CAUTION
Brake fluid damages the paintwork of the vehicle.
Note
The brake fluid is changed as part of a compulsory inspection service.
Checking the brake fluid level
Fig. 132
Engine compartment: Brake fluid
reservoir
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 163.
The brake fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment.
›
Switch off the engine.
›
Open the bonnet
» page 158
.
›
Check the level of brake fluid in the reservoir
» Fig. 132
. The level must be be-
tween the “MIN” and “MAX” markings.
When driving, a slight drop in the fluid level is caused by the wear-and-tear and
automatic adjustment of the brake pads, and is therefore perfectly normal.
There may be an indication of a leak in the brake system, however, if the fluid lev-
el drops significantly within a short time or if it drops below the “MIN” marking. If
the brake fluid level is too low, this is indicated by the warning light
lighting up
in the instrument cluster
» page 18
,
Braking system
.
Changing
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 163.
Brake fluid absorbs moisture. Over time it therefore absorbs moisture from the
environment. Excessive water in the brake fluid may be the cause of corrosion in
the brake system. The water content also lowers the boiling point of the brake
fluid.
The brake fluid must comply with the following standards or specifications:
›
VW 50114;
›
FMVSS 116 DOT4.
Vehicle battery
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Battery cover
166
Checking the battery electrolyte level
166
Operation in winter
167
Charging a vehicle battery
167
Disconnecting and reconnecting the vehicle battery
167
Replacing the vehicle battery
168
Automatic load deactivation
168
Warning symbols on the vehicle battery
Symbol
Importance
Always wear eye protection.
Battery acid is severely caustic. Always wear gloves and eye protec-
tion.
Keep fire, sparks, open flames and lit cigarettes well clear of the ve-
hicle battery.
164
General Maintenance
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