Get General Maintenance Guide for Skoda Citigo SUV First Generation (2011-2020)

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General Maintenance

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Care and maintenance

All ŠKODA service partners work according to the instructions and guidelines

from ŠKODA AUTO a.s. All service and repair work is therefore carried out on

time and at the appropriate quality. Adhering to these guidelines and instruc-

tions helps ensure road safety and helps keep your vehicle in a good technical

condition.

Service work, adjustments and technical alterations

 Introduction

The instructions and guidelines from ŠKODA AUTO a.s. must be observed

when using accessories or carrying out any modifications, repairs or technical

alterations to your vehicle.

We therefore advise you to have all modifications, repairs and technical altera-

tions to your vehicle carried out by a ŠKODA Service Partner.

Adhering to these instructions and guidelines helps ensure road safety and

helps keep your vehicle in a good technical condition.

ŠKODA Original parts

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WARNING

We recommend the use of ŠKODA Genuine Parts for your vehicle, as these

parts are approved by ŠKODA AUTO. These parts comply wholly with ŠKODA

AUTO regulations and are identical to the parts used in series production.

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Adjustments, repairs and technical changes to the vehicle should only be

carried out by a specialist. Work carried out incorrectly (including work on

the electronic components and their software) can result in malfunctions -

there is a risk of accident and, potentially, increased wear on parts!

ŠKODA AUTO is able to warrant the safety, suitability, and long life of these

products.

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We recommend that you use only ŠKODA Original Accessories and ŠKO-

DA Original Parts which have been expressly approved for use on your ve-

hicle. Reliability, safety and suitability for your vehicle are guaranteed with

these.

ŠKODA service partners are liable for any ŠKODA original part defects for a

period of 2 years after sale in accordance with the materials defect liability,

provided that nothing else was agreed in the purchase agreement.

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Do not use any products which have not been approved by ŠKODA AU-

TO, even though these may be products with a type approval or which have

been approved by a nationally recognised testing laboratory.

ŠKODA Original accessories

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Vehicle operating under different weather conditions

If you wish to fit accessories to your vehicle, you should bear in mind the fol-

lowing:

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We recommend that you use ŠKODA Genuine Accessories in your vehicle.

ŠKODA AUTO has selected these accessories to ensure that they are reliable,

safe and suitable for your particular vehicle. Although we constantly monitor

the market, we are not able to assess or vouch the suitability of other products

for your vehicle, despite the fact that some products may have operational ap-

proval or may have been approved by a nationally recognised testing laborato-

ry.

If you would like to operate your vehicle in countries other than those with the

intended weather conditions, you should contact a ŠKODA partner. He or she

will advise you if certain precautions need to be taken to ensure the full func-

tioning of the vehicle or to prevent damage (e.g. coolant, changing the battery

or similar).

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Care and maintenance

ŠKODA service partners are liable for any ŠKODA Genuine Part defects for a

period of 2 years after installation or delivery in accordance with the materials

defect liability, provided that nothing else was agreed in the purchase contract

or in any other agreements.

Airbags

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WARNING

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Modifications, repairs and technical alterations that have been carried out

Spoiler

unprofessionally can cause damage and operational faults, and can also se-

riously impair the effectiveness of the airbag system – risk of accident and

fatal injury!

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WARNING

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A change to the vehicle's wheel suspension, including the use of non-ap-

If your vehicle is equipped with a Genuine Accessories spoiler on the front

bumper in combination with the spoiler on the boot lid, the following in-

structions must be observed - otherwise there is a risk of accidents and se-

rious injuries!

proved wheels and tire combinations, can impair the functioning of the air-

bag system - risk of accident and fatal injury!

WARNING

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The vehicle can only be equipped with a spoiler on the front bumper in

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No changes may be made to airbag system components, the front bump-

combination with the corresponding spoiler on the boot lid.

er and the bodywork.

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A Genuine Accessories spoiler cannot be fitted to the front bumper ei-

Any work on the airbag system including the installation and removal of

ther on its own (without a spoiler on the boot lid) or in combination with an

unsuitable spoiler on the boot lid.

system components due to other repair work (e.g. removal of the steering

wheel) must only be carried out by a specialist garage.

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We recommend that you consult the ŠKODA Service Partner for any re-

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Do not manipulate individual parts of the airbag system, as this might re-

pairs to or replacement, addition or removal of spoilers.

sult in the airbag being deployed.

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Improperly conducted work on the spoilers of your vehicle may result in

If the airbag has been deployed, the airbag system must be replaced.

malfunction.

WARNING

Component protection

The airbag system operates using pressure sensors located in the front

doors. For this reason, no adjustments may be carried out to the doors or

door panels (e.g. installation of additional loudspeakers). Resulting damage

can impair the functioning of the airbag system - risk of accidents and fatal

injuries! The following guidelines must therefore be observed.

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Some electronic vehicle components (such as the instrument cluster) are fac-

tory-equipped with component protection. This ensures the functional limita-

tion of these components in a non-legitimate installation in another vehicle

(e.g. after a theft) or operation outside the vehicle.

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Any work on the front doors and their door panels must be carried out by

a specialist garage.

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Never drive the vehicle with the inner door panels removed or with open-

ings in the panelling.

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Trailer operation

Car washing

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The vehicle is not approved for towing a trailer. The vehicle is not factory-

equipped with a towing device and it cannot be retrofitted with a towing de-

vice.

The best way to protect your vehicle against harmful environmental influences

is frequent washing.

