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JDA8338 PT 10 0006 Choose the Right Brake Fluid It Does Matter All vehicles Choosing which type DOT 3 4 or 5 of brake fluid for your brake system Does it really matter YES It s very important the fluid specified by the original vehicle manufacturers must be used DOT 3 4 brake fluid is a mineral based fluid DOT 5 is silicone based Never mix the two types DO NOT use DOT 5 in a vehicle equipped with ABS Anti Lock Brake System Foaming of the fluid will occur due to the pulsed high pressure action of the ABS system under braking To determine which fluid should be used for your vehicle simply consult the shop manual or look on the master cylinder lid or reservoir body If two different brake fluids have been mixed the brake system should be flushed and fresh brake fluid recommended by the vehicle s manufacturer should be installed Application Problem Caution Solution Brake Fluid Specifications Located on Lid