Brake Hose Inspection

The hydraulic brake hoses should be inspected at least twice a year. Brake hose assembly should be checked for road hazard damage, cracks, chafing of outer cover, and for leaks or blisters. Inspect hoses for proper routing and mounting. A brake hose that rubs on a suspension component will wear and eventually fail. A light and a mirror may be needed for an adequate inspection. If any of above conditions are observed on brake hose, adjust or replace hose as necessary.

1. Position transaxle in NEUTRAL and raise vehicle. To preserve wheel balance, mark relative positions of wheel and hub, and remove front wheel. Fasten brake rotor to wheel hub with two wheel nuts.
2. Mount a dial indicator on brake caliper. Place indicator tip approximately 10 mm (.39") from outer edge of brake rotor, perpendicular to disc and under slight preload. Observe indicator gauge while rotating rotor. After measuring is completed, remove dial indicator and wheel nuts.
3. If necessary, refinish rotor with precision equipment. Measure runout again after refinishing. If runout exceeds .10 mm (.004") after refinishing, rotor should be replaced. Align marks that were made before wheel removal, and install front wheel. Lower vehicle.