Skoda Rapid Spaceback (2019 year). Instruction — part 12
Headlights
The front of the vehicle may lift up when a trailer (accessory) is being towed
and the headlights may dazzle other road users. Set the range of the headlights
.
Power supply of the trailer / accessory power system
In the electrical connection between the vehicle and trailer (accessory), the
trailer (accessories) is supplied with power from the vehicle (with ignition
switched on and off).
With the engine switched off, the vehicle battery is discharged by the connec-
ted consumers.
At low charge state of the vehicle battery, the power supply to the trailer (ac-
cessories) is interrupted.
WARNING
■
An improperly connected electrical installation of the trailer (accessories)
may result in an accident or serious injury from electrical shock.
■
Do not make any adjustments to the electrical installation of the vehicle
and the trailer (accessories) - risk of an accident or serious injury from elec-
trical shock.
WARNING (Continued)
■
After the electrical connection between the vehicle and trailer (accesso-
ry) the trailer / accessory lights should be checked for function.
■
Never use the securing eye to tow - risk of accident!
CAUTION
■
An improperly connected electrical installation of the trailer (accessories) can
lead to the inoperability of the vehicle electronics.
■
The total power consumption of all the connected consumers to the trailer
power supply must not exceed 350 watts, otherwise there is a risk of damage
to the electrical system of the vehicle.
Loading a trailer
Correct the tyre inflation pressure on the vehicle for “full load”
.
Distribution of the cargo
Distribute the cargo in the trailer in such a way that heavy items are located as
close to the trailer axle as possible. Secure the load from slipping.
The distribution of the weight is very poor if your vehicle is unladen and the
trailer is laden. Drive with particular caution if you cannot avoid driving with
this combination.
WARNING
A sliding cargo can significantly adversely affect stability and driving safety
- there is a risk of accident!
Trailer load
The details given in the vehicle's technical documentation always take prece-
dence over the details in the Owner's Instruction.
The permissible trailer load must not be exceeded under any circumstances.
Permissible trailer load
Engine
Transmission
Permissible trailer load, braked (kg)
at gradients up to 12%.
Permissible trailer load, unbraked (kg)
1.0 l/70 kW TSI
MG
1000
580
DSG
1000
600
1.0 l/81 kW TSI
MG
1100
590
DSG
1100
610
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Engine
Transmission
Permissible trailer load, braked (kg)
at gradients up to 12%.
Permissible trailer load, unbraked (kg)
1.4 l/92 kW TSI
DSG
1200
610
1.6 l/81 kW MPI
MG
1000
580
AG
1000
600
Towing a trailer
Driving speed
For safety reasons, do not drive faster than 100 km/h when hitching a trailer.
Immediately reduce your speed as soon as even the slightest swaying of the
trailer is detected. Never attempt to stop the trailer from “swaying” by accel-
erating.
Brakes
Apply the brakes in good time! If the trailer is fitted with a trailer brake, apply
the brakes gently at first, then brake firmly. This will avoid brake jolts resulting
from the trailer wheels locking.
On downhill sections shift down a gear in good time to also use the engine as a
brake.
WARNING
Always drive particularly carefully with the trailer.
CAUTION
With frequent towing, the vehicle is excessively loaded so this must also be
checked between service intervals.
Anti-theft alarm system
The alarm is triggered if, with a vehicle with activated anti-theft alarm (herein-
after only warning system), the electrical connection to the trailer (accessory)
is interrupted.
Always switch off the anti-theft alarm system before a trailer (accessory) is
coupled or uncoupled
.
Conditions for including a trailer (accessory) in the anti-theft alarm system.
The vehicle is factory-fitted with an anti-theft alarm system and a towing
device.
The trailer (accessory) is electrically connected to the towing vehicle by
means of the trailer socket.
The electrical system of the vehicle and trailer (accessory) is functional.
The vehicle is locked and the anti-theft alarm system is activated.
The trailer (accessory) is not equipped with LED taillights.
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General Maintenance
Care and maintenance
Service work, adjustments and technical alterations
Introduction
The instructions and guidelines from ŠKODA AUTO must be observed when
using accessories or carrying out any modifications, repairs or technical altera-
tions to your vehicle.
Adhering to these instructions and guidelines helps ensure road safety and
helps keep your vehicle in a good technical condition.
WARNING
■
Adjustments, repairs and technical changes to the vehicle should only be
carried out by a specialist. Work carried out incorrectly (including work on
the electronic components and their software) can result in malfunctions -
there is a risk of accident and, potentially, increased wear on parts!
