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Old Feb 13, 2006 | 06:18 PM
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The light wont switch off when the brake is definitely released. Ive heard that its telling me it is low on brake fluid? Can anyone confirm this?
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Old Feb 13, 2006 | 08:36 PM
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There are several possibilities and you named one. It means you need to check out your system and find the problem.
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Old Feb 15, 2006 | 08:40 PM
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yup low brake fluid is most likely the cause. the resivore is on the drivers side by the windshield. should be very easy to find and check. you don't even have to open the resivore to check as it is white, and you can see the fluid level. Good place to start. Good luck.
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Old Feb 15, 2006 | 11:01 PM
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Ok, dont make fun of me. I know where the resivore is but do I just add pure brake fluid to it directly?
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Old Feb 15, 2006 | 11:08 PM
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yes, make sure it is a DOT 3 or above. and don't use old brake fluid just go buy some new stuff its only like 2 bucks. clean off your cap before you open your resivor make sure everything is clean then pour.
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Old Feb 15, 2006 | 11:13 PM
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yes, make sure it is a DOT 3 or above. and don't use old brake fluid just go buy some new stuff its only like 2 bucks. clean off your cap before you open your resivor make sure everything is clean then pour.
Thanks! Should I fill it up to the cap level?
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Old Feb 15, 2006 | 11:18 PM
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No.There should be a MAX/MIN mark on the side.Fill it to max and go get it checked.You got a leak somewhere.
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nope...there will be a fill mark on the side of the container.
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Old Feb 15, 2006 | 11:23 PM
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Ok, thanks guys!
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sorry I didn't want to make you feel like an idiot, i just wanted to give you all the info you need if you never open the hood before, because there are some of those on this board. how low was it?
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Old Feb 16, 2006 | 09:25 AM
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sorry I didn't want to make you feel like an idiot, i just wanted to give you all the info you need if you never open the hood before, because there are some of those on this board. how low was it?
Oh no, I wasnt saying you were at all, I just didnt want you to make fun of me because I wasnt sure how to/how much to add.

Im not exactly sure how low it is, but it definitely needs some more. I looked at it and it appears that I fill it up the bottom of the cap? Is that correct?
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right about halfway on the container is where is hould be, there is also a min max bar to help. Add some turn the car on pump the brakes then go back and check.
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