Honda says I need to flush the brake system

BETSYLOA

MEMBER
2006 HONDA ACCORD
6 CYL
2WD
AUTOMATIC
40,331 MILES

Honda says I need to flush the brake system. Other Accord owners, even with older models, say they have never done that. Honda says every seven years, no matter the mileage. With only 41,500 miles do I really need to do this on my 2006 Accord? They also say I need to "Service Automatic Trans, Minor*Autom." This seems like something I should do. Any help will be appreciated.

Sunday, October 26th, 2014 AT 12:54 PM

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SQM

MECHANIC
6,383 POSTS

Hello,

At the current mileage, those services are not recommended by Honda.
But keep in mind that the brake system can absorb moisture and contaminate the fluid. Which can corrode the components and impact the braking performance.

There is a test that can be done which will show the amount of moisture and copper corrosion in the fluid. It is test strip that can be purchased from any parts store. Simply dip it in the fluid and look at the guide to determine the condition.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-bleed-or-flush-a-car-brake-system

As for the transmission most owners do not flush the fluid at that mileage.
Sometimes these just comes down to the preference

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-service-an-automatic-transmission

I have attached the maintenance chart for your reference.

Please let me know of any questions.
Thank you.

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