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techtalk:ref:wheels03 [2024/05/21 05:20] – [Brake Fluid Shelf Life] hippysmacktechtalk:ref:wheels03 [2024/05/23 04:33] (current) – [Example of outdated (new) bottle of brake fluid] hippysmack
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 ===== Brake Fluid Shelf Life ===== ===== Brake Fluid Shelf Life =====
 +==== Subdocuments ====
 +  * [[techtalk:ref:wheels03a|Example of an outdated (new) bottle of brake fluid]]
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   * **Storage Area**:   * **Storage Area**:
-    * Store undercover, away from moisture and direct sunlight.+    * Store undercover, away from moisture and direct sunlight in well-ventilated area.
   * **Storage Temp**:   * **Storage Temp**:
     * The majority of brake fluid manufacturers suggest storing unopened sealed containers between 20C (68F) and 40C (104F). \\ Note: different brands list different storage temps so check your fluid manufacturer for actual storage temp suggested.     * The majority of brake fluid manufacturers suggest storing unopened sealed containers between 20C (68F) and 40C (104F). \\ Note: different brands list different storage temps so check your fluid manufacturer for actual storage temp suggested.
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     * The storage time (or shelf life) includes from the time the bottle was sealed at the manufacturer, not when you bought it.     * The storage time (or shelf life) includes from the time the bottle was sealed at the manufacturer, not when you bought it.
     * Some brands publicize the shelf life of their brake fluid but most do not.     * Some brands publicize the shelf life of their brake fluid but most do not.
 +    * As can be seen from the chart below, different brands will list different shelf life of their brake fluid.
   * **Lot Number**:   * **Lot Number**:
     * Every bottle of brake fluid should have a lot number printed somewhere on the label or bottle. \\ The lot# should include the date it was bottled. \\ The date within the lot# may be variations of Month-Day-Year or a Julian style date code.     * Every bottle of brake fluid should have a lot number printed somewhere on the label or bottle. \\ The lot# should include the date it was bottled. \\ The date within the lot# may be variations of Month-Day-Year or a Julian style date code.

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