How to change brake hoses?

The shape of the rubber hose, which is an integral part of the brake system, allows it to supply brake fluid to the brake system. Brake pads и stirrups... Then they have to put pressure on brake discs or drum brakes. Without this equipment, it can adversely affect the braking of your vehicle because the pressure will be less important and the braking performance will deteriorate. The braking distance can increase significantly and endanger you and other road users. In this article, we invite you to follow our guide to replacing front and rear brake hoses yourself.

Required material:

Protective gloves

Toolbox

Tire iron

4 new brake hoses

Pelvis

Pump

Penetrating oil bottle

Brake fluid can

Step 1. Drain the brake fluid as much as possible.

To access the brake fluid reservoir, lift the hood of the vehicle. Use a pump to drain as much brake fluid as possible and place it in the basin.

Step 2: disassemble the wheels

You must dismantle the parts of the wheel that are tires and Rims. There is tire lever manual or automatic for easy disassembly.

Step 3: Remove the used hoses

Place a bowl on the ground to collect the rest of the brake fluid present in the circuit. Always start by removing the top of the brake hoses and then work your way down to the part that is attached to the calipers. If the bolt is difficult to loosen, use a penetrating oil.

Assemble the anti-friction plastic piece attached to the hose. It prevents friction between the hose and the body or even the wheel of your car, which could damage the hose.

Step 4: install new hoses

Attach the anti-friction pads to the new hoses, then install them starting with the caliper. Replace the caliper mounting bolts. Then it is necessary to fix the upper part of the flexible semi-rigid pipe in the steel lintel.

Step 5: Remove air from the brake circuit.

Then it is necessary to drain the brake fluid, and then add new brake fluid to the reservoir provided for this.

Step 6: put the wheels back in place.

Finally, reassemble the wheels when finished bleeding the brake circuit.

Replacing brake hoses is an operation that requires good knowledge of automotive mechanics. If you have the impression that the brake hoses are too worn, do not try to change them yourself, even if the operation seems too difficult for you. Instead, choose a reliable garage mechanic by finding the one closest to you and at the best price with our online garage comparator!