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protected against direct sunlight to prevent it from fading. However, slight

WARNING (continued)

colour variations in high-quality natural leather are normal.

• Check the condition of all seat belts at regular intervals. If you notice

that the belt webbing, fittings, retractor mechanism or buckle of any of the

Caution

belts is damaged, the belt must be replaced by a specialist workshop.

• Do not use solvents, wax polish, shoe cream, spot removers or similar

• Do not attempt to repair a damaged seat belt yourself. The seat belts

products on leather.

must not be removed or modified in any way.

• To avoid damage, stubborn stains should be removed by a qualified

workshop.

Caution

After cleaning, allow seat belts to dry completely before rolling them up.

Otherwise the belt retractors could become damaged.

Cleaning seat belts

A dirty belt may stop the seat belt working properly.

Keep the seat belts clean and check all seat belts regularly.

Cleaning seat belts

- Carefully pull the dirty seat belt right out and leave it out.

- Clean the dirty seat belts with a gentle soap solution.

- Allow the seat belt fabric to dry.

- Do not roll up the seat belt until it is dry.

If large stains form on the belts the belt will not retract correctly into the auto-

matic belt retractor.

WARNING

• Do not use chemical cleaning agents on the seat belts, as this can

impair the strength of the webbing. Ensure that the belts do not come into

contact with corrosive fluids.

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Accessories, parts replacement and modifications

fan, etc.), these must bear the CE mark (European Union manufacturer

Accessories and parts

conformity declaration).

Always consult an Authorised Service Centre before

purchasing accessories and parts.

WARNING

Accessories, for example telephone holders or drink holders, should never

Your vehicle is designed to offer a high standard of active and passive safety.

be fitted on the covers of, or within the working range of, the airbags. If

Before purchasing accessories and parts, and before making technical

they are, there is a danger of resulting injury if the airbag is triggered in an

changes to your car, we recommend that you consult your Authorised Service

accident.

Centre.

SEAT dealerships will be happy to provide you with the latest information

about the use, legal requirements and recommendations from the manufac-

turer regarding accessories and parts.

Modifications

We recommend you use only SEAT Approved Accessories^® and SEAT

Modifications must always be carried out according to our

Approved Spare Parts^®. This way, SEAT can guarantee that the product in

specifications.

question is suitable, reliable and safe. Authorised Service Centres have the

necessary experience and facilities to ensure that parts are installed correctly

Unauthorised modifications to the electronic components or software in the

and professionally.

vehicle may cause malfunctions. Due to the way the electronic components

Despite continuous observation of the market, SEAT is not able to assess the

are linked together in networks, other systems may be affected by the faults.

reliability, safety and suitability of parts not approved by SEAT. For this reason

This can seriously impair safety, lead to excessive wear of components, and

SEAT cannot assume responsibility for any non-genuine parts used, even if

also invalidate your vehicle registration documents.

these parts have been approved by an official testing agency or are covered

SEAT Authorised Service Centres cannot be held liable for any damage

by an official approval certificate.

caused by modifications and/or work performed incorrectly.

Any equipment subsequently installed which has a direct effect on the

For this reason, we recommend that all work should be performed by an

vehicle and/or the way it is driven (e.g. cruise control system or electronically-

Authorised Service Centre using genuine and SEAT ^® approved parts and

controlled suspension) must be approved by SEAT for use in your vehicle and

accessories.

bear the e mark (the European Union's authorisation symbol).

If any additional electrical components are fitted which do not serve to

control the vehicle itself (for instance a refrigerator box, laptop or ventilator

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• The correct installation of an external aerial,

WARNING

• transmitting power of maximum 10 watts.

Incorrectly performed modifications or other work on your vehicle can lead

An external aerial is needed to give the equipment its optimal range.

to malfunctions and cause accidents.

First consult your Authorised Service Centre if you wish to use a mobile tele-

phone or a two-way radio with a transmitting power in excess of 10 watts.

Here you will receive information concerning the technical possibilities for

retrofitting this equipment.

Roof aerial*

Mobile telephones and two-way radios should be fitted only by a qualified

workshop, for example an Authorised Service Centre.

The vehicle may be fitted with a collapsible roof aerial* with antitheft

system*, which can be folded backwards, when, for example, going through

an automatic carwash.

WARNING

To fold

• Always concentrate primarily on driving. If you are distracted while

Unscrew the aerial rod, tilting it backwards into a horizontal position and then

driving you could have an accident.

screw in again.

• Never attach the telephone mountings to the surfaces covering the

airbag units or within the range of the airbags, danger of injury if the airbag

To return to working position

is triggered.

Continue in the reverse order to that given in the previous instruction.

•

If you use mobile telephones or two-way radios in the vehicle without

an external aerial, electromagnetic radiation in the vehicle could exceed

Caution

authorised limits. This also applies to external aerials that have not been

correctly installed.

Before putting the vehicle in a carwash tunnel, do not tighten the aerial if it is

folded as this may cause damage.

Caution

Failure to observe the above conditions could cause the electronics to

malfunction. The most common causes of faults are:

Mobile telephones and two-way radios

•

no external aerial,

• external aerial incorrectly installed,

You will require an external aerial for mobile phones and two-

way radios.

• transmitting power in excess of 10 watts.

SEAT has approved your vehicle for use with mobile telephones and two-way

radios providing the following conditions are observed:

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If a towing bracket is to be fitted after the vehicle is purchased, this must be

WARNING (continued)

completed according to the instructions of the towing bracket manufacturer.

The attachment points for the towing bracket

are underneath the vehicle.

• For your own safety, please observe the instructions provided by the

manufacturer of the towing bracket.

The distance between the centre of the ball coupling and the ground should

never be lower than the measurement indicated when the vehicle is fully

loaded including the maximum resting weight.

Caution

• If the electrical socket is incorrectly installed, this could cause damage to

Measurement for securing the towing bracket:

the vehicle's electrical system.

72 mm (minimum)

from 350 mm to 420 mm (fully laden vehicle)

958 mm

413 mm

166 mm

Fitting a towing bracket

• Driving with a trailer implies additional work for the vehicle. Therefore,

before fitting a towing bracket, please contact an Authorised Service Centre

to check whether your cooling system needs modification.

• Observe the legal requirements in your country (e.g. the fitting of a sepa-

rate warning lamp).

• Certain vehicle components, e.g. the rear bumper must be removed and

reinstalled. The towing bracket securing bolts must be tightened using a

torque wrench, and an electrical socket must be used to connect to the

vehicle's electrical system. This requires specialist knowledge and tools.

• The figures in the illustration show the dimensions and attachment points

which must be observed if you are retrofitting a towing bracket.

WARNING

Towing brackets should be fitted by specialists.

• If the towing bracket is incorrectly installed, there is serious danger of

an accident.

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- Turn the key in the lock, without releasing the cap in the clock-

Refuelling

wise direction 180^°.

The tank flap is released manually. The tank holds approxi-

- Remove the key and close the flap until it clicks into place. The

mately 45 litres.

tank cap is secured with an anti-loss attachment

The tank flap is at the rear of the vehicle on the right.

If the automatic filler nozzle is operated correctly, it will switch itself off as

soon as the tank is “full”. Never attempt to fill beyond this point, as this will

fill the expansion chamber. Fuel may leak out if ambient conditions are warm.

The correct fuel grade for your vehicle is given on a sticker on the inside of the

fuel tank flap.

WARNING

• Fuel is highly inflammable and can cause serious burns and other inju-

ries.

Fig. 120 Tank flap open

− Never smoke or use any naked flame when filling the fuel tank of the

vehicle, or a spare fuel canister, with fuel. This is an explosion hazard.

Unscrewing the tank cap

− Follow legal requirements for the use of spare fuel canisters.

- Lift the lid.

− For safety reasons we do not recommend carrying a spare fuel

canister in the vehicle. The canister could be damaged in an accident

- Grip the cap and then insert the key into the lock and rotate 180^°

and leak.

to the left.

