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Brake and clutch fluid
Checking the level
Brake and clutch fluid have a common reser-
voir. The level must be between the MIN and
MAX marks that are visible inside the reser-
voir. Check the level regularly.
Change the brake fluid every other year or at
every other regular service.
For capacities and recommended fluid
grade, see page 220. The fluid should be
changed annually on cars driven in condi-
tions requiring hard, frequent braking, such
as driving in mountains or tropical climates
with high humidity.
Filling
The fluid reservoir is located on the driver’s side
The fluid reservoir is protected under the
cover over the cold section in the engine
compartment. The round cover must be re-
moved first before the reservoir cap can be
reached.
Turn and open the cover located on the
covering.
Unscrew the reservoir cap and fill the
fluid. The level must be between the MIN
and MAX marks.
Power steering fluid
Check the level frequently. The fluid does not
require changing. The fluid level must be be-
tween the MIN and MAX marks. For capaci-
ties and recommended fluid grade, see
page 220.
WARNING
If the brake fluid is under the MIN level in
the brake fluid reservoir, do not drive further
before topping up the brake fluid. The rea-
son for the loss of brake fluid must be inves-
tigated by an authorised Volvo workshop.
IMPORTANT
Remember to close the cap.
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IMPORTANT
Keep the area around the power steering
fluid reservoir clean when checking.
NOTE
If a fault should arise in the power steering
system or if the engine is switched off and
the car must be towed, it can still be
steered.
Max
Min
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