2009 SKODA FABIA cooling

Inspecting and replenishing189
Using the system
Safety
Driving Tips
General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
Technical Data
Cooling systemCoolant
The job of the coolant is to cool the engine.The cooling system does not require any maintenance under normal operating
conditions. The coolant consists of water with a concentration of coolant additive
of 40 %. This mixture not only provides antifreeze protection down to -25°C but
also protects the cooling and heating system from corrosion. It also prevents the
formation of scale and significantly increases the boiling point of the coolant.
You must therefore not reduce the concentration of antifreeze agent in the coolant
by adding water, also not during the summer months or in countries with a warm
climate. The concentration of coolant additive in the coolant must be at least
40%.
You can increase the amount of antifreeze in the coolant if a higher concentration
of antifreeze is necessary for climatic reasons but only up to 60% (antifreeze
protection down to approx. -40°C). The antifreeze protection tails off above that
concentration.
Vehicles exported to countries with a cold climate (e.g. Sweden, Norway, Finland)
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 %.
Coolant
The cooling system is factory-filled with coolant (purple in colour), which complies
with the specification TL-VW 774 G.
We recommend that you use the antifreeze agent G12 PLUS - PLUS (purple in
colour) for topping up the system.
We recommend that you contact your Škoda Service Partner if you have any ques-
tions regarding the coolant or if you wish to fill up with a different coolant.
A specialist garage can also supply you with the correct coolant additives.
Caution
•
Other coolant additives may cause operational problems which, in partic-
ular, involves significantly reducing the anticorrosion effect.
•
Any faults or problems resulting from corrosion may cause a loss of
coolant and, as a consequence of this, result in major engine damage.
Inspecting the coolant levelThe coolant expansion bottle is located in the engine compartment on
the right.
– Switch the engine off.
– Open the bonnet ⇒ in “Working in the engine compartment” on
page 185.
– Check the level of coolant in the coolant expansion bottle ⇒fig. 184.
The coolant level when the engine is cold must lie between the “MIN”
and “MAX” markings. The level may also rise slightly above the
“MAX” marking when the engine is warm.
Fig. 184 Engine compart-
ment: Coolant expansion
bottle
AB
AA
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Inspecting and replenishing 190If the coolant level in the reservoir is too low, this is indicated by the warning light
in the instrument cluster
 ⇒page 29. We nevertheless recommend inspecting
the coolant level directly at the reservoir from time to time.
Loss of coolant
A loss of coolant is first and foremost an indication of a leak in the system. You
should not merely top up the coolant in the reservoir. It is also important to have
the cooling system inspected without delay by a specialist garage.
Losses can only occur through the pressure relief in the cap of the coolant expan-
sion bottle which is completely free of leaks if the coolant boils as a result of over-
heating and is forced out of the cooling system.
WARNING
Read and observe the warning notes ⇒page 185, “Working in the engine
compartment” before working in the engine compartment.
Caution
One should contact a specialist garage as soon as possible if the source of over-
heating itself cannot be determined and removed, since there may be grave
damage to the engine.Replenishing the coolant– Switch the engine off.
– Allow the engine to cool down.
– Place a cloth over the cap of the coolant expansion reservoir
⇒page 189, fig. 184 and unscrew the cap carefully by turning it to the
left ⇒.
– Top up the coolant.
– Screw the cap tight until it is heard to lock.
The coolant which you use for replenishing the system, must comply with one
specific specification ⇒page 189, “Coolant”. Do not use an alternative additive if
the coolant additive G12 PLUS - PLUS is not available in exceptional cases. Just top
up the system with water and as soon as possible arrange adjustment to correct the
mixing ratio of water and coolant additive again by a specialist garage.
Only use fresh coolant for topping up the system.
Do not fill up over the “MAX” marking! Excess coolant which is heated up is forced
out of the cooling system through the pressure relief valve in the cap of the coolant
compensation bottle.
Wait until the engine has cooled down for a system which has suffered a major loss
of coolant before pouring in coolant. This is necessary to avoid engine damage.
WARNING
•
The cooling system is pressurized! Do not open the cap of the coolant
expansion bottle if the engine is still hot - risk of scalding!
