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Brake Fluid Reservoir
BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR
See General Warnings, Section 1, Page 1-2.
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Figure 10-5 Brake Fluid (remote reservoir shown) and
Coolant Access (diesel only)
The brake fluid reservoir (1) is located under the hood (Figure 10-5, Page 10-8). Raise the hood to check the brake
fluid level.
When checking the brake fluid, also inspect the following:
• The presence of brake fluid on the exterior surface of the master cylinder indicates a leak.
• The brake fluid reservoir diaphragm (located in the cap) should not have holes or other damage.
BRAKE FLUID
Brake fluid level should be within 1/4-inch (6 mm) from the top of the reservoir (Figure 10-6, Page 10-8). Also, brake
fluid should be clean with no residue in the bottom of the reservoir or other evidence of contamination.
CAUTION
• Use only DOT 5 (silicone) brake fluid. Use of any other type brake fluid is not recommended.
ENGINE OIL
Even though the low oil warning light on the instrument panel should illuminate if the oil level becomes low, the
engine oil level should be checked daily. The vehicle should be on a level surface when the oil is checked. Do not
overfill the engine with oil.
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2008-2012 All-Wheel Drive Maintenance and Service Manual
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1. Full Level 2. Safe Level 3. Low Level
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Figure 10-6 Brake Fluid Reservoir (remote reservoir
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
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