I have a car that has 2 leaks in the break line. Is there a DIY solution for this or do I have to take it to a mechanic? Any help is appreciated...
2007-06-06 07:22:12 · 10 answers · asked by k102518 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
You must fix the leaks. If the brake line itself is leaking due to a hole, you must replace the brake line. This shouldn't be a patch job as your life, and others depend on it.
If the leak is occuring at a caliper or wheel cylinder, you can rebuild/replace these yourself. Be sure that you bleed the brake lines to remove all traces of air after you have replace these or your brakes won't work properly.
2007-06-06 07:29:29 · answer #1 · answered by hsueh010 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the leak is because your car is 10 years old or more and the line has rusted out, the best solution is to replace a long section of the line with new steel brake line. The brake line itself is very inexpensive. You need a repair shop that can cut off your present line and "reflare" it to accept the new section of line. It's easy if the shop's done similar rusted brake line repairs. But it will cost about $250 by the time they get done bleeding your brakes, which is a good thing to do anyways to make your brakes last a long time.
2007-06-06 14:28:39 · answer #2 · answered by bobweb 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The lines must be replaced and the brake system must be bled. If you know how to do this, than save yourself the cash. Otherwise, take it to a reputable mechanic ASAP. There is no "Mickey Mouse" quick fix; it must be fixed properly and immedieatly.
2007-06-06 15:16:39 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Obviously, the line needs to be replaced. Who does the job - you or a mechanic - depends on how mechanically challenged you are.
2007-06-06 14:35:35 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
leaks in a brake line can only be fixed by a good mechanic
2007-06-06 14:27:10 · answer #5 · answered by smokey 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mechanic !Defiantly mechanic. Unless you know how to work on break systems let a pro do it.
2007-06-06 14:26:36 · answer #6 · answered by Chode64 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take it to a mechanic, he/she will do the job for you. Not just any cheap guy, make sure is A.S.E. certified mechanic.
2007-06-06 14:28:08 · answer #7 · answered by carbontech78 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
do you have any tools? do have a jack to lift up your vehicle? do you have an extra person to lend you a hand since this job takes two persons. and last if you have a Suburban ,it require a scan tool to bleed the system. scan tool cost 8000.00
2007-06-06 14:28:11 · answer #8 · answered by LEXUSRY 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would highly recommend taking it to a reputable shop for repair. Don't take this wrong, but if you have to ask, you shouldn't do it yourself.
2007-06-06 14:25:16 · answer #9 · answered by rat396 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
YOU NEED TO SEE A QUALIFIED MECHANIC-NOW!!!!!------YOU ARE ENDANGERING NOT ONLY YOUR OWN LIFE---BUT. THE LIVES OF MANY INNOCENT OTHERS---YOU ARE OPERATING A TYPE OF "GUIDED MISSLE"AS YOU COULD--AT ANY MOMENT LOOSE ALL ABILITY TO STOP YOUR "GUIDED MISSLE"=YOUR VEHICLE!!!!!
2007-06-06 14:32:19 · answer #10 · answered by LONG-JOHN 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