Z CRUZN

About every 2-3k miles (I have 9k on the Z) my brake fluid level seems to drop about 1/2". I have checked for leaks everywhere - none. Changed to SS lines about 6k miles ago and no leaks there. Can't figure it out unless this is a common occurance. Don't remember this happening as often on any of my other cars I've had. Does this occur with anyone else? Thanks in advnce for the suggestions/comments.

PhoenixINX

This is normal...

As your brake pads wear down, obviously something pushed them there!! Your fluid!!

I doubt it's 1/2" as that's the distance between the min and max levels. Once you change your pads, you'll see the fluid shoot back to max as it's all in the lines currently.

Z CRUZN

Thanks for the info Chris. Yes, I might have overstated the 1/2" drop in the level, but the drop every few thousand miles had me worried a bit. I knew someone's analytical mind would come up with a reason - your explanantion sounds logical. Not as worried here now!

Z CRUZN

Found the problem today.........a slight seepage of fluid under pressure from passenger side front bleeder valve - enough to lose a little fluid over the course of a couple thousand miles. Have always been a little hesitant on tightening bleeder valve since I snapped one off years ago - ha! Did give this one a little extra tighten today.