Renault Rapid 2012 User Manual

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ŠKODA Rapid Owner's Manual

Layout of this Owner's Manual (explanations)

This Owner's Manual has been systematically designed to make it easy for you to search for and obtain the information you require.

Chapters, table of contents and subject index

The text of the Owner's manual is divided into relatively short sections which are combined into easy-to-read chapters. The chapter you are reading at any particular moment is always specified on the bottom right of the page.

The Table of contents is arranged according to the chapters and the detailed Sub- ject index at the end of the Owner's Manual helps you to rapidly find the information you are looking for.

Direction indications

All direction indications such as travel of the vehicle.

Units of measurement

All values are expressed in metric units.

Explanation of symbols

 Denotes a reference to a section with important information and safety

advice in a chapter.

 Denotes the end of a section.

 Denotes the continuation of a section on the next page.

 Indicates situations where the vehicle must be stopped as soon as possi-

ble.

® Denotes a registered trademark.

Notes

WARNING

The most important notes are marked with the heading WARNING. These WARNING notes draw your attention to a serious risk of accident or injury.

“left”, “right”, “front”, “rear” relate to the direction of

For the sake of the environment

An Environmental note draws your attention to environmental protection aspects. This is where you will, for example, find tips aimed at reducing your fuel consumption.

Note

A normal Note draws your attention to important information about the operation of your vehicle.

CAUTION

A Caution note draws your attention to the possibility of damage to your vehicle (e.g. damage to gearbox), or points out general risks of an accident.

Preface

You have opted for a

You have received a vehicle with the latest technology and range of amenities. Please read this Owner's Manual carefully, because the operation in accordance with these instructions is a prerequisite for proper use of the vehicle.

If you have any questions about your vehicle, please contact a ŠKODA Service Partner. We wish you much pleasure with your ŠKODA and pleasant motoring at all times. Your ŠKODA AUTO a.s. (hereinafter referred to as ŠKODA)

ŠKODA – our sincere thanks for your confidence in us.

The on-board literature

The on-board literature for your vehicle consists of this “Owner's Manual” as well as a “Service schedule” and the “Help on the road” brochure.

Depending on the vehicle model and equipment, other additional operating manuals and instructions may be provided (e.g. an operating manual for the radio).

If one of the publications listed above is missing, please contact a ŠKODA Service Partner.

The Owner's Manual

These operating instructions describe all possible equipment variants without identifying them as special equipment, model variants or market-dependent equipment.

Consequently, this vehicle does not need to contain all of the equipment compo- nents described in this Owner's manual.

The level of equipment of your vehicle refers to your purchase contract of the vehicle. For more information, contact your local ŠKODA retailer.

The illustrations can differ in minor details from your vehicle; they are only intended for general information.

The Service Plan:

includes vehicle data including information on service work performed;

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is a record of services provided;

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is provided for entries relating to the mobility warranty (valid only for some

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countries); serves as warranty certificate of the ŠKODA dealer.

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The service records are one of the conditions for warranty claims. Please always present the Service schedule when you take your car to a ŠKODA

specialist garage. If the Service Schedule is missing or worn, please contact the ŠKODA specialist

garage that regularly services your car. You will receive a duplicate, in which the previously carried out service work is confirmed by the ŠKODA specialist garage.

The Help on the Road brochure

The brochure contains the important emergency telephone numbers as well as telephone numbers and contact addresses of ŠKODA Service Partners in different countries.

Abbreviations

Using the system

Cockpit 7

Overview 6

Instruments and Indicator Lights 8

Instrument cluster 8 Multifunction display (onboard computer) 11 MAXI DOT (information display) 14 Warning lights 16

Unlocking and locking 24

Vehicle key 24 Central locking system 25 Remote control 27 Anti-theft alarm system 29 Interior monitor and towing protection 29 Emergency locking of the doors 30 Boot lid 30 Electrical power windows 31

Lights and visibility 34

Lights 34 Interior light 38 Visibility 39 Windscreen wipers and washers 39 Rear window 42

Seats and Stowage 44

Front seats 44 Head restraints 46 Rear seats 47 Boot 48 Roof rack system 51

Cup holder 52 Cup holder in the centre console 52 Cup holder in the rear armrest 53 Ashtray 53 Cigarette lighter, 12-volt power socket 53 Storage compartments 54 Clothes hooks 58 Parking ticket holder 58

Heating and air conditioning system 59

Heating and air conditioning system 59 Air outlet vents 60 Heating 60 Air conditioning system (manual air conditioning

system) 62 Climatronic (automatic air conditioning

system) 65

Starting-off and Driving 68

Starting and stopping the engine 68 Brakes and brake assist systems 70 Shifting 74 pedals 74 Parking aid 74 Cruise control system (CCS) 75 START/STOP 77

Automatic gearbox 79

Communication 84

Mobile phones and two-way radio systems 84 Universal telephone preinstallation GSM II 84 Voice control 87 Multimedia 89

Safety

Passive Safety 91

General information 91 Correct seated position 92

Seat belts 95

Airbag system 99

Description of the airbag system 99 Front airbags 100 Side airbags 101 Head airbags 102 Deactivating airbags 103

Transporting children safely 105

Child seat 105

Driving Tips

Driving and the Environment 109

The first 1 500 km 109 Catalytic converter 109 Economical and environmentally friendly

driving 110 Environmental compatibility 112 Driving abroad 113 Avoiding damage to your vehicle 113 Driving through water on the street 114

Towing a trailer 115

General Maintenance

Taking care of and cleaning the vehicle 117

Taking care of your vehicle 117

Inspecting and replenishing 124

Fuel 124 Engine compartment 126 Vehicle battery 133

Table of Contents

Wheels and Tyres 137

Tyres 137

Accessories, changes and replacement of parts 144

Introductory information 144 Changes and impairments of the airbag

system 144

Do-it-yourself

Do-it-yourself 145

First-aid kit and warning triangle 145 Fire extinguisher 145 Vehicle tool kit 145 Changing a wheel 146 Breakdown kit 149 Jump-starting 152 Towing the vehicle 153

Fuses and light bulbs 156

Fuses 156 Bulbs 159

Technical data

Technical data 164

Introductory information 164 Data on the vehicle sticker and the type plate 164 Dimensions 165 Specifications and engine oil capacity 166 Vehicle-specific details per engine type 167

