GMC Terrain: Brake Fluid
The brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid as indicated on the reservoir cap. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10‑6 for the location of the reservoir.
There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down:
○ The brake fluid level goes down because of normal brake lining wear. When new linings are installed, the fluid level goes back up.
○ A fluid leak in the brake hydraulic system can also cause a low fluid level. Have the brake hydraulic system fixed, since a leak means that sooner or later the brakes will not work well.
Do not top off the brake fluid. Adding fluid does not correct a leak. If fluid is added when the linings are worn, there will be too much fluid when new brake linings are installed. Add or remove brake fluid, as necessary, only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system.
WARNING
If too much brake fluid is added, it can spill on the engine and burn, if the engine is hot enough. You or others could be burned, and the vehicle could be damaged. Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system.
When the brake fluid falls to a low level, the brake warning light comes on. See Brake System Warning Light on page 5‑16.
Replacing Brake System Parts
The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to be of top
quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. The
vehicle was designed and tested with ...
What to Add
Use only new DOT 3 brake fluid from a sealed container. See Recommended Fluids
and Lubricants on page 11‑12.
Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before
re ...
See also:
Snow chains
For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use snow chains which
have been specially approved for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz, or are of a corresponding
standard of quality.
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Cleaning the sensors
When washing the vehicle do
not aim
high pressure water jets directly at the
sensors. Do not use abrasive materials
or hard/sharp objects to clean the
sensors. Only use approved vehicle
shampo ...
Totally Integrated Power Module
The Totally Integrated Power Module is located in the
engine compartment near the battery. This center contains
cartridge fuses, mini-fuses and relays. A label that
identifies each component is ...
