Renault Rapid 2014 User Manual
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ŠKODA Rapid
Owner's Manual
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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
Subject 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 “left”, “right”, “front”, “rear” relate to the direction
of 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.
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Indicates situations where the vehicle must be stopped as soon as
possible.
® Denotes a registered trademark.
Indicates the texts displayed in the MAXI DOT screen.
Indicates the texts shown in the segment display.
Display
In this owner's manual, the screen on the MAXI DOT display is used as the display illustration, provided it is not otherwise stated.
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.
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.
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.
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Preface
You have opted for a ŠKODA – our sincere thanks for your confidence in us.
You have received a vehicle with the latest technology and range of amenities. Please read this Owner's Manual carefully, because 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 Partner.
We hope you enjoy driving your ŠKODA, and wish you a pleasant journey at all times.
Your ŠKODA AUTO a.s. (hereinafter referred to only as ŠKODA or manufacturer)
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Terms used
The on-board literature contains the following terms relating to the service
work for your vehicle.
“Specialist”
“ŠKODA service partner”
“ŠKODA partner”
Owner's Manual
These operating instructions apply to all body variants of the vehicle and to all
related models.
This Owner's Manual describes all possible equipment variants without identifying them as special equipment, model variants or market-dependent equipment.
Consequently, your vehicle does not need to contain all of the equipment
components described in this Owner's Manual.
The level of equipment in your vehicle refers to your purchase contract for the
vehicle. More information is available from the ŠKODA Partner from whom you
bought the vehicle.
The illustrations can differ in minor details from your vehicle; they are only intended for general information.
Supplementary Information (applies to Russia)
The full type approval number of the means of transport is indicated in the
registration documents.
- Workshop - a workshop that carries out specialist service tasks
for ŠKODA vehicles. A specialist can be a ŠKODA Partner, a ŠKODA Service Partner, or an independent workshop.
- A Workshop that has been contractually authorized
by the manufacturer ŠKODA AUTO a.s. or its sales partner to perform
service tasks on ŠKODA vehicles and to sell ŠKODA Genuine Parts.
- A company that has been authorized by the manufacturer
ŠKODA AUTO a.s. or its sales partner to sell new ŠKODA vehicles and,
when applicable, to service them using ŠKODA Genuine Parts and sell
ŠKODA Genuine Parts.
Table of Contents
Abbreviations
Safety
Passive Safety 6
General information 6
Correct and safe seated position 7
Seat belts 10
Using seat belts 10
Inertia reels and belt tensioners 13
Airbag system
Description of the airbag system 14
Airbag overview 15
Deactivating airbags 18
Transporting children safely 19
Child seat 19
Fastening systems 22
Using the system
Cockpit
Overview
Instruments and Indicator Lights
Instrument cluster
Indicator lights
Information system
Driver information system
Multifunction display (MFD)
MAXI DOT display
Service interval display
Unlocking and opening
Unlocking and locking
Anti-theft alarm system
25
24
26
26
30
37
37
39
42
43
45
45
49
Luggage compartment lid 50
Electric power windows 51
Lights and visibility 53
Lights 53
Interior lighting 58
Visibility 59
Windscreen wipers and washers 60
Rear mirror 61
Seats and head restraints 63
Seats and head restraints 63
Seat features 66
Transporting and practical equipment 68
14
Useful equipment 68
Luggage compartment 75
Roof rack system 78
Heating and air conditioning 80
Heating, ventilation, cooling 80
Communication and multimedia 85
Universal telephone installation GSM II 85
Voice control 89
Multimedia 90
Driving
Starting-off and Driving
Starting and turning off the engine 93
Brakes and parking 95
Manual gear changing and pedals 96
Automatic gearbox 97
Driving in an economical driving 100
Driving through water and driving off of
made-up roads 101
Assist systems 102
Braking and stabilisation systems 102
Parking aid 103
Cruise Control System 104
START-STOP 105
Hitch and trailer 108
Hitch 108
Trailer 112
General Maintenance
Care and maintenance 115
Service work, adjustments and technical
alterations 115
Washing vehicle 118
Cleaning vehicle exterior 119
Interior care 122
Inspecting and replenishing 125
Fuel 125
Engine compartment 127
Engine oil 130
Coolant 132
Brake fluid 133
Vehicle battery 134
Wheels 138
Tyres and wheel rims 138
Tyre control display 141
Reserve and temporary spare wheel 142
93
Winter operation
Do-it-yourself
Emergency equipment and self-help
Emergency equipment 145
Changing a wheel 147
Tyre repair 151
Jump-starting 153
Towing the vehicle 154
Remote control 156
143
145
Table of Contents
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Emergency unlocking/locking 157
Replacing windscreen wiper blades 158
Fuses and light bulbs 159
Fuses 159
Bulbs 162
Technical data
Technical data 168
Vehicle data 168
Index
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Table of Contents
Abbreviations
Abbreviation Definition
rpm Engine revolutions per minute
A2DP
ABS Anti-lock brake system
AG Automatic gearbox
AGM Vehicle battery type
TCS Traction control
CO2 in g/km
DPF Diesel particle filter
DSG Automatic double clutch gearbox
EDL Electronic differential lock
ECE Economic Commission for Europe
EPC EPC fault light
ESC Electronic Stability Control
EU European Union
GSM Global System for Mobile communications
HBA Hydraulic brake assist
HHC Uphill start assist
kW Kilowatt, measuring unit for the engine output
MDI Inputs for connecting external devices
MFD Multifunction display
MG Manual gearbox
MPI Gasoline engine with a multi-point fuel injection
N1
Nm Newton meter, measuring unit for the engine torque
PIN personal identification number
SIM card a card for the identification of the mobile network operator
a Bluetooth software profile for a one-way transfer of audio
data
discharged quantity of carbon dioxide in grams per driven
kilometer
Panel van intended exclusively or mainly for the transportation of goods
Abbreviation Definition
TDI CR
TSI Petrol engine with turbocharging and direct injection
Diesel engine with turbo charging and common rail injection
system
Abbreviations
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Safety
Passive Safety
General information
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Before setting off
Driving safety 6
Safety equipment 6
In this section you will find important information, tips and notes on the subject of passive safety in your vehicle.
