brake pads SKODA CITIGO 2016 1.G Owner's Manual

Brakes and Parking
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Handbrake
98
Parking
99
The wear and tear on the brake pads is dependent on the operating condi-
tions and driving style. In difficult conditions (e.g. urban, sporty driving), the
condition of the brakes should be checked between services by a specialist ga-
rage.
Brake response can be slower if the brakes are covered in moisture or, in win-
ter, have a layer of ice or salt on them . The brakes should be cleaned and
dried by applying the brakes many times over »
.
Corrosion on the brake discs and dirt on the brake pads can occur if the vehicle
has been parked for a long period and if you do not make much use of the
braking system. The brakes are cleaned by applying the brakes several times
over »
.
Before negotiating a long or steep gradient , reduce speed and shift down a
gear. As a result, the braking effect of the engine will be used, reducing the
load on the brakes. If, nevertheless, there is a need for additional braking, it
should be carried out at intervals.
Emergency braking warning - If it is necessary to brake hard, the system may
cause the brake lights to automatically flash, to alert the traffic behind.
New brake pads must first be ““run in”” because these do not initially have the
best possible braking effect. Drive especially carefully for the first 200 km or
so.
If the brake fluid level is too low, it can cause faults in the braking system ;
the warning light will light up in the instrument cluster » page 32
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 Braking
system . If the warning light does not light up, yet the stopping distance is per-
ceived to be longer than before, the driving style should be adapted in view of
the unknown cause of the problem, and braking kept to a minimum - seek the
help of a specialist garage without delay.
The brake booster increases the pressure generated with the brake pedal. The
brake booster only operates when the engine is running.
WARNING■ Greater physical effort is required for braking when the engine is switch-
ed off – risk of accident!■
When braking in a vehicle with manual transmission, when the vehicle is
in gear and at low revs, the clutch pedal must be depressed. Otherwise, the
functionality of the brake system may be impaired – risk of accident!
■
Do not depress the brake pedal, if there is no requirement to slow down.
This causes the brakes to overheat and can also result in a longer braking
distance and excessive wear - risk of accident!
■
Only brake for the purpose of drying and cleaning the brake discs if the
traffic conditions permit this. Do not place any other road users in jeopardy.
■
Recommendations for new brake pads should be followed.
■
When stopping and parking, the parking brake should always be applied
firmly, otherwise the vehicle could move off - risk of accident!
■
If a front spoiler, full wheel trim, etc. is mounted retrospectively, it must
be ensured that the air supply to the front wheel brakes is not reduced.
Otherwise, the front brakes could be in danger of overheating – risk of acci-
dent!
Handbrake
Fig. 120
Handbrake
Read and observe on page 98 first.
The handbrake secures the vehicle against unwanted movement when stop- ping and parking.
Apply
›
Pull the handbrake lever firmly upwards.
Loosening
›
Pull the handbrake lever up slightly and at the same time push in the locking
button » Fig. 120 . 
98Driving

Index
A
ABS Operation
104
Warning light34
Acceptance and recycling of used vehicles
112
Accessories110
Adjusting Steering wheel
13
Adjusting the seats12
Adjustment Light range
49
Adjust radio volume77
Advice on tyre/wheel usage128
Air-conditioning system Air outlet vents
74
air bag17
Airbag Adjustments and impairments to the airbagsystem
111
Deactivation20
Deployment18
Warning light35
Airbag system17
air conditioning recirculation
73
Air conditioning71
Climatronic73
Manual air conditioning72
Air outlet vents74
All-year tyres131
Alternator Warning light
32
AM82
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)104
Anti-theft wheel bolts136
Application management93
Connection93
Main menu94
Ashtray62
Assist systems103
Audio source85
Auto check control41
Automated manual transmission Kick-down
101
Tiptronic101
Automated transmission100
Automatically turn off the radio77
Automatic driving light control51
Automatic shutdown of consumers126
Automatic transmission Defect
33
Selector lever100
Starting-off and driving101
Warning light33
Automatic transmission modes100
AUX87
Avoiding damage to your vehicle102
B
Battery Change in key
142
Belts14
Belt tensioners16
Blues radio Device language settings
81
Display settings81
Factory settings81
Media menu84
Media menu settings81
menu settings80
Radio menu81
Radio menu settings80
safe removal of the data source81
Settings80
Sound settings80
Status line77
Blues Radio75
Device description76
Information on the device system81
Blues radio display76
Bluetooth profile93
Bluetooth® player87
Bonnet Closing
122
Opening122
Boot Class N1 vehicles
70
see boot lid46
Boot lid Automatic locking
46
Open/Close46
Brake Assist (HBA)104
Brake booster98
Brake fluid125
Check125
specification125
Brake pads new
98
Brake pedal - automatic transmission warning light
36
Brakes Brake booster
98
Brake fluid125
Braking and stabilisation systems103
Handbrake98
Information on braking98
Warning lights32
Brake system103
Braking Running in
102
Breakdown kit137
Breakdown service90
see Help in an emergency10
157Index

Power steering33
Practical equipment Pocket holder
65
Practical features Storage compartment for umbrella
64
Waste container61
Preferred contacts91
Principles of Radio Operation76
R
Radio
81
List of available stations83
Main menu82
Preset buttons83
Save channel83
Scan82
Search for stations82
Select station82
Radio operation76
Radio volume77
Raising the vehicle136
Rear fog light51
Warning light35
Rear seats57
Rear view mirror55
Rear window heating53
Rear windows Opening/closing
47
Recirculation73
Refilling Coolant
125
Engine oil124
Windscreen washer fluid123
Reflective vest133
Refuelling118
Fuel118
remote Synchronization process
45
RemoteChange battery142
Remote control Unlocking/locking the vehicle
43
Repairs and technical alterations110
Replacing Bulbs
147
Fuses144
Fuses on the side of the dash panel146
Windscreen wiper blades143
Reproduction Media
85
Restart the radio77
Rev counter30
Rims128
Roof Load
70
Roof rack70
Running in Brake pads
98
Engine102
Tyres128
S
SafeLock
44
SAFE LOCK see SafeLock
44
safety air bag
17
ISOFIX25
Safety12
Child safety21
Child safety seats21
Correct seated position12
Headrests57
ISOFIX24
TOP TETHER26
Saving electrical energy102
Saving fuel102
SD-card86
Seat belt height adjustment
15
Warning light36
Seat belts14
Belt tensioners16
fastening and unfastening16
Inertia reels16
Warning light32
Seats Adjusting the front seats
56
Folding front passenger seat56
front56
Headrests57
Heating58
Rear57
Rear seat backrests57
Setting56
Seats and head restraint56
Select broadcasting range82
Selector lever100
service110
Service Service interval display
42
Service intervals112, 113
Service Plan113
Setting Headrests
57
Mirror55
Seats56
settings Blues Radio System Information
81
Swing radio display79
Swing Radio menu settings78
Settings Blues radio
80
Blues Radio Display81
Blues radio language81
Blues radio menu media81
Blues radio menu settings80
162Index