[Author Prev][Author Next][Thread Prev][Thread Next][Author Index][Thread Index] Re: Silicone brake fluid
> << > I thought I had seen something a while back about using silicone brake > fluid. However, searching the archives, I could find nothing. Is it ok > to use Silicone brake fluid in a 91 200 Q or will it damage the ABS? > >> > > From what I understand, DO NOT USE DOT 5 (SILICONE) BRAKE FLUID IN AUDI ABS > BRAKE SYSTEMS!!!! (Sorry to shout but this is extremely important.) Dot 5 > WILL damage critical seals within the system over time and you WILL be > replacing the master/slave cylinder, not to mention some extremely > high-dollar ABS component. ONLY use DOT 4 unless otherwise specified. Check > your owner's guide. I've never really heard any great things about DOT 5 fluid, a lot more problems than good stories, I would stay away from it. I don't think it is compatable with the exsisting fluid (and seals?), so a really good feed and bleed would have to be done. Paul 91 200q ************************************************************** Paul Waterloo TEL: (860) 267-7714 HydroAire Incorporated FAX: (860) 267-7387 875 Old Hartford Rd Colchester, CT 06415 EMAIL: 74543.407@compuserve.com **************************************************************
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