Brake Fluid Disposal

[BHopkins]

It is interesting reading the different experiences others have had at their local parts stores.

I recently asked my local Autozone employees if they take brake fluid. They told me yes, that it goes in the same recycle tank as oil, transmission fluid, PS fluid, gear oil. They said the only fluid they don't take is coolant.

 

[nthach]

It is interesting reading the different experiences others have had at their local parts stores.

I recently asked my local Autozone employees if they take brake fluid. They told me yes, that it goes in the same recycle tank as oil, transmission fluid, PS fluid, gear oil. They said the only fluid they don't take is coolant.

Ignorance is bliss at many chain parts stores.

one fluid I never, ever mix with oil is chlorinated solvents - electric motor cleaner and old-school brake cleaner are two such examples. Same oil guy told me if they do test the used oil drum/tank for perc or other halogenated solvents the oil must be treated as hazmat at additional cost.