Skoda Citigo Owner's Manual page 62

WARNING (Continued)
Please note that the handbrake must be fully released. A handbrake which
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is only partially released can result in the rear brakes overheating, which can
have a negative effect on the operation of the brake system - risk of accident!
Never leave children unattended in the vehicle. The children might, for ex-
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ample, release the handbrake or take the vehicle out of gear. The vehicle
might then move off - risk of accident!
A lack of fuel can cause irregular engine running or cause the engine to shut
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down. The brake assist systems would then be without function - risk of acci-
dent!
Adjust the speed and driving style to the current visibility, weather, road and
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traffic conditions. The increased safety offered by the brake assist systems
must not tempt you to take greater risks than otherwise - risk of an accident!
The normal braking system is still fully functional if there is an ABS fault.
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Visit a specialist garage immediately and adjust your style of driving according
to the damage to the ABS as you will not know how great the damage is and
the limitation it is placing on the braking efficiency.
CAUTION
Observe the information on the new brake pads
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Never let the brakes slip with light pressure on the pedal if braking is not neces-
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sary. This causes the brakes to overheat and can also result in a longer braking
distance and excessive wear.
All four wheels must be fitted with the same tyres approved by the manufactur-
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er to ensure the brake assist systems operate correctly.
Note
If the brakes are applied in full and the control unit for the braking system con-
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siders the situation to be dangerous for the following traffic, the brake light
flashes automatically. After the speed was reduced below around 10 km/h or the
vehicle was stopped, the brake light stops flashing and the hazard warning light
system switches on. The hazard warning light system is switched off automatical-
ly after accelerating or driving off again.
Before negotiating a steep downhill section, reduce the speed, shift down into
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the next lower gear (manual gearbox) or select a lower drive position (automatic
gearbox). As a result, the braking effect of the engine will be used, reducing the
load on the brakes. Any additional braking should be completed intermittently,
not continuously.
» page 94.
Changes to the vehicle (e.g. to the engine, brakes, chassis or another combina-
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tion of tyres and wheels) can influence the functionality of the brake assist sys-
tems » page 125, Accessories, changes and replacement of parts.
If a fault occurs in the ABS system, the ESC, TCS and EDL also do not work. A
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warning light comes on if a fault occurs in the ABS system
Information for braking
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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 60.
Wear-and-tear
The wear of the brake pads is dependent on the operating conditions and driving
style. The brake pads wear more quickly if a lot of journeys are completed in
towns and over short distances or if a very sporty style of driving is adopted. If
operated under severe conditions, the thickness of the brake pads must be
checked by a specialist garage before the next service appointment.
Wet roads or road salt
The performance of the brakes can be delayed as the brake discs and brake pads
may be moist or have a coating of ice or layer of salt on them in winter. The
brakes are cleaned and dried by applying the brakes several times.
Corrosion
Corrosion on the brake discs and dirt on the bake pads occur if the vehicle has
been parked for a long period and if you do not make much use of the braking
system. If the brake system is not used much or if there is corrosion on the sur-
face, we recommend cleaning the brake discs by firmly applying the brakes from a
high speed.
Faults in the brake surface
If it is found that the braking distance has suddenly become longer and that the
brake pedal can be depressed further, the brake system may be faulty. Visit a
specialist garage immediately and adjust your style of driving appropriately as you
will not know how great the damage is.
Low brake fluid level
An insufficient level of brake fluid may result in problems in the brake system. The
level of the brake fluid is monitored electronically
Brake booster
The brake booster increases the pressure generated with the brake pedal. The
brake booster only operates when the engine is running.
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