Owners Manual

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WARNING
When opening the coolant expansion tank
there is risk of scalding by hot coolant
spraying out. The engine cooling system and
the coolant expansion tank are pressurized
when the engine is at regular operating
temperature. Wear gloves and eye protection.
Only open the coolant expansion tank at a
coolant temperature of less than 122 ‡
(50 †).
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WARNING
Coolant contains glycol and is therefore toxic.
Do not swallow the coolant. See a doctor
immediately if you swallow coolant.
Make sure that coolant does not come into
contact with skin, eyes or clothing. In case of
contact with eyes, rinse immediately with
plenty of clean water. Clean affected areas of
skin and clothing with soap and water
immediately. Change any affected clothing
immediately.
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Slowly turn cap : counter-clockwise and
allow the excess pressure to escape.
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Turn cap : further and remove it.
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Add coolant until it is at the MAX mark.
Observe the correct coolant mixture ratio
and the required water quality
(Y page 163).
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Replace cap : and tighten it until the stop.
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Check the engine cooling and heating
system regularly for leaks.
If a large quantity of coolant is lost, have
the cause traced and rectified at a qualified
specialist workshop.
Clutch system and brake system
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WARNING
Brake fluid is hazardous to health. Do not
swallow brake fluid. See a doctor immediately
if you swallow brake fluid.
Make sure that brake fluid does not come into
contact with skin, clothing or eyes. Rinse
affected areas with plenty of clean water and
consult a doctor if necessary.
Always wear gloves and eye protection when
topping up brake fluid.
Store brake fluid only in the original closed
container and keep it out of the reach of
children. Comply with safety regulations
when handling brake fluid.
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WARNING
If the boiling point of the brake fluid is too low,
vapor pockets may form in the brake system
when the brakes are subjected to a heavy load
(e.g. on long downhill stretches). This would
impair braking efficiency. The vehicle's
stopping distance may then be longer. This
increases the risk of an accident.
Have the brake fluid renewed every two years.
The brake fluid reservoir is located in the
engine compartment.
Check the brake fluid level:
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regularly, e.g. weekly or when refueling
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only with the vehicle standing on a level
surface and with the engine switched off
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Brake fluid corrodes paint, plastic and
rubber. If paint, plastic or rubber has come
into contact with brake fluid, rinse with
water immediately.
Maintenance
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Operation
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