Brake Fluid; Battery - Skoda 2011 Yeti Owner's Manual

200 Inspecting and Replenishing

Brake fluid

Inspecting the brake fluid level
The brake fluid reservoir is located on the left of the engine compartment. The
brake fluid reservoir on right-hand steering models is positioned on the other side
of the engine compartment.
– Switch the engine off.
Open the bonnet  page 194.
–
– Inspect the brake fluid level in the reservoir
between the "MIN" and "MAX" markings.
A slight drop in the fluid level results when driving due to normal wear-and-tear and
automatic adjustment of the brake pads, and is perfectly normal.
There may be an indication of a leak in the brake system, however, if the fluid level
drops significantly within a short time or if it drops below the "MIN" marking. If the
brake fluid level is too low, this is indicated by the warning light lighting up in the
instrument cluster  page 33, "Brake system ". In this case stop immediately and
do not drive any further! Obtain professional assistance.
WARNING

Read and observe the warning notes  page 194, "Working in the engine
compartment" before working in the engine compartment.

If the fluid level has dropped below the MIN marking, do not drive any further
- risk of accident! Contact a Škoda dealer to obtain professional assistance.
Fig. 169 Engine compartment: Brake
fluid reservoir
 fig.
169. The level must be
Replacing brake fluid
Brake fluid absorbs moisture. This causes the fluid to absorb moisture from the
surrounding air over a period of time. Excessive water in the brake fluid may be the
cause of corrosion in the brake system. The water content also lowers the boiling
point of the brake fluid.
One may only use new genuine brake fluid from Škoda Auto. The brake fluid must
comply with one of the following standards or specifications:

VW 50114,

FMVSS 116 DOT4,

DIN ISO 4925 CLASS 4
We recommend that you have the brake fluid replaced by an authorised Škoda
Service Partner as part of an Inspection Service.
WARNING
Using old brake fluid can result in severe stress on the brakes because of the
formation of vapour bubbles in the brake system. This greatly impairs the
braking efficiency and thus also the safety of your vehicle.
Caution
Brake fluid damages the paintwork of the vehicle.
For the sake of the environment
Due to issues with disposal, the special tools and knowledge required, we recom-
mend you have the brake fluid replaced by an authorised Škoda Service Partner.

Battery

General information
Improper handling of the vehicle battery can cause damage. We therefore recom-
mend you have work on the vehicle battery carried out by an authorised Škoda
service partner.
There is a risk of injuries, scalding, accidents and burns when carrying out any work
on the battery and on the electrical system. For this reason, it is essential to comply