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Oils and fluids
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Clutch and brake fluid reservoir
Location dependent on whether car is left or
right-hand drive.
The brake and clutch fluid have a common
reservoir. The fluid level must be between the
MIN and MAX marks. Check the level regu-
larly. Change the brake fluid every other year
or at every other regular service.
See capacities and recommended grade for
fluids and oils on page 249.
Power steering fluid reservoir
Check the level at every service. It is not nec-
essary to change the fluid. The level should
lie between the ADD and FULL marks.
See capacities and recommended grade for
fluids and oils on page 249.
NOTE
The fluid should be changed annually on
cars driven in conditions requiring hard, fre-
quent braking, such as driving in mountains
or tropical climates with high humidity.
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 reason for the loss of brake fluid must
be investigated.
NOTE
It is possible to steer if a fault should occur
in the power steering system or if the car
loses electrical power and requires towing.
Bear in mind that steering will be more diffi-
cult than normal and more force will be re-
quired to turn the steering wheel.