How to Remove a Rubber Brake Hose
In every newer vehicle, there is a rubber brake hose that acts as a connection between the master cylinder's metal hoses and the calipers. The purpose of the brake hose is to push brake fluid through to the piston in the caliper. This ultimately results in compression on the rotor. Oftentimes, the brake hose leaks, becomes damaged or wears, causing it to need replacement.
Supply List
- Rag(s)
- Cap/plastic bag and tie/rag
- Two wrenches
- Floor jack
- Move the car to a level surface, if you do not already have it on a level surface.
- Use your emergency brake to ensure your vehicle stays in place.
- Unscrew the lug nuts in the wheel of the brake where you plan to remove the hose. Do not completely loosen the lug nuts.
- Locate your floor jack and use it to elevate the side of the vehicle you are working on. Make sure you place the jack on the mounting point closest to the wheel. Use the jack to lift up the side of the car where you are fixing the rubber brake hose.
- Finish unscrewing the lug nuts in the wheel. Remove the wheel completely.
- Clean the brake hose to remove any dirt on the line, by using a clean rag. The debris will pollute the brake parts and cause issues when you go to use your brakes.
- Locate the end of the rubber brake hose and begin disconnecting it using two wrenches; one open-ended wrench should hold the nut on the metal brake line, while you use the other wrench to disconnect the other end.
- Use a plastic bag with a tie, a rag or a cap to stop the brake fluid from leaking out of the line.
- Remove the other end of the hose, by removing the bolt connected to the brake and the caliper. Use a wrench to do so.