Posted on 7/27/2022
Whether your car has traditional or hydraulic brakes, keeping proper levels of brake fluid is an important form of maintenance that will keep you safe on the road. Proper levels of brake fluid are essential to braking efficiently, and without this efficiency you may not be able to stop your car in time. Causes Of Low Brake Fluid There are several reasons that your car might signal low brake fluid. When you notice a brake fluid issue, it is worth checking to see if your car is suffering any of these problems. Worn Brake Pads If your car's brake pads are worn out, your low brake fluid light may light up. This is because they aren't able to receive adequate fluid, and the pressure of the fluid will lower until it eventually causes the low brake fluid signal to light up. Leaking If there's a leak from your car's internal components, you will need to address it by finding the leak and correcting it. You can identify a leak by checking for puddles under your car. Dama ... read more