F350 leaking brake fluid passenger front axle

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12-22-2018, 08:24 AM

dlynes

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F350 leaking brake fluid passenger front axle

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Does anyone have experience with F350 leaking brake fluid passenger at the front axle? Any suggestions or things to look for? I filled the reservoir up twice and it leaked out.

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12-22-2018, 08:38 AM

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Lots of places where it could leak if you're stating axle and not a specific location. Rusted metal line, fitting at the frame, hose, banjo bolt, piston seals.......

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12-22-2018, 09:27 AM

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Do you have a helper? Refill the reservoir and have the helper pump the brakes and you should be able to track it down with a good light source. Recommend safety glasses.

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12-22-2018, 12:16 PM

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Just had both front brake lines replaced on my 2006 F350. Passenger side had rusted loose from the junction bracket above the tire; when I pushed it back, it started leaking.

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