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Brake Fluid Replacement in Reading

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LD Garage Services

36, Bennet Road, Reading, RG2 0QX

265 Reviews

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RAC Approved GarageAA Approved garage

Opening Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

Brake Fluid Replacement:£70 - £72

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BENTEN AUTO EXPERTS LIMITED

BENTEN AUTO EXPERTS LTD (( NEXT TO READING BUSES ), 1 TUNBRIDGE JONES BUSINESS PARK, READING, RG2 0JT

164 Reviews

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Monthly repayment options availableMOT £25 with a Major service

Opening Hours

Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM to 6:30 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

Brake Fluid Replacement:£60 - £70

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SONNING COMMON GARAGE LTD

PEPPARD ROAD, SONNING COMMON, READING, RG4 9SU

451 Reviews

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Trusted since 1960Family run with decades of experience

Opening Hours

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

Brake Fluid Replacement:£69

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Cardiff Road Tyres & Mechanical Repairs

173 Cardiff Rd, Reading, RG1 8HD

281 Reviews

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one-stop shop for of your vehicle needsBODYWORK options available

Opening Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Saturday: 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Brake Fluid Replacement:£55

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Servicing Master Centre

145 Cardiff Road, Reading, RG1 8JF

412 Reviews

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Opening Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Brake Fluid Replacement:£45

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Vertu Mercedes-Benz Reading

Richfield Avenue, Reading, RG1 8EQ

89 Reviews

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Opening Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

Brake Fluid Replacement:£94.8

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Japanese Hybrid Car Parts Ltd

Unit 1-3 Trafford Rd, Reading, RG1 8JP

6 Reviews

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Top-notch services

Opening Hours

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

Brake Fluid Replacement:£70

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JK Auto Works

175 Cardiff Road, Reading, RG1 8HD

22 Reviews

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All your vehicle needsOffer a professional service

Opening Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM to 6:30 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM to 6:30 PM
Sunday: Closed

Brake Fluid Replacement:£70

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F A Autos

Unit 6, 125 Highgrove Street, Reading, RG1 5EJ

3 Reviews

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Opening Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

Brake Fluid Replacement:£70

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Best West Autos

12-18 School Road, Rear of Asda Petrol Station, Tilehurst, RG31 5AL

6 Reviews

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Opening Hours

Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Saturday: 9:15 AM to 5:30 PM
Sunday: Closed

Brake Fluid Replacement:£69

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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.

 

Driving in Reading

Located in the Thames Valley to the west of London, Reading in Berkshire is not too well-known as one of Britain’s must-visit towns. However, once you get there, you’ll discover a surprising amount of things to see and do. It is sometimes described as being on London’s commuter belt but the influx of daily traffic outweighs the outflow due to the large number of tech companies and international businesses which have made Reading their home.