Century V6-3100 3.1L VIN M SFI (1998)
1. Install the following items to the caliper (2):
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The brake hose bolt (4)
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The hose (5)
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The two new washers (3)
Use new washers.
NOTICE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
2. Lubricate the bolt threads with brake fluid.
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Tighten the brake hose caliper bolt to 54 Nm (40 ft lbs).
3. With the weight of the vehicle on the suspension, install the brake hose into the bracket. There should not be any kinks in the hose. Align the hose
fitting with the notch in the bracket. Use the hose paint stripe as a visual aid.
4. Install the retainer onto the hose fitting at the bracket.
5. Connect the brake pipe to the brake hose:
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Use a backup wrench on the hose fitting.
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Do not bend the bracket or pipe.
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Tighten the brake pipe tube nut to 15 Nm (11 ft lbs).
6. Install the front tire and the front wheel. Refer to Wheel Installation in Tires and Wheels.
7. Ensure that the hose does not make contact with any part of the suspension. Check the hose in extreme right and extreme left turn conditions. If the
hose makes contact, remove the hose and correct the condition.
8. Lower the vehicle.
9. Bleed the brakes. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding.