Owner Maintenance; Inspecting Brake Fluid Level; Adding Brake Fluid- Page 220

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Maintenance and Care

Owner Maintenance

Form No. 8S15-EA-03G

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Inspecting Brake Fluid Level

Inspect the fluid level in the reservoir 
regularly. It should be kept at MAX.
The level normally drops with 
accumulated distance, a condition 
associated with wear of brake  linings. If it 
is excessively low, have the brake system 
inspected by an Authorized Mazda 
Dealer.

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Adding Brake Fluid

If the fluid level is low, add fluid until it 
reaches MAX.
Before adding fluid, thoroughly clean the 
area around the cap.

Brake Fluid

Spilled Brake Fluid:
Spilled brake fluid is dangerous. If it 
gets in your eyes, they could be 
seriously injured. If this happens, 
immediately flush your eyes with 
water and get medical attention. 
Brake fluid spilled on a hot engine 
could cause a fire. Be careful not to 
spill brake fluid on yourself or on the 
engine.

Low Brake Fluid Levels:
Low brake fluid levels are dangerous. 
Low levels could signal brake lining 
wear or a brake system leak. Your 
brakes could fail and cause an 
accident. If you find a low fluid level, 
have the brakes inspected.

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Brake  fluid will damage painted 
surfaces. If brake  fluid does get on 
a painted surface, wipe it off 
immediately.

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Using nonspecified brake  fluids  
(page 10-4) will damage the system. 
Mixing different fluids will also 
damage it.
If the brake system frequently 
requires new fluid, consult an 
Authorized Mazda Dealer.

WARNING

CAUTION

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