Precautions for Changing Brake Fluid?

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Maximilian
07/30/25 6:23am
It is important to avoid mixing with gasoline or engine oil; replace it regularly; choose high-quality brake fluid. Below is some information about brake fluid: 1. Introduction: Brake fluid, also known as brake liquid or hydraulic fluid, is made from refined diesel distillate with thickeners and antioxidants. There are three types: mineral oil brake fluid, alcohol-based brake fluid, and synthetic brake fluid. 2. Precautions for using brake fluid: (1) Avoid mixing with gasoline or engine oil; (2) Replace it regularly; (3) Choose high-quality brake fluid. 3. Characteristics of brake fluid: (1) Low freezing point, ensuring good fluidity at low temperatures; (2) Extremely high boiling point, preventing vapor lock at high temperatures; (3) Minimal quality changes, avoiding corrosion or softening of metal and rubber.
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