Many of the symptoms associated with a brake problem are the result of brake fluid issues (see this link for a list of brake problem symptoms). Fortunately, checking your brake fluid level is a ...

There’s something undeniably satisfying about popping open the hood of your vehicle and feeling like you’re about to unlock ...

If the fluid level in your master cylinder remains full, chances are that you don't need to check for leaks in the brake lines that carry the fluid to each wheel cylinder. However, if you find that ...

Regular readers of the Motormouth column know that we are not strong proponents of services that are not listed in the owner’s manual. Many times, these suggested maintenance jobs are far better at ...

Zak is new to the CarBuzz team, working as a freelance content writer. When Zak isn't writing How To articles for CarBuzz he's working as a high school automotive technology instructor. Before ...

Unlike the elusive and oft-memed blinker fluid, brake fluid actually exists. Even more than that, it's one of the more ...

Under every car’s hood, you’ll find a veritable nest of hoses and reservoirs filled with fluids, every one of them engineered to fulfill a specific role. And a part of being a responsible car owner is ...

Cold weather puts extra stress on everything under your hood — and a few forgotten fluids can leave you stranded once temperatures dip.

Brake fluid is one of your car’s many consumable components. Most brake fluids are hygroscopic, meaning they absorb water. The more water it absorbs, the lower the boiling point, which decreases ...

What: We’re talking about your car’s fluids, not yours! Think engine oil, coolant, windshield washer fluid etc. Why: Most of the fluids are necessary for proper operation of the car. Low levels or ...

The brake fluid is a vital component of a vehicle’s braking system. It aids in transmitting force from the brake pedal to the brake pads, thus slowing or halting the vehicle by exerting this force on ...