Brake Fluid: Replacement
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Subaru Tribeca. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
- Do not let brake fluid come into contact with the painted surface of the vehicle body. Wash away with water immediately and wipe off if it is spilled by accident.
- Avoid mixing brake fluids of different brands to prevent fluid performance from degrading.
- Be careful not to allow dirt or dust to enter the reservoir tank.
NOTE:
- During the operation, keep the reservoir tank filled with brake fluid to eliminate entry of air.
- Operate the brake pedal slowly.
- For convenience and safety, two people should work together.
- The required amount of brake fluid is approximately 600 m l (20 US fl oz, 21 Imp fl oz) for entire brake system.
- Lift up the vehicle and set rigid racks at the specified locations, or keep the vehicle lifted.
- Remove both the front and rear wheels.
- Drain brake fluid from the reservoir tank.
- Refill the reservoir tank with the recommended brake fluid.
Recommended brake fluid:
Refer to the specification. Refer to SPECIFICATION , General Description.
Perform the same procedure as for bleeding the brake line, until new brake fluid comes out from vinyl tube. Refer to PROCEDURE , Air Bleeding.