OEM Mitsubishi Brake Hoses

Brake Hoses in Brief

Brake hoses are the flexible links that carry brake fluid to each wheel as the suspension and steering move. Genuine Mitsubishi brake hoses are made to the correct length and fittings for your model, helping keep your brakes responsive.

The Flexible Link in Your Braking System

Rigid brake lines run along the underbody, but they can't flex. Brake hoses bridge the gap between those lines and your calipers or wheel cylinders, moving with every bump and turn. Over time, rubber hoses can crack, swell, or break down internally. A hose that collapses inside may hold pressure at a caliper, causing a brake to drag or the vehicle to pull.

Brake Hose Parts in This Category

• Front brake hoses, left and right
• Rear brake hoses
• Hose mounting brackets and clips
• Banjo bolts and sealing washers, depending on model

Why Genuine Brake Hoses Are Worth It

Brake hoses need to be the right length to move with the suspension without stretching or rubbing. Genuine Mitsubishi hoses are built to factory length, routing, and fitting design, and they mount in the original brackets. A hose that's too long can rub against a tire or suspension part, while one that's too short can be pulled tight at full steering lock.

When to Replace Brake Hoses

Inspect hoses during brake or tire service. Replace them if you see:

• Cracks or splits in the outer cover
• Bulging under pressure
• Fluid seepage at the fittings
• A brake that drags or a vehicle that pulls during braking

Replacing calipers is a good time to replace hoses too, since the system will already be opened. Always bleed the brakes afterward to restore a firm pedal. If the pedal stays soft, the master cylinder may need attention.

Finding the Right Hose for Your Mitsubishi

Brake hoses vary by model, model year, axle, side, and brake type. Rear hoses for drum brakes differ from those used with rear disc brakes. Enter your VIN to see the correct parts, and confirm whether you need a left or right hose.

Brake Hose Takeaways

• Hoses flex with the suspension and connect lines to the brakes.
• Cracks, bulges, and pulling are signs of hose wear.
• Genuine hoses match factory length and fittings.
• Bleed the brakes after replacement.

Brake Hose FAQs

Should brake hoses be replaced in pairs?

It's common to replace both on an axle, especially if they're the same age.

Can a bad hose make my car pull?

Yes. A hose that's collapsed internally can keep one brake applied.

Do new hoses need new sealing washers?

Yes, on banjo-style fittings. Use new washers to prevent leaks.

How often should brake hoses be inspected?

Check them whenever your brakes, tires, or suspension are serviced. Older vehicles and those driven on salted roads benefit from closer inspection, since rubber and fittings age even when the vehicle isn't driven much.