Coolant - Skoda Rapid Owner's Manual

Check and refill
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Read and observe and
Check and refill oil under the following conditions.
The vehicle is standing on a horizontal surface.
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The engine operating temperature is reached.
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The engine is switched off.
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Checking the level
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Wait a few minutes until the engine oil flows back into the oil trough.
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Pull the dipstick out and wipe with a clean cloth.
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Push the dipstick back to the stop and then pull it out again.
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Read the oil level and push the dipstick back in.
The oil level must be in range
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must be added.
Refilling
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Unscrew the cap of the engine oil filler opening
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Replenish the oil in portions of 0.5 litres in accordance with the correct speci-
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Check the oil level.
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Screw the lid of the engine oil filler closed carefully.
CAUTION
The oil level must never be below range
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age to the engine as well as to the exhaust system.
If a top up with oil is not possible or the oil level is above range
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driving! Switch off the engine and seek assistance from a specialist garage.
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General Maintenance
Fig. 73
Dipstick variants
on page 81 first.
» fig. 73. If the oil level is below range
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» fig. 73 – There is a risk of dam-
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Notice
If the engine oil level is too low, a warning light lights up in the instrument
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ing the oil level on a regular basis using the dipstick.

Coolant

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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Checking and refilling
The coolant helps to keep the engine temperature down, and consists of wa-
ter 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
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the engine compartment
Never open the end cover of the coolant expansion reservoir while the
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engine is still warm. The cooling system is pressurised - There is a risk of
, oil
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scalding or injury from splashes of coolant!
To protect against the coolant splashing, cover the cap with a cloth when
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opening.
Coolant and coolant fumes are harmful - avoid contact with the coolant. If
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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 medi-
cal help.
CAUTION
Do not cover the radiator and install any parts (e.g auxiliary lights) in front of
the air intakes - There is a risk of the engine overheating.
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28, Engine oil. Nevertheless, we recommend check-
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