Skoda Karoq: gearbox maintenance guide

In 2022, phase 2 of the Skoda Karoq will hit the roads, slightly restyled. However, body colors, new wheels and a revised grille were enough to boost sales of the car, which saw neither interior changes nor technical updates.

The mechanics of the Skoda Karoq is indeed reputedly solid. However, you are not immune to design faults or damage accelerated by careless use. In this article, find out how to take care of your gearbox on a daily basis, and how to repair it if necessary.

Under the hood of the Skoda Karoq: technical features

The Skoda Karoq is powered by a petrol or diesel engine. The most modest of these is the 3I 1.0 L TSI developing 116 hp, and the most powerful is a diesel reaching 190 hp: this is the 4I 2.0 L TDI SCR, enabling top speeds of over 210 km/h.

This engine is the only one to offer all-wheel drive. This means that the power generated is transmitted to all four wheels of the vehicle, making it a 4×4. A transfer case is added to the gearbox, to distribute this energy appropriately between the car's front and rear axles.

The other motors operate on the principle of traction drive principle: only the front wheels are driven. This design choice improves the car's handling in tight bends and difficult weather conditions. Fuel savings are also achieved, but at the expense of a driving experience that may seem less "nervous".

Whichever engine you choose, each combination allows you to opt for a six-speed manual gearbox gearbox, which remains the predominant model in France, or an automatic an automatic gearbox with seven speeds. An exception is the 1.4 L TSI, which offers eight gears, but only for the Russian and Australian markets.

Daily gearbox maintenance

Gestures to adopt when driving

There are several simple steps can be adopted to effectively extend the life of your gearbox. In the case of an automatic gearbox, and since the car has no clutch pedal, your scope for action is limited: just make sure you not to engage an alternative gear (reverse or park) when the vehicle is not at a complete standstill, as this could cause serious damage to the transmission system.

The case of the manual gearbox is not much more complicated. Here are a few easy-to-follow recommendations for looking after your Skoda gearbox Karoq :

• Anticipate the route and possible obstacles. This saves you unnecessary manipulation of the clutch system;
• Follow the gearshift and clutch pedal and the clutch pedal smoothly, through the full range of movement, without ever forcing it;
• Do not rest your hand on the gearshift lever if you don't intend to use it. Far from being trivial, this gesture is enough to bring internal transmission components into contact, unnecessarily accelerating wear;
• Always shift into neutral during short stops on your journey to relieve the clutch pedal, and your foot at the same time;
• If the situation allows, try downshifting in several stages rather than jumping too many gears at once (from sixth to first gear, for example).

Watch out for warning signs

A number of warning signs can be spotted while driving. It's important not to take them lightly, and to consult a and to consult a professional mechanic as soon as any of them appear. By taking action as soon as possible, you can considerably limit the extent of damage. Pay attention to the various noises, their nature and the moment they occur (starting up, changing gear, etc.). You should also be alert to all types of noise such as gearshift resistance, vibrations, slippage, lack of dynamism or even a burning smell.

The latter symptom may indicate a lack of gearbox oil. Also known as transmission oil, this fluid is essential to the smooth running of your Skoda Karoq. Gearbox oil changes should be carried out every two years for an automatic gearbox, and every five years for the manual version.

Managing complex breakdowns

Most gearbox-related faults can be repaired in the garage. repaired in the garage. A gearbox oil change or the replacement of a wearing part, such as a pinion, is sometimes all that's needed to solve the problem. In more complex cases, however, the mechanic will have no choice but to replace the entire gearbox. There are several options available:

• Buying a new boxdirectly from the garage. This is the safest solution, but also the most expensive. Delivery times can also be long, as new boxes are intended primarily for priority to new vehicles ;
• A second-hand box is a bad ideaYou can't test the quality of the product you buy until you've had it installed. If there's a problem, you'll have to buy another one;
• The use of a reconditioned gearbox. This is the solution we recommend, because it combines low cost and reliability.

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