I have had the brakes and rotors done on my car recently, say around 3-4 months ago. Recently I have taken the car to the dealer for a general checkup and among other things they recommended flushing the brake system. Wouldnt the brake fluid have been drained and replaced if the brakes and rotors were recently replaced? Does it make sense to spend money to flush the brake system at this time?
yes it helps, depending on your driving style every couple of years should be fine because like all fluids break fluid does break down, so if you notice it being dark or milky in the master cylinder it needs it as only the small amount lost during a break change is topped back off
The brake system is not flushed or bled normally during a brake pad service unless you ask (and pay) for it. If it is time for a brake system service (fluid flush) and your car's manual will tell you, have it done.
If this is one of those lube n screw places, some of these guys will try to talk you into changing brand new fluid for almost anything just to make a buck. Its pathetic to have to fend off 4 guys firing questions about this or that, and trying to change fluid that is perfectly fine. My only question for you was when you changed the brake fluid, you likely just did the front half of the master cylinder, so when it comes time to do the back brakes, be sure to flush the rear half of the master cylinder. Its good to change the fluid, moisture can get in there from condensation caused be the high heat of the front rotors in particular, and moisture will rust, and damage internal components of calipers. So make sure and do it right. When I have a vehicle, now to me, I take it to my regular mechanic, and have him go through it, changing all the fluids IF NEEDED, but in general checking the vehicle from one end to the other. That way I know what fluids are good, and what was just changed, and I have told more than a few of these lube and screw places they were full of bullcrap. Don't let some high school kids talk you into unnecessary repairs, and if they do, turn them into the automotive bureau
