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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2014OUTBACK 2.5I, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)BRAKESMECHANICAL - HYDRAULICBRAKE SYSTEMBRAKE HOSEINSTALLATIONFRONT BRAKE HOSE
2014 Subaru Outback 2.5i, Standard Trans
Front Brake Hose
2014 Subaru Outback 2.5i, Standard TransSECTION Front Brake Hose
- Secure the brake hose to strut mount.
Tightening torque:
Brake hose: 33 N.m (3.36 kgf-m, 24.3 ft-lb)
- Connect the brake hose to the front caliper body using a new gasket.
Tightening torque:
Union bolt: 18 N.m (1.84 kgf-m, 13.3 ft-lb)
- Position the disc in straight position and route the brake hose through the hole in the bracket on the wheel apron side.CAUTION: Do not twist the brake hose.
- Temporarily tighten the flare nut which connects brake pipe and hose.
- Secure the brake hose to wheel apron bracket with clamp.
- Tighten the flare nut to the specified torque.
Tightening torque:
Brake pipe flare nut: 15 N.m (1.53 kgf-m, 11.1 ft-lb)
- Bleed air from the brake system. Refer to PROCEDURE .
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.