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swebster · 09-13-2005, 05:20 PM

Alan,
I've read that you should change it every two years. Anyone else heard or know the change interval? That's part of the reason why I bought the super dooper vacuum brake bleeder kit. Figured it would make this rather un-enjoyable process a little more tolerable.

overlander63 · 09-13-2005, 05:53 PM

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Originally Posted by swebster

Alan,
I've read that you should change it every two years. Anyone else heard or know the change interval? That's part of the reason why I bought the super dooper vacuum brake bleeder kit. Figured it would make this rather un-enjoyable process a little more tolerable.

24 months, 30,000 miles, or when it becomes discolored. Brake fluid is alcohol based, and tends to absorb moisture. This is a problem for vehicles driven only occasionally (like motor homes), or vehicles stored in humid climates (like the Southeast US).

swebster · 09-13-2005, 07:37 PM

Bled the rears tonight. Wow....UUUGGGLLLLYYYY fluid. I like the vacuum pump. Pulled about two big cans of new fuild through the system. Got into the third can on the last brake.

Also pulled the calipers on all four corners to check pads. Found the inner front passenger pad detached from the backing. Also notice this rotor was dragging heavily on the brake. I could still turn it by hand, but could it be the problem?

Off to AutoZone to get new pads. Funny...this all started with "I better top off the brake fluid".

swebster · 09-19-2005, 02:00 PM

Just to close this out. We went on a quick camping trip this weekend and everything worked great. In fact I also noticed my left front wheel bearing was a little loose when I replaced the pads.

Brakes worked great, and a number of smaller rattles from the front end are now gone. Fluid level was exactly where I left it after 180 miles round trip.

Thanks, as always, to everyone for their opinions, experience and advice. Once again the forum saves.

Off to Vegas this week....yeee haaa!