Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2011 Acura MDXFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Torque Specifications - General: Brakes
BRAKES SPECIFICATIONS CHART
| Location | Item | Remark | Torque |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conventional brake | Front brake caliper bolts | 72 N.m (7.3 kgf.m, 53 lbf.ft) | |
| Front brake caliper bracket bolts | 137 N.m (14.0 kgf.m, 101 lbf.ft) | ||
| Front brake hose banjo bolt | Use new washers | 34 N.m (3.5 kgf.m, 25 lbf.ft) | |
| Rear brake caliper bolts | 37 N.m (3.8 kgf.m, 27 lbf.ft) | ||
| Rear brake caliper bracket bolts | 88 N.m (9.0 kgf.m, 65 lbf.ft) | ||
| Rear brake hose banjo bolt | Use new washers | 34 N.m (3.5 kgf.m, 25 lbf.ft) | |
| Backing plate nuts | 98.1 N.m (10.0 kgf.m, 72.3 lbf.ft) | ||
| Master cylinder nuts | 13 N.m (1.3 kgf.m, 9.4 lbf.ft) | ||
| Master cylinder brake line | 22 N.m (2.2 kgf.m, 16 lbf.ft) | ||
| Brake booster/Brake pedal nuts | 13 N.m (1.3 kgf.m, 9.4 lbf.ft) | ||
| Brake pedal bracket bolt | 22 N.m (2.2 kgf.m, 16 lbf.ft) | ||
| Parking brake pedal bolt | 22 N.m (2.2 kgf.m, 16 lbf.ft) | ||
| Parking brake pedal nuts | 22 N.m (2.2 kgf.m, 16 lbf.ft) | ||
| Parking brake release lever bolt | 22 N.m (2.2 kgf.m, 16 lbf.ft) | ||
| Parking brake cable bolts | 22 N.m (2.2 kgf.m, 16 lbf.ft) | ||
| Parking brake cable nuts | 22 N.m (2.2 kgf.m, 16 lbf.ft) | ||
| Parking brake cable bracket bolts | 22 N.m (2.2 kgf.m, 16 lbf.ft) | ||
| VSA | VSA modulator control unit brake line (10 mm) | 15 N.m (1.5 kgf.m, 11 lbf.ft) | |
| VSA modulator control unit brake line (12 mm) | 22 N.m (2.2 kgf.m, 16 lbf.ft) |
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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