Skoda OCTAVIA, Owner'S Manual

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CAUTION
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In an emergency, another engine oil to be refilled. To prevent damage to the
engine, a maximum of 0.5 litres only of the following engine oils may be used:
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For petrol engine models: ACEA A3/ACEA B4 or API SN, (API SM);
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For diesel engine models: ACEA C3 or API CJ-4.
Checking the oil level
Fig. 206 Principle sketch: Dipstick
Read and observe and on page 197 first.
The dipstick indicates the engine oil level .
Dipstick » Fig. 206
The oil level must be within this range.
The oil can be checked and topped up, if the following conditions are satisfied.
The vehicle is on a horizontal surface.
The engine operating temperature is reached.
The engine is turned off.
The bonnet is open.
Checking the level
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Wait a few minutes until the engine oil flows back into the oil trough.
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Pull out the dipstick.
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Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth and insert it again to the stop.
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Pull the dipstick out again and check the oil level.
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Re-insert the dipstick.
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The engine consumes a little oil. The oil consumption may be as much as 0.5
l/1000 km depending on your style of driving and the conditions under which
you operate your vehicle. Consumption may be slightly higher than this during
the first 5 000 km.
The oil level must be checked at regular intervals.
In case of low oil level, the instrument cluster display shows a warning light
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as well as the relevant notification » page 38 . Check the oil level using the dip-
stick as soon as possible. Add oil accordingly.
CAUTION
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The oil level must never be above the range
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» Fig. 206 - risk of damage to
the motor as well as the exhaust system.
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If for some reason it is not possible to top up the engine oil under the current
circumstances,
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do not continue driving! Switch off the engine and seek as-
sistance from a specialist garage.
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If the oil level is above level
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do not continue to drive! Switch off the
engine and seek assistance from a specialist garage.
Replenishing
Read and observe and on page 197 first.
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Unscrew the cap of the engine oil filler opening » Fig. 204 on page 196 .
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Replenish the oil in portions of 0.5 litres in accordance with the correct speci-
fications
» page 197 .
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Check the oil level » page 198 .
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Screw the lid of the engine oil filler closed carefully.
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Pull the dipstick out as far as the stop.
Coolant
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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Checking the coolant level
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Replenishing 200
The coolant provides cooling for the motor.
It consists of water and coolant additive with additives that protect the cooling
system against corrosion and prevents furring.
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General Maintenance