Index

Table of Contents

Abbreviations

Abbreviation Definition

rpm Engine revolutions per minute ABS Anti-lock brake system TCS Traction control

CO2 in g/km discharged quantity of carbon dioxide in grams per driven kilo-

meter DSG Automatic double clutch gearbox EDL Electronic differential lock ESC Electronic Stability Control HBA Hydraulic brake assist HHC Uphill start assist

kW Kilowatt, measuring unit for the engine output

MFD Multifunction display

N1 Panel van intended exclusively or mainly for the transporta-

tion of goods

Nm Newton meter, measuring unit for the engine torque

TDI CR Diesel engine with turbocharging and common rail injection

system

TSI Petrol engine with turbocharging and direct injection

Abbreviations

Fig. 1 Cockpit

Using the system

Cockpit

Overview

Electrical power windows 32

Electric exterior mirror adjustment 42

Air outlet vents 60

Lever for the multifunction switch:

Turn signal light, headlight and parking light, headlight flasher 36

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Speed regulating system 75

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Steering wheel:

With horn

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With driver’s front airbag 100

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With pushbuttons for radio, navigation system and mobile

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phone 84

Instrument cluster: Instruments and warning lights 8

Lever for the multifunction switch:

Multifunction display 11

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Windscreen wiper and wash system 40

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Air outlet vents 60

Depending on equipment fitted:

Radio

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Navigation system

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Switch for hazard warning lights 37

Warning light for the deactivated front seat passenger airbag 103

Key-operated switch for the front seat passenger airbag 103

Storage compartment on the front passenger side 55

Front passenger airbag 100

Light switch and headlamp beam adjustment 34, 36

Bonnet release lever 128

Fuse box in the dashboard 157

Lever for adjusting the steering wheel 69

Ignition lock 70

Regulator for left seat heating 46

TCS switch 72

Central locking system 27

Depending on equipment fitted:

Gearshift lever (manual gearbox) 74

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Selector lever (automatic gearbox) 80

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Depending on equipment fitted:

Cup holder 52

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Ashtray holder 53

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Storage compartment 57

Switch for rear window heater 39

Regulator for right seat heating 46

Depending on equipment fitted:

Operating controls for the heating 60

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Operating controls for the air conditioning system 62

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Operating controls for Climatronic 65

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Note

The arrangement of the controls and switches and the location of some items on right-hand drive models may differ from that shown in » Fig. 1. The symbols on the controls and switches are the same as for left-hand drive models.

Cockpit

Instruments and Indicator Lights

Instrument cluster

ä Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects: Overview 8

Engine revolutions counter 9 9 Coolant temperature gauge 9 Fuel gauge 9 Counter for distance driven 10 Service Interval Display 10 Digital clock 11 Recommended gear 11

WARNING

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Concentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver you are fully re-

sponsible for the operation of your vehicle.

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Never operate the controls in the instrument cluster while driving, only

when the vehicle is stationary!

Overview

Fig. 2 Instrument cluster

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 8.

Engine revolutions counter » page 9

Display:

With counter for distance driven » page 10

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With service interval display » page 10

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With digital clock » page 11

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With multifunction display » page 11

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With information display » page 14

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Speedometer » page 9

Coolant temperature gauge » page 9

Button for display mode:

Setting the hours/minutes

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Activating/deactivating the second speed in mph or km/h

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Service intervals – Display of the number of days and kilometres remaining

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until the next Inspection Service

Button for:

Reset trip counter for the distance driven

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Resetting Service Interval Display

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Set hours/minutes

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Activate/deactivate display mode

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Fuel gauge » page 9

Using the system

Engine revolutions counter

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 8.

The red scale of the rev counter 1 » Fig. 2 on page 8 indicates the range in which the engine control unit begins to limit the engine speed. The engine control unit restricts the engine speed to a steady limit.

You should shift into the next higher gear before the red scale of the revolution counter is reached, or move the selector lever into position D if your car is fitted with an automatic gearbox.

To maintain the optimum motor speed, observe the gearshift indicator » page 11.

For the sake of the environment

Shifting to a higher gear in good time helps to lower fuel consumption, minimises operating noise levels, protects the environment and contributes to a longer life and reliability of the engine.

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 8.

Warning against excessive speeds

An audible warning signal will sound when the vehicle speed exceeds 120 km/h. The audible warning signal is switched off when the vehicle speed falls below this speed limit.

Note

This function is only valid for some countries.

Coolant temperature gauge

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 8.

The coolant temperature gauge 4 » Fig. 2 on page 8 operates only when the ignition is switched on.

The following guidelines regarding the temperature ranges must be observed to avoid any damage to the engine.

Cold range

If the pointer is still in the left area of the scale it means that the engine has not yet reached its operating temperature. Avoid high speeds, full throttle and high engine loads.

The operating range

The engine has reached its operating temperature as soon as the pointer moves into the mid-range of the scale, for a normal style of driving. The pointer may also move further to the right at high engine loads and high outside temperatures.

CAUTION

Additional headlights and other attached components in front of the fresh air inlet impair the cooling efficiency of the coolant. There is then a risk of the engine overheating at high outside temperatures and high engine loads » page 19, Coolant temperature/coolant level  .

Fuel gauge

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 8.

The fuel gauge 7 » Fig. 2 on page 8 only operates when the ignition is switched on.

The fuel tank has a capacity of about 55 litres. The indicator light in the instrument cluster lights up when the pointer reaches the reserve marking» page 21.

CAUTION

Never drive until the fuel tank is completely empty! An irregular supply of fuel can lead to irregular engine running. Unburnt fuel may get into the exhaust system and damage the catalytic converter.

Note

On some vehicles, the fuel gauge is shown in the display of the instrument cluster.

Instruments and Indicator Lights

Counter for distance driven

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 8.

Daily trip counter (trip)

The trip counter shows the distance driven since the time the counter was last reset.

To reset the display of the daily trip counter, press button 6 » Fig. 2 on page 8 for longer.

Odometer

The odometer indicates the total distance in kilometres or miles which the vehicle has been driven.

Fault display

If there is a fault in the instrument cluster Error will appear continuously in the display. Ensure the fault is rectified as soon as possible by ŠKODA a specialist garage.

Note

For vehicles fitted with the information display, if the display of the second speed is activated in mph or km/h, this driving speed is indicated instead of the counter for the total distance driven.

