How Do You Remove And Replace Left Rear Brake Line?
Brake lines run from the distribution block under the master cylinder to a proportioning valve or metering valve, proportioning valve combination. Some vehicles have a distribution block at or just before the rear axle. If removal is required, read on to learn how to remove and replace the left rear brake line. The brake lines can be accessed by raising the vehicle on a car lift or by using a hydraulic jack and jack stands. Most cars sit too low for the mechanic to get to them. Pump the brake pedal several times to remove any pressure remaining in the brake lines. Once the pressure has been relieved, use the car lift or jack stands to raise the vehicle and use a creeper to work under the vehicle. Locate the rear distribution block and determine the size of the open end box end wrench needed to disconnect the left rear brake line from the distribution block. If your car does not have a rear distribution block, it will run through a combination valve attached to the master cylinder in th