Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Rear Brake Hose Replacement (Axle to Caliper)
- Removal Procedure
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Warning:
Refer to Brake Dust Warning.
Warning:
Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
- Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
- Remove the brake pipe fitting (1) from the rear brake hose.
- Cap the brake pipe fitting to prevent brake fluid loss and contamination.
- Remove the brake hose retainer (1).
- Remove the brake hose fitting bolt (1).
- Remove and discard the brake hose fitting gaskets (2) from the brake hose fitting (3).
- Remove the brake hose.
Note:
Do not reuse the brake hose fitting gaskets.
- Installation Procedure
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- Assemble the brake hose fitting bolt (1) and the new brake hose fitting gaskets (2) to the brake hose fitting (3).
- Install the brake hose assembly to the brake caliper and tighten the
fitting bolt to 40 Y (30 lb ft)
.
- Install the brake hose to the wheelhouse bracket and install the retainer (1).
- Install the brake pipe fitting (1) to the rear brake hose and tighten
the fitting to 18 Y (13 lb ft)
.
- Bleed the hydraulic brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding.
- Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution.
Hub/Axle Flange and Wheel Stud Runout Inspection
Special Tools
GE-8001 Dial Indicator Set , or equivalent
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
Mark the location of the wheels to the wheel studs and mar ...
Rear Brake Hose Replacement (Body to Axle - Disc Brake)
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning.
Warning: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning.
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the ...
Other materials:
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
The RKE transmitter may work up to 60m (195 ft) away from the vehicle.
The RKE transmitter can have one of the two symbols for the remote trunk release.
With Remote Start Shown
Press the key release button to extend the key blade. The key can be used for
the ignition and all locks.
Press ...
Setting the Time and Date
1. Press , and then press settings.
2. Press time and date settings, and then set time and date. 3. Press
or
to adjust the value. 4. Press
.
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GM Mobility Reimbursement Program
This program is available to qualified applicants for cost reimbursement of eligible
aftermarket adaptive equipment required for the vehicle, such as hand controls or
a wheelchair/ scooter lift for the vehicle.
For more information on the limited offer, visit www.gmmobility.com or call the
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