2016 SKODA KODIAQ maintenance

Windscreen washer fluidFig. 331
Windscreen washer fluid reser-
voir
Read and observe and on page 278 first.
The windscreen washer fluid reservoir
A
is located in the engine compart-
ment » Fig. 331 .
The capacity of the reservoir is about 3 litres or about 5 litres on vehicles that
have a headlight cleaning system.
Use a suitable windscreen washer fluid in accordance with the current or ex-
pected weather conditions. We recommend that you use accessories from
ŠKODA Original Accessories.
CAUTION
■ If the vehicle is equipped with a headlight cleaning system, then only use
windscreen washer fluid types that do not attack the polycarbonate coating of
the headlights - otherwise there is a risk of damage to headlights.■
Do not remove the filter from the windscreen washer fluid reservoir when re-
plenishing it with liquid otherwise the liquid transportation system can be-
come contaminated, which can cause the windscreen washer system to mal-
function.
Engine oil
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Specification
280
Check and refill
281
The engine has been factory-filled with a high-grade oil that can be use
throughout the year - except in extreme climate zones.
We therefore recommend that the oil change is carried out by a ŠKODA Service
Partner.
The engine oil should be changed after specified service intervals » page 268.
Depending on the driving style and operating conditions, the engine uses
some oil (up to 0.5 l / 1 000 km). Consumption may be slightly higher than this
during the first 5 000 km.WARNINGThe following warning instructions must be followed at all times when
working in the engine compartment » page 278.
CAUTION
Do not add additives to the engine oil - risk of engine damage.
Note
We recommend that you use oils from ŠKODA Original Accessories.
Specification
Read and observe
and on page 280 first.
The specifications (VW standards) stated in the following can be indicated sep-arately or together with other specifications on the bottle.
Vehicles with variable service intervals
Petrol enginesSpecification1.4 l/92, 110 kW TSIVW 504 002.0 ltr./132 kW TSIVW 508 00Diesel enginesSpecification2.0 l/110, 140 kW TDI CRVW 507 00
Vehicles with fixed service intervals
Petrol enginesSpecification1.4 l/92, 110 kW TSIVW 502 002.0 ltr./132 kW TSIDiesel enginesSpecification2.0 l/110, 140 kW TDI CRVW 507 00 280General Maintenance

CAUTIONDo not cover the radiator or fit any parts (e.g. auxiliary lights) in front of the air
intakes - there is a risk of the engine overheating.
Checking and refilling
Fig. 333
Coolant expansion reservoir
Read and observe and on page 281 first.
Check the coolant under the following conditions and refill.
The vehicle is on a horizontal surface.
The engine is not warm (if the engine is warm, the test results could be
inaccurate).
The engine is turned off.
Check the coolant level - the coolant level must be between the marks
A
and
B
» Fig. 333 . If the coolant level is below the mark
B
, refill the coolant.
Refilling
The coolant expansion tank must always contain a small amount of coolant
»
.
›
Place a cloth over the cap of the coolant expansion tank and unscrew the
cap carefully .
›
Always top up using the correct specification of fluids.
›
Turn the cap until it clicks into place.
The specification of the coolant is shown on the coolant expansion reser-
voir » Fig. 333 .
If no specified coolant is available, use only distilled or demineralised water
and have the mixing ratio of water and coolant additive corrected by a special-
ist garage as soon as possible.
CAUTION■ If the expansion tank is empty, do not top up with coolant. The system could
aerate - risk of damaging the engine!  Stop driving! Switch off the engine
and seek assistance from a specialist garage.■
Do not fill the coolant above the mark
A
» Fig. 333 . When it heats up, the
coolant could press out of the cooling system - there is a 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 - there is a risk of dam-
age to the cooling system and the engine.
■
If water other than distilled (demineralised) water is used, then have the
coolant replaced by a specialist garage - there is a risk of engine damage.
■
A loss of coolant could be due to leaks in the cooling system - there is a risk
of engine damage. Switch off the engine and 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 39. We still rec-
ommend inspecting the coolant level directly at the reservoir from time to
time.
Brake fluid
Fig. 334
Brake fluid reservoir
Check the brake fluid under the following conditions.
The vehicle is on a horizontal surface.
The engine is turned off.
Check brake fluid level - the brake fluid level must be between the markings
“MIN” and “MAX” » Fig. 334. 
282General Maintenance

