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Read the brake fluid level from the brake fluid reservoir
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fig. 268. The brake fluid level must be between the
"MIN" and "MAX" markings.
The brake fluid reservoir is located at the rear partition of the engine
compartment
on the left side~
page 308.
The fluid level may drop slightly after some time due to the auto -
matic adjustment of the brake pads. This is not cause for alarm.
If the brake fluid level falls considerably below the "MI N" mark, the
brake warning/indicator
light (U.S. models:
BRAKE
,
Canadian models:
«D> l will come on~
page 22 and~
page 30. Do not continue to
operate the vehicle. The complete brake system should be thor -
oughly checked by an authorized Audi dealer or other qualified
facility and the cause corrected. If the brake fluid level is too low, the
brake warning/indicator
light will illuminate. Contact an authorized
Audi dealer immediately. •
Changing
brake fluid
Have the brake fluid changed by an experienced techni-
cian.
Brake fluid absorbs moisture from the air. If the water content in the
brake fluid is too high, corrosion in the brake system may result
after a period of time. The boiling point of the brake fluid will also
decrease considerably and decrease braking performance.
Therefore, the brake fluid must be changed every two years. Always
use new brake fluid which conforms to Federal Motor Vehicle Stan-
dard "FMVSS 116 DOT 4".
The brake fluid reservoir can be difficult to reach, therefore, we
recommend that you have the brake fluid changed by your autho-
rized Audi dealer. Your dealer has the correct tools, the right brake
fluid and the know-how to do this for you.
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WARNING
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Brake fluid is poisonous. It must be stored only in the closed
original container out of the reach of children!
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Brake failure can result from old or inappropriate brake fluid .
Observe these precautions:
- Use only brake fluid that meets SAE specification
J
1703 and
conforms to Federal Motor Vehicle Standard 116. Always check
with your authorized Audi dealer to make sure you are using
the correct brake fluid. The correct type of brake fluid is also
indicated on the brake fluid reservoir.
- The brake fluid must be new. Heavy use of the brakes can
cause a vapor lock if the brake fluid is left in the system too
long. This can seriously affect the efficiency of the brakes as
well as your safety. This could result in an accident .
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Note
Brake fluid will damage the paint of your vehicle .
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For the sake of the environment
Because of the problem of proper disposal of brake fluid as well as
the special tools required and the necessary expertise, we recom -
mend that you have the brake fluid changed by your authorized Audi
dealer. •
Battery
General
information
Under normal operating conditions, the battery in your Audi does
not need any maintenance. With high outside temperatures or long
daily drives we recommend that you have the electrolyte level
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