SAFETY TIPS

• Never reuse brake fluid that has been drained from the brake system or even fresh fluid that has been allowed to set in an open container. Brake fluid that is exposed to the atmosphere is quickly contaminated by dust, air and moisture. Brake fluid is hygroscopic -- it absorbs moisture. If moisture enters the brake fluid, it will freeze and form tiny ice crystals at low temperatures or it will vaporize and form tiny bubbles at high temperatures. In the first case, the flow of brake fluid will be impeded; in the second, the bubbles will absorb foot pressure. Either situation prevents full activation of the brakes. Even without temperature extremes, absorbed moisture could cause brake parts to rust. Finally, oxygen in the air oxidizes the brake fluid and reduces its boiling point also. This can also cause soft brakes at high temperatures. Treat brake fluid with great care.
• Never use brake fluid with DOT rating lower than that recommended in your owner's manual. A brake fluid with a low DOT rating could boil and cause soft brakes.
• Never clean brake system components with mineral-based solvents such as kerosene, gasoline, acetone or paint thinner. Such fluids will damage rubber cups and seals by causing them to soften, distort, or swell. Your brake system can then fail.

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