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cfli1688c1
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May 16, 2010, 6:01 PM

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I was told that my brake fluid is dark, and needs changing. I was searching online and know that involves bleeding the brake. What if I just replace the brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir, without bleeding the brakes? Would it extend the life of the brake fluid. I understand it will not completely replace the brake fluid. I was thinking that the new brake fluid will eventually get to the brake, together with the old fluid. This would dilute it into not so old fluid. Thanks.


Hammer Time
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May 16, 2010, 6:37 PM

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No, it won't and that won't accomplish much of anything. It may already be too late for that system.
You need to use something to suck all the old fluid out, then refill the reservoir and bleed all 4 wheels until it flows clear at each wheel.



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Tom Greenleaf
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May 17, 2010, 1:18 PM

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I use a real turkey baster to empty master, refill with new and bleed out till clear. If you do use a turkey baster mark it permanently as for brake fluid only and never use it for food anything again or anything but brake fluid - no oils,

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