Brake Hose and Line Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Acura TL and 2007 Acura TL. 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 VSA modulator-control unit for damage and leaks.TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATION
Connection Point Component Connected to Specified Torque Value Note A Front brake caliper (Except Type-S model) Brake hose 34 N.m (3.5 kgf.m, 25 lbf.ft) Banjo bolt Bleed screw 9 N.m (0.9 kgf.m, 7 lbf.ft) Front brake caliper (Type-S model: 4-piston caliper type) Brake line 15 N.m (1.5 kgf.m, 11 lbf.ft) Flare nut Bleed screw 20 N.m (2.0 kgf.m, 14 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, 7 lbf-ft) C Brake hose Brake line 15 N.m (1.5 kgf.m, 11 lbf.ft) Flare nut D Master cylinder Brake line (12 mm nut) 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 4-way joint Brake line 15 N.m (1.5 kgf.m, 11 lbf.ft) Flare nut