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Spitrans

Member

• Aug 11, 2023

• #1

13 plate, freelander, Replaced rear pads and decided to renew brake fluid ezee bleed fitted bled rears no issues, come to the front bleed nipples seem odd size 8 mm spanner to small 9 mm to big? Do I need special spanner ??
Interested in your thoughts or recommendation

 

Nodge68

Well-Known Member

• Aug 11, 2023

• #2

Mine are 8mm, which is pretty standard for a modern Ford. It's odd that an 8mm is too small.

 

andyfreelandy

Well-Known Member

• Aug 11, 2023

• #3

Rust or corrosion build up. Spray with wd40 and gently push an 8mm socket on first to clean the bleed nipple.