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system fixed, since a leak means that sooner or later your
brakes won’t work well, or won’t work at all.
So,
it isn’t a good idea to “top
off’
your brake fluid.
Adding brake fluid won’t correct a leak. If
you
add fluid
when your linings are worn, then you’ll have too much
fluid when
you
get new brake linings. You should add
(or remove) brake fluid,
as
necessary, only when work is
done on the brake hydraulic system.
What to Add
When you do need brake fluid, use only
DOT-3
brake
fluid
--
such as Delco Supreme 11
@I
(GM
Part
No.
12377967). Use new brake fluid from a sealed
container only.
Always clean
the
brake fluid reservoir cap and the area
around the cap before removing it. This will help keep
dirt from entering the reservoir.
A
If
you have too much brake fluid, it can spill on the
engine. The fluid
will
burn if the engine is hot
enough. You or others could be burned, and your
vehicle could be damaged. Add brake fluid only
when work is done on the brake hydraulic system.
When your brake fluid falls to a low level, your brake
warning light will come on. See “Brake System Warning
Light” in the Index.
CAUTION:
With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake
system, your brakes may not work well, or they
may not even work at all. This could cause a
crash. Always use the proper brake fluid.
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