Monte Carlo V6-3.8L VIN K (1998)
1. With the weight of the vehicle on suspension, install the brake hose into the bracket.
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Ensure that there are no kinks in the hose.
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Use the hose paint strip as a visual aid.
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Align the hose fitting with the notch in the bracket.
2. Install the retainer onto the hose fitting at the bracket.
NOTICE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
3. Install the brake pipe (left-hand) to the brake hose. Use a backup wrench on the hose fitting. Do not bend the bracket or the pipe.
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Tighten the brake pipe fitting to 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs.).
4. Install the hose into the left-hand bracket.
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Ensure that there are no kinks in the hose.
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Use the hose paint strip as a visual aid.
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Align the hose fitting with the notch in the bracket.
5. Install the retainer onto the hose fitting at the bracket.
6. Install the brake pipe (left-hand) to the brake hose. Use a backup wrench on the hose fitting. Do not bend the bracket or the pipe.
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Tighten the brake pipe fitting to 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs.).
7. Install the bolt attaching the brake hose bracket to the rear strut.
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Tighten the brake hose bracket bolt to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).
8. Install the tire and wheel.
9. Lower the vehicle.
10. Bleed the brakes.