■
We recommend that you use only ŠKODA Original Accessories and ŠKO-
DA Original Parts which have been expressly approved for use on your ve-
hicle. Reliability, safety and suitability for your vehicle are guaranteed with
these.
■
Do not use any products which have not been approved by ŠKODA AU-
TO, even though these may be products with a type approval or which have
been approved by a nationally recognised testing laboratory.
Vehicle operating under different weather conditions
Read and observe on page 190 first.
If you would like to operate your vehicle in countries other than those with the
intended weather conditions, you should contact a ŠKODA partner. He or she
will advise you if certain precautions need to be taken to ensure the full func-
tioning of the vehicle or to prevent damage (e.g. coolant, changing the battery
or similar).
ŠKODA service partner
Read and observe on page 190 first.
All ŠKODA service partners work according to the instructions and guidelines
from ŠKODA AUTO. All service and repair work is therefore carried out on
time and to the appropriate quality. Adhering to these guidelines and instruc-
tions helps ensure road safety and helps keep your vehicle in a good technical
condition.
We therefore advise you to have all modifications, repairs and technical altera-
tions to your vehicle carried out by a ŠKODA Service Partner.
ŠKODA Original parts
Read and observe on page 190 first.
We recommend the use of ŠKODA Genuine Parts for your vehicle, as these
parts are approved by ŠKODA AUTO. These parts comply wholly with ŠKODA
AUTO regulations and are identical to the parts used in series production.
ŠKODA AUTO is able to warrant the safety, suitability, and long life of these
products.
ŠKODA Service Partners are liable for any defects of ŠKODA Genuine Parts for
a period of 2 years after sale in accordance with the materials defect liability,
unless agreed otherwise in the purchase agreement.
ŠKODA Original accessories
Read and observe on page 190 first.
If you wish to fit accessories to your vehicle, you should remember the follow-
ing.
We recommend that you use ŠKODA Genuine Accessories in your vehicle.
ŠKODA AUTO has selected these accessories to ensure that they are reliable,
safe and suitable for your particular vehicle. Although we constantly monitor
the market, we are not able to assess or vouch the suitability of other products
for your vehicle, despite the fact that some products may have operational ap-
proval or may have been approved by a nationally recognised testing laborato-
ry.
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ŠKODA Service Partners are liable for any defects of ŠKODA Genuine Acces-
sories for a period of 2 years after installation or delivery in accordance with
the materials defect liability, unless agreed otherwise in the purchase agree-
ment or any other agreements.
Spoiler
Read and observe on page 190 first.
WARNING
If your vehicle is equipped with a Genuine Accessories spoiler on the front
bumper in combination with the spoiler on the boot lid, the following in-
structions must be observed - otherwise there is a risk of accidents and se-
rious injuries!
■
The vehicle can only be equipped with a spoiler on the front bumper in
combination with the corresponding spoiler on the boot lid.
■
A Genuine Accessories spoiler cannot be fitted to the front bumper ei-
ther on its own (without a spoiler on the boot lid) or in combination with an
unsuitable spoiler on the boot lid.
■
We recommend that you consult the ŠKODA Service Partner for any re-
pairs to or replacement, addition or removal of spoilers.
■
Improperly conducted work on the spoilers of your vehicle may result in
malfunction.
Component protection
Read and observe on page 190 first.
Some electronic vehicle components (such as the instrument cluster) are fac-
tory-equipped with component protection. This ensures the functional limita-
tion of these components in a non-legitimate installation in another vehicle
(e.g. after a theft) or operation outside the vehicle.
Airbags
Read and observe on page 190 first.
WARNING
■
Modifications, repairs and technical alterations that have been carried out
unprofessionally can cause damage and operational faults, and can also se-
riously impair the effectiveness of the airbag system – risk of accident and
fatal injury!
■
A change to the vehicle's wheel suspension, including the use of non-ap-
proved wheels and tire combinations, can impair the functioning of the air-
bag system - risk of accident and fatal injury!
WARNING
■
No changes may be made to airbag system components, the front bump-
er and the bodywork.
■
Any work on the airbag system including the installation and removal of
system components due to other repair work (e.g. removal of the steering
wheel) must only be carried out by a specialist garage.
■
Do not manipulate individual parts of the airbag system, as this might re-
sult in the airbag being deployed.
■
If the airbag has been deployed, the airbag system must be replaced.
Cleaning and care
Introduction
Regular and thorough care helps to retain the value of your vehicle.
