Brake Hose and Line Inspection

1.Inspect the brake hoses for damage, deterioration, leaks, interference, and twisting.

2.Check the brake lines for damage, rusting, and leaks. Also check for bent brake lines.

3.Check for leaks at hose and line joints and connections, and retighten if necessary.

4.Check the master cylinder and ABS or VSA modulator-control unit for damage and leaks.

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 9.8 N·m (1.0 kgf·m, 7.2 lbf·ft)  
B Rear brake caliper Brake hose 34 N·m (3.5 kgf·m, 25 lbf·ft) Banjo bolt 
Bleed screw 9.8 N·m (1.0 kgf·m, 7.2 lbf·ft)  
C Brake hose Brake line 15 N·m (1.5 kgf·m, 11 lbf·ft) Flare nut 
D Master cylinder (ABS) Brake line 15 N·m (1.5 kgf·m, 11 lbf·ft) Flare nut 
Master cylinder (VSA) 22 N·m (2.2 kgf·m, 16 lbf·ft) 
E ABS modulator-control unit Brake line 15 N·m (1.5 kgf·m, 11 lbf·ft) Flare nut 
VSA modulator-control unit Brake line
(12 mm nut) 		22 N·m (2.2 kgf·m, 16 lbf·ft) 
Brake line
(10 mm nut) 		15 N·m (1.5 kgf·m, 11 lbf·ft) 


NOTE: The illustration shows RHD type, LHD type is symmetrical.