Maserati Ghibli Owner's Manual page 311

• Clean the top of the master cylinder
area before removing the cap.
• Add fluid to bring the level up to
the "MAX" mark on the side of the
master cylinder reservoir. Use only
manufacturer's recommended brake
fluid (see "Refillings Table" in this
section).
• Once the correct level is reached,
firmly close the cap.
The brake pads wear could cause the
fluid level to fall. However, low fluid
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
Maintenance and Care
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.
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