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Checking the coolant levelFig. 121
Coolant expansion reservoir
Read and observe and on page 142 first.
The coolant expansion bottle is located in the engine compartment.
Coolant expansion reservoir » Fig. 121
Mark for the maximum permissible coolant level
Mark for the lowest permissible coolant level
The 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 coolant level in the coolant expansion tank » Fig. 121.
If the engine is warm, the test result may be inaccurate. The level can also be
above the mark
A
» Fig. 121 .
In case of low coolant level, the warning light illuminates in the instrument
cluster as well as the relevant notification » page 36 in the instrument cluster.
We still recommend inspecting the coolant level 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.
ABReplenishing
Read and observe
and on page 142 first.
The coolant expansion tank must always contain a small amount of cool-
ant » page 142, 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.
CAUTION
■
Only top up with new coolant.■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.
Brake fluid
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Checking the brake fluid level
144
Specification
144
The brake fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment » Fig. 122 on
page 144 .
WARNING■
The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. The following
warning instructions must be followed at all times when working in the en-
gine compartment » page 137.■
Do not use used brake fluid - the function of the brake system may be im-
paired – risk of accident!
CAUTION
■ Do not continue your journey if the fluid level has dropped below the “MIN”
marking » Fig. 122 on page 144 , do not continue driving - there is a risk of
an accident! Seek help from a specialist garage.■
Brake fluid damages the paintwork of the vehicle.
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Note■The brake fluid is changed as part of a compulsory inspection service.■We recommend using brake fluids from the ŠKODA Original Accessories
range.
Checking the brake fluid level
Fig. 122
Brake fluid reservoir
Read and observe and on page 143 first.
The fluid can be checked if the following conditions are met.
The vehicle is standing on a horizontal surface.
The engine is turned off.
The bonnet is open.
Checking the level
›
Check the level of brake fluid in the reservoir » Fig. 122.
The level must be between the “MIN” and “MAX” markings.
A slight drop in the fluid level results when driving due to normal wear-and-
tear and automatic adjustment of the brake pads.
There may be an indication of a leak in the brake system, however, if the fluid
level drops significantly within a short time or if it drops below the “MIN” mark-
ing.
Too low brake fluid level is indicated by the warning light
being shown on
the display of the instrument cluster as well as the corresponding mes-
sage » page 35 ,
Brake system .
Specification
Read and observe
and on page 143 first.
The brake fluid must comply with the following standards or specifications:› VW 50114;
› FMVSS 116 DOT4.
Vehicle battery
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Opening the cover
145
Checking the battery electrolyte level
146
Charging
146
Replacing
147
Disconnecting and reconnecting
147
Automatic load deactivation
147
The vehicle battery represents a power source for the motor to start and for
the supply of electrical consumers in the car.
Warning symbols on the vehicle battery
SymbolMeaningAlways wear eye protection.Battery acid is severely caustic. Always wear gloves and eye pro-
tection.Keep fire, sparks, open flames and lit cigarettes well clear of the
vehicle battery.When charging the vehicle battery, a highly explosive gas mixture
is produced.Keep children away from the vehicle battery. 144General Maintenance
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Checking the battery electrolyte levelFig. 124
Electrolyte level indicator
Read and observe and on page 145 first.
On vehicles with a vehicle battery fitted with a colour indicator » Fig. 124, the
electrolyte level can be determined by looking at the change in colour of this
display.
Air bubbles can influence the colour of the indicator. For this reason carefully
knock on the indicator before carrying out the check.
› Black colour – electrolyte level is correct.
› Colourless or light yellow colour – electrolyte level too low, the battery must
be replaced.
Vehicles with a START-STOP system are fitted with a battery control unit for
checking the energy level for the recurring engine start.
We recommend that you have the acid level checked regularly by a specialist
garage, especially in the following cases.
› High external temperatures.
› Longer day trips.
› After each charge.
Winter time
The vehicle battery only has a proportion of the starting power in lower tem-
peratures. A discharged vehicle battery may already freeze at temperatures
just below 0 °C .
We therefore recommend that you have the battery checked and, if necessary,
recharged by a specialist garage before the start of the winter.
Note■ The battery acid level is also checked regularly by a specialist garage as part
of the inspection service.■
For technical reasons, on vehicles with the description “AGM”, the electrolyte
level cannot be checked.
