Skoda Yeti Owner's Manual page 199

Checking the oil level
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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 195.
The dipstick indicates the level of oil in the engine
Checking the oil level
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Ensure that the vehicle is positioned on a level surface and the engine has
reached its operating temperature.
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Switch off the engine.
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Open the bonnet.
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Wait a few minutes until the engine oil flows back into the oil sump and remove
the dipstick.
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Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth and insert it again to the stop.
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Pull the dipstick out again and check the oil level.
Oil level within range A
No oil must be refilled.
Oil level within range
B
Oil can be refilled. Afterwards, the oil level can lie in the range
Oil level within range C
The engine must be topped up with oil so that the oil level at least reaches the
range .
B
The engine consumes a little oil. The oil consumption may be as much as 0.5 l/
1 000 km depending on your style of driving and the conditions under which you
operate your vehicle. Consumption may be slightly higher than this during the
first 5 000 kilometres.
The oil level must be checked at regular intervals. We recommend after each time
you refuel or prior to making a long journey.
Fig. 155
Dipstick
» Fig. 155.
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A
We recommend maintaining the oil level within the range
the engine has been operating at high loads, for example, during a lengthy motor-
way trip during the summer months, towing a trailer or negotiating a high moun-
tain pass.
The indicator light in the instrument cluster will indicate whether the oil level is
too low » page 21, Engine oil. Check the oil level using the dipstick as soon
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as possible. Add oil accordingly.
CAUTION
The oil level must not exceed the range
the exhaust system.
Topping up
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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 195.
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Check the engine oil level » page
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Unscrew the cap of the engine oil filler opening
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Replenish the oil in portions of 0.5 litres in accordance with the correct specifi-
cations » page 196.
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Check the oil level » page 197.
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Carefully screw on the oil filler opening cap and push the dipstick in fully.
Changing
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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 195.
The engine oil must be changed at the intervals stated in the Service schedule or
according to the service interval indicator
Note
If oil comes into contact with your skin, the affected area must be washed thor-
oughly.
, but not above, if
A
» Fig. 155 – there is a risk of damaging
A
197.
» Fig. 153 on page 194.
» page 10.
Inspecting and replenishing
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