Brake Hose Inspection - GMC chervolet camaro 1999 Service Manual

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14. Slide the clamping nut (1) over the tubing into the
correct collet (2). Leave approximately 19 mm
(0.750 in) of the tubing extending out of
the collet (2).
15. Insert the tubing into the tool body. Ensure that
the tube end contacts the face of the forming
mandrel.
16. Tighten the clamping nut (1) into the tool body
very tight in order to prevent the tube from
pushing out.
17. Wrench tighten the forcing screw in until the
screw bottoms. Do not overtighten the forcing
screw or the flare may become oversized.
18. Back the clamping nut out of the tool body.
Disassemble the clamping nut and collet.
19. The flare is now ready for use.
20. Bend the new brake pipe in order to match the
old pipe. Use a tube bender.
• Maintain a minimum clearance of 19 mm
(0.750 in) from all moving components, unless
the brake pipe is clipped to the component.
• Maintain a minimum clearance of 13 mm
(0.50 in) from all vibrating components, unless
the brake pipe is clipped to the component.
• For armor wrapped pipe, contact is permissible
if there is no relative movement between the
pipe and the contact surface.
Brake Hose Inspection
Inspect the brake hoses and the brake pipes at least
two times a year for the following problems:
• Check the outer cover for road damage.
• Check for fluid leaks.
• Check for damage at the brake hose and pipe
connections.
• Check that all hose and pipe mounting hardware
is securely in place. Repair the mounting
hardware as needed.
• Make sure all mounting hardware is in place and
secure.
• Replace or repair any parts as necessary.
Hydraulic Brakes 5~37
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