Coolant - Skoda Yeti Owner's Manual

CAUTION
The oil level must never be below range
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engine as well as to the exhaust system.
If a top up with oil is not possible or the oil level is above range
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driving! Switch off the engine and seek assistance from a specialist garage.
Note
Too low engine oil level is shown in the instrument cluster by the warning
light illuminating and also indicated by the
we recommend checking the oil level on a regular basis using the dipstick.

Coolant

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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Checking and refilling
The coolant helps to keep the engine temperature down, and consists of wa-
ter and coolant additive (with additives that protect the cooling system against
corrosion and prevent furring).
The proportion of coolant additive in the coolant must be 40 to 60 %.
The correct mix of water and coolant additive should be checked and if neces-
sary corrected by a specialist garage.
WARNING
The following instructions must be followed at all times when working on
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the engine compartment » page
Never open the end cover of the coolant expansion reservoir while the
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engine is still warm. The cooling system is pressurised -There is a risk of
scalding or injury from splashes of coolant!
To protect against the coolant splashing, cover the cap with a cloth when
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opening.
Coolant and coolant fumes are harmful - avoid contact with the coolant. If
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the coolant comes into contact with the eye or skin, wash the affected area
with plenty of water for several minutes, and where appropriate seek medi-
cal help.
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General Maintenance
» Fig. 161 – risk of damage to the
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CAUTION
Do not cover the radiator and install any parts (e.g auxiliary lights.) in front of
the air intakes - There is a risk of the engine overheating.
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Checking and refilling
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Read and observe
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Check and refill coolant under the following conditions.
The vehicle is on a horizontal surface.
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The engine is not warm (if the engine is warm the result of the check may
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be wrong).
The engine is turned off.
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Check the coolant level - the coolant level must lie between the marks
» Fig. 162. If the coolant level is below the mark
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Refilling
The reservoir must always contain a small amount of coolant
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Place a cloth over the cap of the coolant expansion tank and unscrew the
cap carefully.
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Always top up using coolant of the correct specification.
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Turn the cap until it clicks into place.
The specification for the coolant is shown in the coolant expansion reservoir
» Fig. 162.
If the specified coolant is not available, then refilling only with distilled or dem-
ineralised water, and get a specialist garage to correct the water-coolant addi-
tive mix as soon as possible.
Fig. 162
Coolant expansion reservoir
and on page 148 first.
, top up with coolant.
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