How to Replace a Brake Hose

PARTS AND TOOLS

Parts needed: Suggest Parts

Brake Fluid Brake Hose

Tools needed: Suggest Tools

Screwdriver Drain Pan

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Supplies needed:

Brake Cleaner

Estimated Costs:

DIY Costs
Est. $98.00 parts only Shop Costs
Est. $262.73 in parts and labor

Costs are based on averages for all vehicles.

Guide Steps

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Park your vehicle on a solid level surface. Set the parking brake and chock the rear wheels. edit step - submit photo

Loosen the front wheel lug nuts but do not remove. Using a floor jack, lift up the front of your vehicle and support it with jack stands. edit step - submit photo

Remove the front wheels and set them aside. Locate the brake hoses attached to the brake calipers. edit step - submit photo

Place a drain pan under the brake hose. Remove the brake hose from the metal brake line at the frame. edit step - submit photo

Plug the metal brake line to prevent brake fluid seepage. edit step - submit photo

Remove the banjo bolt holding the brake hose to the caliper. Remove the brake hose. Discard the copper washers. edit step - submit photo

Attach the new brake hose to the caliper using new copper washers. Tighten the banjo bolt to the manufacturer's specifications. edit step - submit photo

Remove the plug and attach the new brake hose to the metal brake line. Tighten the fitting. edit step - submit photo

Fill the master cylinder reservoir with new brake fluid. edit step - submit photo

Bleed the brake system. edit step - submit photo

Top off the master cylinder reservoir with new fluid. edit step - submit photo

Inspect the brake system for leaks. Road test the vehicle to verify the repair. edit step - submit photo

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