Pages 8–12 (5 pages)

Wheel Cylinders, Bleeding, Flushing and Brake Fluid

From the 1949 GM Moraine Delco Brake Service Bulletin

Models
Delco hydraulic brakes on GM cars 1936-1949; Chevrolet passenger cars, 1/2, 3/4, 1 1/2-ton and C.O.E. trucks
Publication
Bulletin 17 D-3
Pages
28

Removing and repairing front and rear wheel cylinders (honing is not recommended), the correct bleeding order and filler jar and pressure tank methods, flushing with Declene every 10,000 miles, a test for system leaks, the qualities of a good brake fluid, and Delco Super 9 and Super 11 fluids.

What this section covers

  • Wheel cylinder removal and repair
  • Bleeding and refilling
  • Flushing with Declene
  • Test for brake system leaks
  • Brake fluid requirements
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