Service Interval Display

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 8.

Service Interval Display

Before the next service interval, a key symbol  and the remaining kilometres are indicated on the display for several seconds after switching on the ignition. At the same time, the remaining days until the next service interval are displayed.

The following is displayed in the information display:

Service in ... km or ... days.

The kilometre indicator or the days indicator reduces in steps of 100 km or, where applicable, days until the service due date is reached.

As soon as the due date for the service is reached, a flashing key symbol  and the text Service appears in the display for several seconds after the ignition has been switched on.

The following is displayed in the information display:

Service now!

Displaying the distance and days until the next service interval

You can use the button 5 to display the remaining distance and days until the next service interval » Fig. 2 on page 8.

A key symbol  and the remaining distance appear for several seconds in the display. At the same time, the remaining days until the next service interval are displayed.

In vehicles equipped with the information display, you can reset the service interval display in the menu Settings » page 15.

Resetting Service Interval Display

It is only possible to reset the Service Interval Display, if a service message or at least a pre-warning is shown in the instrument cluster display.

We recommend that this reset is completed by a ŠKODA specialist garage. The ŠKODA specialist garage:

Resets the memory of the display after the appropriate inspection

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Adds an entry to the Service Schedule

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Affixes the sticker with the entry of the following service interval to the side of

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the dashboard on the driver's side Reset the service interval display by using the reset button 6 » Fig. 2 on page 8. On vehicles equipped with the information display, you can reset the service in-

terval display in the menu Settings » page 15.

CAUTION

We recommend that you do not reset the Service Interval Display yourself as this can result in the incorrect setting of the Service Interval Display, which can also cause possible problems with the operation of your vehicle.

Note

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Never reset the display between service intervals, as this will result in the incorrect display.

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Information is retained in the Service Interval Display even after the vehicle battery is disconnected.

Using the system

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If the instrument cluster is exchanged after a repair, the correct values must be entered in the counter for the Service Interval Display. This work is carried out by a ŠKODA specialist garage.

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After resetting the display with flexible service intervals, the displayed data is the same as that for a vehicle with fixed service intervals. We therefore recommend that the Service Interval Display is only reset by a ŠKODA Service Partner, who will reset the display with a vehicle system tester.

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For more information on the service intervals » Service Plan.

Digital clock

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 8.

The clock is set with the buttons 5 and 6 » Fig. 2 on page 8. Select the display that you wish to change with the button 5 and carry out the

change with the button 6. On vehicles that are fitted with the information display, it is also possible to set

the clock in the menu Time » page 15.

Recommended gear

Fig. 3

Recommended gear

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 8.

The currently engaged gear B is shown in the instrument cluster display » Fig. 3. In order to minimise the fuel consumption, a recommendation for shifting into an-

other gear is indicated in the display.

If the control unit recognises that it is beneficial to change gear, an arrow A is shown in the display. The arrow points up or down, depending on whether you should shift into a higher or lower gear.

At the same time, the recommended gear is indicated instead of the currently engaged gear B.

CAUTION

The driver is always responsible for selecting the correct gear in different driving situations, such as overtaking.

Multifunction display (onboard computer)

ä Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects: Memory 12

Operation 12 Multifunction display details 13 Warning against excessive speeds 14

The multifunction display can only be operated when the ignition is switched on. After the ignition is switched on, the function displayed is the one which you last selected before switching off the ignition.

The multi-functional indicator appears in the display » Fig. 4 on page 12. In vehicles with an information display » page 14, there is an option to fade out

some of the information.

WARNING

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Concentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver you are fully re-

sponsible for the operation of your vehicle.

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Do not only rely upon the information given on the outside temperature display that there is no ice on the road. Even at temperatures around +4 °C, black ice may still be on the road surface – warning, drive with care!

Instruments and Indicator Lights

Note

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In certain national versions the displays appear in the Imperial system of meas-

ures.

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If the display of the second speed is activated in mph, the current speed is not

indicated in km/h on the display.

Memory

Fig. 4

Multifunction display

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 11.

The multifunction display is equipped with two automatic memories. The selected memory is shown in the Display » Fig. 4.

The data of the single-trip memory (memory 1) is shown if a 1 appears in the display. A 2 shown in the display means that data relates to the total distance memory (memory 2).

Button B » Fig. 5 on page 12 is used to switch the memory.

Single-trip memory (memory 1)

The single-trip memory collates the driving information from the moment the ignition is switched on until it is switched off. New data will also flow into the calculation of the current driving information if the trip is continued within 2 hours after switching off the ignition. If the trip is interrupted for more than 2 hours, the memory is automatically erased.

Total-trip memory (memory 2)

The total-trip memory gathers data from any number of individual journeys up to a total of 19 hours and 59 minutes driving or 1 999 kilometres driven, and on vehicles which are fitted with an information display up to a total of 99 hours and 59 minutes driving or 9 999 kilometres driven. The memory is deleted when ei-

ther of these limits is reached and the calculation starts all over again. Unlike the single-trip memory, the total-trip memory is not deleted after a period

of interruption of driving of 2 hours.

Note

All information in the memory 1 and 2 is erased if the battery of the vehicle is disconnected.

Operation

Fig. 5

Multifunction display: Control elements

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 11.

The rocker switch A » Fig. 5 and the button B are located on the windscreen wiper lever.

Select memory

Press the button B » Fig. 5.

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Selecting functions

Briefly press the rocker switch A » Fig. 5 up or down. This opens the individual

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functions of the multifunction display one after the other.

Reseting

Select the desired memory.

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Press the button B » Fig. 5 for longer.

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Using the system

The following readouts of the selected memory will be set to zero by button B:

Average fuel consumption

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Distance driven

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Average speed

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Driving time

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Multifunction display details

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 11.

Outside temperature

The current outside temperature is shown in the display. If the outside temperature drops below +4 °C, a snow flake symbol (warning sig-

nal for ice on the road) appears before the temperature indicator and an audible signal will sound. After pressing the rocker switch A » Fig. 5 on page 12, the function which was shown last is indicated.

Driving time

The driving time which has elapsed since the memory was last erased, appears in the display. If you want to measure the driving time from a particular moment in time on, at this moment, reset the memory by setting the button B » Fig. 5 on page 12 to zero.

