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Raybestos BH38985 Brake Hydraulic Hose - Front
| Brand | Raybestos BH38985 |
|---|---|
| Position | Front |
| Bracket Included | No |
| Fitting Type, End 1 | Female Thread - SAE |
| Fitting Type, End 2 | Banjo |
| Gasket Or Seal Included | Yes |
| Hose Length, Overall | 19.300 |
| Product line | Element3 |
| Fits | Chevrolet, Suzuki, Pontiac, and Geo · 38 vehicles |
OE direct replacement. Brake hydraulic hose with SAE female-thread and banjo fittings.
Gasket or seal included for a more complete installation.
19.3-inch overall length for the correct hydraulic connection.
Cross-references Centric Parts 150.48021, Dorman - First Stop H38985 and Wagner Brake BH124574 for the same application. See all 13.
Raybestos Element3 Brake Hydraulic Hose BH38985
Raybestos Element3 BH38985 is a front brake hydraulic hose built for direct replacement on select Chevrolet Metro, Suzuki Swift, Pontiac Firefly, and Geo Metro applications. It features a 19.300-inch overall length, a female thread SAE fitting on one end, and a banjo fitting on the other for the specified front brake routing.
Key Features
- Brake hydraulic hose for front brake service
- 19.300-inch overall hose length
- Female thread - SAE fitting at end 1
- Banjo fitting at end 2
- Gasket or seal included
- No bracket included
- Raybestos Element3 product line
Element3 Product Line
The Raybestos Element3 line focuses on replacement brake components for common passenger vehicle applications. BH38985 follows the fitment and connection style needed for front brake hose replacement on select compact cars, including Chevrolet Metro, Suzuki Swift, Pontiac Firefly, and Geo Metro models.
Detailed Description
Use Raybestos BH38985 when replacing a worn, leaking, or damaged front brake hose on 1998-2001 Chevrolet Metro, 1990-2001 Suzuki Swift, 1995-2000 Pontiac Firefly, and 1992-1997 Geo Metro models. This hose is built with the listed end fittings and overall length to match the original brake line routing for the covered applications. This part cross-references Dorman - First Stop H38985 for the same application.
What It Helps Address
- Brake fluid seepage at the hose connection
- Cracked or aged rubber brake hose material
- Restricted brake fluid flow from hose collapse
- Soft or inconsistent brake pedal feel caused by hose deterioration
- Front brake hose replacement during brake system repair
Installation Notes
Confirm the vehicle’s front brake hose routing, fitting style, and length before installation. Match the female thread SAE end and banjo end to the original connection points, and replace any sealing surfaces as needed during service. Verify that the hose is positioned without twist or tension after installation.
Quality Assurance
Raybestos brake components are engineered for replacement use in specified vehicle applications. BH38985 is listed with direct fitment data for the covered models and includes a gasket or seal for the connection specified in the product data.
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Body Type | # Doors | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Chevrolet | Metro | — | — | — | Front | Element3 |
| 2001 | Suzuki | Swift | — | — | — | Front | Element3 |
| 2000 | Chevrolet | Metro | — | — | — | Front | Element3 |
| 2000 | Pontiac | Firefly | — | — | — | Front | Element3 |
| 2000 | Suzuki | Swift | — | — | — | Front | Element3 |
| 1999 | Chevrolet | Metro | — | — | — | Front | Element3 |
| 1999 | Pontiac | Firefly | — | — | — | Front | Element3 |
| 1999 | Suzuki | Swift | — | — | — | Front | Element3 |
| 1998 | Chevrolet | Metro | — | — | — | Front | Element3 |
| 1998 | Pontiac | Firefly | — | — | — | Front | Element3 |
| 1998 | Suzuki | Swift | — | — | — | Front | Element3 |
| 1997 | Geo | Metro | — | — | — | Front | Element3 |
| 1997 | Pontiac | Firefly | — | — | — | Front | Element3 |
| 1997 | Suzuki | Swift | — | — | — | Front | Element3 |
| 1996 | Geo | Metro | — | — | — | Front | Element3 |
| 1996 | Pontiac | Firefly | — | — | — | Front | Element3 |
| 1996 | Suzuki | Swift | — | — | — | Front | Element3 |
| 1995 | Geo | Metro | — | — | — | Front | Element3 |
| 1995 | Pontiac | Firefly | — | — | — | Front | Element3 |
| 1995 | Suzuki | Swift | — | — | — | Front | Element3 |
| 1994 | Geo | Metro | — | — | — | Front | Element3 |
| 1994 | Suzuki | Swift | GA | Sedan | 4 Door | Front | Element3 |
| 1994 | Suzuki | Swift | GS | Sedan | 4 Door | Front | Element3 |
| 1994 | Suzuki | Swift | GT | — | — | Front | Element3 |
| 1993 | Geo | Metro | — | — | — | Front | Element3 |
| 1993 | Suzuki | Swift | GA | Sedan | 4 Door | Front | Element3 |
| 1993 | Suzuki | Swift | GS | Sedan | 4 Door | Front | Element3 |
| 1993 | Suzuki | Swift | GT | — | — | Front | Element3 |
| 1992 | Geo | Metro | — | — | — | Front | Element3 |
| 1992 | Suzuki | Swift | GS | Sedan | 4 Door | Front | Element3 |
| 1992 | Suzuki | Swift | GA | Sedan | 4 Door | Front | Element3 |
| 1992 | Suzuki | Swift | GT | — | — | Front | Element3 |
| 1991 | Suzuki | Swift | GA | Sedan | 4 Door | Front | Element3 |
| 1991 | Suzuki | Swift | GS | Sedan | 4 Door | Front | Element3 |
| 1991 | Suzuki | Swift | GT | — | — | Front | Element3 |
| 1990 | Suzuki | Swift | GS | Sedan | 4 Door | Front | Element3 |
| 1990 | Suzuki | Swift | GA | Sedan | 4 Door | Front | Element3 |
| 1990 | Suzuki | Swift | GT | — | — | Front | Element3 |
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