2009 Rogue - Is DOT 4 fluid ok?

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darylzero
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Just like the title says. Doing some googling it seems ok to use DOT4 instead of DOT3. Dot4 also seems to be better for anti-lock braking system. Don't know if that's true or not.


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DOT3~4 are completely cross-compatible, they have the same basic composition (glycol) but DOT4 boils higher. DOT5 is the one you can't use, it's silicone based.

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Cool thanks Vstar650CL.

I did find this, https://www.autozone.com/diy/brakes/dot ... rake-fluid

Seems DOT4 needs to be changed more often.

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Yep, the tradeoff for the higher boiling point is that the esters in DOT4 are even more hygrophilic (moisture-loving) than glycol. The difference isn't great, the 20% cited by AutoZone sounds about right. Keep in mind that with brake fluid, time means much more than miles, more like anti-freeze than motor oil. Climate also has a huge effect, a Florida car will need much more frequent changes than one in Arizona.


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