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Brake Fluids

49 brake fluids from Motul, Valvoline, Johnsen's and more.

Recommended Brake Fluids

Finish Line
+DOT 5.1 specification fluid
+Engineered for bicycle hydraulic braking systems
+4 fl oz container size
−Small 4 fl oz container for the fluid's use
No price recorded yet.
Ford
+Genuine Ford DOT-4 LV brake fluid
+High performance formula for motor vehicle brakes
+16 oz container for larger brake fluid service
−Yellow color is the only distinguishing feature
No price recorded yet.
Motul
+DOT 5.1 synthetic, non-silicone formulation
+Stated for ABS, ESP and hydraulic brake systems
+500ml bottle for a larger supply
−Silicone-free fluid cannot mix with silicone-based fluids
No price recorded yet.
STP
+DOT 3 fluid for disc and drum brake systems
+12 oz bottle for a modest refill
+Labeled for use with ABS brake systems
−Glycol-based DOT 3 absorbs moisture over time
No price recorded yet.
Triax
+Labeled as high temperature and heavy duty fluid
+1 quart capacity for larger refills
+Labeled for European, Asian, and US vehicles
−Glycol-based fluid absorbs moisture over time
No price recorded yet.
ACDelco
+Sold as GM original equipment fluid
+16 oz container size
+Specified as DOT 4 hydraulic brake and clutch fluid
No price recorded yet.
Bosch
+Low viscosity formula
+Extended life brake fluid
+Compatible with DOT 3, 4 and 5.1 specifications
No price recorded yet.
Finish Line
+Mineral oil formula for bicycle hydraulic brakes
+Low viscosity formula
+16 fl oz container size
No price recorded yet.
Youmaystory
+Mineral oil brake fluid for hydraulic disc brakes
+120ml capacity for bicycle hydraulic brake service
+Compatible with Shimano, Tektro and TRP hydraulic disc brakes
No price recorded yet.
Johnsen's
+Premium synthetic formula rated for both DOT 3 and DOT 4
+32 fluid ounce capacity covers multiple brake service jobs
+Single bottle pack for a straightforward single purchase
No price recorded yet.
Johnsen's
+Silicone-based DOT 5 fluid suited to systems that need silicone
+Six bottles of 12 ounces each for multiple fluid changes
+Silicone material resists moisture absorption compared with glycol fluids
No price recorded yet.
Lucas Oil
+One quart capacity covers a typical brake fluid service
+Formulated to prevent seal hardening or softening
+Formulated to protect against rust or corrosion
No price recorded yet.
Mag 1
+One gallon capacity for extended or multiple brake services
+Formulated for high-temperature hydraulic brake systems
+Meets FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 performance standards
No price recorded yet.
Mag 1
+One gallon capacity for extended or multiple brake services
+Formulated for high-temperature hydraulic brake systems
+Meets FMVSS No. 116 DOT 4 performance standards
No price recorded yet.
Maxima
+DOT 4 racing brake fluid rated for high temperature use
+Synthetic formula designed for extreme performance
+Racing-oriented fluid for demanding brake use
No price recorded yet.
Prestone
+DOT 4 synthetic, high grade formulation
+Six-pack of 12 ounce bottles
+Named for 50,000 mile service life
No price recorded yet.
Valvoline
+Synthetic brake fluid rated for both DOT 3 and DOT 4 systems
+High-boiling formula for demanding braking conditions
+Corrosion protection for brake system components
No price recorded yet.
Valvoline
+Synthetic brake fluid formulated for DOT 3 systems
+High-boiling formula for demanding braking conditions
+Corrosion protection for brake system components
No price recorded yet.
Valvoline
+Synthetic brake fluid formulated for DOT 4 systems
+High-boiling formula for demanding braking conditions
+Corrosion protection for brake system components
No price recorded yet.

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