User's Manual

Power steering fluid is highly
inflammable. Do not allow power
steering fluid to come into contact with
naked flames or other sources of
ignition (e.g. a hot engine).
The engine must not be started if the
fluid level has dropped below the MIN
mark.
Seek qualified assistance immediately if
there is a noticeable drop in the fluid
level.
If fluid loss is slow, the reservoir may
be topped-up to the upper level mark to
enable the vehicle to be driven to a repair
facility for examination. However, it is
recommended that you seek qualified
assistance before driving the vehicle.
Check and top-up the fluid with the vehicle on
level ground, with the engine switched off and
the system cold. Make sure that the steering
wheel is not turned after stopping the engine.
The level of fluid can be seen through the
translucent body of the reservoir, see 203,
FLUID FILLER LOCATIONS.
The fluid level should be between the MIN and
the MAX marks.
TOPPING UP THE POWER STEERING
FLUID
It is imperative that the power steering
system does not become contaminated
in any way. Always use new fluid and
clean the area around the filler neck both
before removing the filler cap and after
topping up. Never return drained fluid
to the system.
Power steering fluid will damage painted
surfaces. Soak up any spillage with an
absorbent cloth immediately and wash
the area with a mixture of car shampoo
and water.
1.
Clean the filler cap before removing to
prevent dirt from entering the reservoir.
2.
Remove the filler cap.
3.
Top-up the reservoir until the fluid level is
between the MIN and MAX marks. For the
power steering fluid specification, see 245,
LUBRICANTS AND FLUIDS.
4.
Replace the filler cap.
CHECKING THE WASHER FLUID LEVEL
Some screen washer products are
flammable, do not allow screen washer
fluid to come into contact with naked
flames or sources of ignition.
If the vehicle is operated in
temperatures below 4°C (40°F), use a
washer fluid with frost protection.
Only screen washer fluid products which
are approved for automotive use should
be used and then only in accordance
with the manufacturer's instructions.
Take care to avoid spillage, particularly
if an undiluted or high concentration is
being used. If spillage occurs, wash the
affected area immediately with water.
The washer reservoir supplies the windscreen
and headlamp washer jets.
Check and top-up the reservoir level at least
every week, see 245, LUBRICANTS AND FLUIDS.
Operate the washers periodically to check that
the nozzles are clear and properly directed.
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Fluid level checks
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FOR REFERENCE ONLY
24.07.2015