2013 SKODA CITIGO oil change

›Confirm the speed limit that was set by pressing button B again, or wait ap-
prox. 5 seconds until the setting is saved automatically (the value stops flash- ing).
Change or delete speed limit›
With button
A
» Fig. 7 on page 14 choose the menu point  Warning against
excessive speeds.
›
Pressing button
B
deletes the speed limit.
›
Pressing the button
B
activates the ability to change the speed limit.
If the set speed limit is exceeded, an audible signal will sound as a warning. At
the same time the message  (warning against excessive speed) appears on the
display with the set limit value.
The set driving mode remains stored even after switching the ignition on and off.
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Warning lights
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
 Handbrake
16
 Braking system
16
 Seat belt warning light
17
 Generator
17
 Engine oil
17

Coolant
18

 Power steering
18

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
18
 Traction Control System (TC)
19

Antilock brake system (ABS)
19
 The rear fog light
19
 Exhaust inspection system
19
 EPC fault light
19
 Airbag system
20



 Automated transmission
20


Turn signal system
20
 Cruise control system
21
 Main beam
21/ Safety belt (belt status display) - rear seat21 City Safe Drive21
 START STOP
21
The warning lights show certain functions/faults and may be accompanied by
audible signals.
WARNING■ If illuminated warning lights and the corresponding descriptions and warn-
ing notes are not observed, this may result in severe injuries or major vehicle
damage.■
The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. There is a risk of
injuries, scalding, accidents and fire when working in the engine compart-
ment, e.g. inspecting and replenishing oil and other fluids. It is essential to ob-
serve safety notes » page 127, Engine compartment .
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 Handbrake
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 16.
The warning light 
comes on if the handbrake is applied. An audible warning is
also given if you drive the vehicle for at least 3 seconds at a speed of more than
6 km/h.
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Braking system
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 16.
The warning light 
illuminates if the brake fluid level is too low or there is a
fault in the ABS.
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the level of the brake flu-
id » page 133 .
Further information » page 68. 
16Using the system

WARNING (Continued)■The slot of the belt tongue must not be blocked, otherwise the belt tongue
will not lock in place properly.■
Many layers of clothing and loose clothing (e. g. a winter coat over a jacket)
do not allow you to be correctly seated and impairs proper operation of the
seat belts.
■
It is prohibited to use clamps or other objects to adjust seat belts (e. g. for
shortening the belts for smaller persons).
■
The seat belts for the rear seats can only fulfil their function reliably when
the seat backrests are correctly locked into position » page 45, Folding the
rear seats forward .
WARNINGObserve the following instructions for proper maintenance of the seat belts.■The belt webbing must always be kept clean. Soiled belt webbing may im-
pair proper operation of the inertia reel » page 121, Seat belts .■
The seat belts must not be removed or changed in any way. Do not attempt
to repair the seat belts yourself.
■
Check the condition of all the seat belts on a regular basis. If any damage to
the seat belts, seat belt connections, inertia reel or the lock is detected, the
relevant seat belt must be replaced by a specialist garage.
■
Damaged seat belts which have been subjected to stress in an accident and
were therefore stretched, must be replaced – this is best done by a specialist
garage. The anchorage points of the belts must also be inspected. The an-
chorage points for the belts should also be checked.
Note
The national legal requirements must be observed when using seat belts.
The physical principle of a frontal collisionFig. 87
Driver without a fastened seat belt/rear passenger without a fas-
tened seat belt
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 94.
As soon as the vehicle is moving, so-called kinetic energy (the energy of motion)
is produced both in terms of the car as well as in terms of the occupants.
The magnitude of this kinetic energy depends essentially on the speed at which
the vehicle is travelling and on the weight of the vehicle including the occupants.
The greater the speed and weight increase, the greater the amount of energy
which has to be absorbed in the event of an accident.
The speed of the vehicle is the most important factor. Doubling the speed of the
vehicle from 25 km/h up to 50 km/hour increases the kinetic energy four times.
The idea that it is possible to support your body with your hands in a minor acci-dent is incorrect. Even in a collision at only a low speed, the forces acting on the
body are such that it is no longer possible to support your body.
Even if you only drive at a speed of 30-50 km/h, the forces that your body is ex-
posed to in the event of an accident can exceed a metric ton (1000 kg).
For example, a person's weight of 80 kg “increases” to 4.8 tons (4800 kg) at
50 km/h.
In the event of a frontal collision, occupants of the car not wearing a seat belt, are thrown forward and strike in an uncontrolled way parts of the interior of the car,
such as steering wheel, dash panel or windscreen » Fig. 87 – 
. In certain circum-
stances you could even be thrown out of the vehicle, which could cause life threatening or even fatal injuries. 
95Seat belts

