Brake Hose and Line Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Acura TL, 2010 Acura TL, and 2009 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 the VSA modulator-control unit for damage and leaksCOMPONENT TORQUE SPECIFICATION
Connection Point Component Connected to Specified Torque Value Note A Front brake call per Brake hose 35 N m (3 6 kgf m, 26 lbf ft) Banjo bolt Bleed screw 8 N m (0 8 kqf m, 6 lbf ft) B Rear brake caliper Brake hose 35 N m (3 6 kgf m, 26 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 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 Brake line (12 mm nut) 22 N m (2 2 kgf m, 16 lbf ft)