BMW XM - Page 370

NOTICE
Too much water reduces the cooling and an-
tifreeze properties of the coolant. There is a
risk of damage to property. Use a 50:50 mix-
ing ratio of water to coolant additive.
Coolant level
General information
The coolant may be overfilled in the coolant
reservoir when the vehicle is delivered from the
factory. Run longer to achieve the normal cool-
ant level.
The nominal coolant level is indicated by the
maximum mark in the filler neck of the coolant
reservoir.
Additional information:
For an overview, refer to page 362.
Checking the coolant level
1.
Let the engine cool down.
2. Opening the hood.
Opening, refer to page 364.
3. Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir slightly
counterclockwise to allow any excess pres-
sure to dissipate, then open it.
4. Open the coolant reservoir lid.
5. The coolant level is correct when it is just
below the maximum mark in the filler neck.
6. Close the lid.
Adding coolant
1. Let the engine cool down.
2. Opening the hood.
Opening, refer to page 364.
3. Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir slightly
counterclockwise to allow any excess pres-
sure to dissipate, then open it.
4. Open the coolant reservoir lid.
5. If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant up
to the specified fill level; do not overfill.
6. Close the lid.
7. Have the cause of the coolant loss elimi-
nated as soon as possible.
Disposal
Comply with the relevant environmen-
tal protection regulations when dispos-
ing of coolant and coolant additives.
Washer fluid
General information
All spray nozzles are supplied from one tank.
Use a mixture of tap water and windshield
washer concentrate. If desired, a windshield
washer concentrate containing antifreeze can
be used.
Recommended minimum fill quantity: 0.4 US
gal/2 liters.
Safety information
Warning
Some types of antifreeze can contain harmful
substances and are flammable. There is a
risk of fire and an injury hazard. Follow the in-
structions on the containers. Keep antifreeze
away from ignition sources. Do not refill op-
erating materials into different bottles. Store
operating materials out of reach of children.
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