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Brake Piping And Hose: Inspection

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CAUTION: If leakage occurs around hose and tube connections, retighten or, if necessary, replace damaged parts.
  1. Check brake lines (tubes and hoses) for leaks, cracks, distortion, deformation, without interfering with other parts or loosening connecting parts, deterioration or other damage. Replace any damaged parts.
  2. Apply a stepping force of 784 N (80 kg-f, 176 lb-f) to the brake pedal with the engine running and keep it for about 5 seconds, then check each part for leaks.
    Fig 1: Identifying Brake Lines For Leaks
    G04878188Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.