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Brake Hose Replacement: Rear

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Honda Fit, 2012 Honda Fit, 2011 Honda Fit, 2010 Honda Fit, and 2009 Honda Fit. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Raise and support the vehicle (see LIFT AND SUPPORT POINTS ).
  2. Remove the rear wheel.
  3. Disconnect the brake hose (A) from the brake line (B) using a 10 mm flare-nut wrench (C).
    Fig 1: Identifying Brake Hose, Brake Line & Flare-Nut Wrench
    G05959226Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Remove and discard the brake hose clips (A) from the brake hose (B).
    Fig 2: Identifying Brake Hose Clips, Brake Hose & Bracket
    G05959227Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  5. Remove the brake hose from the brake hose bracket (C).
  6. Insert the brake hose (A) through the brake hose bracket (B).
    Fig 3: Identifying Brake Hose & Brake Hose Bracket
    G05959228Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  7. Connect the brake line (A) to the brake hose (B) loosely.
    Fig 4: Brake Line, Brake Hose & Clips With Torque Specifications
    G05959229Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  8. Install the new brake hose clips (C) on the brake hose.
  9. Tighten the 10 mm flare nut (D) to the specified torque values.
  10. After installing the brake hose, bleed the brake system (see BRAKE SYSTEM BLEEDING  ).
  11. 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.
  12. Clean the mating surfaces of the brake drum and the inside of the wheel, then install the rear wheel.