If your brake pads are worn or if you notice a decrease in braking power, it’s time to flush your brake fluid. Flushing your brake fluid will help to restore lost braking performance and keep your brakes working at their best. Follow these instructions to flush your brake fluid:
1) Park the car in a safe location.
2) Make sure the parking brake is engaged.
3) Turn off the engine.
4) Remove the front wheel.
5) Remove the rear wheel by removing the axle nut and then suspending the wheel by pressing on the hub assembly from below.
6) Remove the brake fluid reservoir cap and pour brake fluid into the appropriate container. Do not pour any fluid into the caliper pistons or hoses.
7) Replace the reservoir cap and turn on the engine.
8) Replace the front and/or rear wheels, depending on what was removed in Step 5.
What is Brake Fluid and What Does it Do?
Brake fluid is a type of fluid that helps to stop the car. When you apply the brakes, brake fluid is squirted out of the brake calipers and through the lines to the master cylinder. This fluid helps to slow down the car.
When Should You Flush Brake Fluid?
Brake fluid is a sticky, thick liquid that is used to stop a car. If the brake fluid becomes contaminated, it can decrease the effectiveness of the brakes. In order to maintain the effectiveness of the brakes, it is important to flush the brake fluid every 3-6 months. Here are four different orders in which you should flush your brake fluid:
1) First, you should flush any existing fluid from the master cylinder and lines.
2) Next, you should flush any old brake pads or discs.
3) Finally, you should refill the reservoir with fresh brake fluid.
4) If there is anything wrong with your brakes, such as a leak, you should first fix that before flushing the brake fluid.
How to Flush Brake Fluid in Your Vehicle
If your car has a manual transmission, you should flush the brake fluid every 3 months or 12,000 miles, whichever comes first. If your car has an automatic transmission, you should flush the brake fluid every 6 months or 20,000 miles, whichever comes first.
Conclusion
There isn’t really a one-size-fits-all answer to this question, as the order of flushing brake fluid will vary depending on the make and model of your car. However, general guidelines suggest that you should flush the system after servicing it (e.g., changing the oil), before adding new fluid or when your brakes start making unusual noises.