2026-08-09

Jounce Hose - Front Brake - LH (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 3303020132 FRT 0.96 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：Jounce Hose - Front Brake - LH (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Nut at the jounce hose bracket
16 Nm (11.8 lbs-ft)
  • 12 mm socket
 Reuse
Nut at the body
6 Nm (4.4 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm deep socket
 Reuse
Bolt that attaches the flexible brake hose to the brake knuckle
5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm deep socket
 Reuse
Bolt that attaches the flexible brake hose to the brake caliper
42 Nm (31.0 lbs-ft)
  • 11 mm 12-point deep socket
 Replace

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. Position the oil drain under the front LH brake hose.
  5. Remove the bolt securing the LH front brake hose to LH front brake caliper.
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 11 mm 12-point deep socket
    Note
    The bolt and washers (x2) are captive and cannot be reused. Replace the hose assembly if the bolt is loosened or removed.
  6. Remove the bolt securing the LH front brake hose to LH front brake knuckle.
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm deep socket
  7. Remove the nut that securing LH front brake line to LH front brake hose.
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 12 mm socket
  8. Remove nut securing LH front brake hose to body, and then remove the hose from the vehicle.
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm deep socket

Install

  1. Position the LH rear flexible brake hose into the vehicle, and then install the nut that attaches the hose to the LH front brake caliper.
    6 Nm (4.4 lbs-ft)
    Note
    The bolt and washers are captive in the new hose assembly.
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm deep socket
  2. Install the nut that securing LH front brake line to LH front brake hose.
    16 Nm (11.8 lbs-ft)
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 12 mm socket
  3. Install the bolt securing the LH front brake hose to LH front brake knuckle.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 12 mm socket
  4. Install the bolt securing the LH front brake hose to LH front brake caliper.
    42 Nm (31.0 lbs-ft)
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 12 mm socket
    Note
    The bolt and washers (x2) are captive and cannot be reused. Replace the hose assembly if the bolt is loosened or removed.
  5. Remove the oil drain from under the vehicle.
  6. Perform a brake fluid flush on the brakes. See Brake Fluid Bleed/Flush (Maintenance).