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Practical tips
Brake fluid
Check and r
efill the br
ake fluid
Fig. 292
Engine compartment: brake fluid res-
erv
oir cap
.
The brake fluid reservoir is located in the en-
gine compartment
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page 320.
Checking the brake fluid level
The brake fluid level must be between the
and markings.
However, if the brake fluid level goes down
noticeably in a short time, or drops below the
mark, there may be a leak in the brake
system. Seek specialist assistance. A warning
light on the instrument panel display monitors
the brake fluid level
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page 87.
Changing brake fluid
We recommend that you have the brake fluid
changed by a Technical Service.
WARNING
If the brake fluid level is low or unsuita-
ble/ol
d brake fluid is used, the brake sys-
tem may fail or braking power may be re-
duced.
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Check the brake system and the brake
fluid level regularly!
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When the brake fluid is used and brakes
are subjected to extreme braking forces,
bubbles of vapour form in the brake sys-
tem. These bubbles can significantly re-
duce braking power, notably increasing
braking distance, and could result in the to-
tal failure of the brake system.
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Be sure to always use the correct brake
fluid. Only use brake fluid that expressly
meets the VW 501 14 standard.
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You can buy VW 501 14 standard brake
fluid in a SEAT dealership or a SEAT Official
Service. If none is available, use only high-
quality brake fluid that meets DIN ISO 4925
CLASS 4 standards, or USA Standards
FMVSS 116 DOT 4.
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The replacement brake fluid must be
new.
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Brake fluid should be stored in the closed
original container in a safe place out of
reach of children. Risk of poisoning!
CAUTION
Brake fluid should not come into contact
with the vehicl
e paintwork, as it is abrasive.
For the sake of the environment
Brake fluid is an environmental pollutant.
Collect any spilt service fluids and all
ow a
professional to dispose of them.
Windscreen washer reservoir
Checking the l
e
vel of the window
washer tank and refilling it
Fig. 293 In the engine compartment: window
w
asher t
ank cap.
The window washer tank is in the engine
compartment
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page 320.
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