Can you use mineral oil in a hydraulic clutch?

Designed for use in motorcycle hydraulic clutch systems that specify a light (SAE 10) mineral oil – such as the Magura® systems used on KTM® motorcycles. Follow manufacturer’s instructions and recommendations for service and use of this product.

What oil do you use in a hydraulic clutch?

Mineral Oil
High-quality mineral oil for hydraulic clutches. Important: Must not be used for conventional hydraulic units for which the manufacturer specifies DOT4, DOT5 or DOT5. 1 hydraulic fluid!

What do you put in a hydraulic clutch?

Most hydraulically operated clutches use brake fluid for the hydraulic fluid. Brake fluid is hygroscopic and will attract moisture out of the air. Over time this moisture in the brake fluid will lead to corrosion inside the hydraulic system causing both the master cylinder AND clutch slave cylinder to wear.

Why is mineral oil used in hydraulic fluid?

The types of additives found in mineral-based hydraulic oils protect the hydraulic systems against corrosion, wear, water contamination. Also, they improve the demulsifying properties of the oil and the viscosity index which improves their resistance to temperature changes.

Can I use brake fluid for clutch?

Clutch fluid is really just brake fluid that is kept in the clutch master cylinder. The pressure of the fluid is then used to engage the clutch, which allows you to change gears.

Where is clutch fluid?

The clutch fluid reservoir is located inside your vehicle’s engine bay, which is under the front hood for most vehicles. Since you’re going to be standing in front of the car, make sure it can’t roll toward you.

Can brake fluid be used in hydraulic clutch?

If your clutch master cylinder leaks out brake fluid, you won’t have enough pressure to engage the clutch, and your vehicle will not be able to change gears. If the brake fluid in your clutch system becomes contaminated, it can cause severe damage to the slave cylinder and clutch master cylinder.”

Can you use power steering fluid hydraulic clutch?

No, hydraulic clutch systems use brake fluid. Their seals and other soft components aren’t designed to use power steering fluid.

Is mineral oil the same as hydraulic oil?

The main difference between synthetic and mineral based hydraulic oil. The majority of oils which are produced are either mineral based or synthetic. Mineral based hydraulic oils are derived from crude oil fractions whereas synthetic hydraulic oils are made using chemically produced base fluids.

Can you mix mineral oil and hydraulic oil?

Use and handling In general, vegetable based hydraulic fluids are used in the same way as Standard mineral hydraulic oil or fluids. We strongly suggest never to mix Mineral & Biodegradable products.