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Brake Hose: Installation

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  1. Install the NEW copper gaskets on the brake hose bolt.
  2. Install the front brake hose to brake caliper. Tighten the front brake hose bolt to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
  3. Remove the rubber cap or plug from the brake pipe fitting.
  4. Install the brake hose to the brake pipe.
  5. Using a backup wrench on the brake pipe fitting, tighten the brake hose fitting. Tighten the brake hose fitting to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
  6. Install the brake pipe retaining clips.
  7. Bleed the hydraulic brake system. See BLEEDING BRAKE SYSTEM .
  8. Install the tire and wheel assembly.
  9. Lower the vehicle.
Fig 1: Identifying Front Brake Hose Retainer (Single & Duel Piston Calipers)
G00305468Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.


  1. Install the brake junction block mounting bolt. Tighten the brake junction block bolt to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
  2. Install the brake hose to the brake junction block. Tighten the brake hose fitting to specification.
  3. Install the brake hose fitting to the brake pipe fitting. Tighten the brake hose fitting to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
  4. Bleed the hydraulic brake system. See HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM - MANUAL  or HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM - PRESSURE  under BLEEDING.
  5. Lower the vehicle.
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