The maximum time indicated in both memories is 19 hours and 59 minutes and on vehicles which are fitted with an information display, it is 99 hours and 59 minutes. The indicator is set back to zero if this period is exceeded.

Current fuel consumption

The current fuel consumption level is shown in the display in litres/100 km1). You can use this information to adapt your driving style to the desired fuel consumption.

The display appears in litres/hour if the vehicle is stationary or driving at a low speed2).

Average fuel consumption

The average fuel consumption since the memory was last erased is shown in the display in litres/100 km1) » page 12.

If you wish to determine the average fuel consumption over a certain period of time, you must set the memory at the start of the new measurement to zero using the button B » Fig. 5 on page 12. After erasing the memory, no value appears in the display until you have driven approx. 300 m.

The display is updated regularly while you are driving.

Range

The estimated range in kilometres is shown on the display. It indicates the distance you can still drive with your vehicle based on the level of fuel in the tank and the same style of driving.

The display is shown in steps of 10 km. Once the fuel gauge pointer reaches the reserve marking, the range is displayed in 5 km.

The fuel consumption over the last 50 km is used to calculate the range. The range will increase if you drive in a more economical manner.

If the memory is set to zero (after disconnecting the battery), the fuel consumption of 10 ltr./100 km is calculated for the range; afterwards the value is adapted accordingly to the style of driving.

Distance travelled

The distance travelled since the memory was last erased is shown in the display » page 12. If you want to measure the distance travelled from a particular moment in time on, at this moment, reset the memory by setting the button

» Fig. 5 on page 12 to zero.

The maximum distance indicated in both memories is 1,999 km or 9,999 km on vehicles with an information display. The indicator is set back to zero if this period is exceeded.

Average speed

The average speed since the memory was last erased is shown in the display in km/hour » page 12. To determine the average speed over a certain period of time, set the memory to zero at the start of the measurement using button

» Fig. 5 on page 12.

After erasing the memory, no value appears in the display until you have driven approx. 300 m.

The display is updated regularly while you are driving.

On some models in certain countries, the display appears in kilometres/litre.

On some models in certain countries, – -.- km/ltr. is displayed when the vehicle is stationary.

Instruments and Indicator Lights

Current speed

The current speed which is identical to the display of the speedometer 3 » Fig. 2 on page 8 is indicated on the display.

Oil temperature

If the oil temperature is lower than 50 °C or if a fault in the system for checking the oil temperature is present, only – -.- is displayed instead of the oil temperature.

Warning against excessive speeds

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 11.

Adjust the speed limit while the vehicle is stationary

With button A » Fig. 5 on page 12, choose the menu point Warning against ex-

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cessive speeds.

Press the button B to activate the ability to set the speed limit.

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Use the button A to set the required speed limit, e.g. 50 km/h.

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Confirm the speed limit by pressing button B, or wait several seconds. Your

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settings are saved automatically.

This allows you to set the speed in 5 km/h intervals.

Adjusting the speed limit while the vehicle is moving

With button A » Fig. 5 on page 12, choose the menu point Warning against ex-

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cessive speeds.

Drive at the desired speed, e.g. 50 km/h.

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Press button B to accept the current speed as the speed limit.

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If you wish to change the set speed limit, it is changed in 5 km/h intervals (e.g. the accepted speed of 47 km/h increases to 50 km/h or decreases to 45 km/h).

Confirm the speed limit by pressing button B again, or wait several seconds.

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Your settings are saved automatically.

Change or delete speed limit

With button A » Fig. 5 on page 12, choose the menu point Warning against ex-

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cessive speeds.

Pressing the button B deletes the speed limit.

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Pressing the button B activates the ability to change the speed limit.

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If the set speed limit is exceeded, an audible signal will sound as a warning. At the same time the message Warning against excessive speeds appears on the display with the set limit value.

The set speed limit value remains stored even after switching off the ignition.

MAXI DOT (information display)

ä Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects: Main menu 14

Settings 15 Door, boot lid and bonnet warning 15 Auto Check Control 16

The information display provides you with information on the current operating state of your vehicle. The information system also provides you with data relating to the radio, mobile phone, multifunction display, navigation system, the unit connected to the MDI port and the automatic gearbox » page 79.

WARNING

Concentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver you are fully responsible for the operation of your vehicle.

Main menu

Fig. 6

Windshield wiper lever: Controls for the information display

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 14.

Activate the Main menu by pressing the rocker switch A » Fig. 6 for longer.

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Using the system

Individual menu items can be selected by means of the rocker switch A. When

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the pushbutton B is briefly pressed, the information you have selected is displayed.

You can select the following information:

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MFD » page 11

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Audio » Operating instructions for the radio

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Navigation » Operating instructions for the navigation system

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Phone » page 84

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Vehicle status » page 16

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Settings » page 15

The menu items Audio and Navigation are only displayed when the factory-fitted radio or navigation system is switched on.

Note

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If the information display is not activated at that moment, the menu always

shifts to one of the higher levels after approx. 10 seconds.

Settings

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 14.

You can change certain settings by means of the information display. The current setting is shown on the information display in the respective menu at the top below the line.

You can select the following information:

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Language

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MFD data

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Time

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Winter tyres

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Units

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Alternative speed displayed

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Service

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Factory setting

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Back

Select the menu item Back to return to one level higher in the menu.

Language

You can set the language for the warning and information texts here.

MFD displays

Activate or deactivate certain displays of the multifunction display here.

Time

The time, time format (12 or 24 hour indicator) and the changeover between summer/winter time can be set here.

Winter tyres

Here, you can set the speed at which an audible signal should sound. This function is, for example, used for winter tyres where the maximum permissible speed is lower than the maximum speed of the vehicle.

When exceeding the speed, the following is shown on the information display:

Winter tyres: max. speed ... km/h

Units of measurement

The units for the temperature, consumption and distance driven can be set here.

Second speed

The display of the second speed in mph or in km/h can be switched on here.

Service

Here you can have the remaining kilometres and days until the next service interval displayed, and reset the Service Interval Display.

Factory setting

After selecting the menu Factory setting the factory setting of the information display is restored.

Door, boot lid and bonnet warning

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 14.

If at least one door is open, or the boot or bonnet is open, the information display indicates the relevant open door or boot/bonnet.

An audible signal also sounds if the vehicle is travelling at more than 6 km/h.

