How to Replace a Brake Line in a Dodge Durango

If you drive your Dodge Durango through intense conditions, you may want to improve the quality of parts like the brake line. Replacing the stock line with a stainless steel one can help your brakes last longer. Don't take attempt to replace the brake line unless you are knowledgeable about your Durango's brake system.

Instructions

1

Raise the car on jack stands made for your Durango. Remove the wheel in order to access the brake line and the bake caliper (for bleeding the system at the end).

2

Open the hood and look inside the engine. Locate the brake master cylinder, which should be near the driver's side in the engine compartment and mounted to the power brake booster. Trace the brake lines running from it and to each wheel.

3

Remove the section of brake line by disconnecting the bolts (and possible brackets) that support it. Use a line or flare nut wrench. line You'll need two wrenches if the connectors are attached with two bolts each.

4

Install the new replacement line. Make sure it's a pre-fabricated brake line with the tube ends already flared and the fittings installed.

5

Bleed the brake system to remove air. Open the bleeder valve on the caliper and connect a vinyl tube to a container of brake fluid. Have another person press on the brake pedal until the air is gone.

6

Refill the master cylinder with as much fluid as needed. Attach the wheel back on and lower the truck. Test the brakes after replacing the entire line.