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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the brake hose grommet (1) to the strut bracket.
    Fig 1: Brake Hose Grommet
    GM2557355Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  2. Assemble the brake hose fitting bolt (1). with new brake hose fitting gaskets (2) to the brake hose fitting (3).
    Fig 2: Brake Hose Fitting Bolt
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  3. Install the brake hose assembly to the brake caliper and tighten the brake hose fitting bolt to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).
    CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  4. Install the brake hose retaining clip (1).
    Fig 3: Brake Hose Retaining Clip
    GM2557337Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  5. Connect the brake pipe fitting (1) to the brake hose.
    Fig 4: Brake Pipe Fitting
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  6. Tighten the brake pipe fitting to 18 N.m (13 lb ft).
  7. Bleed the hydraulic brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Pressure)  and Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual) .
  8. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .