Kia Soul: Brake Line Repair procedures

Removal

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

Remove the brake fluid from the master cylinder reservior with a syringe.

Do not spill brake fluid on the vehicle as it may damage the paint. If brake fluid comes in contact with the paint, wash off immediately with water.

Remove the wheel & tire.

Tightening torque :

88.3 ~ 107.9 N.m (9.0 ~ 11.0 kgf.m, 65.1 ~ 79.6 lb-ft)

4.	Remove the brake hose mounting bracket bolt (A).

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)

Front

Rear

6.	Remove the brake hose clip (A).

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

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

Install in the reverse order of removal.

Use a new washer (A) whenever installing.

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

3.	Check for brake fluid leaks.

Components ...

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