Acura TSX / Honda Accord CL. Manual — part 262

BRAKE HOSE

Removal

1. Replace the brake hose "A" if the hose is twisted, cracked, or leaks. See Fig. 21 . Disconnect the brake

hose from the brake line "B" using a 10 mm flare nut wrench "C".

2. Remove and discard the hose clip "A" from the brake hose "B". Remove the banjo bolt "C", and remove

the brake hose from the caliper. Remove bolts "D", and remove the brake hose brackets from the damper.
See Fig. 22 .

CAUTION: Avoid spilling brake fluid on car, as it will damage paint. If brake fluid

contacts paint, immediately flush with water. To prevent dripping, cover
disconnected line joints with rags or shop towels. Before reassembling,
check that all parts are free of dust and other foreign particles. Replace
parts with new ones whenever instructed to do so.

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2004 BRAKES Disc - TSX

Fig. 21: Identifying Brake Hose & Brake Line
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

2004 Acura TSX

2004 BRAKES Disc - TSX

Fig. 22: Removing Brake Hose
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

2004 Acura TSX

2004 BRAKES Disc - TSX

Installation

1. Install the brake hose bracket "A" on the damper with the bolts "B" first, then connect the brake hose to

the caliper with the banjo bolt "C" and new sealing washers "D". See Fig. 23 .

2. Install the hose "A" onto the upper hose bracket "B" with a new hose clip "C, and connect brake line "D"

to brake hose. See Fig. 24 . After installing the brake hose, bleed the brake system. See BLEEDING
BRAKE SYSTEM .

3. Check the brake hose and line joint for leaks, and tighten if necessary. Check the brake hoses for

interference and twisting.

2004 Acura TSX

2004 BRAKES Disc - TSX