Note
Because the left and right rear flexible hoses are not interchangeable, verify the part number when installing the flexible hoses.
If the hoses are to be reused, connect them after checking the identification marks placed when each hose was disconnected.
Tech Tips
Use the same procedure for the LH side and RH side.
The following procedure is for the LH side.
INSTALL REAR FLEXIBLE HOSE
| *a | Lock Hole |
Connect the rear flexible hose to the rear disc brake cylinder assembly with a new union bolt and a new gasket.
Note
Install the flexible hose lock securely into the lock hole in the disc brake cylinder.
Install the rear flexible hose with the bolt.
Install a new clip.
Note
Install the clip as far as it will go.
Using a union nut wrench, connect the brake line to the rear flexible hose while holding the rear flexible hose with a wrench.
Note
Do not bend or damage the brake line.
Do not allow any foreign matter such as dirt or dust to enter the brake line from the connecting points.
Use the formula to calculate special torque values for situations where the union nut wrench is combined with a torque wrench Click here.
CONNECT CABLE TO AUXILIARY BATTERY NEGATIVE TERMINAL
BLEED BRAKE LINE
Bleed brake line.
Remove the brake master cylinder reservoir filler cap assembly.
Add brake fluid into the reservoir between the MAX and MIN level on the brake fluid reservoir.
| Brake fluid |
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| SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT3 |
Connect the Techstream to the DLC3 and turn the power switch on (IG).
Turn the Techstream on and enter the following menus: Chassis / ABS/VSC/TRAC / Air Bleeding.
Select "Usual air bleeding" on the Techstream display, and bleed air from the brake fluid following the instructions on the Techstream.
After air bleeding, tighten each bleeder plug.
Clear the DTCs Click here.
Turn the Techstream off and turn the power switch off.
Inspect for brake fluid leaks.
Install the brake master cylinder reservoir filler cap.
INSTALL REAR WHEEL