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Old 01-11-2019, 06:01 PM
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Be careful not NOT mix DOT 5 fluid with DOT 3, DOT 4 etc. fluids.

DOT 5.1. is OK though...

DOT 3, 4 and 5.1 are glycol-based.

It's a bit confusing...

DOT 5 is silicone-based and will NOT mix with the others - it can result in blocked brake systems.
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