Checking Hydraulic Fluid Levels

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The hydraulic fluid level must be checked on an unloaded car and at every Inspection I or, for cars without a Service Indicator, at 10, 000 mi/15, 000 km intervals.

NOTE: Not required as of 1993 model year vehicles.

Special checking instructions apply to the E32 - always refer to the latest edition of the Repair Instructions.

NOTE: Never fill above the "max" mark. There are no replacement intervals for hydraulic fluid.