WARNING
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The following instructions must be followed at all times when working on
the engine compartment » page 75.
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If the fluid level drops significantly within a short time or if it drops below
the “MIN” » fig. 81mark, this may be an indication of a leak in the brake sys-
tem. Do not continue driving - There is a risk of accident! Seek help from
a specialist garage.
Notice
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The brake fluid is changed as part of a compulsory inspection service.
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A low brake fluid level is indicated by the warning light in the instrument
cluster » page 23. We still recommend inspecting the brake fluid level in the
reservoir from time to time.
Vehicle battery
Introduction
The vehicle battery represents a power source for the motor to start and for
the supply of electrical consumers in the car.
Automatic shut-down of consumers - vehicle battery discharge protection
The on-board power supply system tries to prevent the vehicle battery from
discharging in the following ways when it is subject to heavy loading.
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By increasing the engine idle speed.
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Through the power limitation of certain consumers.
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By turning off some consumers for as long as is necessary.
Warning symbols on the vehicle battery
Symbol Importance
Always wear eye protection.
Battery acid is severely caustic. Always wear gloves and eye pro-
tection.
Keep fire, sparks, open flames and lit cigarettes well clear of the
vehicle battery.
Symbol Importance
When charging the vehicle battery, a highly explosive gas mixture
is produced.
Keep children away from the vehicle battery.
WARNING
Battery acid is highly corrosive - it can cause injury, chemical burns or poi-
soning! Corrosive vapours in the air irritate and damage the respiratory
tract and the eyes. The following guidelines must be observed.
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Always wear protective gloves, eye and skin protection when handling
the vehicle battery.
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If your eyes or skin come into contact with the electrolytic fluid, immedi-
ately wash the affected area for a few minutes with a lot of water. Seek
medical assistance without delay.
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Keep the vehicle battery away from people who are not completely inde-
pendent (e.g. children).
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Do not tilt the battery otherwise battery electrolyte may flow out of the
battery vent openings.
WARNING
Working on the car battery may cause an explosion, fire, injury or chemical
burns! The following guidelines must be observed.
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Smoking, using open flames or light or activities that trigger sparks must
be avoided.
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A discharged vehicle battery may freeze slightly. Never charge a frozen
or thawed vehicle battery. Replace a frozen vehicle battery.
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Never use a damaged vehicle battery.
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Do not connect the battery terminals, bridging the two poles will cause a
short circuit.
CAUTION
Ensure that battery acid does not come into contact with the bodywork –
There is a risk of damage to the vehicle.
Notice
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We recommend having all work on the vehicle battery carried out by a spe-
cialist garage.
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You should replace batteries older than 5 years.
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General Maintenance
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