Instruments and Indicator Lights

Auto Check Control

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 14.

Vehicle condition

Certain functions and conditions of individual vehicle systems are checked continuously when the ignition is switched on and also while driving.

Some error messages and other information are displayed in the information display. The messages are displayed at the same time as the symbols in the information display or the warning lights in the instrument cluster » page 16.

If there is at least one error message, the menu item Vehicle status is displayed in the menu. After selecting this menu, the first of the error messages is displayed. Several error messages are shown on the display under the message e.g. 1/3. This indicates that the first of a total of three error messages is being displayed.

Warning symbols

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Clutches of the automatic gearbox are too hot 

A symbol  in the information display indicates that the temperature of the clutches of the automatic gearbox is too high.

The following is displayed in the information display:

Gearbox overheated. Stop! Owner's man.!

Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and wait until the symbol  disappears – risk of gearbox damage! You can continue your journey as soon as the symbol disappears.

Problem with the engine oil pressure 

If the symbol  is shown in the information display, you must have your vehicle checked immediately by a ŠKODA specialist garage. The information about the maximum permissible engine speed is displayed together with this symbol.

Engine oil pressure too low » page 18

Clutches of the automatic gearbox are too

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hot Check engine oil level,

engine oil sensor faulty

Problem with the engine oil pressure » page 16

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» page 16

» page 18

WARNING

If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe distance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning light system » page 37.

Note

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If warning messages are shown in the information display, you need to confirm these messages with the button B » Fig. 6 on page 14 in order to call up the main menu.

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As long as the operational faults are not rectified, the symbols are always indicated again. After they are displayed for the first time, the symbols continue to be indicated without any extra messages for the driver.

Warning lights

Overview

The warning lights show certain functions/faults and may be accompanied by audible signals.

When switching on the ignition, some indicator lights illuminate briefly as a function test. These indicator lights will disappear several seconds after the vehicle is started.

Handbrake » page 17

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Brake system » page 17

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Seat belt warning light » page 18

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Generator » page 18

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Open door » page 18

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Using the system

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 

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Engine oil » page 18

Coolant temperature/coolant level » page 19

Power steering » page 19

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) » page 19

Traction control (TCS) » page 20

Antilock brake system (ABS) » page 20

Rear fog light » page 20

Bulb failure » page 20

Exhaust inspection system » page 20

Glow plug system (diesel engine) » page 21

EPC fault light (petrol engine) » page 21

Diesel particle filter (diesel engine) » page 21

Fuel reserve » page 21

Airbag system » page 22

Tyre control display » page 22

Windscreen washer fluid level » page 22

Turn signal (left/right) » page 22

Fog lights » page 22

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Speed regulating system » page 22

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Selector lever lock » page 22

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Main beam » page 23

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WARNING

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If illuminated warning lights and the corresponding descriptions and warning notes are not observed, this may result in severe injuries or major vehicle damage.

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The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. There is a risk of injuries, scalding, accidents and fire when working in the engine compartment, e.g. inspecting and replenishing oil and other fluids. It is essential to observe safety notes »

Handbrake 

The warning light  comes on if the handbrake is applied. An audible warning is also given if you drive the vehicle for at least 3 seconds at a speed of more than 6 km/h.

The following is displayed in the information display:

Release parking brake!

Brake system 

The warning light  illuminates if the brake fluid level is too low or there is a fault in the ABS.

The following is displayed in the information display:

Brake fluid: Owner's manual!

Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the level of the brake fluid » page 132.

page 126, Engine compartment.

Instruments and Indicator Lights

WARNING

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If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe distance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning light system » page 37.

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The following guidelines should be observed when opening the bonnet and checking the brake fluid level »

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If the warning light  is displayed simultaneously with warning light

page 126, Engine compartment.

 » page 20, Antilock brake system (ABS) ,  do not continue your jour-

ney! Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.

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A fault to the braking system or the ABS system can increase the vehicle's braking distance – risk of accident!

Seat belt warning light 

The indicator light  comes on after the ignition is switched on as a reminder for the driver and front passenger to fasten the seat belt. The indicator light only goes out if the driver or front passenger has fastened his seat belt.

If the seat belt has not been fastened by the driver or front passenger, a permanent warning signal sounds at vehicle speeds greater than 20 km/h and simultaneously the indicator light  flashes.

If the seat belt is not fastened by the driver or front passenger during the next 90 seconds, the warning signal is deactivated and the indicator light  lights up permanently.

Dynamo 

If the warning light lights up  when the engine is running, the vehicle battery is not being charged.

Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage. The electrical system requires checking.

WARNING

If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe distance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning light system » page 37, Switches for the hazard warning light system.

CAUTION

If the warning light  (cooling system fault) comes on in addition to the warning light  when driving, stop the vehicle immediately and switch the engine off – risk of engine damage!

Open door 

The warning light  comes on if one or several doors are opened or if the boot lid is opened.

WARNING

If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe distance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning light system » page 37.

Engine oil  

The warning light  lights up red (low oil pressure)

The following is displayed in the information display:

Oil Pressure: Engine off! Owner's manual!

Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the level of the engine

oil » page 129. Even if the oil level is correct,  do not drive any further if the warning light is

flashing. Also do not leave the engine running at an idling speed. Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.

The warning light  lights up yellow (oil quantity too low)

The following is displayed in the information display:

Check oil level!

Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the level of the engine oil » page 129.

The warning light will go out if the bonnet is left open for more than 30 seconds. If no engine oil has been replenished, the warning light will come on again after driving about 100 km.

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The warning light  flashes yellow (engine oil level sensor faulty)

The following is displayed in the information display:

Oil sensor: Workshop!

If the engine oil level sensor is faulty, the warning light flashes  several times

and an audible signal sounds when the ignition is turned on.

Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.

WARNING

If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe distance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning light system » page 37.

Coolant temperature/coolant level  

The indicator light  lights up until the engine reaches operating temperature1).

Avoid high speeds, full throttle and high engine loads.

If the warning light  lights up or flashes, either the coolant temperature is too

high or the coolant level is too low.

The following is displayed in the information display:

Check coolant! Owner's manual!

Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, check the level of the coolant » page 130,

and refill the coolant if necessary » page 131.

If the coolant is within the specified range, the increased temperature may be

caused by an operating problem at the radiator fan. Check the fuse for the radia-

tor fan, replace if necessary » page 159, Replacing the fuses in the engine com-

partment.

