Vehicle Battery - Skoda Superb Owner's Manual

CAUTION
Brake fluid damages the paintwork of the vehicle.
Note
The brake fluid is changed as part of a compulsory inspection service.
Checking the level
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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 208.
The brake fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment.
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Switch off the engine.
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Open the bonnet.
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Check the level of brake fluid in the reservoir
The level must be between the "MIN" and "MAX" markings.
A slight drop in the fluid level results when driving due to normal wear-and-tear
and automatic adjustment of the brake pads.
There may be an indication of a leak in the brake system, however, if the fluid lev-
el drops significantly within a short time or if it drops below the "MIN" marking.
If the brake fluid level is too low, this is indicated by the indicator light
up in the instrument cluster » page
Fig. 170
Engine compartment: Brake fluid
reservoir
» Fig. 170.
14, Braking system.
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Changing
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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 208.
Brake fluid absorbs moisture. Over time it therefore absorbs moisture from the
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environment.
Excessive water in the brake fluid may be the cause of corrosion in the brake sys-
tem.
The water content lowers the boiling point of the brake fluid.
The brake fluid must comply with the following standards or specifications:
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VW 50114;
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FMVSS 116 DOT4.

Vehicle battery

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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Battery cover
Checking the battery electrolyte level
Charging a vehicle battery
Disconnecting and reconnecting the vehicle battery
Automatic load deactivation
Warning symbols on the vehicle battery
Symbol
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Always wear eye protection.
Battery acid is severely caustic. Always wear gloves and eye protec-
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lighting tion.
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Keep fire, sparks, open flames and lit cigarettes well clear of the ve-
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hicle battery.
Importance
Inspecting and replenishing
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