2026-08-09

Assembly - Brake Lines - Rear - LH (Remove and Install)

Correction code 3303010021 FRT 1.02 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the correction code and its associated FRT reflect all of the work required to perform this procedure, including the linked procedures. Do not stack correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. NOTE: See Flat Rate Times to learn more about FRTs and how they are created. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure you are wearing proper PPE when performing the procedure below. NOTE: See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.

CAUTION
Brake fluid dissolves paint. Have clean towels and plenty of water standing by to wash spilled brake fluid off painted surfaces.
Note
Dispose of used brake fluid in a manner consistent with local environmental codes.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Assembly - Brake Lines - Rear - LH (Remove and Install)
LH rear brake line tube nut to the LH rear brake pipe junction block
16 Nm (11.8 lbs-ft)
  • 12 mm socket
 Reuse
LH rear brake line tube nut to the brake hose at the jounce hose bracket
16 Nm (11.8 lbs-ft)
  • 12 mm socket
 Reuse

Remove

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
  2. Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  3. Remove all four wheels. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  4. Remove the LH rear wheel arch liner. See Wheel Arch Liner - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace).
  5. Position the oil drain under the rear brake line junction block.
  6. Remove the LH rear brake line tube nut from the LH rear brake pipe junction block.
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 12 mm socket
  7. Position the oil drain under the rear LH brake hose.
  8. Remove the brake line tube nut from the brake hose at the jounce hose bracket. Allow the fluid to drain.
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 12 mm socket
  9. Remove the clips (x5) that attach the brake line to the body, and then remove the brake line from the vehicle.
    Note
    No bending of the brake line is allowed.

Install

  1. Install the brake line to the body, and then fasten the clips (x5) that attach the brake line to the body.
    Note
    No bending of the brake line is allowed.
  2. Install the LH rear brake line tube nut to the LH rear brake pipe junction block.
    16 Nm (11.8 lbs-ft)
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 12 mm socket
  3. Install the brake line tube nut to the brake hose at the jounce hose bracket.
    16 Nm (11.8 lbs-ft)
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 3 in extension
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
    • 12 mm socket
  4. Remove the oil drain from under the vehicle.
  5. Install the LH rear wheel arch liner. See Wheel Arch Liner - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace).
  6. Perform a brake fluid flush on the brakes. See Brake Fluid Bleed/Flush (Maintenance).