Brake Pipe Replacement - Left Front

1. Remove powertrain control module (PCM) attachment fasteners and move PCM to gain access to brake pipe-to-master cylinder joints.





2. Place a shop rag under master cylinder and disconnect left front brake pipe.





3. Remove plastic 4-way brake pipe clamp located near motor rail.

CAUTION:
MAKE SURE VEHICLE IS PROPERLY SUPPORTED AND SQUARELY POSITIONED ON HOIST. TO HELP AVOID PERSONAL INJURY, PROVIDE ADDITIONAL SUPPORT TO OPPOSITE END OF VEHICLE THAT COMPONENTS WILL BE REMOVED FROM.

4. Raise vehicle on hoist.

5. Remove splash shield from left front wheelhouse area to gain access to brake pipe.





6. Disconnect left front brake pipe from left front brake hose.

7. Remove left front brake pipe from vehicle.

8. Obtain replacement left front brake pipe (P/N 21012546).

9. Install left front brake pipe to vehicle.

10. Connect brake pipe to brake hose.

NOTICE:
Always follow recommended torque specifications and procedures. Over-torque or under-torque of a brake pipe connection, may result in brake fluid leakage, brake pipe damage, and/or brake system failure.

11. Use torque wrench to torque brake pipe-to-brake hose joint.

Torque: 18 Nm (14 ft-lbs)

12. Install splash shield in left front wheelhouse area.

13. Lower vehicle.

14. Connect left front brake pipe to master cylinder.

Torque: 27 Nm (20 ft-lbs)

15. Position and install plastic 4-way brake pipe clamp.

16. Install PCM and attachment fasteners.

Torque: 6 Nm (53 in-lbs)

17. Bleed brake system. (Refer to "Manual Bleeding" or "Pressure Bleeding" in this bulletin.)

18. Test brake system to ensure proper operation.

19. Check for leaks.