|
|
FLUID DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING BRAKE FLUID CONTAMINATION Indications of fluid contamination are swollen or deteriorated rubber parts. Swollen rubber parts indicate the presence of petroleum in the brake fluid. To test for contamination, put a small amount of drained brake fluid in clear glass jar. If fluid separates into layers, If brake fluid is contaminated, drain and thoroughly flush system. Replace master cylinder, proportioning valve, cal- STANDARD PROCEDURE BRAKE FLUID LEVEL CHECKING Check master cylinder reservoir fluid level a minimum Fluid reservoirs (1) are marked with the words MAX If necessary, add brake fluid to bring the level to the Use only Mopar T brake fluid or equivalent from a sealed container. Brake fluid must conform to DOT 3 DO NOT use brake fluid with a lower boiling point, as brake failure could result during prolonged hard braking. Use only brake fluid that was stored in a tightly-sealed container. DO NOT use petroleum-based fluid because seal damage will result. Petroleum based fluids would be items such SPECIFICATIONS BRAKE FLUID The brake fluid used in this vehicle must conform to DOT 3 specifications and SAE J1703 standards. No other type T Brake Fluid or equivalent from a tightly sealed container. CAUTION: Never use reclaimed brake fluid or fluid from an container which has been left open. An open CAUTION: Never use any type of a petroleum-based fluid in the brake hydraulic system. Use of such type 5 - 74 BRAKES - BASE LX |