Checking the coolant level
Fig. 129
Coolant expansion reservoir
Read and observe and on page 146 first.
The coolant expansion bottle is located in the engine compartment.
Coolant expansion reservoir » Fig. 129
Mark for the maximum permissible coolant level
Mark for the lowest permissible coolant level
The coolant level should be kept between the marks
A
and
B
.
The coolant can be checked and topped up, if the following conditions are sat-
isfied.
The vehicle is standing on a horizontal surface.
The engine is turned off.
The engine is not heated.
The bonnet is open.
Checking the level
›
Check the coolant level in the coolant expansion tank
» Fig. 129.
If the engine is warm, the test result may be inaccurate. The level can also be
above the mark
A
» Fig. 129.
In case of low coolant level, the warning light
illuminates in the instrument
cluster as well as the relevant notification » page 36 in the instrument cluster.
We still recommend inspecting the coolant level directly at the reservoir from
time to time.
Loss of coolant
A loss of coolant is first and foremost an indication of a leak in the cooling sys-
tem. Do not merely top up the coolant. Have the cooling system checked by a
specialist garage.
A
B
Replenishing
Read and observe and on page 146 first.
The coolant expansion tank must always contain a small amount of cool-
ant » page 146, in section Introduction.
›
Place a cloth over the cap of the coolant expansion tank and unscrew the
cap carefully.
›
Replenishing the coolant.
›
Turn the cap until it clicks into place.
CAUTION
■
Only top up with new coolant.
■
Do not use an alternative additive if the specified coolant is not available. In
this case, use just water and have the correct mixing ratio of water and cool-
ant additive restored by a specialist garage as soon as possible.
Brake fluid
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Checking the brake fluid level
148
Specification 148
The brake fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment » Fig. 130 on
page 148.
WARNING
■
The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. The following
warning instructions must be followed at all times when working in the en-
gine compartment » page 141.
■
Do not use used brake fluid - the function of the brake system may be im-
paired – risk of accident!
CAUTION
■
Do not continue your journey if the fluid level has dropped below the “MIN”
marking » Fig. 130 on page 148, do not continue to drive - risk of accidents!
Seek help from a specialist garage.
■
Brake fluid damages the paintwork of the vehicle.
147
Inspecting and replenishing
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