What happens if you put antifreeze in the brake fluid?
Well, short term, nothing, the brakes will work fine. They will boil much sooner than brake fluid would under heavy use, so you must be careful, but you can drive the car. This is because water is actually far more compatible with brake fluid than most oils, which will destroy every seal and hose in the brake system.
Why does the Honda Accord brake system flush?
When you push the brake pedal, the brake fluid causes the brake pads to press against the rotors, making the car slow down and stop. Over time, the brake fluid absorbs air, moisture, sludge and other contaminants and gets contaminated. Air in the brake fluid causes braking to feel spongy and significantly reduces braking efficiency.
How often do you change brake fluid in a Honda Accord?
Brake fluid changes are not mileage-dependent. They are based on time. Honda recommends every 3 years. $180 sounds high. Brake fluid changes are not mileage-dependent. They are based on time. Honda recommends every 3 years. $180 sounds high.
What kind of brake fluid does a Honda use?
Honda OEM brake fluid is junk. Holds water easily and will get dark and even green on you fast. Get some Motul 660 brake fluid. It can work with your current dot 4 or can be totally changed out. It can take a beating and truly go years before needing replaced.
Do you have to flush the brake fluid?
The risk you take paying the dealer to “flush” the brake fluid is they may only take out most of the fluid in the reservoir, fill it back up and call it a day, you would never be the wiser that they had NOT flushed the old fluid out of the brake lines and calipers….
Do you have to change brake fluid on a Honda Accord?
This article applies to the Honda Accord (1990-2002). Changing the brake fluid is an important part of your Accord’s routine maintenance, but many vehicles never have their brake fluid changed, and that can lead to eventual brake failure. You can do it yourself using components you already have lying around.
When to change brake fluid in Honda 9th Gen?
Took my 9th gen in to get an oil change and tire rotation. Service writer says that at 30k miles, I was suppose to have the brake fluid changed as part of the maintenance schedule.
How often should you change your brake fluid?
Brake fluid, 3 years first, every 2 afterward. Honda’s recommended bleed procedure is LF, RF, RR, LR. You’ll get a lot more fluid out quicker out the fronts, especially if you gravity bleed at first.
The risk you take paying the dealer to “flush” the brake fluid is they may only take out most of the fluid in the reservoir, fill it back up and call it a day, you would never be the wiser that they had NOT flushed the old fluid out of the brake lines and calipers….