BG DOT 4 Brake Fluid
BG DOT 4 Brake Fluid
PN 840PN 84032 PN 84048 PN 84064 |
BG DOT 4 Brake Fluid provides the ultimate high-temperature protection, moisture resistance, and lubricity for all disc and drum brake systems in which DOT 4 fluid is recommended.
Suitable for use in conventional and anti-lock brake systems (ABS) that require DOT 4 brake fluid.
SPECIFICATIONS
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Typical Test Results |
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| Test | FMVSS* No. 116 Specifications | SAE** J1704 Specifications | BG DOT 4 Brake Fluid |
| Equilibrium Reflux Boiling Point, min | 230°C (446°F) | 230°C (446°F) | 270 °C (518°F) |
| Wet Equilibrium Reflux Boiling Point, min | 155°C (311°F) | 155°C (311°F) | 163 °C (325°F) |
| Kinematic Viscosity, at –40°C (–40°F), cSt max. | 1800 | 1500 | 1315 |
| Kinematic Viscosity, at 100°C (212°F), cSt | >1.5 | >1.5 | 2.34 |
| pH | 7–11.5 | 7–11.5 | 8.53 |
| Fluid Stability High Temperature Stability, change, max Chemical Stability change, max |
3°C (5.4°F) 3°C (5.4°F) |
5°C (9°F) 5°C (9°F) |
–1°C (–1.8°F) +1 °C (+1.8 °F) |
| Corrosion weight change, mg/cm², max Tinned iron Steel Aluminum Cast iron Brass Copper |
0.2 0.2 0.1 0.2 0.4 0.4 |
0.2 0.2 0.1 0.2 0.4 0.4 |
–0.03 –0.01 .nil 0.07 –0.05 –0.05 |
| Color | Colorless to Amber | Colorless to Amber | Pass |
| Resistance to oxidation – weight change mg/cm², max Aluminum Cast Iron |
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| Water Tolerance Sedimentation at 60°C (140°F), vol. % max |
0.15 |
0.15 |
Clear/No |
| Effects on Rubber (SBR) at 70°C (158°F) Base diameter increase, mm Hardness decrease, IRHD max |
0.15–1.4 10 |
0.15–1.4 10 |
Pass Pass |
| *Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 116 (DOT 4) **Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) J1704 |
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It meets or exceeds Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 116 (DOT 4) and surpasses Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) J1704 specifications.
USAGE
Clean all dirt around the cover on the master cylinder before removing. Fill unit to level specified by manufacturer. Replace cover. Check fluid level once a month. To bleed the system, refer to the service manual. Do not reuse brake fluid from bleeding operation. CAUTION: Never wash cylinders or parts with gasoline, kerosene, or oil. Avoid spilling fluid on car finish or brake lining.
FOR PROFESSIONAL USE.
BG Products, Inc., accepts no liability for excessive use or misuse of this product.
