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rockshammer 8:25 Sun Dec 14
Any mechanics on here?
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I have a Xsara Picasso 2006 and it's been leaking brake fluid from the reservoir for a while not great amounts - had a new clutch recently and think they overfilled it - Is it as simple as taking it slightky below Max line and will be replacing cap ?
Should this cure it?
Braking is fine by the way but the missus does drive like Lewis Hamilton so could be sloshing over the top as too full?
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rockshammer
8:59 Sun Dec 14
Re: Any mechanics on here?
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Missus does corner like an F1 driver so could be that!!!!
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rockshammer
8:58 Sun Dec 14
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Thanks Tom yes drawn a bit off and ordered a new cap off ebay not too concerned as brakes work ok but will keep an eye on it anyway - knob has been wiped anyway!!!!
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caerphilly tom
8:49 Sun Dec 14
Re: Any mechanics on here?
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It could be that simple, clean the outside and use a £1 shop turkey baster to draw a little fluid off, clean again and keep an eye on it. (On a 2001 version) the cylinder is shared brake/clutch and is plastic so not the strongest anyway though cheap and easy to change if need be.
Good luck
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neilalex
8:47 Sun Dec 14
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You need to check the whole system for leaks ie. calipers, brake lines/hoses, master cylinder etc.etc.
A very quick and foolproof way of doing this is to take some of the excess brake fluid, dip your knob in it, and then wipe it across your computer screen.
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