The longer insect residues, bird droppings, road salt and other aggressive de-

posits remain on the paintwork of your vehicle, the more detrimental their de-

structive effect can be. High temperatures, such as those caused by intensive

sun's rays, accentuate this caustic effect.

WARNING

Never attach a towing device to the vehicle.

It is also essential to thoroughly clean the underside of the vehicle at the end

of the winter.

Cleaning and care

Washing by hand

 Introduction

Wash the vehicle from top to bottom, with a soft sponge or a wash mitt and

plenty of water, and, if necessary, with the appropriate detergents. Wash out

the sponge or washing glove thoroughly at short intervals.

Regular and thorough care helps to retain the value of your vehicle.

The instructions for use on the packaging must be observed when using care

products. We recommend that you use ŠKODA Original Accessories care

products.

For wheels, door sills and lower areas of the vehicle use a different sponge.

Give the vehicle a good rinse after washing it and dry it off using a chamois

leather.

WARNING

Automatic Car Washes

The usual precautionary measures must be taken before washing the vehicle

(e.g. closing the windows and the tilt/slide roof etc.).

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Vehicle care products may be harmful to your health if not used according

to the instructions.

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Always keep the vehicle care products safe from people who are not

completely independent, e.g. children - danger of poisoning!

If your vehicle is fitted with any particular attached parts (e.g. spoiler, roof rack

system, two-way radio aerial etc.) it is best to consult the operator of the car

wash system beforehand.

CAUTION

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Do not use any insect sponges, rough kitchen sponges or similar cleaning

After an automatic wash with wax treatment, the wiper blades should be

cleaned with cleaning agents specially designed for the purpose, and then de-

greased.

products – risk of damaging the paintwork surface.

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Do not use aggressive cleaning agents or chemical solvents - danger of dam-

aging the surface to be cleaned.

Pressure Washers

Note

When washing the vehicle with a high-pressure cleaner, the instructions for

use of the equipment must be observed. This particularly applies to instruc-

tions regarding the pressure and spraying distance from the vehicle surface.

We recommend that the vehicle is cleaned and maintained at a ŠKODA service

partner.

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Care and maintenance

WARNING

Exterior car care

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When washing your vehicle in the winter: Water and ice in the braking

system can affect the braking efficiency – risk of accident!

Take care when cleaning the underbody or the inside of the wheel wells -

there is a risk of injury from sharp metal parts!

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Vehicle compo-

Circumstances

nents

Remedy

Clear water, cloth, (clean as soon as

possible)

CAUTION

Spilled fuel

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Do not wash the vehicle in direct sunlight, do not exert pressure on the body

No water drop-

lets form on the

paint

while washing. The temperature of the washing water should be no more than

60 °C max. - otherwise there is a risk of damaging the vehicle paint.

Before driving through a car wash fold in the exterior mirrors - risk of dam-

Use hard wax preserve (at least twice a

year), apply wax to clean and dry body

Paint

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age.

Use polish, then wax (if the polish does

not contain any preservative ingredi-

ents)

Paint has gone

matt

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For vehicles with roof antenna the antenna rod should be unscrewed before

driving through a car wash - there is a risk of damage.

Clear water, cloth / sponge, possibly

cleaners provided for this purpose

CAUTION

Plastic parts

Soiling

Washing the vehicle with high-pressure cleaners

Do not wash the foils using pressure washers - there is a risk of damage.

Do not aim the water jet directly at the lock cylinders or the door or opening

joints when washing the vehicle in the winter – there is a risk of freezing.

Chrome

and anodised

parts

clear water, cloth, possibly cleaners

provided for this purpose, clean then

polish with a soft dry cloth

soft sponge and mild soap solution^a)

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Soiling

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During cleaning, always keep a sufficiently large spraying distance in particu-

Films

lar from the parking sensors, the external decorative and protective plastic

parts (e.g. roof racks, spoilers, protective strips) and other vehicle parts made

of non-metallic materials, such as rubber hoses or insulation materials - other-

wise there is a risk of damage.

Windowpanes

and external mir- Soiling

ror glass

Wash with clean water and dry with a

wipe specifically for that purpose

Head / tail lights

Soiling

soft sponge and mild soap solution^a)

Door lock cylin-

ders

De-icing fluid specifically for that pur-

pose

Snow/ice

Wiper / wiper

blades

Soiling

Windscreen cleaner, sponge or cloth

Clear water, then apply appropriate

substance

Wheels

a)

A mild soap solution consisting of 2 tablespoons of natural soap to 1 litre of lukewarm water.

The jack is maintenance-free. If necessary, the moving parts of the jack should

be lubricated with a suitable lubricant.

Protection of cavities

All the cavities of your vehicle which are at risk from corrosion are protected

by a layer of long-lasting protective wax applied in the factory.

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If any small amount of wax flow out of the cavities at high temperatures, these

must be removed with a plastic scraper and the stains cleaned using a petrole-

um cleaner.

Windows and door mirrors

Do not clean the inside of the windows with sharp objects - there is a risk

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of damage to the filaments.

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Do not use a cloth which has been used to polish the body - this could dirty

Underbody

the window and impair visibility.

Head / tail lights

The underside of your vehicle is already permanently protected by the factory

against chemical and mechanical influences.

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Do not wipe head/tail lamps dry, do not use any sharp objects - risk of dam-

We recommend having the protective coating — preferably before the begin-

ning of winter and at the end of winter.

age to the protective coating and cracks forming on the headlamp glass cov-

ers.

