Just blew one of the long brake line runs and lost all fluid for one of the circuits due to rust. Since both runs are as old and rust-potential, what is the best way to repair both rear-bound runs? What is the best source of brake line and attachment components?

Thanks All,
Ray

 

You can get OEM pre-bent lines from Acura or alternatively, you can buy brake line lengths from your local auto parts store and bend and flare them yourself.

 

When I blew one line on my Accord I had my local shop buy OEM Honda parts for all lines and install them. The whole job cost something like $300.

 

Hi All and thanks for your input.

I had considered purchasing OEM lines 6 and 7 but was wondering how they would be shipped as they are long and 6 also goes across the car. Since I will be doing the job outdoors, I am waiting until it gets a little warmer to replace the 2 lines and also install new front wheel bearings. Owning this 1999 TL since new, I really like this car and found it quite reliable but years and 165K miles are beginning to present their toll.

Again, thank you for your responses,
Ray

 

Hi All,

Will be replacing OEM brake line 6 and 7 in MBP 03's diagram above on my 1999 TL. These lines run in a grilled cover from front to back under the car. How do you remove the grill (which also includes the fuel line) to remove the original for the replacements? Was under the car today and they look like plastic sections but could not figure how to open or remove them. Lost my electronic copy of the service manual to a computer crash.

Any help would be appreciated.
Ray

 

Service manual

Not sure the manual has much on brake line replacement. Play around with it and I'm sure you'll find out how to take off the plastic grill cover