Brake fluid transfers the pressure you put on the brake pedal through to the actual brakes.
Without the brake fluid your brakes quite simply would not work. As everyone knows - not having brakes is a huge problem! In fact even slightly affected brakes are very dangerous.


Brake fluid absorbs moisture very easily. Brake fluids are also subject to very high temperatures and so they are designed to have a high boiling point to stop them from boiling and evaporating- when brake fluid has accumulated too much moisture- this lowers its boiling point and it can boil off more easily causing low levels. Low levels of brake fluid affect your braking performance and could mean your car will fail to stop.
Brake Fluid that has absorbed too much moisture will also shorten the life of your braking system including damaging the callipers, wheel cylinders and anti-lock braking systems.

Why is brake fluid replacement necessary?

Your manufacturer's log book will advise how regularly your brake fluid should be changed or flushed, we recommend a drain and replacement every two years however it is wise to have it regularly checked by an expert at every service to make sure the levels are not reducing too fast (a sign of a leak) or that the moisture levels have not reached a point that could be damaging your system.

How often should I replace my brake fluid?

At Emerald Cars Plus we offer a full 65 Point Vehicle Inspection report, upon request, with every full car service which includes a written review of your brake fluid, master cylinder, front and back discs and pads, callipers and cylinders and more. This inspection helps to identify any issues in your vehicle which should be addressed and our mechanics will certainly advise you if they feel your vehicle might need a brake fluid replacement, or an out of schedule brake system service or repairs.

Do you check the brake fluids during a car service?

Without the brake fluid your brakes quite simply would not work.

Brake fluid - what is it and why do I need it? 

When considering brake systems do not ignore them until brake repairs are your only option.

Regular inspections like our 65 point vehicle report, which we provide with every full car service conducted by Emerald Cars Plus, are necessary for confirming your brake system is suitably maintained. Our expert service team can advise you if they suspect that repairs or servicing of the vehicle's brakes are to be considered to avoid it translating to a more serious issue.

Brake services available at Emerald Cars Plus include:

Rotor And Drum/Brake Disc Resurfacing or Machining

If you discover any warning signals that your car's brakes may be due for a service or repair simply book online with us and get the car's brakes evaluated from our Emerald workshop today.

Find expert brake service in Emerald QLD. For immediately superior braking performance insist on next generation Repco RCT pads and a Nationwide Warranty …

Brake service repairs and testing in Emerald

Brake service, repair and testing in Emerald

Emerald Cars Plus are your local mechanics offering the best car servicing and automotive repairs in Emerald

Emerald Cars Plus is a family owned and run company with Tim Muller at the helm. Tim has led a varied career, and found his comfort zone in coal mining and car service.

After many years providing Secondary Support to mining companies via contract, he saw a glaring need to improve on personnel transport in underground environments. Tim's trade as a diesel fitter, and his experience in the underground environment was the perfect blend of skills to create his own company IUT to specialise in underground transport innovations.

The business quickly grew into a full mechanical workshop providing general mechanical services to all cars. Tim is supported in the administration of the company by his wife, Bev. The factory is located in Emerald, in Central Queensland, Australia. Emerald Cars Plus perform a variety of maintenance, service and repair work as well as converting the vehicles for underground use. 

Here at Emerald Cars Plus we are proud to be an Australian owned and operated workshop servicing our local community of Emerald. We believe that motorists in Emerald deserve the very best in customer service and technical expertise, that's why we choose to be a part of Australia's largest independent network of mechanical workshops, proudly backed by the biggest name in the business - Repco.

As an Authorised Car Inspection station, Emerald Cars Plus also performs safety inspections and issues Safety Certificates (RWC) on Light vehicles (up to 4.5 tonne) and trailers (up to 3.5 tonne). A safety certificate is specifically required when a registered light vehicle is offered for sale in Queensland and confirms that a vehicle has passed a minimum safety standard inspection.

As your local Repco Authorised Service centre we have access to the best parts and training in the country and offer a Nationwide Warranty honoured at over 500 workshops across Australia.

We perform all mechanical repairs for all vehicle makes and models, including:

Emerald Cars Plus service, maintain, repair and modify a wide range of recreational and industry vehicles, including new cars still under warranty as well as not so new vehicles. We service a wide range of makes and models of vehicles, including hybrids, diesels, AWDs, 4WDs, caravans, campervans, trailers, buses, minibuses, light trucks, motorhomes, off-roads, racing cars, tractors, earthmovers, forklifts, ATVs, boats, horse floats, utes, vans, hybrids and of course - your car!  

Yes, we do service all cars - not just mining vehicles!

So, wherever you go, you can rely on the experience and knowledge of Emerald Cars Plus and Repco Authorised Service.

As your local Mechanic in Emerald, Emerald Cars Plus take great pride in offering clients the very best in car servicing and automotive repairs.

Automotive Servicing and Repairs in Emerald

When it comes to brakes, you should never wait until brake repairs are necessary.  

Proper testing and routine checkups, such as our 65 Point Vehicle Inspection which we provide with all full car services, are important to ensure your vehicle's brake system is in top condition. Our expert team of technicians will be happy to advise you when they suspect that service or repair of your brake system is indicated to stop it becoming a bigger issue.

Brake services we perform at Emerald Cars Plus include:

Brake Disc/Rotor and Drum Resurfacing or Machining

If you recognise any symptoms that your car's braking system could possibly need service or repairs simply book online with us and have the brakes of your vehicle assessed through our Emerald workshop today.

When it comes to brakes, you should'nt wait until brake repairs are necessary, get tested regularly.  

Brake and Clutch Service in Emerald

Brake and Clutch

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We wish to advise that we will be closed for the public holiday on the 2nd of October. Apologies for any inconvenience.

We advise that our workshop will be closed for the Christmas period from the close of business on Friday the 22nd of December and reopening on Monday the 8th of January

We advise we will be closed for the Easter long weekend from Friday 29th of March, reopening Tuesday 2nd of April

Emerald Cars Plus mechanics offer you the best car servicing and automotive repairs in Emerald. 

Emerald Cars Plus service, maintain, repair and modify a wide range of recreational and industry vehicles. As a Authorised Car Inspection station, Emerald Cars Plus also performs safety checks and issues Road Worthy Certificates (RWC).

Emerald Cars Plus is located together with Innovative Underground Transport factory which builds and converts vehicles and kit cars for underground use in coal mines and similar explosive risk environments, like refineries, reactor sites or any traffic area where there is potential for a critical risk to exist.

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