How much brake fluid will I need?

[RPX5]

Hey, how many liters of brake fluid will I need after a complete brake line bleed? I did a search, and came up with pages upon pages, but no (quick reference) info on necessary volume. Maybe someone can shoot a quick number at me!

Thanks!

[NY98M3]

Anyone?

[chefwong]

Buy 2 Liters. I can't recall if it was just shy of 1 liter or just a tad bit more than 1 litre...

YMMV depending on how much you bleed out but 2 liters should be more than sufficient.
I'd go with ATE Gold or Blue (get opposite of what color you have in your system right now*. This way you know where the difference in fluid is coming out.

However, bear in mind ATE Blue will stain your tank

[DZeckhausen]

Originally Posted by RPX5

Hey, how many liters of brake fluid will I need after a complete brake line bleed? I did a search, and came up with pages upon pages, but no (quick reference) info on necessary volume. Maybe someone can shoot a quick number at me!

Thanks!

If you're going to be cracking open the system (e.g., replacing lines or installing new calipers) then get two liters. If it's just a maintenance bleed, then a single 1 liter can will suffice.

For the best results, avoid pressure bleeding or vacuum bleeding. Instead, follow the "performance" bleed instructions here: Bleeding Brakes, which will yield the firmest possible pedal.