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How To Flush and Replace Brake Fluid
Use brake fluid test strips or a pen tester to measure brake fluid quality, condition and color. Old or contaminated brake ...
Air in the brake system can make your brake pedal feel spongy and vague. You should flush the fluid every two or three years, ...
If you attempt to change your brakes on your own ... Be sure to remove the cap on the brake fluid reservoir for this step to prevent pressure damage to brake lines or seals within the system.
To rule that out, check out your regular braking system first. By the way, if you ever need to replace your brake fluid, try as hard as you can to avoid getting air into the ABS controller.
A brake fluid leak can extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the front brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters are ...