Coolant - Skoda Octavia Owner's Manual

Capacity
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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 221.
Coolant capacity (in litres) 1)
Petrol engines
1.2 l/63, 77 kW TSI
1.4 litres/103 kW TSI
1.8 ltr./132 kW TSI
2.0 ltr./162 kW TSI
Diesel engines
1.6 l/66, 77, 81 kW TDI CR
2.0 l/105, 110, 135 kW TDI CR - MG / DSG
Checking the coolant level
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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 221.
The coolant expansion bottle is located in the engine compartment.
Inspecting the coolant level
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Switch off the engine.
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Open the bonnet.
1)
On vehicles that are fitted with an auxiliary heater (auxiliary heating and ventilation), the coolant ca-
pacity is approx. 1 l larger.
222
General Maintenance
Filling level
8.9
10.2
7.8
8.6
Filling level
8.4
11.6 / 11.9
Fig. 185
Engine compartment: Coolant
expansion reservoir
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Check the coolant level in the coolant expansion tank
Coolant level above mark
A
No coolant must be refilled.
The level may also rise slightly above the
Coolant level between markings
Coolant can be refilled.
When the engine is cold, the coolant level must lie between the
ings.
Coolant level below mark
B
Coolant must be refilled.
When the engine is cold, refill the coolant between the markings
If the coolant level in the coolant expansion tank is too low, this is indicated by
the warning icon  lighting up in the instrument cluster
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We still recommend inspecting the coolant level directly at the reservoir from
time to time.
Loss of coolant
A loss of coolant is first and foremost an indication of a leak in the system. Do
not merely top up the coolant. Have the cooling system checked by a specialist
garage.
Replenishing
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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 221.
Only refill with new coolant.
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Switch off the engine.
›
Allow the engine to cool.
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Place a cloth over the cap of the coolant expansion reservoir and unscrew the
cap carefully.
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Replenish the coolant.
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Turn the cap until it clicks into place.
» Fig. 185.
marking when the engine is warm.
A
and
A B
A and
and
A
» page 22,  Coolant.
B mark-
.
B
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