Repair Instructions; Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling - GMC chervolet camaro 1999 Service Manual

Brakes
Repair Instructions
) Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling
Filling The Master Cylinder Reservoir
Caution: Use only SUPREME 11 or equivalent
DOT 3 brake fluid from a clean, sealed container.
Do not use fluid from an open container that
may be contaminated with water. Improper or
contaminated fluid will result in damage to
components or loss of braking, with possible
personal injury.
Ensure that the master cylinder reservoir (2) is kept
properly filled. An adequate reserve of brake fluid will
prevent air from entering the brake hydraulic system.
However, because heat absorbed from the brakes and
the engine expands the brake fluid, do not overfill
the reservoir.
A drop in the brake fluid level is normal as the pads
wear. If the master cylinder reservoir is filled before
new pads are installed, brake fluid may spill over once
the new pads are in place. Unless there is a leak in
the brake hydraulic system, or the brake hydraulic
system has been serviced, do not top off the master
cylinder reservoir.
Clean the master cylinder reservoir cap thoroughly
before removal in order to avoid contaminating
the reservoir. Remove the reservoir cap and the
reservoir diaphragm.
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Add brake fluid to the reservoir in order to bring the
fluid level to the fill line. The fill tine is located on
the side of the reservoir.
Hydraulic Brakes 5-23
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