2. The fluid level may also drop if the brake system is in good working order. This is due to wear on the brake pads on the front disc brakes. In this case, the pistons of the wheel brake cylinders exit the cylinders, and the brake fluid follows them. Since the clutch hydraulics also run on brake fluid, a low fluid level could also be due to a clutch failure.
3. If the brake fluid level has dropped, but it continues to be between the maximum and minimum marks on the reservoir, then this is not a cause for concern.
4. To add brake fluid or not depends on the degree of wear of the brake linings. If the pads are almost worn out, the fluid level may drop to the minimum mark. When installing new pads, the pistons of the brake cylinders are pushed back, and the fluid level rises. With new linings or linings in good condition, if necessary, you can add fluid, but first you need to make sure that there are no leaks in the brake system.
5. For topping up, only brake fluid according to the American standard FMVSS 116 DOT 4 can be used.
Attention! Brake fluid is poisonous and will corrode paintwork. Since brake fluid is hygroscopic, it must be stored in a tightly closed container.
If the brake fluid level in the reservoir drops, this does not necessarily mean that some part has failed. Due to wear and automatic adjustment of the brake linings, the fluid level gradually drops. Before adding fluid, check the brake system and the condition of the brake linings. To prevent fluid from leaking out of the tank, do not exceed the maximum mark.
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