164 Engine, exhaust system and fuel ›
Driving in emergency mode is possible - a noticeable
reduction in engine performance may occur.
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Continue driving, exercising appropriate caution,
and seek the help of a specialist garage.
Particle filter
Troubleshooting
Clogged particle filter
illuminates together with
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Clean the filter.
If the indicator light is illuminated, increased fuel
consumption and reduced engine power must be ex-
pected.
Filter cleaning
Conditions for cleaning
✓ The engine is warm.
Cleaning procedure
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Drive at a speed of at least 80 km/h at engine
speeds between 3000-5000 rpm.
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Release the accelerator pedal and let the vehicle
roll with the gear engaged for a few seconds.
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Repeat this procedure several times.
If the filter is successfully cleaned, the indicator light
goes off.
.
If the indicator light
does not go off within 30
minutes, no filter cleaning was performed.
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Continue driving, exercising appropriate caution,
and seek the help of a specialist garage.
Exhaust control system
Troubleshooting
Emission control system faulty
illuminates
Driving in emergency mode is possible - a no-
ticeable reduction in engine performance may occur.
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Continue driving, exercising appropriate caution,
and seek the help of a specialist garage.
Radiator blinds
Usage
The radiator blinds reduce emissions harmful to the
environment and CO
-Emissions and saving fuel.
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Particle filter
Troubleshooting
If the display of the instrument cluster shows a mes-
sage relating to the function restriction of the blinds,
the maximum speed of the vehicle is limited to 160
km/h.
The cause may be ice or snow in the area around the
blinds. After the ice or snow has thawed, the blinds
are functional again.
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Should the impairment not be due to ice or snow,
assistance from a specialist should be sought.
Fuel filler flap
Opening the fuel filler flap
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Press
The fuel filler flap is unlocked after a few seconds
and is partially opened.
Petrol
What you should be mindful of
DANGER
Risk of death!
Fuel and fuel vapours are explosive.
NOTICE
Risk of serious damage to the engine and the ex-
haust system!
Never run the fuel tank completely empty!
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If you would like to operate your vehicle in a country
other than that intended for vehicle operation,
please contact a ŠKODA Partner. They will let you
know whether a suitable fuel is offered in the associ-
ated country.
Regulations
Standards
Petrol must comply with European standard EN 228
(in Russia, GOST 32513-2013).
Only use unleaded petrol that contains max 10% bi-
oethanol (E10).
the button in the driver's door.
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Open the flap.