oil dipstick SKODA SUPERB 2016 3.G / (B8/3V) Owner's Manual

CAUTIONRefill only operating fluids of the correct specification - danger of damaging
the vehicle!
Note
■ Fluids with the proper specifications can be purchased from the ŠKODA Origi-
nal Accessories or from the ŠKODA Genuine Parts ranges.■
We recommend you have the battery replaced by a specialist garage.
Open the bonnet and close
Fig. 318
Opening the bonnet
Read and observe
and on page 268 first.
Open flap
›
Make sure that the windscreen wiper arms are not folded away from the
windscreen - there is a risk of damage to the bonnet.
›
Open the driver's door and pull the unlocking lever below the dashboard in
the direction of arrow
1
» Fig. 318 .
›
Press the release lever in the direction of the arrow
2
and the bonnet is un-
locked.
›
Hold the bonnet and lift up until it is held open by the pressurised gas spring.
Close the bonnet lid
›
Pull the bonnet lid down far enough to overcome the force of the pressur-
ised gas spring.
›
From around 20 cm, lightly push the bonnet lid closed until it securely engag-
es.
If the bonnet lid is not properly closed, the display of the instrument cluster
will show this.
WARNING■ Never drive if the bonnet is open - could cause an accident!■Make sure that when closing the engine compartment lid, no body parts
are crushed - there is danger of injury!
Engine compartment overview
Fig. 319
Arrangement example in the engine compartment
Read and observe
and on page 268 first.
Coolant expansion reservoir
272
Engine oil dipstick
271
Engine oil filler opening
271
Brake fluid reservoir
273
Vehicle battery
273
Windscreen washer fluid reservoir
270ABCDEF269Inspecting and replenishing

Diesel 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, 110 kW TSI
VW 502 00
1.8 ltr./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.
CAUTION
■
If no prescribed engine oil is available, then max. 0.5 l oil of the following
specifications can be refilled. ■Petrol engines: ACEA A3/ACEA B4 or API SN, (API SM);
■ Diesel engines: ACEA C3 or API CJ-4.
Check and refill
Fig. 321
Dipstick variants
Read and observe and on page 270 first.
Check the oil under the following conditions and refill.
The vehicle is standing on a horizontal surface.
The engine operating temperature is reached.
The engine is turned off.
Checking the level
›
Wait a few minutes until the engine oil flows back into the oil trough.
›
Remove the dipstick and wipe with a clean cloth.
›
Push the dipstick to the stop and pull out again.
›
Read the oil level and push in the dipstick.
The oil level must be in range
A
» Fig. 321 . If the oil level is below the range
A
, refill the oil.
Refilling
›
Unscrew the cap of the engine oil filler opening
C
» Fig. 319 on page 269 .
›
Add oil of the correct specification in portions of 0.5 litres » page 270.
›
Check the oil level .
›
Screw the lid of the engine oil filler closed carefully.
CAUTION
■
The oil level must never be below the range A » Fig. 321 – risk of damage to
the motor as well as the exhaust system.■
If a top up with oil is not possible or the oil level is above range
A
, 
stop
driving! Switch off the engine and seek assistance from a specialist garage.
Note
Too low engine oil level is shown in the instrument cluster by the  warning
light illuminating and also indicated by the message » page 40. Nevertheless,
we recommend to check the oil level on a regular basis with the dipstick.
Coolant
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Checking and refilling
272
The coolant cools the engine and consists of water and coolant additive (with
additives that protect the cooling system against corrosion and prevents fur-
ring). 
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271Inspecting and replenishing

Dipstick271
Display125
Cardinal points43
Coolant temperature32
Fuel level33
Gear changes44
In the instrument cluster43
MAXI DOT48
Rear centre console33
Service intervals49
Display in Infotainment Driving data
46
Disposal Acceptance and recycling of used vehicles
258
Distance warning238
Warning light42
Diverting calls136
Door Child safety lock
57
Emergency locking293
Emergency locking of the driver's door292
Open / Close57
Door warning43
Drive Driving through water
211
DriveGreen210
Driving Emissions
305
Fuel consumption305
Maximum speed309
through water211
Driving data Show
46
Driving mode240
Adaptive Chassis Control (DCC)240
Comfort241
Eco240
Individual241
Mode selection and Infotainment display241
Normal241
Settings for individual mode242
Sports241
Driving Mode Selection240
DSR214
DVD149
DVD-Video Set to
135
Dynamic Light Assist71
Dynamic Road Sign Display Additional display
248
Information messages248
Malfunctions248
Operation247
Settings in Infotainment247
Dynamic route switch on / off
197
E
Economical driving
209
Economy mode42
ECO TIP43
Eco tips43
Edit route192
EDS214
Electrical boot lid set the top position of the lid
61
Electric boot lid Force limiter
59
Manual operation59
Open/close60
Electric parking brake203
Electric power windows62, 63
Malfunctions64
Electric tail gate Malfunctions
61
Electric windows Buttons on the driver door
62
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL, XDS)214
Electronic immobilizer199
Elevation180
emergency Jump-starting
288
Starting the engine / stopping the push of a button
201
Emergency Changing a wheel
282
Hazard warning light system70
Jump-starting287
Selector lever release293
Starting the engine / stopping the engine at the push of a button
200
Towing the using the tow hitch290
Towing the vehicle288
Tyre repair285
Unlocking/locking the door292
Unlocking / locking the door293
Emergency call168
Emergency equipment Fire extinguisher
281
First aid kit280
Jack281
Reflective vest280
Vehicle tool kit281
Warning triangle280
Emission control system36
Emissions305
Engine Information messages
39
Running in209
Engine compartment268
Brake fluid273
Coolant271
Engine oil270
Overview269
Vehicle battery273
Windscreen washer fluid270
Engine drag torque control (MSR)213
Engine number303
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