Water .....remove the carpet, and scrub with soap and water.
Brake fluid dissolves in water.
                              Eric

Lee Kouns wrote:

> Hi everyone,
> The front carpet on the driver's side of my 88 van has gotten soaked
> with brake fluid. I'd appreciate any ideas on the best way to get it
> out. Are there any problems removing the carpet and then replacing it
> after cleaning? I assume I'll have stains even if I can remove the
> fluid.
> Thanks for your suggestions.
> Lee