4 Maintenance
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Checking coolant level Daily, before starting.
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4 Checking coolant level
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5 Topping up coolant
Check the coolant level in the expansion tank. The level must be checked when the engine is cold.
Top up if necessary. Remove the cap from the expansion tank.
The coolant level must be between the markings MIN and MAX.
Warning Never open the cap of the expansion tank when the engine is at operating temperature.
The internal cooling system can be filled with a mixture of anti-freeze (40 %) and tap water (60 %) or with a special coolant. For specification, see page 119.
Caution Never fill the cooling system with sea water or brackish water.
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