34 32 980 Replacing rear left or right brake hoses

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NOTE: Read and comply with General Information. Refer to 34 00 ... GENERAL INFORMATION . After completing tasks, bleed brake system. Refer to 34 00 048 BLEEDING BRAKE SYSTEM WITH ABS/ASC+T .

Apply pedal prop and depress brake pedal slightly. This prevents brake fluid from emerging from the expansion tank and air from entering the system when the brake lines are opened.

Fig 1: Securing Brake Pedal Using Pedal Prop

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Detach brake hose (1) from brake line.

IMPORTANT: Grip brake hose (1) at hexagon to prevent connecting piece from turning in retaining bracket.

Installation:

Tightening torque, (14 N.m.).

Mount and tighten brake hose on brake caliper first, then on brake line/brake hose point of connection.

IMPORTANT: Never twist brake hose when installing it and avoid all contact with parts attached rigidly to the body.

Fig 2: View Of Brake Hose And Brake Line

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Pull brake hose out of retaining fixture (1) on shock absorber.

Fig 3: Locating Brake Hose In Retaining Fixture

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Release banjo bolt (1) and detach brake hose from brake caliper.

Installation:

Replace sealing rings. Tightening torque, (48 +/- 2 N.m.).

Fig 4: Releasing Banjo Bolt And Detaching Brake Hose From Brake Caliper

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