Kia Sportage: Brake Line

Components and Components Location

 Components

Repair procedures

Removal

1. Disconnect the brake fluid level switch connector, and remove the reservoir cap.

2. Remove the brake fluid from the master cylinder reservoir with a syringe.

CAUTION

Do not spill brake fluid on the vehicle, it may damage the paint; if brake fluid does contact the paint, wash it off immediately with water.

3. Remove the wheel & tire.

4. Remove the brake hose clip (A).

Front

Rear

5. Disconnect the brake tube by loosening the tube flare nut (B).

Tightening torque: 12.7 ~ 16.7 N.m (1.3 ~ 1.7 kgf.m, 9.4 ~ 12.3 lb-ft)

6. Disconnect the brake hose from the brake caliper by loosening the bolt (C).

Tightening torque: 24.5 ~ 29.4 N.m (2.5 ~ 3.0 kgf.m, 18.1 ~ 21.7 lb-ft)

Front

Rear

Inspection

1. Check the brake tubes for cracks, crimps and corrosion.

2. Check the brake hoses for cracks, damage and fluid leakage.

3. Check the brake tube flare nuts for damage and fluid leakage.

4. Check brake hose mounting bracket for crack or deformation.

Installation

1. Installation is the reverse of removal.

CAUTION

Use a new washer (A) whenever installing.

2. After installation, bleed the brake system. (Refer to Brake system bleeding)

3. Check the spilled brake oil.

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