Do I need to bleed brake lines after opening caliper valve?
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Hey guys,
Silly question, I know but hey.
Last night I replaced front rotor and pads. When it was time to push the caliper cylinder in the cylinder, I opened the caliper valve to avoid creating pressure in the lines. So I basically opened the valve, push the cylinder, some oil went out, once cylinder was completely in the caliper, I closed the valve and installed pads, rotor, etc... then did the other side. Then I looked at the oil reservoir and I was still way above max.
I know I could simply go for a ride and see if the brakes are ok, but the car is stored so I would like to have opinions...
So my question is, since I have opened the caliper valve, do I need to bleed the lines or am I ok?
(I think I am ok but a friend of mine thinks there could be air in the lines now)
Silly question, I know but hey.
Last night I replaced front rotor and pads. When it was time to push the caliper cylinder in the cylinder, I opened the caliper valve to avoid creating pressure in the lines. So I basically opened the valve, push the cylinder, some oil went out, once cylinder was completely in the caliper, I closed the valve and installed pads, rotor, etc... then did the other side. Then I looked at the oil reservoir and I was still way above max.
I know I could simply go for a ride and see if the brakes are ok, but the car is stored so I would like to have opinions...
So my question is, since I have opened the caliper valve, do I need to bleed the lines or am I ok?
(I think I am ok but a friend of mine thinks there could be air in the lines now)
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