BRAKE SYSTEM 14
275
Info
Never use DOT 5 brake fluid. It is silicone-based and purple in color. Oil seals and brake lines are not
designed for DOT 5 brake fluid.
Avoid contact between brake fluid and painted parts. Brake fluid corrodes paint.
Only use clean brake fluid from a sealed container.
Preparatory work
– Check the rear brake linings. ( p. 276)
A00666-10
Main work
– Position the vehicle vertically.
–
Remove screw cover
1
with insert and membrane
2
.
–
Add brake fluid up to the MAX marking
A
.
Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5.1 ( p. 391)
–
Mount and tighten screw cover
1
with the insert and mem-
brane
2
.
Guideline
Brake fluid reservoir
cover, rear
- 1.5 Nm
(1.11 lbf ft)
Info
Use water to immediately clean up any brake fluid that
has overflowed or spilled.