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Volkswagen
Beetle
Brakes
Brake Fluid
2000 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
94,000 MILES
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what is the difference between DOT 3 and Dot 4 brake fluid. can they be mixed as i can't find Dot 4?
Oct 29, 2012 at 1:28 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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its all about the boiling point. dot 4 higher.
what does your car call for
Roy
Oct 29, 2012 at 1:32 PM
EXOVCDS
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You can add dot 4 to a dot 3 system, but you can't add dot 3 to a dot 4 system.
Dot 4 is pretty standard and should be easily found at auto parts places or vw dealers.
You shouldn't have to add fluid to your reservoir... the only time the fluid should be low, is
if the brake pads have worn down or if there is a leak.
Have your brakes checked.
Thomas
Oct 30, 2012 at 2:06 AM
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