck) but a lot of times on the roads I get behind people who seem to want you to ride the brakes. These are the ones who seem to know when your transmission is about to shift and be a jerk making you stay close to that shift point rather than having a nice cruise down the road. My Volkswagen should have the fluid changed (flushed) in 2 year intervals or sooner depending on your preference. I know for those they say it must be done at least that frequently but don't all manufacturers specify a similar interval? Who is to say that the other brands are any different? That fluid is basically the same for most vehicles with some differences in formulation from one to another but for the most part are compatible with each other as long as it is not DOT 5 or some other odd fluid. The moisture that brake fluid absorbs can rust things in the brake system too. I cringe when I think about that being one of the most neglected fluids. It is one fluid that is NOT a life time fluid at all by any means!

[@don.timeless4993]

can i bleed it by hard connecting its relay?

[@amandamcallister4385]

Ryan if I buy this tool and follow exactly what it says to do can I do this my self with my husband helping me please let me know thank you in advance

[@2carpros]

Yeah definitely. Thanks for watching!

[@leozevlas4257]

i'm presently battling a soft pedal problem that i'm sure is air in the abs system. your video is excellent and i'm going to show it to a shop that changed my brake fluid and did not do it with knowledge that abs brake systems require this technique you have described. by the way your video use of your camaro shows your brake line is rubbing the frame. one hand washes the other

[@hugolizardi1479]

Same here on my sierra denali lol. I got new front calipers and didn’t realize abs can cause this

[@2carpros]

A lot of shops miss this. Thanks for pointing that out but not to worry, it only does that on the lift. When on the ground it is all good. Thanks for watching!

[@arontesfay2520]

Can I do this with the engine on? My battery is dead because I left the car seating for several weeks due to brake issues.

[@2carpros]

It's best to recharge your battery with a charger or get a fresh one. Starting the engine while on jack stands or something can make it unstable and I wouldn't want anything bad to happen to you. That being said you could probably do this with the engine on unless the scanner stops you, I wouldn't know I haven't tried it with the engine on. Thanks for watching!

[@lesliereyes2062]

Hi can this be used for Ford Fusion 2011? The scanner?

[@2carpros]

Yep. Thanks for watching!

[@2fli4dacloudz]

What’s the sequence normal bleed procedure, then bleed abs, then normal brake bleed procedure?

[@2carpros]

Typically yeah. You'd bleed it, then if that doesn't get the desired pedal I'd do the ABS thing, then if it still feels weird, I'd normal bleed again. Thanks for watching!

[@kennethredding4616]

Thanks for the video. My scanner doesn't tell you which wheel to start with, does it matter? Thanks again!

[@mickystone9930]

I’d imagine you start with the wheel furthest from the master cylinder so that would be passenger rear, driver rear, passenger, then driver

[@2carpros]

Yes it does. It should really say which wheel to do. Maybe there is a symbol or something?

[@kennethredding4616]

I bought an Xtool A30 Pro, it doesn't instruct anything about which wheel to start with. I started at the right rear, put a clear tube full of fluid (no air) from the bleeder screw into a container with fluid in it. Opened the bleeder and ran the pump, no fluid moved in either direction. I did this on all four, same result. I bled the brakes again manually, still a soft pedal on start up. There's got to be something I'm doing wrong. I appreciate the help here, this thing is driving me crazy.

[@Steveo_00700]

Will this scanner work on a 2020 Honda CRV for bleeding the ABS system? And does this update through wifii?

[@2carpros]

Yes it should and yes it will. Thanks for watching!

[@Steveo_00700]

@@2carpros , thank you

[@barbaralagowski9393]

Good video..my problem is no oil going to front right caliper..all other bleed fine. Any idea why

[@2carpros]

Fluid could be caught in the ABS system just for that wheel. I'd bleed it like this video. Thanks for watching!

[@wvjeepguy8178]

It can be a bad brake hose if it has collapsed internally.

[@rkymtnrsx]

At what point did you add fluid to the brake reservoir?

[@2carpros]

If it drops then add some after the bleed. Thanks for watching!

[@bradburrick]

Thank you! Do you still suggest that scanner?

[@2carpros]

No problem! I'm still using mine, works great! But there is a new version out for the same money. I'd get that one. Newer CPU and interface but the same company. Tech moves fast! Thanks for watching!

[@oysteinfabeng2452]

Makes more sense, having a bleeder screw open while running a autobleed of the ABS. Other abs autobleed functions does the procedure with all the bleeders closed…. so where would the air go with pressurized fluid on both sides of the air??

[@dawsongreen988]

Did this but got to the vin decoding… for whatever reason won’t decode my vin- 2016 f150

[@707SonomaComa]

Try that on a 2021 Chevy 1500 3.0L The truck had no lights on, front brake pads had 2mm remaing. As soon as the brake pads and RF pad sensor wire were replaced the Brake, ABS, Traction Control, and Engine lights all come on! The brake pedal must be pressed very hard for it to stop, like a powered booster is out. Oh... and to make matters worse it goes into "limp mode" meaning it will not go over 43mph. To use automated bleed the SnapOn scan tool says to disconnect the Brake Fluid Reservoir Sensor Wire and there are six different steps! You can barely see the wire as the Master Cylinder is down so for in the engine compartment you need a funnel or risk spilling brake fluid. So... 2mm on brake pads truck is fine. Replace pads the truck is nearly undeliverable and unstoppable. Chevys were never meant to be maintained.

[@motorcitymadman146]

So will this bleed the fluid for the entire truck when your done. I am guessing 75 seconds of pumping on each line will push all the old fluid out.

