Vauxhall Combo Owner's Manual

Brake fluid is hygroscopic, i.e. it absorbs 

water. If the brakes become hot, such as 

when driving on long downhill stretches, 

vapour bubbles can occur in the water, 

which can have an extremely adverse 

effect on braking power (depending on the 

proportion of water). 
The fluid change intervals specified in the 

Service Booklet must therefore be 

observed. 

Clear vision is essential for safe driving. 
Regularly check the windscreen wiper for 

cleaning effectiveness. We recommend 

that wiper blades be replaced at least once 

a year.
If the windows are dirty, operate the 

windscreen wash before switching the 

wiper on in order to prevent wiper blade 

wear. 
Do not switch windscreen wiper on if 

windows are icy, since this may damage 

the wiper edges or the wiper system. 

If the wiper becomes frozen on to the glass, 

we recommend that it be released with the 

aid of Vauxhall De-icer Spray before 

starting the vehicle, to prevent wiper motor 

damage. 
Smearing wiper blades can be cleaned with 

a soft cloth and Vauxhall Windscreen 

Wash Solvent. 
Wiper blades whose lips have become 

hardened, cracked or covered with silicone 

must be replaced. This may be necessary 

as a result of the effects of ice, thawing salt 

or heat, or the incorrect use of cleaning 

agents. 
Switch off the windscreen wiper in 

automatic car washes - see pages 15, 192.
Windscreen wiper blade maintenance - 

see page 194. 

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We recommend that you have brake fluid 

changed by a Vauxhall Authorised 

Repairer, who will be familiar with the 

requirements of the law as regards 

disposal of brake fluid and can thus help 

to protect the environment and your 

health.