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Door lock cylinders

Product life of the films

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Make sure that as little water as possible gets into the locking cylinder

Environmental influences (eg. sunlight, humidity, air pollution, chipping) will af-

fect the life of the films. Films will age and become brittle - this is entirely nor-

mal; this is not a fault.

when washing the vehicle - there is a risk of freezing the lock cylinder!

Wheels

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Heavy soiling of the wheels can affect the balance of the wheels - the re-

The sunlight may also affect the strength of the film colour.

sult can be a vibration, which can cause premature wear of the steering.

When transporting a load on the roof rack (e.g. roof box or similar) there is an

increased risk of film damage (e.g. of chipping from the secured load).

Caring for the interior

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CAUTION

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Vehicle paint

Vehicle compo-

Circumstances

nents

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Remedy

Repair damaged areas as soon as possible.

Matt-painted parts should not be treated with polishes or hard waxes.

Do not polish in a dusty environment - risk of paint scratches.

Do not apply any paint care products to door seals or window guides.

Dust, surface

Vacuum cleaner

soiling

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Plastic parts

Do not use paint polish.

Chromed and anodised parts

Water, slightly damp cotton / wool

cloth, if necessary, mild soap solution^a),

then wipe off with a soft cloth

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Soiling (fresh)

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Do not polish in a dusty environment - risk of surface scratches.

Natural leather /

Faux leather /

Alcantara /

Stubborn stains Cleaning fluid specifically for this task

Films

Treat the leather periodically with a

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The following instructions must be observed, otherwise there is a risk of film

damage.

Care (natural

leather)

leather protecting fluid / use a care

cream with light blocker and impregna-

tion after each cleaning

Fabric

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Do not use dirty cloths or sponges for cleaning.

Do not use a scraper or other means to remove ice and snow.

Do not polish the films

Do not use a high pressure cleaner on the films.

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Remove stubborn hair using a “cleaning

glove”.

tara / material) Remove pills from materials with a

brush

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Care (Alcan-

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Rubber seals

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Do not treat the door seals and window guides deal with anything - the

Water, slightly damp cloth or sponge, if

protective varnish coating could be damaged.

Plastic parts

Soiling

necessary cleaners specifically for this

purpose

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Care and maintenance

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Covers on electrically heated seats

Do not clean either with water or with other liquids - risk of damage to the

Vehicle compo-

nents

Circumstances

Remedy

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heating system.

Wash with clean water and dry with a

wipe specifically for that purpose

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Windows

Soiling

Do not dry by switching on the heating.

Seat belts

Covers on electri-

cally heated seats

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After cleaning the belts, allow them to dry before retracting them.

Soiling

Cleaners specifically for this purpose

soft cloth and mild soap solution^a)

Note

Seat belts »

During vehicle use, some minor changes may become visible on the leather

and Alcantara (due to e.g. folds, discolouration).

a)

A mild soap solution consisting of 2 tablespoons of natural soap to 1 litre of lukewarm water.

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WARNING

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Never clean the seat belts chemically as chemical cleaning products could

destroy the fabric.

Air fresheners and scents can be hazardous to heath when the tempera-

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ture inside the vehicle is high.

CAUTION

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Natural leather / Faux leather / Alcantara / material

Avoid standing for lengthy periods in bright sunlight, and protect the mate-

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rials by covering to prevent them from fading.

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Remove fresh stains (e.g. from pens, lipstick, shoe polish and similar) as

soon as possible.

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Ensure that no part of the leather is soaked through during cleaning and

that no water gets into the seams - risk of damaging the leather!

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Do not clean the roof panelling with a brush – risk of damage to the surface

of the panelling.

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Do not use leather cleaners, floor wax, shoe cream, stain remover or similar

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agents on Alcantara seat upholstery.

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Some clothing fabrics (e.g. dark denim) do not have sufficient colour fast-

ness - this could lead to clearly visible discolouration on the upholstery. This

is not a defect in the fabric.

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Sharp objects on garments (e.g. zips, rivets, sharp- edged belts) can dam-

age the upholstery fabrics in the vehicle. Such damage will not be recognised

as a justified complaint.

Plastic parts

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Do not attach scents or air fresheners to the dash panel – risk of damage to

the dash panel.

Windows

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Do not attach any stickers to the filaments - there is risk of damage.

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CAUTION

Inspecting and replenishing

Fuel

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Never drive until the fuel tank is completely empty! Irregular supply of fuel

can cause misfiring, which can result in damage to parts of the engine and the

exhaust system.

Immediately remove any fuel that has spilled onto the vehicle's paintwork –

risk of paint damage.

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 Introduction

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If you would like to operate your vehicle in countries other than those with

the intended weather conditions, please contact a ŠKODA partner. They will

tell you whether the fuel specified by the manufacturer is offered in that coun-

try and/or whether the manufacturer will sanction operating the vehicle with

another fuel.

Petrol Refuelling

Fig. 134 Label with prescribed fuel / graphic designation of fuel types

The correct fuel for your vehicle is specified on the inside of the fuel filler

flap» Fig. 134.

The fuel tank has a capacity of about 35 litres, including a reserve of approx.

4 litres.

Graphic name of the fuel types » Fig. 134

A

B

C

D

Unleaded petrol

Diesel

CNG (compressed natural gas)

Percentage of organic

Fig. 135 Opening the fuel filler flap / unscrewing the tank cap / placing

the tank cap on the fuel filler flap

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Switch off the ignition.

Open out the fuel filler flap in the direction of arrow

Hold the fuel tank cap firmly and unlock with the key counter-clockwise.

Unscrew the tank cap in the direction of arrow

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WARNING

Fuel vapours are explosive - can be fatal!

