oil additives SKODA SUPERB 2015 3.G / (B8/3V) Owner's Manual

CAUTION■Under no circumstances must radiator antifreeze or other additives be added
to the windscreen washer fluid.■
If the vehicle is fitted with a headlight cleaning system, only cleaning prod-
ucts which do not attack the polycarbonate coating of the headlights must be
added to the windscreen washer fluid.
■
Do not remove the filter from the windscreen washer fluid reservoir when re-
filling, as this may cause contamination of the liquid transportation system,
leading in turn to a windscreen washer system malfunction.
Engine oil
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Specification
209
Checking the oil level
210
Replenishing
210
The engine has been factory-filled with a high-grade oil that can be use
throughout the year - except in extreme climate zones.
The engine oils are undergoing continuous further development. Thus the in- formation stated in this Owner's Manual is only correct at the time of publica-
tion.
ŠKODA Service Partners are informed about the latest changes by the manu-
facturer. We therefore recommend that the oil change be completed by a
ŠKODA Service Partner.
The specifications (VW standards) stated in the following can be indicated sep-
arately or together with other specifications on the bottle.
The engine oil should be changed after specified service intervals » page 49.
WARNINGThe 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 206.
CAUTION
Do not pour any additives into the engine oil – risk of serious damage to the
engine parts.Note■ Before a long drive we recommend that you purchase and carry with you en-
gine oil which complies with the specification for your vehicle.■
We recommend that you use oils from ŠKODA Original Accessories.
■
If oil comes into contact with your skin, the affected area must be washed
thoroughly.
Specification
Read and observe
and on page 209 first.
Vehicles with variable service intervals
Petrol enginesSpecification1.4 l / 92 kW TSI
VW 504 00
1.4 l/110 kW TSI1.8 l/132 kW TSI2.0 l/162, 206 kW TSIDiesel enginesSpecification1.6 ltr. / 88 kW TDI CRVW 507 002.0 l/110, 130, 140 kW TDI CR
Vehicles with fixed service intervals
Petrol enginesSpecification1.4 l / 92 kW TSI
VW 502 00
1.4 l/110 kW TSI1.8 l/132 kW TSI2.0 l/162, 206 kW TSIDiesel enginesSpecification1.6 ltr. / 88 kW TDI CRVW 507 002.0 l/110, 130, 140 kW TDI CR
Engine oil VW 505 01 can optionally be used in diesel engines without a DPF.
209Inspecting and replenishing

CAUTION■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:
■ For petrol engine models: ACEA A3/ACEA B4 or API SN, (API SM);
■ For diesel engine models: ACEA C3 or API CJ-4.
Checking the oil level
Fig. 230
Principle sketch: Dipstick
Read and observe
and on page 209 first.
The dipstick indicates the engine oil level .
Dipstick » Fig. 230
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 standing on a horizontal surface.
The engine operating temperature is reached.
The engine is turned off.
The bonnet is open.
Checking the level
›
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.
AThe engine consumes a little oil. The oil consumption may be as much as 0.5
l/1 000 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.
If the oil level is too low, a warning light lights up in the instrument cluster dis-
play 
together with a message » page 38. Check the oil level using the dip-
stick as soon as possible. Add oil accordingly.
CAUTION
■ The oil level must never be above the range A » Fig. 230 - risk of damage to
the motor as well as the exhaust system.■
Do not continue if for some reason it is not possible to fill with engine oil 
under the current circumstances! Switch off the engine and seek assistance
from a specialist garage.
■
If the oil level is above the range
A
, 
do not continue to drive! Switch off
the engine and seek assistance from a specialist garage.
Replenishing
Read and observe
and on page 209 first.
›
Unscrew the cap of the engine oil filler opening » Fig. 228 on page 208 .
›
Replenish the oil in portions of 0.5 litres in accordance with the correct speci-
fications » page 209 .
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Check the oil level » page 210.
›
Screw the lid of the engine oil filler closed carefully.
›
Pull the dipstick out as far as the stop.
Coolant
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Checking the coolant level
211
Replenishing
212
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. 
210General Maintenance