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Brake Fluid Replacement in Northampton

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Vertu Peugeot Northampton

Riverside Park, 2 Fortune Cl, Northampton, NN3 9HZ

107 Reviews

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Opening Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Saturday - Sunday: Closed

Brake Fluid Replacement:£49.99

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Vertu Vauxhall Northampton

Riverside Retail Park, 21 Carousel Way, Northampton, NN3 9HG

236 Reviews

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Opening Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Saturday - Sunday: Closed

Brake Fluid Replacement:£49.99

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Vertu Nissan Northampton

Carousel Way, Northampton, NN3 9HG

90 Reviews

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Opening Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Saturday - Sunday: Closed

Brake Fluid Replacement:£49.99

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Superior Auto Hub

1 Ideal House, Rothersthorpe Avenue, Northampton, NN4 8JH

10 Reviews

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MOT £19.99 with a serviceLoan car service available

Opening Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Saturday: 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

Brake Fluid Replacement:£70

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VRS Performance

50 Rothersthorpe Crescent, Rothersthorpe Industrial Estate, Northampton, NN4 8JD

22 Reviews

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German car specialistsPerformance Car SpecialistsMain dealer level diagnostics & repairs

Opening Hours

Monday - Thursday: 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Saturday - Sunday: Closed

Brake Fluid Replacement:£70

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Jam sport (UK) Ltd

2 Lower Farm Road, Moulton Park Ind Estate, Northampton, NN3 6XF

1 Reviews

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Opening Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Saturday - Sunday: Closed

Brake Fluid Replacement:£49.99

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EFT Garage

Court Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1TH

20 Reviews

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Tyres provided please inquireTop quality mechanical workMobile tyre fitting please inquire

Opening Hours

Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

Brake Fluid Replacement:£70

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Moulton Main Garage Ltd

21 Mansion Close, Moulton Park Industrial Estate, Northampton, NN3 6RU

24 Reviews

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Excellent Customer RatingsKeeping You on the Road, SafelyHonest Advice, No Hidden Costs

Opening Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Saturday - Sunday: Closed

Brake Fluid Replacement:£69.95

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Inter Car and Van

1 Letts Road,, Northampton, NN4 8HQ

39 Reviews

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Friendly, honest service.High quality tyres

Opening Hours

Monday - Thursday: 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Saturday - Sunday: Closed

Brake Fluid Replacement:£60

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DP GARAGE LTD

20 Tweed Rd, Northampton, NN5 5AJ

31 Reviews

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Opening Hours

Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

Brake Fluid Replacement:£80

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Brake Fluid Replacement

What is brake fluid?

Car brakes on your car use fluid pressure to work. When a car’s brake pedal is pushed, a plunger in the brake’s master cylinder pressurises the brake fluid that resides in the hoses and pipes to make the other components of the braking system move.

How long does brake fluid last?

This varies from car to car, but most manufacturers suggest booking a brake fluid replacement at least every couple of years. Although the fluid is in a sealed system, moisture can still find its way in. It corrodes components over time and decreases the temperature at which the fluid is supposed to boil.

Furthermore, as the internal components of the braking system wear out, debris contaminates the fluid, jamming everything up. All of this impacts on how well the brakes function, particularly in constant stop-start traffic with heavy braking and can lead to expensive brake repairs.

What are the possible signs that a car needs new, or more, brake fluid?

 

  • If the brakes on a car feel in any way as though they are not functioning correctly.
  • When the car’s brakes are spongy when pressed.
  • When fluid is new, it has a light amber colour to it, so that is what to look out for.
  • As the light amber fluid darkens, which is a sign of contamination, the need to change it increases.
  • If the fluid ever becomes darker than brown, or even black, then it should be changed immediately.

 

How long does it take to change brake fluid?

 

  • The fluid can be easily replaced in around 15-30 minutes, depending on the vehicle.

 

How much does brake fluid cost?

 

  • The fluid is relatively inexpensive, certainly compared to the cost of replacing a corroded master cylinder, so it’s important to keep an eye on it.
  • The cost can vary from vehicle to vehicle but should be less than £50.

 

What do you need from your garage?

We all have different needs, and choosing a garage is no different. For some of us, it’s the quality of the overall service which matters most; not just the work that’s done under the bonnet, but the human interaction that comes with it. BookMyGarage allows you to compare Northampton garages on everything from their waiting room refreshments or whether having your toddler in tow is going to be a problem, to how clearly the staff can explain the work your car requires.