55 plate Ford Focus Brake fluid container

2005 Ford Focus 1.6 LX
Car: Ford Focus
Year: 2005
Variant: 1.6 LX
Categories: Steering, Suspension, Brakes, Wheels & Tyres
Can anybody tell me how I top up brake fluid in a 55 plate Ford Focus. Sounds simple I know but tried everything and can't seem to get into reservoir

Thanks
Problem added: Oct 2, 2010 (13 years ago)
rsm_lenzie

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Just a case of unscrewing cap on master cyl and topping up .What's the problem you're having .
Answered Oct 2, 2010 (13 years ago)
whittingehame

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Have you had a look at this similar problem:

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Answered Oct 2, 2010 (13 years ago)
rsm_lenzie

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Ha Ha thanks for that! My problem is getting into the cylinder. Where it is positioned makes it impossible to get fingers onto top of cylinder
Answered Oct 2, 2010 (13 years ago)
rsm_lenzie

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Have you had a look at this similar problem: 55 plate Ford Focus Brake fluid container

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Answered Oct 2, 2010 (13 years ago)
rsm_lenzie

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Apologies , no offence intended , but I thought the brake master cylinder reservoir was at rear bulkhead on that car and easily accessed .Obviously not if you are having trouble .
Answered Oct 2, 2010 (13 years ago)
whittingehame

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you need to remove the scutlle panel,there are screws at each side of the panel and metal clips along the length of the panel,this will give you enough room to lift the panel up to get better access to brake fluid reservoir
Answered Oct 2, 2010 (13 years ago)
2145simon

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Just seen a picture of cyl. / reservoir under scuttle panel , see the problem now . Stupid design / location !!!
Answered Oct 2, 2010 (13 years ago)
whittingehame

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