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Installation Procedure

  1. Remove the rubber plug from the brake hose bolt hole of the brake caliper.
    2. Fig 1: Removing/Installing Brake Hose At Brake Caliper
    GM180313Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Install NEW copper brake hose gaskets (3).
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
  2. Assemble the brake hose bolt (4) and the NEW copper brake hose gaskets (3) to the brake hose (5).
  3. Install the brake hose bolt (4) to the brake caliper (2).

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 54 N.m (40 lb ft).

    4. Fig 2: Locating Brake Hose Retainer
    GM371703Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Make sure the brake hose is not twisted or kinked after installation. Damage to the hose could result.
    IMPORTANT: Use the stripe on the brake hose in order to align the brake hose with the notch in the brake hose bracket.
  4. Install the brake hose (3) to the brake hose bracket (2).
  5. Install the brake hose retainer (4) to the brake hose (3).
  6. Remove the rubber cap or plug from the exposed brake pipe fitting end.
  7. Install the brake pipe fitting (1) to the brake hose (3).

    Tighten:  Tighten the fitting to 21 N.m (15 lb ft).

    8. Fig 3: Bleeding Brake Caliper
    GM180325Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION: Do not move the vehicle until a firm brake pedal is obtained. Air in the brake system can cause the loss of brakes with possible personal injury.
  8. Bleed the brake caliper at the brake caliper bleeder screw. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual)  or Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Pressure) .
  9. Install tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  10. Lower the vehicle.
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