Check oil level

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Check fluid level with engine switched off at expansion tank of power steering/ride height control system. The oil temperature should be approx. 20 °C here.

Ensure that the cap is fully screwed in prior to the fill level check.

If necessary, add hydraulic fluid up to Max. marking (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Maximum And Minimum Oil Level Marks

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IMPORTANT: If the oil level has dropped to the min. marking (2), you must inform the customer and check the power steering and ride height control for leaks and issue a separate invoice for this work.

It is not enough merely to top up the fluid.

NOTE: To avoid mix-ups when filling with hydraulic fluid, mark the fluid reservoirs or their caps with identification marks.

ATF Automatic transmission fluid

CHF Pentosin CHF11S

Fig 2: Identifying Automatic Transmission Fluid And Pentosin CHF11S Identification Mark On Fluid Reservoirs

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