BMW 7 Series Owner's Manual page 353
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Safety information
Warning
With the engine hot and the cooling system
open, coolant can escape and lead to scald-
ing. There is a risk of injury. Only open the
cooling system with the engine cooled down.
Warning
Additives are harmful and incorrect additives
can damage the engine. There is a risk of
injury and risk of damage to property. Do not
allow additives to come into contact with skin,
eyes or articles of clothing. Use suitable addi-
tives only.
Coolant level
General information
The coolant may be overfilled in the coolant
reservoir when the vehicle is delivered from the
factory. The normal coolant level is achieved
by operating the vehicle for a longer period.
The nominal coolant level is indicated by the
maximum mark in the filler neck of the coolant
reservoir.
Additional information:
For an overview, refer to page 345.
Checking the coolant level
1.
Let the engine cool down.
2.
Opening the hood.
Opening, refer to page 347.
3.
Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir slightly
counterclockwise to allow any excess pres-
sure to dissipate, then open it.
4.
Open the coolant reservoir lid.
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Operating materials
5.
The coolant level is correct when it is just
below the maximum mark in the filler neck.
6.
Close the lid.
Disposal
Comply with the relevant environmen-
tal protection regulations when dispos-
ing of coolant and coolant additives.
Washer fluid
General information
All spray nozzles are supplied from one tank.
Use a mixture of tap water and windshield
washer concentrate. If desired, a windshield
washer concentrate containing antifreeze can
be used.
Recommended minimum fill quantity:
0.2 US gal/1 liter.
Safety information
Warning
Some types of antifreeze can contain harmful
substances and are flammable. There is a
risk of fire and an injury hazard. Follow the in-
structions on the containers. Keep antifreeze
away from ignition sources. Do not refill op-
erating materials into different bottles. Store
operating materials out of reach of children.
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