1) Immediate safety and system isolation
- Action: Park on level ground, chock wheels, set parking brake (if still working), stop engine, remove key, disconnect negative battery lead, relieve any system pressure (pump pedal held down or open bleed screw until pedal drops).
- Theory: You must eliminate movement, engine-driven pressure and electrical ignition sources. Hydraulic systems can store pressure; relieving it prevents fluid spray and uncontrolled movement when you open a line.

2) Identify system type and exact circuit
- Action: Locate the brake plumbing on the MF50B (master cylinder, proportioning valve/valve block, distribution lines, wheel cylinders/calipers or wet-brake housings). Confirm whether the tractor uses open hydraulic brakes or "wet" (oil-bath) brakes that are inside the final drive.
- Theory: Different systems behave differently when opened. Open-circuit hydraulic brakes use DOT brake fluid and require refilling/bleeding. Wet brakes share gearbox oil and generally require different service techniques. Replacing the wrong line or opening the wrong port can contaminate gearbox oil or introduce air.

3) Trace and assess the faulty section
- Action: Trace the leak to the exact fitting, tube run, or corroded section. Mark the ends and note the fittings (thread size, flare type, one-piece tube or hose, union joints).
- Theory: Hydraulic leaks are almost always at rusted tubing, cracked hose, or loose fittings. Correct replacement must match metallurgy (steel/brass), fitting type (flare/flareless), and routing to avoid chafing and stress.

4) Prepare replacement parts and tools
- Action: Obtain correct replacement tubing or hose, matching diameter and pressure rating; correct replacement flare nuts/adapters; new crush washers if used. Prepare tube bender, flare tool (single or double-flare according to existing fitting), line wrenches, torque wrench, clean rags, and container for old fluid.
- Theory: Brake systems work at high pressure. Using wrong hose or improper flares causes leaks or bursts. Proper tools make clean, undamaged joints that seal reliably.

5) Drain and cap lines before removal
- Action: Place drip pan, open the lowest bleeder to relieve remaining fluid if the line is part of an open circuit, or catch fluid as you undo the fitting. As you disconnect, plug/ cap the open ports on master cylinder/valve and on the wheel end to limit fluid loss and air ingress.
- Theory: Minimizing fluid loss and air entry reduces the volume you must replace and shortens bleeding. Hydraulic systems cannot tolerate air because air is compressible and reduces lever force transfer.

6) Remove the faulty section cleanly
- Action: Loosen fittings with flare/line wrenches, remove retaining clips, and take out the damaged tube/hose. If reusing end fittings, avoid damaging threads. For tubing, use a tubing cutter to get a clean square end at the replacement join.
- Theory: Ragged cuts, damaged threads, or bent tubing ends create poor seals. Clean removal protects mating threads and surfaces needed for a reliable seal.

7) Fabricate or fit the new line correctly
- Action: If replacing with rigid tube, measure length, pre-bend with a tubing bender following the original routing (avoid kinks, maintain gentle radii). Make flares with the correct die (single 45° or SAE double flare as required). If using hose, route with same securing clips and protective sleeves, and fit new hose ends and clamps.
- Theory: Smooth routing prevents vibration and wear. Correct flare geometry and mating surfaces form a metal-to-metal seal that resists high pressure. Kinks or sharp bends concentrate stress and cause early failure.

8) Install and torque fittings to spec
- Action: Reassemble with new seals/crush washers where applicable. Tighten fittings hand-tight, then to manufacturer torque spec (or snug plus a fraction of a turn with a calibrated torque wrench). Refit clips and brackets to original points.
- Theory: Correct torque compresses the seal to prevent leaks without overstressing fittings or flares. Overtightening can crack flares; undertightening allows seepage.

9) Refill and purge air (bleeding)
- Action: Refill master cylinder reservoir with recommended fluid. Bleed the brakes following the correct sequence (typically farthest wheel from master first). Use a partner pump-and-hold method, vacuum bleeder, or pressure bleeder until no air bubbles appear and pedal is firm. Top up reservoir as needed during bleeding.
- Theory: Air in the lines compresses and prevents hydrostatic transfer of force from pedal to wheel cylinder/caliper. Bleeding removes air so Pascal’s law transmits pedal force to the brake surfaces. Proper sequence prevents drawing air back into bled circuits.

10) Inspect for leaks and function test
- Action: With engine off, press brake pedal repeatedly to check firmness and re-check all fittings for leaks. Start engine (if system is power-assisted) and check for proper assist and leak-free operation. Road-test at low speed, apply brakes progressively, and re-check under load.
- Theory: Static checks identify immediate leaks; dynamic testing reveals failures under pressure and heat. Progressive testing ensures the repair holds under service conditions.

11) Final torque and re-check after short service
- Action: After a short test run and cooling, re-torque fittings per spec and inspect all mounting clips and lines for chafe. Dispose of contaminated fluid safely.
- Theory: Thermal cycling and settling can change joint stresses; re-torquing ensures the seal remains correct. Contaminated or old fluid reduces corrosion protection and should be replaced.

How the repair fixes the fault (theory summary)
- Fault cause: A brake line leak lets hydraulic fluid escape and/or allows air to enter the circuit. Metal lines fail from corrosion, vibration fatigue, or mechanical damage; hoses fail from age, swelling, or abrasion.
- What replacement restores: Replacing the failed line removes the path for fluid loss and seals the hydraulic circuit. With correct fittings and flares, the connection becomes pressure-tight. Removing entrained air by bleeding restores an incompressible fluid column so pedal force is transmitted efficiently to the brakes (Pascal’s principle: pressure applied to a confined fluid is transmitted undiminished).
- End result: Restored pressure means normal pedal travel and braking force; correct routing and securing prevent recurrence.

Key cautions (short)
- Confirm whether MF50B brakes are open hydraulic or oil-bath wet brakes before opening lines. Use correct fluid type. Avoid contaminating gearbox or differential oil. Use correct flare type and material. Dispose of brake fluid responsibly. Wear eye protection and gloves.

This gives the ordered procedure plus the underlying reasons at each step.
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