Coolant - Skoda 2014 Fabia Owner's Manual

We recommend maintaining the oil level within the range
the engine has been operating at high loads, for example, during a lengthy
motorway trip during the summer months, towing a trailer or negotiating a
high mountain pass.
The warning light in the instrument cluster will indicate whether the oil level is
too low » page 36, Engine oil. Check the oil level using the dipstick as
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soon as possible. Add oil accordingly.
CAUTION
Always check the oil level on vehicles with the 1.2 l/44 kW engine when the
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engine is cold. Otherwise the measuring result is incorrect und oil could be in-
correctly replenished - risk of engine damage!
The oil level must never be above the
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damaging the exhaust system.
Replenishing
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Read and observe and
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Check the oil level » page 142.
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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 speci-
fications » page 141.
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Check the oil level » page 142.
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Carefully screw on the oil filler opening cap and push the dipstick in fully.
Changing
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Read and observe and
The engine oil must be changed according to prescribed service intervals or ac-
cording to the » Service plan service interval display.

Coolant

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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Capacity
Checking the coolant level
Replenishing
, but not above, if
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range » Fig. 128 – there is a risk of
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on page 141 first.
» Fig. 126 on page 140.
on page 141 first.
The coolant consists of water with a concentration of coolant additive. This
mixture guarantees antifreeze protection, protects the cooling/heater system
against corrosion and prevents the formation of scale.
Vehicles exported to countries with a mild climate are already factory-filled
with a coolant which offers antifreeze protection down to about -25 ℃. In
these countries the concentration of coolant additive should be at least 40 %.
Vehicles exported to countries with a cold climate are already factory-filled
with a coolant which offers antifreeze protection down to about -35 °C. In
these countries the concentration of coolant additive should be at least 50 %.
If a higher concentration of antifreeze is required for climatic reasons, the
amount of coolant additive can only be increased up to a maximum of 60 %
(antifreeze protection down to approx. -40 °C).
When refilling, only use the same antifreeze identified on the coolant expan-
sion vessel » Fig. 129 on page 144.
WARNING
The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. While working in
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the engine compartment, be sure to observe the following warn-
ings » page 138.
Do not continue your journey if for some reason it is not possible to top
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up the coolant under the current conditions. Switch off the engine and
seek assistance from a specialist garage.
CAUTION
The amount of coolant additive in the coolant must never be allowed to fall
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below 40 %.
Over 60 % coolant additive in the coolant reduces the antifreeze protection
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and coolant effectiveness.
A coolant additive that does not comply with the correct specifications can
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significantly reduce the corrosion protection.
Any faults resulting from corrosion may cause a loss of coolant and can con-
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sequently result in major engine damage!
Do not fill the coolant above the mark
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We recommend that you visit a specialist garage if a fault causes the engine
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to overheat, otherwise serious engine damage may occur.
Additional headlights and other attached components in front of the air inlet
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impair the cooling efficiency of the coolant.
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Never cover the radiator - there is a risk of the engine overheating.
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» Fig. 129 on page 144.
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Inspecting and replenishing
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