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Check the oil level.
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Screw the lid of the engine oil filler closed carefully.
WARNING
The following instructions must be followed at all times when working on
the engine compartment » page 209.
CAUTION
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The oil level must never fall outside range
A
» Fig. 260 – otherwise there is a
risk of damaging the engine and the exhaust system.
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If a top up with oil is not possible or the oil level is above range
A
, stop
driving! Switch off the engine and seek assistance from a specialist garage.
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Do not add any additives to the engine oil - risk of engine damage.
Note
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An engine oil level which is too low is shown in the instrument cluster by the
warning light illuminating and also indicated by the message.» page 44 Nev-
ertheless, we recommend checking the oil level on a regular basis using the
dipstick.
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We recommend that you use oils from ŠKODA Original Accessories.
Coolant
Introduction
The coolant helps to keep the engine temperature down, and consists of water
and coolant additive (with additives that protect the cooling system against
corrosion and prevent furring).
The proportion of coolant additive in the coolant must be 40 to 60 %.
The correct mix of water and coolant additive should be checked and if neces-
sary corrected by a specialist garage.
WARNING
■
The following instructions must be followed at all times when working on
the engine compartment » page 209.
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Never open the end cover of the coolant expansion reservoir while the
engine is still warm. The cooling system is pressurised - risk of scalding or
injury from splashes of coolant!
WARNING (Continued)
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To protect against the coolant splashing, cover the cap with a cloth when
opening.
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Coolant and coolant fumes are harmful - avoid contact with the coolant.
If the coolant comes into contact with the eye or skin, wash the affected
area with plenty of water for several minutes, and where appropriate seek
medical help.
CAUTION
Do not cover the radiator and install any parts (e.g auxiliary lights.) in front of
the air intakes - risk of the engine overheating.
Checking and refilling
Fig. 261
Coolant expansion reservoir
Read and observe and on page 212 first.
Check and refill coolant under the following conditions.
The vehicle is on a horizontal surface.
The engine is not warm (if the engine is warm the result of the check may
be wrong).
The engine is turned off.
Check the coolant level – The coolant level must lie between the marks
A
and
B
» Fig. 261. If the coolant level is below the mark
B
, top up with coolant.
Refilling
The reservoir must always contain a small amount of coolant »
.
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Place a cloth over the cap of the coolant expansion tank and carefully un-
screw the cap.
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Always top up using coolant of the correct specification.
212
General Maintenance
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