The instructions for use on the packaging must be observed when using care
products. We recommend that you use ŠKODA Original Accessories care
products.
WARNING
■
Vehicle care products may be harmful to your health if not used according
to the instructions.
■
Always keep the vehicle care products safe from people who are not
completely independent, e.g. children - danger of poisoning!
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CAUTION
■
Do not use any insect sponges, rough kitchen sponges or similar cleaning
products – risk of damaging the paintwork surface.
■
Do not use aggressive cleaning agents or chemical solvents - danger of dam-
aging the surface to be cleaned.
Note
We recommend that the vehicle is cleaned and maintained at a ŠKODA service
partner.
Car washing
Read and observe and on page 191 first.
The best way to protect your vehicle against harmful environmental influences
is frequent washing.
The longer insect residues, bird droppings, road salt and other aggressive de-
posits remain on the paintwork of your vehicle, the more detrimental their de-
structive effect can be. High temperatures, such as those caused by intensive
sun's rays, accentuate this caustic effect.
It is also essential to thoroughly clean the underside of the vehicle at the end
of the winter.
Washing by hand
Wash the vehicle from top to bottom, with a soft sponge or a wash mitt and
plenty of water, and, if necessary, with the appropriate detergents. Wash out
the sponge or washing glove thoroughly at short intervals.
For wheels, door sills and lower areas of the vehicle use a different sponge.
Give the vehicle a good rinse after washing it and dry it off using a chamois
leather.
Automatic Car Washes
The usual precautionary measures must be taken before washing the vehicle
(e.g. closing the windows and the tilt/slide roof etc.).
If your vehicle is fitted with any special attached parts (e.g. spoiler, roof rack
system, two-way radio aerial etc.) it is best to consult the operator of the car
wash system beforehand.
After an automatic wash with wax treatment, the wiper blades should be
cleaned with cleaning agents specially designed for the purpose, and then de-
greased.
Pressure Washers
When washing the vehicle with a high-pressure cleaner, the instructions for
use of the equipment must be observed. This particularly applies to instruc-
tions regarding the pressure and spraying distance from the vehicle surface.
WARNING
■
When washing your vehicle in the winter: Water and ice in the braking
system can affect the braking efficiency – risk of accident!
■
Take care when cleaning the underbody or the inside of the wheel wells -
there is a risk of injury from sharp metal parts!
CAUTION
■
Do not wash the vehicle in direct sunlight, do not exert pressure on the body
while washing. The temperature of the washing water should be no more than
60 °C max. - otherwise there is a risk of damaging the vehicle paint.
■
Before driving through a car wash fold in the exterior mirrors - risk of dam-
age.
■
For vehicles with roof antenna the antenna rod should be unscrewed before
driving through a car wash - there is a risk of damage.
CAUTION
Washing the vehicle with high-pressure cleaners
■
Do not wash the foils using pressure washers - there is a risk of damage.
■
Do not aim the water jet directly at the lock cylinders or the door or opening
joints when washing the vehicle in the winter – there is a risk of freezing.
■
During cleaning, always keep a sufficiently large spraying distance in particu-
lar from the parking sensors, the reversing camera lens, the external decorative
and protective plastic parts (e.g. roof racks, spoilers, protective strips) and oth-
er vehicle parts made of non-metallic materials, such as rubber hoses or insula-
tion materials – otherwise there is a risk of damage.
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Exterior car care
Read and observe and on page 191 first.
Vehicle compo-
nents
Circumstances
Remedy
Paint
Spilled fuel
Clear water, cloth, (clean as soon as
possible)
No water drop-
lets form on the
paint
Use hard wax preserve (at least twice a
year), apply wax to clean and dry body
Paint has gone
matt
Use polish, then wax (if the polish does
not contain any preservative ingredi-
ents)
Plastic parts
Soiling
Clear water, cloth / sponge, possibly
cleaners provided for this purpose
Chrome
and anodised
parts
Soiling
clear water, cloth, possibly cleaners
provided for this purpose, clean then
polish with a soft dry cloth
Films
Soiling
soft sponge and mild soap solution
Windows
and external mir-
ror glass
Soiling
Wash with clean water and dry with a
wipe specifically for that purpose
Head / taillights
Soiling
soft sponge and mild soap solution
Reversing camera
Soiling
Wash with clean water and dry with a
soft cloth
Snow/ice
Hand brush / de-icer
Door lock cylin-
ders
Snow/ice
De-icing fluid specifically for that pur-
pose
Wiper / wiper
blades
Soiling
Windscreen cleaner, sponge or cloth
Wheels
Soiling
Clear water, then apply appropriate
substance
a)
A mild soap solution consisting of 2 tablespoons of natural soap to 1 litre of lukewarm water.
