Will this Brake Fluid Reservoir fit my Vanagon, and what's included?

Yes, this brake fluid reservoir is designed for all Vanagon models from 1980-1991 equipped with a power brake booster, including both 2WD and 4WD versions. It comes complete with a new cap, filter, and master cylinder grommets, ready for installation.

My Vanagon has a manual transmission. Will this reservoir work, and are there any special installation steps for the clutch system?

Absolutely. This reservoir is designed to accommodate the hydraulic clutch system found in manual transaxle Vanagons, featuring the necessary extra port. If the port arrives closed, you'll need to carefully drill it open to match your original part's diameter, ensuring no plastic shavings remain inside. This is a critical step for proper clutch operation.

I have an automatic transmission Vanagon. How do I handle the extra port on this brake fluid reservoir?

For automatic transaxle Vanagons, the extra port on this reservoir needs to be closed. If the reservoir arrives with an open port, you will need to block this opening. We recommend using a 7mm brake fluid resistant cap, readily available at most local auto parts stores, to ensure a secure seal.

What if the port on the brake fluid reservoir isn't open/closed correctly for my Vanagon's transmission type?

Don't worry, it's a common variation. For manual transmissions requiring an open port, if yours arrives closed, simply drill it out to match the inside diameter of your original reservoir's port, being careful to remove all plastic shavings. For automatic transmissions needing a closed port, if yours arrives open, use a 7mm brake fluid resistant cap to seal it.

Brake Fluid Reservoir [Vanagon] | 251-611-301S

Name: Brake Fluid Reservoir [Vanagon]
SKU: 251-611-301S
Price: 89.95 USD
Availability: InStock

Brake Fluid Reservoir [Vanagon]

Product:	251-611-301S
Works With:	1980-1991
Manufacturer:	Quality Aftermarket
Availability:	Low Stock

$89.95

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Quality aftermarket brake fluid reservoir for all Vanagon models equipped with a power brake booster. This replacement comes with a cap, new filter and master cylinder grommets.

Important Install Note: The brake fluid reservoir we sell for all Vanagons has the extra port required for the hydraulic clutch system present only on manual transaxle Vanagons. Our stock is sourced from several manufacturers, and some reservoirs arrive with this port open while others are closed. It is critical that you visually inspect this port and make any necessary modifications prior to installation.

Manual transaxle Vanagons require this port to be OPEN. If the reservoir you receive has a closed port, drill it out to the same inside diameter as found on your original part. Be sure no plastic shavings are left inside the reservoir.
Automatic transaxle Vanagons require this port to be CLOSED. If the reservoir you receive has an open port, you will need to block this opening with a 7mm brake fluid resistant cap sourced at your local parts store.

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The design is good and seems to be very functional (I have not installed it), however it seems to have internal scratches that appear to be fractures in the plastic, but it is not broken and the external face is not damaged. As there is no apparent damage from shipping in the shipping box or in the piece in general, it makes me think that it is a manufacturing problem.

Hi Uriel, we see those internal production marks occasionally and have not related them to any structural issues, or early failures. You can install this part with confidence! All the best, GoWesty

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