Brake System Leak Check
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Material
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid PM-1 or PM-1-C (US), CPM-1 or CPM-1-C (Canada) |
ESA-M6C25-A or WSS-M6C62-A |
WARNING:
Use of any other than approved DOT 3 brake fluid will cause permanent damage to brake components and will render the brakes inoperative. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
WARNING:
Carefully read cautionary information on product label. For additional information, see product Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS). For 24-hour MEDICAL EMERGENCY INFORMATION on Ford/Motorcraft products call: 1-800-959-3673 (FORD). Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
CAUTION:
Brake fluid is harmful to painted and plastic surfaces. If brake fluid is spilled onto a painted or plastic surface, immediately wash it with water.
- Make sure the brake master cylinder reservoir is full.
- Apply the brakes several times and make sure the brake pedal feel is not spongy. If necessary, bleed the system. For additional information, refer to Brake System Bleeding .
- If the reservoir level is dropping, inspect the brake components, fittings, tubes and hoses to locate the source of the leak.
NOTE:
Brake fluid is water soluble and it is possible that all evidence of fluid leakage has been washed off if the vehicle has been operated in the rain or snow.