2010 Jeep Compass Owner Manual - Page 400

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 399 Brake Master Cylinder The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked when performing under hood services, or immediately if the brake system warning light is on. fluid reservoir is low and the brake system does not indicate any leaks or other problems, it may be a result of a leak in the hydraulic clutch release system. See your local authorized dealer for service. Be sure to clean the top of the master cylinder area before Use only manufacturer's recommended brake fluid. Reremoving the cap. If necessary, add fluid to bring the fer to "Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts" in "Mainfluid level up to the requirements described on the brake taining Your Vehicle" for further information. fluid reservoir. Fluid level can be expected to fall as the WARNING! brake pads wear. The brake fluid level should be checked when the pads are replaced. However, low fluid level • Use only manufacturer's recommended brake fluid. may be caused by a leak and a checkup may be needed. Refer to "Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts" in NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with a manual "Maintaining Your Vehicle" for further informatransaxle , the brake fluid reservoir supplies fluid to both tion. Using the wrong type of brake fluid can the brake system and the clutch release system. The two severely damage your brake system and/or impair systems are separated in the reservoir, and a leak in one its performance. The proper type of brake fluid for system will not affect the other system. The manual your vehicle is also labeled on the original factory transaxle clutch release system should not require fluid installed hydraulic master cylinder reservoir. replacement during the life of the vehicle. If the brake (Continued) 7