•
The coolant additive and thus all of the coolant is harmful to your health.
Avoid contact with the coolant. Coolant vapours are also harmful to the
health. It is important, therefore, to always safely store any coolant additive
in its original container out of the reach of children - risk of poisoning!
•
If any splashes of coolant get into your eyes, rinse out your eyes immedi-
ately with clear water and contact a doctor as soon as possible.
•
You should also consult a doctor without delay if you have inadvertently
swallowed coolant.Caution
Do not continue your journey if for some reason it is not possible under the
conditions prevailing to top up with coolant. witch the engine off and obtain
professional assistance from a specialist garage.
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Wheels and Tyres201
Using the system
Safety
Driving Tips
General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
Technical Data The date of manufacture is also stated on the tyre wall (possibly only on the inside
of wheel).
DOT ... 22 09...
means, for example, that the tyre was manufactured in the 22nd week of the year
2009.
If the spare wheel* differs from the tyres fitted to the vehicle (e.g. winter tyres or
low-profile tyres), the spare wheel* should only be used for a short time in the
event of a puncture and when adopting an appropriately cautious style of driving.
It should be replaced as quickly as possible by a normal wheel.
WARNING
•
Only use those tyres or wheel rims which have been approved for your
model of Škoda Auto vehicle. Failure to observe this instruction will
adversely affect the road safety of your vehicle - risk of accident! Approval
and licencing of your vehicle on public roads may also become void as a
result.
•
You must on no account drive at a higher speed than is permissible for
your tyres - risk of an accident resulting from tyre damage and loss of control
over your vehicle.
•
Tyres which are 6 years old or more should only be fitted in exceptional
cases and when adopting an appropriately cautious style of driving.
•
Never fit tyres which have already been used without having adequate
knowledge of their previous history. Tyres age even if they have not been
used at all or only very little. A spare tyre must only be used in exceptional
cases and only then when adopting an appropriately cautious style of
driving.
•
Do not, where possible, replace individual tyres but at least replace them
on both wheels of a given axle at the same time. Always fit the tyres with the
deeper tread depth to the front wheels.For the sake of the environment
Old tyres must be disposed of in conformity with the appropriate regulations.
Note
It is not normally possible to fit wheels from other models of cars for technical
reasons. This may also apply in certain circumstances to the wheels of the same
type of vehicle.Wheel boltsWheels and wheel bolts are matched to each other in terms of design. Each time
you fit other wheels - e.g. light alloy wheels or wheels with winter tyres - you must
therefore also use the matching wheel bolts of the correct length and shape of
spherical cap. This is essential to ensure that the wheels are tightly fitted and that
the brake system operates properly.
If you retrofit wheel trims (or have this done), please also ensure that an adequate
flow of air remains assured for cooling the brake system.
The specialist garages are informed about the technical possibilities which exist
regarding converting or retrofitting wheels, tyres and wheel trims.
WARNING
•
In case of incorrect treatment of the wheel bolts, the wheel can loosen
when the car is moving - risk of accident!
•
The wheel bolts must be clean and must turn easily. However, they must
never be treated with grease or oil.
•
If the wheel bolts are tightened to a too low tightening torque, the rim
can lossen when the car is moving - risk of accident! A tightening torque
which is too high can damage the bolts and threads and this can result in
permanent deformation of the contact surfaces on the rims.Caution
The prescribed tightening torque of the wheel bolts for steel and light alloy wheels
is 120 Nm.
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Technical Data 232Capacities (in liter)
Weight (in kg)Fuel tank capacity/of which spare
45/7
Reservoir for windscreen washer system/ with headlight cleaning system
2/4,5
Engine oil
a)
a)Oil capacity with oil filter change. Inspect oil level when filling; do not fill up too much. The oil level must be between the markings ⇒page 187, “Check engine oil level”.
