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Fluid reservoirs
8-4 Maintenance and care
Fluid reservoirs
Fluid reservoir locations
1. Windshield washer fluid
2. Brake fluid
3. Battery coolant
Brake fluid
WARNING: Seek qualified assistance
immediately if the movement of the
brake pedal has increased, or if there is a
significant loss of brake fluid. Driving
under such conditions could result in
extended stopping distances or complete
brake failure.
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Fluid level check
Check the brake fluid level weekly with the
vehicle on level ground. The fluid level can
be checked visually through the side of
the reservoir without removing the filler
cap.
The brake fluid level should be between
the MIN and the MAX marks.
Topping up the fluid
WARNING: Brake fluid is highly toxic.
Keep containers sealed and out of
the reach of children. In the event of
accidental consumption, seek medical
attention immediately.
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1. Clean the filler cap before removing to
prevent dirt from entering the
reservoir.
2. Unscrew the cap and remove.
3. Top-up the reservoir to the MAX mark
using brake fluid meeting DOT4
specification.
4. Replace the reservoir cap.
Caution: Brake fluid will damage
painted surfaces. Immediately soak
up any spills with an absorbent cloth and
wash the area with a mixture of vehicle
shampoo and water.
Caution: Only use new fluid from an
airtight container. Fluid from opened
containers or fluid that has been
previously bled from the system will have
absorbed moisture which will decrease
braking performance, and must not be
used.
TR1462
1
2
3
TR0052
MAX
MIN