Brake Fluid Change – Colchester

At Roy Tolley Express Service in Colchester, we provide reliable brake fluid changes to ensure your brakes run as effectively and safely as possible.

Why do I need my brake fluid changing?

In any part of your vehicle, fluid that’s been used for too long will get contaminated, and this can reduce performance and protection of neighbouring parts.

• Maintain maximum braking performance
• Protect expensive braking components from corrosion
• Reduce the risk of brake fade
• Improve overall vehicle safety
• Comply with the manufacturer’s maintenance schedules

What does brake fluid do?

The fluid in your hydraulic brake system transfers the force from your brake pedal to the brakes themselves. You can imagine this as a flood through a tunnel. Over time, the brake fluid naturally absorbs moisture from the atmosphere, which contaminates it and reduces its effectiveness. Even a little bit of water diluting it – as little as 3.5% water content – can reduce brake fluid performance by up to 40%.

Brake fluid is specifically formulated to:

• resist moisture contamination
• prevent vapour lock and brake fade
• protect internal brakes components from rust and corrosion
• withstand the high temperatures generated by friction during braking

When do I need my brake fluid changing?

It’s important to get it replaced regularly, and most manufacturers recommend replacing it every two years, regardless of mileage. At Roy Tolley Express Service, we check your brake fluid with every service.

Brake Fluid Change at Roy Tolley Express Service

At Roy Tolley Express Service, our fully trained technicians follow our best practice order of work for brake fluid changes:

1. Remove the old brake fluid – as much as possible is removed from the master cylinder reservoir
2. Refill with fresh, manufacturer-approved brake fluid
3. Flush the brake system, including the calliper or wheel calliper is flushed to remove contaminated fluid from the entire brake system
4. Bleed the brakes to remove any trapped air and ensure optimum brake feel and performance
5. Check fluid levels throughout the process
6. Final inspection to make sure everything is operating correctly and safely.

Environmentally Responsible Disposal

As part of our commitment to the environment, all waste brake fluid is collected and disposed of through approved recycling and waste management channels in accordance with environmental regulations.

Along with our decades-long reputation for excellence, Roy Tolley Express Service is affiliated with many respected automotive organisations, including The Motor Ombudsman, the IMI, Castrol, 1TEC Auto Hub, and the DPF Doctor. These affiliations provide new customers with reassurance and peace of mind when choosing us for the first time.

To find out more about Brake Fluid Change in Colchester, contact us online, or call us directly on 01206 245525.

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