Buick Regal: Rear Brake Hose Replacement (GNC)
Removal Procedure
WARNING: Brake Dust Warning
WARNING: Brake Fluid Irritant Warning
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
3.
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Brake Pipe Fitting(1) - Disconnect.
4. Cap the brake pipe fitting to prevent brake fluid loss and contamination.
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Brake Hose Retainer(1) - Remove.
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Brake Hose Fitting Bolt (1) - Remove.
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NOTE: Do NOT reuse the brake hose fitting gaskets.
Brake Hose Fitting Gasket (1)@ Brake Hose Fitting (2) - Remove and DISCARD[2x].
8. Plug the caliper inlet to prevent brake fluid loss and contamination.
9. Remove the brake hose.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the brake hose to the vehicle.
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NOTE: Install NEW brake hose fitting gaskets.
Brake Hose Fitting Gasket (1)@ Brake Hose Fitting (2) - Install[2x].
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CAUTION: Fastener Caution
Brake Hose Fitting Bolt (1) - Install and tighten 40 N.m (30 lb ft).
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Brake Hose Retainer(1) - Install.
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Brake Pipe Fitting(1) - Install and tighten 18 N.m (13 lb ft).
6. Bleed the brake system.
7. Install the tire and wheel assembly.
REAR BRAKE HOSE REPLACEMENT (GNQ)
Removal Procedure
WARNING: Brake Dust Warning
WARNING: Brake Fluid Irritant Warning
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
3. Partially remove the rear wheelhouse liner enough to access the rear brake hose fitting.
4.
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Brake Pipe Fitting(1) - Disconnect.
5. Cap the brake pipe fitting to prevent brake fluid loss and contamination.
6.
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Brake Hose Retainer(1) - Remove.
7.
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Brake Hose Fitting Bolt (1) - Remove.
8.
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Brake Hose Fitting Gasket (1)@ Brake Hose Fitting (2) - Remove and DISCARD[2x].
9. Plug the caliper inlet to prevent brake fluid loss and contamination.
10.
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Rear Brake Hose(1) - Remove.
Installation Procedure
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Rear Brake Hose(1) - Install.
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Brake Hose Fitting Gasket (1)@ Brake Hose Fitting (2) - Install NEW[2x].
3.
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CAUTION: Fastener Caution
Brake Hose Fitting Bolt (1) - Install and tighten 40 N.m (30 lb ft).
4.
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Brake Hose Retainer(1) - Install.
5.
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Brake Pipe Fitting(1) - Install and tighten 18 N.m (13 lb ft).
6. Rear Wheelhouse Liner - Install.
7. Bleed the brake system.
8. Install the tire and wheel assembly.
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CAUTION: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical
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CAUTION: Only use products that comply with GM specifications and che
Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual)
WARNING: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning.
CAUTION: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical
Components Caution.
1. Place a clean shop cloth beneath the brake master cylinder to prev
Hydraulic Brake System Flushing
WARNING: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning.
CAUTION: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical
Components Caution.
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Diagnostic Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this
diagnostic procedure.
Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic
approach.
Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each
diagnostic category.
Circuit/System De
Tire Pressure
Tires need the correct amount of
air pressure to operate
effectively.
Caution:
Neither tire underinflation nor
overinflation is good.
Underinflated tires, or tires
that do not have enough air,
can result in:
Tire overloading and
overheating which could
lead to a blowout.
Premature or
irregul
