Brake Fluid: Service and Repair

BRAKE FLUID LEVEL CHECKING

Check the brake fluid level in the master cylinder reservoir a minimum of twice a year.





The brake fluid reservoir is marked FULL and ADD indicating the allowable brake fluid level range in the reservoir.

Although there is a range, the preferred level is at the FULL mark. If necessary, adjust the brake fluid to the Full mark on the side of the master cylinder fluid reservoir using Mopar(R) Brake & Clutch Fluid DOT 4 Motor Vehicle from a sealed container. Do not overfill the system. Use only brake fluid that has been stored in a tightly-sealed container. This vehicle comes with, and the manufacturer recommends, brake fluid conforming to DOT 4 specifications. If DOT 4 brake fluid is not available, Mopar(R) Brake Fluid DOT 3 Motor Vehicle is fully compatible with DOT 4, and can be substituted in its absence. However, DOT 3 brake fluid generally has a lower boiling point than DOT 4, and is not recommended for high performance applications.

CAUTION: DO NOT use brake fluid with a lower boiling point. Brake failure can result during prolonged hard braking.

CAUTION: DO NOT use petroleum-based fluid because seal damage in the brake system will result.