1

» Fig. 135.

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2

.

Remove the tank cap and place on top of the filler flap in direction of arrow

3

.

Insert the pump nozzle into the fuel filler tube as far as it will go.

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The fuel tank is full as soon as the pump nozzle switches off for the first time.

Not continue refuelling.

Remove the pump nozzle from the fuel filler tube and put it back in the

pump.

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Inspecting and replenishing

2

Screw in the tank cap in the opposite direction to the arrow

bly locks into place.

until it audi-

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CAUTION

Petrol additives (additives)

Unleaded petrol in accordance with the prescribed standards meets all the

conditions for a smooth running engine. We therefore do not recommend mix-

ing fuel additives into the petrol - risk of engine damage or damage to the ex-

haust system.

Hold the fuel cap hold firmly, lock with the key clockwise and remove the

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key.

Close the fuel filler flap until it clicks into place.

Unleaded petrol

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The following additives may not be used - risk of engine damage or dam-

age to the exhaust system!

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Additives with metal components (metallic additives), in particular with

manganese and iron content.

Fuels with metallic content (e.g. LRP - lead replacement petrol).

The correct fuel for the vehicle is specified on the inside of the fuel filler flap

» Fig. 134 on page 109.

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The vehicle can only be operated with unleaded petrol containing a maximum

of 10% bioethanol (E10).

Note

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Unleaded petrol that has a higher octane number than that required by the

engine can be used without limitations.

On vehicles using the prescribed unleaded petrol of min. 95 RON, the use of

petrol with a higher octane number than 95 RON can lead to an increase in

power and reduction in fuel consumption.

Unleaded petrol must meet European standard EN 228 (in Germany DIN

51626-1 or E10 for unleaded petrol with octane numbers 95 and 91).

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Specified petrol is 95 RON / ROZ

Use min. 95 ROZ petrol.

Refuelling with CNG (compressed natural gas)

In an emergency, 91. 92 or93 ROZ petrol can be used (slight loss of power,

slightly increased fuel consumption) »

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CAUTION

The following instructions must be observed, otherwise there is a risk of dam-

age to the engine and to the exhaust system.

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When petrol with a lower than the prescribed octane is used, only continue

driving at mid-range engine speeds and with minimal strain on the engine. Re-

fuel using petrol of the prescribed octane number as soon as possible.

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Lower than 91 octane petrol should not be used, even in an emergency!

If a fuel other than unleaded fuel which complies to the above mentioned

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standards (e.g. leaded petrol) is put in the tank by mistake, do not start the en-

gine or switch on the ignition.

Fig. 136 Natural gas filler tubes

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Natural gas refuelling may vary from station to station. When refuelling with

natural gas at a station unfamiliar to you, you should get someone to instruct

you or allow the fuelling operation carried out by the station staff.

Refuelling operation

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Switch off the ignition.

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Open the fuel filler flap.

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CNG

A

Remove cap

» Fig. 136 in the direction of the arrow and insert connector

B

for the refuelling system into filler neck

.

The fuel tank is full when the compressor of the refuelling system automatical-

ly switches off.

C

B

Check that sealing ring

» Fig. 136 has remained inserted in filler neck . If

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the sealing ring has slipped on the connector, reinsert it into the filler neck.

A

Insert cap

place.

into the filler neck and close the fuel filler flap until it locks into

The natural gas refuelling systems have an overfill protection relating to the

outdoor temperature. At very high outside temperatures, it may happen that

the gas tank may not be fully refuelled.

Fig. 137 Position of the CNG label(s).

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If the car is parked directly after a refuelling operation, on restart the pointer

of the gas gauge may not show exactly the same level as immediately after the

filling process. This is not a leak in the system, but a reduction in pressure due

to the cooling of the gas in the gas tank after refuelling.

A G-TEC-vehicle may be operated with CNG and unleaded petrol.

Positioning of the CNG sticker in natural gas vehicles » Fig. 137.

The maximum lifetime of the gas tank is 20 years.

Automatically switching over from natural gas mode to petrol mode

The vehicle automatically switches from natural gas to petrol, for example, if

the following situations occur.

The capacity of the natural gas fuel tank is about 11 kg, of which about 1.5 kg

are in the reserve tank.

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With an empty gas tank or not enough pressure in the tank.

After natural gas refueling (for protecting the petrol fuel system).

The capacity of the petrol fuel tank is approximately 10 litres, of which about 5

litres is in the reserve tank.

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At very low surrounding temperatures.

Never fully empty the petrol tank. After the warning light comes on  Refuel

petrol at the nearest petrol station.

WARNING

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Natural gas is highly explosive and highly flammable.

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When refuelling, never get into the vehicle. If you have to get into your

To ensure the correct functioning of the fuel system, every 6 months the fuel

tank should be run down until the warning light  comes on.

vehicle in exceptional cases, touch a metal surface before you touch the fill-

ing coupling again. Otherwise, electrostatic discharging may occur - risk of

fire!

Gas leak

If a gas leak is suspected (noticeable odour), proceed as follows.

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Stop the vehicle.

Switch off the ignition.

Extinguish cigarettes, switch off spark-producing or incendiary items and re-

CAUTION

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LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas), LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) and hythane (mix-

ture of hydrogen and methane) must not be used - there is a risk of damaging

the engine and the exhaust system.

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move them from the vehicle.

Open doors and the boot lid to ventilate the vehicle sufficiently.

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Note

During the filling process sounds are heard which are harmless. If you are un-

sure which service station staff to use, ask the petrol station staff.

