BMW 2005 X5 3.0i SAV Manual De Propietario

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Coolant

Brake fluid

4. When necessary, slowly add coolant

until the correct level is reached; do
not overfill

5. Close the cap and tighten snugly
6. Have the cause of the coolant loss

corrected as soon as possible.

Brake fluid level

If the warning lamp lights up or
the message CHECK BRAKE
FLUID appears in the Check
Control: stop immediately.
The brake fluid in the reservoir
has fallen to below the minimum

level.

Add brake fluid

The brake fluid reservoir is located
under the microfilter housing trim panel
on the driver's side of the vehicle. For
adding brake fluid or for determining
and correcting the cause of brake fluid
loss, consult your BMW Sports Activity
Vehicle center. Your BMW Sports Activ-
ity Vehicle center is familiar with the
specifications for factory-approved
DOT 4 brake fluids.

Brake fluid loss may result in extended
brake pedal travel. For this situation,
refer to the notes on page

140

Brake fluid is hygroscopic, that is,
it absorbs moisture from the air

over time.
In order to ensure the safety and reli-
ability of the brake system, have the
brake fluid changed every two years by
a BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center.
Refer also to the Service and Warranty
Information Booklet for US models or
the Warranty and Service Guide Book-
let for Canadian models.
Brake fluid is toxic and also damages
vehicle paintwork. Always store these
agents in tightly-closed original con-
tainers kept well away from the reach
of children.
Do not spill the fluid and do not refill the
brake fluid reservoir to beyond the MAX
mark. The brake fluid could ignite upon
contact with hot engine parts and cause
serious burns.

Always observe all applicable
environmental rules and regula-

tions when disposing of used brake
fluid.