•

If, in exceptional circumstances, you have to carry a spare fuel canister,

- Unscrew the cap, turning it anti-clockwise.

please observe the following points:

− Never fill the spare fuel canister inside the vehicle or on it. An elec-

Closing the tank cap

trostatic charge could build up during filling, causing the fuel fumes to

ignite. This may be fatally explosive. Always place the canister on the

– Screw the tank cap to the right, until the point of feeling a “click”.

ground to fill it.

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Fuel types are differentiated by the octane rating, e.g: 91, 95, 98 RON (RON

WARNING (continued)

= “Regulation Octane Number, unit for determining the knock resistance of

− Insert the fuel nozzle into the mouth of the canister as far as

petrol”). You may use petrol with a higher octane number than the one recom-

possible.

mended for your engine. However, this has no advantage in terms of fuel

consumption and engine power. If, in exceptional circumstances, the correct

− If the spare fuel canister is made of metal, the filling nozzle must be

octane rating is not available:

in contact with the canister during filling. This helps prevent an electro-

static charge building up.

• For engines which require Premium unleaded petrol (95 RON) the

− Never spill fuel in the vehicle or in the luggage compartment. Fuel

following is valid: Regular unleaded fuel with 91 RON can also be used. This

vapours are explosive. Danger of death.

can, however, result in a slight loss of power under certain driving conditions.

• For engines which require Premium unleaded petrol (98 RON) the

following is valid: Premium unleaded fuel with 95 RON can also be used. This

Caution

can, however, result in a slight loss of power under certain driving conditions.

• Fuel spills should be removed from the paintwork immediately.

- If premium unleaded petrol is not available, the engine can be run on

• Never run the tank completely dry. An irregular fuel supply could cause

regular unleaded petrol with 91 RON as an “emergency measure”. In this

misfiring. As a result, unburnt fuel could enter the catalytic converter and

case only use moderate engine speeds and a light throttle. Avoid using full

cause damage.

throttle. Fill up with premium petrol as soon as possible.

For the sake of the environment

Caution

Do not try to put in more fuel after the automatic filler nozzle has switched off;

• Petrol that follows EN 228 may be mixed with small quantities of ethanol.

this may cause the fuel to overflow if it becomes warm.

However, the so-called “bioethanol fuels” available at commercial establish-

ments with reference E50 or E85, which contain a high percentage of ethanol,

may not be used, as they will damage the fuel system.

• Even one tankfull of leaded fuel would permanently impair the efficiency

Petrol

of the catalytic converter.

• High engine speed and full throttle can damage the engine when using

petrol with an octane rating lower than the correct grade for the engine.

Petrol types

The correct petrol types are listed on a sticker inside the fuel

For the sake of the environment

tank flap.

Just one full tank of leaded fuel would seriously impair the efficiency of the

catalytic converter.

Only unleaded petrol, corresponding to the standard DIN EN 228, may be

used for vehicles with catalytic converters (EN = “European Norm”).

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Petrol additives

• DIN is a German abbreviation for “Deutsches Institut für Normung e.V.”,

the German standards institute.

Petrol additives improve the quality of the petrol.

• EN means European Norm.

• FAME is the English abbreviation “Fatty Acid Methyl Ester”

The quality of the petrol influences running behaviour, performance and

service life of the engine. For this reason you should use good quality petrol

If the date sticker of the vehicle includes the number PR 2G0 optional equip-

containing additives. These additives will help to prevent corrosion, keep the

ment) this means that that vehicle has been prepared for biodiesel use.

fuel system clean and prevent deposits from building up in the engine.

Your Authorised Service Centre or automobile association will be able to

If good quality petrol with additives is not available or engine problems occur,

advise on where you can obtain RME biodiesel fuel.

the required additives must be added during refuelling.

Your Authorised Service Centre can also be consulted to know if the vehicle

has been prepared for biodiesel use.

Things to note about RME fuel (biodiesel)

Diesel

• The performance of a vehicle using biodiesel maybe somewhat reduced.

• Fuel consumption of a vehicle using biodiesel may be slightly higher.

Diesel*

• RME fuel can be used in winter at temperatures down to approx. -10°C.