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Do not continue if the odour persists.

CAUTION

If it is not possible to drive a vehicle with a gas leak out of an enclosed area

(e.g. tunnel, underpass, garage, ferry etc.), call the emergency services imme-

diately.

In the event of contact between the vehicle underbody and an obstacle or in

the event of an accident, the gas container may become damaged. If this is the

case, have the vehicle checked by a specialist garage immediately. If you smell

gas,  stop driving! Switch off the engine and seek assistance from a special-

ist garage.

Seek help from a specialist garage to correct the gas system fault.

In a traffic accident

If a gas leak is suspected in a traffic accident, proceed as follows.

Engine compartment

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Switch off the ignition.

Extinguish cigarettes, switch off spark-producing or incendiary items and re-

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move them from the vehicle.

Have all the occupants get out.

Keep all persons away from the vehicle. We recommend standing at least 10

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WARNING

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Never cover the engine with additional insulation material (e.g. with a cov-

er) – risk of fire!

metres from the vehicle.

Inform the emergency services that it is a natural gas vehicle.

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Regular gas system checks

WARNING

Regular gas system checks on natural gas-powered vehicles must be carried

out in a specialist workshops. The vehicle owner is responsible for ensuring

tests are carried out in accordance with regulations.

When 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!

Every 2 years

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check the filler cap.

Check the condition of the filler necks and sealing ring in the filler necks, and

WARNING

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Instructions before beginning work in the engine compartment

Turn off the engine and remove the ignition key.

Firmly apply the handbrake.

For vehicles with manual transmission the lever into the neutral position.

For vehicles with automated manual transmission shift the lever to posi-

tion N.

Allow the engine to cool.

Never open the bonnet if you can see steam or coolant flowing out of the

clean the sealing ring if necessary.

Check the gas system for leaks and carry out an examination of gas contain-

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ers.

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Every 20 years

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replace the gas tank.

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WARNING

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Do not underestimate the smell of gas in the car or when refuelling - it

engine compartment – risk of scalding! Wait until the steam or coolant has

stopped escaping.

may result in fire, explosion and injury.

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The natural gas tanks in the vehicle must not be exposed to unwanted

heat sources.

WARNING

Information for working in the engine compartment

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Keep everyone away from the engine compartment.

Do not touch any hot engine parts – risk of burns!

Never touch the radiator fan. The radiator fan may still turn suddenly

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about 10 minutes after switching off the ignition!

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WARNING (Continued)

Do not smoke in the vicinity of the engine and avoid the use of open

Opening and closing the bonnet

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flames or sparks.

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Do not leave any items (e.g. cloths or tools) in the engine compartment.

This presents a fire hazard and the risk of engine damage.

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Read and observe the information and warning instructions on the fluid

containers.

WARNING

Information for working in the engine compartment with the engine run-

ning

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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!

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Never touch the electric wiring on the ignition system.

Avoid short circuits in the electrical system, particularly on the vehicle's

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battery.

CAUTION

Only refill using fluids with the proper specification - risk of damage to the ve-

hicle!

Fig. 138 Opening the bonnet

 Read and observe and on page 112 first.

Open flap

Note

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Fluids with the proper specifications can be purchased from the ŠKODA

Original Accessories or from the ŠKODA Genuine Parts ranges.

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We recommend you have the operating fluids replaced by a specialist ga-

Ensure that the windscreen wipers are not raised away from the windscreen

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rage.

- risk of damage to the bonnet.

Open the front door and pull the release lever below the dash panel in the

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1

direction of arrow

» Fig. 138.

2

Press the release lever in the direction of arrow

locked.

and the bonnet will be un-

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3

4

Raise the bonnet in the direction of the arrow

Remove the lid prop in the direction of arrow

.

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A

from its fixture

.

Secure the open bonnet lid by inserting the end of the support into the open-

5

ing in the direction of arrow

.

Close the flap

Lift the bonnet.

›



Decouple the bonnet support and press into the holder designed to hold it.

›

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Drop down the bonnet lid from a height of about 20 cm applying light pres-

sure until it clicks safely into place.

Check that the bonnet is closed.

›

Windscreen washer fluid

Fig. 140

Windscreen washer fluid reser-

voir

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!

CAUTION

When closing the bonnet “do not press down” - there is a risk of damaging the

bonnet.

 Read and observe and on page 112 first.

Engine compartment overview

A

The windscreen washer fluid reservoir

ment » Fig. 140.

is located in the engine compart-

The capacity of the reservoir is approximately 3 litres.

Use a suitable windscreen washer fluid for the current or expected weather

conditions. We recommend that you use windscreen washer fluid from

ŠKODA Original Accessories.

CAUTION

■

Only use liquids that do not attack polycarbonates - otherwise there is a risk

of damage to the headlights.

■

Do not remove the filter from the windscreen washer fluid reservoir when

replenishing it with liquid otherwise the liquid transportation system can be-

come contaminated, which can cause the windscreen washer system to mal-

function.

Fig. 139 Arrangement (example) in the engine compartment

 Read and observe and on page 112 first.

Engine oil

A

B

C

D

E

Engine oil dipstick

Brake fluid reservoir

Vehicle battery

Engine oil filler opening

Coolant expansion reservoir

Windscreen washer fluid reservoir

115

116

117

115

116

114

Specification

To find out which type of engine oil you can use for your vehicle, contact a

specialist garage.

If this oil is not available, other oils can also be refilled. To prevent engine dam-

age, a maximum of 0.5 l of engine oil with the following specifications may be

used until the next oil change: VW 502 00, ACEA A3/ACEA B4 or API SN, (API

SM).

