Chevrolet 2002 Malibu Owner's Manual page 256

United States
When your brake fluid falls to a low level, your brake
warning light will come on. See "Brake System Warning
Light" in the Index.
What to Add
When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT
brake fluid. Use new brake fluid from a sealed container
only. See "Recommended Fluids and Lubricants" in
the Index.
Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area
around the cap before removing it. This will help keep
dirt from entering the reservoir.
With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake
system, your brakes may not work well, or they
may not even work at all. This could cause a
crash. Always use the proper brake fluid.
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Using the wrong fluid can badly damage
brake system parts. For example, just a few
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drops of mineral based oil, such as engine
oil, in your brake system can damage brake
system parts so badly that they'll have to be
replaced. Don't let someone put in the
wrong kind of fluid.
If you spill brake fluid on your vehicle's
painted surfaces, the paint finish can be
damaged. Be careful not to spill brake fluid on
your vehicle. If you do, wash it off immediately.
See "Appearance Care" in the Index.
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