Kia Picanto: Brake System / Brake Line

Kia Picanto JA 2017-2025 Service & Repair Manual / Brake System / Brake System / Brake Line

Components and components location

Components

Repair procedures

Removal

1.	Remove the brake fluid level sensor connector.

Remove the brake fluid from the master cylinder reservoir 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 front/rear wheel tire (A).

Tightening torque:

107.9 - 127.5 N·m (11.0 - 13.0 kgf·m, 79.6 - 94.0 lb·ft)

[Front]

[Rear]

4.	Disconnect the brake tube by loosening the tube flare nut (A).

Remove the brake hose clip (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 tube by loosening the tube flare nut (A).

Remove the brake hose clip (B).

Tightening torque:

12.7 - 16.7 N·m (1.3 - 1.7 kgf·m, 9.4 - 12.3 lb·ft)

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 - "Brake System")

3.	Check the spilled brake oil.

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