Posted on 9/28/2017
Hi everyone! Have you ever wondered “Why do I need to change my brake fluid?” Changing brake fluid is important to keep your braking system running smoothly for as long as possible and to avoid expensive repairs. Your brakes have many hydraulic components. Hydraulic means that fluid powers sections of the braking system. The master cylinder, calipers and ABS (anti-lock braking system) are all hydraulic. The caliper is what squeezes the brake pads against the brake rotor when you are trying to stop. The ABS system is what stops your car’s brakes from locking up in an abrupt stop or when making an evasive maneuver. The master cylinder is the main component of the hydraulic braking system, it’s what provides pressure to the rest of the hydraulic braking system. Brake fluid absorbs fluid from the air and it becomes corrosive inside the metal lines that every car has under them. The whole hydraulic system will become prematurely worn if the fluid becomes c ... read more