Tribute ES 4WD V6-3.0L DOHC (2002)
Brake Master Cylinder: Customer Interest
Brakes - Brake Fluid Reservoir Cap Leakage
04-004/02
2001-2002 Tribute - FLUID LEAKAGE FROM BRAKE RESERVOIR CAP
APPLICABLE MODELS
2001-2002 Tributes
DESCRIPTION
Some vehicles may exhibit fluid leakage from the brake reservoir cap. This may be caused by the insufficient sealing of the cap.
To improve the sealing, a new brake reservoir cap is available to prevent this condition.
Customers having this concern should have their vehicle repaired using the following procedure.
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1.
Verify concern.
2.
Install a new cap and turn it clockwise to secure.
NOTE:
Turn the cap until it completely stops.
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Be aware of the direction of the label: the text part faces toward the front of the vehicle.
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To prevent the label from peeling off wipe the leaked fluid or dust completely off the tank.
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You can use brake cleaner to degrease if necessary.
