Should I be bleeding the brakes after replacing Pads

Technical Area Wheels, Tyres & Brakes
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  1. My model of MX-5 is: NC 2008
  2. I’m based in : Formby
  3. I’m looking for technical help or recommendations on: Bleeding of Brakes

After replacing the rear brake pads, my father-in-law advised me to bleed the brakes; however, it got me thinking that should I have to do this if I haven’t disconnected the lines from the calipers? I have extracted excess oil from the tank as it was approaching the max line.

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I never do after a pad/disc change, worth doing if it’s old fluid though.

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Thanks Mick,

I’ve just come across this guide which doesn’t mention bleeding them either.

Just top up the the oil. I do have new oil coming today so I might replace.

update, the oil is fine, it’s still quite clear. I did test it to check for water and other things, the probe showed less than <1%

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If you bleed the brakes, don’t forget doing the clutch as well, same reservoir!