Pic. 9.1A. Connection of a metal tube with a flexible hose in the front wheel arch...
9.1 In - and rear wheel arch - loosen the nut, disconnect the hose from the suspension
2. When checking the system, first look for signs of leaks at the tube or hose couplings, then check the condition of the flexible hoses. Check that pipes and hoses are securely fastened in brackets or hangers (photo).
9.2. Check that flexible hoses are properly secured with spring clips
3. Walk carefully along metal hydraulic pipes, looking for dents or any kind of damage or corrosion. If the depth of corrosion is significant, the tube must be replaced.
4. If a tube or hose needs to be replaced, remove the master cylinder reservoir cap and cover it with a piece of plastic to seal the system. If the flexible hose must be disconnected, unscrew the line coupling nut before removing the spring clip securing the hose to the mounting bracket.
5. To unscrew the connecting nuts, it is preferable to have a special wrench of the correct size. Always clean the connection and surrounding area before disconnecting. When removing a component with more than one connection (for example, the connector block on early models), note the connections of all tubes.
If the hydraulic tube needs to be replaced, cut off the piece to be replaced and have your dealer mold a new tube. Alternatively, hydraulic roughers can be purchased from most parts stores, but this requires very careful measurements of the original. The most reliable way: take an old pipe for a sample.
7. When installing, do not overtighten the connection nuts. The tightening forces regulated by the specification are not high. When installing flexible hoses, always replace the seals on each side of the bungee connection (where available) and tighten the banjo bolts with the specified tightening force Specification.
8. Check that pipes and hoses are correctly routed and secured in brackets or hangers (photo). After installation, remove the polyethylene from the reservoir and bleed the hydraulic system as described in Chapter 8 from this Section.
9.8. Metal pipes are attached to the bottom with brackets