Stratus V6-2.5L VIN H (1997)
Brake Hose/Line: Service and Repair
Brake Line Replacement
GENERAL INFORMATION
Always use Mopar replacement brake hose assemblies to ensure quality, correct length and superior fatigue life. Care should be taken to make
sure. that the tube and hose mating surfaces are clean and free from nicks and burrs. Hose assemblies for each brake are unique and not
interchangeable.Use new copper seal washers on all connections using Banjo Bolts and tighten all fittings to their specified torques.
PROCEDURE
The flexible front hydraulic brake hose should always be installed on the vehicle by first attaching the Banjo connector to the caliper assembly.
Then bolt the intermediate hose bracket to the strut assembly allowing the bracket to position the hose to prevent twisting. Attach the hose to brake
tubing, before attaching to front frame rail. Then tighten all brake line fittings to specified torque. On vehicles equipped with rear drum brakes,
install rear brake hoses first to wheel cylinders and rear struts and then attach hose bracket to body. On vehicles equipped with rear disc brakes,
attach brake hoses to calipers and struts first and then attach brake hose bracket to body. Following this procedure will reduce potential for
twisting brake during installation procedure. Only double wall 4.75 mm (3/16 in.) steel brake line tubing, with Al- Rich/ZN-AL alloy coating
should be used for replacement. Care must be taken when replacing brake tubing, to be sure the proper bending and flaring tools and procedures
are used to avoid kinking. Do not route the tubes against sharp edges, moving components or into hot areas. All tubes should be properly attached
with recommended retaining clips.
