2010 Dodge Grand Caravan Cargo Owner Manual - Page 455

454 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Make sure that the radiator and coolant recovery bottle overflow hoses are not kinked or obstructed. • Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is equipped with air conditioning, also keep the front of the condenser clean. WARNING! Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly an accident. Driving with your foot resting or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and possible brake damage. You would not have your full braking capacity in an emergency. • Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs may result in unsatisfactory coolant performance, poor gas Master Cylinder - Brake Fluid Level Check The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked mileage, and increased emissions. when performing underhood services, or immediately if Brakes the "Brake System Warning Light" indicates system In order to assure brake system performance, all brake failure. system components should be inspected periodically. Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing Refer to "Maintenance Schedule" for the proper maintethe cap. Add fluid to bring the level up to the top of the nance intervals. "FULL" mark on the side of the master cylinder reservoir. Overfilling of fluid is not recommended because it may cause leaking in the system.