Replacing brake fluid

The team at FIX SERVICE once asked drivers around Brooklyn a simple question - when was the last time someone recommended replacing your brake fluid. Most people said they had never been offered this service. However brake fluid is hygroscopic, which means it naturally absorbs moisture from the air over time. In a city like New York, where humidity levels can be relatively high, this process happens even faster. Moisture contamination lowers the boiling point of the fluid and can reduce braking performance. Modern vehicles and especially hybrid braking systems are particularly sensitive to brake fluid condition because hydraulic and electronic systems work together. Most manufacturers recommend replacing brake fluid about every 2 years or around 40,000 miles. The exact interval can vary slightly depending on the type of brake fluid and the vehicle manufacturer, but overall the recommended service interval is very similar for most vehicles. At FIX SERVICE we always recommend checking the condition of brake fluid and replacing it when necessary, because proper brake system maintenance is critical for vehicle safety.