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Brake Fluid Replacement in Saint Helens

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AutoSafetyCentre - St Helens

Lowe Street, St Helens, WA10 2QU

419 Reviews

86.31% Completion Rate

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Good local reputationCompetitive pricing with good serviceClass 4 MOT
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Opening Hours

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

Brake Fluid Replacement:£50

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AutoSafetyCentre - Haydock

Vicarage Road, Haydock, Haydock, WA11 0UJ

191 Reviews

87.92% Completion Rate

Loan Car

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Class 4, 5 and 7 MOT testingLatest diagnostic equipmentHybrid and electric vehicle qualified.
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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:£80

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I C AUTOS

UNIT 1, GLOVER STREET, ST HELENS, WA10 3LF

179 Reviews

86.53% Completion Rate

Loan Car

Collect & Deliver

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Trading for 15 yearsOffering payment assistRAC Approved Garage

Opening Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

Brake Fluid Replacement:£54

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Servicing Pro By VNW Ltd

Haydock Lane, Haydock Industrial Estate, St Helens, WA11 9UY

58 Reviews

87% Completion Rate

Loan Car

Collect & Deliver

Customer Drop-off

Opening Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

Brake Fluid Replacement:£125

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FL Autos

2A Ward Street, St Helens, Merseyside, WA10 2RX

21 Reviews

73.33% Completion Rate

Loan Car

Collect & Deliver

Customer Drop-off

Blue Light & OAP discountSame Day MOT & Services AvailableTime Served Mechanic's

Opening Hours

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

Brake Fluid Replacement:£70

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Formula One Autocentre St Helens (formerly Equipe)

Atlas Street, St Helens, WA9 1JY

43 Reviews

76.34% Completion Rate

Loan Car

Collect & Deliver

Customer Drop-off

Opening Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Saturday: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Brake Fluid Replacement:£40

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H&R Motors

H&R Motors Ward Street, St Helens, WA10 2RX

23 Reviews

63.58% Completion Rate

Loan Car

Collect & Deliver

Customer Drop-off

NHS DiscountMilitary and forces discount

Opening Hours

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

Brake Fluid Replacement:£45

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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?

You may live within walking distance of a garage which offers most of the services you need. However, by sticking with the nearest garage in Saint Helens you could be missing out on a better deal. What if a garage with a collection / drop off service or courtesy car could do the same job at a good price, without the inconvenience of losing your car for the duration of the repair? BookMyGarage allows you to search for local garages which offer this facility, and compare their prices, all in one session.