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Old June 22nd 11, 08:37 PM posted to rec.autos.tech
jamesgangnc[_2_]
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Default Testing Brake Fluid

On Jun 22, 3:07*pm, "ED" > wrote:
> I read that I can determine the moisture content of the brake fluid in my
> car
> by using a DMM (digital multimeter). Negative lead to the -battery term
> and the positive lead to the brake fluid in the reservoir. Anything
> below .3 volts is acceptable.
> Any comments on the validity of this method?


That would vary wildly depending on the multimeter. Completely
unreliable. Google brake-chek for a german optical tester.
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