Nissan Sentra Service Manual: Brake fluid
Inspection
BRAKE FLUID LEVEL
- Make sure that the brake fluid level in the reservoir tank is between the MAX and MIN lines.
- Visually check around the reservoir tank for brake fluid leakage.
- If the brake fluid level is excessively low, check the brake system for leakage.
- If brake warning lamp remains illuminated after parking brake pedal is released, check the brake system for brake fluid leakage.
BRAKE LINE
- Check brake line (tubes and hoses) for cracks, deterioration or other damage. Replace any damaged parts.
- Check for brake fluid leakage by depressing brake pedal under a force of 785 N (80 kg-f, 177 lb-ft) for approximately 5 seconds while engine is running.
CAUTION:
If brake fluid leakage occurs around joints, retighten or replace damaged parts as necessary.
Brake pedal
Inspection
BRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT
Check the brake pedal height (H1) between the dash lower panel (1)
and the brake pedal upper surface.
Brake pedal height (H1) : Refer to BR-54, "Brake Pedal" ...
Brake master cylinder
Inspection
Check for brake fluid leakage at the following areas:
Master cylinder mounting face
Reservoir tank mounting face
Brake tube and brake tube connections
Brake hose and brake hose ...
Other materials:
Precaution for work
When removing or disassembling each component, be careful not to damage
or deform it. If a component
may be subject to interference, be sure to protect it with a shop cloth.
When removing (disengaging) components with a screwdriver or similar
tool, be sure to wrap the component
with a ...
Replacing
Replace the wiper blades if they are worn.
To replace the windshield wiper blades, follow
the procedure below:
When ignition switch is ON or within
60 seconds after placing the ignition switch
from ON to OFF position.
Quickly push the windshield wiper and
washer lever to the mist pos ...
Fuel (Regular Unleaded Gasoline Recommended)
Use unleaded regular gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI
(Anti-Knock Index) number (Research
octane number 91). E-85 fuel (85% fuel ethanol, 15% unleaded gasoline) may only
be used in vehicles specifically
designed for E-85 fuel (i.e. Flexible Fuel Vehicle - FFV models).
CAUTION ...
