DIY Bleeding The Brake System of a 2002 Ford F-150 by Yourself with just Two Tools #HOWTO #DIY #OEM

Published 2020-03-28
Complete brake system bleed of a 2002 Ford F-150 Truck with only 2 tools. The OEM Automotive Brake Bleeding Kit Model #25136 from Auto Zone for about $30 and a 3/8" Stanley Wrench
I made this video specifically to encourage people to Do the repairs themselves . A lot of folks are discouraged when they see a How-To Video because mechanics will use floor Jack's, jack stands, impact wrenches, impact sockets, breaker bars, line wrenches & more. They might not want to try if they feel like they have to buy hundreds of dollars in tools, but in reality you can save money, do it yourself and buy tools along the way.
First you need to get a feel for the repair by trying it out. With this method you only need 2 tools to get the entire brake system bleed.
Since everyone has felt the impact of COVID19 aka the Coronavirus, people might need to save as much money as possible by making a repair, so hopefully this helps someone.
I am a mechanic who wants to help encourage more American tradesman to Do It Yourself

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All Comments (21)
  • @knottreel
    Really good video! No B.S., no obnoxious music, no reving engine sounds, just great instructions.
  • @Spacesprocketz
    I watched 10 videos of this today and I’m glad I found yours! You got straight to the point with detailed instructions and you did the JOB CORRECT! Thanks Bro
  • @slimdot7031
    A true shade tree mechanic, no safety glasses, no gloves. I just bled brakes on my Ford E150 with the same tool. Thanks
  • @OneIroNauT_1
    I really liked your style of video and your way of showing kinda what its like for the "not as affluent" do it yourself person. The only thing I disagreed with is your order of bleeding. All cars are different and the standard with abs is furthest from the cylinder then next, etc. But there are exceptions to every rule. It's free and easy to look up your vehicle and see what the recommendation is. Safety 1st and all that. Otherwise you were spot on. You also did a great job of showing the process the air in the line, etc. You also set up your shots and then had to hold the camera so in my book your top notch. I think everyone that comes across a video like this can appreciate it immediately. Hope you are well and life's good, as I'm 2 years late to this video.
  • @MCMLXXVII-
    THANK YOU FOR TAKING YOUR TIME TO HELP EVERYONE , INCLUDING MYSELF . CLEAR -STRIAGHT TO THE POINT-BEST DIY BRAKE BLEDDER VIDEO ONLINE.
  • Straight to the point! Clear, brief, and concise explanations on each step in the process. Superb instructional delivery. Way to go!
  • @bradspence9864
    I enjoyed the video, but I’ve read several other places where one should start bleeding at the furthest wheel from the master cylinder. In the case of ABS vehicles, one should start at the furthest wheel from the ABS module.
  • @MrOmarcal13
    You're video is still helping people, like me, learn how to bleed those brakes. Thanks for the video!!!
  • @toddcott9510
    From a back woodsman, in Scotland. To a back woodsman in the US. Thanks for the video.
  • @MrTravisbirck
    just replaced my strut/shocks on the rear of my Celica. bough this in anticipation of bleeding by myself. Thanks for the video, way better than the non-existent instructions that came with it.
  • @darrylcrum2495
    Thank you. I purchased that same bleeding kit and could not find the instructions for using it. Your video made it very clear.
  • @davidnewton3882
    Great job of bleeding the brakes and demonstrating the brake bleeding tool.
  • @rockhit8798
    That's the kind of videos we need. Direct to the point no b... sh...t. thank you so much.
  • Great video. Simple step by step instructions. Cant wait to do mine. Thank u sir.
  • @bradysolaem2467
    Yes! Different strokes for diffent folks i like learning different techs techniques and incorporating them into my work style
  • Thank you Sir I appreciate your clear instructions plus your steady camera skills lol Make repairs great again!
  • @Dan395.
    thks you man!great mentality !keep up the good work and video!
  • Great demo brother. I like your style with doing things as a “regular guy”. Now subscribed. 🇨🇦👍🏼
  • Thank you for explaining it the simplest way possible very good explanation going to give it a shot !