The jack is maintenance-free. If necessary, the moving parts of the jack should
be lubricated with a suitable lubricant.
The towing device is maintenance-free. Coat the ball head of the towing de-
vice with a suitable grease whenever necessary.
Protection of cavities
All the cavities of your vehicle which are at risk from corrosion are protected
by a layer of long-lasting protective wax applied in the factory.
If any small amount of wax flow out of the cavities at high temperatures, these
must be removed with a plastic scraper and the stains cleaned using a petrole-
um cleaner.
Underbody
The underside of your vehicle is already permanently protected by the factory
against chemical and mechanical influences.
We recommend having the protective coating checked — preferably before
the beginning of winter and at the end of winter.
Product life of the films
Environmental influences (e.g. sunlight, humidity, air pollution, rockfall) affect
the life of the films. Films will age and become brittle – this is entirely normal;
this is not a fault.
Sunlight may also affect the strength of the film colour.
When transporting a load on the roof rack (e.g. roof box or similar), there is an
increased risk of film damage (e.g. of chipping from the secured load).
CAUTION
■
Vehicle paint
■
Repair damaged areas as soon as possible.
■
Matt-painted parts should not be treated with polishes or hard waxes.
■
Do not polish in a dusty environment - risk of paint scratches.
■
Do not apply any paint care products to door seals or window guides.
■
Plastic parts
■
Do not use paint polish.
■
Chromed and anodised parts
■
Do not polish in a dusty environment - risk of surface scratches.
■
Films
The following instructions must be observed, otherwise there is a risk of film
damage.
■
Do not use dirty cloths or sponges for cleaning.
■
Do not use a scraper or other means to remove ice and snow.
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■
Do not polish the films
■
Do not use a high pressure cleaner on the films.
■
Rubber seals
■
Do not treat the door seals and window guides deal with anything - the
protective varnish coating could be damaged.
■
Windows and door mirrors
■
Do not clean the insides of the windows/mirrors with sharp objects - risk of
damage to the filaments or the antenna.
■
Do not use a cloth which has been used to polish the body - this could dirty
the window and impair visibility.
■
Head / taillights
■
Do not wipe head/taillights dry, do not use any sharp objects - risk of dam-
age to the protective coating and cracks forming on the headlight glass cov-
ers.
■
Reversing camera
The following instructions must be observed, otherwise there is a risk of
camera damage.
■
Do not remove snow / ice with warm / hot water.
■
To wash, never use a pressure washer or steam jet.
■
For cleaning, do not use abrasive cleaners.
■
Door lock cylinders
■
Make sure that as little water as possible gets into the locking cylinder
when washing the vehicle - there is a risk of freezing the lock cylinder!
■
Wheels
■
Heavy soiling of the wheels can affect the balance of the wheels - the re-
sult can be a vibration, which can cause premature wear of the steering.
Removing snow and ice from the windscreens
Fig. 228
Installation location of the ice
scraper, removing the scraper
Read and observe and on page 191 first.
Use a plastic ice scraper for removing snow and ice from the windows and
mirrors. This can be on the inside of the fuel filler flap.
›
Open the fuel filler flap and slide the scraper in the direction of arrow
CAUTION
■
Move the scraper in one direction only, otherwise there is a risk of damage to
the glass surface.
■
Do not remove snow / ice on the surface that is soiled (e.g. pea gravel, sand,
road salt) - there is a risk of damaging the surface.
■
Remove snow / ice carefully, otherwise there is a risk of damaging the labels
that have been fitted by the factory.
Caring for the interior
Read and observe and on page 191 first.
Vehicle compo-
nents
Circumstances
Remedy
Natural leather /
Faux leather /
Alcantara
®
/
Suede /
Fabric
Dust, surface
soiling
Vacuum cleaner
Soiling (fresh)
Water, slightly damp cotton / wool
cloth, if necessary, mild soap solution
then wipe off with a soft cloth
Stubborn stains Cleaning fluid specifically for this task
Care (natural
leather)
Treat the leather periodically with a
leather protecting fluid / use a care
cream with light blocker and impregna-
tion after each cleaning
Care (Alcantara
®
suede / fabric)
Remove stubborn hair using a “cleaning
glove”
Remove pills from materials with a
brush
Plastic parts
Soiling
Water, slightly damp cloth or sponge, if
necessary cleaners specifically for this
purpose
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Vehicle compo-
nents
Circumstances
Remedy
Windows
Soiling
Wash with clean water and dry with a
wipe specifically for that purpose
Covers on electri-
cally heated seats Soiling
Cleaners specifically for this purpose
Seat belts
»
Soiling
soft cloth and mild soap solution
a)
A mild soap solution consisting of 2 tablespoons of natural soap to 1 litre of lukewarm water.
