2015 SKODA OCTAVIA coolant

CAUTION■In an emergency, another engine oil to be refilled. To prevent damage to the
engine, a maximum of 0.5 litres only of the following engine oils may be used:
■ For petrol engine models: ACEA A3/ACEA B4 or API SN, (API SM);
■ For diesel engine models: ACEA C3 or API CJ-4.
Checking the oil level
Fig. 206
Principle sketch: Dipstick
Read and observe
and on page 197 first.
The dipstick indicates the engine oil level .
Dipstick » Fig. 206
The oil level must be within this range.
The oil can be checked and topped up, if the following conditions are satisfied. The vehicle is on a horizontal surface.
The engine operating temperature is reached.
The engine is turned off.
The bonnet is open.
Checking the level
›
Wait a few minutes until the engine oil flows back into the oil trough.
›
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.
›
Re-insert the dipstick.
AThe engine consumes a little oil. The oil consumption may be as much as 0.5
l/1000 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 km.
The oil level must be checked at regular intervals.
In case of low oil level, the instrument cluster display shows a warning light 
as well as the relevant notification » page 38. Check the oil level using the dip-
stick as soon as possible. Add oil accordingly.
CAUTION
■ The oil level must never be above the range A » Fig. 206 - risk of damage to
the motor as well as the exhaust system.■
If for some reason it is not possible to top up the engine oil under the current
circumstances, 
do not continue driving! Switch off the engine and seek as-
sistance from a specialist garage.
■
If the oil level is above level
A
, 
do not continue to drive! Switch off the
engine and seek assistance from a specialist garage.
Replenishing
Read and observe
and on page 197 first.
›
Unscrew the cap of the engine oil filler opening » Fig. 204 on page 196 .
›
Replenish the oil in portions of 0.5 litres in accordance with the correct speci-
fications » page 197 .
›
Check the oil level » page 198.
›
Screw the lid of the engine oil filler closed carefully.
›
Pull the dipstick out as far as the stop.
Coolant
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Checking the coolant level
199
Replenishing
200
The coolant provides cooling for the motor.
It consists of water and coolant additive with additives that protect the cooling
system against corrosion and prevents furring. 
198General Maintenance

The coolant additive percentage 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 reservoir
» Fig. 207 on page 199 .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 194.■
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
■ If for some reason it is not possible to top up the coolant under the current
circumstances,  do not continue driving! Switch off the engine and seek as-
sistance from a specialist garage.■
If the expansion tank is empty, do not top up with coolant. The system could
aerate - risk of engine damage, 
do not continue driving! Switch off the en-
gine and seek assistance from a specialist garage.
■
The amount of coolant additive in the coolant must never be allowed to be
less than 40 %.
■
Over 60 % of coolant additive in the coolant reduces the antifreeze protec-
tion and coolant effectiveness.
■
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. 207 on page 199 .
■
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
On vehicles that are fitted with an auxiliary heater (auxiliary heating and venti-
lation), the coolant capacity is approx. 1 l larger.
Checking the coolant level
Fig. 207
Coolant expansion reservoir
Read and observe and on page 199 first.
The coolant expansion bottle is located in the engine compartment.
Coolant expansion reservoir » Fig. 207
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 on a horizontal surface.
The engine is turned off.
The engine is not heated.
The bonnet is open. 
AB199Inspecting and replenishing

Checking the level›Check the coolant level in the coolant expansion tank » Fig. 207.
If the engine is warm, the test result may be inaccurate. The level can also be
above the mark A
» Fig. 207 .
In the event of an insufficient coolant level, a warning light 
is displayed in
the instrument cluster, as well as the relevant notification » page 37. 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 199 first.
The coolant expansion tank must always contain a small amount of coolant» page 199, in section Introduction .
›
Place a cloth over the cap of the coolant expansion reservoir and unscrew
the cap carefully .
›
Replenish the coolant.
›
Turn the cap until it clicks into place.
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.
Only refill with new coolant.
Brake fluid
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Checking the brake fluid level
200
Specification
201
The brake fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment » Fig. 208 on
page 200 .
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 194.■
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. 208 on page 200 ,  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 prescribed inspection services.■We recommend using brake fluids from the ŠKODA Original Accessories
range.
Checking the brake fluid level
Fig. 208
Brake fluid reservoir
Read and observe and on page 200 first.
The fluid can be checked if the following conditions are met.
The vehicle is 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. 208.
The level must be between the “MIN” and “MAX” markings. 
200General Maintenance

