How to Choose the Correct Size of Brake Line

A car's brake line is an external part and can receive a large amount of wear and tear over time. Extreme weather conditions can cause the line to dry out or crack. Gravel and other objects on the road can hit the line at high speeds and cause damage, as well. When you need to replace your brake line, check with an auto repair manual, your local auto parts store or your car dealership to find out what size line you need.

Instructions

1

Purchase a repair manual for car's make, model and year. Chilton, Haynes and All Data are three companies who produce comprehensive repair manuals for a wide range of cars. Use the table of contents to find brake parts. The guide will indicate which specific brake line size you need for your vehicle.

2

Inquire in person at an auto parts retailer. Auto parts stores have extensive computer databases of car parts. Tell an employee who specializes in sales your make, model and year car and he will use hs database to look up the correct brake line size for your vehicle.

3

Call the dealership for your make of car. Check your local listings for the dealership nearest you that services your make of car. Call the dealership and ask for the repair or service department. Tell the technician in the repair department the model and year of your car and she can look up the correct brake line size for your vehicle.