CAUTIONEnsure that battery acid does not come into contact with the bodywork – risk
of damage to the paintwork.
Note
■ We recommend having all work on the vehicle battery carried out by a spe-
cialist garage.■
You should replace batteries older than 5 years.
Check condition
Fig. 335
Vehicle battery: Open the cover / acid level indicator
Read and observe
and on page 283 first.
The battery condition is checked regularly by a specialist garage as part of the
inspection service.
Check the acid level
For car batteries with acid level indicator, use the colouration of the display to
check the acid level. In vehicle batteries with the designation “AGM” there is
no acid level examination.
Depending on the equipment, the vehicle battery may be provided with a cov-
er, this can be opened in the direction of arrow » Fig. 335 -
 .
Air bubbles can influence the colour of the indicator. Therefore, carefully knock
on the display » Fig. 335 -
 .
Black colour - electrolyte level is correct.
Colourless or light yellow colour - electrolyte level too low, the battery must be
replaced.
Battery discharge
Frequent short journeys will not sufficiently recharge the car battery.
The battery capacity decreases at low temperatures.
If the vehicle is not used for longer than 3 to 4 weeks, then disconnect the
negative terminal 
or charge the battery constantly with a very low charging
current.
Charging
Read and observe
and on page 283 first.
Only charge the vehicle battery when the ignition and all consumers are
switched off.
Refer to the instructions of the charger manufacturer.
Charging
›
For vehicles with START-STOP system or auxiliary heating, connect the

terminal of the charger on the  pole of the battery, the
 terminal of the
charger to the earth point of the engine » page 298.
›
For vehicles without START-STOP system or auxiliary heating, connect the
terminals of the charger to the corresponding battery poles (  at
.
 at
).
›
Plug the mains cable of the charger into the power socket and switch on the
device.
›
After charging has been successful: Switch off the charger and remove the
mains cable from the power socket.
›
Disconnect the terminals of the charger from the vehicle battery.
A charging current of 0.1 multiple of the total vehicle battery capacity (or low-
er) must be used until full charging is achieved.
WARNING■ When charging the vehicle battery, hydrogen is released - risk of explo-
sion. An explosion can be caused from sparks or connection or releasing
the cable plug while the ignition is on.■
The so-called “quick charging” of the vehicle battery is dangerous and re-
quires a special charger and specialist knowledge. Therefore, have “Quick
loading” carried out by a specialist garage.
284General Maintenance

