Additional insulating materials such as blankets in the engine compartment could disrupt the
operation of the engine, start fires and lead to severe injuries.
WARNING
Service fluids and some materials in the engine compartment are highly flammable and can cause
fires and serious injuries!
ty of the engine compartment.
injuries.
tem or the electrical
system:
-volt vehicle battery. Ensure that the vehicle is unlocked when the 12-
volt vehicle battery is disconnected as otherwise the anti-theft alarm will be activated.
of heating systems, water heaters or any other open flames.
NOTICE
When filling or changing service fluids, please ensure that the correct service fluids are filled through
the correct openings. The use of incorrect service fluids could result in serious malfunctions and
engine damage.
Service fluids that leak from the vehicle are harmful to the environment. For this reason, you should
regularly check the ground underneath your vehicle. If there are spots of oil or other fluids on the
ground, the vehicle should be inspected by a qualified workshop. Any spilt service fluids must be
disposed of properly.
Preparing the vehicle for working in the engine compartment
Checklist
The following steps should always be carried out in the specified order before working in the engine
compartment
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Park the vehicle on a level and stable surface.
