Engine Compartment; Diesel Fuel - Skoda Fabia Owner's Manual

Note
Unleaded petrol that has a higher octane number than that required by the en-
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gine can be used without limitations.
The use of petrol with an octane rating higher than 95 RON in does not result in
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either a noticeable increase in power nor lower fuel consumption in vehicles for
which unleaded petrol 95/91, 92 or 93 RON is specified.
On vehicles using prescribed unleaded petrol of min. 95 RON, the use of petrol
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with a higher octane number than 95 RON can increase the power and reduce
fuel consumption.

Diesel fuel

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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 158.
Your vehicle can only be operated with diesel fuel that meets the EN 590
ard.
All diesel engines can be operated using diesel fuel with a maximum of 7% bio-
diesel (B7) .
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Operation in winter - Winter-grade diesel fuel
In the cold season, only use "winter-grade diesel fuel" which will still operate
properly even at a temperature of -20 °C.
It is often the case in countries with different climatic conditions that diesel fuels
available have a different temperature characteristic. ŠKODA Partners and filling
stations in the relevant country will be able to provide you with information re-
garding the diesel fuels available.
Diesel fuel additives
Additives, so-called "flow improvers " (petrol and similar agents) should not be
mixed with the diesel fuel. This can cause serious damage to engine or exhaust
system parts.
1) In Germany also DIN 51628, in Austria ÖNORM C 1590, in Russia GOST R 52368-2005 / EN 590:2004.
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In Germany complying with standard DIN 52638, in Austria ÖNORM C 1590, in France EN 590.
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General Maintenance
CAUTION
Just filling the tank once with diesel fuel that does not comply with the stand-
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ard, can cause severe damage to parts of the engine, the fuel and exhaust sys-
tem!
If a fuel other than diesel fuel complying with the standards referred to above
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(e.g. petrol) is used by mistake do not start the engine or switch on the ignition.
Engine parts could be significantly damaged. We recommend that you have the
fuel system cleaned by a specialist garage.
Water which has collected in the fuel filter can cause engine faults.
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CAUTION
Your vehicle cannot be operated with RME biofuel; you must therefore not fill
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your vehicle or attempt to drive it with this fuel. The use of biofuel RME can cause
considerable damage to parts of the engine or fuel system.
Additives, so-called "flow improvers" (petrol and similar agents) should not be
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stand-
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mixed with the diesel fuel. This can cause serious damage to engine or exhaust
system parts.

Engine compartment

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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Opening and closing the bonnet
Engine compartment overview
Radiator fan
Windscreen washer system
WARNING
When working in the engine compartment, injuries, scalding, accident or fire
hazards may arise. For this reason, it is essential to comply with the warning
instructions stated below and with the generally applicable rules of safety.
The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area.
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