Tracker 4WD V6-2.5L VIN 4 (2001)
Brake Master Cylinder: Service and Repair
Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling
Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling
Caution: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Caution in Service Precautions.
Caution: Do not overfill the brake fluid reservoir. Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir may cause the brake fluid to overflow onto the engine
exhaust components during brake system service. The brake fluid is flammable and may cause a fire and personal injury if the brake fluid
contacts the engine exhaust system components.
Caution: Refer to Brake Fluid Caution in Service Precautions.
Notice: Refer to Brake Fluid Damage to Electrical Connections Notice in Service Precautions.
Notice: Refer to Filling the Master Cylinder Notice in Service Precautions.
1. Thoroughly clean the reservoir cap before removal in order to avoid getting dirt into the reservoir.
2. Remove the master cylinder brake fluid reservoir cap.
Important: The brake fluid level MUST be between the MAX mark and the MIN mark for the following reasons:
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In order to ensure adequate brake fluid reserve
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In order to prevent air from entering the hydraulic brake system
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In order to allow the brake fluid to expand due to the heat from the brakes and the engine
3. Fill the reservoir until the fluid reaches the MAX mark.
4. Install the reservoir cap.
