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There
are only
two reasons why the brake fluid level
in
the
reservoir might go down. The first is that the brake fluid
goes down to
an
acceptable level during normal brake
lining wear. When new linings are put
in,
the
fluid level
goes back up. The other reason is that fluid
is leaking out
of the brake system. If it is, you should have your brake
system
fixed,
since a leak means that sooner or later your
brakes won't work well, or won't work at
a l l .
So, it isn't a good idea to "top off' your brake fluid.
Adding brake fluid won't correct a leak. If you add fluid
when your linings are worn, then you'll have too much
fluid when you get new brake linings. You should add
(or remove) brake fluid, as necessary, only
when work is
done on the brake hydraulic system.
A
CAUTION:
If you have too much brake fluid, it
can
spill on the
engine. The fluid
will
burn if the engine is hot
enough. You or others could be burned, and your
vehicle could be damaged. Add brake fluid only
when work is
done on the brake
hydraulic
system.
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when
to
check your brake fluid.
See
"Periodic Maintenance
Inspections" in the Index.
Checking Brake Fluid
You can check the brake fluid without taking
off the cap.
Just look
at the
brake fluid reservoir. The fluid level
should be above the plastic
seam in
the reservoir. If it
isn't, have your brake system checked
to
see if there
is a leak.
After work is done on the brake hydraulic system, make
sure the level is above the plastic seam, near the base of
the filler neck.
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