• At outside temperatures below -10°C, we recommend using winter diesel

Diesel fuel must correspond to DIN EN 590 (EN = “European standard”). It

fuel.

must have a cetane number (CN) of at least 51. The cetane number indicates

the ignition quality of the diesel fuel.

Caution

Notes on filling with fuel ⇒ page 172.

• RME fuel can damage the fuel system in vehicles which are not suitably

adjusted.

• If you decide to use biodiesel in your vehicle, please use only RME fuel

RME fuel*

which is DIN E 14,214 compliant.

• If you use biodiesel that does not meet the required standard, the fuel

Only those vehicles fitted with special equipment (number PR

filter could become clogged.

2G0 for biodiesel use) may use biodiesel corresponding to

the standard DIN EN 14214.

Note

The biodiesel fuel must comply with the DIN EN 14.214 (FAME) Standard.

• In case of low exterior temperatures and a fuel biodiesel percentage of

higher than 50%, an increase in gas emission may occur during operation of

• Biodiesel is a methylester obtained from rapeseed oil.

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• The fuel filter may become clogged when fuel is changed to biodiesel. For

this reason, we recommend that, about every 300 or 400 km, following a fuel

Caution

change, also change the fuel filter. Also note the instructions in the Inspec-

Do not mix fuel additives (“thinners”, or similar additives) with diesel fuel.

tion and Maintenance plan.

• If the vehicle is to remain parked for more than about two weeks, we

recommend filling the fuel tank with biodiesel and driving about 50 km in

order to avoid damage to the injection system.

Working in the engine compartment

Safety instructions on working in the engine compartment

Winter driving

Any work carried out in the engine compartment or on the

Diesel can thicken in winter.

engine must be carried out cautiously.

Winter-grade diesel

Before starting any work on the engine or in the engine compart-

When using “summer-grade diesel fuel”, difficulties may be experienced at

ment:

sub-zero temperatures because the fuel thickens due to wax separation. For

this reason, “winter-grade diesel fuel” is available in some countries during

1. Switch off the engine and remove the key from the ignition.

the cold months. It can be used at temperatures as low as -22^°C.

2. Apply the handbrake.

In countries with different climatic conditions the diesel fuel sold generally

has different temperature characteristics. Check with an Authorised Service

3. Move the gear stick to neutral or the selector lever to position P.

Centre or filling stations in the country concerned regarding the type of diesel

fuels available.

4. Wait for the engine to cool down.

Filter pre-heater

5. Keep children away from the vehicle.

Your vehicle is fitted with a fuel filter pre-heater, making it well equipped for

6. Raise the bonnet ⇒ page 177.

operation in winter. This ensures that the fuel system remains operational to

approx. -24^°C, provided you use winter-grade diesel which is safe to -15^°C.

You should not do any work in the engine compartment unless you know

However, if the fuel has waxed to such an extent that the engine will not start

exactly how to carry out the jobs and have the correct tools! Have the work

at temperatures of under -24^°C, simply place the vehicle in a warm place for

carried out by a qualified workshop if you are uncertain.

a while.

All service fluids and consumables, e.g. coolant, engine oil, spark plugs and

batteries, are being constantly developed. SEAT provides a constant flow of

information to the Authorised Service Centres concerning modifications. For

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this reason we recommend that you have service fluids and consumables

WARNING (continued)

replaced by an Authorised Service Centre. Please observe the relevant

instructions ⇒ page 167. The engine compartment of any motor vehicle is a

• Always make sure you have not left any objects, such as cleaning cloths

hazardous area ⇒

and tools, in the engine compartment.

• If you have to work underneath the vehicle, you must use suitable

WARNING

stands additionally to support the vehicle, there is a risk of accident!. A

hydraulic jack is insufficient for securing the vehicle and there is a risk of

All work on the engine or in the engine compartment, e.g. checking and

injury.

refilling fluids, involves the danger of injury and scalding as well as the risk

• If any work has to be performed when the engine is started or with the

of accident or fire.

engine running, there is an additional, potentially fatal, safety risk from the

• Never open the bonnet if you see steam, smoke or coolant escaping

rotating parts, such as the drive belts, alternator, radiator fan, etc., and

from the engine compartment. Otherwise, there is a risk of sustaining

from the high-voltage ignition system. You should also observe the

burns. Wait until no more steam or coolant is emitted, then allow the

following points:

engine to cool before carefully opening the bonnet.

