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Brake Pipe: Installation

  1. Bend the brake pipe to achieve proper fit.
  2. Install the brake pipe to the vehicle. Maintain a clearance of 3/4" (19 mm) for all moving or vibrating components.
  3. Install the brake pipe fasteners to the vehicle.
  4. Connect the brake pipe fittings.
    • Tighten the brake pipe fittings to the BPMV or the wheel jounce hoses to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS  .
    • Tighten the brake pipe fittings to the master cylinder to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS  .
  5. Bleed the brake hydraulic system. Refer to one of the following procedures:
    • If the brake pipe that was replaced was between the master cylinder and the BPMV, refer to ABS Automated Bleed Procedure in Anti-Lock Brake System.
    • If the brake pipe that was replaced was between the BPMV and the wheel jounce hoses, see BLEEDING, FILLING & FLUSHING BRAKE SYSTEM 
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