Volkswagen Passat 1997 Official Factory Repair Manual page 81

Work descriptions
- Screw cap on hand tight.
Fluid, at operating temperature (from approx. 50
):
Perform following work procedure:
- With engine not running, bring front wheels into straight-
ahead position.
- Unscrew reservoir cap with fitted dipstick.
- Clean off dipstick with a clean rag.
- Tighten cap by hand and remove again.
Note:
Fluid level is only valid if cap has been screwed on.
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- Check oil level: Fluid level must be between "MIN" and
"MAX" markings.
Note:
If oil level is above MAX. marking, oil must be
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extracted.
If oil level is below MIN. marking, then hydraulic
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system must be checked for leaks (repair measure). It
is not enough to simply top off with fluid. If hydraulic
system is leak-free top-up with "G 002 000" oil.
- Screw cap on hand tight.
Brake fluid, changing
Required special tools and equipment
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