Five Hundred AWD V6-3.0L VIN 1 (2005)
Brake Hose/Line: Service and Repair
Rear
Brake Flexible Hose
Material
Material
Removal
WARNING: Use of any other than approved DOT 3 motor vehicle brake fluid will cause permanent damage to brake components and will
render the brakes inoperative. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
WARNING: Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers and polyglycols. Avoid contact with eyes. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. If
brake fluid contacts eyes, flush eyes with running water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation persists. If taken internally, drink
water and induce vomiting. Get medical attention immediately. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
CAUTION: Brake fluid is harmful to painted and plastic surfaces. If brake fluid is spilled onto a painted or plastic surface, immediately wash it with
water.
CAUTION: Do not allow the brake fluid to come in contact with the adhesive backing on the brake pads. If brake fluid is spilled onto the brake pads
new pads must be installed.
CAUTION: Use only specified brake parts cleaner. Use of other cleaners may leave a residue on the brake caliper preventing the brake pads
adhesive surface from bonding with the brake caliper.
1. NOTE: New brake flexible hoses are supplied with new calipers. The brake flexible hose can be installed separately from the brake caliper.
Disconnect the brake line fitting from the brake flexible hose.
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To install, tighten to 17 Nm (13 ft. lbs.).
2. Remove the retaining clip from the brake flexible hose.
3. Disconnect the brake flexible hose from the brake caliper.
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To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).
4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Bleed the system.
