1997 Chevrolet Malibu Owner's Manual - Page 246
1997 Chevrolet Malibu Manual
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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 off' your brake fluid. ''top Adding brake fluid won't correct a leak. you add fluid If when your liningsare worn, then you'll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings. should add You (or remove) brake fluid, necessary, only when work as is done on the brake hydraulic system. BRAKE I A CAUTION: 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 burned, be and your vehicle could be damaged. Add brake fluid only when work done on the brake is hydraulic system. United States Canada When your brake fluid falls a low level, your brake to warning light will comeon. See "Brake System Warning Light" in the Index. 6-25