Brake Hose/Line: Service and Repair
Brake Hose Replacement
NOTICE
Do not spill brake fluid on the vehicle; it may damage the paint. If brake fluid gets on the paint, wash it off immediately with water.
NOTE:
- Before reassembling, check that all parts are free of dirt and other foreign particles.
- Replace parts with new ones whenever specified to do so.
- After removal, plug the ends of the hoses and the joints to prevent spilling brake fluid.
Front
1. Raise and support the vehicle Service and Repair.
2. Remove the front wheel.
3. Disconnect the brake line (A) from the brake hose (B), then remove the brake hose clip (C).
4. Remove the banjo bolt (A), and disconnect the brake hose (B) from the caliper.
5. Remove the brake hose mounting bolt (C), then remove the brake hose.
6. Install the brake hose (A) with the mounting bolt (B).
7. Connect the brake hose to the caliper with the banjo bolt (C) and new sealing washers (D).
8. Install a new brake hose clip (A) to the brake hose (B) on the bracket, then connect the brake line (C). Do not twist the brake hose.
9. After installing the brake hose, bleed the brake system Service and Repair.
10. Do the following checks:
- Check the brake hose and line joint for leaks, and tighten if necessary.
- Check the brake hoses for interference and twisting.
11. Clean the mating surface between the brake disc and the inside of the wheel, then install the front wheel.
Rear
1. Raise and support the vehicle Service and Repair.
2. Remove the rear wheel.
3. Disconnect the brake line (A) from the brake hose (B), then remove the brake hose clip (C).
4. Remove the banjo bolt (A), and disconnect the brake hose (B) from the caliper.
5. Remove the brake hose mounting bolt (C), then remove the brake hose.
6. Install the brake hose (A) with the mounting bolt (B).
7. Connect the brake hose to the caliper with the banjo bolt (C) and new sealing washers (D).
8. Install a new brake hose clip (A) to the brake hose (B) on the bracket, then connect the brake line (C). Do not twist the brake hose.
9. After installing the brake hose, bleed the brake system Service and Repair.
10. Do the following checks:
- Check the brake hose and line joint for leaks, and tighten if necessary.
- Check the brake hoses for interference and twisting.
11. Clean the mating surface between the brake disc/drum and the inside of the wheel, then install the rear wheel.