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Posted by: TRAV05

which brake fluid is the best to use, do i need to use dot 4 or can i use 3
thanks

Posted by: Colby@C&DRacing

Use the fluid that your brake system is designed for. Look on top of your mastercylinder. Most new atv's require dot4

Posted by: F-16Guy

Just make sure you don't use DOT 5 if the system requires DOT 4 or 3, because it's silicone based, and isn't compatible with regular brake fluid.

Posted by: ohsobad_chevy

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Originally posted by F-16Guy
Just make sure you don't use DOT 5 if the system requires DOT 4 or 3, because it's silicone based, and isn't compatible with regular brake fluid.

DUH!! lol j/k