Why is it necessary to replace brake fluid regularly?

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LandonMarie
07/30/25 3:29am
Here are the reasons for replacing brake fluid: 1. Brake fluid, commonly known as brake oil, has a limited service life. Unopened brake fluid typically has a shelf life of about 3 years, while opened brake fluid lasts about 1 year. 2. Expired brake fluid gradually emulsifies and deteriorates. During the emulsification process, bubbles may form and accumulate in the pipelines, unable to be released. This creates air resistance, affecting the normal transmission of hydraulic pressure and leading to reduced braking performance or even failure. Additionally, brake fluid has strong water absorption properties. Over time, absorbed water lowers the boiling point of the brake fluid, resulting in insufficient brake pressure and compromised braking effectiveness. 3. Using brake fluid beyond its recommended service period may not affect daily driving, and there may be no noticeable abnormalities. However, during downhill driving or aggressive driving, the high temperatures generated by the braking system can cause the brake fluid to boil. This can lead to bubble formation in the brake lines, severely affecting the operation of the braking system in extreme cases. Brake failure caused by boiling brake fluid often occurs suddenly without warning.
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