2,9
Cooling system of the vehicle
5,5
FA B I A
COMBI
Permissible gross weight
1560
1580
Unloaden weight ready for work
1105
1125
Loading capacity
455
455
Loading capacity when using the TLC
405
405
Permissible front axle load
920
920
Permissible rear axle load
840
840
Permissible trailer load, trailer braked/unbraked
800/500
a)
900/500b)
a)Uphills up to 12%b)Uphills up to 8%
775/450
a)
875/450b)
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Technical Data 234Capacities (in liter)
Weight (in kg)Fuel tank capacity/of which spare
45/7
Reservoir for windscreen washer system/ with headlight cleaning system
2/4,5
Engine oil
a)
a)Oil capacity with oil filter change. Inspect oil level when filling; do not fill up too much. The oil level must be between the markings ⇒page 187.
2,9
Cooling system of the vehicle
5,5
FA B I A
COMBI
Permissible gross weight
1565
1585
Unloaden weight ready for work
1110
1130
Loading capacity
455
455
Loading capacity when using the TLC
405
405
Permissible front axle load
920
920
Permissible rear axle load
840
840
Permissible trailer load, trailer braked/unbraked
(800/500)
a)
(900/500)b)
a)Uphills up to 12%b)Uphills up to 8%
(800/450)
a)
(900/450)b)
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Technical Data 236Capacities (in liter)
Weight (in kg)Fuel tank capacity/of which spare
45/7
Reservoir for windscreen washer system/ with headlight cleaning system
2/4,5
Engine oil
a)
a)Oil capacity with oil filter change. Inspect oil level when filling; do not fill up too much. The oil level must be between the markings ⇒page 187.
3,2
Cooling system of the vehicle
5,5
FA B I A
COMBI
SCOUT
Permissible gross weight
1575
1590
1595
Unloaden weight ready for work
1120
1135
1140
Loading capacity
455
455
455
Loading capacity when using the TLC
405
405
405
Permissible front axle load
920
920
920
Permissible rear axle load
840
840
840
Permissible trailer load, trailer braked/unbraked
(1000/500)
a)
(1200/500)
b)
a)Uphills up to 12%b)Uphills up to 8%
(1000/450)
a)
(1200/450)
b)
(1000/450)
a)
(1200/450)
b)
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Technical Data 238Capacities (in liter)
Weight (in kg)Fuel tank capacity/of which spare
45/7
Reservoir for windscreen washer system/ with headlight cleaning system
2/4,5
Engine oil
a)
a)Oil capacity with oil filter change. Inspect oil level when filling; do not fill up too much. The oil level must be between the markings ⇒page 187.
3,6
Cooling system of the vehicle
5,5
FA B I A
COMBI
SCOUT
M5
AG6
M5
AG6
M5
AG6
Permissible gross weight
1585
1630
1605
1650
1610
1655
Unloaden weight ready for work
1130
1175
1150
1195
1155
1200
Loading capacity
455
455
455
455
455
455
Loading capacity when using the TLC
405
405
405
405
405
405
Permissible front axle load
920
920
920
920
920
920
Permissible rear axle load
840
840
840
840
840
840
Permissible trailer load, trailer braked/unbraked
(1000/500)
a)
(1200/500)
b)
a)Uphills up to 12%b)Uphills up to 8%
(1000/500)
a)
(1200/500)
b)
(1000/450)
a)
(1200/450)
b)
(1000/450)
a)
(1200/450)
b)
(1000/450)
a)
(1200/450)
b)
(1000/450)
a)
(1200/450)
b)
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Technical Data 240Capacities (in liter)
Weight (in kg)Fuel tank capacity/of which spare
45/7
Reservoir for windscreen washer system/ with headlight cleaning system
2/4,5
Engine oil
a)
a)Oil capacity with oil filter change. Inspect oil level when filling; do not fill up too much. The oil level must be between the markings ⇒page 187.
3,8
Cooling system of the vehicle
6,2
FA B I A
COMBI
Permissible gross weight
1640
1660
Unloaden weight ready for work
1185
1205
Loading capacity
455
455
Loading capacity when using the TLC
405
405
Permissible front axle load
920
920
Permissible rear axle load
840
840
Permissible trailer load, trailer braked/unbraked
(900/500)
a)
(1100/500)b)
a)Uphills up to 12%b)Uphills up to 8%
(900/450)
a)
(1100/450)b)
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