Rear Brake Hose Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Pontiac Torrent and 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: View Of Rear Brake Hose

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Callout	Component Name
WARNING: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning . Preliminary Procedures Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle . Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
1	Brake Hose Fitting Bolt CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten: 52 N.m (38 lb ft)
2	Brake Hose Fitting Gasket (Qty: 2) Procedure: DO NOT reuse the brake hose fitting gaskets. Install NEW gaskets.
3	Brake Hose Bolt Tighten: 12 N.m (106 lb in)
4	Brake Hose Bracket Bolt Tighten: 12 N.m (106 lb in)
5	Brake Pipe Fitting Tip: Use a backup wrench when removing or installing brake pipe fittings. Cap or plug the brake pipe fitting to prevent brake fluid leaks and contamination. Tighten: 18 N.m (13 lb ft)
6	Brake Hose Tip: Bleed the hydraulic brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Pressure) or Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual) .