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'04 Ford Escape

Tiny
ANTHONY AVALON
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  • 2004 FORD ESCAPE
  • 6 CYL
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 120,000 MILES
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.
Wednesday, January 13th, 2016 AT 9:24 AM

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Tiny
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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.
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Wednesday, January 13th, 2016 AT 9:28 AM
Tiny
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Don't forget to bleed whole system not just the one brake caliper.
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Wednesday, January 13th, 2016 AT 9:28 AM
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Thanks again.
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Wednesday, January 13th, 2016 AT 9:34 AM

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