Brake Fluid Leak | 2017 Land Rover Discovery

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This week we got a 2017 Land Rover Discovery in. One of the many we’ve gotten in the shop before. Customer told us that braking had become weird and they noticed the pedal would sink more than usual. Whenever we hear anything in regards to brake problems we like to address it immediately so this was a good place to start looking into the issue. Let’s dive in.
Diagnosis
After lifting the car and inspecting the brake system, we found brake fluid leaking onto the tire and surrounding components. Once we removed the wheel for a closer look, we found the source: a hole in the brake line.
A brake fluid leak isn’t something to put off. Your brake system depends on maintaining the appropriate hydraulic pressure or else your brakes and performance could be compromised.
What Needs to Be Done
The damaged brake line needed to be replaced. After the repair, we recommended a brake flush to remove any contaminated fluid and make sure to refill the system with the appropriate brake fluid.
Pro Tip:
If you ever see a brake warning light, you feel a soft or spongy (not firm) pedal, fluid around your tires or any kind of change in brake performance, whatever you do, DON’T IGNORE IT. Brake systems can go from a small leak to a major safety repair very quickly. Not to mention if you’re driving you can become a danger to others.
Result:
With the brake line replaced and a fluid flush and refill the Land Rover was back to its healthy performance and back on the road to drive another day.
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