1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette Owner's Manual - Page 288

~~ ~~~ ~~~ ~ should have your brake system fixed, since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes won't work well, or won't work at all. So, it isn't a good idea to "top off' your brake fluid. Adding brake fluid won't correct a leak. If you add fluid when your linings are worn, then you'll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings. You should add (or remove) brake fluid, as necessary, only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system. What to Add The brake fluid reservoir is located to the left of the windshield washer fluid reservoir, at the back of the engine compartment. When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake fluid -- such as Delco Supreme 11 (GM Part No. 1052535). Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only, and always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap before removin,g it. @ NOTICE: 0 0 When your brake fluid falls to a low level, your brake warning light will come on. See "Brake System Warning Light" in the Index. Don't let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid. For example, just a few drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine oil, in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they'll have to be replaced. Brake fluid can damage paint, so be careful not to spill brake fluid on your vehicle. If you do, wash it off immediately. See "Appearance Care" in the Index. 6-28