In order to be able to operate a vehicle with a variable service interval, it must
only be filled and topped up with the specified engine oil.
If this engine oil is not available, the oil change is subject to a fixed service inter-val. In this case, the vehicle must be changed to the fixed service interval.
Note
■
The corresponding motor oil specifications » page 130.■A changeover from the variable service interval to the fixed service interval, or
from the fixed service interval to the variable service interval, can be carried out
by a specialist garage.
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Fixed service intervals QI1 - QI4
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 108.
InspectionQI1 - QI4First inspection after 2 years or 30,000 km a)
, fol-
lowed by one every year or 30,000 km a)
.After 1 year or 15,000 km a)b)
Oil change service
QI1After 5,000 km or 1 yeara)
.QI2After 7,500 km or 1 year a)
.QI3After 10,000 km or 1 year a)
.QI4After 15,000 km or 1 year a)
.Brake fluid
changeQI1 - QI4First change after 3 years, then every 2 years.a)
(Whichever comes first).
b)
Applies to Russia
WARNINGThe brake fluid must always be changed after the first 3 years and then every
2 years. When the brake fluid becomes too old, vapour bubbles may form in
the brake system when the brakes are used hard. The efficiency of the brakes is then seriously affected – risk of accident!NoteFor diesel operation with a high sulphur content, the interval of engine oil change
will be every 7,500 km. Please ask your specialist garage for information on the
countries where diesel fuel has a high sulphur content.
Variable service interval QI6
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 108.
The service intervals depend on how the vehicle is driven and the local conditions
in which the vehicle is used. For example, your vehicle is subjected to different
loads when driven over short distances than long distances. The service intervals
are also variable.
InspectionFirst inspection after 2 years or 30,000 km a)
, followed by
one every year or 30,000 km a)
.Oil change serviceAccording to the service interval display (at the latest after 2
years or 30,000 km a)
).Brake fluid
changeFirst change after 3 years, then every 2 years.a)
(Whichever comes first).
WARNINGThe brake fluid must always be changed after the first 3 years and then every
2 years. When the brake fluid becomes too old, vapour bubbles may form in
the brake system when the brakes are used hard. The efficiency of the brakes is then seriously affected – risk of accident!
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Information about the ŠKODA service
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 108.
There is an extensive servicing network made up of ŠKODA service partners at
your disposal, for the maintenance of your vehicle. 
109Vehicle care

