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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

Caution: Always use double-walled steel brake pipe when replacing brake pipes. The use of any other pipe is not recommended and may cause brake system failure. Carefully route and retain replacement brake pipes. Always use the correct fasteners and in the original location for replacement brake pipes. Failure to properly route and retain brake pipes may cause damage to the brake pipes and brake system resulting in personal injury.


    Object Number: 208897  Size: SH

    Important: Clean the dirt, the grease and the foreign particles from the hose fitting at both ends before removing the master cylinder pipe.

  1. Remove the pipe from the master cylinder.
  2. Remove the pipe from the brake pressure module valve pipe.
  3. Remove the following components from the pipe:
  4. • The nuts
    • The washers
    • The clips

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 208897  Size: SH
  1. Install the pipe to the master cylinder.
  2. Install the pipe to the brake pressure module valve pipe.
  3. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  4. Install the following components to the pipe:
  5. • The nuts
    • The washers
    • The clips

    Tighten
    Tighten the pipe fittings to 19 N·m (14 lb ft).

  6. Bleed the front brakes. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding .