Front Brake Flexible Hose: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Ford F-550 Super Duty, 2013 Ford F-450 Super Duty, 2013 Ford F-350 Super Duty, and 2013 Ford F-250 Super Duty. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING: Before beginning any service procedure in this article, refer to Safety Warnings in SERVICE INFORMATION . Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.

NOTE: Do not spill brake fluid on painted or plastic surfaces or damage to the surface may occur. If brake fluid is spilled onto a painted or plastic surface, immediately wash the surface with water.

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

All vehicles

- To install, tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
  
  Vehicles with twin I-beam axle
- To install, tighten the brake hose bracket-to-frame bolt to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
- To install, tighten the brake tube fitting to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).
- To install, tighten the stabilizer bar link nut to 115 Nm (85 lb-ft).
Vehicles with monobeam axle
- To install, tighten the brake hose bracket-to-frame bolt to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
- To install, tighten the brake tube fitting to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).
- To install, tighten the brake hose bracket-to-spring seat bolt to 18 Nm (159 lb-in).