DOT 3 or DOT 4

1996 SUBARU JUSTY
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BECKO
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Can i replace the old break fluid with new DOT 4 fluid although the cap of the break fluid tank says USE DOT 3 ONLY? Will i have problems?
Jun 28, 2011 at 10:47 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Go ahead and replace it with the DOT4
Jun 28, 2011 at 11:16 AM
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BECKO
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So i won't have any problems with my break system or leaks from the break system?
Jun 28, 2011 at 12:20 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Its just an upgrade from DOT3-you shouldn't have no problem if in doubt don't replace it-read its compatibility before you do it-
Jun 28, 2011 at 12:46 PM
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BECKO
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I found a german brake fluid DOT 4 I.G.A.T and it's says that cover DOT 3 and have better fisical indicators
Jun 28, 2011 at 12:51 PM
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BECKO
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So thank you for the answer
wish you the best ;)
Jun 28, 2011 at 12:57 PM
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MERLIN2021
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as long as you don't use DOT 5 which is silicon based and foams in abs systems you're ok.
Jul 1, 2011 at 8:34 AM