Mclaren.book Page 159 Monday, July 18, 2011 8:57 AM
MAINTAINING YOUR McLAREN
FLUID TOPPING UP
Brake fluid
WARNING: Brake fluid is highly
flammable. Fire, naked flames and
smoking are prohibited when handling
brake fluid.
WARNING: Brake fluid is toxic. Keep
containers sealed and away from
children. If fluid is accidentally consumed,
seek medical help straight away.
WARNING: Only use fluid from new, air
tight containers.
NOTE: Avoid spilling brake fluid, it is
harmful to painted surfaces. Any spillages
must be removed immediately with a mixture of
car shampoo and water.
Checking fluid level
1. Open the luggage compartment, see
Luggage compartment, page 16.
MAX
MIN
Right-hand drive models
MAX
MIN
Left-hand drive models
2. Unscrew the cap (arrowed) anti-clockwise
and remove it.
3. The brake fluid is correct if the level just
covers the base of the filter in the filler neck.
4. Top up if necessary using only new
Pentosin DoT 5.1 brake fluid.
5. Replace the cap by turning it to the stop.
6. Close the luggage compartment, see
Luggage compartment, page 16.
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