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General notes on brake fluid

WARNING

Only use new brake fluid conforming to VW standard (VW 501 14).

Note

t	Brake fluid is poisonous. Also due to its corrosive effect brake fluid must not come into contact with paintwork.

t	Brake fluid is hygroscopic, which means it absorbs moisture from the ambient air and should therefore always be stored in air-tight containers.

t	Rinse off spilled brake fluid using plenty of water.

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