How Often Should Brake Fluid Be Replaced in Car Maintenance?

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ElijahAnn
07/29/25 1:18pm
The replacement interval for a car's brake fluid falls under the following two scenarios: 1. The recommended brake fluid replacement cycle is every 2 years or when the vehicle reaches 40,000 kilometers in mileage. 2. Another perspective suggests that if the car is driven in tropical regions, the brake fluid should be replaced every 60,000 kilometers. Below are the reasons for replacement and important considerations: 1. Brake fluid is prone to deterioration over time, leading to cloudiness, a decrease in boiling point, and reduced effectiveness. 2. After prolonged use, the brake pump may experience varying degrees of wear, making it advisable to replace the car's brake fluid. 3. Timely replacement of brake fluid is crucial for driving safety and should not be taken lightly. Therefore, the decision to replace brake fluid should at least be based on actual conditions. 4. Low-quality brake fluid contains more impurities, which can accelerate wear on the brake pump and cause blockages in the brake system's hydraulic circuits. Expired brake fluid also offers suboptimal braking performance, though drivers may not notice due to prolonged adaptation to their vehicle's condition.
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