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• If frequent engine coolant
(antifreeze) additions are required, or
if the level in the coolant recovery
bottle does not drop when the
engine cools, the cooling system
should be pressure-tested for leaks by
a Service Centre.
• Keep the front of the radiator and
the condenser clean.
WARNING!
•
Never add engine coolant
(antifreeze) when the engine is hot.
Do not loosen or remove the cap of
the engine coolant bottle to cool a
hot engine. Heat causes pressure to
build up in the cooling system. To
prevent scalding or injury, do not
remove the pressure cap while the
system is hot or under pressure.
•
When adding coolant do not use
a pressure cap other than the one
specified for your vehicle. Personal
injury or engine damage may result.
Brake Fluid Level Check
Check the fluid level immediately if
the brake system warning light
and the related message turn on
indicating a low level of brake fluid.
• Remove the brakes fluid reservoir
access cover.
• Clean the top of the master cylinder
reservoir before removing the cap.
• Add fluid to bring the level up to
the "MAX" mark on the side of the
master cylinder reservoir. Use only
manufacturer's recommended brake
fluid (see "Refillings" in section
"Features and Specifications").
• Once the correct level is reached,
firmly close the cap.
Normal brake pad wear could cause
the fluid level to fall. However, low
Maintenance and Care
fluid level may be caused by a leak
too, and requires accurate checkup of
the braking system.
CAUTION!
The symbol
on the tank cap
identifies the synthetic type of brake
fluid, distinguishing it from the
mineral type. Using mineral fluids
damages the special rubber linings of
the brake system irreparably.
WARNING!
•
To avoid contamination from foreign
materials or moisture, use only new
brake fluid or fluid that has been
in a tightly closed container. Keep
the master cylinder reservoir cap
secured at all times. Brake fluid in
an open container absorbs moisture
from the air resulting in a lower
boiling point. This may cause it to
boil unexpectedly during hard or
prolonged braking, resulting in
sudden brake failure. This could
result in an accident.
•
Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir
can result in spilling brake fluid on
hot engine parts, causing the brake
fluid to catch fire. Brake fluid can
also damage painted and vinyl
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