Check and refill
Fig. 314 Dipstick variants
Depending on the driving style and operating conditions, the engine uses some
oil (up to 0.5 l / 1 000 km). Consumption may be slightly higher than this dur-
ing the first 5 000 km.
Have the oil change carried out by a specialist garage during the inspection.
Check the oil under the following conditions and refill.
The vehicle is standing on a horizontal surface.
The engine operating temperature is reached.
The engine is turned off.
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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Remove the dipstick and wipe with a clean cloth.
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Push the dipstick to the stop and pull out again.
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Read the oil level and push in the dipstick.
The oil level must be in range
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, refill the oil.
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Refilling
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Unscrew the cap of the engine oil filler opening
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Add oil of the correct specification in increments of 0.5 litres
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Check the oil level .
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Screw the lid of the engine oil filler closed carefully.
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314. If the oil level is below the range
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WARNING
The following warning instructions must be followed at all times when
working in the engine compartment
CAUTION
The oil level must never fall outside range
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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
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driving! Switch off the engine and seek assistance from a specialist garage.
Do not add additives to the engine oil - risk of engine damage.
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Note
Too low engine oil level is shown in the instrument cluster by the warning
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light illuminating and also indicated by the message
we recommend to check the oil level on a regular basis with the dipstick.
We recommend that you use oils from ŠKODA Original Accessories.
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Coolant
Introduction
The coolant cools the engine and consists of water and coolant additive (with
additives that protect the cooling system against corrosion and prevents fur-
ring).
The coolant additive proportion in the coolant must be between 40 and 60 %.
The correct mixing ratio of water and coolant additive should be checked if
necessary by a specialist garage or corrected if necessary.
WARNING
The following warning instructions must be followed at all times when
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working in 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 pressurized - risk of scalding or
injury from being splashed with coolant!
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Inspecting and replenishing
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