Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Sunfire and 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the caps or plugs from the opening in the brake caliper and the brake hose.IMPORTANT: Install NEW copper brake hose gaskets (2).
- Assemble the NEW copper brake hose gaskets (2), and the brake hose bolt (1), to the brake hose (3).NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
- Install the brake hose-to-brake caliper bolt to the brake caliper.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
IMPORTANT: Make sure the brake hose is not twisted. - Install the brake hose (2) to the brake hose bracket.
- Install the hose retaining clip (3) to the front brake hose (2).
- Remove the caps or plugs from the brake pipe fitting end and the brake hose end.
- Using a backup wrench on the hose fitting, connect the brake pipe fitting at the front brake hose (2).
Tighten: Tighten the fitting to 23 N.m (17 lb ft).
- Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
- Ensure that the hose does not make contact with any part of the suspension. Check the hose in extreme right and left turn conditions. If the hose makes contact, remove the hose and correct the condition.
- Bleed the hydraulic brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual) or Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Pressure) .
- Lower the vehicle.