Brake Hose Replacement: Front

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Honda Insight and 2010 Honda Insight. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Raise and support vehicle.
Remove the front wheel.
Disconnect the brake line (A) from the brake hose (B), then remove the brake hose bracket (C).

Fig 1: Identifying Brake Line From Brake Hose
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Remove the banjo bolt (A), and disconnect the brake hose (B) from the caliper.

Fig 2: Identifying Banjo Bolt And Brake Hose
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Remove the brake hose mounting bolt (C), then remove the brake hose.
Install the brake hose (A) with the mounting bolt (B).

Fig 3: Brake Hose With Mounting Bolt With Torque Specifications
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Connect the brake hose to the caliper with the banjo bolt (C) and new sealing washers (D).
Install the brake hose bracket (A) to the body, then connect the brake line (B). Do not twist the brake hose.

Fig 4: Brake Hose Bracket And Brake Line With Torque Specifications
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After installing the brake hose, bleed the brake system (see BRAKE SYSTEM BLEEDING ).
Do the following checks:
- Check the brake hose and line joint for leaks, and tighten if necessary.
- Check the brake hoses for interference and twisting.
Clean the mating surfaces of the brake disc and the inside of the wheel, then install the front wheel.