How do you check - add and what type of brake fluid on a Ford Windstar?

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DOT 3 brake fluid - pretty much a universally specified, and readily available brake fluid.

NOTE: The Owners Manual contains illustrated procedures for checking/filling brake fluid - and the specified fluids for the vehicle.

See "Related Questions" below for a free sources of online Owners Manuals D.O.T. #3

Answer

Check the master cylinder to see if it's low.

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http://autorepair.about.com/library/recalls/bl-recalls-096a.htm

AnswerThis is well detailed and illustrated in the Owners Manual - See "Related Questions" below for more The reservoir is located on the drivers side of the engine back underneath the windshield. It is a black reservoir with a 2 inch cap. Tilting the brake fluid bottle sideways then punching 2 small holes in the foil (one on either side of the bottle opening) is the best way to get the fluid in the reservoir. Resevoir (master cylinder) on the firewall driver's side Inside the engine compartment, above the steering column is the white brake fluid reservoir.

It's a little awkward as it is partially obstructed by the windshield wiper trim piece.


Adding fluid - I usually use a small bathroom dixie cup if you fill it halfway it will fit under there

and you can pour it in



According to the Owners Manual, and the "Related Question" below...

DOT 3