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Inspecting and Replenishing
Brake fluid
Inspecting the brake fluid level
The brake fluid reservoir is located on the left of the engine compartment. The
brake fluid reservoir on right-hand steering models is positioned on the other side
of the engine compartment.
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Switch the engine off.
Open the bonnet ⇒
in Working in the engine compartment on page 151.
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Inspect the brake fluid level in the reservoir
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tween 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, and is perfectly normal.
There may be an indication of a leak in the brake system, however, if the fluid lev-
el drops significantly within a short time or if it drops below the "MIN" marking. If
the brake fluid level is too low, this is indicated by the warning light
in the instrument cluster ⇒ p age 26. In this case stop immediately and do not
drive any further! Contact a Škoda dealer to obtain professional assistance.
WARNING
● Read and observe the warning notes ⇒ p age 150, Working in the engine
compartment before working in the engine compartment.
● If the fluid level has dropped below the MIN marking, do not drive any fur-
ther - risk of accident! Contact a Škoda dealer to obtain professional assis-
tance.
Fig. 126 Engine compartment: Brake
fluid reservoir
⇒ f ig.
126. The level must be be-
lighting up
Replacing brake fluid
Brake fluid absorbs moisture. This causes the fluid to absorb moisture from the
surrounding air over a period of time. Excessive water in the brake fluid may be
the cause of corrosion in the brake system. The water content also lowers the
boiling point of the brake fluid.
Only new genuine brake fluid from ŠKODA may be used.
The brake fluid must comply with one of the following standards or specifications:
● VW 501 14,
● FMVSS 116 DOT4,
● DIN ISO 4925 CLASS 4.
We recommend that you have the brake fluid replaced by an authorised ŠKODA
Service Partner as part of an Inspection Service.
WARNING
● Using old brake fluid can result in severe stress on the brakes because of
the formation of vapour bubbles in the brake system. This greatly impairs the
braking efficiency and thus also the safety of your vehicle.
CAUTION
Brake fluid damages the paintwork of the vehicle.
For the sake of the environment
Due to issues with disposal, the special tools and knowledge required, we recom-
mend you have the brake fluid replaced by an authorised ŠKODA Service Partner.
Battery
General information
Improper handling of the vehicle battery can cause damage. We therefore recom-
mend you have work on the vehicle battery carried out by an authorised ŠKODA
Service Partner.
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