1994 Cadillac Fleetwood Owner's Manual - Page 287

You can checkthe brakefluid without taking the cap. Just look the off at windows on the brake fluid reservoir.The fluid levels shouldbe above "MIN." If they aren't, have your brake system checkedto see if there is a leak. sure thelevels After work is done on the brake hydraulic system, make are above "MIN" and below the topof each window. What to Add When you do need brake fluid, use onlyDOT-3 brake fluid -- such as Delco Supreme ll@ (GM Part No.1052535). Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only, and always clean the brakefluid reservoircap .beforeremoving it. NOTICE: DOT-5 silicone brake fluid can damage your vehicle. Don't use it. Don't let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid. For example, just a few drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine oil, in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badlythat they'll haveto be replaced. Brake fluid can damage paint, so be careful not to spill brake it fluid on your vehicle.If you do, wash off immediately. See "Appearance Care" in the Index. Brake Wear Your Cadillac has front-wheel disc brakes and rear drum brakes. Disc brake padshave built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads worn and new pads are needed. are The sound may comeand go or be heard the time your vehicle is all moving (except when you pushing on the brakepedal firmly). are 274