Renew brake hose - front

Renew brake hose - front

Remove

NOTE: Disconnect hose at end nearest to master cylinder first.

1. Release brake pipe union from hose using correct union spanner.
2. Fit plug to pipe end to prevent excessive fluid loss.
3. Withdraw brake hose clip from upper bracket.
4. Remove lower damper nut and bolt to release hose bracket, collect spacer and two washers.
5. Remove banjo bolt at caliper end of hose and discard 2 sealing washers.
6. Remove hose and discard.

Refit

1. Fit banjo end of hose to caliper with banjo bolt and 2 new sealing washers and tighten to 36 Nm.
2. Fit union end of hose to top bracket and secure with clip.
3. Remove plug from pipe end, connect brake pipe to hose and tighten union to14 Nm.
4. Fit lower damper bolt.
5. Position hose bracket, damper, spacer and washers.
6. Fit nut and tighten to 45 Nm.
7. Bleed brake system. See BRAKES, Adjustments.

Renew brake hose - rear

Remove

NOTE: Disconnect hose at end nearest to master assembly first.

1. Release brake pipe union from hose using correct union spanner.
2. Fit plug to pipe end to prevent excessive fluid loss.
3. Withdraw brake hose clip from bracket.
4. Remove banjo bolt at caliper end of hose and discard 2 sealing washers.
5. Remove hose and discard.

Refit

1. Fit banjo end of hose to caliper with banjo bolt and 2 new sealing washers and tighten to 36 Nm.
2. Fit union end of hose to rear bracket and secure with clip.
3. Remove plug from pipe end, connect brake pipe to hose and tighten union to 14 Nm.
4. Bleed brake system. See BRAKES, Adjustments.