Brake Fluid Level: Check; Front And Rear Axles: Check - Skoda Rapid NH 2013 Maintenance, Workshop Manual

Rapid NH 2013 ➤ , Rapid NH 2014 ➤
Maintenance - Edition 06.2018
5.5

Brake fluid level: check.

Only use new original brake fluid N.052.766.Z0 as per US stand‐
ard FMVSS 571.116, DOT 4 and VW standard 501 14 .
WARNING
♦ Brake fluid is poisonous. Also due to its corrosive effect
brake fluid must not come into contact with paintwork.
♦ Brake fluid is hygroscopic, i.e. it absorbs moisture from the
surrounding air. Therefore it should always be stored in
airtight containers.
Note
The fluid must not be above the "MAX" marking to prevent fluid
flowing out of the reservoir.
Delivery Inspection
During the delivery inspection, the brake fluid level should be at
the "MAX" marking.
Inspection:
– The brake fluid level (volume) must always be assessed on
the basis of the brake pad wear. When driving a slight drop in
the brake fluid level occurs as a result of wear-and-tear and
the automatic slack adjustment of the brake pads.
– If the fluid brake level is at the "MIN" marking or slightly above,
it is not necessary to top up the brake fluid if the brake pads
have almost reached their wear limit.
– If the brake pads are new or far off the brake wear limit, the
brake fluid level must be between the "MIN" and "MAX" mark‐
ings.
– If the brake fluid level has dropped below the "MIN" marking,
it is necessary to inspect the brake system before topping up
the brake fluid
⇒ "5.3 Inspecting brake system for leaks and damage",
page 118 and to carry out repair if necessary.
5.6

Front and rear axles: check

– Check the fixing parts, axle body and their moving parts for
damage, corrosion and play in the attachment.
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5. Chassis