Track Rod Ends: Check Play, Fastening And Sealing Flanges; Inspecting Tyres (Including Spare Wheel) - Skoda Octavia II 2004 Maintenance Manual

WARNING
♦ Brake fluid is poisonous. Also due to its corrosive effect
brake fluid must not come into contact with paintwork.
♦ Brake fluid is hygroscopic, i.e. it absorbs moisture from the
surrounding air. Therefore it should always be stored in
airtight containers.
Note
The fluid must not be above the "MAX" marking to prevent fluid
flowing out of the reservoir.
Delivery Inspection
During the delivery inspection, the brake fluid level should be at
the "MAX" marking -1-.
Service interval:
– The brake fluid level (volume) must always be assessed on
the basis of the brake pad wear. When driving a slight drop in
the brake fluid level occurs as a result of wear-and-tear and
the automatic slack adjustment of the brake pads.
– If the fluid brake level is at the "MIN" marking -2- or slightly
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pads have almost reached their wear limit.
– If the brake pads are new or far off the brake wear limit, the
brake fluid level must be between the "MIN" and "MAX" mark‐
ings.
– If the brake fluid level has dropped below the "MIN" marking,
it is necessary to inspect the brake system before topping up
the brake fluid
⇒ "5.2 Inspecting brake system for leaks and damage",
page 122 and to carry out repair if necessary.
5.5 Track rod ends: check play, fastening
and sealing flanges
– Check play by moving track rods and wheels with the vehicle
raised (wheels hanging free). Play: no play
– Inspect attachment.
– Inspect sealing boots for damage and correct installation.
5.6

Inspecting tyres (including spare wheel)

Note
Only tyres of the same type may be fitted to the vehicle. Tyres of
the same brand and tread pattern must always be fitted to wheels
on the same axle!
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