Brake fluid level check, brake fluid replacement

BRAKE FLUID LEVEL CHECK
1. Check the brake fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir located on the master cylinder.
2. The brake fluid level in the reservoir should be between the "MIN" and "MAX" marks.
3. If the brake fluid level is below the "MIN" mark, add fresh brake fluid up to the "MAX" mark.

BRAKE FLUID REPLACEMENT
1. For the brake system bleeding procedure, refer to the "Brakes" section.
2. Connect a clear vinyl hose to the bleeder valve of the disc brake caliper or the drum brake wheel cylinder. Place the free end of the hose in a container with clean brake fluid.
3. For the brake system bleeding procedure on vehicles equipped with Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), refer to the "Brakes" section.
4. Depress the brake pedal several times. Holding the pedal fully depressed, loosen the bleeder valve. Then tighten the bleeder valve after fluid stops flowing out.
5. Repeat the above operation until air bubbles no longer appear with the brake fluid.
6. Perform the above procedure on the brake at each wheel.

7. Add fresh brake fluid to the brake fluid reservoir up to the "MAX" mark.
Brake fluid: DOT 3 or DOT 4
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