WARNING
■
Never clean the seat belts chemically as chemical cleaning products could
destroy the fabric.
■
Air fresheners and scents can be hazardous to heath when the tempera-
ture inside the vehicle is high.
CAUTION
■
Natural leather / Faux leather / Alcantara
®
suede / material
■
Avoid standing for lengthy periods in bright sunlight, and protect the mate-
rials by covering to prevent them from fading.
■
Remove fresh stains (e.g. from pens, lipstick, shoe polish and similar) as
soon as possible.
■
Ensure that no part of the leather is soaked through during cleaning and
that no water gets into the seams - risk of damaging the leather!
■
Do not clean the roof panelling with a brush – risk of damage to the surface
of the panelling.
■
Do not use solvents, floor wax, shoe cream, stain remover or similar agents
on Alcantara
®
suede seat upholstery.
■
Some clothing fabrics (e.g. dark denim) do not have sufficient colour fast-
ness - this could lead to clearly visible discolouration on the upholstery. This
is not a defect in the fabric.
■
Sharp objects on garments (e.g. zips, rivets, sharp- edged belts) can dam-
age the upholstery fabrics in the vehicle. Such damage will not be recognised
as a justified complaint.
■
Plastic parts
■
Do not attach scents or air fresheners to the dashboard – risk of damage to
the dashboard.
■
Windows
■
Do not attach any stickers to the filaments or glass antenna - there is risk
of damage.
■
Covers on electrically heated seats
■
Do not clean either with water or with other liquids - risk of damage to the
heating system.
■
Do not dry by switching on the heating.
■
Seat belts
■
After cleaning the belts, allow them to dry before retracting them.
Note
During use, the leather and Alcantara
®
and suede materials may show minor
changes (e.g. folds, discolouration).
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Inspecting and replenishing
Fuel
Introduction
Fig. 229 Label with prescribed fuel / graphic designation of fuel types
The correct fuel for your vehicle is specified on the inside of the fuel filler flap
The fuel tank has a capacity of about 55 litres, including a reserve of approx.
7 litres.
Graphic name of the fuel types
Unleaded petrol
Diesel
CNG (compressed natural gas)
Percentage of organic
WARNING
The fuel and fuel vapours are explosive - it can be fatal!
A
B
C
D
CAUTION
■
Never drive until the fuel tank is completely empty! Irregular supply of fuel
can cause misfiring, which can result in damage to parts of the engine and the
exhaust system.
■
Immediately remove any fuel that has spilled onto the vehicle's paintwork –
risk of paint damage.
■
If you would like to operate your vehicle in countries other than those with
the intended weather conditions, please contact a ŠKODA partner. They will
tell you whether the fuel specified by the manufacturer is offered in that coun-
try and/or whether the manufacturer will sanction operating the vehicle with
another fuel.
Petrol Refuelling
Fig. 230 Open fuel filler flap / unscrew tank cap / place the tank cap on
the fuel filler flap
Read and observe and on page 196 first.
Perform the refuelling under the following conditions.
The vehicle is unlocked.
The ignition is switched off.
›
Press the fuel filler flap in direction of arrow
1
and fold in the direction of
arrow
2
›
Unscrew the tank cap in the direction of arrow
3
.
›
Remove the tank cap and place on top of the fuel filler flap in direction of ar-
row
4
.
›
Insert the pump nozzle into the fuel filler tube as far as it will go.
The fuel tank is full as soon as the pump nozzle switches off for the first time.
Do not continue refuelling.
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›
Remove the pump nozzle from the fuel filler neck and put it back in the
pump.
›
Place the filler cap onto the fuel filler neck and turn it in the opposite direc-
tion to the arrow until it securely engages
3
.
›
Close the fuel filler flap until it clicks into place.
Unleaded petrol
Read and observe and on page 196 first.
The correct fuel for the vehicle is specified on the inside of the fuel filler flap
The vehicle can only be operated with unleaded petrol containing maximum
10% bioethanol (E10).
Unleaded petrol must correspond to the European Standard EN 228 (in Ger-
many DIN 51626-1 or E10 for unleaded petrol with octane number 95 and 91
or DIN 51626-2 or E5 for unleaded petrol with octane number 95 and 98).