No.Consumer39Central locking front door - right, power windows - front and rear
right4012-Volt power socket41Not assigned42Central locking rear door - left, right, headlight washer system,
windscreen washer system43Visor for gas discharge bulbs, interior lighting44Towing hitch - contact in the socket45Operating the seat adjustment46230-Volt power socket47Rear window wiper48Not assigned49Coil on starter relay, clutch pedal switch50Opening the boot lid51Belt tensioner - front passenger side52Not assigned53Relay for rear window heater
Fuses in the engine compartment
Fig. 241
Removing the fuse box cover/fuses
Fig. 242
Cover for the fuse box in the en-
gine compartment: Plastic clip
for fuses
Read and observe and on page 227 first.
Replacing fuses
›
Press together the interlocks of the cover simultaneously in the direction of
the arrow
1
» Fig. 241 .
›
Remove the cover in the direction of the arrow
2
.
›
Replace the appropriate fuse.
›
Place the cover on top of the fusebox.
›
Push in the interlocks on the cover and lock.
CAUTION
The cover for the fuse box in the engine compartment must always be applied
correctly. Water may get into the fuse box if the cover is not replaced properly
- there is a risk of damage to the vehicle.
Assignment of fuses in the engine compartment
Read and observe
and on page 227 first.
No.Consumer1ESC, ABS2ESC, ABS3Engine control unit4Radiator fan, oil temperature sensor, air volume sensor, control
valve for fuel pressure, relay for electrical auxiliary heating, engine
components5Coil of the relay for the ignition system, coil of the CNG relay, en-
gine components6Brake sensor7Coolant pump, radiator shutter, engine components 229Fuses and light bulbs

