Front (Dual Piston Caliper)

Brake Hose Replacement - Front (Dual Piston Caliper)

Removal Procedure





1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the front tire and wheel assembly.
3. Clean the hose fittings at both ends. Remove all dirt, grease, and other foreign material.
4. Place a container under the hose to catch any dripping brake fluid.
5. Disconnect the brake pipe fitting at the frame.
6. Remove the brake pipe retainer.
7. Remove the front flex hose support bracket nut and bolt.





8. Remove the front brake hose bolt and gaskets from the caliper.
9. Remove the front brake hose.

Installation Procedure





Important: After installation, ensure that the front flex hose is not twisted and that the front flex hose does not contact any of the other components.

1. Replace the brass gaskets with a new ones.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the front brake hose to brake caliper.
- Tighten the front brake hose bolt to 54 Nm (40 ft. lbs.).





3. Install the front brake hose support bracket bolt and nut.
- Tighten the front brake hose nut to 22 Nm (16 ft. lbs.).
4. Install the front brake pipe retainer.
5. Connect the brake pipe fitting to the brake hose.
- Tighten the brake pipe fitting to 17 Nm (13 ft. lbs.).
6. Bleed the brake system.
7. Install the front tires and wheels assembly.
8. Remove the safety stands and lower the vehicle.