Brake Fluid, Checking

Brake Fluid, Checking

Please note the following:

• The brake fluid reservoir is located inside the engine compartment on the right side.

• Brake fluid level is dependent on pad wear.

• Brake Fluid VW 501 14 with the replacement part number (B 000 750) must be used.

CAUTION!
• Brake fluid must never come into contact with fluids containing mineral oils (oil, gas, cleaning solutions). Oils containing minerals damage seals and sleeves on brake systems.

• Brake fluid is poisonous. Also, do not let brake fluid come into contact with paintwork.

• Brake fluid is hygroscopic, which means that it absorbs moisture from the air. Always store brake fluid in air-tight containers.

• Wash off brake fluid spillage using plenty of water.

• Observe waste disposal regulations!

Brake Fluid Level at Delivery Inspection:

- For delivery inspection, the fluid level must be at the MAX marking.





• To prevent the brake fluid from overflowing from the reservoir, the level must not be over the MAX mark - 1 -.

Brake Fluid Level at Inspection Service:

Brake fluid level must always be evaluated depending on brake pad wear.

During operation of the vehicle, the brakes are automatically readjusted depending on wear of the brake pads. Because of the adjustment, brake fluid level will be slightly lower as a result.

• Recommended brake fluid level when brake pad wear limit is nearly reached:

"At MIN-marking and slightly above it" - 2 -, " NO TOPPING OFF REQUIRED".





• Recommended brake fluid level when brake pads are new, or pad wear limit is not nearly reached:

"Between MIN- and MAX-Marking".

CAUTION!
If brake fluid level is below MIN mark - 2 -, check brake system for leaks before adding brake fluid.