Brake Hose and Line Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Acura MDX, 2012 Acura MDX, 2011 Acura MDX, and 2010 Acura MDX. 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 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 Bleed screw 9 N.m (0.9 kgf.m, 6 lbf.ft) B Rear brake caliper Brake hose 34 N.m (3.5 kgf.m, 25 lbf.ft) Banjo bolt Bleed screw 9 N.m (0.9 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 Brake line (10 mm nut) 15 N.m (1.5 kgf.m, 11 lbf.ft) Flare nut F Brake fluid pressure sensor (equipped with ACC) Brake line (10 mm nut) 15 N.m (1.5 kgf.m, 11 lbf.ft) Flare nut