WARNING
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The coolant additive and thus all of the coolant is harmful to your health.
Avoid contact with the coolant. Coolant vapours are also harmful to health.
Therefore always safely store the coolant additive in its original container out
of the reach of children - risk of poisoning!
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If any coolant splashes into your eyes, immediately rinse out your eyes with
clear water and contact a doctor as soon as possible.
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You should also consult a doctor without delay if you have inadvertently
swallowed coolant.
CAUTION
Do not continue your journey, if for some reason it is not possible to top up the
coolant under the prevailing conditions. Switch off the engine and contact a
ŠKODA Service Partner, otherwise serious engine damage may occur.
Radiator fan
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 183.
The radiator fan is driven by an electric motor and controlled according to the
coolant temperature.
After switching off the ignition, the radiator fan can intermittently continue to op-
erate for approx. 10 minutes.
Checking the brake fluid
Fig. 163
Engine compartment: Brake fluid
reservoir
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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 183.
The brake fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment.
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Switch off the engine.
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Open the bonnet » page 184.
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Check the level of brake fluid in the reservoir » Fig. 163. The level must be be-
tween the “MIN” and “MAX” markings.
When driving, a slight drop in the fluid level is caused by the wear-and-tear and
automatic adjustment of the brake pads, and is therefore perfectly normal.
There may be an indication of a leak in the brake system, however, if the fluid lev-
el drops significantly within a short time or if it drops below the “MIN” marking. If
the brake fluid level is too low, this is indicated by the warning light lighting up
in the instrument cluster » page 30.
WARNING
If the fluid level has dropped below the MIN marking, do not continue your
journey - risk of accident! Get professional assistance.
Changing the brake fluid
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 183.
Brake fluid absorbs moisture. Over time it therefore absorbs moisture from the
environment. Excessive water in the brake fluid may be the cause of corrosion in
the brake system. The water content also lowers the boiling point of the brake
fluid.
The brake fluid must comply with one of the following standards or specifications:
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VW 50114
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FMVSS 116 DOT4
WARNING
Using old brake fluid can result in severe stress on the brakes because of the
formation of vapour bubbles in the brake system. This greatly impairs the
braking efficiency and thus also the safety of your vehicle.
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