Sidekick JSS 4D Hard Top 2WD L4-1.8L (1997)
Hydraulic Hose: Service and Repair
NOTE: Do not allow fluid to get on painted surface.
REMOVAL
1. Remove dust and dirt from each joint of hose and pipe to be disconnected and clean around reservoir cap.
2. Take out fluid with syringe or such.
3. Disconnect fluid pipe from hose.
NOTE: To disconnect pipe from hose, separate them by using flare nut wrench and spanner so as not to kink them.
INSPECTION
Check pipe and hose for dent, kink, crack, dirt and dust. Replace if check result is not satisfactory.
INSTALLATION
Reverse removal sequence, noting following:
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Tighten flare nuts to (a) 16 Nm (11.5 ft. lbs.)
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For air bleeding of master cylinder alone, it must be removed from vehicle.
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Do not allow fluid to get on painted surface.
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Do not allow pipe and hose to contact hard against vehicle or other parts.
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Install each clamp securely.
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Install E-ring securely as shown.
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After installation, check clutch pedal free travel and bleed air from system. Check fluid leakage.
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Add fluid close to MAX level of reservoir.
