Automatic Transaxle – If Equipped - Chrysler Journey User Manual

Master Cylinder – Brake Fluid Level Check
Check the fluid level in the master cylinder
immediately if the "Brake Warning Light" indi-
cates system failure.
Check the fluid level in the master cylinder
when performing underhood services.
Clean the top of the master cylinder area before
removing the cap. If necessary, add fluid to
bring the fluid level up to the requirements
described on the brake fluid reservoir.
Overfilling of fluid is not recommended be-
cause it may cause leaking in the system.
Fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake
pads wear. Brake fluid level should be checked
when pads are replaced. However, low fluid
level may be caused by a leak and a checkup
may be needed.
Use only manufacturer's recommended brake
fluid. Refer to "Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine
Parts" in this section for the correct fluid type.
WARNING!
• Use only manufacturer's recommended
brake fluid. Refer to "Fluids, Lubricants,
and Genuine Parts" in this section for the
correct fluid type. Using the wrong type of
brake fluid can severely damage your
brake system and/or impair its perfor-
mance. The proper type of brake fluid for
your vehicle is also labeled on the original
factory installed hydraulic master cylinder
reservoir.
• To avoid contamination from foreign matter
or moisture, use only new brake fluid or
fluid that has been in a tightly closed con-
tainer. Keep the master cylinder reservoir
cap secured at all times. Brake fluid in a
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 sud-
den brake failure. This could result in a
accident.
WARNING! (Continued)
• 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, care should be taken to
avoid its contact with these surfaces.
• Do not allow petroleum based fluid to con-
taminate the brake fluid. Brake seal com-
ponents could be damaged, causing partial
or complete brake failure. This could result
in an accident.
Automatic Transaxle – If Equipped
The automatic transaxle and differential assem-
bly are contained within a single housing.
The fluid level in the automatic transaxle should
be checked whenever the vehicle is serviced.
Operation with an improper fluid level will
greatly reduce the life of the transaxle and the
fluid.
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