Imagine pressing the brake pedal and your car doesn't respond as it should. This could be due to worn brake fluid that has lost its effectiveness. Brake Fluid Replacement helps restore reliability and safety to your braking system. We carefully drain the old fluid, refill the system with new fluid, and remove any air, ensuring your brakes operate smoothly and you feel confident on the road.
When Should You Consider Brake Fluid Replacement?
- The brakes feel less responsive when you press the pedal
- The brake pedal sinks or feels soft
- The brake system warning light is on
- Brake pressure is unstable while driving
- It has been more than two years since the last fluid change
- The vehicle has exceeded 50-60 thousand kilometers
- The brakes make strange noises or smell burnt
- A check revealed elevated water content in the fluid
What Does Our Procedure Include?
- Removing wheels to access the bleed valves
- Removing the brake fluid reservoir
- Draining old fluid from the entire system
- Refilling with fresh brake fluid
- Bleeding the brakes to remove air from the system
- Using diagnostic equipment for vehicles with ABS
- Checking the brake system's operation after replacement
Additional Information About the Service
Brake fluid plays a crucial role in your vehicle's safety. It transmits force from the brake pedal to the wheels, helping to stop the car. Over time, the fluid loses its properties by absorbing moisture from the air, which reduces its effectiveness and can lead to serious brake issues. Brake Fluid Replacement helps avoid such risks and keeps the system in excellent condition.
Preparation and Diagnosis
Before starting the work, we thoroughly check the level and condition of the brake fluid using special testers to determine water content. If the level exceeds acceptable limits, we recommend replacement. We also inspect the reservoir and bleed valves to ensure they are functioning correctly - this is important for properly draining the old fluid.
The Replacement Process
We carefully remove the wheels and bleed valves to access the entire system. We completely drain the old fluid while someone presses the brake pedal to bleed the system and remove air. At the same time, we add new, fresh fluid to prevent air from entering. For vehicles with ABS, we use a diagnostic tester that helps control the modulator valves, ensuring quality fluid replacement throughout all parts of the system.
Inspection and Recommendations
After the replacement, our specialists take the vehicle for a test drive to ensure the brakes are functioning properly. We check for any leaks from the bleed valves and that the brake pedal does not sink. We recommend regularly checking the fluid condition and replacing it approximately every two years or after 60 thousand kilometers of driving to avoid issues and maintain safety on the road.
