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Check oil level, leaks, top up as necessary

Check oil level, leaks, top up as necessary

Oil level, engine


Check the level while the engine is still warm, 2-5 minutes after switching off the engine.

Top up with oil to the MAX mark. The distance between the MAX and MIN marks corresponds to 1 litre (1.05 qts).

Oil type

See Lubrication, lubricants .

Warning

Make sure the filler cap is screwed on properly after topping up with oil. Oil on the exhaust manifold can cause fires.


Fluid level, automatic transmission


Warning

Keep the footbrake depressed


Apply the handbrake. Start the engine and run it at idling speed. Select D and wait at least 15 seconds. Then select R and wait another 15 seconds. Repeat in position P.

Check the fluid level (engine running at idling speed and selector lever in P). Top up as necessary.

Important

The dipstick has two sets of level marks. The amount of fluid between the maximum and minimum marks is about 0.4 litres (0.4 qts).


Oil type:

Automatic transmission fluid Texaco Texamatic Dexron III (mineral based) (7045 EU, TL 1863 US).

Fluid level, power steering


Check the level and top up as necessary. If the fluid level is low, investigate the cause.

Oil type:

Power steering fluid CHF 11S, part no. 30 32 380.

Warning

Fluid spilled on hot parts could cause fires.