we have no brakes after spending several hours attempting to bleed?

2004 KIA OPTIMA
137,135 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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TRAJOSEPULVADO
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2004 v6 brake problem. yesterday driving 60 mph hit brakes car turned sharply to the left. replace Left caliper and both front pads now we have not brakes after spending several hours attempting to bleed air from brakes
Apr 2, 2011 at 7:44 PM
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SQM
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Hello,

In order to bleed ABS brake system, the procedure is different, and you will need a scan tool to perform this task properly.

Here is a helpful video that covers ABS bleeding:

https://youtu.be/nQRnKyVyMuQ

I have attached the brake bleeding instructions below.

Please let me know if you have any questions.
Thank you.
Nov 2, 2021 at 5:42 PM
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