Section 71 (Mechanical Brake System - Base (Service Information)): Valve-Proportioning: Installation

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Fig 1: Proportioning Valves

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1 - PROPORTIONING VALVE IN SECONDARY PORT

2 - MASTER CYLINDER

3 - PROPORTIONING VALVE IN PRIMARY PORT

Lubricate the O-ring on the proportioning valve. If not new, replace the O-ring on the proportioning valve.

Install the proportioning valve (1 or 3) in its master cylinder (2) port. Tighten the proportioning valve to 27 N.m (20 ft. lbs.).

Fig 2: Locating Proportioning Valve And Brake Tubes At Master Cylinder

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1 - RIGHT FRONT BRAKE TUBE

2 - PROPORTIONING VALVES

3 - LEFT FRONT BRAKE TUBE

4 - LEFT REAR BRAKE TUBE

5 - RIGHT REAR BRAKE TUBE

Install the brake tube (4 or 5) to the proportioning valve. Tighten the tube nut to 17 N.m (145 in. lbs.).

Fig 3: Brake Pedal Holder
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Remove the brake pedal holder.
Bleed the affected brake line. (Refer to BRAKES - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
Road test the vehicle to ensure proper operation of the brakes.