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WARNING! (Continued)
• 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.
• 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.
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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-
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.
CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the
manufacturer's recommended fluid may
cause deterioration in transmission shift
quality and/or damage to the transmission.
Refer to "Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine
Parts" in this section for fluid specifications.
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.
Automatic Transmission — If
Equipped
Selection Of Lubricant
It is important to use the proper transmission
fluid to ensure optimum transmission perfor-
mance and life. Use only the manufacturer's
specified transmission fluid. Refer to "Fluids,
Lubricants, and Genuine Parts" in this section
for fluid specifications. It is important to maintain
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