Brake Fluid; Radiator Fan - Skoda Yeti Owner's Manual

Radiator fan

The radiator fan may switch on suddenly.
The radiator fan is driven by an electric motor and controlled according to the
coolant temperature.
The radiator fan may continue running for up to 10 minutes after the engine has
been switched off - even if the ignition is also off. It may also switch on suddenly
after a certain time, if
● the coolant temperature has risen because of an accumulation of heat or
● the warm engine compartment is heated up additionally by strong sunlight.
WARNING
You must therefore be aware when working in the engine compartment that
the fan may switch on suddenly - risk of injury!

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.
– Switch the engine off.
Open the bonnet ⇒ p age 189.
–
Using the system Safety
Fig. 156 Engine compartment: Brake
fluid reservoir
Driving Tips
Inspect the brake fluid level in the reservoir
–
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 lighting up in
the instrument cluster ⇒ p age 29, Brake system . In this case stop immediately
and do not drive any further! Obtain professional assistance.
WARNING
● Read and observe the warning notes ⇒ p age 190, 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-
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ther - risk of accident! Contact a Škoda dealer to obtain professional assis-
tance.
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 50114,
● 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.
General Maintenance Breakdown assistance
Inspecting and Replenishing
⇒ f ig.
156. The level must be be-
Technical data
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