Brake Line

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MR. HARRIS
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I have a 1996 Buick Riviera Super Charged 3800 and I think the brake line needs to be repaired. I looked behind the driver side front tire and brake fluid had leaked all over it.
Nov 14, 2007 at 5:19 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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Hi there,

First check that the cap is tight on the reservoir and there is plenty of fluid. wash down brake fluid with water, and dry off flexible hose. have someone apply brake pressure and watch hose for leak, they normally leak where they join into the steel fitting that the brake (steel) pipe attaches to, if so you should have all flexible hoses replaced as a precaution. If no leak from hose, check all brake lines for fluid and have that line replaced. IF there is only fluid on the inside of the wheel, check the brake calliper (where the pads are fitted) for fluid, as the piston seals may be leaking.

Mark (mhpautos)
Nov 15, 2007 at 9:14 PM