Removal (Rear Jounce)
CAUTION:
Brake fluid may irritate eyes and skin. In case of contact, take the following actions: Eye contact; rinse thoroughly with water. Skin contact; wash with soap and water. If ingested; consult a physician immediately.
NOTE:
Avoid spilling brake fluid onto painted surfaces, electrical connections, wiring, or cables. Brake fluid will damage painted surfaces and cause corrosion to electrical components. If any brake fluid comes in contact with painted surfaces, immediately flush the area with water. If any brake fluid comes in contact with electrical connections, wiring, or cables, use a clean shop cloth to wipe away the fluid.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Clean all dirt and foreign material from the brake hose and brake pipe fittings.
- Install a rubber cap or plug to the exposed brake pipe fitting ends in order to prevent brake fluid loss and contamination. Use a backup wrench on the hose fitting, disconnect the brake pipe fitting from the brake hose, then cap or plug the brake pipe fitting end. See Fig 1. Remove the brake hose upper bracket bolt.
- Install a rubber cap or plug to the exposed brake pipe fitting ends in order to prevent brake fluid loss and contamination. Using a backup wrench on the hose fittings, disconnect the brake pipe fittings from the brake hoses, then cap or plug the brake pipe fitting ends. See Fig 2. Remove the brake hose lower bracket bolt. Remove the jounce hoses.