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1-42 GENERAL~INFORMATION
AND MAINTENANCE
Fig. 206 The fluid level should be between
llow,be*"retoch~ckiebrake~
.
the MAX and MIN hnes if the fhud level IS
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Fig. 209 If the master cylinder capgasket
is swelled like such, it can be a sign of con-
tamination. If the gasket is swelled . . .
Fig. 207 Wipe the master cylinder reservoir
clean before opening the cap to ensure that
no contamination enters the brake fluid
Fig. 210 . . . make sure to push the gasket
back to the normal position
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Fig. 208 Unscrew the master cylinder cap
and remove it from the reservoir
Fig. 211 Carefully pour approved brake fluid
from a fresh, sealed container directly into
the reservoir
2. Inspect the fluid in the reservoir, making sure
fluid is between the MAX and the MIN marks.
FLUID RECOMMENDATIONS
When adding or changing the fluid in the systems,
use a quality brake fluid conforming to DOT 3 speci-
fications from an sealed container. Never reuse old
brake fluid.
LEVEL CHECK
b See Figures 212, 213, and 214
1. Wipe the clutch master cylinder reservoir cap
and the surrounding area clean with a shop towel.
3. If required, remove the clut ch master cylinder
reservoir lid. then add fresh fluid I
FLUID RECOMMENDATIONS
mark on the'reservoir.
to fill to the top full
When adding or changing the power steering
fll$,""
Dexron@il ATF (Automatic Transmission
-
-
.
Be careful to avoid sf Billing any brake fluid on
LEVELCHECK
painted surfaces, bet :ause the paint coat will
become discolored or damaged.
b See Figures 215, 216, 217, and 218
4. Reinstall the lid onto the clutch master cylin-
Like all other general maintenance items, check
der.
every 3,OOfl miles (4,800 km) or once a month. In-
5. If removed, install the air cleaner assembly.
spect the oil level in the reservoir by checking the po-
Fig. 212 The clutch master cylinder has
MAX (A) and MIN (B) fill lines on the reser
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