Charging
Read and observe
and on page 145 first.
A properly charged vehicle battery is essential for reliably starting the engine.A charging operation can be performed if the following conditions are satis-
fied.
The engine is turned off.
The ignition is switched off.
All consumers are turned off.
The bonnet is open.
“Fast charging” with high currents
›
Disconnect both battery cables (first of all “negative”, then “positive”).
›
Attach the terminal clamps of the charger to the battery terminals (red =
“positive”, black = “negative”).
›
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.
›
Only then disconnect the charger's terminal clamps.
›
Reconnect the cables to the battery (first “positive”, then “negative”).
Charging with low voltages
It is not necessary to disconnect the cables from the battery if you recharge
the vehicle battery, for example from a mini-charger.
Refer to the instructions of the charger manufacturer .
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 vent plugs of the vehicle battery should not be opened for charging.
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WARNING■When you charge a battery, hydrogen is released, and a highly explosive
gas mixture is also produced. An explosion can be caused through sparkling
over during unclamping or loosening of the cable plug while the ignition is
on.■
Creating a bridge between the poles on the battery (e.g. with metal ob-
jects - cables) creates a short circuit - risk of damage to the battery, explo-
sion and burning of the battery, jets of acid spurting out.
■
Avoid creating sparks when working with cables and electrical devices.
Strong sparking represents a risk of injury.
■
Before carrying out any work on the electrical system, switch off the en-
gine, the ignition and all electrical consumers and disconnect the negative
terminal
.
■
“Quick-charging” the vehicle battery is dangerous and requires a special
charger and specialist knowledge.
■
We therefore recommend that vehicle batteries be “rapidly charged” by a
specialist garage.
CAUTION
On vehicles with the START/STOP system, the pole terminal of the charger
must not be connected directly to the negative terminal of the vehicle battery,
but only to the engine earth » page 163, Jump-starting using the battery from
another vehicle .
Replacing
Read and observe
and on page 145 first.
The new vehicle battery must have the same capacity, voltage, current and
size as the original battery. Suitable vehicle battery types can be purchased
from a specialist garage.
We recommend having the battery replaced by a specialist garage, where the
new vehicle battery will be installed properly and the original battery will be
disposed of in accordance with national regulations.
Disconnecting and reconnecting
Read and observe
and on page 145 first.
Disconnecting
›
Switch off the ignition.
›First, disconnect the negative terminal
first, then the positive terminal
of the battery.
Connecting›
First, connect the positive
first, then the negative
battery terminal.
After disconnecting and re-connecting the vehicle battery, the following func-
tions or devices are partially or completely inoperative.
Function / deviceOperating measureRadio or navigation systemEnter code number » User radio
manual or » navigation system
user manualTime settings» page 33
CAUTION
■ Disconnect the vehicle battery only with the ignition turned off - there is a
risk of damaging the electrical system of the vehicle.■
Under no circumstances must the battery cables be connected incorrectly –
risk of a cable fire.
Note
■ After disconnecting and re-connecting the vehicle battery, we recommend
having the vehicle checked by a specialist to ensure that the full functionality
of all electrical systems is guaranteed.■
The data of the multi-function display will be reset.
Automatic load deactivation
Read and observe
and on page 145 first.
The vehicle voltage control unit automatically prevents the battery from dis-
charging when the battery is put under high levels of strain. This manifests it-
self by the following.
› The idling speed is raised to allow the generator to deliver more electricity to
the electrical system.
› Where necessary, large convenience consumers such as seat heaters and
rear window heaters have their power limited or are shut off completely in
the event of an emergency.
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CAUTIONThe tyres must be protected from contact with substances such as 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.
Unidirectional tyres
Read and observe
on page 148 first.
The direction of rotation of the tyres is marked by arrows on the wall of the
tyre .
The indicated direction of rotation must be adhered to in order to ensure the
optimal characteristics of these tyres.
These characteristics mainly relate to the following: › Increased driving stability.
› Reduced risk of aquaplaning.
› Reduced tyre noise and tyre wear.
Manufacturer-approved tyre variants
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Explanation of the tyre labelling
151
Rapid
152
Rapid Green Line
152
Rapid Green tec
152
Approved tyre variants are first to be selected for the model variant (e.g. Rapid
GreenLine), and then selected according to the engine size of your vehicle.
