Where Does the Moisture in Brake Fluid Come From?
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Water can enter the brake system through two channels. The first channel is the filler cap on the brake fluid reservoir. The second is through the brake cylinders. Here is a detailed introduction to water contamination in brake fluid: 1. Braking Force: Brakes rely on hydraulic pressure to generate braking force. Applying pressure to the fluid causes the brake fluid temperature to rise. If the brake fluid contains water, the water can form bubbles when exposed to high pressure and high temperature. While fluid is incompressible, gas can be compressed. 2. Brake Fluid: Also known as hydraulic brake fluid, it is the liquid medium that transmits braking pressure in hydraulic brake systems, used in vehicles equipped with hydraulic braking systems. The primary function of brake fluid is to transmit pressure, while also providing lubrication and corrosion protection.