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EMG Kia South Cambridge
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49 London Rd, Stapleford, Cambridge, CB22 5DG
About Us
Give your vehicle the care it deserves. At EMG our experienced technicians work using the latest diagnostic equipment, so why take your car anywhere else? As standard, EMG carries out a FREE vehicle health check on all vehicles that come into our workshop, to ensure that any serious safety-related defects are found as soon as possible before you’re stuck with a broken-down vehicle with a big bill to pay! Maintaining your vehicle is important in order to keep it safe and legal, minimise unexpected repair costs, and keep things running smoothly and efficiently; our service and MOT offers aim to allow you to do this at any of our repair centr
Brake Fluid Replacement£80
What is brake fluid?
Car brakes on your car use fluid pressure to work. When a car’s brake pedal is pushed, a plunger in the brake’s master cylinder pressurises the brake fluid that resides in the hoses and pipes to make the other components of the braking system move.
How long does brake fluid last?
This varies from car to car, but most manufacturers suggest booking a brake fluid replacement at least every couple of years. Although the fluid is in a sealed system, moisture can still find its way in. It corrodes components over time and decreases the temperature at which the fluid is supposed to boil.
Furthermore, as the internal components of the braking system wear out, debris contaminates the fluid, jamming everything up. All of this impacts on how well the brakes function, particularly in constant stop-start traffic with heavy braking and can lead to expensive brake repairs.
What are the possible signs that a car needs new, or more, brake fluid?
- If the brakes on a car feel in any way as though they are not functioning correctly.
- When the car’s brakes are spongy when pressed.
- When fluid is new, it has a light amber colour to it, so that is what to look out for.
- As the light amber fluid darkens, which is a sign of contamination, the need to change it increases.
- If the fluid ever becomes darker than brown, or even black, then it should be changed immediately.
How long does it take to change brake fluid?
- The fluid can be easily replaced in around 15-30 minutes, depending on the vehicle.
How much does brake fluid cost?
- The fluid is relatively inexpensive, certainly compared to the cost of replacing a corroded master cylinder, so it’s important to keep an eye on it.
- The cost can vary from vehicle to vehicle but should be less than £50.
Driving in Cambridge
Cambridge is situated about 50 miles north-east of London in an area of level and relatively low-lying terrain just south of the Fens.