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• When the engine is warm or hot, the cooling system is pressurised! Do

not unscrew the cap on the expansion tank when the engine is hot. This is

a burn injury risk.

Caution

• When mixed with other additives the colour of G 12 will change to brown.

If this occurs you should have the coolant changed immediately. Failure to do

so will result in engine damage!

• If a lot of coolant has been lost, wait for the engine to cool down before

putting in cold coolant. This avoids damaging the engine. Large coolant

losses are an indication of leaks in the cooling system. See a specialised

workshop immediately and have the cooling system checked. Otherwise,

there is a risk of engine damage.

Washer fluid and windscreen wiper blades

Topping up washer fluid 

The water for cleaning the windscreen should always be

mixed with washer fluid.

The windscreen washer and the headlight washing system are supplied with

fluid from the windscreen washer fluid container in the engine compartment.

The reservoir is located on the right-hand side of the engine compartment.

Plain water is not enough to clean the windscreen and headlights. We recom-

mend that you always add a product to the windscreen washer fluid.

Approved windscreen cleaning products exist on the market with high deter-

gent and anti-freeze properties, these may be added all-year-round. Please

follow the dilution instructions on the packaging.

WARNING (continued)

Fig. 142 In the engine

compartment: Cap of

windscreen washer fluid

reservoir.

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Safety First Operating instructions Practical tips Technical Data

WARNING

Any work carried out in the engine compartment or on the engine must be

carried out cautiously.

• When working in the engine compartment, always observe the safety

warnings ⇒ page 205.

Caution

• Never put radiator anti-freeze or other additives into the windscreen

washer fluid.

• Always use approved windscreen cleansing products diluted as per

instructions. If you use other washer fluids or soap solutions, the tiny holes

in the fan-shaped nozzles could become blocked.

Changing the front windscreen wiper blades

If the windscreen wiper blades are in perfect condition, you

will benefit from an improved visibility. Damaged wiper

blades should be replaced immediately.

Changing wiper blades can be done in both the rest and horizontal

positions. Ensure that the wiper blades are not frozen.

Changing the windscreen wiper blades

– Lift the wiper arm away from the windscreen.

– Press on the side tabs and release the blade moving it in the

direction of the arrow ⇒ fig. 143.

Fitting the wiper blade

– Insert the tab into the slot of the blade ⇒ fig. 143.

Fig. 143 Changing the

front wiper blades

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– Move the blade towards the arm in the opposite direction of the

arrow ,until it clicks into position ⇒ fig. 143.

– Push the wiper arms back against the windscreen.

If the windscreen wipers smear, they should be replaced if they are damaged,

or cleaned if they are soiled.

If this does not produce the desired results, the setting angle of the wind-

screen wiper arms might be incorrect. They should be checked by a qualified

workshop and corrected if necessary.

WARNING

Do not drive unless you have good visibility through all windows!

• Clean the windscreen wiper blades and all windows regularly.

• The wiper blades should be changed once or twice a year.

Caution

• Damaged or dirty windscreen wipers could scratch the windscreen.

• Never use fuel, nail varnish remover, paint thinner or similar products to

clean the windows. This could damage the windscreen wiper blades.

• Never move the windscreen wiper or windscreen wiper arm manually. This

could cause damage.

• Do not pull the windscreen wipers forward unless they are in the service

position. Otherwise the bonnet could be damaged.

Note

• The wiper arms can be moved to the service position only when the

bonnet is properly closed.

Changing the rear wiper blade

A good rear wiper blade is essential for clear rear vision.

Damaged wiper blades should be replaced immediately.

Fig. 144 Remove rear

window wiper blade

Fig. 145 Mount rear

window wiper blade

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