Audi S5 A5 owners manual page 229

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document_0900452a81793dcc.book Seite 227 Mittwoch, 21. März 2007 5:42 17 Checking and topping up fluids 227 Brake fluid Changing brake fluid Checking brake fluid level When required, the brake fluid should be changed by a competent mechanic with the proper equipment. The brake fluid level can be checked at a glance. Brake fluid gradually absorbs moisture from the atmosphere. If the water content in the brake fluid is too high, this may cause corrosion in the brake system over time. In addition, the boiling point of the brake fluid will be considerably reduced. This could adversely affect the braking ability in certain circumstances. For this reason the brake fluid must be changed periodically. Your vehicle's Service Schedule will tell you when the brake fluid has Fig. 216 Engine to be changed. compartment: Mark- It is advisable to have the brake fluid changed as part of a regular ings on brake fluid Inspection Service at your Audi workshop. They are familiar with the reservoir procedure and have the necessary special tools and spare parts as – Check the fluid level on the brake fluid reservoir well as the proper facilities for disposing of the old fluid. ⇒fig.216. It should always be between the “MIN” and Use only the genuine brake fluid specified by the factory Qualified “MAX” marks. workshops know that the brake fluid “DOT 4” is approved by Audi. The brake fluid must be fresh and unused. In right-hand drive vehicles the brake fluid reservoir is on the other side of the engine compartment. WARNING The fluid level may drop slightly after a period of time due to the • Brake fluid is poisonous; store it in the sealed original container automatic compensation for brake pad wear. This is quite normal. However, if the level goes down noticeably in a short time, or drops in a safe place out of reach of children. below the “MIN” mark, there may be a leak in the brake system. If • Heavy use of the brakes may cause a vapour lock if the brake the fluid level in the reservoir is too low, this will be indicated by the fluid is left in the system for too long. This would seriously affect brake warning lamp ⇒ page 31. If this should happen, take the car the efficiency of the brakes and the safety of the car – risk of acci- to a qualified workshop immediately and have the brake system dent. inspected. Caution Please note that brake fluid will attack the paintwork on contact. Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical data

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