BG DOT 3 Brake Fluid
BG DOT 3 Brake Fluid
PN 850PN 85012 PN 85032 PN 85048 PN 85064 |
BG DOT 3 Brake Fluid provides the ultimate high-temperature protection, moisture resistance and lubricity for all disc and drum brake systems in which DOT 3 fluid is recommended.
Suitable for use in conventional and anti-lock brake systems (ABS) that require DOT 3 brake fluid.
SPECIFICATIONS
| Test | Typical Test Results | ||
| FMVSS* No. 116 Specifications | SAE** J1703 Specifications | BG DOT 3 Brake Fluid | |
| Equilibrium Reflux Boiling Point | 205°C (401°F) | 205°C (401°F) | 255°C (492°F) |
| Wet Equilibrium Reflux Boiling Point, min. | 140°C (284°F) | 140°C (284°F) | 152°C (307°F) |
| Kinematic Viscosity, at –40°C (104°F), cSt max. | 1500 | 1500 | 1113 |
| Kinematic Viscosity, at 100°C (212°F), cSt | >1.5 | >1.5 | 2.1 |
| pH | 7–11.5 | 7–11.5 | 9.4 |
| Color | Colorless to Amber | Colorless to Amber | PASS |
| Fluid Stability High Temperature Stability, change, max. Chemical Stability, change, max. |
3°C (5.4°F) 3°C (5.4°F) |
5°C (9°F) 5°C (9°F) |
1°C (2°F) 1°C (2°F) |
| Corrosion weight change, mg/cm², max. Tinned Iron Steel Aluminum Cast Iron Brass Copper |
0.2 0.2 0.1 0.2 0.4 0.4 |
0.2 0.2 0.1 0.2 0.4 0.4 |
0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.04 0.04 |
| Resistance to oxidation — weight change mg/cm², max. Aluminum Cast Iron |
0.05 0.3 |
0.05 0.3 |
0.00 0.01 |
| Water Tolerance Sedimentation @ 60°C (140°F), vol. % max. | 0.15 | 0.15 | None |
| Effects on rubber cups @ 70°C (158°F) Base diameter increase, mm Hardness increase Hardness decrease, IRHD max. |
0.15–1.4 None 10 |
0.15–1.4 None 10 |
0.48 None 5.0 |
| *Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 116 (DOT 3) **Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) J1703 |
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It meets or exceeds Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 116 (DOT 3) and surpasses Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) J1703 specifications. Also meets or exceeds General Motors P/N 12377967.
USAGE
Clean all dirt around the cover on the master cylinder before removing. Fill unit to level specified by manufacturer. Replace cover. Check fluid level once a month. To bleed the system, refer to the service manual. Do not reuse brake fluid from bleeding operation.
CAUTION: Never wash cylinders or parts with gasoline, kerosene, or oil. Avoid spilling fluid on car finish or brake lining.
FOR PROFESSIONAL USE.
BG Products, Inc., accepts no liability for excessive use or misuse of this product.
