How to Add Brake Fluid?
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Brake fluid adding method: First, open the car hood, locate the brake fluid reservoir, open the reservoir cap, and add brake fluid. Normally, the water content in brake fluid should be below 1%. Brake fluid is the liquid that transmits force in the braking system and is crucial for driving safety. When the water content in brake fluid reaches 3%, the boiling point of the brake fluid will decrease by 25%. Below is a detailed introduction to the hazards of excessive water content in brake fluid: Since brake fluid has strong water absorption, if the water content is too high, it will lower the boiling point of the brake fluid. Over time, a large number of bubbles will form in the brake lines, which can significantly affect the performance of the braking system. This is because the braking system generates high temperatures during operation, causing the water in the brake fluid to vaporize. This makes the gas easy to compress, leading to dangerous situations such as soft brakes, weak braking, or even brake failure. During routine maintenance, a brake fluid water content tester can be used to determine if the brake fluid needs to be replaced. For new brake fluid, the water content is approximately 0%, and the standard should not exceed 2.5%. If it exceeds 2.5%, the brake fluid should be replaced.
