Fluid level check — brake master cylinder – Jeep 2015 Grand Cherokee - Owner Manual User Manual

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WARNING!

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high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and
possible brake damage. You would not have your full
braking capacity in an emergency.

Fluid Level Check — Brake Master Cylinder
The fluid level of the master cylinder should be checked

when performing under the hood service, or immedi-

ately if the brake system warning lamp indicates system

failure.
The brake master cylinder has a plastic reservoir. On the

outboard side of the reservoir, there is a “MAX” dot and

a “MIN” dot. The fluid level must be kept within these

two dots. Do not add fluid above the MAX mark, because

leakage may occur at the cap.

With disc brakes, the fluid level can be expected to fall as

the brake linings wear. However, an unexpected drop in

fluid level may be caused by a leak and a system check

should be conducted.
Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in

“Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information.

WARNING!

Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake

fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine
Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further
information. Using the wrong type of brake fluid
can severely damage your brake system and/or
impair its performance. The proper type of brake
fluid for your vehicle is also identified on the
original factory installed hydraulic master cylinder
reservoir.

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632 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

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