Maserati GranTurismo Owner's Manual page 315

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 3,2
litres (0,7 UK gal) of washer fluid.
• Lift the reservoir cap in the engine
compartment.
• Fill the reservoir with windshield
washer solvent (refer to "Refilling
Table" in section "Technical
Specifications") 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
Maintenance and Care
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 weather, select
a solution or mixture that meets or
exceeds the temperature range of your
climate.
This rating information can be found on
most washer fluid containers.
WARNING!
•
Commercially available windshield
washer solvents are flammable. They
could ignite and burn you. Care must
be exercised when filling or when
working around the windshield washer
system.
•
Do not drive with the windshield
washer reservoir empty: the action of
the washer is essential for improving
visibility when driving.
Engine Oil Level Check
To assure proper lubrication of your
vehicle's engine, the engine oil must be
maintained at the correct level.
If the warning light illuminates
and the related message of low oil level
displays, or during scheduled services
(see "Scheduled Maintenance Service" in
this section) it is necessary to check the
engine oil level.
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