Install the brake pipe and the bracket

Fig 1: Identifying Brake Pipe And Bracket

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Install:

the brake pipe to the brake hose (1) at the bracket. Tighten to 17 Nm
the brake pipe in its clips
the bracket in its mounting (2). Tighten to 25 Nm .

NOTE:

The brake pipe must not be in contact with the car body.

Ensure that the brake hose is not twisted. If necessary alter the hose at the other end (brake pipe end).

If the brake hose is twisted it may rub against the tire, rim or wheel arch. This could cause the circuit to fail.

Remove the pedal jack.

Fill and bleed the brake system

See Brake system, bleeding (using bleeding unit)

Pressure test the brake system

Fig 2: Depressing Brake Pedal As If Braking Suddenly (So That Wheels Would Almost Lock) For 30 Seconds

After the brake system has been bled it must be pressure tested.

Depress the brake pedal as if braking suddenly (so that the wheels would almost lock) for 30 seconds. Check that no leakage occurs from the brake nipples, hoses and joints.

Remedy any leakage.

Install the wheel

Installing wheels

Checking for air in the brake system and for brake fluid leakage

See Checking for air in the brake system and for brake fluid leakage