Brake Hose/Line: Service Precautions
BRAKE SYSTEM (OTHER): BRAKE LINE: PRECAUTION; 2013 MY FR-S [03/2012 -]
1. TROUBLESHOOTING PRECAUTION
NOTICE:
* Since the brake lines are classified as critical safety related parts, be sure to disassemble and inspect the components if a brake fluid leak is found. If any abnormality is found, replace the component with a new one.
* When removing brake components, cover the brake line connections to prevent foreign matter, such as dust or dirt, from entering the lines.
* Do not damage or deform the brake lines when removing or installing them.
* Do not deform the bracket and the body when connecting a brake line and flexible hose.
* When installing a brake tube grommet to the body, make sure that the brake line passes through the center of the grommet.
* When installing a brake line or flexible hose, make sure that it is free from twists or bends.
* If the cap of a flexible hose does not match the groove on the bracket, twist the hose slightly to insert it.
* Flexible hoses must be free from shock absorber oil, grease, etc.
* When installing a brake line to a plastic clamp, make sure that the brake line is not loose or pinched.
* Do not reuse any clips or plastic clamps removed from a flexible hose or brake line.
* After installing a brake line or flexible hose, make sure that it does not interfere with any other components.
* Do not allow brake fluid to adhere to any painted surface such as the vehicle body. If brake fluid leaks onto any painted surface, immediately wash it off.
* When disconnecting and connecting a flexible hose and brake line:
(1) Hold the flexible hose with a wrench and disconnect the brake line with a union nut wrench without deforming the line.
(2) Remove the clip.
(3) Install a new clip.
(4) Hold the flexible hose with a wrench and connect the brake line with a union nut wrench without deforming the line.
Torque:
15 N*m (153 kgf*cm, 11 ft.*lbf)
* When connecting a brake line and way:
(1) Support the way to prevent deformation of the brake tube and connect the brake tube to the way with a union nut wrench.
Torque:
15 N*m (153 kgf*cm, 11 ft.*lbf)
(2) Support the way to prevent deformation of the brake tube and install the bolt to fix the way to the body.
Torque:
18 N*m (184 kgf*cm, 13 ft.*lbf)