MAINTENANCE ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 151
9.80Checking antifreeze and coolant level
Warning
Danger of scalding The coolant gets very hot and is under high pressure when the vehicle is driven.
– Do not open the radiator, radiator hoses or other cooling system components when the engine is hot. Allow the engine and cool-
ing system to cool down. If you scald yourself, hold the affected area under cold water immediately.
Warning
Danger of poisoning Coolants are poisonous and a health hazard.
– Avoid contact between coolants and skin, eyes and clothing. If fuel gets into your eyes, rinse immediately with water and con-
tact a doctor. Wash affected skin areas immediately with soap and water. If coolant is swallowed, contact a doctor immediately.
Change clothes that have come into contact with coolants. Keep coolants out of the reach of children.
– Remove the front trim. ( p. 138)
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– Remove the radiator cap .
– Check antifreeze of coolant.
−25… −45 °C (−13… −49 °F)
» If the antifreeze of the cooling liquid does not meet specifications:
– Correct antifreeze of coolant.
– Completely fill the radiator with coolant and close the radiator cap.
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