Kia brake hose replacement, made easy
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How much does a brake hose replacement cost for Kia cars?
Car model | Fixter price range |
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Brake hose replacement - driver side (front) for Kia Sportage | £106 - £167 |
Brake hose replacement - passenger side (front) for Kia Sportage | £106 - £167 |
Brake hose replacement - driver side (rear) for Kia Sportage | £85 - £133 |
Brake hose replacement - passenger side (rear) for Kia Sportage | £85 - £133 |
Brake hose replacement - driver side (front) for Kia Picanto | £99 - £156 |
Brake hose replacement - passenger side (front) for Kia Picanto | £99 - £156 |
Brake hose replacement - driver side (rear) for Kia Picanto | £78 - £122 |
Brake hose replacement - passenger side (rear) for Kia Picanto | £78 - £122 |
Brake hose replacement - driver side (front) for Kia Rio | £106 - £167 |
Brake hose replacement - passenger side (front) for Kia Rio | £106 - £167 |
Brake hose replacement - driver side (rear) for Kia Rio | £85 - £133 |
Brake hose replacement - passenger side (rear) for Kia Rio | £85 - £133 |
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What does a brake hose do?
A brake hose is designed to transport hydraulic pressure from the brake pipes of your vehicle to its wheel cylinders and brake calipers, this pressure helps the brakes to engage properly when slowing or stopping. Brake hoses are absolutely vital to the safe operation of a vehicle.
What are the symptoms of a malfunctioning brake hose?
Below are the top three symptoms that could indicate you need to replace your brake hose:
Spongy brake pedal
Leaking brake fluid - usually a light brown colour
Faulty or failing brakes
What happens when we do a brake hose replacement on your car?
Our certified mechanics will:
Inspect the brake system to establish which brake hose needs to be replaced.
Replace the damaged or faulty brake hose.
They will then top-up the brake fluid.
Bleed the brake system.
Finally they will inspect the brake system and test drive the car to ensure it’s safe.
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Our in-house experts will keep you updated, and your card is only charged once all work has been satisfactorily completed and approved by our team. Your driver will then drop the car back when it’s convenient for you.
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What does a brake hose do?
A brake hose is designed to transport hydraulic pressure from the brake pipes of your vehicle to its wheel cylinders and brake calipers. They are usually made of hard-wearing, flexible rubber or stainless steel, making them far less prone to wear, expansion and other damage, keeping them working perfectly for longer. Due to the brake caliper being attached to the wheel, the hoses must be flexible in order to accommodate for the vehicle's suspension and wheel movement when turning and traveling over uneven surfaces.
As with any component of a braking system, brake hoses are absolutely vital to the safe operation of any vehicle using a hydraulic braking system – which is why you should have them replaced as soon as you notice any issues or damage.
Kia
Kia Motors Corporation (widely known as Kia Motors) is South Korea’s second-largest automobile manufacturer, behind their parent company, the Hyundai Motor Company.
They were initially established in December 1944, over 70 years ago, as a steel tubing and bicycle parts manufacturer who started building cars in the 1970s.
Coming from a background of building cars under licence for the likes of Fiat, Mazda and Peugeot, it wasn’t until the 1980s when Kia started to produce vehicles under their own brand name, and only more recently were they to become minority owned by Hyundai, who currently holds a 33.88% stake in the company, in 2015.
How popular is Kia in the United Kingdom?
From the mid-1990s, the amount of Kia cars on UK roads has seen a steady increase to the current number of around 800k today.
Given their reliability, value for money and market-leading 7-year, 100k mile warranty, Kia is a marque that is heading for further popularity, greater sales and added respect.
Superb value for money
With an extensive range of models to choose from, Kia cars offer excellent value. From their city car Picanto starting at under £10k, through to their luxury spec SUV Sorento at £30k, Kia cars compete with more established mainstream brands, offering not only strong price-points but with advanced levels of technology and the extended benefits you’d expect from a car of a higher price.
Kia Sportage: The 10th best selling car in the UK
Given the rise in growth of the Korean car brand, it shouldn’t be too much of a surprise to see its best selling model sneak into the top 10 best selling cars of 2018. This great value and practical SUV is ideal for family motoring; not only is it rugged and good looking, but it’s also backed with Kia’s impressive reliability and extensive warranty.
How often should a brake hose need replacing?
Brake hoses will usually last for at least 6 years, however this can vary depending on driving conditions, frequency of use and the quality of the hose. Mechanics recommend that brake hoses should definitely be replaced after 15 years. At this point they will most likely be very worn and the risk of them dangerously breaking is very high.
The law, vehicle regulations and your MOT
It goes without saying that your braking system is crucial to the safety of your vehicle, and is therefore thoroughly inspected during the annual MOT. If any of your brake hoses show signs of excessive wear, damage, twisting or chaffing this will result in an MOT failure. Less serious wear and tear will most likely be classed as a minor, but is still important to keep an eye on.
What causes a brake hose to break?
Brake hoses are constantly exposed to moisture, dirt and road grit, as well as high heat generated by braking. Therefore, over time brake hoses can become worn out and damaged.
What are the signs of a bad brake hose?
Usually, there a few signs you can look for:
Spongy brake pedal
Leaking brake fluid - usually a light brown colour
Faulty or failing brakes
Visible damage to the hose
How often should you replace your brake hose?
A basic rubber brake hose should last for up to six years depending on its quality. As with any car part, its lifespan will also depend on the amount of wear and tear that is experienced by your braking system. For example, if you regularly use your vehicle on rough terrain or in heavy traffic, it's likely that your brake hoses will need replacing earlier.
What happens during a brake hose replacement?
During the repair our certified mechanics will:
Inspect the brake system to establish which brake hose needs to be replaced.
Replace the damaged or faulty brake hose.
They will then top-up the brake fluid.
Bleed the brake system.
Finally they will inspect the brake system and test drive the car to ensure it’s safe.
What is the average life of a brake hose?
Brake hoses will usually last for at least six years, however this can vary depending on driving conditions, frequency of use and the quality of the hose. Mechanics recommend that brake hoses should definitely be replaced after 15 years. At this point they will most likely be very worn and the risk of them dangerously breaking is very high.
Can you drive with a broken brake hose?
No, a car with damaged or faulty brakes is unsafe to drive. Because brake hoses are a part of the vehicle’s braking system, they inherently become an important component to the overall safety of the vehicle.
For this reason, if you suspect that there may be an issue with one of your brake hoses, it's important to have the brake system inspected by a professional technician, such as one from Fixter, to determine if your car needs a brake hose replacement.
Do brake hoses deteriorate with age?
Because brake hoses are constantly exposed to moisture, dirt and road grit, as well as high heat generated by braking, over time they can deteriorate becoming worn out and damaged.
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