What are some good brake fluid brands?
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Great Wall Lubricant SINOPEC brake fluid, PFC brake fluid, Bosch brake fluid, Mobil brake fluid, BREMBO brake fluid, MOTUL brake fluid, etc. Here is some relevant information about brake fluid: 1. Checking method: Open the car's engine hood and locate the brake fluid reservoir. There will be fluid level indicator lines on the reservoir - one for the maximum level and one for the minimum level. The correct brake fluid level should be between these two lines. It should never exceed the maximum line or go below the minimum line. 2. Brake fluid replacement reference: The brake fluid should be replaced after the vehicle has traveled 40,000 kilometers under normal driving conditions or after continuous use for more than 2 years. If the driver frequently uses the brakes or drives in harsh conditions, the replacement interval should be adjusted accordingly.
I think it depends on the budget and vehicle requirements. For my family's grocery-getter car, we've always used Bosch DOT4 - affordable, reliable, and easy to find, often available for around 40-50 RMB during e-commerce promotions. But my friend's modified Civic uses ATE SL6 racing fluid, claiming noticeably more stable pedal feel during continuous mountain runs. The off-road enthusiasts particularly favor Mobil DOT5.1, which indeed delivers hardcore performance in high temperatures, though the doubled price can be painful. In my opinion, regular commuter cars don't need to chase premium products - the key is buying genuine products meeting the DOT standard specified in the maintenance manual. Consistently replacing it every two years is more important than anything. Recently I've noticed domestic brands like Kunlun Petrochemical are catching up, with lab test data comparable to imported products - definitely worth considering for budget-conscious buyers.
