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The brake fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment
page 172.
WARNING
The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. The following
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warning instructions must be followed at all times when working in the en-
gine compartment
» page
165.
Do not use used brake fluid - the function of the brake system may be im-
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paired - risk of accident!
CAUTION
Do not continue your journey if the fluid level has dropped below the "MIN"
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marking
» Fig. 162
on page 172,
an accident! Seek help from a specialist garage.
Brake fluid damages the paintwork of the vehicle.
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Note
The brake fluid is changed as part of a compulsory inspection service.
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We recommend using oils from the ŠKODA Original Accessories range.
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Checking the brake fluid level
Read and observe
and
The fluid can be checked if the following conditions are met.
The vehicle is standing on a horizontal surface.
The engine is turned off.
The bonnet is open.
Checking the level
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Check the level of brake fluid in the reservoir
172
General Maintenance
» Fig. 162
do not continue driving - there is a risk of
Fig. 162
Brake fluid reservoir
on page 172 first.
» Fig.
162.
on
The level must be between the "MIN" and "MAX" markings.
A slight drop in the fluid level results when driving due to normal wear-and-
tear and automatic adjustment of the brake pads.
There may be an indication of a leak in the brake system, however, if the fluid
level drops significantly within a short time or if it drops below the "MIN" mark-
ing.
Too low brake fluid level is indicated by the warning light
the display of the instrument cluster as well as the corresponding message
» page
35,
Brake system.
Specification
Read and observe
The brake fluid must comply with the following standards or specifications:
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VW 50114;
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FMVSS 116 DOT4.
Vehicle battery
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
The vehicle battery represents a power source for the motor to start and for
the supply of electrical consumers in the car.
Warning symbols on the vehicle battery
Symbol
Always wear eye protection.
Battery acid is severely caustic. Always wear gloves and eye pro-
tection.
and
on page 172 first.
Meaning
being shown on
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