Acura 3.5 RL Manual page 783

Inspection
Brake System Rubber Parts and Brake Booster
'96-99 models:
Brake Hoses
Visually check for damage or signs
of fluid leakage. Replace the brake
hose with a new one if it is damaged
or leaking.
Master Cylinder Cup and Dust Seal
Check brake operation by applying the brakes.
Visually check for damage or signs of fluid
leakage. Replace the master cylinder as an
assembly if the pedal does not work properly
or if there is damage or signs of fluid leakage.
Check for a difference in brake pedal stroke
between quick and slow brake applications.
Replace the master cylinder if there is a
difference in pedal stroke.
Caliper Piston Seal and Piston Boots
Check brake operation by applying the brake.
Visually check for damage or signs of fluid
leakage. If the pedal does not operate properly,
the brakes drag, or there is damage or signs of
fluid leakage, disassemble and inspect the
brake caliper. Replace the boots and seals with
new ones whenever the brake caliper is disassembled.
Brake Booster
Check brake operation by applying the brakes.
If the brakes do not work properly, check the
brake booster. Replace the brake booster as an
assembly if it does not work properly or if there
are signs of leakage.
'00 - 01 models (USA):