BRAKE FLUID
WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID
For additional brake fluid information, see “Rec-
ommended fluids/lubricants and capacities” in
the “Technical and consumer information” sec-
tion of this manual.
WARNING
•
Use only new fluid from a sealed con-
tainer. Old, inferior or contaminated
fluid may damage the brake system.
The use of improper fluids can damage
the brake system, and affect the vehi-
cle’s stopping ability.
•
•
Clean the filler cap before removing.
Brake fluid is poisonous and should be
stored carefully in marked containers
out of the reach of children.
Check the fluid level in the reservoir. If the fluid is
Except for Canada
1
below the MIN line
illuminates, add Genuine NISSAN Brake Fluid or
equivalent DOT 3 fluid up to the MAX line
or the brake warning light
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To check the fluid level, use your finger to plug the
1
center hole
of the cap/tube assembly, then
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2
. If
CAUTION
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remove it from the reservoir. If there is no fluid in
the tube, add fluid.
fluid must be added frequently, the system should
be checked by a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.
Do not spill the fluid on any painted sur-
faces. This will damage the paint. If fluid
is spilled, immediately wash the surface
with water.
For Canada
Fill the window washer fluid reservoir periodically.
Add window washer fluid when the low washer
fluid warning appears on the vehicle information
display. (See “Low washer fluid warning (if so
equipped)”in the “Instruments and controls”sec-
tion.)
8-10 Maintenance and do-it yourself
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