BMW z4 roadster 2.5i-2003 Manual Do Utilizador
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allow accumulated pressure to escape,
then open completely
then open completely
2.
The coolant level is correct when the
upper end of the red float is at least
even with the upper edge of the filler
neck but no more than
upper end of the red float is at least
even with the upper edge of the filler
neck but no more than
ι in / 2 cm
above it, that is, up to the second mark
on the float. Refer also to the schematic
diagram next to the filler neck
on the float. Refer also to the schematic
diagram next to the filler neck
3.
If necessary, add coolant. Slowly add
coolant until the correct level is reached
– do not overfill.
coolant until the correct level is reached
– do not overfill.
Comply with the applicable environ-
mental laws regulating the disposal of
mental laws regulating the disposal of
extended-duty antifreeze with corrosion
inhibitor.
inhibitor.
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Brake fluid
Indicator lamp
The brake warning lamp lights up
red when the parking brake is not
engaged: the brake fluid level is too
red when the parking brake is not
engaged: the brake fluid level is too
Brake warning lamp for Canadian
models
models
Brake fluid, refilling
Brake fluid loss may result in extended
brake pedal travel. If this occurs, also refer
to the notes on page
brake pedal travel. If this occurs, also refer
to the notes on page
Brake fluid is hygroscopic, that is, it
absorbs moisture from the air over
absorbs moisture from the air over
time.
In order to ensure the brake system's
safety and reliability, have the brake fluid
In order to ensure the brake system's
safety and reliability, have the brake fluid
and the Service Man-
ual.
Brake fluid is toxic and damages the vehi-
cle's paint. You should always store it in the
closed original container and in a location
inaccessible to children.
Do not spill the fluid and do not fill the brake
fluid reservoir beyond the MAX mark. The
brake fluid could ignite upon contact with
hot engine parts and cause serious
burns.
Brake fluid is toxic and damages the vehi-
cle's paint. You should always store it in the
closed original container and in a location
inaccessible to children.
Do not spill the fluid and do not fill the brake
fluid reservoir beyond the MAX mark. The
brake fluid could ignite upon contact with
hot engine parts and cause serious
burns.
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Comply with the applicable environ-
mental laws regulating the disposal of
mental laws regulating the disposal of
brake fluid.
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Brake fluid level
Low brake fluid level in the reservoir com-
bined with extended pedal travel may indi-
cate a defect in one of the brake system's
hydraulic circuits.
bined with extended pedal travel may indi-
cate a defect in one of the brake system's
hydraulic circuits.
BMW recommends that you proceed
to the nearest BMW center. Higher
to the nearest BMW center. Higher
brake application pressure may be neces-
sary under these conditions, and braking
distances may be significantly longer.
Please remember to adapt your driving
style accordingly.
sary under these conditions, and braking
distances may be significantly longer.
Please remember to adapt your driving
style accordingly.
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