Do not continue driving if the warning light   does not go off even though the

coolant level is correct and the fuse for the fan is in working order!

Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.

WARNING

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If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe distance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning light system » page 37.

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Carefully open the coolant expansion bottle. If the engine is hot, the cooling system is pressurized – risk of scalding! It is therefore best to allow the engine to cool down before removing the cap.

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Do not touch the radiator fan. The radiator fan may switch itself on automatically even if the ignition is off.

Power steering 

If the indicator light  lights up, there is a fault in the power steering system. The power steering operates with reduced steering assist or does not function at

all. Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) 

The warning light flashes to show that the ESC is currently operating. If the warning light  comes on immediately after you start the engine, the ESC

might be switched off due to technical reasons. Switch the ignition off and on again. If the warning light does not light up after you switch the engine back on, the ESR is fully functional again.

If the warning light  lights up, there is a fault in the ESC. The following is displayed in the information display:

Error: Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

Error: traction control (ASR)

Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage. Further information » page 72, Electronic Stability Control (ESC).

Not valid for vehicles with information display.

Instruments and Indicator Lights

Note

If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the warning light

 comes on after switching on the ignition. The warning light should go out after

driving a short distance.

Traction control system (TCS) 

The warning light flashes to show that the ASR is currently operating. If the warning light  comes on immediately after starting the engine, the ASR

can be switched off for technical reasons. Switch the ignition off and on again. If the warning light does not light up after you switch the engine back on, the ASR is fully functional again.

If the warning light  lights up, there is a fault in the ASR. The following is displayed in the information display:

Error: traction control (ASR)

Seek help from a Further information » page 73, Traction control (ASR).

ŠKODA specialist garage.

Antilock brake system (ABS) 

If the warning light  lights up, there is a fault in the ABS. The following is displayed in the information display:

Error: ABS

The vehicle will only be braked by the normal brake system without the ABS. Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.

WARNING

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If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-

tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning

light system » page 37.

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If the warning light  » page 17

 do not continue your journey! Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.

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A fault to the ABS system or the braking system can increase the vehicle's

braking distance – risk of accident!

is lit simultaneously with warning light ,

The rear fog light 

The warning light  comes on when the rear fog lights are operating » page 35.

Bulb failure 

The warning light  comes on if a bulb is faulty:

within a few seconds of the ignition being switched on;

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when switching on the defective light bulb.

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The following is displayed in the information display:

Check front-right dipped beam!

Note

The rear side lights and the licence plate lighting have several light bulbs. The indicator light  only lights up if all light bulbs of the licence plate lighting or the parking light (in one rear light) are defective. For this reason, regular check that these light bulbs are working correctly.

Exhaust inspection system 

If the warning light  lights up, there is a fault in the exhaust inspection system. The engine control unit allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.

Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.

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Glow plug system  (diesel engine)

The warning light  comes on after the ignition has been switched on. The engine can be started immediately after the pre-glow warning light goes out.

There is a fault in the glow plug system if the warning light  does not come on at all or lights up continuously.

If the warning light  begins to flash while driving, a fault exists in the engine control. The engine control unit allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.

Seek help from a

ŠKODA specialist garage.

EPC  fault light (petrol engine)

If the warning light  control unit allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.

Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.

 lights up, there is a fault in the engine control. The engine

Diesel particulate filter (diesel engine)

The diesel particulate filter separates the soot particles from the exhaust. The soot particles collect in the diesel particulate filter where they are burnt on a regular basis.

If the warning light  lights up, soot has accumulated in the diesel particulate filter.

To clean the diesel particle filter, the vehicle should be driven at an even speed of at least 60 km/h » at engine speeds of 1 800 – 2 500 rpm for at least 15 minutes or until the warning light goes out with the 4th or 5th gear engaged (automatic gearbox: position S) when the traffic situation permits it.

The warning light  only goes out after the diesel particulate filter has been successfully cleaned.

If the filter is not properly cleaned, the warning light  does not go out and the warning light  begins to flash.

The following is displayed in the information display:

Diesel particulate filter: Owner's manual!

The engine control unit allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode. After switching the ignition off and on again the indicator light, the indicator light  also lights up.

Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.

WARNING

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The diesel particle filter achieves very high temperatures. Therefore do not park in areas where the hot filter can come into direct contact with dry grass or other combustible materials – risk of fire!

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Always adjust your speed to suit weather, road, region and traffic conditions. The recommendations indicated by the warning light must not tempt you to disregard the national regulations for road traffic.

CAUTION

As long as the warning light  lights up, one must take into account an in-

creased fuel consumption and in certain circumstances a power reduction of the engine.

Note

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To assist the combustion process of the soot particles, we recommend that reg-

ularly driving over short distances should be avoided.

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Using diesel fuel with an increased sulphur content can considerably reduce the

life of the diesel particle filter. A ŠKODA specialist garage will be able to tell you which countries use only diesel fuel with high sulphur content.

Fuel reserve 

The indicator light  will come on if the fuel level is less than 7 litres. The following is displayed in the information display:

Please refuel! Range ... km

Note

The text in the information display goes out only after refuelling and driving a short distance.

Instruments and Indicator Lights

Airbag system 

If the warning light  lights up, there is a fault in the airbag system. The following is displayed in the information display:

Error: Airbag

The functionality of the airbag system is also monitored electronically when one airbag has been switched off.

If a front, side or head airbag or belt tensioner has been switched off using the vehicle system tester:

The indicator light  lights up for around 4 seconds after the ignition is switch-

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ed on and then flashes for around 12 seconds.

The following is displayed in the information display:

Airbag/belt tensioner deactivated!

If the airbag was switched off using the key-operated switch on the side of the dash panel on the passenger side:

The indicator light  comes on for around 4 seconds after the ignition has been

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switched on. Airbags that are switched off are indicated in the middle of the dashboard by

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the warning light   in the display      » Fig. 86 on page 103.

WARNING

If there is a fault, have the airbag system checked immediately by a ŠKODA specialist garage. Otherwise, there is a risk of the airbag not being activated in the event of an accident.

Tyre control display 

The warning light  lights up, if there is a substantial drop in inflation pressure in one of the tyres. Check and adjust the pressure in all tyres » page 137.

