How Do You Change Brake Fluid In A Honda Accord?
Changing the brake fluid is also known as bleeding the brakes, which entails getting old brake fluid out of the brake system and getting all the air out. You need to bleed the brakes every time you replace the brake pads, or every 2 to 3 years, to get new fluid in the brake system. The brake fluid becomes contaminated with dirt and metal particles from the moving parts in the master cylinder and calipers. You will need 2 people to complete this task. Remove the cover on the master cylinder, which is located under the hood in the rear of the engine. Suck the old brake fluid out of the master cylinder with a turkey baster, and fill the master cylinder with new brake fluid to within 1/4 inch of the top. The only recommended brake fluid for a Honda Accord is Honda Brake Fluid Dot 3. Put the cover back on the master cylinder, but do not lock it. You will need to refill the master cylinder throughout this process. Spray the bleeder screws on all wheels with oil to help loosen old bleeders th
