Topping Up - Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Operating Instructions Manual

Have the brake fluid renewed at the prescri-
bed intervals.
! Brake fluid corrodes paint, plastic and rub-
ber. If brake fluid comes into contact with
paint, plastic or rubber, rinse with water
immediately.
Have the brake fluid renewed every 2 years at a
qualified specialist workshop. Observe the infor-
mation on brake fluid in the "Technical data"
Y
section ( page 303).
The clutch mechanism and the brake system are
operated hydraulically using brake fluid.
Check the brake fluid level regularly, e.g. weekly
or when refuelling.
Checking the brake fluid level
X
Stop your vehicle on level ground, as far away
from traffic as possible.
X
Switch off the engine.
X
Secure the vehicle to prevent it from rolling
away.
X
Y
Open the bonnet (
X
Check the brake fluid level.
The brake fluid level is correct if the level is
between the MIN mark and MAX mark on
brake fluid reservoir :.
X
Close the bonnet.
! If the brake fluid level in the brake fluid res-
ervoir has fallen to the minimum mark or less,
check the brake system immediately for
leaks. Also check the thickness of the brake
pads/linings. Visit a qualified specialist work-
shop immediately.
Do not top up the brake fluid. This does not
solve the problem.
page 242).
Engine compartment
Washer fluid
G
WARNING
If windscreen washer concentrate comes into
contact with hot components of the engine or
the exhaust system, it can ignite. There is a
risk of fire and injury.
Make sure the windscreen washer concen-
trate does not come into contact with the filler
neck.
! Only use washer fluid that is suitable for
plastic lamp lenses, e.g. MB SummerFit or MB
WinterFit. Unsuitable washer fluid could dam-
age the plastic lenses of the headlamps.
Example: washer fluid reservoir
Add windscreen washer concentrate to the
washer fluid all year round. Observe the infor-
mation on washer fluid in the "Technical data"
Y
section ( page 304).
Topping up the washer fluid
X
Mix the washer fluid to the appropriate mixing
ratio in a container beforehand.
X Y
Open the bonnet (
X
Pull cap : on the washer fluid reservoir
upwards at the tab.
X
Top up with the premixed washer fluid.
X
Press cap : onto the filler neck until it
engages audibly.
X
Close the bonnet.
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