Regal V6-3.8L SC VIN 1 (1998)
Brake Hose/Line: Service and Repair
Front Brake Hose Replacement
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
CAUTION: Do not move the vehicle unto a firm brake pedal is obtained. Air in the brake system can cause loss of brakes with possible
personal injury.
NOTICE: Do not allow components to hang from the flexible brake hoses as damage to the hoses may occur. Some brake hoses have protective
rings or covers to prevent direct contact of the hose with other chassis parts. Besides causing possible structural damage to the hose, excessive
tension could cause the hose rings to move out of their proper locations.
NOTICE: Brake hoses should not be crimped at any point, in order to prevent the loss of brake fluid from any component.
1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
2. Remove the front tire and the front wheel. Refer to Wheel Removal in Tires and Wheels.
3. Clean the dirt and foreign material from the brake hoses and fitting.
4. Use a backup wrench on the hose fitting in order to remove the brake pipe from the brake hose at the bracket. Do not bend the brake pipe or the
bracket.
5. Remove the retainer clip at the hose mounting bracket.
6. Remove the hose from the bracket.
7. Remove the following items from 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 washers (3)
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Discard the two washers.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
