Correct brake fluid for SBC

yinujim

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Hi is DOT 4 ok for SBC brakes on a 211 or will I have to get DOT 4 Plus?

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It'll tell you on the cap of the brake fluid reservoir. Most likely dot 4 .
 

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I bought some Pagid Dot 4 low viscosity fluid from Eurocarparts recently. From what I could tell that is essentially Dot 4 plus.
 
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No point buying 5 litres , once you open it ,it's absorbing moisture.
Mercedes mention it needs 3L brake fluid for the procedure. Works out cheaper.
 


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