1996 Buick LeSabre Owner's Manual - Page 254
1996 Buick LeSabre Manual
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your brake system fixed, since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes won't work well, or won't work at all. So, it isn't a good idea to "top off" your brake fluid. Adding brake fluid won't correct aleak. If you add fluid when your linings are worn, then you'll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings. You should add (or remove) brake fluid, as necessary, only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system. What to Add When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake fluid -- such as Delco Supreme l l @(GM Part No. 1052535).Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only, and always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap before removing it. ' A CAUTION: With the wrong kind fluid in your brake of system, your brakes may not work well, or they may not even work a t all. This could cause a crash. Always use the proper brakefluid. I If you have too much brake fluid, it can spill on the engine. The fluid will burn if the engine is hot enough. You or others could be burned, and your vehicle could be damaged. Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brakehydraulic system. When your brake fluid falls to a low level, your brake warning light will come on. A chime will sound if you try to drive with this warning light on. See"Brake System Warning Light" in the Index. I 6-26