Engine Compartment - Skoda Roomster Owner's Manual

CAUTION
The vehicle cannot be operated with biofuel RME, therefore this fuel must
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not be filled in the tank and used for driving the vehicle. The use of biofuel
RME can cause considerable damage to parts of the engine or fuel system.
Do not mix any fuel additives, so-called "flow improvers" (petrol and similar
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agents), into the diesel. This can result in considerable damage to parts of the
engine or the exhaust system!

Engine compartment

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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Opening and closing the bonnet
Engine compartment overview
Radiator fan
Windscreen washer system
WARNING
Injuries or scolding or risks of accident or fire may occur when working in
the engine compartment. For this reason, it is essential to comply with the
warning instructions outlined below and with the general applicable safety
rules. The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area!
WARNING
Instructions before beginning work in the engine compartment
Turn off the engine and withdraw the ignition key.
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Firmly apply the handbrake.
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If the vehicle is fitted with a manual gearbox, move the gearshift lever in-
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to Neutral, or if the vehicle is fitted with an automatic gearbox, move the
selector lever into position P.
Allow the engine to cool.
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Never open the bonnet if you can see steam or coolant escaping from the
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engine compartment – risk of scalding! Wait until no more steam or coolant
is escaping.
WARNING
Information for working in the engine compartment
Keep all people, especially children, away from the engine compartment.
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Never touch the radiator fan while the engine is still warm. The fan might
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suddenly start running!
Do not touch any hot engine parts – risk of burns!
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The coolant is harmful to health.
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Avoid contact with the coolant.
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Coolant vapours are harmful to health.
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Never open the end cover of the coolant expansion reservoir while the
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engine is still warm. The cooling system is pressurized!
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
coolant.
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If any coolant splashes into your eyes, immediately rinse out your eyes
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with clear water and contact a doctor as soon as possible.
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Always keep the coolant in the original container, safe from people who
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are not completely independent, especially children - there is a danger of
poisoning!
Consult a doctor immediately if coolant is swallowed.
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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!
WARNING
Information for working in the engine compartment with the engine run-
ning
Pay particular attention to rotating engine parts (e.g. V-ribbed belt, gen-
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erator, radiator fan) and the high-voltage ignition system – risk to life!
Never touch the electric wiring on the ignition system.
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Avoid short circuits in the electrical system - particularly on the vehicle's
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battery.
Always make sure that no jewellery, loose clothing or long hair can get
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caught in rotating engine parts – risk to life! Always remove any jewellery,
tie back long hair and wear tight fitting clothing before completing any
work.
WARNING
Information for working on the fuel system or the electrical system
Always disconnect the vehicle battery from the electrical system.
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Inspecting and replenishing
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