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Diesel engines
1.2 ltr./55 kW TDI CR DPF
1.6 Litres/66 kW TDI CR DPF
1.6 Litres/77 kW TDI CR DPF
Checking the coolant level
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 162.
The coolant expansion bottle is located in the engine compartment.
›
Switch off the engine.
›
Open the bonnet
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158.
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Check the level of coolant in the coolant expansion bottle
level when the engine is cold must lie between the
ings. The level may also rise slightly above the
gine is warm.
If the coolant level in the coolant expansion tank is too low, this is indicated by
the warning light
lighting up in the instrument cluster
temperature, coolant level. We still recommend inspecting the coolant level di-
rectly at the reservoir from time to time.
Loss of coolant
A loss of coolant is first and foremost an indication of a leak in the system. Do
not merely top up the coolant. Have the cooling system checked by a specialist
garage immediately.
Capacities (in litres)
6.6
8.4
8.4
Fig. 131
Engine compartment: Coolant
expansion reservoir
» Fig.
131. The coolant
(MIN) and
(MAX) mark-
B
A
(MAX) marking when the en-
A
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19, Coolant
Replenishing
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 162.
›
Switch off the engine.
›
Allow the engine to cool.
›
Place a cloth over the cap of the coolant expansion reservoir
page 163 and unscrew the cap carefully.
›
Replenish the coolant.
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Turn the cap until it clicks into place.
Do not use an alternative additive if the specified coolant is not available in an
emergency. In this case, use just water and have the correct mixing ratio of water
and coolant additive restored by a specialist garage as soon as possible.
Only use new coolant to top up the system.
Do not fill the coolant above the mark
coolant heats up and then is forced out of the cooling system through the pres-
sure relief valve in the cap.
Brake fluid
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Checking the brake fluid level
Changing
WARNING
The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. The following
■
warning instructions must be followed at all times when working in the en-
gine compartment
» page
156.
Do not continue your journey, if the fluid level has dropped below the MIN
■
marking,
– risk of accident! Seek help from a specialist garage.
Do not use used brake fluid - the function of the brake system may be im-
■
paired – risk of accident!
» Fig. 131
on
(max.)
» Fig. 131
on page 163! Excess
A
Inspecting and replenishing
164
164
163
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