What should be noted when using brake fluid?
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Precautions for using brake fluid include regular replacement of automotive brake fluid, strict prohibition of mixing different brake fluids, and correct selection of brake fluid products. Specific precautions are as follows: Regular replacement of automotive brake fluid: After a certain period of use, brake fluid may degrade in performance due to moisture absorption and chemical changes, thereby affecting driving safety. Therefore, brake fluid in use should be replaced regularly. There is currently no specific regulation on how often it should be replaced. Generally, it is replaced during vehicle inspections when the piston cups of the master cylinder and wheel cylinders need to be replaced. Strict prohibition of mixing different brake fluids: Since different types of products use different raw materials, additives, and manufacturing processes, mixing them may result in turbidity or precipitation, which is difficult to detect without careful observation. This not only significantly reduces the performance of the original brake fluid but also causes serious consequences such as blocked pipelines and brake failure due to precipitated particles. Correct selection of brake fluid products: Generally speaking, selecting brake fluid products according to the requirements of the vehicle's user manual is the most reasonable and reliable. Automobile manufacturers conduct thorough verification and extensive vehicle tests when recommending brake fluids. In addition to specifying standard brands with codes, the manual usually also provides alternative brands with codes.