Brakes

1999 FORD EXPLORER
207,000 MILES
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RMOORE09
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Hello, I was told that I need a brake fluid flush. My brake fluid came out saying it had 200 copper parts per million. My vehicle has 207000 miles and it has never had new brake fluid. Should I change the fluid now and if I dont what damage can it cause?
Dec 23, 2011 at 10:42 PM
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SATURNTECH9
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If its never been changed i would change it brake fluid gets water in it and water causes rust to inside the wheel cylinders and calipers causing leaks.It will also cause the fluid to boil at a lower temps causing a loss to braking power.
Dec 23, 2011 at 10:53 PM
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