Vauxhall Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Brake Hose, Rear, Replace

Screw blind screw cap, comercially available, on to brake fluid reservoir.

Fill brake fluid up to mark "MAX".

Raise vehicle.

All Models except 38 and 48

Unscrew brake lines from brake hose.

Remove both locking plates.

Remove brake hose from bracket.

Install new brake hose with flat surface in flat area of holder.

Flat surfaces must be installed in holder without twist.

Screw on brake lines and tighten - observe prescribed torque of 11 Nm/8.11 lbf. ft.

Mount locking plates and lower vehicle.

Remove blind screw cap. Bleed brake system.

Check brake system for leaks.

Models 38 and 48

Unscrew brake lines from brake hose at rear axle bracket and remove locking plate.

Remove brake hose from bracket.

Important: Note different union screws.

Unscrew brake lines from brake hose at rear axle bracket and remove locking plate.

Remove brake hose from bracket.

Install new brake hose in reverse order to removal.

Flat surfaces must be installed in holder without twist.

Screw on brake lines and tighten - observe prescribed torque of 11 Nm/8.11 lbf. ft.

Mount locking plates and lower vehicle.

Remove blind screw cap. Bleed brake system.

Check brake system for leaks.