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Brake Fluid Replacement in Paignton

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PRESTON GARAGE
2 CEDAR ROAD, PRESTON, PAIGNTON, TQ3 2DD
186 Reviews
Established 65 years ago,

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Brake Fluid Replacement FROM £60

Preston Garage is a leading business established 65 years ago, providing all sorts of garage services in Torbay and South Devon. Our business was established 65 years ago and has been one of Torbay 's major MOT testing stations ever since. Here at Preston Garage our aim is to provide an excellen...

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Motec South West Ltd
Unit 11, Torbay Business Park, Woodview Road, Paignton, TQ4 7HP
125 Reviews
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Brake Fluid Replacement FROM £40

Specialising in all makes and models, from Cars to Vans. Torbay, Motec South West Ltd should be your first choice for repairing any faults affecting the running of your vehicle. Our trusted and experienced garage in Paignton is renowned in Devon for offering competitive prices on all our services th...

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Snows Toyota Paignton
59 Totnes Road,, Paignton, Torbay, TQ3 3RE
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Brake Fluid Replacement FROM £65

Maximise the lifespan and value of your car with regular car servicing at Snows Motor Group. Our expert technicians are trained to service any make and model of car using the latest techniques and diagnostic equipment and are committed to providing a friendly, straightforward and honest service.

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?

This might sound like a question with an obvious answer: you need a garage that can service or repair your car quickly and at a good price. But think again and you may realise there are other factors that affect your choice of garage in Paignton. If you need to bring your son or daughter with you when you take your car in, are there toys in the waiting room? If you’re dropping the car off between school and work, can you pick up a cup of coffee while you’re there? Might the garage even collect your car and drop it back at your house after the work is done? You can find answers to all these questions on BookMyGarage.

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