Brake Hose and Line Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Honda Fit, 2012 Honda Fit, 2011 Honda Fit, 2010 Honda Fit, and 2009 Honda Fit. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- 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 ABS or VSA modulator-control unit for damage and leaks.BRAKE HOSE AND LINE INSPECTION TABLE
Connection Point Component Connected to Specified Torque Value Note A Front brake caliper Brake hose 34 N.m (3.5 kgf.m, 25 lbf.ft) Banjo bolt Bleed screw 8.5 N.m (0.87 kgf.m, 6.3 lbf.ft) - B Rear wheel cylinder Brake line 15 N.m (1.5 kgf.m, 11 lbf.ft) Flare nut Bleed screw 6.9 N.m (0.7 kgf.m, 5.1 lbf.ft) - C Brake hose. Brake line 15 N.m (1.5 kgf.m, 11 lbf.ft) Flare nut D Master cylinder (ABS) Brake line 15 N.m (1.5 kgf.m, 11 lbf.ft) Flare nut Master cylinder (VSA) 22 N.m (2.2 kgf.m, 16 lbf.ft) E ABS modulator-control unit Brake line 15 N.m (1.5 kgf.m, 11 lbf.ft) Flare nut VSA modulator-control unit Brake line (10 mm nut) 15 N.m (1.5 kgf.m, 11 lbf.ft) Brake line (12 mm nut) 22 N.m (2.2 kgf.m, 16 lbf.ft)