Brake Fluid: Service and Repair
Changing the brake fluidChecking the brake fluid level
Visually inspect brake fluid level. The brake fluid level must be between the MAX and MIN markings. The brake fluid reservoir is located under the left radiator cover .
Note!
^ The brake fluid level must not exceed the MAX mark.
^ Observe brake fluid quality. Use only new DOT 4 brake fluid!
^ This brake fluid is available under the following part numbers: Quantity supplied 1 liters = 000.043.203.66 container volume. 30 liters = 000.043.203.67.
Changing the brake fluid
Note!
^ Observe brake fluid quality. Use only new DOT 4 brake fluid!
^ The brake fluid change interval is 2 years in conjunction with Super DOT 4 brake fluid!
^ This brake fluid is available under the following part numbers: Quantity supplied 1 liters = 000.043.203.66 container volume. 30 liters = 000.043.203.67.
^ Drain brake fluid at every brake caliper on both bleeder valves!
^ Bleed the outer bleeder valve first!
1. Open screw cover of brake fluid reservoir -Arrow
2. Connect a bleeding device to the brake fluid reservoir.
3. Switch on the bleeding device. Bleeding pressure is approximately 2.0 bar.
4. Continue changing the brake fluid at the brake calipers. Do so in the following sequence: Rear right / rear left / front left / front right.
5. Open every bleeder valve until clear, bubble-free brake fluid emerges and until the corresponding change quantity per brake calliper is reached (approximately 250 cm3).
6. Use a transparent hose and a collecting bottle to check the escaping brake fluid accurately for cleanliness, lack of air bubbles and to determine the brake fluid used.
7. Tighten the bleeder valves to the stipulated tightening torque and remove the bleeder hoses.
8. Switch off and disconnect the bleeding device. The brake fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir must be between the MIN and MAX markings once the vehicle has been filled and bled. Adjust the brake fluid level if necessary.