Brake Fluid: Service and Repair

2003 Hyundai Tiburon L4-2.0LSECTION Service and Repair
CHANGING BRAKE FLUID




1. Refer to bleeding procedures.
2. With a vehicle equipped with ABS(Anti-lock Brake System), refer to Anti-lock Brake System.
3. Connect a vinyl tube to the bleeder screw of each wheel cylinder. Put the other end of the vinyl tube in a vessel to receive the brake fluid.





4. Depress the brake pedal a few times. Then loosen the bleeder screw (with the brake pedal still depressed.), and tighten it after the brake fluid stops flowing.
5. Repeat the above operation until there are no air bubbles in the brake fluid.
6. Repeat these steps for the other cylinders.
7. Add new brake fluid up to the "MAX" level in the reserve tank.

Brake fluid: DOT 3 or DOT 4
RENDER: 1.0x

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.