Brake Hose and Line Inspection
1. Brake Hose and Line - Inspect
1.
Inspect the brake hoses for damage, deterioration, leaks, interference, and twisting.
2.
Check the brake lines for damage, rusting, and leaks. Also check for bent brake lines.
3.
Check for leaks at hose and line joints and connections, and retighten if necessary.
4.
Check the master cylinder and the VSA modulator-control unit for damage and leaks.
Connection Point
Component
Connected to
Specified Torque Value
Note
A
Front brake caliper
Brake hose
35 N·m (3.6 kgf·m, 26 lbf·ft)
Banjo bolt
Bleed screw
(NISSIN type)
8.5 N·m (0.87 kgf·m, 6.3 lbf·ft)
  
Bleed screw
(AKEBONO type)
8.4 N·m (0.86 kgf·m, 6.2 lbf·ft)
  
B
Rear brake caliper
Brake hose
35 N·m (3.6 kgf·m, 26 lbf·ft)
Banjo bolt
Bleed screw
8.5 N·m (0.87 kgf·m, 6.3 lbf·ft)
  
C
Brake hose
Brake line
15 N·m (1.5 kgf·m, 11 lbf·ft)
Flare nut
D
Master cylinder
Brake line
22 N·m (2.2 kgf·m, 16 lbf·ft)
Flare nut
E
VSA modulator-control unit
Brake line
(10 mm nut)
15 N·m (1.5 kgf·m, 11 lbf·ft)
Flare nut
Brake line
(12 mm nut)
22 N·m (2.2 kgf·m, 16 lbf·ft)