Brake Fluid - Skoda Superb Owner's Manual

Checking the coolant level
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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 207.
The coolant expansion bottle is located in the engine compartment.
Inspecting the coolant level
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Switch off the engine.
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Open the bonnet.
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Check the level of coolant in the coolant expansion bottle.
Coolant level within range
A
No coolant may be added.
The level may also rise slightly above the
Coolant level within range and
A
Coolant may be added.
The coolant level must lie between the
cold.
Coolant level within range under
Coolant must be added.
Top up the coolant level to between the
cold.
If the coolant level in the coolant expansion tank is too low, this is indicated by
the indicator light lighting up in the instrument cluster
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temperature/coolant level. We still recommend inspecting the coolant level di-
rectly at the reservoir from time to time.
208
General Maintenance
Fig. 169
Engine compartment: Coolant
expansion reservoir
» Fig. 169.
marking when the engine is hot.
A
B
and markings when the engine is
A B
B
and markings when the engine is
A B
» page 15,
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Loss of coolant
A loss of coolant is first and foremost an indication of a leak in the system. Do
not merely top up the coolant. Have the cooling system checked by a specialist
garage.
Replenishing
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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 207.
Only top up with new coolant.
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Switch off the engine.
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Allow the engine to cool.
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Place a cloth over the cap of the coolant expansion tank and unscrew the cap
carefully.
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Replenish the coolant.
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Turn the cap until it clicks into place.
Do not use an alternative additive if the specified coolant is not available in an
emergency. In this case, use just water and have the correct mixing ratio of water
and coolant additive restored by a specialist garage as soon as possible.

Brake fluid

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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Checking the level
Changing
WARNING
The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. The following
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warning instructions must be followed at all times when working in the en-
gine compartment
Coolant
Do not continue your journey if the fluid level has dropped below the MIN
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marking, - there is a risk of an accident. Seek help from a specialist garage.
Do not use used brake fluid - the function of the brake system may be im-
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paired – risk of accident!
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