GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNINGS
Do not work on a hot engine.
Switch the ignition off and apply the
parking brake.
Do not touch the electronic ignition
system parts after you have switched
the ignition on or when the engine is
running. The system operates at high
voltage. Failure to adhere to this warning
could result in serious personal injury or
death.
Keep your hands and clothing clear
of the engine cooling fan.
Under certain conditions, the engine
cooling fan may continue to run for several
minutes after you switch your vehicle off.
Make sure that you fit filler caps securely
after carrying out maintenance checks.
We recommend that you carry out the
following checks.
Check Daily
• Exterior lamps.
• Interior lamps.
• Warning lamps and indicators.
Check When Refueling
• Washer fluid level. See Washer Fluid
Check (page 173).
• Tire pressures. See Technical
Specifications (page 205).
• Tire condition. See Wheels and Tires
(page 187).
Check Monthly
• Engine oil level. See Engine Oil Check
(page 167).
• Engine coolant level. See Engine
Coolant Check (page 168).
• Brake fluid level. See Brake Fluid
Check (page 172).
• Pipes, hoses and reservoirs for leaks.
• Air conditioning operation.
• Parking brake operation.
• Horn operation.
• Tightness of lug nuts. See Technical
Specifications (page 205).
OPENING AND CLOSING THE
HOOD
Opening the Hood
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