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YOUR RESEARCHBrake fluid reservoir, slight leak from cap?
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et al, received my goody box from fcpeuro and yes, it was the cap.
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At a minimum I would check extensively to make sure the leak really is from the cap and not something more serious, like a cracked reservoir or something, and then even if it turns out to just be the cap I would fix it for piece of mind and to protect the surrounding area from corrosion.
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At a minimum I would check extensively to make sure the leak really is from the cap and not something more serious, like a cracked reservoir or something, and then even if it turns out to just be the cap I would fix it for piece of mind and to protect the surrounding area from corrosion.
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Use a bleeder to pressurize you brake reservoir so you can check for leaks.
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Also, I can't imagine it costs much to replace the cap.
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At a minimum I would check extensively to make sure the leak really is from the cap and not something more serious, like a cracked reservoir or something, and then even if it turns out to just be the cap I would fix it for piece of mind and to protect the surrounding area from corrosion.
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Is that ok and normal? There's always a few drops running from the cap. Should I get a be replacement? Can I just remove and replace? Sorry for my ignorance on this one. Thanks
Brake fluid is incredibly corrosive and will destroy any paint or anything that it gets on, plus brake leaks of any size are a big no-no for safety even if small. At a minimum I would check extensively to make sure the leak really is from the cap and not something more serious, like a cracked reservoir or something, and then even if it turns out to just be the cap I would fix it for piece of mind and to protect the surrounding area from corrosion. Also, I can't imagine it costs much to replace the cap.
To piggyback, try a new cap. Use a bleeder to pressurize you brake reservoir so you can check for leaks. If there’s any doubt about the reservoir, I also would replace it. As a DIY the job isn’t too difficult technically…a 2 of 5 wrenches. Doing everything properly the first time so that there’s no slinging of fluid, no air left in the system and no caution lights later, etc,…4 of 5 difficulty.
One more question, can I just remove the existing cap and put the new one on? Or is the reservoir pressurized and needs special treatment. Sorry never dealt w this bit before.
@TexSquirrel
et al, received my goody box from fcpeuro and yes, it was the cap. I was so glad it wasn't the reservoir threads that were stripped. New cap seals correctly, problem solved. Thanks!
