Vauxhall Combo オーナーマニュアル
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Maintenance, Service Plan
Brake fluid
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
The fluid change intervals specified in the
Service Booklet must therefore be
observed.
Windscreen wiper
Clear vision is essential for safe driving.
Regularly check the windscreen wiper for
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
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
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
Smearing wiper blades can be cleaned with
a soft cloth and Vauxhall Windscreen
Wash Solvent.
Wiper blades whose lips have become
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
Switch off the windscreen wiper in
automatic car washes - see pages 15, 192.
Windscreen wiper blade maintenance -
Windscreen wiper blade maintenance -
see page 194.
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Warning
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.