Front Brake Piping and Hose: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Nissan Maxima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
- Be careful not to splash brake fluid on painted areas; it may cause paint damage. If brake fluid is splashed on painted areas, wash it away with water immediately.
- All hoses must be free from excessive bending, twisting and pulling.
- Cover the open end of lines and hoses when disconnecting to prevent entrance of dirt.
- Connect transparent vinyl tube and container to air bleeder valve.
- Drain brake fluid from each air bleeder valve by depressing brake pedal.
- Remove the flare nut connecting the brake tube and hose, then withdraw the lock spring.
- Remove the connecting bolt and disconnect the brake hose from the caliper assembly.
- Remove lock springs from the mounting portion of the brake tube and the mounting portion of the strut.