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Repair Procedures: Removal

  1. Disconnect the brake fluid level switch connector, and remove the reservoir cap.
  2. Remove the brake fluid from the master cylinder reservoir with a syringe.
    CAUTION: Do not spill brake fluid on the vehicle, it may damage the paint; if brake fluid does contact the paint, wash it off immediately with water.
  3. Remove the wheel & tire.
  4. Remove the brake hose clip (A).
  5. Loosen the tube flare nut (B) and then remove the tube.

    Tightening Torque: 

    12.7 - 16.7 N.m (1.3 - 1.7 kgf.m, 9.4 - 12.3 lb.ft)

    [Front] 

    Fig 1: Locating Brake Hose Clip - Front
    G12329838Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

    [Rear] 

    Fig 2: Locating Brake Hose Clip - Rear
    G12329839Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. Disconnect the brake hose from the brake caliper by loosening the bolt.

    Tightening Torque: 

    24.5 - 29.4 N.m (2.5 - 3.0 kgf.m, 18.1 - 21.7 lb.ft)

    [Front] 

    Fig 3: Locating Brake Hose From Brake Caliper Bolt - Front
    G12329840Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

    [Rear] 

    Fig 4: Locating Brake Hose From Brake Caliper Bolt - Rear
    G12329841Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.