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Installation Procedure

  1. GM4724700Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Remove the caps from the brake caliper inlet port and the brake hose fitting.

  2. Front Brake Hose Washer (3) - Install [2x] - Use NEW seals.
  3. Front Brake Hose (2) - Install
  4. Brake Hose Fitting Bolt (1) - Install and hand tighten
  5. WARNING:

    Make sure the brake hose is not twisted, tensioned or kinked after installation. With the suspension settled, check that there is no contact with the surrounding components when moving the steering from stop to stop. Failure to comply could result in damage to the brake hose and lead to severe or fatal injuries.

  6. Brake Hose Fitting Bolt (1) - Tighten 40 N.m (30 lb ft)
  7. GM4724694Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Front Brake Hose (1) - Engage

  8. Front Brake Hose Bracket Bolt (2) @ Front Brake Hose (1) - Install and tighten 9 N.m (80 lb in)
  9. GM4724687Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Position the 2 brake hose retainers (1, 2) and close them.

  10. GM4723854Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Remove the caps from the brake hose fitting and the brake pipe fitting.

  11. Front Brake Hose (3) - Engage
  12. Brake Hose Retainer (2) @ Front Brake Hose (3) - Install
  13. Front Brake Pipe Fitting (1) @ Front Brake Hose (3) - Install and tighten 18 N.m (13 lb ft)
  14. Bleed the brake system. Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Pressure) , or Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual) 
  15. Install the front tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation