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Never spill fluids on a hot engine. These flu
ids can cause a fire (e.g. radiator anti
freeze).
- Take care not to cause short circuits in the
electrical system, especially when working
on the battery.
- When working in the engine compartment
be aware that the radiator fan may start
running suddenly, even if the ignition is
switched off-risk of injury!
- Do not unscrew the cap on the expansion
tank when the engine is hot. The cooling
system is under pressure.
- Protect face, hands and arms by covering
the cap with a large, thick rag to protect
against escaping coolant and steam.
- Never remove the engine cover panel -risk
of burns!
- If any tests have to be performed with the
engine running, there is an extra safety risk
from the rotating parts, such as the drive
belts, alternator and radiator fan, etc., and
from the high-voltage ignition system.
- Vehicles with automatic gearbox: Never
open the throttle inadvertently (for instance
by hand from the engine compartment) if a
gear is engaged while the vehicle is station
ary with the engine running. The vehicle
could otherwise start moving immediately
and possibly cause an accident.
- Observe the following additional warnings if
work on the fuel system or the electrical
system is necessary:
- Always disconnect the battery.
- Do not smoke.
- Never work near naked flames.
- Always keep an approved fire extinguisher
immediately available.
CD CAUTION
When topping up fluids make sure the correct
fluid is put into the correct filler opening. This
can otherwise cause serious malfunctions or
engine damage. Checking
and topping up fluids
® For the sake of the environment
Inspect the ground underneath your vehicle
regularly so that any leaks are detected at an
early stage. If you find spots of oil or other
fluids, have your vehicle inspected in the
workshop.
{D) Note
On right-hand drive vehicles* some of the
containers/ reservoirs mentioned below are
located on the other side of the engine com
partment.
Opening the bonnet
The bonnet is released from inside the vehicle.
Fig. 209 Footwell on driver's side: Release lever
Fig. 210 Unlocked bonnet: Lever
The wiper arms should be resting on the wind
screen: make sure they are not in a raised posi
tion. Otherwise the paint may get damaged.
� With the driver's door open, pull the lever un
der the dashboard in the direction indicated (ar
row) ¢ Fig. 209.
� Lift the bonnet slightly¢.&_.
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and topping up fluids
.. Press the release lever ¢Fig. 210 in the direc
tion indicated (arrow). This will release the ar
rester hooks.
.. Open the bonnet.
& WARNING
To avoid the risk of being scalded, never open
the bonnet if you see steam or coolant escap
ing from the engine compartment. Wait until
no steam or coolant can be seen before open
ing the bonnet.
Closing the bonnet
.. To close the bonnet, pull it down to overcome
the spring pressure.
Engine compartment layout
Main components for checking and refilling ..
Then let it drop into the catches; do not press
down ¢,8. .
& WARNING
- For safety reasons the bonnet must always
be completely closed when the vehicle is
moving. After closing it always check that it
is properly secured. The bonnet must be
flush with the adjacent body panels.
- Should you notice that the bonnet is not
safely secured when the vehicle is moving,
stop the vehicle immediately and close the
bonnet properly, otherwise it could cause an
accident .
Fig. 211 Typical locations of fluid containers and engine oil filler cap
(D Coolant expansion tank (-L) .....
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oil dipstick ............ .
Engine oil filler cap(�)
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Brake fluid reservoir ((0))
222 225
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223
224 ®
226 0 Jump-start
terminals: under a cover
(+); earth point on body(-) ...
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249
Fuse box ..................... 254
Windscreen washer container (W)
229 ....