Ford F-150s, Expeditions and Lincoln Navigators because of a problem with the brake master cylinder. According to NHTSA the ...

The brake fluid reservoir is usually plastic and clear or semi-translucent. This allows you to visualize the brake fluid levels without removing the cap. The reservoir is usually in the back of ...

but like brake calipers, sometimes it can spring leaks or otherwise fail, and it must be rebuilt or replaced. The master cylinder is topped by the brake-fluid reservoir, which must be kept full.

Brake fluid leaks, loss of drive power and window issues are all prompting vehicles to come back to the dealership.

If the brake fluid in the reservoir is dirty or brownish or if the brakes start feeling ineffective, have the brake system checked and have the fluid replaced whenever possible.

Like with other fluids, look for either a dipstick or reservoir in the engine bay ... through the gears with your foot on the brake to help the new fluid flow through the transmission.

Hydraulic clutches for manual transmissions use brake fluid to supply pressure ... pedal makes fluid flow from a master cylinder (or fluid reservoir) to the slave cylinder, which moves the ...