The coolant additive content in the coolant must be at least 40%.
The coolant additive may be increased to a maximum of 60%.
The correct mixing ratio of water and coolant additive is to be checked if nec- essary by a specialist garage or is to be restored if necessary.
The description of the coolant is shown in the coolant expansion reser-
voir » Fig. 162 on page 185 .WARNINGThe 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 180.■
The coolant is harmful to health.
■
Avoid contact with the coolant.
■
Coolant vapours are harmful to health.
■
Never open the end cover of the coolant expansion reservoir while the
engine is still warm. The cooling system is pressurized!
■
When opening the end cover of the coolant expansion reservoir, cover it
with a cloth to protect your face, hands and arms from hot steam or hot
coolant.
■
If any coolant splashes into your eyes, immediately rinse out your eyes
with clear water and contact a doctor as soon as possible.
■
Always keep the coolant in the original container, safe from people who
are not completely independent, especially children - there is a danger of
poisoning!
■
If coolant is swallowed, consult a doctor immediately.
■
Never spill operating fluids over the hot engine - risk of fire.
CAUTION
■ Do not continue if for some reason it is not possible to fill with coolant un-
der the current circumstances! Switch off the engine and seek assistance from
a specialist garage.■
If the expansion tank is empty, do not top up with coolant. The system could
fill with air - risk of engine damage,
stop driving! Switch off the engine and
seek assistance from a specialist garage.
■
The concentration of coolant additive in the coolant must never be under
40%.
■
Over 60% of coolant additive in the coolant reduces the antifreeze protec-
tion and cooling effect.
■
A coolant additive that does not comply with the correct specification can
significantly reduce the corrosion protection of the cooling system.
■ Any faults resulting from corrosion may cause a loss of coolant and can con-
sequently result in major engine damage!■
Do not fill the coolant above the mark
A
» Fig. 162 on page 185 .
■
If an error occurs, leading to the engine overheating, the help of a professio-
nal garage is to be sought - there is a risk of serious engine damage occurring.
■
Additional headlights and other attached components in front of the air inlet
impair the cooling efficiency of the coolant.
■
Never cover the radiator - there is a risk of the engine overheating.
Note
The coolant capacity is approximately 1 l greater on vehicles that are fitted
with an auxiliary heater (auxiliary heating and ventilation).
Checking the coolant level
Fig. 162
Coolant expansion reservoir
Read and observe and on page 185 first.
The coolant expansion bottle is located in the engine compartment.
Coolant expansion reservoir » Fig. 162
Mark for the maximum permissible coolant level
Mark for the lowest permissible coolant level
The coolant level should be kept between the marks
A
and
B
.
The coolant can be checked and topped up, if the following conditions are sat-
isfied.
The vehicle is standing on a horizontal surface.
The engine is turned off.
The engine is not heated.
The bonnet is open.
AB185Inspecting and replenishing
Checking the level›Check the coolant level in the coolant expansion tank » Fig. 162.
If the engine is warm, the test result may be inaccurate. The level can also be
above the mark A
» Fig. 162 .
In case of low coolant level, the indicator symbol
is displayed in the instru-
ment cluster along with the relevant message » page 36. We still 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 cooling sys-
tem. Do not merely top up the coolant. Have the cooling system checked by a
specialist garage.
Replenishing
Read and observe
and on page 185 first.
The coolant expansion tank must always contain a small amount of cool-
ant » page 185, in section Introduction .
›
Place a cloth over the cap of the coolant expansion tank and unscrew the
cap carefully .
›
Replenish the coolant.
›
Turn the cap until it clicks into place.
CAUTION
■
Only top up with new coolant.■Do not use an alternative additive if the specified coolant is not available. In
this case, use just water and have the correct mixing ratio of water and cool-
ant additive restored by a specialist garage as soon as possible.
Brake fluid
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Checking the brake fluid level
186
Specification
187
The brake fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment » Fig. 163 on
page 186 .
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 180.■
Do not use used brake fluid - the function of the brake system may be im-
paired – risk of accident!
CAUTION
■ Do not continue your journey if the fluid level has dropped below the “MIN”
marking » Fig. 163 on page 186 , do not continue driving - there is a risk of
an accident! Seek help from a specialist garage.■
Brake fluid damages the paintwork of the vehicle.
Note
■ The brake fluid is changed as part of a compulsory inspection service.■We recommend using oils from the ŠKODA Original Accessories range.
Checking the brake fluid level
Fig. 163
Brake fluid reservoir
Read and observe and on page 186 first.
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
›
Check the level of brake fluid in the reservoir » Fig. 163.
The level must be between the “MIN” and “MAX” markings.
