2026-08-09

Brake Hose - Flexible - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)

Correction Code 33030502

Warning

If the vehicle has air suspension, activate "Jack" mode on the touchscreen before raising and supporting the vehicle.

Note

Replace the flexible brake hose whenever the caliper is replaced, or the banjo bolt is loosened.

Removal

Remove the rear portion of the wheel arch liner and move it away from the working area (refer to procedure).
Place a suitable container under the vehicle to collect brake fluid.
Clean the areas that surround the connections at each end of the brake hose.
Remove the bolt that attaches the brake hose to the caliper (torque 42 Nm).

CAUTION
Plug pipe connections to prevent ingress of moisture or dirt.

Note
Place suitable absorbent material around the affected area to absorb any possible fluid spillage.

CAUTION
If brake fluid is spilled on a painted surface, wash off immediately with clean water.
Loosen the nut that secures the brake pipe to to the brake hose, then disconnect the brake pipe from the hose (torque 14 Nm).

CAUTION
To prevent damage always use a suitable wrench to hold the backing nut when loosening pipes and unions.

CAUTION
Plug pipe connections to prevent ingress of moisture or dirt.

Note
Place suitable absorbent material around the affected area to absorb any possible fluid spillage.
Note the orientation of the retaining clip that secures the brake hose to the fixed bracket. Remove the retaining clip and release the brake hose from the bracket.
Note the orientation of the brake hose. Remove the brake hose from the vehicle.

CAUTION
Plug pipe connections to prevent ingress of moisture or dirt.