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Installation Procedure

  1. Install the brake hose.
  2. Fig 1: Brake Hose Fitting Bolt
    GM2713396Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  3. Assemble the brake hose fitting bolt (1) with new brake hose fitting gaskets (2) to the brake hose fitting (3) .
  4. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  5. Install the brake hose assembly to the brake caliper and tighten the brake hose fitting bolt to 40 N.m (30 lb ft) .
  6. Fig 2: Front Strut Assembly Pinch Bolt
    GM2713397Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  7. Install the front strut assembly pinch bolt (1) to the steering knuckle and brake hose bracket. Refer to Strut Assembly Removal and Installation .
  8. Install the front brake hose to the wheelhouse bracket.
  9. Install the brake hose retaining clip.
  10. Fig 3: Brake Pipe Fitting
    GM2714184Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  11. Connect the brake pipe fitting (1) to the brake hose.
  12. Tighten the brake pipe fitting to 18 N.m (13 lb ft) .
  13. Bleed the hydraulic brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual)  .
  14. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .