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 Honda Element EX, 2.4 YH2FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Torque Specifications - General: Brakes
BRAKES SPECIFICATIONS CHART
| Location | Item | Remark | Torque |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conventional brake | Front brake caliper bolts | 34 N.m (3.5 kgf.m, 25 lbf.ft) | |
| Front brake caliper bracket bolts | 108 N.m (11.0 kgf.m, 80 lbf.ft) | ||
| Front brake hose bracket bolt | 22 N.m (2.2 kgf.m, 16 lbf.ft) | ||
| Front brake hose banjo bolt | Use new washers | 34 N.m (3.5 kgf.m, 25 lbf.ft) | |
| Rear brake caliper bolts | 23 N.m (2.3 kgf.m, 17 lbf.ft) | ||
| Rear brake caliper bracket bolts | 55 N.m (5.6 kgf.m, 41 lbf.ft) | ||
| Rear brake hose bracket bolt | 22 N.m (2.2 kgf.m, 16 lbf.ft) | ||
| Rear brake hose banjo bolt | Use new washers | 34 N.m (3.5 kgf.m, 25 lbf.ft) | |
| Master cylinder nuts | 15 N.m (1.5 kgf.m, 11 lbf.ft) | ||
| Master cylinder brake line | 22 N.m (2.2 kgf.m, 16 lbf.ft) | ||
| Brake booster nuts | 13 N.m (1.3 kgf.m, 9.4 lbf.ft) | ||
| Brake pedal assembly nuts | 13 N.m (1.3 kgf.m, 9.4 lbf.ft) | ||
| Brake pedal assembly bolts | 22 N.m (2.2 kgf.m, 16 lbf.ft) | ||
| Parking brake lever bolts (except SC model) | 22 N.m (2.2 kgf.m, 16 lbf.ft) | ||
| Parking brake lever bolts (8mm) (SC model) | 22 N.m (2.2 kgf.m, 16 lbf.ft) | ||
| Parking brake cable bolts (8mm) (SC model) | 23 N.m (2.3 kgf.m, 17 lbf.ft) | ||
| Equalizer cover 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.