186General Maintenance
No.Consumer21Lambda probe22Clutch pedal switch, brake pedal switch
23
Coolant pump
Solenoid valve for charge pressure control, change-over valve for
cooler
High-pressure fuel pump24Active charcoal filter, exhaust gas recirculation valve, radiator fan25ABS control unit26Vehicle voltage control unit, left headlight, left tail light27Glow plug system28Windscreen heater29Power to the internal fuse carrier30Terminal X a)a)
In order not to drain the battery unnecessarily when starting the engine, the electrical components of
this terminal are automatically switched off.
Replacing bulbs
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Bulb arrangement in the headlights
218
Change bulb for low beam and high beam
218
Remove the protective grille for fog lights
218
Remove the protective grille for fog lights - sensor plug for parking
assistance
219
Replacing the bulb for the fog lights
219
Replacing the bulb for the licence plate light
220
Rear Light
220
Replacing bulbs in rear light
221
Some manual skills are required to change a bulb. For this reason, we recom-
mend having bulbs replaced by a specialist garage or seeking other expert help
in the event of any uncertainties.
› Switch off the ignition and all of the lights before replacing a bulb.
› Faulty bulbs must only be replaced with the same type of bulbs. The designa-
tion is located on the light socket or the glass bulb.
› A stowage compartment for replacement bulbs is located in a box under the
floor covering in the luggage compartment.WARNING■ Always read and observe the warnings before completing any work in the
engine compartment » page 180.■
Accidents can be caused if the road in front of the vehicle is not suffi-
ciently illuminated and the vehicle cannot or can only be seen with difficul-
ty by other road users.
■
Bulbs H7 and H4 are pressurised and may burst when changed - there is a
risk of injury. We therefore recommended wearing gloves and safety
glasses when changing a bulb.
■
Gas discharge bulbs (xenon bulbs) operate with a high voltage, professio-
nal knowledge is required – risk of death!
■
Switch off the respective vehicle light when changing the bulb.
CAUTION
Do not take hold of the glass bulb with naked fingers (even the smallest
amount of dirt reduces the working life of the light bulb). Use a clean cloth,
napkin, or similar.
Note
■ This Owner's Manual only describes the replacement of bulbs where it is pos-
sible to replace the bulbs on your own without any complications arising. Other
bulbs must be replaced by a specialist garage.■
We recommend that a box of replacement bulbs always be carried in the ve-
hicle. Replacement bulbs can be purchased from ŠKODAOriginal Accessories.
■
We recommend having the headlight settings checked by a specialist garage
after replacing a bulb in the main beam, low beam or fog lights.
■
In case of failure of a xenon gas discharge lamp or an LED diode, visit a spe-
cialist garage.
217Fuses and light bulbs
Ball rodinstalling161
removing162
Bar with sliding hook98
Battery In the remote control key
210
Belts12
Belt tensioners15
Bonnet Closing
181
Opening181
Boot Class N1 vehicles
102
See Boot lid57
Boot lid automatic locking
58
Closing57
Opening57
Warning light36
Brake information messages
35
warning light35
Brake booster136
brake fluid specification
187
Brake fluid186
Checking186
information messages35
Brake pedal (automatic gearbox) warning light
41
brakes Driving in
140
Brakes Brake booster
136
Brake fluid186
Braking and stabilisation systems142
Handbrake136
Brakes and parking135
Braking Information on braking
135
Break recommendationSee Fatigue detection157
C
Camera Lens care
173
Camera lens care
173
Car care Jack
173
Car computer See multifunction display
44
Care and maintenance166
Car park ticket holder86
Carrier Roof rack
103
Cavity protection173
CD changer128
Central locking51
Problems55
Central locking button54
Change bulb for high beam
218
bulb for low beam218
engine oil183
light bulb in tail light220
Change engine oil
183
Changing Wheels
200
Changing a wheel Follow-up tasks
201
Preparation200
Removing and refitting a wheel201
Charging a vehicle battery189
Check Fit ball head properly
161
CheckingBattery electrolyte level188
Brake fluid186
Coolant185
Engine oil184
Oil level184
Windscreen washer fluid182
Checks Statutory checks
166
Children and safety23
Child safety Side airbag
25
Child safety lock55
Child safety seat Use of child safety seats
25
Child seat Classification
25
ISOFIX26
on the front passenger seat24
TOP TETHER27
Use of ISOFIX child seats26
Chrome parts see vehicle care
172
Cigarette lighter89
cleaning chrome parts
172
Cleaning Alcantara
175
and maintaining belts176
artificial leather175
headlight glasses172
materials175
natural leather175
plastic parts171
