My brake fluid looks too brown to me to let it stay in there so I need to change it. Problem is that I've never done it before. I did a search in the forum but couldn't find a write up. Anyone know where I could find step by step instructions? Is it necessary to remove the wheels for a brake fluid change?

 

Thanks for the help.

 

PS My car passed emissions test today

Yes wheels need to come off. If the fluid is very old, it's a good idea to raise the whole car at once, either on a shop lift or on four jack stands, and remove all the wheels. That way you can work you way around the car twice, quite fast. Twice round is better than pumping lots of fluid through on a single round, imho.

 

I am too tired right now to do a full write up. Suffice to say that you will need one litre of new brake fluid, WD40 or similar for the nipples on the brake calipers, and good tools. Especially for loosening the nipples, it's a royal pain if they strip. You would also do well to have another person to help you, someone whom you trust to work on your brakes.

When pumping fluid using the brake pedal, dont let it go all the way to the floor.

Thanks for the reply, I think I'll let the shop do it since I'm taking it in anyway and I can't raise the whole vehicle.

 

Cheers