Checking Fluid Level
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CAUTION:
Increased risk of accidents and material damage if too much Pentosin CHF 202 is filled in or if Pentosin CHF 202 comes into contact with the coolant hoses when filling or topping up.
- It is possible to overfill the system, causing Pentosin CHF 202 to overflow onto coolant hoses and other components.
→ The engine must be run for approx. 20 seconds prior to checking the fluid level.
→ If coolant hoses come into contact with Pentosin, clean them thoroughly with water IMMEDIATELY.
→ Replace visibly swollen coolant hoses.
Information
To check the exact level of the fluid, the hydraulic oil should have a temperature of approx. 20 °C when the engine is cold.
The reservoir (fluid tank) is located under the cover in the left of the engine compartment -item 6-, at the plenum panel wall (looks identical to the steering fluid tank).
- Open the engine compartment lid and remove the left cover. → 700219 REMOVING AND INSTALLING FRONT COVER (ENGINE COMPARTMENT)
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The fluid level must be almost the same when the engine is running as when it is stopped.
- Start the engine (check for sufficient ventilation!) and let it run for approx. 1 minute. Check the fluid level while doing so. Then switch off the engine. → 4303AW SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR PORSCHE DYNAMIC CHASSIS CONTROL (PDCC)
- Wipe off the dipstick and check the fluid level again → see Fig 2 (steering hydraulics dipstick shown here). Close and then re-open the cap. The fluid level must be in the designated range (MAX/MIN level at approx. 20 °C). Top up with Pentosin if necessary.
- After completing the tasks, fit the relevant components and close the engine compartment lid.