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avid brake hose length adjustment
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For models with a compression nut and a hex hose stop:
While continuing to push the hose into the hose stop, use an
11 mm open end wrench to hold the hose stop in place and use
an 8 mm flare nut wrench to tighten the compression nut to
the proper torque.
For models with a compression nut only: While continuing
to push the hose into the lever body, use an 8 mm flare nut
wrench to tighten the compression nut to the proper torque.
· If your compression fitting is alloy, tighten to 5 N·m (47 in-lb).
· If your compression fitting is steel, tighten to 7.8 N·m (70 in-lb)
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Slide the boot back into place.
Cutting the hose introduces a small amount of air into the system, so at this point it is necessary to bleed the brakes for optimal
performance. See the next section, “ Avid Brake Bleed Procedure” for instructions.
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