Avalanche 2500 4WD V8-8.1L VIN G (2003)
Brake Hose/Line: Service and Repair
Brake Hose Replacement
Front
Brake Hose Replacement - Front
Removal Procedure
Caution: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Caution in Cautions and Notices.
Note: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Notice in Cautions and Notices.
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
3. Clean all dirt and foreign material from the brake hose end and brake pipe fitting.
Important: Install a rubber cap or plug to the exposed brake pipe fitting end in order to prevent brake fluid loss and contamination.
4. Use a backup wrench on the brake hose fitting end (2), disconnect the brake pipe fitting end (1) from the brake hose (2), then cap or plug the brake
pipe fitting end.
5. Remove the brake hose retaining clip (3) from the brake hose mounting bracket.
6. Remove the brake hose bracket bolt from the upper control arm.
7. Remove the brake hose bracket bolt from the steering knuckle.