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1997 Saturn SL Base SL Manual

1997 Saturn SL
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Front Wheel Drive, 4 Door Sedan, Compact
28 mpg city / 40 mpg hwy
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January 22, 2009, 4:48 pm

Kris N
 

Question: where does the brake fluid go

how can I find the place where to put the brake fluid in my 98 sl saturn?? gas attendant can not find it either??


February 5, 2009, 10:02 am

Tim M
 

You shouldn't need to add brake fluid, unless you have a problem. Adding extra fluid can cause a spill when replacing front brake pads. If the extra fluid you put in isn't removed before the brake service is done, it will squirt out all over your engine compartment - and it's hard on the paint!

It isn't like engine oil where you should make sure the level is at the "full" mark.

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