Brake Hose and Line: Inspection
- 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 8.4 N.m (0.86 kgf.m, 6.2 lbf.ft) B Rear brake caliper Brake line 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) F 4-way joint Brake line 15 N.m (1.5 kgf.m, 11 lbf.ft) Flare nut