Brake Fluid: Replacement
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Subaru Outback and 2015 Subaru Legacy. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
- Do not allow brake fluid to come in contact with the painted surface of the vehicle body. If it does, wash off with water and wipe away completely.
- Prepare a container to catch grease or oil, etc. If any grease or oil spills, wipe it off and clean immediately to prevent from penetrating into floor or flowing outside.
- Avoid mixing brake fluid of different brands to prevent fluid performance from degrading.
- Be careful not to allow dirt or dust to enter the reservoir tank.
NOTE:
- During the operation, keep the reservoir tank filled with brake fluid to prevent entry of air.
- Operate the brake pedal slowly.
- For convenience and safety, perform the work with 2 people.
- The required amount of brake fluid is approximately 500 mL (16.9 US fl oz, 17.6 Imp fl oz) for the entire brake system.
- Lift up the vehicle.
- Remove all the wheels.
- Drain brake fluid from the reservoir tank.
- Refill the reservoir tank with recommended brake fluid.
Recommended brake fluid:
FMVSS No. 116, DOT3, or DOT4
Perform the same procedure as for bleeding the brake line, until new brake fluid comes out from vinyl tube. <Ref. to PROCEDURE , Air Bleeding.>