Posts Tagged: How Moisture Gets Into Brake Fluid

Why vehicles need the brake fluid change periodically

A brake fluid change restores anti-corrosion additives and gets rid of moisture Most carmakers recommend a brake fluid change every two or three years. The base chemical in brake fluid never goes bad, but the anti-corrosion additives wear out and that sets up internal corrosion. In addition, brake fluid absorbs moisture and that can reduce the fluid’s boiling point; the last thing you want in your brake fluid. Why brake fluid absorbs moisture (water) Brake fluid is hygroscopic, which means it tends to absorb moisture from the surrounding environment. The … Read More