Front And Rear Axle: Inspection - Skoda Octavia III 2013 Service Manual

Octavia III 2013 ➤ , Octavia III 2014 ➤
Maintenance - Edition 12.2014
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 brake fluid must not be above the "MAX" marking to prevent
fluid flowing out of the reservoir.
Delivery Inspection
The brake fluid level during the delivery inspection should be at
the "MAX" marking -1-.
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 on the "MIN" marking -2- or slightly
above, it is not necessary to top up the brake fluid if the brake
pads have practically 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
⇒ "5.2 Inspecting brake system for leaks and damage",
page 101 , carry out repair measure if necessary.
5.5

Front and rear axle: inspection

– Check the fixing parts, axle body and their moving parts for
damage, corrosion and play in the attachment.
– Check sealing boots -arrow- of steering joints for leaks, dam‐
age and correct position.
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5. Chassis