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Front Brake Hose Replacement 1500 Series


Object Number: 1700986 Size: MF

Callout

Component Name

Caution: Refer to Brake Dust Caution in the Preface section.

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

Preliminary Procedures

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .

1

Fitting , Brake Pipe Front

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

Tighten
25 N·m (18 lb ft)

Tip

    • Remove any dirt or debris from the brake pipe fitting.
    • Cap the brake pipe fitting to prevent brake fluid loss and contamination.
    • Use a backup wrench on the brake hose fitting when removing or installing the brake hose.

2

Bolt, Brake Hose Bracket to Frame Front

Tighten
9 N·m (80 lb in)

3

Bracket, Brake Hose to Frame Front

4

Bolt, Brake Hose Bracket to Control Arm Front

Tighten
9 N·m (80 lb in)

5

Bracket, Brake Hose to Control Arm Front

6

Hose, Brake

7

Bolt, Brake Hose to Caliper Front

Tighten
40 N·m (30 lb ft)

8

Gaskets, Brake Hose to Caliper (Qty: 2)

Tip

  1. Ensure the gaskets are not still attached to the brake caliper or hose.
  2. DO NOT reuse the copper gaskets. Install NEW gaskets.
  3. Bleed the hydraulic brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding .

Front Brake Hose Replacement 2500 Series


Object Number: 1700987 Size: MF

Callout

Component Name

Caution: Refer to Brake Dust Caution in the Preface section.

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

Preliminary Procedures

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
  2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .

1

Fitting, Brake Pipe Front

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

Tighten
25 N·m (18 lb ft)

Tip

    • Remove any dirt or debris from the brake pipe fitting.
    • Use a backup wrench to hold the brake hose fitting when removing or installing the brake hose or pipe.
    • Cap the brake pipe fitting to prevent brake fluid loss or contamination.

2

Bolt, Brake Hose Bracket to Frame Front

Tighten
9 N·m (80 lb in)

3

Bracket, Brake Hose to Frame Front

4

Bolt, Brake Hose Bracket to Control Arm Front

Tighten
9 N·m (80 lb in)

5

Bracket, Brake Hose to Control Arm Front

6

Bolt, Brake Hose Bracket to Steering Knuckle Front

Tighten
9 N·m (80 lb in)

7

Bracket, Brake Hose to Steering Knuckle Front

8

Bolt, Brake Hose to Caliper Front

Tighten
40 N·m (30 lb ft)

9

Gasket, Brake Hose to Caliper (Qty: 2)

Tip

  1. Ensure the copper gaskets are not still attached to the brake caliper or hose.
  2. DO NOT re-use the copper gaskets. Install NEW gaskets.

10

Hose, Brake

Tip

    • During the removal and installation of the brake hose, DO NOT twist the brake hose.
    • Bleed the hydraulic brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding .