Renault Clio: Rear brake hose: Removal - Refitting

Renault Clio III (2005-2013) Service Manual / Chassis / Rear Axle Components / Rear brake hose: Removal - Refitting

REMOVAL

I - REMOVAL PREPARATION OPERATION

• Position the vehicle on a two-post lift (see Vehicle: Towing and lifting) (MR 392, 02A, Lifting equipment).

WARNING

Prepare for brake fluid outflow, to prevent damage to the mechanical parts and bodywork around the braking system.

• Fit the pedal press to the brake pedal to limit the outflow of brake fluid.

II - OPERATION FOR REMOVAL OF PART CONCERNED

• Remove:
  • the unions (1) from the pipe concerned,
  • the pipe concerned.

REFITTING

I - REFITTING PREPARATIONS OPERATION

WARNING

Do not twist the brake hose.

Make sure that there is no contact between the brake hose and the surrounding components.

II - REFITTING OPERATION FOR PART CONCERNED

• Refit the hose.
• Torque tighten the brake hose unions (14 Nm).

III - FINAL OPERATION.

• Remove the pedal press from the brake pedal.
• Bleed the brake circuit (see 30A, General information, Braking circuit: Bleed, 30A-4).
• Check the brake fluid level.

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