overheating SKODA CITIGO 2015 1.G Owner's Manual

At a speed of more than approximately 20 km/h the warning light  flashes
and an audible warning sounds at a time.
The warning signal is switched of and the 
indicator light is permanently lit if
the driver and front passenger have not fastened their seat belts within the
next 90 seconds.
 Alternator
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
 illuminates - the battery is not being charged whilst the engine is running.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
CAUTION
If in addition to the symbol  the symbol  » page 35 illuminates while driv-
ing,  stop driving - risk of engine damage! Switch off the engine and seek as-
sistance from a specialist garage.
 Engine oil pressure too low
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
 lights up or flashes - the engine oil pressure is too low.
An audible signal sounds as a warning.
›
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the engine oil level
» page 109 , Checking the oil level .
If the warning light  illuminates or flashes, do not drive any further, even if
the oil level is correct! Switch off the engine and seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage.
CAUTION
■ The oil pressure light  is not an oil level indicator! One should therefore
check the oil level at regular intervals, preferably after every refuelling stop.■
If for some reason, it is not possible to top up the engine oil under the cur-
rent circumstances, 
do not continue driving! Switch off the engine and seek
assistance from a specialist garage.
 Coolant
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
 lights up or flashes - the coolant temperature is too high or the coolant lev-
el is too low.
An audible signal sounds as a warning tone.
›
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and allow the engine to cool down.
›
Check the coolant level, if necessary top up the coolant.
If the coolant is within the specified range, the cooling fan may be malfunc-
tioning.
›
Switch off the ignition.
›
Check the fuse for the cooling fan, replace if necessary.
If the coolant level and fan fuse are both OK but the warning light  is still
illuminated ,

do not drive any further!
Seek help from a specialist garage.
  Automated transmission
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
fault
 lights up - there is a fault in the automatic transmission.
An audible signal sounds as a warning tone.

Do not continue to drive! Switch off the engine and seek assistance from a
specialist garage.
Functional impairment
 lights up and gear change is not possible - for technical reasons there may
be an impairment of the automatic transmission.
›
Stop the car, turn the ignition off and on again.
If the warning light  lights up after you again switch on the ignition, seek as-
sistance from a specialist garage.
Gearbox overheating
 and is possibly also
 illuminated - the automatic transmission is overheat-
ing.
An audible signal sounds as a warning tone. 
35Instruments and control lights

Mechanical window lifterFig. 34
Window operation: left / right
Read and observe
and on page 43 first.
Using the respective window crank only one window can be operated mechan-
ically.
Opening
›
Lift the crank in the direction of arrow
A
» Fig. 34 .
Closing
›
Turn the crank in the direction of the arrow
B
» Fig. 34 .
Electric WindowsElectric Windows
Fig. 35
Buttons for window levers
Read and observe and on page 43 first.
The electrical power windows can only be operated when the ignition is
switched on.
The windows in the front doors can be operated from the driving position.
Power window buttons » Fig. 35
Front door left
Front door right
Opening›
Lightly press the appropriate button down and hold it until the window has
moved into the desired position.
Releasing the button causes the window to halt immediately.
Closing
›
Pull gently on the top edge of the corresponding button and hold until the
window has moved into the desired position.
Releasing the button causes the window to halt immediately.
The window lift mechanism is protected against overheating. Repeated open-
ing and closing of the window can cause this mechanism to overheat. If this
happens, it will not be possible to operate the window for a short time. You
will be able to operate the window again as soon as the overheating protec-
tion has cooled down.
CAUTION
■ Keep the windows clean to ensure the correct functionality of the electric
windows.■
Always close the windows before disconnecting the battery.
Open/close window in the passenger door
Fig. 36
Power window button
Read and observe and on page 43 first.
The button in the front passenger door is only for that window. 
AB44Using the system

WARNINGPlease note that the handbrake must be fully released. A handbrake which
is only partially released can result in the rear brakes overheating. This can
have a negative effect on the operation of the brake system – risk of acci-
dent!
Parking
Read and observe
and on page 78 first.
When stopping and parking, look for a place with a suitable surface » .
Only carry out the activities while parking in the specified order.
›
Bring the vehicle to a stop and depress the brake pedal.
›
Firmly apply the handbrake.
›
For vehicles with automated gearbox shift the lever to position D or R.
›
Switch off the engine.
›
For vehicles with manual transmission select 1st gear or reverse gear (R) .
›
Release the brake pedal.
WARNINGThe parts of the exhaust system can become very hot. Therefore, never
stop the vehicle at places where the underside of your vehicle can come in-
to contact with flammable materials such as dry grass, undergrowth,
leaves, spilled fuel or such like. - Risk of fire and serious injury can occur!
Manual gear changing and pedals
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Manual gear changing
80
Pedals
80Manual gear changingFig. 93
The shift pattern
The shift pattern for the individual gear positions is shown on the gear lever » Fig. 93 ,
The gearshift indicator must be observed when changing gear » page 30.
Always depress the clutch pedal all the way down. This prevents uneven wear
to the clutch.
Reverse gear is engaged
›
Stop the vehicle.
›
The clutch pedal is fully depressed.
›
Move the shift lever to the idle position switch and press down.
›
Move the shift lever fully to the right and then backwards in position R.
The reversing lights will come on once reverse gear is engaged, provided the
ignition is on.
WARNINGNever engage reverse gear when driving – risk of accident!
CAUTION
■ If not in the process of changing gear, do not leave your hand on the gear-
shift lever while driving. The pressure from the hand can cause the gearshift
mechanism to wear excessively.■
When stopping on a slope, never try to hold the vehicle in position by using
the accelerator pedal and the clutch – this may lead to clutch damage.
Pedals
The operation of the pedals must not be hindered under any circumstances! 
80Driving

