The replacement process of front brake hoses begins with vehicle elevation and tire-wheel removal. Clean all dirt and foreign material from the brake hose end and brake pipe fitting then install a rubber cap or plug on the exposed brake pipe fitting end to stop brake fluid loss and contamination. A back up wrench will disconnect the brake pipe fitting from the brake hose while you cap or plug the exposed pipe end. First disconnect the brake hose retaining clip from the brake hose mounting bracket then undo the brake hose bracket bolt from the upper
Control Arm and the
Steering Knuckle. The brake caliper requires the brake hose to caliper bolt removal along with disposal of the 2 copper brake hose gaskets. During installation fitting position 2 new copper brake hose gaskets and the brake hose bolt together then install the brake hose to caliper bolt beside 2 new washers to the brake caliper before tightening the bolt to 44 n.m (32 lb ft) while making sure the brake hose remains free from suspension contact and untwisted motion. Fasten the brake hose bracket bolt and the bracket onto the Steering Knuckle and upper Control Arm while torquing both fasteners to 10 n.m (88 lb in). The brake hose should go into the brake hose bracket followed by installation of the brake hose retaining clip. After removing the brake pipe fitting end rubber cap or plug, connect it to the brake hose using a back up wrench on the brake hose fitting end while avoiding any bending of the mounting bracket or brake pipe. Secure the brake pipe fitting end with torque set to 25 n.m (18 lb ft). After bleeding the hydraulic brakes install the tire but maintain clearance between the brake hose and suspension parts and tire components while checking brake hose integrity during high-steering maneuvers. Finally, lower the vehicle.