IIRC, with an ABS setup it's best to open up the bleeder screw on the caliper when compressing it. And yes, always bleed the brakes when doing ANY brake work.
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Formerly owned a black '00 SVT, #1972
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RIP - Ray "Old Fart Emeritus" McNairy