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For 1990-2009 cars only

Caution: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Caution in the Preface section.

Notice: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Notice in the Preface section.

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.

Important: Brake pipes that run parallel to each other must maintain a 6 mm (1/4 in) clearance.

  1. Disconnect the brake pipe fittings.
  2. Remove the brake pipe fasteners from the vehicle.
  3. Remove the brake pipe from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

  1. Bend the brake pipe to achieve proper fit.
  2. Install the brake pipe to the vehicle. Maintain a clearance of 19 mm (3/4 in) for all moving or vibrating components.
  3. Install the brake pipe fasteners to the vehicle.
  4. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  5. Connect the brake pipe fittings.
  6. Tighten

        • Tighten the brake pipe fittings to the BPMV or the brake hoses to 24 N·m (18 lb ft).
        • Tighten the brake pipe fittings to the master cylinder to 32 N·m (24 lb ft).
  7. Bleed the hydraulic brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding in Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding.
  8. Perform the Auto Bleed Procedure. Refer to Antilock Brake System Automated Bleed Procedure in Antilock Brake System.