Checking the level and adding oil to the lubrication system of the Skoda Octavia engine

Tool:

• Watering can.

Consumables:

• synthetic oil; Capacity (l): 4; SAE: 5w-30;
• Washing cloth.

Note:
The engine oil level indicator (dipstick) is located in the front of the engine compartment, and the oil filler plug is located next to the air filter.

1. Install the car on a flat horizontal platform. Before checking the engine oil level after a trip, turn off the engine and wait 5-10 minutes until the oil drains into the sump.

2. Remove the pointer (probe).

3. Wipe with a clean cloth and reinsert.

4. Remove the pointer (probe) again. The oil film level should be between the top and bottom of the grooved area on the dipstick. If the oil level is below the boundary of this section, add oil.

5. To add oil to the engine, turn the oil filler cap counterclockwise...

6.  Remove the plug.

7. Add oil to the engine, controlling its level according to the pointer. Before removing the pointer, wait 2-3 minutes to allow the oil to drain into the crankcase.
Type: synthetic 5w-30

Warning:
Add engine oil of the same brand, viscosity and grade as the one used previously.
The oil level in the engine crankcase must not exceed the upper mark on the index, otherwise there may be leaks through gaskets and seals, increased oil consumption .

8.  After the oil level reaches the required level, tighten the filler cap.

Warning:
If after running the car the oil consumption exceeds 0.5 liters per 1000 km, you must contact the service station.

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• High-quality repair photos

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