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Old Nov 10, 2012 | 09:37 PM
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Changing brake lines

Next on my list of needed repairs is new brake lines. The ones running along the frame are rusted pretty bad. I had a 89 F-150 bust a line once and it got real interesting so I would like to change these before that happens.
I have searched and still not gotten a clear answer as to whether I need to get a scan tool and do something with the ABS pump. I am sure some of you guys have replaced yours and I would like to know if the scan tool is necessary. Thanks.
 
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Originally Posted by sbowling79
Next on my list of needed repairs is new brake lines. The ones running along the frame are rusted pretty bad. I had a 89 F-150 bust a line once and it got real interesting so I would like to change these before that happens.
I have searched and still not gotten a clear answer as to whether I need to get a scan tool and do something with the ABS pump. I am sure some of you guys have replaced yours and I would like to know if the scan tool is necessary. Thanks.
You do not need to bleed the ABS pump.

Originally Posted by Factory Service Manual
Note: This procedure only needs to be performed if the 4-wheel anti-lock brake (4WABS) hydraulic control unit (HCU) has been replaced or if the HCU lines have been opened.
 
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Good deal. I read that post you quoted from but was still unsure once all the acronyms started bouncing around.
 
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