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The Right Automotive Fluids for Brighton Drivers

April 11, 2021

All those automotive fluids can be confusing for Brighton drivers. Recent years have brought new grades of engine oil, types of transmission fluid, coolant and brake fluid. The right fluid protects your vehicle and helps it perform at its best. The wrong fluid won't work as well and could even cause damage.

In addition to new grades of engine oil, many vehicles now leave the factory with synthetic oil. People in Brighton should always use the grade recommended by their manufacturer.

All coolant, also called antifreeze, used to be green. Now there are several other colors of coolant sold at Perfect Tune Auto Repair in Brighton. Each type is designed to protect the cooling system components that are particular to your vehicle. The wrong stuff can void your vehicle cooling system warranty and could even cause engine damage.

Most passenger vehicles on Brighton roads today use either DOT 3, DOT 4 or DOT 5 brake fluid. Your vehicle power brake system is specifically designed to use ONE of these types – you need the right one. Higher numbers do not necessarily mean a higher, upgraded fluid.

Now, the thing is knowing that your vehicle requires specific grades and types of fluids; using the right fluid is good and using the wrong ones is bad. Once you've got that down, it's easy to remember to check with your friendly and knowledgeable pros at Perfect Tune Auto Repair or your vehicle owner's manual to find out which automotive fluids to use.

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Perfect Tune Auto Repair
810.227.9903
5434 S. Old US Highway 23
Brighton, Michigan 48116
https://www.perfecttuneautorepair.com

 

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