Brake Pipe: Installation
- Remove 1/4 inch of the protective coating before flaring the end of the brake pipe.
- Bend the brake pipe to achieve proper fit.
- Install the brake pipe to the vehicle. Maintain a clearance of 3/4" (19 mm) for all moving or vibrating components.
- Install the brake pipe fasteners to the vehicle. Connect the brake pipe fittings. Tighten the brake pipe fittings to the BPMV or the wheel jounce hoses. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Tighten the brake pipe fittings to the master cylinder. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Tighten the brake pipe fittings to the brake hose fitting. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- 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, refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding. See MANUAL BLEEDING under BLEEDING, FILLING & FLUSHING BRAKE SYSTEM.
NOTE:
After tightening the brake pipe fittings to the proper specification, apply a small amount of silicone sealant to the area where the brake pipe meeting the brake pipe fitting.