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How do you change brake fluid in a Nissan Altima?
I know it’s getting close to the time I need to have the brake fluid changed in my Nissan Altima. I’m pretty handy with cars, so I’m curious to see if I could do it myself to save some money. How do you change brake fluid in a Nissan Altima?
Payton Ternus · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Changing brake fluid is essential to the efficiency and operation of your car’s brake system.
Brake fluid absorbs contaminants over time and causes the brakes to be less efficient. Replacing it with clean brake fluid makes sure your brakes work at peak performance and have a long lifespan.
- Use a baster to remove the contaminated brake fluid from the reservoir in the master cylinder
- Use a cloth to clean the reservoir if you have access to it
- Add new brake fluid to the reservoir and fill to the “Full” line
Make sure you consult your owner’s manual to see what kind of brake fluid you’ll need!
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