Avoiding damage to your vehicle134
B
Bags on the backs of the front seats
96
Ball head Check fitting
170
Ready position168
Ball rod Ready position
168
Battery In the remote control key
223
Belts11
Belt tensioners13
Bonnet Closing
195
Opening195
Boot Class N1 vehicles
107
See Boot lid59
Boot lid automatic locking
59
Closing59
Opening59
Brake information messages
32
warning light32
Brake Assist (HBA)137
Brake booster127
brake fluid specification
201
Brake fluid200
Checking200
information messages32
Brake linings warning light
36
Brake pedal (automatic transmission) Warning light
37
Brakes Brake booster127
Brake fluid200
Braking and stabilisation systems135
Handbrake127
Running-in132
Brakes and parking126
Brake system135
Braking Information on braking
126
Bulbs Replacing
230
Buttons in the doors electric window lifters
62
C
Camera Lens care
185
Camera lens care
185
Car computer see multifunction display
41
Care and maintenance178
Cargo element106
Caring for the vehicle exterior Towing hitch
186
Car park128
Car park ticket holder90
Carrier Roof rack
110
Cavity protection185
Central locking53
Problems57
Central locking button55
Change bulb for additional parking light
232
bulb for fog lights - Version 1232
bulb for fog lights - Version 2233
bulb for high beam232
bulb for the parking light232
bulb in the rear light - Version 1235
bulb in the rear light - Version 2235
daytime running light bulb232
light bulb in tail light234
Changing Engine oil
197
Wheels213
Changing a wheel Follow-up tasks
216
Preparation213
Changing wheels Wheel removal and fix
216
Charging a vehicle battery203
Check Fit ball head properly
170
Checking Battery electrolyte level
202
Brake fluid200
Coolant199
Engine oil198
Oil level198
Windscreen washer fluid196
Checks Statutory checks
178
Children and safety20
Child safety Side airbag
22
Child safety lock57
Child safety seat Use of child safety seats
22
Child seat Classification
22
ISOFIX23
on the front passenger seat21
TOP TETHER25
Use of ISOFIX child seats24
Chrome parts Refer to vehicle maintenance
184
Cigarette lighter92
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CleanAnodized parts184
Chrome parts184
Cleaning Alcantara
187
and maintaining belts188
artificial leather187
headlight glasses185
materials187
natural leather187
plastic parts184
seats covers of the electrically heated seats188
wheels185
Cleaning safety belt
188
Cleaning seat covers
188
Cleaning the interior artificial leather
187
Seat covers188
Cleaning the vehicle exterior Camera lens
185
Cavity protection185
Decorative films183
Door locking cylinder185
Headlight glasses185
Protective films183
Under-body protection186
wheels185
Windows and external mirrors184
Cleaning vehicle181
Cleaning vehicle exterior182
Anodized parts184
Chrome parts184
Plastic parts184
Rubber seals184
Vehicle paint work183
Wiper blades186
Clean interior Safety belt
188
Climatronic air distribution control115
Automatic operation115
Operating elements114
Clothes hook96
CNG193
Gas leak193
in a traffic accident193
Natural gas reserve display30
refuelling192
Refuelling192
Regular checks193
Sticker193
Warning light37
Cockpit 12-Volt power outlet
93
Ashtray92
Cigarette lighter92
General view27
Lighting74
storage compartments89
useful equipment89
COMING HOME73
compartments89
Component protection180
Components of the puncture repair kit217
Compressed natural gas see CNG
193
Computer see multifunction display
41
Convenience operation sliding / tilting roof
65
Window64
convenience turn signal69
Coolant198
Checking199
Replenishing200
Temperature gauge29
Warning light37
Warning messages37
CORNER see Headlights with CORNER function73
Correct routing of seat belt
12
Correct seated position8
Front passenger10
Rear seats10
Correct seat position Driver
9
Counter for distance driven30
Crew Protect Assist160
cruise control operation
148
operation Description149
Cruise control system Warning light
36
Cruise Control System148
Cup holders91
D
DAY LIGHT see Daylight running lights
68
Daylight running lights68
De-icing windows
184
De-icing the windscreen and rear window76
Deactivating an airbag19
Decorative films183
Delayed locking of the boot lid see boot lid
59
Departure angle243
Diesel refer to Fuel
191
Diesel fuel Operation in winter
191
Diesel particulate filter38
information messages38
Digital Clock31
Dipstick198
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Disconnecting and reconnectingvehicle battery203
Display29
Compass points49
Coolant temperature29
Gear changes41
Natural gas reserve30
Petrol / Diesel reserve30
Service interval49
Disposal Acceptance and recycling of used vehicles
181
Distance driven30
Distance warning Warning light
40
Door Child safety lock
57
Closing57
Emergency locking224
Emergency locking the driver's door224
Opening57
Door warning40
double hooks103
Drive Driving through water
134
DriveGreen133
Driver Steering Recommendation (DSR)137
Driving Emissions
239
Fuel consumption239
through water134
Driving mode157
driving mode select Normal mode
157
Driving Mode Selection157
DSR137
E
ECO-TIP
49
Eco-tips49
Economical driving Tips132
EDL137
Electrical boot lid set the top position of the lid
61
Electric boot lid Force limit
60
Manual operation60
Electric luggage compartment lid Malfunctions
61
Operating60
Electric window lifter64
Window operation malfunctions64
Electric window lifters62
Buttons in the driver's door62
Electronic differential lock (EDL, XDS)137
Electronic immobilizer120
emergency replace battery in the remote control
223
Emergency Changing a wheel
213
Hazard warning light system73
Jump-starting219
Locking the door without a locking cylinder224
Locking the driver's door224
Selector lever-unlocking225
Switch off the engine by pressing a button123
Towing the using the tow hitch222
Towing the vehicle220
Tyre repair217
Unlocking the driver's door224
emergency equipment reflective vest
211
Emergency equipment Fire extinguisher
212
First aid kit211
Jack212
Vehicle tool kit212
Warning triangle211
Emissions239
Engine Running-in132
Warning messages37
Engine compartment194
Brake fluid200
Overview196
Vehicle battery201
Engine number236
engine oil specification
197
Engine oil197
Changing197
Checking198
Replenishing198
Warning light38
EPC Warning light
35
ESC Operation
136
Warning light34
ESC Sport136
Estate instrument Natural gas reserve display
30
Estate Instrument panel Petrol / Diesel reserve display
30
Exhaust inspection system Warning light
34
F
Fastening elements
101
Fatigue detection164
Function164
Information messages165
Films183
Fire extinguisher212
First aid kit211
Floor covering Fixing
103
in the luggage compartment103
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P
Park assist Departing from a parallel parking space
147
Information messages147
Parking146
Park Assist144
Automatic brake assist147
Operation145
Parking space search146
Parking128
Park Assist144
Parking aid140
Rear View Camera143
Parking aid140
Automatic system activation when moving for- ward
143
Function141
Parking assistance Activation / deactivation
142
Display in the Infotainment display142
Parking lights68
Park Pilot140
Park the vehicle see Parking
128
Part replacement178
Passive safety Before setting off
8
Driving safety8
Passive Safety8
Pedals128
Footmats128
Petrol see fuel
190
Phonebox91
Plastic parts184
Polishing vehicle paint work see vehicle care
183
Positioning the jack
215
Power limitsliding/tilting roof65
Power outlet 12 V
93
Power steering Warning light
33
Power windows61
Button in the front passenger door63
Button in the rear doors63
Practical equipment Reflective vest
211
Practical features 12-Volt power outlet
93
Pockets on the backs of the front seats96
Seat backrest with long cargo channel88
Waste container93
Proactive passenger protection160
Warning light35
ProActive passenger protection Function
160
Protective films183
Puncture repair kit217
R
Radiator fan
196
Radio see Infotainment
4
Radio remote control Auxiliary heating (heating and ventilation)
119
Raising the vehicle215
Rear-view mirror Exterior mirrors
80
Fold in passenger mirror80
Synchronous adjustment of the rear-view mir- ror
80
Rear fog light72
Warning light34
Rear mirror79
Rear View Camera143
Function keys144
Operation143
Orientation Lines144
Rear view mirror Interior mirror
79
Rear window - heater76
Refuelling189
Fuel189
Fuel - natural gas192
Remote control Locking
54
Replacing the battery223
Synchronisation process223
Unlocking54
Remote control key Replacing the battery
223
Removable through-loading bag98
Removing the bar ball, Step 1
170
bar ball, Step 2171
Repairs and technical alterations178
Replace the battery in the auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating) in the remote control
223
Replacing Bulb for the licence plate light
233
Bulbs230
Fuses226
Fuses – engine compartment229
Fuses – LHD227
Fuses – RHD227
Low beam bulb231
Rear window wiper blade226
Vehicle battery203
windscreen wiper blades225
Replenishing Coolant
200
Engine oil198
Windscreen washer fluid196
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