1996 Pontiac Grand Am Owner's Manual - Page 251

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 a leak. 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. ~~ When your brake fluid falls to a low level, your brake warning light will come on. See "Brake System Warning Light" in the Index. What to Add When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake at fluid -- such as Delco Supreme 11 (GM P r No. 1052535).Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only, and always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap before removing it. @ enough. You or others could be burned, and your vehicle could be damaged. Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic