2016 SKODA FABIA engine coolant

WARNING■The blower should always be on to prevent the windows from misting.
Otherwise there is a risk of accident.■
Under certain circumstances, air at a temperature of about 5 °C can flow
out of the vents when the cooling system is switched on.
Note
■ The air inlet in front of the windscreen must be free of e.g. ice, snow or
leaves to ensure that the heating and cooling system operates properly.■
After switching on the cooling system condensation from the evaporator of
the air conditioning may drip down and form a puddle below the vehicle. This is
not a leak!
■
If the coolant temperature is too high, the cooling system is switched off to
ensure that the engine cools down.
Heating and manual air conditioning
Fig. 111
Controls of the heating / air conditioning
Read and observe
on page 86 first.
Individual functions can be set or switched on by turning the dial or pressing the corresponding button » Fig. 111. When the function is activated, a warning
light illuminates in the button.
Setting temperature
▶  Reduce the temperature /
Increase the temperature
Setting the fan speed (level 0: Fan off, level 4: high-speed)
Set the direction of the air outlet » page 88
 Air flow to the windows
 Air flow to the upper body
ABC
Air flow in the footwell
 Air flow to the windows and the footwell
Switch recirculation on/off » page 88
Switch the cooling system on/off
Information on cooling system
After pressing the button 
the indicator light on the button lights up, even if
not all the conditions for the cooling system have been met. The cooling sys-
tem starts to work as soon as the following conditions have been met
» page 85 .
If recirculated air mode is turned to position 
when the blower is on, the
cooling system is switched on. The cooling system is switched off again by
turning the air distribution control out of the position  .
If recirculated air mode is outside position  when the recirculating air mode
is on, the cooling system is switched on.
Note
To ensure adequate thermal comfort, during operation of the manual air condi-
tioning there could be an increase in the engine idle speed in some circum-
stances.86Operation

CAUTIONDiesel fuel additives■The diesel fuel in accordance with the prescribed standards meets all the
conditions for a smooth running engine. Therefore, we recommend that you do
not add any fuel additives to the diesel - - there is a risk of engine damage or
damage to the exhaust system.
Engine compartment
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Opening and closing the bonnet
138
Engine compartment overview
138
Windscreen washer fluid
139WARNINGNever cover the engine with additional insulation material (e.g. with a blan-
ket) – risk of fire.WARNINGWhen working in the engine compartment, the following instructions must
be observed - otherwise risk of injury or fire. The engine compartment of
your car is a hazardous area.WARNINGInstructions before beginning work in the engine compartment■Stop the engine and remove the ignition key, on vehicles with the KESSY
system, open the driver's door.■
Firmly apply the handbrake.
■
On vehicles with manual transmission , move the lever to the neutral po-
sition. For vehicles with automatic transmission, place the selector lever in
the P position.
■
Allow the engine to cool.
■
Never open the bonnet if you can see steam or coolant flowing out of the
engine compartment – risk of scalding! Wait until the steam or coolant has
stopped escaping.
WARNINGInformation for working in the engine room■Keep everyone away from the engine compartment.■
Do not touch any hot engine parts – there is a risk of burns.
■
Never touch the radiator fan. The radiator fan may still turn suddenly
about 10 minutes after switching off the ignition!
■
Do not smoke in the vicinity of the engine and avoid the use of open
flames or sparks.
■
Do not leave any items (e.g. cleaning cloths or tools) in the engine com-
partment. There is a fire hazard and the risk of engine damage.
■
Read the information and warning instructions on the fluid containers.
WARNINGInformation for working in the engine compartment with the engine run-
ning■
If it is necessary to work on the engine with the engine running, beware
of rotating engine parts and electrical plants - they can be fatal!
■
Never touch the electric wiring on the ignition system.
■
Avoid short circuits in the electrical system, particularly on the vehicle's
battery.
CAUTION
Only refill using fluids with the proper specification - risk of damage to the ve-
hicle!
Note
■ Fluids with the proper specifications can be purchased from the ŠKODA Origi-
nal Accessories or from the ŠKODA Genuine Parts ranges.■
We recommend you have the operating fluids replaced by a specialist garage.
137Inspecting and replenishing

Opening and closing the bonnetFig. 167
Opening the bonnet
Read and observe
and on page 137 first.
Open flap
›
Ensure that the windscreen wipers are not raised away from the windscreen
- risk of damage to the bonnet.
›
Open the front door and pull the release lever below the dash panel in the
direction of arrow
1
» Fig. 167 .
›
Press the release lever in the direction of arrow
2
and the bonnet will be
unlocked.
›
Raise the bonnet in the direction of the arrow
3
.
›
Remove the lid prop in the direction of arrow
4
from the holder.
›
Secure the open flap inserting the end of the post into the opening in the di-
rection of arrow
5
.
Close the flap
›
Lift the bonnet.
›
Decouple the bonnet support and press into the holder designed to hold it.
›
Drop down the bonnet lid from a height of about 20 cm applying light pres-
sure until it clicks safely into place.
WARNING■ Never drive with the bonnet lid not properly closed - risk of accident!■Make sure that when closing the bonnet, no body parts are crushed -
there is danger of injury!Engine compartment overviewFig. 168
Arrangement (example) in the engine compartment
Read and observe
and on page 137 first.
Windscreen washer fluid reservoir
139
Coolant expansion reservoir
141
Engine oil dipstick
140
Engine oil filler opening
140
Brake fluid reservoir
142
Vehicle battery
142ABCDEF138General Maintenance

Vehicles with fixed service intervalsPetrol enginesSpecification1.0 l/44, 55 kW MPI - EU6
VW 502 00
1.0 l/55 kW MPI - EU41.2 l/66, 81 kW TSI1.6 l/66, 81 kW MPIDiesel enginesSpecification1.4 l/55, 66, 77 kW TDI CRVW 507 00
Engine oil VW 505 01 can optionally be used in diesel engines without a DPF.
CAUTION
■
If no prescribed engine oil is available, then max. 0.5 l oil of the following
specifications can be refilled. ■Petrol engines: ACEA A3/ACEA B4 or API SN, (API SM);
■ Diesel engines: ACEA C3 or API CJ-4.
Check and refill
Fig. 170
Dipstick variants
Read and observe and on page 139 first.
Check and refill oil under the following conditions.
The vehicle is standing on a horizontal surface.
The engine operating temperature is reached.
The engine is turned off.
Check the status
›
Wait a few minutes until the engine oil flows back into the sump.
›
Pull the dipstick out and wipe with a clean cloth.
›
Push the dipstick back to the stop and then pull it out again.
› Read the oil level and push the dipstick back in.
The oil level must lie in range A
» Fig. 170 . If the oil level is below range
A
, oil
must be added.
Refilling
›
Unscrew the cap of the engine oil filler opening
D
» Fig. 168 on page 138 .
›
Add oil of the correct specification in portions of 0.5 litres » page 139.
›
Check the oil level.
›
Screw the lid of the engine oil filler closed carefully.
CAUTION
■
The oil level must never be below range A » Fig. 170 there is a risk of dam-
age to the engine as well as to the exhaust system.■
If a top up with oil is not possible or the oil level is above range
A
, 
stop
driving! Switch off the engine and seek assistance from a specialist garage.
Note
An engine oil level which is too low is shown in the instrument cluster by the
warning light  illuminating and also indicated by the message. » page 34 Nev-
ertheless, we recommend checking the oil level on a regular basis using the
dipstick.
Coolant
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Checking and refilling
141
The coolant helps to keep the engine temperature down, and consists of wa-
ter and coolant additive (with additives that protect the cooling system against
corrosion and prevent furring).
The proportion of coolant additive in the coolant must be 40 to 60 %.
The correct mix of water and coolant additive should be checked and if neces-
sary corrected by a specialist garage. 
140General Maintenance

WARNING■The following instructions must be followed at all times when working on
the engine compartment » page 137.■
Never open the end cover of the coolant expansion reservoir while the
engine is still warm. The cooling system is pressurised - risk of scalding or
injury from splashes of coolant!
■
To protect against the coolant splashing, cover the cap with a cloth when
opening.
■
Coolant and coolant fumes are harmful - avoid contact with the coolant. If
the coolant comes into contact with the eye or skin, wash the affected area
with plenty of water for several minutes, and where appropriate seek medi-
cal help.
CAUTION
Do not cover the radiator and install any parts (e.g auxiliary lights.) in front of
the air intakes - risk of the engine overheating.
Checking and refilling
Fig. 171
Coolant expansion reservoir
Read and observe and on page 141 first.
Check and refill coolant under the following conditions.
The vehicle is on a horizontal surface.
The engine is not warm (if the engine is warm the result of the check may
be wrong).
The engine is turned off.
Check the coolant level - The coolant level must lie between the marks
A
and
B
» Fig. 171. If the coolant level is below the mark
B
, top up with coolant.
Refilling
The reservoir must always contain a small amount of coolant »
.
›Place a cloth over the cap of the coolant expansion tank and
carefully un-
screw the cap.›
Always top up using coolant of the correct specification.
›
Turn the cap until it clicks into place.
The specification for the coolant is shown in the coolant expansion reservoir
» Fig. 171 .
If the specified coolant is not available, then refilling only with distilled or dem-
ineralised water, and get a specialist garage to correct the water-coolant addi-
tive mix as soon as possible.
CAUTION
■ With an empty expansion tank top up coolant. The system could aerate - risk
of engine damage!  Stop driving! Switch off the engine and seek assistance
from a specialist garage.■
Do not fill the coolant above the mark
A
» Fig. 171 . The coolant could, when
heated, be expelled from the cooling system - risk of damage to the engine
parts.
■
If it is not possible to add coolant, 
stop driving! Switch off the engine and
seek assistance from a specialist garage.
■
A coolant additive which does not correspond to the correct specification can
reduce the anti-corrosion effect of the cooling system - risk of damage to the
cooling system and the engine.
■
If non-distilled (non-demineralised) water has been used to top up, the cool-
ant should be replaced by a specialist garage - risk of engine damage.
■
A loss of coolant indicates leaks in the cooling system - risk of engine dam-
age. Top up with coolant and then seek assistance from a specialist garage.
Note
A coolant level which is too low is indicated in the instrument cluster by the
warning light  and shown by the relevant message » page 34. We still recom-
mend inspecting the coolant level directly at the reservoir from time to time.141Inspecting and replenishing

Fuse arrangement in the engine compartmentFig. 204
Fuses
Read and observe and on page 162 first.
No.Power consumer1Radiator fan2Glow plug system3ABS or ESC4Electrical auxiliary heating system5Electrical auxiliary heating system6Automatic gearbox7Engine control system8Windscreen wipers9Battery data module10ABS or ESC11Not assigned12Injectors, valve for fuel metering, control valve for oil pressure, valve
for exhaust gas recirculation cooler13Brake pedal switch14Fuel pump, coolant pump15Engine control system16Starter17Engine control system18Additional electrical heating, radiator fan, wastegate, oil temperature
sensor, valve for activated charcoal filter, valve for intake manifoldNo.Power consumer19Lambda probe20Preheating unit, crankcase ventilation heating, ignition coils
Bulbs
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Bulb arrangement in the front headlights
166
Cover the front wheel Removing / replacing
166
Remove/replace the mounting for the mopping water container nozzle
167
Changing bulbs for low and main beam (Halogen headlights)
167
Replacing the bulb for the side light (Halogen headlights)
168
Replacing the bulb for the side light (Halogen headlights)
168
Replacing the bulb for the daytime running lights light (Halogen
headlights)
168
Replacing the bulb for the low beam (Halogen headlights)
169
Replacing the bulb for the main beam (Halogen headlights)
169
Replacing the bulb for the turn signal light (Halogen headlights)
170
Changing light bulbs for fog lights
170
Changing the bulb for the licence plate light
171
Removing/installing tail light
171
Replacing the bulbs in the tail lamp assembly
172
We recommend 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.
We recommend having the headlight settings checked by a specialist garage after replacing a bulb in the low, high or fog beam.
Visit a specialist garage if an LED diode is faulty. 
165Fuses and light bulbs

