Brake Hose and Line Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Honda Pilot, 2007 Honda Pilot, and 2006 Honda Pilot. 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.NOTE: Replace the brake hose clip whenever the brake hose is serviced.BRAKE HOSE COMPONENT TORQUE VALUE SPECIFICATIONS
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 Bleeder screw 8.0 N.m (0.8 kgf.m, 6.0 lbf.ft) B Rear brake caliper Brake hose 34 N.m (3.5 kgf.m, 25 lbf.ft) Banjo bolt Bleeder screw 9.0 N.m (0.9 kgf.m, 6.5 lbf.ft) C Brake hose Brake line 15 N.m (1.5 kgf.m, 11 lbf.ft) Flare nut D Master cylinder Brake line 30 N.m (3.1 kgf.m, 22 lbf.ft) Flare nut E VSA modulator-control unit Brake line (14 mm nut) 30 N.m (3.1 kgf.m, 22 lbf.ft) Flare nut Brake line (10 mm nut) 15 N.m (1.5 kgf.m, 11 lbf.ft) Flare nut