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Brake Pipe: Installation

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  1. Bend the brake pipe to achieve proper fit.
  2. Install the brake pipe to the vehicle. Maintain a clearance of 0.75" (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 hydraulic brake system. See MANUAL BLEEDING  or PRESSURE BLEEDING  under BLEEDING BRAKE SYSTEM.