Check Regularly And Before A Long Trip - Mercedes-Benz 2008 CLS 550 Operator's Manual

Check regularly and before a long trip

1 Washer and headlamp cleaning sys-
tem*
For more information on refilling the
reservoir, see "Washer system and
headlamp cleaning system*"
( page 292).
2 Engine oil level
For more information on engine oil lev-
el, see "Engine oil" ( page 287).
3 Brake fluid
For more information on brake fluid,
see "Brake fluid" ( page 450).
4 Coolant level
For more information on the coolant
level, see "Coolant level" ( page 290).
!
If you find that the brake fluid in the brake
fluid reservoir has fallen to the minimum mark or
below, have the brake system checked for brake
pad thickness and leaks immediately. Notify an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately.
Do not add brake fluid as this will not solve the
problem. For more information, see "Practical
hints" ( page 347).
Vehicle lighting
Check function and cleanliness. For more
information on replacing light bulbs, see
the "Practical hints" section ( page 404).
For more information, see "Exterior lamp
switch" ( page 126).
At the gas station
Tire inflation pressure
For more information, see "Checking tire
inflation pressure" ( page 303).
Operation
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