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Front Brake Hose - Removal and Installation

STANDARD PROCEDURE

REMOVAL
FRONT BRAKE HOSE

CAUTION: Do not spill brake fluid on any painted surface. Brake fluid can damage paint.





1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the wheel and tire assembly
3. Disconnect the brake hose (4) from the caliper (3).





4. Disconnect the brake hose (3) at the brake line (2) connecting point and remove the hose.

INSTALLATION
FRONT BRAKE HOSE





1. Connect the brake hose (3) to the brake line connection (2).





2. Route the brake hose (1) behind the steering knuckle (2) and connect to the caliper.





3. Connect the brake hose
4. at the caliper (3).
4. Install the wheel and tire assembly.
5. Lower the vehicle.
6. Fill and bleed brake system.
^ Manual bleeding:
^ Pressure bleeding: