Maserati QUATTROPORTE Owner's Manual page 295

level may be caused by a leak and
a requires accurate checkup of the
braking system.
CAUTION!
The symbol on the tank cap
identifies the synthetic type of brake
fluid, distinguishing it from the
mineral type. Using mineral fluids
damages the special rubber linings of
the brake system irreparably.
WARNING!
• To avoid contamination from foreign
materials or moisture, use only new
brake fluid or fluid that has been
in a tightly closed container. Keep
the master cylinder reservoir cap
secured at all times. Brake fluid in
an open container absorbs moisture
from the air resulting in a lower
boiling point. This may cause it to
boil unexpectedly during hard or
prolonged braking, resulting in
sudden brake failure. This could
result in an accident.
•
Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir
can result in spilling brake fluid on
hot engine parts, causing the brake
fluid to catch fire. Brake fluid can
also damage painted and vinyl
surfaces, make sure it does not spill
over these surfaces.
• Do not allow petroleum based fluid
to contaminate the brake fluid. Brake
seal components could be damaged,
causing partial or complete brake
failure. This could result in an
accident.
Adding Windshield Washer Fluid
The reservoir on the left side of the
engine compartment contains the fluid
to wash the windshield.
During scheduled services or when the
message of low level of the washer
fluid appears together with the
related telltale add more fluid as
soon as possible.
The fluid reservoir may contain nearly
3,5 litres (0.77 UK gal) of washer fluid.
• Remove the reservoir cap in the
engine compartment and lift the
filler neck.
Maintenance and Care
• Fill the reservoir with windshield
washer solvent (refer to "Refillings
Table" in this section) and operate
the system for a few seconds to flush
out the residual water.
• When refilling the washer fluid
reservoir, apply some washer fluid to
a cloth or towel and wipe the wiper
blades clean. This will help blade
performance.
To prevent freeze-up of your
windshield washer system in cold
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