F

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CAUTION

Checking and refilling

■

A

The oil level must never fall outside range

» Fig. 141 - otherwise there is a

risk of damaging the engine and the exhaust system.

Fig. 141

Dipstick

■

A

If a top up with oil is not possible or the oil level is above range ,  do not

continue driving! Switch off the engine and seek assistance from a specialist

garage.

■

Do not add any additives to the engine oil - risk of engine damage.

Note

■

If the engine oil level is too low, a warning light lights up in the instrument

cluster  » page 27. Nevertheless, we recommend checking the oil level on a

regular basis using the dipstick.

We recommend that you use oils from ŠKODA Original Accessories.

The engine uses up some oil, depending on driving style and operating condi-

tions (up to 0.5 l / 1 000 km). Consumption may be slightly higher than this

during the first 5 000 km.

■

Coolant

Have the oil change carried out by a specialist garage during the inspection.

 Introduction

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.

The coolant helps to keep the engine temperature down, and consists of water

and coolant additive (with additives that protect the cooling system against

corrosion and prevent furring).

Checking the level

The proportion of coolant additive in the coolant must be 40 to 60 %.

Wait a few minutes until the engine oil flows back into the oil trough.

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 correct mix of water and coolant additive should be checked and if neces-

sary corrected by a specialist garage.

›

WARNING

A

The oil level must lie in range

must be added.

» Fig. 141. If the oil level is below range , oil

■

The following instructions must be followed at all times when working on

the engine compartment » page 112.

■

Never open the end cover of the coolant expansion reservoir while the

Refilling

engine is still warm. The cooling system is pressurised - risk of scalding or

injury from splashes of coolant!

D

Unscrew the cap of the engine oil filler opening

Add oil of the correct specification in portions of 0.5 litres » page 114.

Check the oil level.

Screw the lid of the engine oil filler closed carefully.

» Fig. 139 on page 114.

›

■

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.

WARNING

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

medical help.

The following instructions must be followed at all times when working on

the engine compartment » page 112.



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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.

If the expansion tank is empty, do not top up with coolant. The system could

aerate - risk of engine damage!  Do not drive the vehicle! Switch off the en-

gine and seek assistance from a specialist garage.

■

A

Do not fill the coolant above the mark

» Fig. 142. The coolant could, when

Checking and refilling

heated, be expelled from the cooling system - risk of damage to the engine

parts.

Fig. 142

Coolant expansion reservoir

■

If it is not possible to add coolant,  do not continue 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.

 Read and observe and on page 115 first.

Note

Check and refill coolant under the following conditions.

If the coolant level is too low, a warning light lights up in the instrument clus-

ter» page 27. We still recommend inspecting the coolant level directly at the

reservoir from time to time.



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.

Brake fluid

A

Check the coolant level - The coolant level must lie between the marks

B

and

» Fig. 142. If the coolant level is below the mark , top up with coolant.

Fig. 143

Brake fluid reservoir

Refilling

The reservoir 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 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

Check the brake fluid under the following conditions.

» Fig. 142.



The vehicle is on a horizontal surface.

The engine is turned off.

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.



Check brake fluid level - The brake fluid level must lie between the markings



“MIN” and “MAX” » Fig. 143.

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Specification - The brake fluid must comply with the standard VW 501 14

Warning symbols on the vehicle battery

(this standard meets the requirements of FMVSS 116 DOT4).

Symbol

Importance

The brake fluid change is carried out during the inspection.

Always wear eye protection.



WARNING

Battery acid is severely caustic. Always wear gloves and eye pro-

tection.

■

If the date of the brake fluid change is exceeded, steam bubbles could





form in the brake system during heavy braking. This can impair the efficien-

cy of the brakes – risk of accident!

Keep fire, sparks, open flames and lit cigarettes well clear of the

vehicle battery.

■

The following instructions must be followed at all times when working on

When charging the vehicle battery, a highly explosive gas mixture

is produced.

the engine compartment » page 112.





■

If the fluid level drops significantly within a short time or if it drops below

the “MIN” » Fig. 143 mark, this may be an indication of a leak in the brake

system.  Do not continue driving - There is a risk of accident! Seek help

from a specialist garage.

Keep children away from the vehicle battery.

WARNING

Battery acid is highly corrosive - it can cause injury, chemical burns or poi-

soning! Corrosive vapours in the air irritate and damage the respiratory

tract and the eyes. The following guidelines must be observed.

Note

A low brake fluid level is indicated by the warning light  in the instrument

cluster » page 26,  Braking system. We still recommend inspecting the brake

fluid level in the reservoir from time to time.

■

Always wear protective gloves, eye and skin protection when handling

the vehicle battery.

■

If your eyes or skin come into contact with the electrolytic fluid, immedi-

Vehicle battery

ately wash the affected area for a few minutes with a lot of water. Get

medical assistance without delay.

 Introduction

■

Keep the vehicle battery away from people who are not completely inde-

pendent (e.g. children).

Do not tilt the battery otherwise battery electrolyte may flow out of the

battery vent openings.

The vehicle battery represents a power source for the motor to start and for

the supply of electrical consumers in the car.

■

Automatic consumer shutdown - Car battery discharge protection

The on-board power supply system tries to prevent the vehicle battery from

discharging in the following ways when it is subject to heavy loading.

WARNING

Working on the car battery may cause explosion, fire, injury or chemical

burn! The following guidelines must be observed.

