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The engine compartment at a glance
1
Dipstick for engine oil, see Checking
engine oil level
2
Reservoir for brake fluid under the
microfilter housing 275
3
Reservoir for windscreen washer and
headlight cleaning system 67
4
Engine oil filler cap 274
5
Coolant expansion tank 274
6
Jump-start connection point 285
Engine oil
Checking engine oil level
1. Park the car on a horizontal surface
2. Switch off the engine, which should be
at its regular operating temperature
3. After about 5 minutes pull out the
dipstick and wipe it dry with a non-linting
cloth, paper tissue or similar
4. Carefully push the dipstick fully into its
tube, then pull it out again
5. The fluid level must be between the two
marks on the dipstick.
Like fuel consumption, engine oil
consumption depends on driving style and
operating conditions.
The quantity of oil between the two dipstick
marks is approx. 1 litre (1.8 pints). Do not
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