PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
Master Cylinder
Page 10-6 2001 Pioneer 1200 Gasoline Vehicle Maintenance and Service Manual
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MASTER CYLINDER
Read DANGER and WARNING on pages 10-1 and 10-2.
The master cylinder is located under the passenger seat toward the center of the vehicle (Figure 10-3, Page
10-6). Raise or remove the seat to check the brake fluid level.
When checking the brake fluid, also inspect the following:
• The presence of brake fluid on the exterior surface of the master cylinder indicates a leak.
• The vent holes in the reservoir cover should be clean and open.
• The reservoir diaphragm should not have holes or other damage.
BRAKE FLUID
Brake fluid level should be within 1/4 inch (6 mm) from top of reservoir (Figure 10-3, Page 10-6). Also, brake
fluid should be clean with no residue in bottom of reservoir or other evidence of contamination. See follow-
ing CAUTION.
∆ CAUTION
• Use only DOT-5 (silicone) Brake Fluid. Use of any other type brake fluid is not recommended.
ENGINE OIL
Read DANGER and WARNING on pages 10-1 and 10-2.
Even though the oil warning light on the dash should illuminate if the engine oil level is low, the engine oil
level should be checked monthly. The vehicle should be on a level surface when checking oil. Do not overfill
with oil.
∆ CAUTION
• Do not remove dipstick while engine is running.
Figure 10-3 Master Cylinder
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