seats covers of the electrically heated seats176
wheels173
Cleaning safety belt
176
Cleaning seat covers
176
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Cleaning the interiorartificial leather175
Seat covers176
Cleaning the outside of the vehicle Decorative films
172
Cleaning the vehicle exterior Camera lens
173
Cavity protection173
Door locking cylinder173
Headlight glasses172
Towing hitch174
Under-body protection174
wheels173
Cleaning vehicle169
Cleaning vehicle exterior170
Plastic parts171
Rubber seals171
Vehicle paint work171
Wiper blades174
Clean interior Safety belt
176
clean outside of vehicle chrome parts
172
Climatronic air distribution control
106
Operarting elements108
Clothes hook94
Cockpit 12-Volt power outlet
90
Ashtray89
Cigarette lighter89
General view29
Lighting70
storage compartments86
useful equipment86
Comfort control window
60
COMING HOME68
compartments86
Components of the puncture repair kits204
Computer See multifunction display44
Convenience operation sliding / tilting roof
63
convenience turn signal66
Coolant184
Checking185
Replenishing186
Temperature gauge31
Warning light36
Warning messages36
Cooling system cost-effective use
109
malfunctions109
CORNER See Fog lights with CORNER function
67
Cornering light Display messages
39
Correct seated position9
Driver9
Front passenger10
Rear seats11
Correct seating position Instructions
11
Counter for distance driven33
cruise control operation
154
operation description154
Cruise control system Warning light
41
Cruise Control System154
Cup holders88
D
DAY LIGHT see Daylight running lights
65
Daylight running lights65
De-icing windows
172
De-icing the windscreen and rear window71
Deactivating an airbag21
Decorative films172
Delayed locking of the boot lid see boot lid
58
Diesel refer to Fuel
179
diesel - particulate filter
39
Diesel fuel Operation in winter
179
Diesel particulate filter warning light
39
Digital Clock Time
33
Dipstick184
Disconnecting and reconnecting vehicle battery
190
Display32
Coolant temperature31
Fuel supply32
Gear changes43
Service intervals49
Display a low temperature43
Display of the second speed33
Disposal Acceptance and recycling of used vehicles
169
Distance driven33
Door Child safety lock
55
Closing52
Emergency locking211
Emergency locking the driver's door211
Opening52
warning light door open36
Door open warning light
36
Driver Steering Recommendation (DSR)144
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Rear fog light67
Warning light38
Rear head restraints in the centre
83
Rear mirror74
Interior mirror75
rear seats in the longitudinal direction
83
Rear seats83
fold down seat back83
Fold down seat fully84
Removing seats84
Setting outer seat in the transverse direction85
Rear view camera149
Rear window - heater71
Refuelling177
Fuel177
Remote control Locking
52
Replacing the battery210
Synchronisation process210
Unlocking52
Remote control key Replacing the battery
210
Removable light Removing light
101
replace batteries of the lights211
Removable through-loading bag95
Removing the variable loading floor
102
Repairs and technical alterations166
Replace the battery in the auxiliary heating (auxiliaryheating) in the remote control
210
replace - batteries of the lights211
Replacing bulb for fog lights
219
Bulb for the licence plate light220
Bulb in rear light221
Bulbs217
Fuses214
Fuses in the dash panel214
Fuses in the engine compartment216
Vehicle battery190
windscreen wiper blades212
Replacing windscreen wiper blades212
Replenishing Coolant
186
Engine oil184
Windscreen washer fluid182
Reversing camera Lens care
173
Revolutions counter31
Roof Load
104
Roof rack103
Roof load104
Rubber seals171
Running in and economical driving140
S
SAFE See Safe securing system
54
SAFELOCK See Safe securing system
54
Safe securing system54
Safety8
Child safety23
Child safety seats23
Correct seated position9
Head restraints82
ISOFIX26
TOP TETHER27
Safety belts rear middle seat
15
Save electrical energy140
Save fuel140
Seals Vehicle care
171
SeatFront seat adjustment77
Seat belt warning light
35
Seat belts12
Belt tensioners15
fastening and unfastening14
Height adjustment15
Seatbelts Inertia reels
15
Seat belts The physical principle of a head-on collision
13
Seat functions80
Seats Folding front passenger seat
81
Front armrest81
Head restraints82
Heating80
Memory Function of the electrically adjustable seat
79
Storing in memory of remote control key79
Seats and head restraint77
Securing the variable load floor in the raised position
102
Selector lever Refer to Selector lever
138
Selector lever lock (automatic gearbox) Indicator light
41
Service167
Service interval display49
Setting33
Setting the33
Side airbag19
Sliding/tilting roof Closing
61
Closing the sun screen62
Sliding / tilting roof Malfunction
62
Malfunction of the sun blind62
238Index