After checking your brake system, if you find that you have a leak or you have to bleed your brakes, you'll have to restore the brake fluid in your master cylinder to its proper level. Here are some ...

The Actron brake bleeder is the best way to bleed motorcycle brakes that we have found so far. It’s a bit tricky to use, but once you figure out how to get the hose to fit the bleed nipple, it works ...

It isn't exactly common practice but most Hondas' brake fluid should be flushed-or bled-every 30,000 miles or so.It'll also need to be performed any time the system is opened, like when changing brake ...

Not even new brake pads can save you from the dreaded soft brake pedal. Maybe you noticed that you still have to press your brake pedal far into the floorboard to stop even after swapping out your ...

Is it necessary to flush the brake fluid after 20,000 miles, as my Mercedes dealer recommends? I recommend this routine service for every motor vehicle. Historically, domestic carmakers haven’t listed ...

Alright, so I was into the dealer the other day, having a warranty item fixed on my 2007 Mazda 3 hatchback. This was the selling dealer, whom I rarely visit, since they're 4hrs away from where I now ...

Owning a big SUV with faulty brakes is not such a good idea, as it may lead to personal (or other road users) injury by not being able to stop in normal conditions. Apart from worn brake pads and ...

Speed kills, brakes save. Make sure the hydraulic brake system on your motorcycle(s) is in tip-top shape with these helpful pro tips. Learn how to effectively purge dirty fluid with the clear stuff.

Q: I want to flush the brake system, and this will take several bottles of DOT 3 fluid (DOT 3 is embossed on the reservoir top). What do you think of picking a plain DOT 3 fluid by price? Or, asked ...

Q: I own a 2020 Subaru Forester. The maintenance guide suggests a brake fluid flush every 30,000 miles/24 months. I have never owned any vehicle that has recommended this with such frequency. The ...

42K miles and five years, and the brake fluid is dark and the pedal has been feeling a bit soft lately. <BR><BR>A fresh flush of Dot 3 later, and a happy, noticeable difference. Firmer on the pedal ...

After 25 years of faithfully patronizing my highly competent mechanics, I fear that they are getting nervous about their approaching retirement. I have always trusted them, and they have always done a ...