How to Bleed Dexter Model 60 Brake Actuator

Updated 05/07/2026 | Published 05/05/2026

Question:

How do I bleed the brakes with this actuator? Can I use the safety break away lever?

asked by: Darrell

Expert Reply:

Hey Darrel, to bleed the Dexter Zinc-Plated Brake Actuator # T43397007K that you referenced you would need to use a 2x4 and the safety chains to push on the coupler of the actuator to pressurize it.

See attached picture and also the attached help article on bleeding brakes as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Denver

5/7/2026

That 2x4 & chain method as a giant pain. If you remove the little cover plate, just behind the hitch tighten down knob, you can see the actuator cylinder. You can use a good sized screwdriver to push it in to bleed. It's much easier than wrestling around with chains and 2x4s.