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Old Dec 21, 2008 | 09:56 AM
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Ok, so I wasn't paying attention when I put my Super Dot 4 brake and clutch fluid in my brake reservoir. Brakes call for the Dot 3. Will this be an issue, added about an ounce.

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Did you read the label on the brake fluid you used?
Doesn't it say that the fluids are compatible?
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Dot 4 is fine, it has a higher boiling point
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Did you read the label on the brake fluid you used?
Doesn't it say that the fluids are compatible?
GM doesn't put that on the label. It's the part # for the clutch and says "Don't drink it!" and a whole bunch of stuff as to what will happen if you do.
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Dot 4 is fine, it has a higher boiling point
Thanks BJ.
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