Information on braking93
Warning lights29
Brake system101
Braking Running in
98
Breakdown kit154
Breakdown service see Help in an emergency
8
Bulbs Replacing
165
Button in driver's door electric windows
51
C
Camera See reversing camera
105
CAR See Owner´s Manual -Infotainment
6
Car battery Check condition
143
Cover143
Disconnecting and reconnecting144
Replacing144
Winter operation143
CAR button See Owner´s Manual -Infotainment
6
Car care131
Exterior132
Interior134
Outside133
Car computer see multifunction display
38
Care and maintenance127
Cargo element80
Carrier84
Car wash131
Car washing131
Exterior132
Interior134
washing131
Central locking44
Problems48
Central locking button46
Change battery
159
Changing Windscreen wiper blades
162
Changing a wheel151
Changing151
Changing gear Selector lever
96
Changing wheels Wheels
151
Charging a vehicle battery144
Check Brake fluid
142
Engine oil140
Fit ball head properly121
Oil level140
Checking Battery status
143
Coolant141
Checks Statutory checks
127
Children and safety20
Child safety lock48
Child seat20
Classification22
Installation location22, 23
in the passenger seat22
ISOFIX23
on the front passenger seat21
on the passenger seat21
TOP TETHER24
Cigarette lighter69
Cleaning the vehicle Outside133
Windows133
Climatronic85
Automatic operation87
Operating elements87
Recirculated air mode88
Clothes hook72
cockpit26
Cockpit Lighting
57
Coin and card holders67
Comfort signalling54
COMING HOME56
Compartments66
Component protection128
Computer see multifunction display
38
Coolant140
Checking141
Refilling141
Temperature display28
Warning light34
CORNER See Fog lights with the CORNER function
56
Correct routing of seat belt
14
Correct seated position10
Correct seating position12
Cruise Control System107
Cup holders68
D
DAY LIGHT see Daylight running lights
54
Daylight running lights54
dazzle59
De-icing rear window58
183Index

DeactivationAirbag18
Delayed locking of the boot lid See boot lid
50
Departure angle177
Diesel136
Diesel fuel136
Diesel particle filter (DPF)35
Digital Clock37
Digital Service Plan131
Dipped beam53
Dipstick140
display cardinal points
36
Display Coolant temperature
28
Fuel level28
Gear changes37
In the instrument cluster36
MAXI DOT40
Service intervals41
Disposal Acceptance and recycling of used vehicles
129
Distance warning115
Warning light36
Door Child safety lock
48
Emergency locking160
Emergency locking of the driver's door159
Opening/Closing47
door alarm36
Drive Driving through water
99
DriveGreen98
driving emissions
175
fuel consumption175
Driving Maximum speed178
through water99
E
Economical driving
98
EDL102
Electric power windows Malfunctions
52
Electric windows50
Electric Windows Button in driver’s door’
51
Electronic differential lock (EDL, XDS)102
Electronic immobilizer90
Emergency Hazard warning light system
56
Jump-starting156, 157
Selector lever-unlocking160
Starting / stopping the engine with the push of a button
91
Starting the engine / stopping with the push of a button
92
Towing the vehicle157
Towing the vehicle using the trailer device159
Tyre repair154
Unlocking/locking the door159
Unlocking / locking the door160
Emergency equipment Fire extinguisher
150
First aid kit149
Jack150
Reflective vest149
Vehicle tool kit150
Warning triangle149
Emergency spare Removing / stowing
152
Emission control system31
Emissions175
Engine Information messages34
Running in98
Engine compartment137
Brake fluid142
Coolant140
Engine oil139
Overview138
Vehicle battery142
Windscreen washer fluid139
Engine drag torque control (MSR)101
Engine number173
engine oil specification
139
Engine oil139
Check140
Oil changing139
Refilling140
Warning light34
EPC31
ESC Operation
101
Warning light30
Extended warranty5
F
Fastening elements
76
Fatigue detection116
Films132
Fire extinguisher150
First aid kit149
Flashing54
Flexible storage compartment80
Fog lights Warning light
33
Fog lights/rear fog light55
Fog lights with the CORNER function56
Footmats95
see Footmats95
184Index