Brake Fluid Can Absorb Moisture From The Air - Lexus RX 350 Owner's Manual

4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance

Brake fluid can absorb moisture from the air

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Excess moisture in the brake fluid can cause a dangerous loss of braking efficiency.
Use only newly opened brake fluid.
CAUTION
When filling the reservoir
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Take care because brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes and damage painted
surfaces.
If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes, flush the affected area with clean water
immediately.
If you still experience discomfort, see a doctor.
NOTICE
If the fluid level is low or high
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It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads wear out or
when the fluid level in the accumulator is high.
If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, there may be a serious problem.
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