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How do I fix a leaking brake bleed valve?
The brake warning light on my dashboard started flashing last week but I didn’t think anything of it. Now my brake pedal drops to the floor and there was a puddle of fluid under my car this morning. I did some research and my brake bleed valve is leaking. Can I fix a leaking brake bleed valve at home?
Talullah Blanco · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Finding a puddle of brake fluid under your car is never a good sign and you were right–your brake bleed valve is leaking. Because your car’s brakes will not work without fluid, you’ll want to stop the leak immediately before a
collision
. Luckily, you can reseal it with thread sealant at home by following these steps:- Clean the bleed valve. Remove any brake fluid residue off the threads using soapy water and dry with a cloth.
- Remove the bleeder screw. Unscrew the bleeder screw from the wheel cylinder.
- Apply the thread sealant. Using the brush cap applicator apply a small amount of thread sealant to the bleeder screw and let it dry.
- Reinstall. Screw the bleeder screw back into the wheel cylinder.
Once you’ve successfully resealed your bleeder valve, you’ll want to bleed all of the air from your brake lines. Consult a mechanic if your brake light continues to flash or brake fluid continues to leak from the bleed valve.
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