Braking System

Brake Line Repair Procedures

13steps
~78min
3/5difficulty
04080120160200107.980N·mlb·ft
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DEPOSIT

  1. Disconnect the brake fluid level switch connector and remove the reservoir cap.
  2. Drain the brake fluid from the master cylinder reservoir using a syringe.
  3. Remove the wheel and tire.

    Tightening torque: 88.3 ~ 108 N·m

  4. Remove the clip (A), then loosen the flare nut of the hose (B).

    Tightening torque: 12.7 - 16.7 N·m

    (Front)
    (Rear)
  5. Disconnect the brake hose from the front caliper by loosening the bolt (A).
  6. Disconnect the brake hose (A) from the brake caliper by loosening the bolt. [Type with rear disc brakes]

    Tightening torque: 24.5 - 29 N·m

Inspection

  1. Make sure the brake hoses are not cracked, kinked or corroded.
  2. Check the brake pipes for cracks, damage and fluid leakage.
  3. Make sure the flare nuts of the brake pipe are not damaged and there is no fluid leakage.
  4. Make sure the brake hose mounting bracket is not cracked or deformed.

REMEDY

  1. To install, perform the removal procedure in reverse order.
  2. After installation, bleed the brake system. (Refer to Brake System - "Brake Fluid Bleeding") (Refer to Brake System - "ABS Bleeding")
  3. Make sure the brake fluid does not leak.

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