Brake Fluid Change

Discussion in 'Gen 4 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting' started by David E. Edwards, Jul 26, 2018.

  1. David E. Edwards

    David E. Edwards Junior Member

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    On other cars I have been able to flush the brake fluid by draining as much as possible from the master brake reservoir and opening one or more bleeder valves. While this procedure is going on, keeping the reservoir filled with fresh brake fluid.
    Will this procedure work on a Gen 4 Prius?
     
    #1 David E. Edwards, Jul 26, 2018
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    JimboPalmer Tsar of all the Rushers

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    No. Prius brakes are complex. (Regenerative, Friction, Engine,etc.) Whenever the test strips indicate you need new fluid, I would take it to a hybrid mechanic. It is not a 'shade tree' system.

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    #3 JimboPalmer, Jul 26, 2018
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