VW Brake Flush Kit - Motive Products KIT-00212

Product Information

Brake fluid is essentially hydraulic fluid which meets the standards set by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) and the Department of Transportation (DOT). There are three main categories of brake fluid: DOT 3, DOT 4, and DOT 5. DOT 3 and 4 are polyglycol based while DOT 5 is synthetic brake fluid. Glycol based fluids are hygroscopic which is a benefit as the fluid absorbs any water which prevents water droplets from forming in the fluid. By absorbing the water, this in turn prevents water from collecting which could either boil, freeze or corrode components. Changing the brake fluid in your vehicle routinely will reduce the chances of boiling brake fluid which could lead to brake fade or loss of brake operation altogether.

• Spongy Brake Pedal
• Brake Fade
• Loss of Brake Pressure

About Motive Products

Founded in 1998 by Matt Newman, Motive was born when Matt was in the middle of a clutch job on his BMW. He came to the realization that there really wasn't an affordable good tool out there that would allow him to bleed the system himself. He saw the need for the do-it-yourselfer's out there and was determined to make a design for a product that was high quality, affordable, and easy to use. For over 18 years, Motive's power bleeder has now been used by DIYer's, enthusiasts, shops, and even race teams! Today Motive has new owners. Matt sold the business in 2008 to a couple of enthusiasts, Eric Leicher, and Marc Romani, which relocated the business from Oakland CA, to Gilroy, CA. The new owners are just as enthusiastic as Matt was and continuously look to create new products for the community.