[@2carpros]

More than likely. Thanks for watching!

[@SNOW_LEOPARD1]

I bought the same unit for my 2004 f150 so I could bleed the abs system but mine says vehicle not supported. Any idea why this won't work?

[@2carpros]

Worked perfectly on my 2005 F150. Basically the same truck. I would update the unit. Thanks for watching!

[@waltersweet4595]

Yes write Autel and get an update

[@romanescalera7752]

Does it work with 1997 ford truck 2000 chevy siverado.?

[@2carpros]

If they come with ABS then yes. Thanks for watching!

[@mikeybhoutex]

Ah. Now I understand about the ABS reprogramming thing. Excellent video! I'm not lookin' forward to the day I have to do the ABS module on my Mustang, but at least now I get why I gotta have a scan tool for it. :p Unrelated, but I see/hear your comment about the 5.4 3v, and surely it's an... unfortunate, I'll say... engine design by Ford. I'm curious, though, if you have any thoughts regarding the similar 4.6L engine, which seems is the same engine except deck height. I hear all the horrors about the 5.4, but can't say I hear the same or similar about the 4.6 (beyond the stupid right side chain tensioner/guides that'll explode on any of the modulars, that one I'm personally familiar with.) Appreciate your videos, sir! Keep 'em comin!

[@2carpros]

It's really not so bad! I believe the 4.6L is much better because it doesn't use the same really silly 2 piece sparkplug design. It's those darn 5.4L v3 and 6.8L v3 you gotta avoid. Thanks for watching!

[@mikeybhoutex]

@@2carpros ​ @2CarPros Hey Ryan. Well... if that's the criteria, then I'm golden! :D However, I must tell ya that the 4.6L from 2005-2007.5 in at least the Mustang GT of those years used the same two piece plug, and I had the pleasure of using the Lisle extraction kit, which I still have, on my 2006 Mustang GT. I extracted one plug (the last one, amazingly enough!) but they were *all* stupid to get out, just like you know with the 5.4L. I'm sure you know the solve, which is to use nickel anti-seize on the sheath just above the strap and below the thread to prevent the carbon-welding that happens to those things. I've done 3 plug jobs on the motor, and the second and third were no drama, as if it were an old 302 or an LS or such, since I did that first job. Silly Ford design. 186K on that motor so far, though. :) I'm just happy you only have that as the avoid! I can live with that, absolutely. :D Thanks for the reply!

[@livestock9722]

Triton 5.4 2V were the good one's, correct? Mine spit spark plugs out. For the last few years I ran without an air filter nor did I change the oil... still runs like a champ, probably because I don't care about the rust bucket. 310k and counting. 🤣

[@keronseebalack6457]

Can this work on my 2016 toyota feilder nke165 hybrid?

[@2carpros]

It should if you vehicle has a OB2 port but I'm not sure what the standard is outside of the USA. Thanks for watching!

[@a.c.e.7568]

Ok, how do you bleed the brakes when you have 2 bleeder screws per caliper. An inner and outer bleeder screw on a fixed caliper on a Porsche.

[@2carpros]

Bleed the brakes like you have two calipers. So bleed the inner like normal. Then bleed the outer. Thanks for watching!

[@chasehaynes2438]

I just bought the scanner. Followed all steps and clicked on brake bleed. When I enter the vin and click on hot functions the only option available is All sensors. Abs bleed is nowhere to be found. PLEASE HELP

[@2carpros]

Make sure you have the latest software update for the scanner. I update mine all the time. If the option still doesn't come up you might need to contact AUTEL's customer support. They have great customer support and I would not hesitate to reach out to them. Thanks for watching!

[@MrBchayman]

Really great video, thanks. Question for you: On my 2008 Mustang GT, I've upgraded the front brakes to a 4 piston Brembo caliper which has two (2) bleeders, an inside and an outside. During a normal brake bleed, I bleed the outside first, then the inner on each caliper. It seems to me that the scanner will not know or pick up the fact that I've got 2 bleeders on each of those calipers. Will it matter if I only bleed 1 of the caliper bleeders during the ABS bleed? And do you think it should be the outer or inner bleeder? After the ABS bleed, I would come back and do a regular bleed on the entire system again as I normally replace/flush all of the brake fluid more frequently as I track the car quite often. Thanks again for the great video.

[@ThunderAppeal]

Dont be an idiot and buy the manual to your car. Stop asking idiotic questions to a know nothing video.

[@Lmfrank36]

Similar story. 6th gen camaro. Eight bleeder valves. Six piston brembos. Mk808ts. Track/HPDE. GM states inner then outer during bleeding. For you it's a clockwise pattern. For me it's RR, LF, RF, LR. I do all 8 with 4 pumps of the pedal 2x a year and ABS module activation once yearly.

[@peppermillie726]

Will this tool work on a 2000 Buick Century?

[@2carpros]

Yeah it sure will. Thanks for watching!

[@bearpuf]

How does one know if there is air in the ABS module and it needs to be bled?

[@2carpros]

Usually the pedal will be spongy. Thanks for watching!

[@kiefergrossest4636]

Working on a vehicles braking system should only be carried out by people who are confident I’ve recently had to resolve a van brakes after someone on Facebook claimed they could do the work the pedal hit the floor with no response after doing this process the difference was massive

[@anthonyfaiell3263]

Retarded comment. If you were willing to learn how to do it yourself, then you only have yourself to blame for letting someone else do it. Also, the first time you do anything you won't be confident about it... But that's how you get confident, by doing the thing you aren't confident in a few times. Or do you think all professionals are just born as professionals with the exact knowledge and training required to confidently do everything they would ever need to do?