Front Brake Hose Replacement

Front Brake Hose Replacement
Caution: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Caution .

Notice: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Notice .



Removal Procedure





1. Remove the brake hose retaining bolt from the frame.





Important: Install a rubber cap or plug the exposed brake pipe fitting ends will prevent brake fluid loss and contamination.


2. Install a rubber cap or plug on the brake pipe fitting.




3. Remove the brake hose bolt from the brake caliper assembly.
4. Remove the brake hose from the vehicle.

Important: The metal gaskets may be stuck to either the brake caliper or the brake hose end. Ensure that these gaskets are removed from the brake hose end and the brake caliper.


5. Remove and discard the copper gaskets.



Installation Procedure






Important: DO NOT reuse the old copper gaskets. Use only NEW copper gaskets.


1. Install the NEW copper gaskets to the brake hose and bolt.
2. Install the brake hose bolt to the brake caliper.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice .

3. Install the brake hose to brake caliper.

Tighten the brake hose bolt to 44 N.m (33 lb ft).





4. Install the brake hose retaining bolt to the frame.

Tighten the brake hose bolt to 20 N.m (18 lb ft).





5. Remove the rubber cap or plug from the brake pipe fitting.




6. Install the brake pipe to the brake hose.

Tighten the brake pipe fitting to 20 N.m (18 lb ft).





7. Fill the brake master cylinder reservoir. Refer to Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling (Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling) .
8. Bleed the hydraulic brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual) (Service and Repair)Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Pressure) (Service and Repair) .
9. Install the front tires and wheels assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
10. Lower the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .