Brakes - Pontiac G3 2009 Owner's Manual

Brakes

Brake Fluid
See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for
the location of the reservoir.
There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in
the reservoir might go down:
•
The brake fluid level goes down because of normal
brake lining wear. When new linings are installed,
the fluid level goes back up.
•
A fluid leak in the brake or clutch hydraulic system
can also cause a low fluid level. Have the brake or
clutch hydraulic system fixed, since a leak means
that sooner or later the brakes will not work well.
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The vehicle has one
reservoir for both the
brake and clutch hydraulic
systems. It is filled with
DOT 3 brake fluid.
Do not top off the brake fluid. Adding brake fluid does
not correct a leak. If fluid is added when the linings
are worn, there will be too much fluid when new brake
linings are installed. Add or remove fluid, as necessary,
only when work is done on the brake or clutch
hydraulic system.
CAUTION:
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If too much brake fluid is added, it can spill on
the engine and burn, if the engine is hot enough.
You or others could be burned, and the vehicle
could be damaged. Add brake fluid only when
work is done on the brake and/or clutch hydraulic
system.
When the brake fluid falls to a low level, the brake
warning light comes on. See Brake System Warning
Light on page 3-28.