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.
Refer to the Maintenance Schedple to
determine when to check
yoqr
drake
fluid. See “Periodic Maintenance
Inspections” in the Index.
To
Check Brake
Fluid:
You
can check the brake fluid without
taking
off
the cap. Just look at the
windows on the brake fluid reservoir. The
fluid levels should be above “MIN.” If
they aren’t, have your brake system
checked to see if there is a leak.
After work is done
on
the brake hydraulic
system, make sure the levels are above
“MIN’ and below the top
of
each
window.
What
to
Add:
When you do need brake fluid, use only
DOT-3 brake fluid
-
such as Delco-
Supreme 11s (GM Part
No.
1052535).
Use new brake fluid from a sealed
container only, and always clean the brakl
fluid reservoir cap before removing it.
NOTICE:
Don’t let someone put in the
wrong kind of fluid. For example,
just a few drops of mineral-based
oil, such as engine oil, in your
brake system can damage brake
system parts
so
badly that they’ll
have to be replaced.
Brake fluid can damage paint,
so
be careful not to spill brake fluid
on your vehicle. If
you
do, wash it
off
immediately. See “Appearance
Care” in the Index.
Brake Wear
Your Geo has front disc brakes and rear
drum brakes.
Disc brake pads have built-in wear
indicators that make a high-pitched
warning sound when the brake pads are
worn and new pads are needed. The
sound may come and
go
or be heard all
the time your vehicle is moving (except
when you are pushing on the brake pedal
firmly).
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