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I would say any fluid could act as a coolant. Brake fluid DOT 3, 4 and 5.1 is a polyethylene glycol based fluid. DOT 5 is a silicone based fluid. DOT 3, 4 and 5.1 will absorb water, reduce its boiling point and degrade its performance.
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Can you use brake fluid as power steering fluid?
No!
Why won't the brake warning light go off?
Four Possible reasons... Low brake fluid - check the brake fluid level in the master cylinder Emergency brake is on - check emergency brake Low brake fluid pressure - such as a broken brake line or a bad wheel cylinder. Check the master cylinder to see if it is empty. If you add fluid and pump the pedal you will probably see brake fluid on the ground or on the inside of the tires. Possibly a bad master cylinder. - The fluid will stay full but you will have no or little brake pressure. Could be air in the system as well. BE CAREFUL If you happen to add power steering fluid or transmission fluid to the master cylinder instead of brake fluid you will destroy the system. Make sure you use ONLY brake fluid and clean the master cylinder cap off with a clean rag first so no dirt gets into the braking system.
Is there a brake fluid sealer that works for brake fluid leaks?
NO, the problem needs to be properly repaired. its not like an oil or antifreeze leak. the basic principle of a brake system is the free movement of fluid through the brake lines. an additive to this system to "stop" a leak would ruin the whole system and be catastrophic to fix. brake leaks are generally an affordable fix.
What is DOT 2 brake fluid?
It is a castor oil based brake fluid. Do not mix with systems requiring Dot 3 or Dot 4 which are glycol based.
What does it mean when my brake light stays on?
It probably means that there is a problem with the electrical connection between the brake ligts and the brake pad and so it does not light when one brakes. Another possibility is that there could be a real serious defect in the braking system e.g. the brake fluid tubes.AnswerIt means a lot of things, but the most common and simplest is that one of the brake light bulbs burned out. Honda puts two in each brake light so you don't get rear-ended on the freeway or pulled over by the cops before you can get to the auto parts store, but check your brake lights by pulling each bulb, inspecting it and cleaning the socket. It could also mean the brake fluid is low. The most common reason for this is that the brake fluid in the reservoir goes down as your brake pads wear our. Warn pads often result in low fluid and a brake warning light. Check your fluid level. If its low don't fill it. First, check your brake pads front and rear to see if they are worn out. If you fill the reservoir and then replace the pads, you will spill fluid out of the reservoir when you push the pistons back in the calipers.The other most common brake light indication is if the emergency (parking) brake is engaged. Check to make sure it is released.I have to disagree with the second answer. Normal brake wear will NOT cause a lower fluid level. The brake indicator on usually always means low fluid in the brake system. Blown light bulbs in the brake circuit will NOT cause a brake light to come on. It is only something directly related to the brake system. Brake Fluid is the monitored component in the brake system. It also will give an ABS light with LOW FLUID,,,,possibly indicating a leak.
What is floor leak front drivers side on 1989 Olds Cutlass Ciera brake fluid or coolant?
This is an easy one... Is the fluid green? if it is, it's coolant.. if not, its brake fluid.
What if you put coolant in brake fluid tank?
THe fluid will need flushed and changed.
Fluids you put in the car?
Oil, Antifreeze, Power steering fluid, brake fluid, transmission fluid, coolant...
What material is part of brake fluid that is also in automotive coolant?
Glycol
What will happen if you accidentally pour brake fluid into coolant reservoir?
Brake fluid can corrode your water pump. If you didn't start the engine after installing the brake fluid, then pump the reservoir empty, flush it with water and refill it with proper coolant. If you DID start it, you need to flush the whole cooling system.
What material is part of brake fluid that is also part of automotive coolant?
Glycol
Name three parts of car which are liquid?
gas, oil, brake fluid, coolant
How do you change fluid n 91 dodge shadow?
What fluid? Engine oil, transmission oil, power steering oil, coolant fluid, brake fluid.
What are different types of fluid?
In vehicles: Differential Usually 90 Weight gear oil Transfer case (if 4wd) Transmission Fluid Power steering fluid Windshield washer fluid Brake Fluid Coolant Fluid (antifreeze) Motor Oil Brake Fluid
What is leaking near the passenger front tire on a 2000 Toyota corolla?
coolant, motor oil, power steering fluid, transmission fluid, brake fluid?
Can you add water to the radiator if brake fluid was added?
The brake fluid must be flushed out as soon as possible If you have to add water keep going its OK Drain and change the coolant as soon as possible.
How much fluid do you put in a 2004 Pontiac sunfire?
Which fluid are you referring to? Engine oil? Transaxle fluid? Power steering fluid? Coolant? Brake fluid? We need more info, please.
