Brake Hose and Line Inspection
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- 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.BRAKE HOSE AND LINE INSPECTION REFERENCE CHART
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 9.0 N.m (0.9 kgf.m, 7.0 lbf.ft) B Rear brake caliper Brake hose 34 N.m (3.5 kgf.m, 25 lbf.ft) Banjo bolt Bleed 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 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