brake fluid dirty, how can siphon it out and replace it with new fluid?

2002 CHEVROLET BLAZER
180,000 MILES • 4.3L • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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JOE THE MARINE
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how my vehicle inspected the mechanic says my brake fluid is dirty. Can i just siphon out whatever is in the reservoir and just add new, fresh fluid? i know this is something i can do, and not get a charge of $55.00 for the service. Seems very simple to do, what do you think?
Dec 22, 2023 at 4:46 AM
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Yep, it is simple to do, and we have a guide and video to help you with the steps so you can do it yourself and save money.

https://youtu.be/w7gUsj2us0U?si=KOeABCeYlyY5yO_p

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-bleed-or-flush-a-car-brake-system

Please don't allow the brake master to get so low on fluid that it sucks air in, that makes the job harder than it needs to be. Let us know if you need anything else.
Dec 22, 2023 at 11:59 AM