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Brake Hose and Line Inspection

  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.
    BRAKE HOSE AND LINE INSPECTION CHART

    Connection Point Component Connected to Specified Torque Note
    A Front 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)  
    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)
    Fig 1: Inspecting Brake Hose And Line
    G06953155Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
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