Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling

Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling

Caution: Refer to Brake Fluid Caution (Brake Fluid Caution) .
Caution: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Caution (Brake Fluid Irritant Caution) .

Notice: Refer toAdding Fluid to the Brake System Notice (Adding Fluid to the Brake System Notice) .


Notice: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Notice (Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Notice) .





1. Visually inspect the brake fluid level in the master cylinder reservoir (1).
2. If the brake fluid level is at or below the minimum allowable level (3) during routine fluid inspections, the brake system should be inspected for wear and possible brake fluid leaks.
3. If the brake fluid level is at or below the minimum allowable level (3) and an inspection of the brake system did not reveal wear or brake fluid leaks, the brake fluid may be topped up to the maximum fill level (2).

Important: If brake fluid is to be added to the master cylinder reservoir (1), clean the outside and around the reservoir cap prior to removal.


4. If a brake system service was just completed, the brake fluid may be topped up to the maximum fill level (2).
5. If the brake fluid level is above the minimum allowable level (3), adding brake fluid is not recommended under normal conditions.