We recommend maintaining the oil level within the range A , but not above, if
the engine has been operating at high loads, for example, during a lengthy
motorway trip during the summer months, towing a trailer or negotiating a
high mountain pass.
The coolant consists of water with a concentration of coolant additive. This
mixture guarantees antifreeze protection, protects the cooling/heater system
against corrosion and prevents the formation of scale.
Vehicles exported to countries with a mild climate are already factory-filled
with a coolant which offers antifreeze protection down to about -25 ℃. In
these countries the concentration of coolant additive should be at least 40 %.
The warning light in the instrument cluster will indicate whether the oil level is
too low » page 36, Engine oil. Check the oil level using the dipstick as
soon as possible. Add oil accordingly.
Vehicles exported to countries with a cold climate are already factory-filled
with a coolant which offers antifreeze protection down to about -35 °C. In
these countries the concentration of coolant additive should be at least 50 %.
CAUTION
■
Always check the oil level on vehicles with the 1.2 l/44 kW engine when the
If a higher concentration of antifreeze is required for climatic reasons, the
amount of coolant additive can only be increased up to a maximum of 60 %
(antifreeze protection down to approx. -40 °C).
engine is cold. Otherwise the measuring result is incorrect und oil could be in-
correctly replenished - risk of engine damage!
The oil level must never be above the A range » Fig. 128 – there is a risk of
■
damaging the exhaust system.
When refilling, only use the same antifreeze identified on the coolant expan-
sion vessel » Fig. 129 on page 144.
Replenishing
WARNING
Read and observe and on page 141 first.
■
The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. While working in
the engine compartment, be sure to observe the following warn-
ings » page 138.
Do not continue your journey if for some reason it is not possible to top
up the coolant under the current conditions. Switch off the engine and
seek assistance from a specialist garage.
Check the oil level » page 142.
Unscrew the cap of the engine oil filler opening » Fig. 126 on page 140.
Replenish the oil in portions of 0.5 litres in accordance with the correct speci-
fications » page 141.
Check the oil level » page 142.
Carefully screw on the oil filler opening cap and push the dipstick in fully.
›
›
■
›
›
›
CAUTION
■
The amount of coolant additive in the coolant must never be allowed to fall
Changing
below 40 %.
■
Read and observe and on page 141 first.
Over 60 % coolant additive in the coolant reduces the antifreeze protection
and coolant effectiveness.
A coolant additive that does not comply with the correct specifications can
significantly reduce the corrosion protection.
The engine oil must be changed according to prescribed service intervals or ac-
cording to the » Service plan service interval display.
■
■
Any faults resulting from corrosion may cause a loss of coolant and can con-
Coolant
sequently result in major engine damage!
■
Do not fill the coolant above the mark A » Fig. 129 on page 144.
We recommend that you visit a specialist garage if a fault causes the engine
Introduction
■
to overheat, otherwise serious engine damage may occur.
Additional headlights and other attached components in front of the air inlet
impair the cooling efficiency of the coolant.
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
■
Capacity
Checking the coolant level
Replenishing
144
144
144
■
Never cover the radiator - there is a risk of the engine overheating.
143
Inspecting and replenishing
English 
