Change Brake Fluid at 2 Year Service?
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Change Brake Fluid at 2 Year Service?
I'm due for an annual oil change and only have a little over 3,200 miles on my GT4.
The original owner had the oil changed initially, after 1 year at 860 miles.
Upon contacting my dealer, they said that I would be due for a bi-annual brake fluid change and the total cost would be $970 for both engine oil, brake fluid change, and pollen filter change.
I'm a bit surprised at this 2 year interval for the brake fluid.
Has anyone had this done?
The original owner had the oil changed initially, after 1 year at 860 miles.
Upon contacting my dealer, they said that I would be due for a bi-annual brake fluid change and the total cost would be $970 for both engine oil, brake fluid change, and pollen filter change.
I'm a bit surprised at this 2 year interval for the brake fluid.
Has anyone had this done?
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I opted to forego the brake fluid change at the 2 year service, as I do not track my car. I just got an oil change (I brought my own Mobil 1) and also had the WG84 upgrade performed, so now I can charge my car through the cigarette lighter. That latter service, as well as charging up the battery as I hadn't driven much over the winter, was no charge. I have 9300 miles.
#3
I am in a similar situation as you are in. I will go through the same thing in July: Service interval 1 is due in July and Service interval 2 is due in September. So I will do both in July to be done with it.
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Brake fluid is hydrophilic and should be changed every two years. If its not changed it can cause premature corrosion on the internals of the brake system. It can also lead to a soft pedal on hot days/aggressive braking.
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I’d do it, but try an Indy shop out. I’m sure there are plenty in SF that will charge less!
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#7
I had an independent Porsche shop do it and they charged $150 for a complete flush.. They used Porsche DOT 4 brake fluid and let me watch them. Next time I'll do it myself as it's a simple process.
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#8
Almost a thousand bucks for a brake fluid flush and oil change tells me the dealer is a slimeball operation. You are talking about an hour of labor and maybe $200 in parts/materials. I guess enough people are too wealthy (or dumb) to care that they are being screwed. Sheesh.
#9
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My CGTS is also due for its 2 year service and I plan to pay the “Porsche Tax” and have my dealer do the 2 year service for several reason:
My car is still under warranty and I feel that doing all of the recommended services will help to keep my warranty valid. I don’t want to be in a situation later on down the road and have the dealer come back and say that’s not cover because you didn’t properly maintain your car.
If i decide to sell my car I feel that any potential buyer will see that all of the maintenance is up to date and we all know Porsche buyers can be picky.
#10
$970 for pollen filter, engine oil and brake fluid flush is ridiculous. Talk to your service manager and ask them to price match part prices with Suncoast. You can even buy your own Mobil 1 0W-40 and DOT 4 brake fluid and give it to them to use. I’m betting you could have all that done for $500.
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#12
As stated above brake fluid is hydrophilic and should be changed at least every 2 years. Skipping it because you don't track is not a good idea especially considering that those of us that do track our cars are bleeding and flushing a hell of a lot more often than that ie at least a full flush a year plus usually bleeding after each track event.
#13
Definitely don't skip it. I bought the parts and did oil change and brake flush myself since a friend has all the tools and a lift. Took the wheels off and gave them a proper cleaning too.
My pedal feels MUCH better now.
My pedal feels MUCH better now.
#14
I think higher temp brake fluid tends to be more hydrophilic than say whatever is in most Toyotas so Porsche’s recommendation of every 2 years is something you would want to follow. If you were tracking it you’d be changing it every 6 months and bleeding every few events. 2 years is not a short interval.
however these Carrera brakes are a pita to bleed at least for me. I think I spent 8 hours last time I did it. If an Indy can do it for less than $150 that is starting to sound very attractive.
however these Carrera brakes are a pita to bleed at least for me. I think I spent 8 hours last time I did it. If an Indy can do it for less than $150 that is starting to sound very attractive.
#15
Needless to say my GT4 needs the 2 year flush and it will get it as soon as I can get my motive bleeder back from a friend.