Do not smoke, use open flames or light or transmitting devices.

▶

By increasing the engine idle speed.

Through the power limitation of certain consumers.

▶

■

▶

■

By switching off some consumers (heated seats, heated rear window) for as

A discharged vehicle battery may freeze slightly. Never charge up a fro-

long as necessary.

zen or thawed vehicle battery. Replace a frozen vehicle battery.

■

Never use a damaged vehicle battery.

■

Do not connect the battery terminals, bridging the two poles will cause a



short circuit.

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If the vehicle is not used for longer than 3 to 4 weeks, then disconnect the

negative terminal  of the battery or charge the battery constantly with a very

low charging current.

CAUTION

Ensure that battery acid does not come into contact with the bodywork – risk

of damage to the paintwork.

Note

Charging

■

We recommend having all work on the vehicle battery carried out by a spe-

cialist garage.

You should replace batteries older than 5 years.

 Read and observe and on page 117 first.

■

Only charge the battery when the ignition and all consumers are switched off.

Refer to the instructions of the charger manufacturer.

Charging

Checking the condition

Fig. 144

For vehicles with the START-STOP system or auxiliary heater , connect the

-terminal of the charger on the battery’s  - pole,  the - terminal of the

charger to the ground point of the engine » page 129.

›

Vehicle battery: Electrolyte level

indicator

For vehicles without the START-STOP system or auxiliary heating, connect

the charger terminals to the corresponding battery poles ( to ,  to ).

›

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.

 Read and observe and on page 117 first.

›

A charging current of 0.1 multiple of the total vehicle battery capacity (or low-

er) must be used until full charging is achieved.

The battery condition is checked regularly by a specialist garage as part of the

inspection service.

WARNING

Check the acid level

■

When charging the vehicle battery, hydrogen is released - risk of explo-

sion. An explosion can be caused through sparking while unclamping or

loosening the cable plug.

So-called“quick-charging” of the vehicle battery is dangerous and re-

quires a special charger and specialist knowledge. Therefore, “Quick load-

For car batteries with acid level indicator, acidity can be checked on the basis

of a colour display. In vehicle batteries with the label “AGM” there is no acid

level examination.

■

Air bubbles can influence the colour of the indicator. For this reason carefully

tap on the indicator before carrying out the check » Fig. 144.

ing” must be carried out by a specialist garage.

Black colour – electrolyte level is correct.

Colourless or light yellow colour – electrolyte level too low, the battery must

be replaced.

Disconnecting/reconnecting and changing

 Read and observe and on page 117 first.

Battery discharge

The new vehicle battery must have the same capacity, voltage, current and

size as the original battery.

If frequent short journeys are made, the vehicle battery does not recharge suf-

ficiently.



We recommend you have the battery replaced by a specialist garage.

The battery capacity decreases at low temperatures.

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To disconnect, switch off the ignition and disconnect the negative terminal

first , then disconnect the positive terminal .

When reconnecting the battery, reconnect the positive terminal first ,

then connect the negative terminal .

›

Wheels

Wheels and tyres

Advice on tyre/wheel usage

If the battery is disconnected and reconnected, it is possible that the time dis-

play is reset » page 32.

During the first 500 km, new tyres do not offer optimum grip; appropriate

care should therefore be taken when driving.

CAUTION

■

Tyres with the deeper profiles should always be fitted to the front wheels.

Disconnect the battery only with the ignition and consumers turned off - risk

of damaging the electrical system of the vehicle.

Before disconnecting the battery, always close the power windows and the

Rims and wheel bolts are matched to each other in terms of design. We rec-

ommend that you use rims and wheel bolts from ŠKODA Original Accessories.

■

tilt/slide sunroof - otherwise the electrics for these may malfunction.

Wheels and tyres should always be stored in a cool, dry and dark place. The

tyres themselves should be stored vertically.

■

Under no circumstances mix up the charging cables – risk of fire.

Note

Tyre life

After disconnecting and reconnecting the vehicle battery, we recommend

having the vehicle checked by a specialist to ensure that the full functionality

of the vehicle is guaranteed.

Tyres age and lose their original characteristics, even if they are not being

used. Do not use tyres that are older than 6 years.

The manufacturing date is indicated on the tyre sidewall (possibly on the in-

side). E.g. DOT ... 10 18... means that the tyres were produced in the 10th week

of the year 2018.

Tyre damage

We recommend checking your tyres and wheel rims for damage (punctures,

cuts, splits and bulges etc.) on a regular basis.

Remove any foreign objects in the tyre’s profile immediately (e.g. small

stones).

Foreign bodies which have penetrated into the tyre (e.g. screws or nails)

should not be removed and help should be sought from a specialist garage.

Fitting new tyres

Only fit approved radial tyres of the same type, size (rolling circumference) and

the same tread pattern on one axle on all four wheels.

When mounting new tires the tires have to be replaced axle by axle.

Unidirectional tyres

The direction of rotation of the tyres is marked by arrows on the wall of the

tyre.



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Wheels

The specified running direction must be strictly adhered to, otherwise the fol-

lowing tyre characteristics may be degraded.

Tyre pressure is always to match the load.

B

C

D

Inflation pressure for cold tyres

Inflation pressure for half load

Inflation pressure for increased driving comfort at half load (slightly in-

creased fuel consumption and emissions)

▶

Driving stability.

Traction.

▶

Tyre noise and tyre wear.

E

F

Inflation pressure for full load

Tyre pressure value on the front axle

Tyre pressure value on the rear axle

WARNING

Never use damaged tyres or tyres that are older than 6 years, go - risk of

accident.