Installation of new tyres
Only fit radial tyres of the same type, size (rolling circumference) and the same
tread pattern on one axle on all 4 wheels.
When mounting new tires the tires have to be replaced axle by axle.
Unidirectional tyres
Some tires may be directional. The direction of rotation of the tyres is marked by arrows on the wall of the tyre .
The specified running direction must be strictly adhered to, otherwise the fol-
lowing tyre characteristics may be degraded. ▶ Driving stability.
▶ Traction.
▶ Tyre noise and tyre wear.
Tires with increased resistance to air loss when punctured
Some vehicles may be fitted with tyres at the factory that have increased
puncture resistance (so-called “SEAL” tyres). For some countries, vehicles are
equipped with “SEAL” tyres delivered without a spare wheel and appropriate
tools.
If “SEAL”tyres are replaced with standard tyres, the vehicle must be retrofitted
with a puncture repair kit or spare wheel and appropriate hand tools.WARNING■ Never use tyres if you do not know anything about the condition and age.■Never drive with damaged tyres – risk of accident.
CAUTION
■The tyres must be protected from contact with substances such as oil,
grease and fuel, which could damage them. If the tyres come into contact with
these substances, then we recommend you have this checked out in a special-
ist workshop.■
Do not use rims with ground or polished surface in winter conditions - there
is a risk of wheel damage (e.g. from the road grit).
Note
■ We recommend that any work on the wheels or tyres is carried out by a spe-
cialist garage.■
We recommend that you use wheel rims, tyres, full wheel trims and snow
chains from ŠKODA Original Accessories.
Tyre pressureFig. 336
Label with a table of tyre sizes and tyre pressure value / inflate
tyres
The prescribed tyre inflation is on the sticker with pictograms
A
» Fig. 336 (for
some countries, the pictograms are replaced with a text).
Tyre pressure is always to match the load .
Inflation pressure for half load
Inflation pressure for environmentally friendly operation (slightly lower
fuel consumption and emissions)
Inflation pressure for full load
Tyre diameter in inches
This information serves merely as information for the prescribed tyre pres-
sure. This is not a list of shared tyre sizes for your vehicle. These are in the
vehicle's technical documentation, as well as in the declaration of con-
formity (in so-called COC document).
Tyre pressure value on the front axle
Tyre pressure value on the rear axle
Check tyre pressures
Check the tyre pressure (including that of the emergency or spare wheel) at
least once a month and also before setting off on a long journey.
Always check the inflation pressure when the tyres are cold. Do not reduce the
higher pressure of warm tyres.
In vehicles with tyre pressure monitoring, tyre pressure values must be saved
each time the pressures are changed » page 260. 
BCDEFG286General Maintenance

Please note the following if you intend to use the temporary spare wheel.▶ Do not cover the signs.
▶ Be particularly observant when driving.
▶ Inflate the temporary spare wheel to the maximum inflation pressure for the
vehicle » page 286 (the prescribed tyre pressure of the spare wheel R 18 is
4.2 bar).
In vehicles with tyre pressure monitoring, save the tyre pressure values in the system » page 260 .WARNING■
Never drive with more than one spare wheel mounted!■When driving with the temporary spare wheel at full throttle acceleration,
avoid sharp braking and fast cornering.■
Do not use snow chains on the temporary spare wheel.
■
Observe instructions on the warning sign of the emergency wheel.
Tyre marking
Explanation of tyre markings - e.g. 235/55 R 18 100 V
235Tyre width in mm55Height/width ratio in %RCode letter for the type of tyre – Radial18Diameter of wheel in inches100load indexVSpeed symbol
Load index - indicates the maximum permissible load for each individual tyre
load index9596979899100101102103Load
(In kg)690710730750775800825850875Speed symbol - indicates the maximum permissible speed for a vehicle fitted
with tyres in the category concernedspeed
symbolMTUHVWYMaximum speed
(in km/h)130190200210240270300WARNINGNever exceed the maximum permissible load bearing capacity and speed
for the tyres fitted – risk of accident.
Operating in winter conditions
All-year (or “winter”) tyres
All-year or “winter” tyres (indicated by an M+S or a mountain peak/snowflake
symbol ) to improve the performance of the vehicle in winter conditions.
For the best possible handling, use all-season or “winter” tyres on all four
wheels with a minimum tread depth of 4 mm.
If using “winter” tyres, fit the summer tyres on again in good time as they pro-
vide better handling properties, a shorter braking distance, less tyre noise, and
reduced tyre wear on roads which are free of snow and ice as well as at tem-
peratures above 7 °C.
Speed symbol
All-season or “winter” tyres (marked with M+S and a peak/snowflake symbol
 ) of a lower speed category than stated in the technical vehicle documenta-
tion can be used, provided the permissible maximum speed of these tyres is
not exceeded even if the possible maximum speed of the vehicle is higher.
The speed limit for all-season or “Winter” tires can be adjusted in the Infotain-
ment menu 

→

→
Tyres
.
If the vehicle has all-season or “winter” tires of a lower speed category then
the specified maximum speed of the vehicle (referring to tyres that have not
been delivered by the factory, a warning label with the maximum value of the
speed category provided for the mounted tyres must be fixed in the interior of 
288General Maintenance

