Using any non-Honda brake f luid can
cause corrosion and decrease the lif e
of the system. Have the brake
system f lushed and ref illed with
Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid
DOT 3 as soon as possible.
Brake f luid marked DOT 5 is not
compatible with your vehicle’s
braking system and can cause
extensive damage.
Check the brake f luid level in the
reservoir monthly af ter removing the
lef t engine compartment cover (see
page ).
Always use Honda Heavy Duty
Brake Fluid DOT 3. If it is not
available, you should use only DOT 3
or DOT 4 f luid, f rom a sealed
container, as a temporary
replacement.
Replace the brake f luid when this
service is indicated on a maintenance
message in the multi-inf ormation
display.
You will also see a ‘‘LOW BRAKE
FLUID’’ message on the multi-
inf ormation display.
The f luid level should be between
theMINandMAXmarksontheside
of the reservoir. If the level is at or
below the MIN mark, your brake
system needs attention. Have the
brake system inspected f or leaks or
worn brake pads.
You need remove the lef t engine
compartment cover to check the
f luid level (see page ).546
546
Brake System
Brake Fluid
Maint enance
555
MAX
MIN
\f—\f—y
\fy
) \f\fy\f\fy
2009 TL
