Brake Hose and Line Inspection

Inspect the brake hoses for damage, deterioration, leaks, interference, and twisting.
Check the brake lines for damage, rusting, and leaks. Also check for bent brake lines.
Check for leaks at hose and line joints and connections, and retighten if necessary.

Check the master cylinder and the VSA modulator-control unit for damage and leaks.

Connection Point	Component	Connected to	Specified Torque	Note
A	Front brake caliper	Brake hose	34 N.m (3.5 kgf.m, 25 lbf.ft)	Banjo bolt
A	Front brake caliper	Bleed screw	8 N.m (0.8 kgf.m, 6 lbf.ft)
B	Rear brake caliper	Brake hose	34 N.m (3.5 kgf.m, 25 lbf.ft)	Banjo bolt
B	Rear brake caliper	Bleed screw	8 N.m (0.8 kgf.m, 6 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 (12 mm nut)	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

Fig 1: Brake Hose And Line Locations

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Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.