K 1500 Suburban 4WD V8-5.3L VIN Z Flex Fuel (2003)
8. Remove the brake hose to caliper bolt from the brake caliper.
9. Remove and discard the 2 copper brake hose gaskets. These gaskets may be stuck to the brake caliper housing or the brake hose end.
Installation Procedure
Important: Install 2 new copper brake hose gaskets.
1. Assemble the 2 new copper brake hose gaskets and the brake hose bolt to the brake hose.
Note: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
2. Install the brake hose to caliper bolt and 2 new washers to the brake caliper.
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Tighten the bolt to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).
Important: The brake hose must not be twisted. Make sure the brake hose is not in contact with any suspension component.
3. Install the brake hose bracket bolt and the bracket to the steering knuckle.
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Tighten the bolt to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
4. Install the brake hose bracket bolt and the bracket to the upper control arm.
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Tighten the bolt to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
