Hello,
I see that Sealey and Gunson and others make these brake fluid testers that have three LEDs that light up depending on the condition of your brake fluid. Are they any good or are they just another gimmick to part a fool from his money?
I was reading the Haynes manual (Ford Fiesta) and it recommends changing the brake fluid every few years. I've never done that before. It mentions not letting the reservoir go empty because it would foul up the ABS and would have to be towed to a dealer to put right but it says to add new fluid to the reservoir and stop when you start bleeding new fluid. How can you tell whether old or new fluid is bleeding? Is fresh fluid a different shade?
Are there any other hints or tip about changing fluid and what make of fluid do you recommend to use or avoid?
Thanks, Stephen.