Topping Up/Extracting Fluid

2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard TransSECTION Topping Up/Extracting Fluid
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  • Observe brief instruction Topping up/extracting fluid, checking fluid level  . Refer to 54 34... Topping Up/Extracting Fluid, Checking Fluid Level .
  • Remove hydraulic unit without detaching lines.
  • Fluid (Aral Vitamol ZH-M) is available separately (refer to BMW Parts Service).
  • Pour in fluid with bottle through filling orifice.
  • In the event of overfilling, allow the fluid to escape through the filling orifice and catch the fluid in a suitable container.
  • Do not allow fluid to flow into/over electrical components.
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