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Old 09-04-2010, 02:25 PM
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I've got a brake fluid leak somewhere since now it almost every day I need to add brake fluid. I've checked everywhere I can think and havent found a leak. Any body have any suggestions on where it may be leaking from?

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Old 09-04-2010, 04:25 PM
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do you have an automatic or a manual?
 
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Old 09-04-2010, 04:26 PM
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do you have an automatic or a manual 5sp?
 
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Old 09-04-2010, 04:31 PM
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Old 09-04-2010, 04:34 PM
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okay, I have a 98 a4 quattro 2.8. your clutch master is underneath the brake reservoir, very harad to see and uses the same fluid...

Also, take the knee bolster off (or not) and look directly above your clutch and brake pedals, I've seen it leak there as well.
 
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Old 09-04-2010, 04:35 PM
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Originally Posted by markymarc
Also, take the knee bolster off (or not) and look directly above your clutch and brake pedals, I've seen it leak there as well.
Inside the cabin?
 
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Old 09-04-2010, 04:38 PM
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yup. look above, they sometimes leak just a little there.
 
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Old 09-04-2010, 04:39 PM
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Alright thanks Ill take a look.
 
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Old 09-05-2010, 10:39 AM
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Nothing there. I dont see any hints of a leak.
 
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Old 09-05-2010, 12:55 PM
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If you're losing that much brake fluid, you should be able to see it somewhere. If it's leaking from the master clutch below the brake reservoir,behind the engine chances are it's burning off as you drive...I would put some clean cardboard under the car and let it sit overnight and see if you see any spots. You can hunt for the leak yourself, or take it to a mechanic and pay him to hunt for it best if you hunt for it yourself...
 
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