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Removing the oil filler cap

WARNING: Hot fluids. 
Risk of scalding! 
  • Conduct all work in the vehicle wearing appropriate personal protective equipment only.
WARNING: Hot surfaces. 
Risk of burning! 
  • Perform all work only on components that have cooled down.

Preliminary work 

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE 
Contaminant or foreign body. 
Contamination can result in malfunctions, loss of function or leaks. 
  • Adhere to the utmost cleanliness.
  • Protect components from contamination e.g. by covering.
  • Close off line connections with seal plugs.
NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE 
Engine damage caused by excessively filling the engine with motor oil. 
Filling an excessive quantity of motor oil may cause engine damage. 
  • Observe the exact motor oil filling capacity.
  • Allow engine oil to drip off when draining.
NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION 
Make sure the vehicle is operating temperature for engine oil service (engine oil temperature > 70°C).
NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION 
Collect and dispose of emerging fluids. Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations.
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