Brake Fluid Exchange

Brake Fluid Exchange with Findlay Kia

At Findlay Kia, you can get routine vehicle services, like brake fluid exchanges, taken care of quickly and affordably. Our dealership is conveniently located in Las Vegas, near the intersection of West Sahara Avenue and South Edmond Street. In addition to providing service to Kia owners in Las Vegas, we also provide service to motorists in Paradise, Spring Valley, and Henderson. All of our services are completed by Kia factory-trained technicians, including brake fluid exchanges.

Purpose of Kia Brake Fluid

The brake fluid in your vehicle serves numerous key purposes for the functioning of your brakes. The primary role of brake fluid is to transfer force to your brakes when you push on your brake pedal. Another brake fluid function is absorbing the moisture produced by the hydraulic system of the braking mechanism. Brake fluid is also formulated to prevent the development of corrosion within the braking system.

Brake Fluid Exchange Process

Brake fluid degrades over time as it absorbs moisture. That's why it needs to be changed periodically. During the brake fluid exchange process, the brake fluid reservoir is drained and refilled with fresh, new brake fluid. This is a simple procedure that can make a big difference in the condition of a vehicle's braking system over time.

Importance of Replacing Brake Fluid

Numerous malfunctions can occur if you continue to drive your vehicle with old and degraded brake fluid. For one thing, the effectiveness of your brakes can be reduced if your brake fluid level gets low. Also, corrosion can start to develop within your braking system if your brake fluid is degraded.

Recommended Schedule For Brake Fluid Service

It's best to consult with your mechanic or look at your owner's manual to find the recommended service interval for brake fluid exchange for your Kia model. However, you can probably expect the recommended time frame between brake fluid service to be around once every 30,000 miles. In between brake fluid exchange appointments, you also want to have your brake fluid level checked during routine inspections.