Are Brake Fluid and Power Steering Fluid the Same Thing?

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Brake fluid and power steering fluid are not the same thing. The specific details are as follows: Characteristics of brake fluid: Brake fluid, also known as hydraulic brake fluid, is a liquid medium in a car's hydraulic braking system that transmits braking pressure. It has high viscosity, a low freezing point, good low-temperature fluidity, a high boiling point, and does not produce vapor lock at high temperatures. It undergoes minimal quality changes during use and does not cause corrosion or deterioration of metal and rubber components. Characteristics of power steering fluid: Power steering fluid, also known as power steering oil, is essentially a type of hydraulic oil. Compared to brake fluid, it has higher viscosity, poorer fluidity, and can corrode the sealing components of the braking system.