Engine Coolant - Seat MII Owner's Manual

checked at regular intervals, preferably when
filling the tank and before a journey.
When the engine is working hard, for in-
stance during sustained high-speed motor-
way cruising in summer or when climbing
mountain passes, the oil level should pref-
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erably be kept within area Fig. 168
Topping up engine oil
Read the additional information carefully
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The engine oil must be changed regularly ac-
cording to the specifications of the Mainte-
nance Programme.
Due to the problems linked with disposing of
used oil and the need for suitable tools and
special knowledge, always visit a specialised
workshop to have the engine oil and filter
changed. SEAT recommends taking your car
in for technical service.
Detailed information on the service intervals
is shown in the Maintenance Programme.
Engine oil additives make new oil darker after
the engine has been running for a short peri-
od. This is normal and does not mean more
frequent oil changes are required.
Checking and refilling levels
WARNING
Only change the engine oil yourself if you
have the specialist knowledge required!
Before opening the bonnet, read and ob-
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serve the warnings
Wait for the engine to cool down. Hot oil
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may cause burn injuries.
● Wear eye protection to avoid injuries, such
as acid burns, caused by splashes of oil.
When removing the oil drain plug with your
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fingers, keep your arm horizontal to help pre-
vent oil from running down your arm.
Wash your skin thoroughly if it comes into
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contact with engine oil.
Engine oil is poisonous! Used oil must be
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stored in a safe place out of the reach of chil-
dren.
CAUTION
No additives should be used with engine oil.
This could result in engine damage. Any dam-
age caused by the use of such additives
would not be covered by the factory warranty.
For the sake of the environment
Before changing the engine oil, find a suita-
ble location or service for proper disposal.
For the sake of the environment
Always dispose of engine oil with the utmost
respect for the environment. Never dispose of
used engine oil in places such as a garden,
woods, drains, roads, paths, rivers and drain-
age systems.
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Engine coolant

Introduction
Engine coolant is toxic!
● Only keep engine coolant in its original
container, tightly shut and in a safe place.
● Never store engine coolant in empty food
containers or bottles as other people may ac-
cidentally drink it.
● Always keep engine coolant out of reach of
children.
Ensure that the proportion of engine cool-
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ant additive corresponds to the lowest out-
side temperature to which the vehicle will be
exposed.
● If the outside temperature is extremely low,
the engine coolant could freeze causing the
vehicle to stop. As this would also cause the
heating to stop working, vehicle occupants
without warm clothing could freeze.
Coolants and additives can contaminate the
environment. If any fluids are spilled, they
WARNING
For the sake of the environment
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