Operation Manual

Service plan, maintenance 189
Brake fluid chang e
As brake fluid is hygroscopic, it absorb s
water. Vapour bubbles which impair the
braking effect may occur during braking.
The fluid change intervals specified in the
Service Booklet must therefore be
observed.
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Clutch fluid 3
The clutch fluid does not require any
additional maintenance than that detailed
in the Service Booklet.
If the fluid in the reservoir falls below the
MIN mark, consult a workshop.
Windscreen wiper
Clear vision is essential for safe driving.
Perform regular checks on the wiper to
ensure it is operating correctly. We
recommend wiper b lade replacement a t
least once a year.
If the windsc reen is dirty, operate the
windscreen wash system before switching
on the wiper or setting the wiper to
automatic op eration with the rain sensor 3.
This will avoid wiper blade wear.
Do not switch on the windscreen wiper if
the wind screen is dry or ob structed (e.g.
with snow or ice) a s this c ould da mage the
glass, the w iper blades, or the wiper
system.
If the wiper becomes frozen on to the glass,
we recomm end that it be released with the
aid of Vauxhall De-icer Spray before
starting the vehicle, to prevent wiper motor
damage.
Smearing wiper blades c an be cleaned with
a soft cloth and Vauxhall Windscreen
Wash Solvent.
Wiper blades whose lips have become
hardened, cracked or covered with silicone
must be replaced. This may be necessary
as a result of the effects of ice, thawing salt
or heat, or the incorrect use of cleaning
agents.
Switc h off the wiper in car washes –
see pages 14 and 195.
Wiper care – see pa ge 196.
9 Wa rning
We r e c omme nd t h at y o u h ave br ake f lu i d
changed by a Vauxhall Authorised
Repairer, who will be familiar with the
requirements of the law as regards
disposal of brake fluid and can thus help
to protect the environment and your
he alth .