Brake Fluid; Vehicle Battery - Skoda RAPID Owner's Manual

Brake fluid

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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Checking the brake fluid level
Specification
The brake fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment
page 92.
WARNING
The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. The following
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warning instructions must be followed at all times when working in the en-
gine compartment » page 86.
Do not use used brake fluid - the function of the brake system may be im-
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paired – risk of accident!
CAUTION
Do not continue your journey if the fluid level has dropped below the "MIN"
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marking » fig. 75 on page 92, - there is a risk of an accident! Seek help
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from a specialist garage.
Brake fluid damages the paintwork of the vehicle.
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Notice
The brake fluid is changed as part of a compulsory inspection service.
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We recommend that you use brake fluids from ŠKODA Original Accessories.
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Checking the brake fluid level
92
General Maintenance
» fig. 75 on
Fig. 75
Brake fluid reservoir
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Read and observe and
The fluid can be checked if the following conditions are met.
The vehicle is standing on a horizontal surface.
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The engine is switched off.
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The bonnet is open.
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92
Checking the level
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Check the level of brake fluid in the reservoir
The level must be between the "MIN" and "MAX" markings.
A slight drop in the fluid level results when driving due to normal wear-and-
tear and automatic adjustment of the brake pads.
There may be an indication of a leak in the brake system, however, if the fluid
level drops significantly within a short time or if it drops below the "MIN" mark-
ing.
Too low brake fluid level is indicated by the warning
display of the instrument cluster
Specification
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Read and observe and
To ensure the optimal functioning of the brake system, use only a brake fluid
that meets the standard VW 501 14 (this standard meets the requirements of
FMVSS 116 DOT4).
Notice
We recommend the use of brake fluids from the ŠKODA Genuine Accessories
range.

Vehicle battery

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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Checking the battery electrolyte level
Charging
Replace
on page 92 first.
» fig. 75.
light illuminating in the
» page 26.
on page 92 first.
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94
95
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