Brakes; Brake Fluid - MARUTI SUZUKI S-Cross Owner's Manual

INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

Brakes

Brake Fluid

EXAMPLE
MAX
MIN
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Check the brake fluid level by looking at
the reservoir in the engine compartment.
Check that the fluid level is between the
"MAX" and "MIN" triangle mark. If the
brake fluid level is near the "MIN" triangle
mark, fill it up to the "MAX" triangle mark
with Maruti Genuine Brake Fluid (MGBF)
or DOT 3.
We highly recommend to use "Maruti Gen-
uine Brake Fluid" (MGBF).
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WARNING
Failure to follow the guidelines below
can result in personal injury or seri-
ous damage to the brake system.
• If the brake fluid in the reservoir
drops below a certain level, the
brake warning light on the instru-
ment panel will come on (the
engine must be running with the
parking brake fully disengaged).
Should the light come on, immedi-
ately ask your authorised Maruti
Suzuki workshop to inspect the
brake system.
• A rapid fluid loss indicates leakage
in the brake system which should
be inspected by your authorised
Maruti Suzuki workshop immedi-
ately.
• Do not use any fluid other than
Maruti Genuine Brake Fluid (MGBF)
or DOT 3. Do not use reclaimed
fluid or fluid that has been stored in
old or open containers. It is essen-
tial that foreign particles and other
liquids are kept out of the brake
fluid reservoir.
CAUTION
Brake fluid can harm your eyes and
damage painted surfaces. Use cau-
tion when refilling the reservoir.
WARNING
Brake fluid is harmful or fatal if swal-
lowed, and harmful if it comes in con-
tact with skin or eyes. If swallowed,
do not induce vomiting. Immediately
contact a poison control center or a
physician. If brake fluid gets in eyes,
flush eyes with water and seek medi-
cal attention. Wash thoroughly after
handling. Solution can be poisonous
to animals. Keep out of the reach of
children and animals.
NOTE:
• The fluid level can be expected to gradu-
ally fall as the brake pads and/or shoe
wear.
• Brake fluid absorbs water over time and
brake fluid with high water content may
cause vapor lock or brake system mal-
function. Replace your brake fluid in
accordance with the maintenance
schedule in your Owner's Manual.
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