How to Replace a Brake Line in a Honda Accord

The brake line in a Honda Accord, or any other vehicle, is a complex pipe system that sends the brake fluid from the master cylinder to the calipers on the wheel. Replacing the stock pipes closest to the wheels with stainless steel ones is a job you may be able to do yourself. The process may be slightly different if your car has anti-lock brakes.

Instructions

1

Lay out the entire replacement brake line kit for your model year Accord. Know each section and which end of the car it goes to. Read over all instructions that come with the kit.

2

Lift the car on jack stands and remove the first wheel.

3

Study the brake line from the hose to the last section connected by bolts. Bend the replacement line in the same way.

4

Remove the brake line by disconnecting the bolts with two line wrenches. There should be two bolts on each connector.

5

Install the replacement line. Attach the bolts by hand first, then tighten them with the line wrenches.

6

Bleed the brake system to remove air from it. Open the bleeder valve on the caliper and connect it to a container of fluid with a vinyl tube. Have another person hold down on the pedal to purge the air.

7

Replace the wheel and move onto the next brake section. Refill the brake fluid reservoir and test the brakes after all lines are replaced. The reservoir on an Accord is in the rear corner of the driver's side and usually has a black cap.