The brake fluid level must alwa
ys be be-
tween the MIN and MAX markings on the
brake fluid reservoir →
.
T
he brake fluid level drops slightly when
the vehicle is being used as the brake pads
wear and the brakes are automatically ad-
justed.
Brake uid change
Have the brake fluid changed regularly. In-
formation on the change interval for the ve-
hicle’s brake fluid can be obtained from
a suitably qualified workshop. Only brake
fluid that conforms with the required speci-
fication should be used.
WARNING
An insucient brake fluid level or use of
unsuitable brake fluid c
an cause brake
failure or reduced braking eciency. This
can result in accidents and serious or fatal
injuries.
·
Have the brake system and brake fluid
level checked regularly.
·
Make sure that the correct brake fluid is
used.
·
Only use brake fluid that has been ap-
proved by the manufacturer.
Troubleshooting
Please refer to , and on page
326 and
and at the start of the
chapt
er on page 339.
Brake uid l
evel
The warning lamp lights up red. The brake
fluid level is too low.
Do not drive on! T
his can result in brake
failure.
1. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible
and when safe to do so → page 194.
2. Check the brake fluid level.
3. Seek expert assistance if the brake fluid
level is too low.
12-volt vehicle battery
Introduction
The 12-volt vehicle battery is a component
of the electrical system in the vehicle.
Never carry out any work on the electrical
system if you are not familiar with the nec-
essary procedures and the general safety
requirements and only unsuitable tools are
available → . Otherwise, have all work
c
arried out by a suitably qualified workshop
if necessary. Serious injuries can be caused
if work is carried out incorrectly.
Information on warning and indicator
lamps that light up can be found in the
troubleshooting sections at the end of the
chapter → page 346.
Number and location of the 12-volt ve-
hicle battery
The 12-volt vehicle battery is located in the
bonnet space.
Explanation of the warnings on the 12-
volt vehicle battery
Always wear eye protection!
Electrolyte is very corrosive and
c
austic. Always wear protective
gloves and eye protection!
No fires, sparks, naked lights or smok-
ing!
A highly explosive mixture of gases is
given o when the vehicle b
attery is
charging!
Always keep children away from
elec
trolyte and the vehicle battery.
Always observe the Owner’s Manual!
WARNING
Any work on the 12-volt vehicle battery
and the elec
trical system can cause seri-
ous chemical burns, fire or electric shocks.
This can cause severe injuries.
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