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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 451210  Size: SH
  1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  2. Clean the dirt and foreign material from the brake hoses and fittings.
  3. Remove the rear brake pipe (3) from the brake hose (1).

  4. Object Number: 451214  Size: SH
  5. Remove the retainer clips (4) from the brake hose (3).
  6. Remove the brake hose (3) from the bracket (1).

  7. Object Number: 482962  Size: SH
  8. Remove the rear brake hose retaining bolt (3) from the rear brake hose (2).
  9. Remove the brake hose (2) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 482962  Size: SH
  1. Install the brake hose (2) to the vehicle.
  2. 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.

  3. Install the rear brake hose retaining bolt (3) to the rear brake hose (2).
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the retaining bolt to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).


    Object Number: 451214  Size: SH
  5. Install the brake hose (3) to the bracket (1).
  6. Install the retainer clip (4) to the brake hose (1).

  7. Object Number: 451210  Size: SH
  8. Install the rear brake pipe (3) to the brake hose (1).
  9. Tighten
    Tighten the fitting to 27 N·m (20 lb ft).

  10. Bleed the brake hydraulic system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding .
  11. Lower the vehicle.