If the model variant of your vehicle cannot be found in the discrete module,
then the approved tyre variants are to be selected according to the engine size
of your vehicle in module » page 152, Rapid .
Only use radial tyres of the same type, size (rolling circumference) and tread pattern on one axle on all four wheels.
When mounting new tyres the tyres have to be replaced axle by axle.
The information listed in the table corresponds to the information available at the time of going to press.
The approved tyre / rim combinations for your car are given on the sales and
technical vehicle documentation.
Explanation of the tyre labelling
Explanation of tyre markings
For example, 225/50R 17 91 T means:
225Tyre width in mm50Height/width ratio in %RCode letter for the type of tyre – Radial17Diameter of wheel in inches91Load indexTSpeed symbol
The date of manufacture is stated on the tyre wall (possibly on the inside).
For example DOT ... 11 14... means, for example, that the tyre was manufac-
tured in the 11th week of 2014.
The marking M+Smeans that the associated tyre is suitable for winter use.
Load index
The load index indicates the maximum permissible load for each individual
tyre.
Load index838485868788Load
(In kg)487500515530545560
Speed symbol
The maximum speed symbol indicates the maximum permissible vehicle speed
with fitted tyres in each category.
Speed
symbolSTUHVWMaximum speed
(in km/h)180190200210240270
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Components of the puncture repair kitsFig. 137
Principle sketch: Components of the breakdown kit
Read and observe
on page 160 first.
Components of the set » Fig. 137
Sticker with speed designation “max. 80 km/h”/“max. 50 mph”
Valve remover
Inflation hose with plug
Air compressor
Button for releasing the tyre pressure
12 volt cable connector
Tyre inflation hose
Tyre inflation pressure indicator
ON and OFF switch
Tyre inflator bottle with sealing agent
Replacement valve core
The valve remover
2
has a slot at its lower end which fits into the valve core.
The kit is located in a box under the floor covering in the luggage compart-
ment. This contains a sealing means and an air compressor.
Note
The declaration of conformity is included with the air compressor or the log
folder.1234567891011General information
Read and observe
on page 160 first.
For your own safety and the safety of your passengers, the following instruc-
tions must be observed before carrying out a wheel repair on the road.
Switch on the hazard warning lights system.
The warning triangle must be set up at the prescribed distance - observe
the national legal provisions when doing so.
Park the vehicle as far away as possible from the flow of traffic.
Choose a location with a flat, solid surface.
Have all the occupants get out. The passengers should not stand on the
road (instead they should remain behind a crash barrier, for instance) while
the wheel is being changed.
The national legal requirements must be observed when repairing a tyre.
The breakdown kit must not be used under the following circumstances. › The rim is damaged.
› The outside temperature is below -20 ° C.
› The cut or puncture is larger than 4 mm.
› The tyre wall is damaged.
› The result will be to drive with very low tyre pressure or with a completely
flat tyres.
› After the expiration date (see inflation bottle).
Preparations for using the breakdown kit
Read and observe
on page 160 first.
The following preparatory work must be carried out before using the puncturerepair kit.
›
Switch off the engine.
›
Engage the 1st gear or place the selector lever of the automatic transmission
in the P-position .
›
Firmly apply the handbrake.
›
Check that you can carry out the repairs with the breakdown kit » page 161,
General information .
›
Remove the breakdown kit from the boot.
›
Stick the sticker
1
» Fig. 137 on page 161 on the dashboard in the driver's
field of view.
›
Unscrew the valve cap.
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›Use the valve remover 2 to unscrew the valve core and place it on a clean
surface (rag, paper, etc.).
Sealing and inflating the tyre
Read and observe
on page 160 first.
Sealing
›
Forcefully shake the tyre inflater bottle
10
» Fig. 137 on page 161 back and
forth several times.
›
Firmly screw the inflation hose
3
onto the tyre inflator bottle
10
in a clock-
wise direction. The film on the cap is pierced automatically.
›
Remove the plug from the inflation hose
3
and plug the open end fully onto
the tyre valve.
›
Hold the bottle
10
with the bottom facing upwards and fill all of the sealing
agent from the tyre inflator bottle into the tyre.
