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brake fluid

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brake fluid [′brāk ‚flü·əd]
(materials)
The liquid in the cylinder of an automotive brake which, under the action of a piston, is forced through tubing into cylinders at each car wheel, moving a pair of pistons outward so that the brake shoes are thrust against the revolving brake drums.


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which can be connected to an electronic control unit to prompt the brake system to pre-fill brake fluid in the event of a potential collision, resulting in reduced stopping distance.
Other waste that will be included paint thinner, oil filters, brake fluid, transmission fluid and pool chemicals.
OR IT COULD BE LEAKING FUEL, LUBRICANT, ANTIFREEZE OR BRAKE FLUID.
 
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