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For 1990-2009 cars only

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

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

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 789334  Size: SH
  1. Remove the brake hose bolt from the frame.

  2. Object Number: 846444  Size: SH

    Note: Install a rubber cap or plug the exposed brake pipe fitting ends will prevent brake fluid loss and contamination.

  3. Install a rubber cap or plug on the brake pipe fitting.

  4. Object Number: 355084  Size: SH
  5. Remove the brake hose bolt from the brake caliper assembly.
  6. Remove the brake hose from the vehicle.
  7. Note: The metal gaskets may be stuck to either the brake caliper or the brake hose end. Ensure that these gaskets are removed from the brake hose end and the brake caliper.

  8. Remove and discard the copper gaskets.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 355084  Size: SH

    Note: DO NOT reuse the old copper gaskets. Use only NEW copper gaskets.

  1. Install the NEW copper gaskets to the brake hose and bolt.
  2. Assemble the brake hose fitting bolt to the brake hose fitting.
  3. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

  4. Install the brake hose assembly to the caliper. Tighten the fitting bolt to  40 N·m (30 lb ft).

  5. Object Number: 789334  Size: SH
  6. Install the brake hose bolt to the frame and tighten to  20 N·m (15 lb ft).

  7. Object Number: 846444  Size: SH
  8. Remove the rubber cap or plug from the brake pipe fitting.

  9. Object Number: 789336  Size: SH
  10. Install the brake pipe to the brake hose. Tighten the brake pipe fitting to  25 N·m (18 lb ft).

  11. Object Number: 787455  Size: SH
  12. Fill the brake master cylinder reservoir. Refer to Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling.
  13. Bleed the hydraulic brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding.
  14. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
  15. Lower the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.