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ABS Reliability and Repair Costs
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Most if not all of the European makes require it, but only some of the Japanese do (Honda yes, Toyota no, for example), and NONE of the domestics call for it.
Why is this?
Important
- Always store brake fluid in a closed container. Re-seal containers immediately after use. Do not use brake fluid left in an open or improperly sealed container because it absorbs moisture or can become contaminated.
Flushing the System
- Flushing is essential if there is water, mineral oil, or other contaminants in the system....etc, etc.
What it DOESN'T mention is that there will be water in the system and the concentration can increaase up to 2-3% annually. Go figure.
Why would a manufacturer worry about what happens afterwards? Most new buyers trade after a few years before whatever warranty they decided is up!
What responsibility does the OEM have on a used second hand car.......there is a massive amount of maintenance info available to those who search it out.
Generally the problem has been exerbated by the Marketing departments trend to talk about 100,000 miles and the extremely small print concerning maintenance.