Engine Compartment - Skoda 2015 Superb Owner's Manual

After refilling
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After refilling AdBlue put the cap on the fuel filler neck and turn in the oppo-
site direction of the arrow until it engages.
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Close the fuel filler flap until it clicks into place.
Before driving
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After filling AdBlue only switch on the ignition and leave it on for at least 30
s, so that the refilling can be recognized by the system.
Only then start the engine.
CAUTION
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The AdBlue - tank is full when no AdBlue
soon as the correctly operated pump cuts out for the first time. Do not contin-
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ue refilling AdBlue .
Note
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The working life of the AdBlue solution is 4 years. Thereafter the solution
must be replaced by a specialist garage.

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
Injuries or scolding or risks of accident or fire may occur when working in
the engine compartment. For this reason, it is essential to comply with the
warning instructions outlined below and with the general applicable safety
rules. The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area!
WARNING
Instructions before beginning work in the engine compartment
Turn off the engine and remove the ignition key.
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The parking brake switch.
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flows from the refill bottle or as
WARNING (Continued)
For vehicles with manual transmission the lever into the neutral position.
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On vehicles with automatic transmission, shift the selector lever into the
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P position.
Allow the engine to cool.
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Never open the bonnet if you can see steam or coolant escaping from the
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engine compartment – risk of scalding! Wait until no more steam or coolant
is escaping.
WARNING
Information for working in the engine room
Keep all people, especially children, away from the engine compartment.
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Never touch the radiator fan. The fan might suddenly start running!
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Do not touch any hot engine parts – risk of burns!
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WARNING
Information for working in the engine compartment with the engine run-
ning
Pay particular attention to moving engine parts, e.g. V-ribbed belt, gener-
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ator, radiator fan - danger to life!
Never touch the electric wiring on the ignition system.
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Avoid short circuits in the electrical system, particularly on the vehicle's
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battery.
Always make sure that no jewellery, loose clothing or long hair can get
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caught in rotating engine parts – risk to life! Always remove any jewellery,
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tie back long hair and wear tight fitting clothing before completing any
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work.
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WARNING
Information for working on the fuel system or the electrical system
Always disconnect the vehicle battery from the electrical system.
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Do not smoke.
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Never work near open flames.
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Always have a functioning fire extinguisher nearby.
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