Clutch Fluid Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Suzuki XL-7 and 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fluid level should be always between MIN and MAX lines on reservoir. If fluid decreases quickly, check for leakage, repair leaky point, if any, and add fluid up to MAX level.

Fig 1: Inspecting Clutch Fluid

Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.

NOTE:

Brake fluid damages painted surface badly. Should it get on painted surface, remove it immediately and clean surface thoroughly.
Do not use shock absorber fluid or any other fluid which contains mineral oil. Do not use container which has been used for mineral oil or which is wet from water. Mineral oil will cause swelling and distortion of rubber parts in hydraulic clutch system and water will mix with brake fluid, lowering fluid boiling point. Keep all fluid containers capped to prevent contamination.
Make sure not to use fluid whose container cap was first opened more than a year ago.