Checking the coolant level
WARNING Risk of injury due to overheated drive system
If you open the bonnet when the drive system has overheated or when there is a fire in the engine compartment, the following situations may occur:
You could come into contact with hot gases.
You could come into contact with other hot, escaping operating fluids.
Before opening the bonnet, allow the overheated drive system to cool down.
In the event of a fire in the engine compartment, keep the bonnet closed and call the fire service.
WARNING Risk of injury due to moving parts
Components in the engine compartment may continue running or start up suddenly, even if the drive system is switched off.
Note the following before performing tasks in the engine compartment:
Switch off the drive system.
Never reach into the danger zone surrounding moving components, e.g. the rotation area of the fan.
Remove jewellery and watches.
Keep items of clothing and hair away from moving parts.
WARNING Risk of scalding from hot coolant
If you open the cap when the drive system is at normal operating temperature, you could be scalded.
Let the drive system cool down before opening the cap.
When opening the cap, wear protective gloves and safety glasses.
Open the cap slowly to release pressure.
Only have coolant checked or refilled at a qualified specialist workshop.