Rear Brake Hose: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada, 2002 GMC Envoy XL, 2002 GMC Envoy, and 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
DO NOT reuse the old metal/copper gaskets. Use only NEW metal, copper, gaskets.
- Install the NEW metal/copper gaskets to the rear brake caliper bolt.
- Install the rear brake hose to the rear brake caliper. Tighten the rear brake bolt. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Remove the rubber plug and/or cap from the rear brake pipe fitting.
- Install the brake pipe to the brake hose.
- Using a backup wrench, install the rear brake pipe to the brake hose. Tighten the rear brake pipe fitting. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Install the brake pipe retaining bolt at the frame. Tighten the brake pipe retaining bolt. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
- Bleed the hydraulic brake system. See MANUAL BLEEDING under BLEEDING, FILLING & FLUSHING BRAKE SYSTEM.
- Install the tire and wheel assembly. Lower the vehicle.