›
Remove the empty tyre inflator bottle from the valve.
›
Screw the valve core back into the tyre valve using the valve remover
2
.
Inflating
›
Screw the tyre inflation hose
7
» Fig. 137 on page 161 of the air compressor
firmly onto the tyre valve.
›
Start the engine and run it in idle.
›
Plug the connector
6
into 12 Volt socket » page 76, 12-Volt power outlet .
›
Switch on the air compressor with the ON and OFF switch
9
.
›
Allow the air compressor to run until a pressure of 2.0 - 2.5 bar is achieved.
Maximum run time of 8 minutes » .
›
Switch off the air compressor.
›
If you cannot reach an air pressure of 2.0 – 2.5 bar, unscrew the tyre inflation
hose
7
from the tyre valve.
›
Drive the vehicle 10 metres forwards or backwards to allow the sealing agent
to “distribute” in the tyre.
›
Firmly screw the tyre inflation hose
7
back onto the tyre valve and repeat
the inflation process.
›
If you cannot reach the required tyre inflation pressure here either, this
means the tyre has sustained too much damage. You cannot seal with tyre with the breakdown kit »
.
›
Switch off the air compressor.
›
Remove the tyre inflation hose
7
from the tyre valve.
Once a tyre inflation pressure of 2.0 – 2.5 bar is achieved, continue the journey
at a maximum speed of 80 km/h (50 mph).
WARNING■ If you cannot inflate the tyre to at least 2.0 bar, this means the damage
sustained was too serious. 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 – there is a 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 tyre repaired
Read and observe
on page 160 first.
The inflation pressure of the repaired tyre must be checked after driving for 10minutes.
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 back 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
163
162Do-it-yourself
Page 175 of 200
Replacing bulbs
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Bulb arrangement in the headlights
172
Replacing the high beam bulb (halogen headlights)
173
Replacing bulb for main beam, daytime running lights and parking light
173
Changing the front turn signal bulb
174
Replacing the bulb for the fog light
174
Replacing the bulb for the licence plate light
175
Rear Light
175
Replacing bulbs in rear light
176
Some manual skills are required to change a bulb. For this reason, we recom-
mend having bulbs replaced by a specialist garage or seeking other expert help
in the event of any uncertainties.
› Switch off the ignition and all of the lights before replacing a bulb.
› Faulty bulbs must only be replaced with the same type of bulbs. The designa-
tion is located on the light socket or the glass bulb.
› A stowage compartment for replacement bulbs is located in a plastic box in
the spare wheel or underneath the floor covering in the boot.
WARNING■ Always read and observe the warning notes before completing any work
in the engine compartment » page 137.■
Accidents can be caused if the road in front of the vehicle is not suffi-
ciently illuminated and the vehicle cannot or can only be seen with difficul-
ty by other road users.
■
H7 and H15 bulbs are pressurised and may burst when changing the bulb -
risk of injury! We therefore recommended wearing gloves and safety
glasses when changing a bulb.
■
Gas discharge bulbs (xenon bulbs) operate with a high voltage, professio-
nal knowledge is required – risk of death!
■
Switch off the respective vehicle light when changing the bulb.
CAUTION
Do not take hold of the glass bulb with naked fingers (even the smallest
amount of dirt reduces the working life of the light bulb). Use a clean cloth,
napkin, or similar.Note■ This Owner's Manual only describes the replacement of bulbs where it is pos-
sible to replace the bulbs on your own without any complications arising. Other
bulbs must be replaced by a specialist garage.■
We recommend that a box of replacement bulbs always be carried in the ve-
hicle. Replacement bulbs can be purchased from ŠKODAOriginal Accessories.
■
We recommend having the headlight settings checked by a specialist garage
after replacing a bulb in the main, low or fog beam.
■
In case of failure of a xenon gas discharge lamp or an LED diode, visit a spe-
cialist garage.
Bulb arrangement in the headlights
Fig. 153
Principle sketch: Headlights
Read and observe and on page 172 first.
