Coolant - Skoda Yeti 2015 Operating Instructions Manual

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Pull the dipstick out again and check the oil level.
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Re-insert the dipstick.
The engine consumes a little oil. The oil consumption may be as much as 0.5
l/1 000 km depending on your style of driving and the conditions under which
you operate your vehicle. Consumption may be slightly higher than this during
the first 5 000 km.
The oil level must be checked at regular intervals.
In case of low oil level, the display of the instrument cluster shows a check
mark  and the corresponding message
the dipstick as soon as possible. Add oil accordingly.
CAUTION
The oil level must never be above the range
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the motor as well as the exhaust system.
Stop driving if for some reason it is not possible to top up the engine oil
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under the current conditions. Switch off the engine and seek assistance from a
specialist garage.
If the oil level is above the range
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and seek assistance from a specialist garage.
Replenishing
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Read and observe and
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Unscrew the cap of the engine oil filler opening
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Replenish the oil in portions of 0.5 litres in accordance with the correct speci-
fications » page 169.
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Check the oil level » page 169.
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Screw the lid of the engine oil filler closed carefully.
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Pull the dipstick out as far as the stop.

Coolant

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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Checking the coolant level
Replenishing
The coolant provides cooling for the motor.
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General Maintenance
» page 36. Check the oil level using
» Fig. 160 - risk of damage to
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, stop driving! Switch off the engine
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on page 169 first.
» Fig. 158 on page 167.
It consists of water and coolant additive with additives that protect the cooling
system against corrosion and prevents furring.
The coolant additive level in the coolant must be at least 40%.
The coolant additive may be increased to a maximum of 60%.
The correct mixing ratio of water and coolant additive is to be checked if nec-
essary by a specialist garage or is to be restored if necessary.
The description of the coolant is shown in the coolant expansion reservoir
» Fig. 161 on page 171.
WARNING
The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. The following
warning instructions must be followed at all times when working in the en-
gine compartment » page
The coolant is harmful to health.
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Avoid contact with the coolant.
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Coolant vapours are harmful to health.
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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!
When opening the end cover of the coolant expansion reservoir, cover it
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with a cloth to protect your face, hands and arms from hot steam or hot
coolant.
If any coolant splashes into your eyes, immediately rinse out your eyes
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with clear water and contact a doctor as soon as possible.
Always keep the coolant in the original container, safe from people who
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are not completely independent, especially children - there is a danger of
poisoning!
If coolant is swallowed, consult a doctor immediately.
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Never spill operating fluids over the hot engine - risk of fire.
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CAUTION
Do not continue if for some reason it is not possible to fill with coolant un-
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der the current circumstances! Switch off the engine and seek assistance from
a specialist garage.
If the expansion tank is empty, do not top up with coolant. The system could
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fill with air - risk of engine damage,
seek assistance from a specialist garage.
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The concentration of coolant additive in the coolant must never be under
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40%.
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stop driving! Switch off the engine and
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