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    Bleeding brakes. still air bubbles

    Went to change my brake pads this evening, this was completed, but with the following comments: 1. Front Left caliper had to be removed as 'top' piston would not budge. Front right pad change was a straight swap. 2. I vacuum bled the lines on the FL caliper, removed the caliper, cleaned the...
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    Dumb question: brake fluid

    I shall be attempting to change my brake pads, clutch and brake fluid this weekend. I have never done this before so wanted to ask a couple of questions: 1. Should I change pads or fluid first? 2. How much brake fluid do I need? (1 litre, 2?) 3. Manual says DOT 4, is the brand...
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