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WARNING!
• Use only manufacturer's recommended
brake fluid. Refer to "Fluids, Lubricants,
and Genuine Parts" in "Maintaining Your
Vehicle" for further information. 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 mas-
ter 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 reser-
voir 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.
WARNING! (Continued)
• 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
contaminate the brake fluid. Brake seal
components could be damaged, causing
partial or complete brake failure. This
could result in a collision.
Use only brake fluid that has been in a tightly
closed container to avoid contamination from
foreign matter or moisture.
Clutch Hydraulic System (Manual
Transmission) — If Equipped
The clutch hydraulic system is fed by a segre-
gated volume of fluid within the brake system
master cylinder reservoir. In the event of leak-
age or wear, use only the manufacturer's rec-
ommended brake fluid. Refer to "Fluids, Lubri-
(Continued)
cants, and Genuine Parts" in "Maintaining Your
Vehicle" for further information.
Manual Transmission — If Equipped
Fluid Level Check
Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug on
the left side of the transmission. The fluid level
should be 1/4 inch (6.4mm) below the bottom of
the fill hole. Add fluid, if necessary, to maintain
the proper level. Refer to "Fluids, Lubricants,
and Genuine Parts" in "Maintaining Your Ve-
hicle" for further information.
Fluid Level Check — 6.2L Engine Only
It is not recommended or necessary to check
the manual transmission fluid level. A transmis-
sion fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss. If
a leak occurs or is suspected, take the vehicle
to your authorized dealer and have it checked
or repaired as soon as possible.
Change Transmission Fluid
If contaminated with water, change the fluid
immediately. See your authorized dealer for
service.
Refer to the "Service and Warranty Notebook"
for the proper maintenance intervals.
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