Bulb arrangement » Fig. 153
Low beam or low beam with xenon gas discharge lamp
Main beam, separate daytime running lights, and parking light
Turn signal light (at the front)
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Brakeinformation messages35
warning light35
Brake booster103
brake fluid specification
144
Brake fluid143
Checking144
information messages35
brake pedal (automatic gearbox) indicator light
41
brakes Driving in
107
Brakes Brake booster
103
Brake fluid144
Braking and stabilisation systems109
Handbrake103
Brakes and parking102
Braking Information on braking
102
Buttons in the door Power windows
55
C
Car care Jack
131
Car computer See multifunction display
43
Care and maintenance124
Cargo element83
Car park ticket holder74
Carrier Roof rack
84
Cavity protection131
Central locking49
Problems53
Central locking button52
Change Engine oil140
light bulb in tail light175
Changing bulbs
172
Front turn signal bulb174
Wheels156
Changing a wheel Follow-up work
158
Preliminary work157
Remove and attaching a wheel158
Charging a vehicle battery146
Check Fit ball head properly
119
Checking Battery electrolyte level
146
Brake fluid144
Coolant143
Engine oil141
Oil level141
Windscreen washer fluid139
Checks Statutory checks
124
Children and safety22
Child safety Side airbag
24
Child safety lock53
Child seat Classification
24
ISOFIX25
on the front passenger seat23
TOP TETHER26
Use of child seats24
Use of ISOFIX child seats25
Chrome parts see vehicle care
129
Cigarette lighter75
cleaning chrome parts
129
CleaningAlcantara133
and maintaining belts134
artificial leather133
headlight glasses130
materials133
natural leather132
plastic parts129
seats covers of the electrically heated seats134
wheels131
Cleaning safety belt
134
Cleaning seat covers
134
Cleaning the interior artificial leather
133
Seat covers134
Cleaning the outside of the vehicle Decorative films
130
Cleaning the vehicle exterior Cavity protection
131
Door locking cylinder131
Headlight glasses130
Towing device131
Under-body protection131
wheels131
Windows and external mirrors130
Cleaning vehicle127
Cleaning vehicle exterior128
Plastic parts129
Rubber seals129
Vehicle paint work129
Wiper blades132
Clean interior Safety belt
134
clean outside of vehicle chrome parts
129
Climatronic air distribution control
87
Operating elements88
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Clothes hook79
Cockpit 12-Volt power outlet
76
Ashtray76
Cigarette lighter75
General view29
Lights63
storage compartments73
useful equipment73
COMING HOME62
compartments73
Components of the puncture repair kits161
Computer See multifunction display
43
convenience turn signal60
Coolant142
Checking143
Indicator light36
Information messages36
Replenishing143
Temperature gauge32
Cooling system cost-effective use
89
malfunctions89
CORNER See Fog lights with CORNER function
61
Correct seated position9
Driver9
Front passenger10
Instructions11
Rear seats11
Counter for distance driven33
cruise control operation
111
operation Description112
Cruise control system Warning light
41
Cruise Control System111
Cup holders74
D
DAY LIGHT See Daytime running lights
59
Daytime running lights59
De-icing windows
130
Deactivating an airbag20
Decorative films130
Defrosting rear window64
Delayed locking of the boot lid see boot lid
55
Departure angle180
Diesel refer to Fuel
136
Diesel fuel Operation in winter
136
Diesel particulate filter Information messages
38
Warning light38
Digital Clock Time
33
Dipstick141
Disconnecting and reconnecting vehicle battery
147
Display31
Compass points47
Coolant temperature32
Fuel supply32
Gear changes43
Service intervals47
Display a low temperature42
Display of the second speed33
Disposal Acceptance and recycling of used vehicles
127
Distance driven33
Door Child safety lock
53
Closing51
Emergency locking167
Opening51
Warning light door open36
Door open Warning light
36
Double-sided floor covering84
Driving Driving through water
107
Emissions178
Fuel consumption178
Maximum speed181
off of made-up roads107
Driving in Brake linings
107
engine107
Tyres107
Driving off of made-up roads107
Driving through water107
E
Economical driving Tips
107
EDL110
Electrical power windows Button in the passenger door
56
Buttons in the driver's door56
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL)110
Electronic immobilizer100
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)109
Emergency Changing a wheel
156
Hazard warning light system62
Jump-starting162, 163
Locking the door without a locking cylinder167
Selector lever-unlocking167
Towing the using the tow hitch165
Towing the vehicle164
tyre repair160
Unlocking the tailgate167
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