Every car needs periodic checks and the replacement of consumables, such as windshield washer fluid, engine oil, brake fluid, bulbs, and so on. Some of these car maintenance tasks, like checking the brake fluid level, can be done by you without going to a service center. You just need some helpful information, as provided below!
We have written this article to answer all those who have asked us how to check the brake fluid level on an Peugeot Partner. We can confirm that by following the instructions below, you will have no problem performing this procedure. But first, we need to explain why it is recommended to maintain the brake fluid at the level indicated on the reservoir.
Why should you always keep the brake fluid level within the specified limits on your Peugeot Partner?
Brake fluid plays a crucial role in the braking system. It is a hydraulic oil that moves important components of the braking system and allows your car to stop when you apply the brakes.
To ensure that the braking system functions properly, the brake fluid should be maintained at the levels indicated on the reservoir, neither more nor less. This means that you should periodically check the brake fluid level on your Peugeot Partner, with the most suitable interval being after every 10,000 kilometers or at each service.
In order to support a properly functioning braking system, it should also be cleaned and bled every 50,000 kilometers, with a complete replacement of the old fluid. This operation is not at all complicated and can be done by yourself if you wish, provided you choose the type of oil recommended by the manufacturer.
Important to know! The brake system warning light or the handbrake warning light indicates a malfunction. If this warning light is on, and the fluid level is as indicated on the reservoir, go to a service center to have the issue checked.
How to top up the brake fluid level on an Peugeot Partner
Next, we will explain step by step how to top up the brake fluid, if necessary. Every driver should know this information. To find out what type of brake fluid your car needs, you should check your car’s VIN or visit an auto parts store. It could be DOT 3, DOT 4, or DOT 5, but most cars require DOT 4 or DOT 5.
Topping up the brake fluid level on an Peugeot Partner in 3 simple steps:
Identify the brake fluid reservoir. First, open the hood. The reservoir is typically a white or transparent plastic container, sealed with a yellow cap and marked with an icon indicating brake fluid, brakes, or with text such as “BRAKE” or “BRAKE FLUID.”
Check the brake fluid level. Before topping up the brake fluid, check its current level and the condition of the container with the yellow cap. If you see traces of brake fluid on the reservoir, it’s possible that your cap is defective or not properly closed. If the reservoir is dirty from the brake fluid, you can clean it, or for safety, you can replace it with a new one.
Add brake fluid to the reservoir. On the reservoir, you will find two lines indicating “Min” and “Max.” Fill the brake fluid on your Peugeot Partner up to the “Max” line.
If you have checked and found the brake fluid level below the “Min” limit, it is advisable to check it again a few days after topping up. There may be fluid losses at the cap, and the reservoir will remain dirty, or there may be leaks in the braking system, in which case the reservoir will be clean, but the problem needs to be addressed at a service center.
We hope this information has been helpful, and the next time you need to, you’ll be able to check and top up the brake fluid level on your Peugeot Partner without any issues.
