BMW serie 7 1999 Manual Do Utilizador

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Repairs

Index

Overview

Controls

Car care

Technology

Data

Brake fluid

Brake fluid level

Brake hydraulic system warning
lamp comes on, "Check brake
fluid" appears in the Check Con-
trol display: The brake fluid level
is too low in the reservoir.

Fill up to upper mark ("MAX" level visi-
ble through the transparent reservoir).

Any BMW center can provide you with
information on factory-approved brake
fluids (DOT 4).

Brake fluid loss results in extended
pedal travel. Refer to the information on
page

128

380de080

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

over time.
In order to ensure the operating safety
of the brake system, have the brake
fluid changed every two years by your
BMW center. Refer also to the Service
Warranty Information Booklet (US mod-
els) or to the Warranty and Service
Guide Booklet (Canadian models).
Brake fluid is toxic and damages the ve-
hicle's paint. Always store brake fluid in
the original containers. Keep the con-
tainers tightly closed and out of reach
of children. Do not spill brake fluid. Do
not fill beyond the "MAX" level in the
reservoir. The brake fluid could ignite
upon contact with hot engine parts and
cause serious burns.

Comply with the applicable envi-
ronmental laws regulating the dis-

posal of brake fluid.