Brake Lines ABS Unit/Pipe Coupling Rear, Replacing

Brake lines ABS unit/pipe coupling rear, replacing

Note! The illustrations in this service information are used for different model years and/or models. Some variation may occur. However, the essential information in the illustrations is always correct.

Preparatory work




Remove the wheel.
Secure the pedal in the depressed position. Use a pedal jack.
Remove the protective cap from the bleed nipple at the left front wheel.
Install a plastic hose on the nipple. Open the bleed nipple.
Collect the brake fluid in a container.
Shut the bleed nipple.

Removal

Removing the battery box




Ignition off.

Remove:
- the battery. See: Battery Removal and Replacement
- the 3 screws (1)
- the battery box (2).

Removing splash guards




Remove the 3 clips holding the cowl.




Carefully lift up the cowl. Remove the 2 clips for the protective cover.
Remove the protective cover over the brake fluid reservoir.





Remove:
- the plastic nut, x 1
- the protective cover for the firewall.

Removing the brake pipe





Note! Clean the brake pipe terminals. Place paper under the hydraulic modulator to avoid brake fluid spillage.

Remove:
- the two brake pipes from the ABS unit (1)
- the two brake pipes from the front-rear brake pipe (2)
- the brake pipe from the clips.

Installation

Note! For tightening torques, see Specifications. Tightening Torque.

Installing the brake pipes





Install:
- the brake pipe (1). Tighten. See: Tightening torque Tightening Torque
- the brake pipe (2). Tighten. See: Tightening torque Tightening Torque
- the brake pipe in the clips.

Bleeding brake systems
Remove the pedal jack.
Bleed the brake system. See: Brake system bleeding Brake System Bleeding.
Check that the brake pipe connections are sealed.
Check the brake fluid level.

Installing the protective covers





Install:
- the upper protective cover for the firewall
- the plastic nut, x 1.




Install the protective cover over the brake fluid reservoir. Carefully lift up the cowl. Install the 2 clips for the protective cover.




Install the 3 clips holding the cowl.

Finishing

Installing the battery box





Install:
- the battery box (2)
- the 1 M6 screws (3)
- the battery. See: Battery Removal and Replacement.