Under exceptional circumstances, methylated spirits can also be used if no screen
cleaner with antifreeze is available. The concentration of methylated spirits must
not be more than 15 %. The freeze protection at this concentration is sufficient
only to -5 °C.
CAUTION
■ Under no circumstances must radiator antifreeze or other additives be added to
the windscreen washer fluid.■
Do not remove the filter from the windscreen washer fluid reservoir when refill-
ing, as this may cause contamination of the liquid transportation system, leading
in turn to a windscreen washer system malfunction.
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Engine oil
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Specifications and capacity
130
Checking the oil level
131
Replenishing
131
Changing
131
The engine has been factory-filled with a high-grade oil that can be use through-
out the year - except in extreme climate zones.
The engine oils are undergoing continuous further development. Thus the infor-
mation stated in this Owner's Manual is only correct at the time of publication.
ŠKODA Service Partners are informed about the latest changes by the manufac-
turer. We therefore recommend that the oil change be completed by a ŠKODA
Service Partner.
The specifications (VW standards) stated in the following can be indicated sepa-
rately or together with other specifications on the bottle.
The oil capacities include oil filter change. Check the oil level when filling; do not
over fill. The oil level must be between the markings » page 131.
WARNING■
The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. The following
warning instructions must be followed at all times when working in the en-
gine compartment » page 127.■
Do not continue your journey if for some reason it is not possible  to top
up the engine oil under the prevailing conditions! Switch off the engine and
seek assistance from a specialist garage.
■
If the oil level is above level
A
» Fig. 107 on page 131,  do not continue to
drive! Switch off the engine and seek assistance from a specialist garage.
CAUTION
Do not pour any additives into the engine oil – risk of serious damage to the en-
gine parts!
Note
■ Before a long drive we recommend that you purchase and carry with you engine
oil which complies with the specification for your vehicle.■
We recommend that you use oils from ŠKODA Original Accessories.
■
If your skin has come into contact with oil, it must be washed thoroughly.
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Specifications and capacity
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 130.
Specifications and capacity (in l)
EngineSpecificationFilling level1.0 l/44 kWVW 502 00, VW 504 00 a)3.41.0 l/55 kWVW 502 00, VW 504 00a)3.41.0 l/50 kW - CNGVW 502 003.4a)
Optional engine oil specifications.
Note
■
Before a long drive we recommend that you purchase and carry with you engine
oil which complies with the specification for your vehicle.■
We recommend that you use oils from ŠKODA Original Accessories.
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130General Maintenance

Checking the oil levelFig. 107
Dipstick
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 130.
The dipstick indicates the level of oil in the engine » Fig. 107.
Checking the oil level
Ensure that the vehicle is positioned on a level surface and the engine has reached its operating temperature.
›
Switch off the engine.
Wait a few minutes until the engine oil flows back into the oil trough.
›
Open the bonnet.
›
Pull out the dipstick.
›
Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth and insert it again to the stop.
›
Pull the dipstick out again and check the oil level.
Oil level within range
A
No oil must be refilled.
Oil level within range
B
Oil can be refilled. Afterwards, the oil level can lie in the range
A
.
Oil level within range
C
The engine must be topped up with oil so that the oil level at least reaches the
range
B
.
The engine consumes a little oil. The oil consumption may be as much as 0.5 l/
1 000 km depending on your style of driving and the conditions under which you
operate your vehicle. Consumption may be slightly higher than this during the
first 5 000 kilometres.
The oil level must be checked at regular intervals. We recommend after each time
you refuel or prior to making a long journey.
We recommend maintaining the oil level within the range A
, but not above , if
the engine has been operating at high loads, for example, during a lengthy motor-
way trip during the summer months, towing a trailer or negotiating a high moun- tain pass.
The warning light in the instrument cluster will indicate whether the oil level is too low » page 17 ,  Engine oil . Check the oil level using the dipstick as soon as
possible. Add oil accordingly.
CAUTION
The oil level must not exceed the range A » Fig. 107 – there is a risk of damaging
the exhaust system!
Replenishing
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 130.
›
Check the oil level » page 131.
›
Unscrew the cap of the engine oil filler opening » Fig. 105 on page 129.
›
Replenish the oil in portions of 0.5 litres in accordance with the correct specifi-
cations » page 130 .
›
Check the oil level » page 131.
›
Carefully screw on the oil filler opening cap and push the dipstick in fully.
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Changing
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 130.
The engine oil must be changed according to prescribed service inter-
vals » page 108 or according to service interval display » page 12 .
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131Inspecting and replenishing