− Never touch the electrical wiring of the ignition system.

• Switch off the engine and remove the key from the ignition.

− Ensure that jewellery, loose clothing and long hair do not get

• Apply the handbrake and move the gear stick to neutral or selector

trapped in rotating engine parts. Danger of death. Before starting any

lever to position P.

work remove jewellery, tie back and cover hair, and wear tight-fitting

• Keep children away from the vehicle.

clothes.

• Never touch hot engine parts. There is a risk of burns.

− Always think carefully about pressing the accelerator if a gear is

• Never spill liquids on a hot engine or on a hot exhaust gas system. This

engaged in either an automatic or manual gearbox. The vehicle could

move, even if the handbrake is applied. Danger of death.

is a fire hazard.

• If work has to be carried out on the fuel system or on electrical compo-

• Avoid causing short-circuits in the electrical system, particularly at the

points where the jump leads are attached ⇒ page 222. The battery could

nents, you must observe the following safety notes in addition to the above

warnings:

explode.

− Always disconnect the battery. The vehicle must be unlocked when

• Never touch the radiator fan. It is temperature controlled and could

start automatically, even when the engine has been switched off and the

this is done, otherwise the alarm will be triggered.

key removed from the ignition!

− Do not smoke.

• Do not unscrew the cap on the expansion tank when the engine is hot.

− Never work near naked flames.

If the coolant is hot, the cooling system will be pressurised!

− Always have a fire extinguisher on hand.

• Protect face, hands and arms by covering the cap with a large, thick

cloth to protect against escaping coolant and steam.

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Before opening the bonnet ensure that the windscreen wipers are in

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rest position.

When changing or topping up service fluids, make absolutely certain that you

fill the fluids into the correct reservoirs. Failure to observe this point will result

- To release the bonnet, pull the lever under the dashboard

in serious malfunctions and engine damage!

⇒ fig. 121 in the direction indicated (arrow). The bonnet will be

released by a spring action ⇒

For the sake of the environment

- Lift the bonnet using the release lever (arrow) and open the

Service fluids leaks are harmful to the environment. For this reason you

bonnet.

should make regular checks on the ground underneath your vehicle. If you

find spots of oil or other fluids, have your vehicle inspected in a qualified

- Release the bonnet stay and secure it in fixture designed for this

workshop.

in the bonnet.

WARNING

Opening the bonnet

Hot coolant can scald!

The bonnet is released from inside the vehicle.

• Never open the bonnet if you see steam, smoke or coolant escaping

from the engine compartment.

• Wait until no more steam, smoke or coolant is emitted from the bonnet,

then carefully open the bonnet.

• When working in the engine compartment, always observe the safety

warnings ⇒ page 175.

Closing the bonnet

Fig. 121 Detail of foot-

- Raise the bonnet slightly.

well area on driver's side:

lever for unlocking the

- Release the bonnet stay and replace it in its support.

bonnet.

- At a height of about 30 cm let it fall so it is locked.

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If the bonnet does not close, do not press downwards. Open it once more and

may have some repercussions on the performance of the engine for example,

let it fall as before.

long starting time, increased consumption and a higher emission level.

If a top up is required then different oils may be mixed as long as they all

WARNING

conform to the VW standards.

If the bonnet is not closed properly, it could open while you are driving and

The specifications (VW standards) set out in the following page should

completely obscure your view of the road. Risk of accident.

appear on the container of the service oil; the container will display together

the different standards for petrol and diesel engines, the oil can be used for

• After closing the bonnet, always check that it is properly secured. The

both types of engines.

bonnet must be flush with the surrounding body panels.

• If you notice that the bonnet latch is not secured when the vehicle is

moving, stop the vehicle immediately and close the bonnet properly. Risk

of accident.

Engine oil

Engine oil specifications

The engine oil used must conform with exact specifications.

