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Brake Fluid Loss

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Were you sent here from DIAGNOSTIC STARTING POINT - HYDRAULIC BRAKES  under TROUBLE SHOOTING? If so, go to next step. If not, see DIAGNOSTIC STARTING POINT - HYDRAULIC BRAKES  under TROUBLE SHOOTING.
  2. Inspect the hydraulic brake system for proper operation. Did you find and correct a condition? If so, go to step  6 . If not, go to next step.
  3. Inspect the disc brake system for proper operation. Did you find and correct a condition? If so, go to step  6 . If not, go to next step.
  4. Separate the master cylinder from the vacuum brake booster. Do not disconnect any brake pipes. Inspect the rear of the master cylinder for a brake fluid leak. Inspect for brake fluid in the vacuum brake booster. Did you find a brake fluid leak? If so, go to next step. If not, go to DIAGNOSTIC STARTING POINT - HYDRAULIC BRAKES  under TROUBLE SHOOTING.
  5. Replace the brake master cylinder and the vacuum brake booster. See MASTER CYLINDER  under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. After repairs are complete, go to next step.
  6. Install or connect components that were removed or disconnected during diagnosis. Road test the vehicle to confirm proper operation. Is the condition still present? If so, go to step  2 . If not, system is okay.
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