Brake Hose Replacement: Rear

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Raise and support the vehicle (see LIFT AND SUPPORT POINTS ).
Remove the rear wheel.
Disconnect the brake lines (A) from the brake hoses (B), then remove the brake hose clips (C).

Fig 1: Identifying Brake Lines, Brake Hoses And Brake Hose Clips
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Remove the front side brake hose (D).
Remove the banjo bolt (A), and disconnect the brake hose from the caliper.

Fig 2: Identifying Rear Side Brake Hose And Banjo Bolt
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Remove the rear side brake hose (B).
Connect the rear side brake hose to the caliper with the banjo bolt (A) and new sealing washers (B).

Fig 3: Rear Side Brake Hose Banjo Bolt And Sealing Washers With Torque Specifications
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Install new brake hose clip (A) to the brake hoses (B) on the brackets, then connect the brake lines (C). Do not twist the brake hoses.

Fig 4: Tapping Brake Hose Clip To Brake Hoses On Brackets With Torque Specifications
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After installing the brake hoses, bleed the brake system (see BRAKE SYSTEM BLEEDING ).
Do the following checks:
- Check the brake hose and line joint for leaks, and tighten if necessary.
- Check the brake hoses for interference and twisting.
Clean the mating surfaces between the brake disc/drum and the inside of the wheel, then install the rear wheel.