Specifications

The engine comes with a special, high quality, multi grade oil that can be

used in all seasons of the year except for those regions affected by extreme

cold.

As the use of good quality oil is necessary for the correct operation and long

service life of the engine, when it becomes necessary to replenish or change

the oil, always use an oil that complies to the VW standards.

If it is not possible to find oil conforming to the VW standards then oil

conforming to the ACEA or API standards with an appropriate viscosity at

atmospheric temperature should be used instead. The use of this type of oil

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Oil properties

Viscosity

The viscosity class of the oil is selected according to the diagram.

When the ambient temperature falls outside the limits of the scale for a short

period, an oil change is not required.

Fig. 122 Types of oil

according to temperature

Engine type

Specification

Petrol

VW 501 01/ VW 502 00/ VW 504 00

Diesel

VW 505 00/ VW 505 01/ VW 507 00/ VW 506 01

Diesel Injector Pump ^a)

VW 505 01/ VW 507 00/ VW 506 01

Diesel Injector Pump Motor 118 kW^a)

VW 506 01/ VW 507 00

Diesel Engines with Particulate filter (DPF)^a)

VW 507 00

^a) Only use recommended oils, otherwise you may damage the engine.

Mono-grade oil

These oils are only useful in a climate that is constantly very cold or very

Single grade oils are generally not suitable for all year round use, due to

warm.

ranges of viscosity⁵⁾.

Engine oil additives

No type of additive should be mixed with the engine oil. The deterioration

caused by these additives is not covered by the warranty.

⁵⁾ Viscosity: oil density

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- Pull out the dipstick. Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth and

Note

insert it again, pushing it in as far as it will go.

Before a long trip, we recommend finding an engine oil that conforms to the

corresponding VW specifications and keeping it in the vehicle. This way, the

- Then pull it out once more and check the oil level ⇒ fig. 123. Top

correct engine oil will always be available for a top-up if needed.

up with engine oil if necessary.

Oil level in area

- Do not add oil.

Checking the engine oil level

Oil level in area

The engine oil dipstick indicates the level of the oil.

- Oil can be topped up. The indicated oil level should be after the zone

Oil level in area

- Oil must be topped up. The indicated oil level should be found, after, in zone

Depending on how you drive and the conditions in which the car is used, oil

consumption can be up to 0.5 L/1000 km. Oil consumption is likely to be

higher for the first 5000 km. For this reason the engine oil level must be

checked at regular intervals, preferably when filling the tank and before a

journey.

Fig. 123 Engine oil

dipstick.

WARNING

Any work carried out in the engine compartment or on the engine must be

carried out cautiously.

Checking oil level

• When working in the engine compartment, always observe the safety

- Park the vehicle in a horizontal position.

warnings ⇒ page 175.

- Briefly run the engine at idle speed until the service temperature

is reached then stop.

- Wait two minutes.

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– To avoid over-filling with engine oil, you should top-up using

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small quantities, wait a while and check the oil level before

If the oil level is above the area

do not start the engine. This could result

adding any more oil.

in damage to the engine and catalytic converter. Contact an Authorised

Service Centre.

- As soon as the oil level is in area

, carefully close the cap.

The position of the oil filler opening is shown in the corresponding engine

compartment diagram ⇒ page 232.

Topping up engine oil 

Engine oil specification ⇒ page 178.

Top up gradually with small quantities of oil.

WARNING

Oil is highly inflammable! Ensure that no oil comes into contact with hot

engine components when topping up.

Caution

If the oil level is above the area

do not start the engine. This could result

in damage to the engine and catalytic converter. Contact a qualified work-

shop.

Fig. 124 In the engine

For the sake of the environment

compartment: Engine oil

The oil level must never be above area . Otherwise oil can be drawn in

filler cap

through the crankcase breather and escape into the atmosphere via the

exhaust system.

Before opening the bonnet, read and observe the warnings ⇒

“Safety instructions on working in the engine compartment” on

page 175.

- Unscrew cap from oil filler opening ⇒ fig. 124.

– Top-up oil in small amounts, using the correct oil.

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