Brakes
BRAKE PRECAUTIONS
LOCATING THE BRAKE FLUID
RESERVOIR
Wet brakes result in reduced braking
efficiency. Gently press the brake pedal a
See Under Hood Overview (page 359).
few times when leaving a car wash or
driving from standing water to dry the
CHECKING THE BRAKE FLUID
brakes.
Note: Depending on applicable laws and
regulations in the country where your vehicle
was originally built, the stoplamps could
WARNING: Do not use any fluid
flash during heavy braking. The hazard
other than the recommended brake fluid
warning flashers could also turn on when
as this will reduce brake efficiency. Use
your vehicle comes to a stop.
of incorrect fluid could result in the loss
of vehicle control, serious personal injury
or death.
ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM
WARNING: Only use brake fluid
from a sealed container. Contamination
ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM
with dirt, water, petroleum products or
LIMITATIONS
other materials may result in brake
system damage or failure. Failure to
The anti-lock braking system does not
adhere to this warning could result in the
eliminate the risk of crash when:
loss of vehicle control, serious personal
• You drive too closely to the vehicle in
injury or death.
front of you.
• Your vehicle is hydroplaning.
WARNING: Do not allow the fluid
to touch your skin or eyes. If this
• You take corners too fast.
happens, rinse the affected areas
• The road surface is poor.
immediately with plenty of water and
Note: If the system activates, the brake
contact your physician.
pedal could pulse and travel further.
Maintain pressure on the brake pedal.
WARNING: The brake system
could be affected if the brake fluid level
is below the MIN mark or above the MAX
BRAKE OVER ACCELERATOR
mark on the brake fluid reservoir.
In the event the accelerator pedal
becomes stuck or entrapped, apply steady
and firm pressure to the brake pedal to
slow the vehicle and reduce engine power.
If you experience this condition, apply the
brakes and bring your vehicle to a safe
stop. Move the transmission to park (P),
switch the engine off and apply the parking
brake. Inspect the accelerator pedal for
any interference. If none are found and the
condition persists, have your vehicle towed
to the nearest authorized dealer.
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Puma (CF7) Vehicles Built From: 27-03-2023, CG3833en enGBR, Edition date: 202301, First-Printing
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