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Brake fluid
Indicator light
If the warning light comes on
for brake hydraulics, or the
message "Check brake fluid"
appears in the Check Control: brake
fluid level is too low.
Adding brake fluid
The brake fluid reservoir is located
under the micro-filter housing on the
driver's side. To top up the brake fluid,
or to rectify the cause of any loss of
brake fluid, please consult BMW
Service which is familiar with the
factory-approved grades of brake fluid
(DOT 4).
Loss of brake fluid may cause brake
pedal travel to increase. Comply with
the instructions on page 144.
Brake fluid is hygroscopic, that is
to say it absorbs moisture gradu-
ally from the air.
To ensure that the car's brake system
remains in good working order, have
the brake fluid renewed every two years
by BMW Service, see also pages 80
and the Service Booklet. Brake fluid
constitutes a health hazard and also
attacks the car's paint. Store it in sealed
original packs, out of reach of children.
Do not spill brake fluid; add it only up to
the MAX mark on the reservoir. If it
comes into contact with hot parts of the
engine, brake fluid may ignite and
cause burns.
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When disposing of brake fluid,
always comply with the appro-
priate environmental legislation.
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