Engine Compartment - Skoda Citigo Owner's Manual

Engine compartment

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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Opening and closing the bonnet
Engine compartment overview
Checking the engine oil level
Replenishing the engine oil
Changing engine oil
Coolant
Checking the coolant level
Replenishing the coolant
Radiator fan
Checking the brake fluid
Changing the brake fluid
Windshield washer system
There is a risk of injuries, scalding, accidents and fire when working in the en-
gine compartment, e.g. inspecting and replenishing oil and other fluids. For this
reason, it is essential to comply with the warning instructions stated below and
with the general applicable rules of safety. The vehicle's engine compartment is
a hazardous area.
WARNING
Never open the bonnet if you can see steam or coolant flowing out of the
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engine compartment - risk of scalding! Wait until the steam or coolant has
stopped escaping.
For safety reasons, the bonnet must always be properly closed when driving.
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This is why after closing the bonnet, the lock must always be checked to en-
sure it has engaged properly.
If you notice that the lock is not properly engaged while driving, stop the ve-
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hicle immediately and close the bonnet - risk of an accident!
Turn off the engine and withdraw the ignition key.
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If the vehicle is fitted with a manual gearbox, move the gearshift lever into
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Neutral, or if the vehicle is fitted with an automatic gearbox, move the selec-
tor lever into position N.
WARNING (Continued)
Firmly apply the handbrake.
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Allow the engine to cool.
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Keep children clear of the engine compartment.
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Do not touch any hot engine parts - risk of burns!
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Never spill fluids on the hot engine. Such fluids (e.g. the antifreeze con-
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tained in the coolant) may ignite!
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Avoid short circuits in the electrical system - particularly on the vehicle's
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battery.
Never touch the radiator fan while the engine is still warm. The fan might
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suddenly start running!
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Never open the end cover of the coolant expansion reservoir while the en-
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gine is still warm. The cooling system is pressurized!
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When opening the end cover of the coolant expansion reservoir, cover it
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with a cloth to protect your face, hands and arms from hot steam or hot cool-
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ant.
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Do not leave any items such as cloths or tools in the engine compartment.
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If you wish to work under the vehicle, you must secure the vehicle from roll-
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sufficient for this - risk of injury!
If any inspection work has to be carried out when the engine is running,
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there is an additional risk from rotating parts (e.g. V-belt, alternator, radiator
fan) and the high-voltage ignition system. The following must also be ob-
served.
Never touch the electric wiring on the ignition system.
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Always make sure that no jewellery, loose clothing or long hair can get
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caught in rotating engine parts - hazard! Always remove any jewellery, tie
back long hair and wear tight fitting clothing before completing any work.
Additionally, the following warning instructions must be observed if work
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has to be carried out on the fuel or electrical system.
Always disconnect the vehicle battery from the electrical system.
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Do not smoke.
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Never work near open flames.
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Always have a functioning fire extinguisher nearby.
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CAUTION
Always top up using the correct specification of fluids. This may result in major
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operating problems and also vehicle damage!
Never open the bonnet using the locking lever - danger of causing damage.
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Inspecting and replenishing
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