Checking and refilling levels
The oil change intervals are shown in the
Maintenance Programme.
Topping up coolant
For the sake of the environment
Because of disposal problems and the
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Wait for the engine to cool down.
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special tools and specialist knowledge re-
quired, we recommend that you have the
engine oil and filter changed by a Techni-
cal Service.
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Cover the coolant expansion tank cap with
WARNING
Only change the engine oil yourself if you
have the specialist knowledge required!
a cloth and carefully unscrew it to the left
.
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Top up the coolant only if there is still cool-
ant in the expansion tank, otherwise you
could damage the engine. If there is no
coolant in the expansion tank, do not con-
tinue driving. You should obtain professional
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Before opening the bonnet, read and ob-
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Never pour oil down drains or into the
serve the warnings page 322.
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ground.
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Wait for the engine to cool down. Hot oil
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Use a suitable container when draining
may cause burn injuries.
the used oil. It must be large enough to hold
all the engine oil.
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Wear eye protection to avoid injuries,
such as acid burns, caused by splashes of
oil.
assistance
.
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If there is still some coolant in the expansion
tank, top up to the upper mark.
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When removing the oil drain plug with
Cooling system
your fingers, keep your arm horizontal to
help prevent oil from running down your
arm.
Top up with coolant until the level becomes
stable.
Topping up coolant
Screw the cap back on correctly.
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Wash your skin thoroughly if it comes into
contact with engine oil.
Read the additional information carefully
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Any loss of coolant fluid normally indicates a
leak in the cooling system. Take the vehicle
straight to a specialised workshop to have
the cooling system examined. If there are no
leaks in the engine cooling system, a loss of
coolant can only occur if the coolant boils
and is forced out of the system as a result of
overheating.
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Engine oil is poisonous! Used oil must be
stored in a safe place out of the reach of
children.
Top up coolant when the level is below the
MIN (minimum) mark.
Checking coolant level
CAUTION
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Park the vehicle in a horizontal position.
No additives should be used with engine oil.
This could result in engine damage. Any
damage caused by the use of such addi-
tives would not be covered by the factory
warranty.
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Switch the ignition off.
WARNING
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Read off the coolant level on coolant ex-
pansion tank. When the engine is cold, the
coolant level should be between the marks.
When the engine is hot, it may be slightly
above the upper mark.
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The cooling system is under pressure. Do
not unscrew the cap on the coolant expan-
sion tank when the engine is hot: risk of
burns!
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