and flare. The replacement length of brake line is carefully bent to conform to the shape of
the original brake line.
One of the major causes of brake line replacement is twisting off or otherwise damaging a
piece of brake line when replacing other components. For example, when replacing a rear
wheel cylinder, if the brake line is rusted, loosening the brake line fitting backs the fitting
over rusted portions of the brake line. This binds up the fitting so it seizes on the brake
line. Continuing to loosen the brake line fitting usually results in snapping off the brake line,
requiring replacement of that section of brake line. Many technicians take the time to
polish off any rust and corrosion from the brake line next to the fitting, using fine emery
cloth or crocus cloth, then using a penetrating oil to loosen the brake line fitting. The time
spent cleaning the brake line before attempting to loosen the fitting pays off by saving the
original brake line.
Another condition requiring brake line replacement is when the fittings are damaged. This
is almost always caused by using the wrong wrench. Brake line wrenches (sometimes
called Flare Nut Wrenches) should be used. These wrenches wrap around the fitting,
grasping it on five of the six wrench flats on the fitting. This reduces (but doesn't eliminate)
the chance of rounding off the fitting's corners so that it cannot be removed, or, if removed,
cannot be adequately tightened at installation. Brake line wrenches are available at most
auto supply stores, in both standard and metric sizes.
Brake hoses are used to carry the brake fluid to parts that are in motion, mainly the front
and rear brakes which move with the independent suspension. Generally, brake hoses
give little trouble but should be inspected at least twice a year. Check the brake hoses for
road hazard damage, crack, chafing of the outer cover, leaks, blisters and for proper
routing and mounting. A light and mirror may be needed for an adequate inspection. If any
of these conditions are found, it will be necessary to replace the brake hose.
NOTE:
Never allow components to hang from the flexible brake hoses as damage to the
hoses may occur. Some brake hoses have protective rings or covers to prevent direct
contact of the hose with other chassis parts. Besides causing possible structural damage
to the hose, excessive tension could cause the hose rings to move out of proper locations.
Summary of Contents for TrailBlazer
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Page 26: ...Fig 3 Typical body and undervehicle maintenance locations Refer to chart for descriptions ...
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Page 175: ...Spring free length check Valve spring squareness check ...
Page 192: ...Front of piston mark ...
Page 361: ...5 3L Engine Except Saab Underhood Fuse Block 2003 2005 Early Production ...
Page 469: ...Removing the outer band from the CV boot Removing the inner band from the CV boot ...
Page 470: ...Removing the CV boot from the joint housing Clean the CV joint housing prior to removing boot ...
Page 471: ...Removing the CV joint housing assembly Removing the CV joint ...
Page 472: ...Inspecting the CV joint housing Removing the CV joint outer snap ring ...
Page 473: ...Checking the CV joint snap ring for wear CV joint snap ring typical ...
Page 474: ...Removing the CV joint assembly Removing the CV joint inner snap ring ...
Page 475: ...Installing the CV joint assembly typical ...
Page 553: ...9 Torque the lug nuts to specification 10 Lower the vehicle ...
Page 556: ...Toe in Frame Misalignment Frame misalignment ...
Page 588: ...Bleeding caliper ...
Page 624: ...Manifold gauge set components Refrigerant recovery recycling station ...
Page 676: ...A C Specifications ...
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