Why does my brake fluid smell like dot4?
The brakes caught on fire, and upon closer inspection the seals were practicaly non-existent. I brought the caliper to a different harley dealer, looking for a rebuild kit and to try and figure out what could have caused the problem, and they mentioned that the caliper smelled like DOT4 fluid.
Is it bad to mix brake fluid in 1987 FXRS?
Check the cap on the cylinder, it should tell you or the owners or factory manual will tell you also. YES, mixing is VERY bad. In my 1987 fxrs it says right on the master cylinder caps DOT 5 only. DOT 5 is standard for that year. Most, if not all, after market brake parts for that year are DOT 5.
What kind of brake fluid does a Harley Davidson use?
Discussion in ‘ Softail Models ‘ started by taweste, Aug 20, 2008 . I stopped at a harley dealer one day because I needed primary oil and brake fluid. I did not know what type of brake fluid I needed so I asked the worker at the parts counter. She called someone for help, and after a short discussion she told me that I would need DOT4 brake fluid.
Can you mix DOT 4 and 5 brake fluid?
Dot 4 and 5 should NEVER be mixed. It will turn into sludge in the system like BB’s. A complete disassembly and rebuild of the entire system is in order using the proper fluid for the bike. Usually the cap will tell you what is on the system on the brake cylinders. Here’s some reading on the fluids. Thanks for the quick reply.
What are the lines on a brake fluid reservoir?
On most newer cars, the reservoir is transparent, with lines marked “Min” and “Max”; the brake fluid level should fall between these lines. Cars older than the 1980s may have metal reservoirs, requiring you to remove the reservoir cap.
What should I do if my brake fluid is brown?
It is also possible to have the brake fluid reservoir full and not have the brake fluid reaching the master cylinder. If your brakes feel spongy even with the reservoir full, take your car to a mechanic. Check the brake fluid color. Normally, brake fluid is brown.
How to check the condition of brake fluid?
Checking the Brake Fluid Condition 1. Check the brake fluid color. Normally, brake fluid is brown. If the fluid looks dark or black, it may need to be… 2. Dip a chemical test strip into the fluid. As brake fluid ages, its corrosion inhibitors break down. Test strips check… 3. Test for moisture
Why is my brake fluid not going into the master cylinder?
As brake pads wear down, brake fluid can channel itself out of the brake lines into the calipers. It is also possible to have the brake fluid reservoir full and not have the brake fluid reaching the master cylinder. If your brakes feel spongy even with the reservoir full, take your car to a mechanic. Check the brake fluid color.
