
Jeep Cherokee
Owners Manual
Maintaining your vehicle » Maintenance procedures
Brake System
In order to assure brake system performance, all brake
system components should be inspected periodically.
Refer to the "Maintenance Schedule" for the proper
maintenance intervals.
WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and
possibly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or
riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally
high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and
possible brake damage. You would not have your full
braking capacity in an emergency.
Brake Master Cylinder
The fluid in the master cylinder should be checked when
performing under hood services or immediately if the
"Brake Warning Light" is illuminated.
Be sure to clean the top of the master cylinder area before
removing the cap. If necessary, add fluid to bring the
fluid level up to the requirements described on the brake
fluid reservoir. With disc brakes, fluid level can be
expected to fall as the brake pads wear. Brake fluid level
should be checked when pads are replaced. However,
low fluid level may be caused by a leak and a checkup
may be needed.
Use only manufacturer's recommended brake fluid. Refer
to "Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts" in "Maintaining
Your Vehicle" for further information.
WARNING!
- Use only manufacturer's recommended brake
fluid. Refer to "Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine
Parts" in "Maintaining Your Vehicle" for further
information. Using the wrong type of brake fluid can severely damage your
brake system and/or
impair its performance. The proper type of brake
fluid for your vehicle is also identified on the
original factory installed hydraulic master cylinder
reservoir.
- To avoid contamination from foreign matter or
moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has
been in a tightly closed container. Keep the master
cylinder reservoir cap secured at all times. Brake
fluid in a open container absorbs moisture from the
air resulting in a lower boiling point. This may
cause it to boil unexpectedly during hard or prolonged
braking, resulting in sudden brake failure.
This could result in a collision.
- Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in
spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts, causing the brake fluid to
catch fire. Brake fluid can also
damage painted and vinyl surfaces, care should be
taken to avoid its contact with these surfaces.
- Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate
the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be
damaged, causing partial or complete brake failure.
This could result in a collision.
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