2000 Mercedes Benz ML430 Repair Question
Topics covered: Brake fluid, Abs, Automatic transmission.
Mileage: 85,000 miles.
Mileage: 85,000 miles.
Asked on June 3, 2012
Can I use regular automatic transmission fluid or power steering fluid as a substitute for brake fluid?
Can I use regular automatic transmission fluid or power steering fluid as a substitute for brake fluid?
Answer
Replied on June 3, 2012
Refer to the owner's manual for your particular vehicle. Some can, others can not.
Replied on June 3, 2012
I would not. If you use the wrong fluid, then you destroy all the rubber seals related to the brake system. Most cases, it takes dot 4,5 or synthetic.
do not add any other fluid till you find the correct needed. It may say it on the top of the cap of the master cylinder.
Brake Fluid
Fluid Type MB Brake Fluid (DOT 4+) this is what alldata suggests
Roy
Replied on June 3, 2012
THANKS: I missed the ABS... DO NOT USE PS FLUID FOR BRAKE FLUID.
Replied on June 3, 2012
I missed it and really appreciate you catching it. I've used ATF for PS fluid many times; however with this car, I would want to be careful.