Brake Hose and Line Inspection

NOTE: Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations used in the procedure are for 4-door.

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
(Except Type-R)
Brake hose
35 N·m (3.6 kgf·m, 26 lbf·ft)
Banjo bolt
Bleed screw
(Except Si)
8.4 N·m (0.86 kgf·m, 6.2 lbf·ft)
  
Bleed screw
(Si)
8.5 N·m (0.87 kgf·m, 6.3 lbf·ft)
  
Front brake caliper
(Type-R)
Brake line
15 N·m (1.5 kgf·m, 11 lbf·ft)
Flare nut
Bleed screw
14 N·m (1.4 kgf·m, 10 lbf·ft)
  
B
Rear brake caliper
Brake hose
35 N·m (3.6 kgf·m, 26 lbf·ft)
Banjo bolt
Bleed screw
17 N·m (1.7 kgf·m, 13 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)