CAUTION
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Do not continue your journey if the fluid level has dropped below the “MIN”
marking » Fig. 117 on page 134, do not continue driving - there is a risk of an
accident! Seek help from a specialist garage.
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Brake fluid damages the paintwork of the vehicle.
Note
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The brake fluid is changed as part of a compulsory inspection service.
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We recommend using brake fluids from the ŠKODA Original Accessories
range.
Checking the brake fluid level
Fig. 117
Engine compartment: Brake fluid
reservoir
Read and observe and on page 133 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
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Check the level of brake fluid in the reservoir » Fig. 117.
The level must be between the “MIN” and “MAX” markings.
A slight drop in the fluid level results when driving due to normal wear-and-
tear and automatic adjustment of the brake pads.
There may be an indication of a leak in the brake system, however, if the fluid
level drops significantly within a short time or if it drops below the “MIN” mark-
ing.
Too low brake fluid level is indicated by the warning light being shown on
the display of the instrument cluster as well as the corresponding mes-
sage » page 31,
Brake system.
Specification
Read and observe and on page 133 first.
The brake fluid must comply with the following standards or specifications:
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VW 50114;
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FMVSS 116 DOT4.
Vehicle battery
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Opening the cover
135
Checking the battery electrolyte level
136
Charging
136
Replacing
137
Disconnecting and reconnecting
137
Automatic load deactivation
137
The vehicle battery represents a power source for the motor to start and for
the supply of electrical consumers in the car.
Warning symbols on the vehicle battery
Symbol Meaning
Always wear eye protection.
Battery acid is severely caustic. Always wear gloves and eye pro-
tection.
Keep fire, sparks, open flames and lit cigarettes well clear of the
vehicle battery.
When charging the vehicle battery, a highly explosive gas mixture
is produced.
Keep children away from the vehicle battery.
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