Specified petrol 95 / min. 92 and 93 RON/ROZ
We recommend using petrol 95 RON.
Optionally, the petrol 92 or 93 RON can be used (slight power loss, a slightly
increased fuel consumption).
In an emergency, petrol 91 RON can be used (slight power loss, slightly in-
creased fuel consumption)
»
.
Specified petrol is unleaded, min. 95 RON / ROZ
Use min. 95 ROZ petrol.
In an emergency, 91, 92 or 93 ROZ petrol can be used (slight loss of power,
slightly increased fuel consumption)
»
Prescribed petrol 98/(95) RON / ROZ
We recommend using petrol 98 RON.
Optionally, petrol 95 ROZ can be used (slight power loss, a slightly increased
fuel consumption).
In an emergency, 91, 92 or 93 ROZ petrol can be used (slight loss of power,
slightly increased fuel consumption)
»
CAUTION
The following instructions must be observed, otherwise there is a risk of dam-
age to the engine and to the exhaust system.
■
When petrol with a lower than the prescribed octane is used, only continue
driving at mid-range engine speeds and with minimal strain on the engine. Re-
fuel using petrol of the prescribed octane number as soon as possible.
■
Lower than 91 octane petrol should not be used, even in an emergency!
■
If a fuel other than unleaded fuel which complies to the above mentioned
standards (e.g. leaded petrol) is put in the tank by mistake, do not start the en-
gine or switch on the ignition.
CAUTION
Petrol additives (additives)
■
The unleaded petrol in accordance with the prescribed standards meets all
the conditions for a smooth running engine. We therefore do not recommend
mixing fuel additives into the petrol - risk of engine damage or damage to the
exhaust system.
■
The following additives may not be used - risk of engine damage or dam-
age to the exhaust system!
■
Additives with metal components (metallic additives), in particular with
manganese and iron content.
■
Fuels with metallic content (e.g. LRP - lead replacement petrol).
Note
■
Unleaded petrol that has a higher octane number than that required by the
engine can be used without limitations.
■
The use of petrol with an octane rating higher than 95 ROZ does not result in
either a noticeable increase in power nor lower fuel consumption in vehicles
for which unleaded petrol 95/min 92 or 93 ROZ is specified.
■
On vehicles using the prescribed petrol of min. 95 ROZ, the use of petrol
with a higher octane number than 95 ROZ can lead to an increase in power and
reduction in fuel consumption.
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Engine compartment
Introduction
WARNING
Never cover the engine with additional insulation material (e.g. with a cov-
er) – risk of fire!
WARNING
When working in the engine compartment, the following instructions must
be observed - otherwise risk of injury or fire. The engine compartment of
your car is a hazardous area!
WARNING
Instructions before beginning work in the engine compartment
■
Stop the engine and remove the ignition key, on vehicles with the KESSY
system, open the driver's door.
■
Firmly apply the handbrake.
■
For vehicles with manual transmission the lever into the neutral position.
For vehicles with automatic transmission, place the selector lever in the P
position.
■
Allow the engine to cool.
■
Never open the bonnet if you can see steam or coolant flowing out of the
engine compartment – risk of scalding! Wait until the steam or coolant has
stopped escaping.
WARNING
Information for working in the engine compartment
■
Keep everyone away from the engine compartment.
■
Do not touch any hot engine parts – risk of burns!
■
Never touch the radiator fan. The radiator fan may still turn suddenly
about 10 minutes after switching off the ignition!
■
Do not smoke in the vicinity of the engine and avoid the use of open
flames or sparks.
■
Do not leave any items (e.g. cloths or tools) in the engine compartment.
This presents a fire hazard and the risk of engine damage.
■
Read and observe the information and warning instructions on the fluid
containers.
WARNING
Information for working in the engine compartment with the engine run-
ning
■
If it is necessary to work on the engine with the engine running, beware
of rotating engine parts and electrical plants - they can be fatal!
■
Never touch the electric wiring on the ignition system.
■
Avoid short circuits in the electrical system, particularly on the vehicle's
battery.
CAUTION
Only refill using fluids with the proper specification - risk of damage to the ve-
hicle!
Note
■
Fluids with the proper specifications can be purchased from the ŠKODA
Original Accessories or from the ŠKODA Genuine Parts ranges.
■
We recommend you have the operating fluids replaced by a specialist ga-
rage.
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Opening and closing the bonnet
Fig. 231 Opening the bonnet
Read and observe and on page 198 first.
