172 dropping brake fluid?

[jodypla]

Hi guys, got another RenaultSport 172 after 4 years without one! Love it! However, it's dropping brake fluid from the front drivers side? Keep topping the fluid up, but it seems to be low (usual brake light warnings), looks to be dripping from the fluid reservoir & on to the subframe? Any ideas? Thanks

 

[ilovewilly]

Seal between reservoir and cylinder.

 

[jodypla]

Cheers! Had a mechanic have a quick look, reckons the header tank needs replacing?

 

[jodypla]

Cheers! Had a mechanic have a quick look, reckons the header tank needs replacing?

By the way, when you pour the fluid in, it literally runs straight out and onto the ground

 

[ilovewilly]

The reservoir itself may be split then.

Some helpful soul with access to the online Renault parts system may come along and be able to advise you on the costs from Renault, or give them a bell. Shouldn't be too badly priced.

 

[JB21]

I've got a spare res and master (2 hole abs system) if you want them, £20 + delivery.

 

[jodypla]

Thanks mate, is it best to replace both as a whole then? Where abouts are you posting from?

I've got a spare res and master (2 hole abs system) if you want them, £20 + delivery.

anks

 

[jodypla]

Thanks mate, is it best to replace both as a whole then? Where abouts are you posting from?

anks

Thanks mate, I'll be in touch after work

 

[JB21]

I'd say so mate yeah, could pull the res if you just want that though £10 + delivery.

 

[flebay]

By the way, when you pour the fluid in, it literally runs straight out and onto the ground

http://www.allcarpartsfast.co.uk/renault/renault-8200140868-res-b-fluid-ko/
£16.05 +VAT OR http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/RENAULT-C...937841?hash=item3ac8247db1:g:xykAAOSwMNxXY-h8

 

[jodypla]

I'd say so mate yeah, could pull the res if you just want that though £10 + delivery.

Is new or used mate?

 

[JB21]

Is new or used mate?

Mines used mate. Didn't realise they where that cheap, best get a new one bud for £20, new seals then.