Maintenance
BRAKE FLUID
Checking the Brake Fluid
Level
If the level is low, add the specified
brake fluid to the MAX level.The level
will fall with accumulated mileage.
This is a normal condition associated
with the wear of the brake linings. If
NOTICE
•
Do not allow brake fluid to con-
tact the vehicle’s body paint, as
paint damage will result.
the fluid level is excessively low, have • Brake fluid, which has been
the brake system checked by an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
exposed to open air for an
extended time should NEVER be
used as its quality cannot be
guaranteed. It should be dis-
posed of properly.
WARNING
•
Do not use the wrong kind of
brake fluid. A few drops of min-
eral based oil, such as engine
oil, in your brake system can
damage brake system parts.
If the brake system requires fre-
quent additions of fluid this
could indicate a leak in the
brake system. Have the vehicle
inspected by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.
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Check the fluid level in the reservoir
periodically. The fluid level should be
between MAX and MIN marks on the
side of the reservoir.
Before removing the reservoir cap
and adding brake fluid, clean the
area around the reservoir cap thor-
oughly to prevent brake fluid contam-
ination.
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Information
Use only the specified brake fluid
(refer to "Recommended Lubricants
and Capacities" in chapter 8).
WARNING
Do not allow brake fluid to come
in contact with your eyes. If
brake fluid comes in contact
with your eyes, flush your eyes
with clean water for at least 15
minutes and get immediate
medical attention.
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| Language | English |
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