Open flap
›
Ensure that the windscreen wipers are not raised away from the windscreen
- risk of damage to the bonnet.
›
Open the front door and pull the release lever below the dash panel in the
direction of arrow
1
.
›
Press the release lever in the direction of arrow
2
and the bonnet will be un-
locked.
›
Raise the bonnet in the direction of the arrow
3
.
›
Remove the lid prop in the direction of arrow
4
from the holder.
›
Secure the open flap inserting the end of the post into the opening in the di-
rection of arrow
5
.
Close the flap
›
Lift the bonnet.
›
Decouple the bonnet support and press into the holder designed to hold it.
›
Drop down the bonnet lid from a height of about 20 cm applying light pres-
sure until it clicks safely into place.
WARNING
■
Never drive with the bonnet lid not properly closed - risk of accident!
■
Make sure that when closing the bonnet, no body parts are crushed -
there is danger of injury!
CAUTION
When closing the bonnet “do not press down” - there is a risk of damaging the
bonnet.
Engine compartment overview
Fig. 232 Arrangement (example) in the engine compartment
Read and observe and on page 198 first.
Coolant expansion reservoir
Engine oil dipstick
Engine oil filler opening
Brake fluid reservoir
Vehicle battery
Windscreen washer fluid reservoir
A
B
C
D
E
F
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Windscreen washer fluid
Fig. 233
Windscreen washer fluid reser-
voir
Read and observe and on page 198 first.
The windscreen washer fluid reservoir
A
is located in the engine compart-
ment
.
The contents of the container is 3.5 litres, for vehicles with a headlamp clean-
ing system 5.4 litres (for some countries, both versions have container vol-
umes of 5.4 litres).
Use a suitable windscreen washer fluid for the current or expected weather
conditions. We recommend that you use windscreen washer fluid from
ŠKODA Original Accessories.
CAUTION
■
Only use liquids that do not attack polycarbonates - otherwise there is a risk
of damage to the headlights.
■
Do not remove the filter from the windscreen washer fluid reservoir when
replenishing it with liquid otherwise the liquid transportation system can be-
come contaminated, which can cause the windscreen washer system to mal-
function.
Engine oil
Specification
To find out which type of engine oil you can use for your vehicle, contact a
specialist garage.
If this oil is not available, other oils can also be refilled. To prevent engine dam-
age, a maximum of 0.5 l of engine oil with the following specifications may be
used until the next oil change: VW 504 00, VW 502 00, VW 508 00, ACEA
A3/ACEA B4 or API SN, (API SM).
Check and refill
Fig. 234 Dipstick variants
The engine uses up some oil, depending on driving style and operating condi-
tions (up to 0.5 l / 1 000 km). Consumption may be slightly higher than this
during the first 5 000 km.
Have the oil change carried out by a specialist garage during the inspection.
Check and refill oil under the following conditions.
The vehicle is standing on a horizontal surface.
The engine operating temperature is reached.
The engine is turned off.
Checking the level
›
Wait a few minutes until the engine oil flows back into the oil trough.
›
Pull the dipstick out and wipe with a clean cloth.
›
Push the dipstick back to the stop and then pull it out again.
›
Read the oil level and push the dipstick back in.
The oil level must lie in range
A
. If the oil level is below range
A
, oil
must be added.
Refilling
›
Unscrew the cap of the engine oil filler opening
C
›
Add oil of the correct specification in increments of 0.5 litres
›
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
.
CAUTION
■
The oil level must never fall outside range
A
risk of damaging the engine and the exhaust system.
■
If a top up with oil is not possible or the oil level is above range
A
,
do not
continue driving! Switch off the engine and seek assistance from a specialist
garage.
■
Do not add any additives to the engine oil - risk of engine damage.
Note
■
Too low engine oil level is shown in the instrument cluster by the warning
light illuminating and also indicated by the message
. Nevertheless,
we recommend checking the oil level on a regular basis using the dipstick.
■
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
.
■
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)
■
To protect against the coolant splashing, cover the cap with a cloth when
opening.
■
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. 235
Coolant expansion reservoir
Read and observe and on page 201 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
. If the coolant level is below the mark
B
, top up with cool-
ant.
Refilling
The reservoir must always contain a small amount of coolant
»
.
›
Place a cloth over the cap of the coolant expansion tank and unscrew the cap
carefully.
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›
Always top up using coolant of the correct specification.
›
Turn the cap until it clicks into place.