Manual shifting on the multifunction steeringwheel211
Selector lever lock210
Start and drive211
Tiptronic211
Warning light39
Automatic switch-off of Infotainment125
Automatic transmission209
Selector lever emergency release303
AUX90, 148
Settings134
Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and ventila- tion)
114
In infotainment115
set to115
Auxiliary heating (heating and ventilation) Radio remote control
116
Avoiding damage to your vehicle213
B
Basstöner
130
Battery Changing batteries for the removable light
302
Changing in key300, 301
Replace the battery in the remote control in the auxiliary heating
301
Belts15
Belt tensioners18
reversible18
Blanket96
Bluetooth A2DP / AVRCP
132
Name132
on / off132
Paired external devices132
Profile160
rSAP163
Set139
set to132, 134
Set to132
Switch on/off139
Update129, 133
Updates139
Visibility132, 139
Bluetooth Player149
Bluetooth® update160
bolero external module
123
infotainment Description122
Bonnet279
Boot Class N1 vehicles
106
Boot lid59
Automatic locking59
Contactless open/close61
Open/close58, 60
See boot lid58
Boot lid contactless open/close61
Brake Assist (HBA)217
Brake booster206
Brake fluid282
Check282
specification282
Brake linings Warning light
38
Brake pads new
206
Brake pedal (automatic gearbox) Warning light
38
Brakes Brake booster
206
Brake fluid282
Braking and stabilisation systems215
Information on braking206
Parking brake206
Run in212
Warning light35
Brake system215
breakdown call118
Breakdown call164
Broadcasting141, 142
Bulbs Replacing
308
Buttons on the driver door Electric windows
62
C
Call list Call list
166
CAR201
Car battery Automatic consumer shutdown
283
Check condition284
Cover284
Disconnecting and reconnecting285
Replacing285
Winter operation284
Car care Exterior
273
Interior273
Car cleaning Exterior
273
Windscreens273
Car computer see multifunction display
46
Care and maintenance266
Care Connect118
breakdown call118
emergency call118
information call118
Cargo element105
Carrier108
Carstick171
CD147
cellphone Disclaimer
120
Central locking52
Problems57
Central locking button54
322Index

Genuine parts267
Glasses compartment92
Google Earth ™180, 189
Google Street View ™180
GPS178
Graphical driving recommendations193
H
Hazard warning light system
70
HBA217
Headrests83
Heating109, 110
Air distribution control113
Mirrors76
Seats85
Steering wheel86
Windscreen and rear window72
HHC217
High-beam assistant41
High beam Light Assist
68
Hill Descent Assistant219
Hill Start Assist (HHC)217
hitch263
Hitch261
home address137
Home address185
Hook102
Horn31
I
I-PAD holder
99
I-Size28
Ignition lock203
Images Display
134
main menu151
Operation152
safe removal of the data source132
Select Image Source151
Set to134
Image viewer151
Immobiliser202
import Destinations (online)
188
Objectives (vCard)187
POI categories187
POI categories (online)179, 188
Routes (online)196
Import contacts134
In-car communication126
Inertia reels18
Information about the towing process298
information call118
Information call164
Information system43
Gear recommendation44
MAXI DOT display48
Multifunction display46
Service interval display49
infotainment Description Amundsen
121
bolero122
Columbus121
swing122
Infotainment language131, 139
Infotainment menus126
infotainment online118
Infotainment operation124
Infotainment screen124
Infotainment operation using an application in the external device
127
Infotainment Overview121
Infotainment Restart125
Infotainment screen131, 138
Areas124
Important information123
keyboard125
Maintenance123
Operation124
Input screen Language characters
139
Input screen with keyboard125
Instrument cluster32
Vehicle condition45
Warning lights33
interior light71
Interior lighting71
Ambient lighting72
Interior monitor58
Intermediate target192
Internet171
ISOFIX27
J
Jack
291
- fit295
Journey47
Jukebox149
Jump-starting297, 298
K
KESSY Ignition on / off
203
Starting engine / Stopping203
Unlocking / locking53
key Ignition on / off
203
Starting engine / Stopping203
Key Changing battery
300, 301
Take out emergency key53
keyboard125
key CAR201
326Index