G

The approved tyre sizes for your vehicle are listed in the vehicle's technical

documentation and in the declaration of conformity (the so-called COC docu-

ment).

CAUTION

■

The tyres must be protected from contact with substances (e.g. 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 specialist

workshop.

Check tyre pressures

Check the tyre pressure, including that of the spare wheel, at least once a

month and also before setting off on a long journey.

■

Do not use alloy rims with a burnished or polished surface in winter condi-

tions - there is a risk of wheel damage (e.g. from the road grit).

Always check the inflation pressure when the tyres are cold. Do not reduce

the higher pressure on warm tyres.

Tyre pressure

In vehicles with tyre pressure monitoring, tyre pressure values must be saved

each time the pressures are changed » page 101.

WARNING

■

Do not drive with incorrect tyre pressure - risk of accident.

In the event of very rapid pressure loss (e.g. in the event of tyre damage)

■

an attempt should be made to bring the vehicle carefully to a stop without

sudden steering movements and without any hard braking - risk of acci-

dent.

Note

Fig. 145 An example on the position of the sticker / tyre inflation

The declaration of conformity (the so-called COC document), can be obtained

from a ŠKODA¹⁾partner.

A

The specified tyre pressures are shown on label

» Fig. 145.

The sticker can be located at the following locations.

▶

B-pillar on the driver's side.

Inside of the fuel filler flap.

▶

1)

Only valid for some countries and some models.

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A temporary spare wheel is provided with a warning label on the rim. Only use

this temporary spare wheel to reach the nearest specialist garage since it is

not intended for permanent use.

Tyre wear and wheel change

Instructions for using a temporary spare wheel

▶

Do not cover the warning sign.

Be particularly observant when driving.

▶

Inflate the spare wheel to the maximum prescribed inflation pressure

» page 120.

WARNING

A temporary spare wheel can only be used for a short time in the event of a

breakdown and with a correspondingly careful driving method.

Fig. 146 Tyre wear indicator / wheel change

Tyre wear increases in the following circumstances.

Tyre marking

▶

Incorrect tyre pressures.

Driving style (e.g. fast cornering, rapid acceleration / braking).

Incorrect wheel balancing (you should have the wheels balanced after chang-

ing/repair tyres or if the steering “is drifting”).

Wheel alignment errors.

▶

Explanation of tyre markings - e.g. 175/65 R 14 82 T

175

65

R

Tyre width in mm

▶

Height/width ratio in %

Code letter for the type of tyre – Radial

Diameter of wheel in inches

Load index

There are wear indicator markersin the tyre profiles, indicating whether the

minimum permissible tread depth has been reached » Fig. 146 - . A tyre

should be regarded as worn out when this indicator is flush with the tread.

Markings on the walls of the tyres with the letters “TWI” or other symbols (e.g.

), identify the position of the wear indicators.

14

82

T

Speed symbol

To ensure uniform wear on all tyres, we recommend that you change the

wheels every 10 000 km, in line with the schedule » Fig. 146 - .

Load index - indicates the maximum permissible load for each individual

tyre

load index

WARNING

80

81

82

83

■

Change the tyres at the latest when they are worn down to the wear indi-

cators - risk of accident.

Load

(In kg)



450

462

475

487

■

Faulty wheel alignment affects handling - risk of accident.

■

Unusual vibrations or the vehicle “pulling ” to one side could be a sign of

tyre damage. Reduce speed and stop! If there are no external signs of tyre

damage, seek the help of a specialist garage.

Spare wheel

A full spare wheel corresponds to the wheel mounted on the vehicle in terms

of the wheel dimensions, the tire dimension and the tire type.

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Wheels

Speed symbol - indicates the maximum permissible speed for a vehicle fit-

ted with tyres in a given category

field of vision which is constantly visible. This specification determines the

maximum vehicle speed with mounted all-season or “winter”tires, that may not

be exceeded¹⁾.

speed

symbol

S

T

U

H

Snow chains

Maximum

speed

180

190

200

210

The snow chains improve handling in wintry road conditions.

(in km/h)

Only fit snow chains with links and locks not larger than 15 mm. Remove the

full wheel trims before installing the snow chains » page 125.

WARNING

Snow chains must only be fitted on the front wheels and are applicable only to

the following wheel / tyre combinations.

Never exceed the maximum permissible load bearing capacity and speed

for the tyres fitted – risk of accident.

Rim size

5J x 14

Impression depth D

35 mm

Tyre size

165- 70

175- 65

Operating in winter conditions

All-year (or “winter”) tyres

35 mm

WARNING

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.

Do not use chains on snow and ice-free routes - the handling would be im-

paired and there is a risk of damage to the tyres.

To get the best possible driving characteristics, all-year or “winter”tyres, with a

minimum tread depth of 4 mm on all four wheels, should be fitted.

If “winter” tyres are mounted, summer tyres should be fitted again in good

time as they provide 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 temperatures above 7 °C.

Speed symbol

All-year or “winter”tyres (marked with M+S and a peak/snowflake symbol )

of a lower speed category than listed in the vehicle’s technical documentation

can be used provided that the maximum permissible speed for these tyres is

not exceeded even if the maximum possible speed of the vehicle is higher.

If the vehicle has all-season or “winter”tires of a lower speed category, as the

specified maximum speed of the vehicle is (does not apply to factory-supplied

tire), a warning sign with the maximum value provided for the mounted tire

speed rating must be affixed inside the vehicle and at a place in the driver's

1)

Valid in certain countries.

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