Wheel cylinders are leaking in the rear. Way to Repair?

Question

The wheel cylinders in the rear of my 1992 honda accord are leaking. How do you fix this and can I do the job? Is it a very hard job?

Answer 1

Wheel cylinders can be rebuilt, but it is much easier to replace them with new as they are not terribly expensive. I would rate this procedure as low to moderate difficulty, and if you have a basic understanding of motor vehicle repair, you should be able to. I would suggest a shop manual for your specific vehicle to help you along if you attempt it. They can be had for around twenty bucks.

Answer 2

Its not very hard to do.The easiest way is to replace the cylinder,they run about $20.00 dollars at a auto parts store.Or you can buy a kit for the cylinder,that will take much more time to install.Make sure to buy brake fluid as you will need to bleed the brakes after you are done And remember while bleeding brakes you all ways start with the closest wheel to the master cylinder,I hope this helps you,and good luck

Answer 3

If it is going to be your first time doing this , it can be time consuming not only that but it can be hard to make sure that all the springs are put back on properly. However make sure that they are changed quickly if it is your daily driver, why because that fluid is just going to leak and if it all leaks out you better hold on or use your emergency brakes. Been there done that.The best thing to do if you want to do it by yourself is to take both tires and drums off and do 1 side at a time.

Answer 4

they are made of aluminum and its just much easier to buy them and bolt new ones on. After you get them in place. open the bleeder valve on the back up top and leave it open until some brake fluid starts to seep out. close the fitting and go to the other side. repeat this until fluid comes out by gravity. close the valve and the have someone get in the car and pump the brake pedal and hold it down while you open each bleeder valve and let any trapped air out . do this twice and it should be good. Good luck.

Answer 5

if you have drum breaks its not to hard they have a repair kit for it but you need emory cloth to sand the cylinder out but if you dont sand the rite way it wont help or if they are pitted bad then just get new ones this is the best way buy new ones you can do this yourself just pay attention how you take it apart takes about 30 to 45 min to replace

Answer 6

There used to be repair kits you could buy, but now it's cheaper to buy new brake wheel cylinders.

Answer 7

I'd recommend replacing BOTH wheel cylinders. Frequently, if one is bad, the other isn't far behind...and generally, they aren't terribly expensive. Cheap insurance!

Answer 8

There are slave-cylinder rebuild kits, easy to put it. Then you have to bleed the brakes (this is easiest with a friend, I have a $60 bleeding tool)
The cylinder rebuild kits are available at most automotive stores - if they do not have them they can direct you to someone who does (last time I got them at Kragen)

Answer 9

Geez, you're having problems with stuff leaking in that vehicle.

When you get your service manual that shows how to replace the cam seal, look under the brake section. It will give all the details. You can then decide if it is within your capabilities.

Answer 10

it is a tough job if you dont have the right tools, you have to remove the wheel, and open the hub, replace the hub seal, and out it all back together.. not real difficult unless you need to replace the wheel berring.