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Often times you will need to bleed the brake system with brake repair. You should bleed and flush your brakes, every two years or 24,000 miles.

Brake fluid can break down and eventually begin to absorb moisture. It has a natural ability to absorb water. This is a good thing. However, after a while, moisture can become a problem. It can contribute to corrosion on brake parts and cause premature wear. Brakes are something that you do not want to have problems with. Nothing is more important for safety, than stopping and diesel emission testing.

Bleeding brakes is not the most enjoyable of activities. It is however, one of the most important. When you bleed the brakes, you force air out of the hydraulic system. Air enters the system when certain repairs are made. Removing anything connected to the hydraulic lines will allow air to enter. It can also slowly enter over time.

When moisture enters the system, it can be replaced by air when it boils. It happens over an extended period of time. If enough water is replaced by air, it causes problems. This can cause the brakes to fail. Brake systems operate under very high pressure. Air will compress under pressure. This has a spring action.

Remove your master cylinder lid. Is the fluid murky or cloudy? It could be full of contaminants. It may a good time to flush and bleed the brakes. It is not too difficult if you have a helper.

Always make sure you get the right type of brake fluid. Your car probably uses Dot 3 fluid. However, always make sure. Check the car manual. It also may be written on the top of the master cylinder.

You will want to start with the rear wheel away from the master cylinder. Then you go to the other back wheel, then front wheel across from the master cylinder and so on. Have your assistant pump the brake pedal. Then he should press it down and hold it. It will travel to the floor when the bleeder valve is opened. You will notice air and air bubbles coming from the bleeder valve. Keep the brake pedal to the floor. Tighten the bleeder valve. Repeat until all air is removed. Go to the next wheel. Make sure you catch the brake fluid in something.

In closing

Many times, brake repair will involve bleeding air from the lines. You should flush and bleed your brakes every two years or 24,000 miles. Check your car manual for details. Bleeding is not usually complicated if you have help.

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