Got message on dash to Replace the Brake Fluid! Do i must do it?

[MAK3N3]

Get a Motive Pressure Bleeder and a catch/drain bottle, don't even have to remove the wheels or at least I didn't on my E70...wait I think I removed the rears only but still the entire process was 45mins taking my time.

[bosanci28]

Originally Posted by jfoj

I also have used these copper test strips to verify the brake fluid -

Amazon.com: Phoenix Systems (3003-B) Brake Fluid Test Strips, 2 Strips Per Package, Reveals Brake Fluid Condition: Automotive

Unless you are tracking the car or really in some excessively humid areas, the brake fluid takes a while to really become contaminated.

I guess BMW wants the brake fluid to be a fresh as possible.

2 years is a smart idea, but may be excessive as well.

Lifetime transmission fluid, but every 2 years on brake fluid! Go figure. On is a safety system, but only a small percentage of cars on the road ever get brake fluid flushed on a regular basis. Some never get the fluid flushed.

Order some of those strips to check. Will see the results. I am in area where not really humid, Calif. West coast.

[bosanci28]

Originally Posted by Ozer

You can try something like this to measure. Reviews seem good for accuracy.
Can save you some money.

Got one of those too, to check.

[bosanci28]

Originally Posted by MAK3N3

Get a Motive Pressure Bleeder and a catch/drain bottle, don't even have to remove the wheels or at least I didn't on my E70...wait I think I removed the rears only but still the entire process was 45mins taking my time.

Thanks for that advice!
Now that tool there you tight the round cap to brake tank and on the other side put air pressure to push out the brake fluid? and normally need to open at 1 wheel? or must do to all wheels?
Thanks.

[bosanci28]

@ And thanks to all others that reply here and give advice. I have to call the stealer to see how much is to change it for me,and if cover by warranty.

Thanks!.

[Ozer]

Harbor freight has the brake fluid transfer tool as well, i did my E90 brakes with it in 30 mins, very easy. You will need air supply such as an air compressor. Youtube the process, its easy.

[bosanci28]

Well got the tester and the strips to check, and i don't think at this time will replace the brake fluid.

I may do it later.

Here are some pictures:






Stealers want $210 to do it, so i may get later something like this:
FIT TOOLS 2L Pneumatic Brake Oil and Fluid Extractor and Brake Bleeder Kit

or like this
STEELMAN 95212 Pneumatic Brake Fluid Extractor Kit
and do it my self so i can use for next time or other cars.

Thanks.

[noelskii]

I just got this warning today. 2007 3.0 SI 93kmiles

[bosanci28]

Finally i just replaced my brake fluid , it was not so bad and is quite easy.

Just used the Bmw dealer brand.

Thank you.

[fast4d]

I would like to bleed the brakes at least once every two years. since I'm at it I might as well bleed out all the old fluid. not a big deal. even on the X5 I can detect an improvement in brake pedal feel.