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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 .

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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

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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.

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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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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.

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)

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Driving stability.

Traction.

▶

Tyre noise and tyre wear.

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.

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

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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.

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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)

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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.

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.

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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.

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

175

Tyre width in mm

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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.

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

■

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

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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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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

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

Valid in certain countries.

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