Sable V6-183 3.0L DOHC VIN S MFI (1997)
Brake Hydraulic Hose, To Caliper, Rear
NOTE:When connecting new brake hoses to a caliper two new copper sealing washers must be used. Positioning of the brake hose is controlled by a
self-indexing brass block. Always inspect position of installed brake hose for clearance to other chassis components.
REMOVAL
1. Raise and support vehicle.
2. Remove wheel and tire assembly.
3. Remove rear wheel brake hose from rear disc brake caliper.
4. Remove brake fluid distributor tube from rear wheel brake hose and screw retaining rear wheel brake hose to rear side member.
INSTALLATION
1. Position rear wheel brake hose and install retaining screw to rear side member. Tighten to 12-15 Nm (107-132 inch lbs.).
2. Connect rear wheel brake hose to brake fluid distributor tube.
3. Using new washers, connect rear wheel brake hose to rear disc brake caliper. Tighten retaining bolt to 41-54 Nm (31-39 ft.lbs).
4. Bleed the rear wheel brake hose through the nearest rear disc brake caliper as described.
CAUTION: Failure to tighten lug nuts in a star pattern may result in high rotor runout, which will speed up the development of brake roughness,
shudder and vibration.
5. Install wheel and tire assembly using Accutorq(r) or equivalent or torque wrench. Tighten lug nuts to 115-142 Nm (85-104 ft.lbs).
6. Lower vehicle.