Kizashi AWD L4-2.4L (2010)
Brake Hose/Line: Service and Repair
Brake Hose and Pipe Removal and Installation
Brake Hose and Pipe Removal and Installation
Reference: Brake Hose and Pipe Components
CAUTION:
Do not allow brake fluid to get on painted surfaces. Painted surfaces will be damaged by brake fluid. If any fluid is spilled, flush it with water
immediately.
Removal
1) Hoist vehicle and remove wheels.
NOTE:
This operation is not necessary when removing pipes connecting brake master cylinder.
2) Clean dirt and foreign material from both flexible hose end and pipe end fittings.
3) Drain brake fluid in reservoir.
4) Remove brake flexible hoses and pipes.
Installation
Reference: Brake Hose and Pipe Inspection
Reverse removal procedure, noting the following points.
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Install brake pipe clamps properly.
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Make sure that steering wheel is in straight-forward position and flexible hoses are not twisted or kinked.
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Make sure that flexible hoses do not contact any part of suspension, when steering wheel is turned fully right and left. (Fill brake fluid to specified
level in reservoir.)
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Bleed air from brake system.
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Make sure that brake system works accurately and there is no fluid leakage.
