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Refuse1 · 05-03-2011, 07:29 PM

Ok, lots of threads dealing with the need to change brake fluid, but not much mention of what type of fluid. I saw one post indicating DOT 3 synthetic. What is the best replacement fluid to use?

Thanks,

Jeff

Old Scout · 05-03-2011, 08:35 PM

Opinions vary but either DOT 3 or 4 will work [think our 2003 came with DOT 3 but DOT 4 is advertised as being better for disc brake heating issues. Seems pretty much all brake fluid is now "synthetic."

Algoma · 05-03-2011, 08:37 PM

DOT 3 or 4. Most brands are synthetic. Don't use DOT 5 !

OldForester · 05-03-2011, 09:23 PM

Redlands Truck Service used Valvoline Premium Synthetic Brake Fluid in mine two year ago when they our brake flush, and it has worked fine.

wa8yxm · 05-04-2011, 08:26 AM

The Redlands recommendation carries a lot of weight with me..

I will only repeat one of the warnings. There are basically TWO types of brake fluid (It appears DOT-5 is the other type) and they do not mix well, in fact never mix them at all.

3 or 4 sholud do, And I'd listen to what Redlands used, those folks know RV's well..