If the warning light  lights up, there is a fault in the system. Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage. Further information » page 141, Tyre control display.

Note

If the battery has been disconnected, the warning light  illuminates after the ignition is switched on. The warning light should go out after driving a short distance.

Windscreen washer fluid level 

If the windscreen washer fluid level is too low, the warning light  comes on. Top up with liquid » page 132, Windscreen washer system.

The following is displayed in the information display:

Top up wash fluid!

Turn signal system  

Either the left  or right  warning light flashes depending on the position of the turn signal lever.

If a turn signal light fails, the warning light flashes at twice its normal rate. Switching off the hazard warning light system is switched on will cause all of the

turn signal lights as well as both warning lights to flash. Further information » page 36, Turn signal and main beam lever.

Fog lights

The warning light  comes on when the fog lights are operating » page 35.

Speed regulating system 

The warning light  comes on when the cruise control is operating » page 75.

Selector lever lock 

If the warning light  lights up, operate the brake pedal. This is necessary, to be able to move the selector lever from position P or N » page 81.

Using the system

Main beam 

The warning light  comes on when the main beam or headlight flasher are selected » page 36.

Instruments and Indicator Lights

Unlocking and locking

Vehicle key

Introductory information

Fig. 7 Key without remote control/key with remote control (remote control key)

Two keys are provided with the vehicle. Depending on the equipment, your vehicle can be equipped with keys without radio remote control » Fig. 7 –  or with radio remote control» Fig. 7 – .

CAUTION

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Each key contains electronic components; therefore it must be protected

against moisture and severe shocks.

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Keep the groove of the keys absolutely clean. Impurities (textile fibres, dust, etc.) have a negative effect on the functionality of the locking cylinder and ignition lock.

Note

Please contact a ŠKODA Service Partner if you lose a key as they can obtain a new one for you.

Replacing the battery in the remote control key

WARNING

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Always withdraw the key whenever you leave the vehicle – even if it is only for a short time. This is particularly important if children are left in the vehicle. The children might otherwise start the engine or operate electrical equipment (e.g. electrical power windows) – risk of injury!

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Do not withdraw the ignition key from the ignition lock until the vehicle has come to a stop. The steering lock might otherwise engage unintentionally – risk of accident!

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Fig. 8 Remote control key: Remove cover/remove battery

Each remote control key contains a battery that is located under the cover

» Fig. 8. The battery needs replacing if red warning light » Fig. 7 on page 24 –  does not go on when you press a button on the remote control key. We recommend that you ask a ŠKODA Service Partner to replace the key battery. However, if you would like to replace the discharged battery yourself proceed as follows.

Flip out the key.

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Press off the battery cover with your thumb or using a flat screwdriver in the

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region of arrows 1 » Fig. 8.

Remove the discharged battery from the key by pressing the battery down-

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wards in the region of arrow 2.

Insert the new battery. Ensure that the “+” symbol on the battery is facing up-

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wards. The correct polarity is shown on the battery cover.

Place the battery cover on the key and press it down until it clicks into place.

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CAUTION

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Pay attention to the correct polarity when changing the battery.

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The replacement battery must have the same specification as the original bat-

tery.

For the sake of the environment

Dispose of the used battery in accordance with national legal provisions.

Note

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Please contact a ŠKODA

new one for you.

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The system has to be synchronised, if the vehicle cannot be unlocked or locked

with the remote control key after replacing the battery » page 28.

Service Partner if you lose a key as they can obtain a

Child safety lock

Fig. 9

Switching child safety lock on

The child safety lock prevents the rear door from being opened from the inside. The door can only be opened from the outside.

You can switch the child safety lock on and off using the vehicle key.

Switching on

Turn the slot of the safety lock in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 9 (mirror-in-

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verted on the right doors).

Switching off

Turn the slot of the safety lock in the opposite direction to the arrow (mirror-

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inverted on the right doors).

Central locking system

Introductory information

When using central locking or unlocking, all doors are locked or unlocked simultaneously. The boot lid is unlocked when opening. It can be opened by pressing the handle above the licence plate » page 31, Opening/closing.

Warning light in the driver's door

After locking the vehicle, the warning light flashes for around 2 seconds in quick succession, afterwards it begins to flash evenly at longer intervals.

If the vehicle is locked and the safe securing system » page 26 is not operating, the warning light in the driver door flashes for about 2 starts to flash evenly at longer intervals after about 30 seconds.

If the indicator light first flashes fast for about 2 seconds, then lights up for about 30 seconds continuously and then flashes slowly, there is a fault in the central locking system or in the interior monitor and in the towing protection » page 29. Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.

Individual settings

Opening a single door

This selection function makes it possible to only unlock the driver's door. The other doors remain locked and are only unlocked when the command is repeated.

Automatic locking and unlocking

All the doors and the boot lid are locked automatically once the car reaches a speed of about 15 km/h.

If the ignition key is withdrawn, the car is then automatically unlocked again. In addition, it is possible for the driver or front passenger to unlock the car by pressing the central locking button  » page 27.

The doors can be unlocked and opened from the inside by a single pull on the opening lever of the respective door.

WARNING

Locked doors prevent unwanted entry into the vehicle from outside, for exam-

ple at road crossings. Locked doors do, however, make it more difficult for rescuers to get into the vehicle in an emergency – danger to life!

seconds fast, goes out and

Unlocking and locking

Note

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Upon request you can have custom settings activated by a

ner.

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In the event of an accident in which the airbags are deployed, the locked doors are automatically unlocked in order to enable rescuers to gain access to the vehicle.

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Only the driver's door can be unlocked or locked using the key if the central locking system fails » page 27. The other doors and the boot lid can be manually locked or unlocked.

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Emergency locking of the door » page 30.

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Emergency unlocking of the boot lid » page 31.

ŠKODA Service Part-

Note

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The anti-theft alarm system is activated when the vehicle is locked even if the safe securing system is deactivated. The interior monitor is however not activated.

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After locking the vehicle, you will be informed that the safe securing system is activated by means of the message CHECK DEADLOCK on the instrument cluster display. On vehicles that are equipped with an information display, the following message will appear Check SAFELOCK! Owner's manual!

Unlocking the vehicle using the key

Safe securing system

The central locking system is equipped with a safe securing system. The door locks are blocked automatically if the vehicle is locked from the outside. The warning light flashes for around 2 seconds in quick succession, afterwards it begins to flash evenly at longer intervals. It is not possible to open the doors with the door handle either from the inside or from the outside. This acts as an effective deterrent for attempts to break into your vehicle.

