RAM CHASSIS CAB 2015 Owner's Manual page 520

518 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
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high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and
possible brake damage. You would not have your full
braking capacity in an emergency.
Brake Fluid Level Check
The fluid level of the master cylinder should be checked
when performing under the hood service or immediately
if the brake system warning lamp indicates system
failure.
The brake master cylinder has a translucent plastic
reservoir. On the outboard side of the reservoir, there is a
"MAX" dot and an "MIN" dot. The fluid level must be
kept within these two dots. Do not add fluid above the
MAX mark because leakage may occur at the cap.
With disc brakes the fluid level can be expected to fall as
the brake linings wear. However, an unexpected drop in
fluid level may be caused by a leak and a system check
should be conducted.
Use only the manufacturer's recommended brake fluid.
Refer to "Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts" in
"Maintaining Your Vehicle" for further information.
WARNING!
• Use only manufacturer's recommended brake
fluid. Refer to "Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine
Parts" in "Maintaining Your Vehicle" for further
information. Using the wrong type of brake fluid
can severely damage your brake system and/or
impair its performance. The proper type of brake
fluid for your vehicle is also identified on the
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