CAUTION■ Do not continue if for some reason it is not possible to fill with coolant un-
der the current circumstances! Switch off the engine and seek assistance from
a specialist garage.■
If the expansion tank is empty, do not top up with coolant. The system could
fill with air - risk of engine damage, 
stop driving! Switch off the engine and
seek assistance from a specialist garage.
■
The concentration of coolant additive in the coolant must never be under
40%.
■
Over 60% of coolant additive in the coolant reduces the antifreeze protec-
tion and cooling effect.
■
A coolant additive that does not comply with the correct specification can
significantly reduce the corrosion protection of the cooling system.
■
Any faults resulting from corrosion may cause a loss of coolant and can con-
sequently result in major engine damage.
■
Do not fill the coolant above the mark
A
» Fig. 110 on page 111 .
■
If an error occurs, leading to the engine overheating, the help of a professio-
nal garage is to be sought - there is a risk of serious engine damage occurring.
■
Additional headlights and other attached components in front of the air inlet
impair the cooling efficiency of the coolant.
■
Never cover the radiator - there is a risk of the engine overheating.
Checking the coolant level
Fig. 110
Coolant expansion reservoir
Read and observe and on page 110 first.
The coolant expansion bottle is located in the engine compartment.
Coolant expansion reservoir » Fig. 110
Mark for the maximum permissible coolant level
Mark for the lowest permissible coolant level
ABThe coolant level should be kept between the marks A and B .
The coolant can be checked and topped up, if the following conditions are sat-
isfied.
The vehicle is standing on a horizontal surface.
The engine is turned off.
The engine is not heated.
The bonnet is open.
Checking the level›
Check the level of coolant in the coolant expansion bottle » Fig. 110.
If the engine is warm, the test result may be inaccurate. The level can also be
above the mark
A
» Fig. 110 .
In the event of the coolant level being too low, a warning light appears in the
instrument cluster 
» page 35 . We still recommend inspecting the coolant lev-
el directly at the reservoir from time to time.
Loss of coolant
A loss of coolant is first and foremost an indication of a leak in the cooling sys-
tem. Do not merely top up the coolant. Have the cooling system checked by a
specialist garage.
Replenishing
Read and observe
and on page 110 first.
The coolant expansion tank must always contain a small amount of coolant» page 111, in section Introduction .
›
Place a cloth over the cap of the coolant expansion tank and unscrew the
cap carefully .
›
Replenish the coolant.
›
Turn the cap until it clicks into place.
Do not use an alternative additive if the specified coolant is not available. In
this case, use just water and have the correct mixing ratio of water and cool-
ant additive restored by a specialist garage as soon as possible.
Only top up with new coolant.
111Inspecting and replenishing

WARNING■If the tire does not inflate at least 2.0 bar, the damage is too great. The
sealing agent cannot be used to seal the tyre.  Do not drive the vehicle!
Seek help from a specialist garage.■
The tyre inflation hose and air compressor may get hot as the tyre is be-
ing inflated – risk of burning.
CAUTION
Switch off the air compressor after running 8 minutes at the latest – there is a
risk of overheating. Allow the air compressor to cool a few minutes before
switching it on again.
Notes for driving with repaired tyres
Read and observe
on page 127 first.
The inflation pressure of the repaired tyre must be checked after driving for 10
minutes.
If the tyre pressure is 1.3 bar or less
›
 Do not continue to drive! You cannot properly seal with tyre with the
breakdown kit.
If the tyre pressure is 1.3 bar or more
›
Set the tyre pressure to the correct value.
›
Continue driving carefully to the nearest specialist garage at a maximum
speed of 80 km/h (50 mph).
WARNING■ A tyre filled with sealant has the same driving characteristics as a stand-
ard tyre.■
Do not drive faster than 80 km/h (50 mph).
■
Avoid accelerating at full throttle, sharp braking and fast cornering.
Jump-starting
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Jump-starting using the battery from another vehicle
129The battery of another vehicle can be used to jump-start your vehicle if the en-
gine will not start because the battery is flat.WARNING■ Pay attention to the warning instructions relating to working in the en-
gine compartment » page 106.■
A discharged vehicle battery may already freeze at temperatures just be-
low 0 °C. If the battery is frozen, do not jump start with the battery of an-
other vehicle – there is a risk of explosion.
■
Keep any sources of ignition (naked flame, smouldering cigarettes, etc.)
away from the battery – risk of explosion!
■
Never jump-start vehicle batteries with insufficient acid levels – risk of
explosion and chemical burns.
■
The vent screws of the battery cells must be tightened firmly.
Note
We recommend you buy jump-start cables from a car battery specialist.
Jump-starting using the battery from another vehicle
Fig. 125
Jump-starting: A – flat battery, B – battery providing current / en-
gine earthing point
Read and observe
on page 129 first.
The starting process using the battery of another vehicle requires the use of
jumper cables.
The jump-start cables must be attached in the following sequence.
›
Attach clamp
1
to the positive terminal of the discharged battery
A
» Fig. 125 .
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Attach clamp
2
to the positive terminal of the battery supplying power
B
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129Emergency equipment and self-help