RAM 1500 Truck 4WD V8-5.7L VIN D (2005)
Brake Hose/Line: Service and Repair
Rear Tube / Hose Assembly
REAR TUBE / HOSE ASSEMBLY
1. Install prop rod on the brake pedal to keep pressure on the brake system, Holding pedal in this position will isolate master cylinder from hydraulic
brake system and will not allow brake fluid to drain out of brake fluid reservoir while brake lines are open. This will allow you to bleed out the
area of repair instead of the entire system
2. Raise and support the vehicle.
3. Remove the brake line located at the axle.
4. Remove the mounting bolt (2) for the brake hose (3) at the axle.
5. Remove the banjo bolt (1) at the caliper.
6. Remove the hose.
Installation
1. Install the hose (3).
2. Install the banjo bolt (1) at the caliper and tighten fitting bolt to 27 Nm (245 inch lbs.).
3. Install the mounting bolt (2) for the brake hose (3) at the axle.
4. Install the brake line located at the axle.
5. Lower the vehicle and remove the support.
6. Remove the prop rod from the brake pedal
7. Bleed the brake system. If a proper pedal is not felt during bleeding an area of repair then a base bleed system must be performed.
