C 2500 Truck 2WD V8-8.1L VIN G (2002)
Brake Hose/Line: Service and Repair
Brake Hose Replacement - Rear (Caliper)
Brake Hose Replacement - Rear (Caliper)
Caution: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Caution in Service Precautions.
Notice: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on paint and Electrical Components Notice in Service Precautions.
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
3. Clean all dirt and foreign material from the brake hose and brake pipe fittings.
Important: Install a rubber cap or plug to the exposed brake pipe fitting ends in order to prevent brake fluid loss and contamination.
4. Use a backup wrench on the hose fitting, disconnect the brake pipe fitting from the brake hose, then cap or plug the brake pipe fitting end.
5. Remove the brake hose retaining clip from the hose mounting bracket.
6. Remove the brake hose to caliper bolt from the brake caliper.
7. Remove the brake hose from the brake caliper.
8. 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.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