The safe securing system can be deactivated within 2 the vehicle.

If the safe securing system is not operating, the warning light in the driver door flashes for about 2 seconds fast, goes out and starts to flash evenly at longer intervals after about 30 seconds.

The safe securing system is activated again the next time the vehicle is unlocked and locked.

If the vehicle is locked and the safe securing system is deactivated, the door can be opened from the inside by a single pull on opening lever of the respective door.

seconds by double locking

WARNING

If the vehicle is locked from the outside and the safe securing system is activated, there must not be any person in the vehicle as it is then no longer possible to open either a door or a window from the inside. The locked doors make it more difficult for rescuers to get into the vehicle in an emergency – hazard!

Using the system

Fig. 10

Turning the key for unlocking and locking the vehicle

Turn the key in the locking cylinder of the driver's door in the direction of travel

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(unlocking position) A » Fig. 10.

Pull the door handle and open the door.

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All the doors (only the driver's door on vehicles with anti-theft alarm system)

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are unlocked.

The boot lid is then unlocked.

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The switched on interior lights come on over the door contact.

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The safe securing system is deactivated.

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The warning light in the driver door stops flashing if the car is not fitted with an

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anti-theft alarm system » page 29.

Note

If the vehicle is equipped with an anti-theft alarm system, you must insert the key into the ignition lock and switch the ignition on within 15 seconds after unlocking the door in order to deactivate the anti-theft alarm system. The alarm is trig- gered if the ignition is not switched on within 15 seconds.

Locking the vehicle with the key

Turn the key in the locking cylinder of the driver's door in the opposite direction

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of travel (lock position) B » Fig. 10 on page 26.

All the doors and the boot lid are locked.

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The switched on interior lights will switch off over the door contact.

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The safe securing system is immediately activated.

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The warning light in the driver door begins flashing.

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Note

If the driver's door has been opened, the vehicle cannot be locked.

Vehicle locking/unlocking from the inside

Fig. 11

Central locking button

If the vehicle was not locked from the outside, you can also unlock and lock it with the button » Fig. 11 without the ignition switched on.

Locking all doors and the boot lid

Press the button  » Fig. 11. The symbol  in the button comes on.

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Unlocking all doors and the boot lid

Press the button  » Fig. 11. The symbol  in the button is no longer illuminated.

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The following applies if your vehicle has been locked using the central locking button.

It is not possible to open the doors or the boot lid from the outside (safety fea-

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ture, e.g. when stopping at traffic lights etc.). The doors can be unlocked and opened from the inside by a single pull on the

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opening lever of the respective door.

If at least one door has been opened, the vehicle cannot be locked.

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In the event of an accident in which the airbags are deployed, the locked doors

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are automatically unlocked from the inside in order to enable rescuers to gain access to the vehicle.

WARNING

The central locking system also operates if the ignition is switched off. Children should never be left unattended in the vehicle since it is difficult to provide assistance from the outside when the doors are locked. Locked doors make it difficult for rescuers to get into the vehicle in an emergency – hazard!

Note

If the safe securing system is activated» page 26, the door opening lever and the central locking buttons do not operate.

Remote control

Introductory information

You can use the remote control key to:

unlock and lock the vehicle,

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unlocking boot lid.

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The transmitter with the battery is housed in the handle of the remote control key. The receiver is located in the interior of the vehicle. The operating range of the remote control key is approx. 30 m. But this range of the remote control can be reduced if the batteries are weak.

The key has a fold-open key bit which can be used for unlocking and locking the car manually and also for starting the engine.

If a lost key is replaced or if the receiver unit has been repaired or replaced, the system must be initialised by a ŠKODA control key be used again.

Service Partner. Only then can the remote

Unlocking and locking

Note

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The remote control is automatically deactivated when the ignition is switched

on.

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The operation of the remote control may temporarily be affected by interference from transmitters close to the car and which operate in the same frequency range (e.g. mobile phone, TV transmitter).

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The battery must be replaced if the central locking or anti-theft alarm system does react to the remote control at less than 3

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If the driver door is open, the vehicle cannot be locked using the remote control key.

metres away » page 24.

Unlocking/locking

Fig. 12

Remote control key

Unlocking the vehicle 

Press the button 1 » Fig. 12.

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Locking the vehicle 

Press the button 3 » Fig. 12.

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Deactivating the safe securing system

Press the button 3 » Fig. 12 twice within 2 seconds. Further informa-

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tion » page 25.

Unlocking the boot lid 

Press the button 2 » Fig. 12. Further information » page 31.

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Folding out the key bit

Press the button 4 » Fig. 12.

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Folding in the key bit

Press the button 4 » Fig. 12 and fold in the key bit.

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Unlocking

The turn signal lights flash twice as confirmation that the vehicle has been unlocked. If the vehicle is unlocked using button 1 and none of the doors or the boot lid are opened within the next 30 seconds, the vehicle is automatically locked again and the safe securing system or anti-theft alarm system is reactivated. This function is intended to prevent the car being unlocked unintentionally.

In addition, when the car is unlocked, the electrically adjustable seats and exterior mirrors move into the position assigned to this key. The stored setting of driver seat and exterior mirrors is retrieved.

Locking

The turn signal lights flash once to confirm that the vehicle has been correctly locked.

If the doors or the boot lid remain open after the vehicle has been locked, the turn signal lights do not flash until they have been closed.

WARNING

If the car is locked from the outside and the safe securing system is activated, there must not be any person in the car as it is then not possible to open either a door or a window from the inside. The locked doors make it more difficult for rescuers to get into the vehicle in an emergency – hazard!

Note

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Only operate the remote control when the doors and boot lid are closed and the

vehicle is in your line of sight.

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To avoid the car being locked inadvertently once in the car, the lock button of the remote control must not be pressed before the key is inserted into the ignition lock. Should this happen, press the unlock button  of the remote control.

Synchronization

If the vehicle cannot be unlocked by actuating the remote control system then it is possible that the code in the key and the control unit in the vehicle are no longer synchronised. This can occur when the buttons on the radio-operated key are actuated a number of times outside of the operative range of the equipment or the battery on the remote control was replaced.

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Using the system

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