During a typical oil change, a mechanic will check the other fluids in your car. Simply ask next time you get an oil change done to find out where the reservoir is.
Labeling containers is the safest way to ensure it does not accidentally get used again. Be sure to recycle your old brake fluid. Consult your local government to see where you can drop it off.
Bleeder valves look different for different types of brakes, but they are typically a hex bolt shape with a nozzle-type extension off the front. A web search for your car’s model may help you identify them specifically. Using a box-end wrench (often 5⁄16 inch (7. 9 mm)) that fits the bleeder bolt, check that you can loosen the bleeder valves. Leave them closed though. A little oil drizzled or sprayed on the bolts the day before will help to loosen them. [5] X Research source If the oil does not help, seek professional help. Breaking a bleeder valve will cause some costly damage. Do not use a crescent wrench. You do not want to strip the valve, rounding the edges to loosen and tighten again.
After parking on a flat surface and chocking the wheels, use the jack at each tire (making sure they jack is on the frame, not the paneling). Place a jack stand under the frame after lifting each section to keep the car in the air. Have your assistant get into the car now before you get underneath the car. That way if any rocking occurs, you will both be safe.
If you do not see air bubbles, don’t worry. They may be dispersing somewhere else. At the very least, you will be clearing the old brake fluid out.
The calling back and forth will ensure you are both certain that the brake is pressed or not when it needs to be.
Note: Warn your helper that the brake pedal they are pressing down will sink down as you unlock the bleeder bolt a quarter turn. This is perfectly natural, and your helper needs to keep pressure until it stops and hold it down.
It can take up to 8 or 10 cycles to fully clear the line, especially for the further away tires.
