brake line replacement

2003 BUICK RENDEZVOUS
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brake line corroded behind the engine i cant reach it i need to replace the line whats the best aproach i have a 6 ft brake line ready to put in it is the line over the exhaust and it goes to the right rear any suggestions?
Apr 23, 2013 at 4:14 PM
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the exhaust has to be removed along with any component interfering with running the line properly. Here are videos to help you make your own line or replace the brake flex hose.

https://youtu.be/sO43p4ZFUiM

and

https://youtu.be/1Prs_coIuCg

The process is the same in most cases.
Mar 19, 2021 at 10:43 AM
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can i just replace a section of the line or run a new route? without all the hassel?
Mar 19, 2021 at 10:43 AM
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if you can section it with double flares

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Mar 19, 2021 at 10:43 AM
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i would have to change the line starting at the abs mod going back over the engine down connecting to the rest of the good line do you think i will need to disconnect the rest of the lines 1 by 1 just to do this?
Mar 19, 2021 at 10:43 AM
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no, just do the needed line and take your time.

Roy
Mar 19, 2021 at 10:43 AM
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from the abs i loose the abillity to cut the line till it comes out the other side on the bottom because it goes down behind the engine
Mar 19, 2021 at 10:43 AM
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ok thank you for the quick response
Mar 19, 2021 at 10:43 AM