book.book Page 17 Friday, July 19, 2013 12:53 PM Fluid Reservoirs Checking Brake Fluid Topping Up the Brake Fluid WARNING: Contact Tesla immediately if Do not top up your brake fluid. Tesla service you notice increased movement of the does this when you bring Model S in for regular brake pedal or a significant loss of brake fluid. servicing. The following instructions are Driving under these conditions can result in provided for information purposes and future extended stopping distances or complete reference only: brake failure. 1. Clean the filler cap before removing to The Brake indicator on the instrument prevent dirt from entering the reservoir. panel alerts you if the quantity of fluid in 2. Unscrew the cap and remove. the brake reservoir drops below the 3. Top up the reservoir to the MAX mark using recommended level. If it displays while driving, brake fluid meeting DOT3 or DOT4 stop as soon as safety permits by gently specifications. applying the brakes. Do not continue driving. 4. Replace the filler cap. Contact Tesla immediately for assistance. WARNING: Only use new fluid from a Fluid Level Check sealed air-tight container. Never use Tesla checks the brake fluid level at the previously used fluid or fluid from a previously regularly scheduled maintenance intervals. To opened container—fluid absorbs moisture check it yourself, park Model S on level ground. which decreases braking performance. When ModelS is cool, remove the maintenance WARNING: Brake fluid is highly toxic. panel (see page 7.16). Keep containers sealed and out of the reach of children. In the event of accidental consumption, seek medical attention immediately. CAUTION: Brake fluid damages painted surfaces. Immediately soak up any spills with an absorbent cloth and wash the area with a mixture of car shampoo and water. Check the fluid level visually by looking at the outside marks on the side of the reservoir without removing the filler cap. The brake fluid level should be between the MIN and the MAX marks. NOTE: The brake fluid level drops slightly during normal use, as a result of brake pad wear, but should not be allowed to drop below the MIN mark. MAINTENANCE 7.17