'04 Ford Escape

2004 FORD ESCAPE
120,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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ANTHONY AVALON
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My girlfriend ruptured a brake line on the front passenger side. Was a must to replace the line. However, the bleed valve will not free itself up. I have applied penetrating oil and would like some advice on loosening it without extensive damage.
Jan 13, 2016 at 9:24 AM
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HMAC300
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if you are talking about the bleeder screw get your favorite propane torch heat it then spray with penetrating oil and a small hammer. tap around the bleeder screw while oil is there, then do this a few times like about 4 heat, oil , tap. then try to break screw loose. it usually will. make sure to use a 6 sided combination wrench or socket to break loose not a 12 sided one. the heat won't hurt any seals.
Jan 13, 2016 at 9:28 AM
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HMAC300
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don't forget to bleed whole system not just the one brake caliper.
Jan 13, 2016 at 9:28 AM
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ANTHONY AVALON
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Thanks again.
Jan 13, 2016 at 9:34 AM