How Often Should Brake Fluid Hoses Be Replaced?

[JourneyAnn]

The replacement cycle for brake fluid is every 2 years or 40,000 kilometers. The following situations indicate that the brake fluid needs to be replaced: 1. The brake pedal feels soft: Deteriorated brake fluid can cause the brake pedal to feel spongy when fully depressed. After continuous and frequent braking, the pedal may feel softer and more elastic compared to before. 2. Significantly longer braking distance when braking hard at speeds above 40 KM/H: When driving normally at speeds above 40 KM/H, if the braking distance becomes noticeably longer during hard braking, and after ruling out issues with the brake pads, it can be concluded that the brake fluid is problematic. 3. Unstable braking force: The braking force varies between light and heavy during braking. When the brake fluid deteriorates and its water content exceeds 2.5%, frequent braking generates high temperatures, turning the water in the brake fluid into steam. This creates a large number of bubbles in the brake fluid, leading to unstable braking force.