Cobalt L4-2.2L (2008)
Brake Hose/Line: Service and Repair
Rear Brake Hose Replacement (Jounce)
Rear Brake Hose Replacement (Jounce)
Caution: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Caution .
Notice: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Notice .
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
3. Clean all dirt and foreign material from the brake hose ends and brake pipe fittings.
4. Using a backup wrench on the hose fitting, disconnect the brake pipe fittings from the brake hose. Cap or plug the brake pipe fitting ends and the
brake hose ends to prevent fluid loss and contamination.
5. Remove the brake hose retaining clips (1) from the hose mounting brackets.
6. Remove the hose from the mounting brackets.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the brake hose to the brake hose mounting brackets. Align the hose fittings with the notch in the brackets.
2. Install the hose retaining clips (1) onto the hose fittings at the hose brackets.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice .
3. Using a backup wrench on the hose fitting, connect the brake pipe fittings at the rear brake hose.
Tighten the fittings to 21 N.m (15 lb ft).
