Brake Fluid

BRAKE FLUID Mopar DOT 3 Brake Fluid, SAE J1703 should be used. If DOT 3, SAE J1703 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recommended brake fluids.

STANDARD PROCEDURE - BRAKE FLUID LEVEL Always clean the master cylinder reservoir and caps before checking fluid level. If not cleaned, dirt could enter the fluid. The fluid fill level is indicated on the side of the master cylinder reservoir (1). The correct fluid level is to the MAX indicator on the side of the reservoir. If necessary, add fluid to the proper level.

BRAKE FLUID The brake fluid used in this vehicle must conform to DOT 3 specifications and SAE J1703 standards. No other type of brake fluid is recommended or approved for usage in the vehicle brake system. Use only Mopar brake fluid or an equivalent from a tightly sealed container.

NUMBER: 26-004-12 GROUP: Miscellaneous DATE: June 06, 2012 SUBJECT: Fluid Flushing Requirements MODELS: 2011 - 2012(D2)Ram Truck (3500 Pick Up) 2011 - 2012(DD)Ram Truck (3500 Chassis Cab) 2011 - 2012(DJ)Ram Truck (2500 Pick Up) 2011 - 2012(DP)Ram Truck (4500 / 5500 Chassis Cab) 2011 - 2012(DS)Ram Truck (1500) 2012(FF)Fiat 500 2011 - 2012(JC)Journey 2011 - 2012(JK)Wrangler 2011 - 2012(JS)Avenger/200 2011 - 2012(KK)Liberty 2011(KA)Nitro 2011 - 2012(LC)Challenger 2011 - 2012(LD)Charger 2011 - 2012(LX)300 2011 - 2012(MK)Compass/Patriot 2011(ND)Dakota 2013(PF)Dart 2011 - 2012(PM)Caliber 2011 - 2012(RT)Town & Country/Grand Caravan 2011 - 2012(WD)Durango 2011 - 2012(WK)Grand Cherokee DISCUSSION: Chrysler Group vehicle fluid systems do NOT require regular flushing. These systems include: engine oil, transmission oil, axle lube, brake fluid, power steering fluid, and refrigerant. The only exceptions to this requirement are published in the vehicle maintenance schedules, e.g. engine coolant. Exceptions to this recommendation include only those instances where a malfunction has occurred and/or the system has become compromised, contaminated or overheated beyond the normal operating range. Chrysler Group does NOT recommend aftermarket chemicals to flush the engine, transmission, brake or steering systems. Chemicals contained in these products can damage the system elastomeric components, and contaminate the component fluid, leading to loss of system/component durability and service life. When necessary, only the original approved system fluid should be used to flush these components using team PSE approved equipment. If the engine coolant contains a considerable amount of sediment, clean and flush with Mopar Cooling System Flush, p/n 04856977, or equivalent. Follow with a thorough rinsing to remove all deposits and chemicals. Refill with a minimum of a 50% mixture of the specified coolant and distilled water. POLICY: Information Only Disclaimer: This bulletin is supplied as technical information only and is not an authorization for repair.

The brake fluid used in this vehicle must conform to DOT 3 specifications and SAE J1703 standards. No other type of brake fluid is recommended or approved for usage in the vehicle brake system. Use only Mopar brake fluid or an equivalent from a tightly sealed container.

CAUTION: Never use reclaimed brake fluid or fluid from a container which has been left open. An open container of brake fluid will absorb moisture from the air and contaminate the fluid.

CAUTION: Never use any type of a petroleum-based fluid in the brake hydraulic system. Use of such type fluids will result in seal damage of the vehicle brake hydraulic system causing a failure of the vehicle brake system. Petroleum based fluids would be items such as engine oil, transmission fluid, power steering fluid, etc.

Always clean the master cylinder reservoir and caps before checking fluid level. If not cleaned, dirt could enter the fluid.

The fluid fill level is indicated on the side of the master cylinder reservoir (1).

The correct fluid level is to the MAX indicator on the side of the reservoir. If necessary, add fluid to the proper level.

FLUID RESERVOIR