Corvette V8-6.0L VIN U (2005)
20.
Disconnect the fittings for the two rear brake pipes from the ABS modulator valve.
Important:
When removing the brakes pipes in the next step, it will be necessary to rotate the assembly to clear various components. It is NOT necessary
to bend the pipes.
21.
While noting the routing location, carefully remove the complete pipe assembly from the vehicle.
22.
Install the complete new pipe assembly into the vehicle following the same routing.
23.
Connect the fittings on the new pipes to the ABS modulator valve.
Tighten
Tighten the fittings to 16 N.m (12 lb-ft).
24.
Install the intermediate shaft and bolts.
Tighten
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Tighten the lower pinch bolt to 34 N.m (25 lb-ft).
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Tighten the two upper bolts to 48 N.m (35 lb-ft).
25.
Reposition the surge tank and install the attaching fasteners.
Tighten
Tighten the attaching fasteners to 8 N.m (71 lb in).
26.
Connect the upper radiator hose to the radiator.
27.
Fill the cooling system.
28.
Install the engine cover.
29.
Raise the vehicle.
30.
Confirm the alignment of the new pipes to the existing rear pipes and cut the new pipes as necessary, taking into consideration the staggered cut
made earlier on the rear pipes.
31.
INSTALL ONE FLARE NUT ON EACH PIPE and, following the instructions contained in J 4540, make all the necessary flares.
32.
Using the unions included with the new front pipes, align the pipes using the mark made earlier and connect the pipes to the rear pipes.
Tighten
Tighten the fittings to 18 Nm (13 lb-ft).
33.
Secure the brake pipes in the retainers.
34.
Remove any dirt or foreign material from the frame rail in the area of the plastic retainer that is located near the left engine exhaust manifold.
35.
Trim a piece of adhesive cover (P/N 25649654) to a size of approximately 100 mm by 125 mm (4 in by 5 in).
