Brakes - Suzuki VITARA Series Manual

INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

Brakes

Brake fluid
Check the brake fluid level by looking at
the reservoir in the engine compartment.
Check that the fluid level is between "MAX"
and "MIN" lines.
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• Failure to follow the guidelines
below can result in personal injury
or serious trouble in the brake sys-
tem.
– If the brake fluid in the reservoir
drops below a certain level, the
brake warning light on the instru-
ment cluster will come on (the
engine must be running with the
parking brake fully disengaged).
Should the light come on, imme-
diately ask your SUZUKI dealer
or qualified workshop to inspect
the brake system.
– A rapid fluid loss indicates leak-
age in the brake system. In this
case, immediately ask a SUZUKI
dealer or a qualified workshop to
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inspect the brake system.
• Do not use any fluid other than
DOT4 or SAE J1704 brake fluid. Do
not use reclaimed fluid or fluid that
has been stored in old or open con-
tainers. It is essential that foreign
particles and other liquids are kept
out of the brake fluid reservoir.
WARNING
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WARNING
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• Brake fluid is harmful or fatal if
swallowed, and harmful if it comes
in contact with skin or eyes. If swal-
lowed, do not induce vomiting.
Immediately contact a poison con-
trol center or a physician. If brake
fluid gets in eyes, flush eyes with
water and seek medical attention.
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Solution can be poisonous to ani-
mals. Keep out of reach of children
and animals.
NOTICE
• If your brake fluid level is near the
"MIN" line, there is a possibility of
brake pad and/or shoe wear and
brake fluid leakage. In this case,
ask a SUZUKI dealer or a qualified
workshop to inspect the brake sys-
tem.
• Brake fluid can damage painted
surfaces. Be careful when refilling
the reservoir.