NOTICE:
Using the wrong fluid can badly damage
brake system parts.
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. Don’t let someone put in the
wrong kind of fluid.
If you spill brake fluid on your vehicle’s
painted surfaces, the paint finish can be
damaged. 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
If
you have a
C
3500
HD model, it has four-wheel disc
brakes without wear indicators.
If
you ever hear a brake
rubbing noise, have the brake linings inspected.
If your pickup is not a
C
3500
HD model,
it
has front
disc brakes and rear drum brakes.
Disc brake pads (except
C
3500
HD models) 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).
The brake wear warning sound means that soon
your brakes won’t work well. That could lead to
an accident. When you hear the brake wear
warning sound, have your vehicle serviced.
NOTICE:
Continuing to drive with worn-out brake pads
could result in costly brake repair.
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