Need some brake help

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Jul 22, 2009 | 10:46 AM

kaduh

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Need some brake help

I have a 96 F-150 that I put all new brake parts on, front and rear, and replaced the line from the differential to the passenger side drum. I figured I'd bleed the brakes to replace the old fluid. The problem I'm having is that I'm getting fresh fluid to the passenger rear, but the pedal is still squishy and goes all the way to the floor. I bled the brakes in a normal fashion at first, farthest to nearest the master cylinder and got no air coming out. I have used four pints of fluid trying to chase down this problem. My question is how much fluid does the whole system require, and if anyone has any suggestions on why I'm not getting any pedal response, it will be greatly appreciated. I have to step out for a few hours, but will check back later today. Thanks in advance. This site has been awesome for me.

Jul 22, 2009 | 11:49 AM

Lazy K

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There is an RABS valve module bolted to the inside of the left side frame rail that usually needs bled after brake line work on the rear. Bleed RR, LR and then the RABS module (there is a bleed screw on it).