Rear Wheel Cylinder Replacement

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.

NOTE:

Do not spill brake fluid on the vehicle; it may damage the paint. If brake fluid does contact the paint, wash it off immediately with water.
To prevent spills, cover the hose joints with rags or shop towels.

Remove the brake shoes (see REAR BRAKE DRUM REPLACEMENT ).
Disconnect the brake line (A) from the wheel cylinder (B).

Fig 1: Brake Line With Torque Specifications From Wheel Cylinder
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Remove the bolts (C) and the wheel cylinder from the backing plate.
Apply Cemedine 366E sealant or equivalent between the wheel cylinder and backing plate (D), and install the wheel cylinder, then connect the brake line.
Install the brake shoes (see REASSEMBLY ).
Bleed the brake system (see BRAKE SYSTEM BLEEDING ).
Do the parking brake inspection and adjustment (see PARKING BRAKE INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT ).
Spin the wheels to check for brake drag.
After installation, check for leaks at hose and line joints or connections, and retighten if necessary. Test-drive the vehicle, then check for leaks (see BRAKE HOSE AND LINE INSPECTION ).