The specification for the coolant is shown in the coolant expansion reservoir
If the specified coolant is not available, then refilling only with distilled or dem-
ineralised water, and get a specialist garage to correct the water-coolant addi-
tive mix as soon as possible.
CAUTION
■
If the expansion tank is empty, do not top up with coolant. The system could
aerate - risk of engine damage!
Do not drive the vehicle! Switch off the en-
gine and seek assistance from a specialist garage.
■
Do not fill the coolant above the mark
A
. The coolant could, when
heated, be expelled from the cooling system - risk of damage to the engine
parts.
■
If it is not possible to add coolant,
do not continue driving! Switch off the
engine and seek assistance from a specialist garage.
■
A coolant additive which does not correspond to the correct specification
can reduce the anti-corrosion effect of the cooling system - risk of damage to
the cooling system and the engine.
■
If non-distilled (non-demineralised) water has been used to top up, the cool-
ant should be replaced by a specialist garage - risk of engine damage.
■
A loss of coolant indicates leaks in the cooling system - risk of engine dam-
age. Top up with coolant and then seek assistance from a specialist garage.
Note
A coolant level which is too low is indicated in the instrument cluster by the
warning light and a corresponding message
. We still recommend
inspecting the coolant level directly at the reservoir from time to time.
Brake fluid
Fig. 236
Brake fluid reservoir
Check the brake fluid under the following conditions.
The vehicle is on a horizontal surface.
The engine is turned off.
Checking the brake fluid level – The brake fluid level must lie between the
markings “MIN” and “MAX”
.
Specification - the brake fluid must comply with the standard VW 501 14 (this
standard meets the requirements of FMVSS 116 DOT4).
The brake fluid change is carried out during the inspection.
WARNING
■
If the date of the brake fluid change is exceeded, steam bubbles could
form in the brake system during heavy braking. This can impair the efficien-
cy of the brakes – risk of accident!
■
The following instructions must be followed at all times when working on
the engine compartment
.
■
If the fluid level drops significantly within a short time or if it drops below
the “MIN”
mark, this may be an indication of a leak in the brake
system.
Do not continue driving - There is a risk of accident! Seek help
from a specialist garage.
Note
A brake fluid level which is too low is indicated in the instrument cluster by the
warning light
and a corresponding message
. We still recommend
inspecting the brake fluid level in the reservoir from time to time.
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Vehicle battery
Introduction
The vehicle battery represents a power source for the motor to start and for
the supply of electrical consumers in the car.
Depending on the engine, the vehicle battery is either in the engine compart-
ment or the luggage compartment.
Automatic consumer shutdown - Discharge protection of the vehicle
battery
The on-board power supply system tries to prevent the vehicle battery from
discharging in the following ways when it is subject to heavy loading.
▶
By increasing the engine idle speed.
▶
Through the power limitation of certain consumers.
▶
By switching off some consumers (e.g. heated seats) for as long as necessa-
ry.
Warning symbols on the vehicle battery
Symbol
Meaning
Always wear eye protection!
Battery acid is severely caustic. Always wear gloves and eye pro-
tection!
Keep fire, sparks, open flames and lit cigarettes well clear of the
vehicle battery!
When charging the vehicle battery, a highly explosive gas mixture
is produced!
Keep children away from the vehicle battery!
WARNING
Battery acid is highly corrosive - it can cause injury, chemical burns or poi-
soning! Corrosive vapours in the air irritate and damage the respiratory
tract and the eyes. The following guidelines must be observed.
■
Always wear protective gloves, eye and skin protection when handling
the vehicle battery.
WARNING (Continued)
■
If your eyes or skin come into contact with the electrolytic fluid, immedi-
ately wash the affected area for a few minutes long with a lot of water.
Seek medical assistance without delay.
■
Keep the vehicle battery away from people who are not completely inde-
pendent (e.g. children).
■
Do not tilt the battery otherwise battery electrolyte may flow out of the
battery vent openings.
WARNING
Working on the car battery may cause explosion, fire, injury or chemical
burn! The following guidelines must be observed.
■
Do not smoke, use open flames or light or transmitting devices.
■
A discharged vehicle battery may freeze slightly. Never charge up a fro-
zen or thawed vehicle battery. Replace a frozen vehicle battery.
■
Never use a damaged vehicle battery.
■
Do not connect the battery terminals, bridging the two poles will cause a
short circuit.
CAUTION
Ensure that battery acid does not come into contact with the bodywork – risk
of damage to the paintwork.
Note
■
We recommend having all work on the vehicle battery carried out by a spe-
cialist garage.
■
You should replace batteries older than 5 years.
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