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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: Brake Hose Bolt At Brake Caliper
    GM1563323Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Install 2 new copper brake hose gaskets.
  1. Assemble the 2 new copper brake hose gaskets and the brake hose bolt to the brake hose.
    2. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  2. Install the brake hose bolt and 2 new washers to the brake caliper.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).

    3. Fig 2: Brake Hose Bolt
    GM1563321Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: The hose must not be twisted. Make sure the hose is not in contact with any suspension component.
  3. Install the brake hose bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

  4. Install the brake hose retaining clip.
  5. Remove the rubber cap or plug from the exposed brake pipe fitting end.
    6. IMPORTANT: Do not bend the brake pipe.
  6. Connect the brake pipe fitting nut to the brake hose.

    Tighten:  Tighten the brake pipe nut to 19 N.m (14 lb ft).

  7. Bleed the hydraulic brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual without RPO BRM)  or Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual with RPO BRM)  or Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Pressure without RPO BRM)  or Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Pressure with RPO BRM) .
  8. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  9. Ensure that the hose does not make contact with any part of the suspension or the wheel. If the hose makes contact remove the hose and correct the condition.
  10. Lower the vehicle.
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