CTS V8-6.0L (2007)
Brake Hose/Line: Service and Repair
Brake Hose Replacement - Intermediate
Brake Hose Replacement - Intermediate (CTS-V)
Removal Procedure
Important: The intermediate brake hose assembly is serviced as an assembly.
1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the right rear tire and wheel assembly.
3. Clean all dirt and foreign material from the brake hose and the brake pipe fittings.
Important: Install a rubber cap or plug to the exposed brake pipe fitting end in order to prevent brake fluid loss and/or contamination.
4. Disconnect the crossover brake pipe fitting (1) from the intermediate brake hose assembly (3) and cap or plug the brake pipe fitting end.
5. Lift the retaining clip (2) over the end of the brake hose.
6. Using a flat-bladed tool, remove the brake hose retainer (2) from the rear frame assembly.
7. Disconnect the (2) brake pressure modulator valve (BMPV) brake pipe fittings from the intermediate brake hose assembly and cap or plug the
brake pipe fitting ends.
8. Disconnect the brake hose to caliper bolt (4) from the brake caliper (1).
9. Disconnect the brake hose from the brake caliper.
10. Place a shop towel on a hard surface.
11. Tap the threaded end of the brake hose to caliper bolt (4) on the shop towel to remove the gasket (3) from the bolt (4)
12. Remove and discard the two copper brake hose gaskets (3). These gaskets may be stuck to the brake caliper (1) and/or the brake hose end (2).
