Honda Civic Service Manual: Brake Hose and Line Inspection (Natural Gas models)

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Inspection

1.	Brake Hose and Line - Inspection (Natural Gas Model)

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 leaks.

Connection Point	Component	Connected to	Specified Torque Value	Note
A	Front brake caliper	Brake hose	35 N·m (3.6 kgf·m, 26 lbf·ft)	Banjo bolt
A	Front brake caliper	Bleed screw	8.5 N·m (0.87 kgf·m, 6.3 lbf·ft)
B	Rear wheel cylinder	Brake line	15 N·m (1.5 kgf·m, 11 lbf·ft)	Flare nut
B	Rear wheel cylinder	Bleed screw	6.9 N·m (0.70 kgf·m, 5.1 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
E	VSA modulator-control unit	Brake line (12 mm nut)	22 N·m (2.2 kgf·m, 16 lbf·ft)	Flare nut
F	4-way joint	Brake line	15 N·m (1.5 kgf·m, 11 lbf·ft)	Flare nut

1. Vehicle Lift 1. Raise the vehicle on a lift, and make sure it is securely supported. 2. ...

1. Vehicle Lift 1. Raise the vehicle on a lift, and make sure it is securely supported. 2. ...