Murano FWD V6-3.5L (VQ35) (2004)
Brake Hose/Line: Service and Repair
Removal and Installation of Rear Brake Piping and Brake Hose
Removal and Installation of Rear Brake Piping and Brake Hose
REMOVAL
1. Drain brake fluid. Refer to "Drain and Refill".
2. Using a flare nut wrench, remove brake tube from brake hose.
3. Remove union bolts, and then remove brake hose from the caliper assembly.
4. Remove the lock plate and then remove the brake hose from the vehicle.
INSTALLATION
1. Install the brake hose to the caliper assembly positioning hole and tighten union bolt to the specified torque.
16.7 - 19.6 Nm (1.7 - 1.9 kg-m, 13 - 14 ft. lbs.)
NOTE: Do not reuse the copper washer.
2. Install brake hose to the brake tube, partially tighten the flare nut as much as possible by hand, then secure it to the bracket with lock plate.
3. Using a flare nut torque wrench, tighten flare nut to the specified torque.
4. Refill brake fluid and bleed air. Refer to "Bleeding Brake System".
Inspection After Installation
CAUTION: If leakage occurs around hose and tube connections, retighten. If necessary, replace damaged part.
1. Check brake lines (tubes and hoses) and connections for fluid leakage, damage, twist, deformation, contact with other parts, and loose connections.
Replace any damage parts.
2. While depressing brake pedal under a force of 785 N (80 kg, 177 lbs.) with engine running at idle speed for approximately 5 seconds, check each
part for fluid leakage.