Can DOT4 Replace DOT3?

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McGrace
07/29/25 7:07pm
DOT4 cannot replace DOT3. Brake fluids of different types and brands should not be mixed. For braking systems with special requirements, a specific type of brake fluid must be used. Since the formulations of brake fluids vary by brand and type, mixing them can degrade the performance of the brake fluid. The differences between DOT4 and DOT3 are as follows: 1. Performance: DOT4 performs better than DOT3, especially in high-temperature conditions. 2. Boiling point: The equilibrium reflux boiling point of DOT4 is 230°C, while that of DOT3 is 205°C. 3. Usage characteristics: Cars using DOT4 brake fluid can brake more frequently than those using DOT3 brake fluid.
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