Engine Compartment - Skoda A7 Octavia Owner's Manual

In a traffic accident
If a gas leak is suspected in a traffic accident, proceed as follows.
▶ Switch off the ignition.
▶ Extinguish cigarettes, switch off spark-producing or incendiary items and re-
move them from the vehicle.
▶ Have all the occupants get out.
Keep all persons away from the vehicle. We recommend standing at least 10
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metres from the vehicle.
Inform the emergency services that it is a natural gas vehicle.
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Regular gas system checks
Regular gas system checks must be carried out in a specialist workshop on
natural gas-powered vehicles. The vehicle owner is responsible for ensuring
tests are conducted properly.
Every 2 years
▶ Check the filler cap.
Check the condition of fuel filler tubes and the sealing ring in the fuel filler
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tubes, and clean the sealing ring if necessary.
Check the gas system for leaks and carry out an examination of gas contain-
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ers.
Every 20 years
Replace the gas tank.
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WARNING
Do not underestimate the smell of gas in the car or when refuelling - risk
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of fire, explosion and injury.
The natural gas tanks in the vehicle must not be exposed to unwanted
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heat sources.

Engine compartment

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Introduction
WARNING
Never cover the engine with additional insulation material (e.g. with a cov-
er) – risk of fire!
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General Maintenance
WARNING
When working in the engine compartment, the following instructions must
be observed - 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
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system, open the driver's door.
Firmly apply the handbrake.
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For vehicles with manual transmission the lever into the neutral position.
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For vehicles with automatic transmission, place the selector lever in the P
position.
Allow the engine to cool.
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Never open the bonnet if you can see steam or coolant flowing out of the
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engine compartment – risk of scalding! Wait until the steam or coolant has
stopped escaping.
WARNING
Information for working in the engine room
Keep everyone away from the engine compartment.
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Do not touch any hot engine parts – risk of burns!
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Never touch the radiator fan. The radiator fan suddenly switch on approx.
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10 minutes after switching off the ignition!
Do not smoke or use open flames in the vicinity of the engine.
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Do not leave any items (e.g. cloths or tools) in the engine compartment.
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This presents a fire hazard and the risk of engine damage.
Read and observe the information and warning instructions on the fluid
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containers.
WARNING
Information for working in the engine compartment with the engine run-
ning
If it is necessary to work on the engine compartment with the engine run-
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ning, then observe the rotating engine parts and electrical plants - it can
be fatal!
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