1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Owner's Manual - Page 243

BRAKE When your brake fluid falls to a low level, your brake warning light will come on. See "Brake System Warning Light" in the Index. U With the wrong kindof fluid in your brake system, your brakes may not work well, they or may not even workat all. This could causea crash. Always use the proper brakefluid. NOTICE: What to Add When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake fluid -- such as Delco Supreme11 (GM Part No. 12377967). Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only. @ Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it. This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir. Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts. For example, just a few drops of mineral-based oil, such engine as oil, inyour brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they'll haveto be replaced. Don't let someone in the put wrong kind of fluid. If you spill brake fluid on your vehicle's painted surfaces, the paint finish can be damaged. Be careful not to spill brake fluid on your vehicle. If you do, wash off it immediately. See "AppearanceCare" in the Index.