Warning Signs of Brake Fluid Issues on a Porsche
The brakes of a Porsche are as strong as the engine is powerful. But like any crucial vehicle component, your brakes need proper maintenance; in particular, the brake fluid must be well-kept and periodically changed.
Without fresh, fully functional brake fluid, your safety is at risk on the road, so let’s look at how frequently you should visit your local Porsche Center for a brake fluid check and when to have it flushed and refreshed altogether.
Why Brake Fluid Is Vital for Road Safety
Every time you use your brakes, the stopping signal is delivered via the brake lines to the calipers, which instantly squeeze the brake pads against the rotors. The brake lines are filled with brake fluid, which maintains essential hydraulic pressure, allowing your press on the pedal to properly trigger the brake mechanisms. If the fluid deteriorates or leaks, this hydraulic pressure is lessened, weakening your vehicle’s brake force.
Warning Signs of Brake Fluid Trouble
Brake fluid issues mean you can no longer stop your car as effectively. So if your brakes seem weaker and stopping distances longer, pull over and check your brake fluid. When the fluid is low, the ABS dashboard light may appear on your dashboard; here, your car has activating the ABS system to compensate for insufficient fluid inside the brake lines.
One of the most hazardous brake fluid problems is a leak in one of the hoses, lines, or connection points. In the case of a leak, hydraulic pressure will rapidly decline. You may feel a soft, spongy sensation when pressing the pedal and your car won’t stop as promptly as usual. If you ever suspect a leak, pull over and check under your car and in the wheel wells for a dripping, oily fluid that’s honey-colored or brown in hue.
Schedule Brake Fluid Checks at Your Porsche Center
You can avoid these hazardous brake problems by periodically checking the brake fluid inside the reservoir, which is typically located beside the master cylinder under the hood. On top of this, have your brake lines, and entire braking mechanism inspected by a professional twice a year.
Our technicians can identify and repair potential leaks and also remove and inspect each caliper, rotor, and brake pad, repairing or replacing parts as required. If you frequently drive in heavy traffic, use steep mountainous roads, or have a particularly brake-heavy driving style, then consider having your brakes inspected three or four times a year.
Visit Porsche Tysons Corner in Vienna, VA, today for brake inspection, repairs, and replacements. Our specialist technicians can have your Porsche running smoothly, efficiently, and safely once more in no time.