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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 411 (Continued) B RAKE S YSTEM
In order to ensure brake system performance, all brake system components should be inspected periodically. For the proper maintenance intervals Fluid Level Check — Brake Master Cylinder The fluid level of the master cylinder should be checked whenever the vehicle is serviced, or immediately if the Brake System Warning Light is on. If necessary, add fluid to bring level within the designated marks on the side of the reservoir of the brake master cylinder. Be sure to clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing cap. With disc brakes, fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake pads wear. Brake fluid level should be checked when pads are replaced. If the brake fluid is abnormally low, check the system for leaks. F RONT /R EAR A XLE F LUID
For normal service, periodic fluid level checks are not required. When the vehicle is serviced for other reasons the exterior surfaces of the axle assembly should be inspected. If gear oil leakage is suspected, inspect the fluid level. Fluid Level Check Lubricant should be approximately 1/8 inch (3 mm) below the bottom edge of the oil fill hole. Make sure that the vehicle is level and supported by the axles. Adding Fluid Add lubricant only at the fill hole and only to the level specified above. Selection Of Lubricant Use only the manufacturer’s recommended fluid WARNING! Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and possible brake damage. You would not have your full braking capacity in an emergency. WARNING! Use only manufacturer recommended brake page 461. Using the wrong type of brake fluid can severely damage your brake system and/or impair its performance. The proper type of brake fluid for your vehicle is also identified on the original factory installed hydraulic master cylinder reservoir. To avoid contamination from foreign matter or moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has been in a tightly closed container. Keep the master cylinder reservoir cap secured at all times. Brake fluid in a open container absorbs moisture from the air resulting in a lower boiling point. This may cause it to boil unexpectedly during hard or prolonged braking, resulting in sudden brake failure. This could result in a collision. Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts, causing the brake fluid to catch fire. Brake fluid can also damage painted and vinyl surfaces, care should be taken to avoid its contact with these surfaces. Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contam - inate the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be damaged, causing partial or complete brake failure. This could result in a collision. WARNING! 8 |