What is Brake Fluid?
Brake fluid is a type of hydraulic fluid that serves multiple purposes.
Its main task is to transfer force – when the brake pedal is pressed, the brake fluid is pushed to your calipers, which then apply pad pressure to the rotors, resulting in your vehicle slowing to a halt.
Its secondary purpose is to lubricate all the moving parts within the braking system, helping to protect it against rust and other corrosion, and to dissipate heat.
Like most vehicle fluids, brake fluid should be periodically changed to ensure it remains fresh and uncontaminated, resulting in optimal braking performance.
Features
| Features | Benefits |
|---|---|
| Non-corrosive formula | Minimises corrosion of cast iron, tinned iron, steel, aluminium, brass and copper components |
| Inert to natural and synthetic rubber | Will not damage brake hoses, cups and seals |
| Polyglycol type fluid | High braking performance even in extreme temperatures |
| Designed for multiple applications | Suitable for hydraulic and conventional braking systems |
| Dyed straw in colour | Ease of identification |
| Engineered to the highest standards | Meets Australian & international specifications |
Available Options
Bendix Brake Fluid is available in the following sizes:
- 500mL
- 1L
Should I Use DOT 3 or DOT 4?
We recommend consulting your vehicle's manual or retailer to determine which Bendix Brake Fluid is suitable for your vehicle.
Both DOT 3 and DOT 4 can be used for ABS/non-ABS disc and drum brakes, as well as hydraulic clutch systems in cars, trucks, buses and motorcycles.