Brake fluid plays a critical role in the functioning of our car’s brakes. It is how our vehicles transfer force and create stopping power at the wheels. Of all the safety systems on our vehicle it is arguable that our brakes may be the most important. Regular brake fluid exchanges are the key to even brake wear and long term health of your brake system.
Here are 3 reasons brake fluid exchanges are important:
Brake fluid is hygroscopic, meaning it is very prone to absorbing moisture.
Even in a capped off braking system your brake fluid is absorbing moisture… especially in high humidity areas. Brake fluid can stand up to much higher temperatures and pressure than water can. If your brake fluid has a high water content you could experience brake pedal fade or sinking in emergency stopping events.
The moisture absorbed in your brake fluid also corrodes your braking system from the inside out.
Water does not belong inside of ABS pumps, actuators or brake calipers. Regular brake fluid exchanges will extend the life of your brake system.
Brake fluid also absorbs other harmful chemicals just from being inside of your brake system.
If your brake fluid is sitting in your system too long it will become contaminated. Contaminated brake fluid can erode seals and cause pre-mature brake hose failure.
At Tim’s we believe in brake fluid exchanges every 3 years or 30,000 miles, unless recommended earlier by the manufacturer. Brake fluid age and quality checks are part of our Digital Vehicle Inspection.
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