We have combined everything here which you should be familiar with, for example, regarding seat belts, airbags, child seats and safety of children.
WARNING
■
This chapter contains important information on how to use the vehicle for
the driver and his occupants.
■
You can find further information on safety concerning you and those trav-
elling with you in the following chapters of this owner's manual.
■
The complete on-board literature should always be in the vehicle. This
applies in particular, if you rent out or sell the vehicle.
Before setting off
Read and observe on page 6 first.
For your own safety and the safety of the people travelling with you, please
pay attention to the following points before setting off.
Ensure that the lighting and the turn signal system are functioning proper-
ly.
Ensure that the function of the wipers and the condition of the wiper
blades are free of any defects.
Ensure that all of the windows offer good visibility to the outside.
Adjust the rear-view mirror so that vision to the rear is guaranteed.
Ensure that the mirrors are not covered.
Check the tyre inflation pressure.
Check the engine oil, brake fluid and coolant level.
Secure all items of luggage.
Do not exceed the permissible axle loads and permissible gross weight of
the vehicle.
Close all doors as well as the bonnet and boot lid.
Ensure that no objects can obstruct the pedals.
Protect children in suitable child seats with correctly fastened seat
6
belts » page 19, Transporting children safely.
Adopt the correct seated position » page 7, Correct and safe seated
position. Tell your passengers to assume the correct seated position.
Driving safety
Read and observe on page 6 first.
The driver is fully responsible for himself and his occupants. If your driving
safety is effected, you place yourself and the oncoming traffic at risk.
The following guidelines must therefore be observed.
Do not become distracted from concentrating on the traffic situation, e.g.
by your passengers or mobile phone calls.
Never drive when your driving ability is impaired, e.g. due to medication, al-
cohol or drugs.
Keep to the traffic regulations and the permissible speed limit.
Always adjust the driving speed to the road, traffic and weather condi-
tions.
Take regular breaks on long journeys – at least every two hours.
Safety equipment
Read and observe
The following list contains only part of the safety equipment in your vehicle.
Three-point seat belts for all the seats.
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Belt force limiters for the front seats.
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Belt tensioners for the front seats.
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Seat belt height adjusters for the front seats.
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Front airbag for the driver and the front passenger.
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Side airbags.
›
on page 6 first.
6
Safety
Head airbags.
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Anchoring points for child seats using the ISOFIX system.
›
Anchoring points for child seats using the TOP TETHER system.
›
Head restraints adjustable for height1).
›
Adjustable steering column.
›
The specified safety equipment works together, in order to optimally protect
you and those travelling with you in accident situations.
The safety equipment does not protect you or the people travelling with you, if
you or your occupants adopt an incorrect seated position or the equipment is
not correctly adjusted or used.
If the seat belt is not fastened properly, this may result in injuries if an airbag is
activated in the event of an accident.
Correct and safe seated position
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Correct seated position for the driver
Adjusting the steering wheel position 8
Correct seated position for the front passenger 8
Correct seated position for the passengers in the rear seats 9
Examples of incorrect seated positions 9
WARNING
■
The front seats and all head restraints must be adjusted to match the
body size at all times and the seat belt must always be fastened properly to
provide the most effective levels of protection to the passengers.
■
Each occupant must correctly fasten the seat belt belonging to the seat.
Children must be fastened » page 19, Transporting children safely with a
suitable restraint system.
■
If the occupant adopts an incorrect seated position, he is exposed to lifethreatening injuries, in case he is hit by a deployed airbag.
WARNING (Continued)
■
If the occupants on the rear seats are not sitting upright, the risk of injury
is increased due to incorrect routing of the seat belt.
■
The seat backrests must not be tilted too far back when driving, as this
will impair the function of the seat belts and of the airbag system – risk of
injury!
Correct seated position for the driver
7
Fig. 1
The correct distance of the driver to the steering wheel/correctly
adjusted head restraint
Read and observe on page 7 first.
For your own safety and to reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accident,
the following instructions must be observed.
Adjust the driver’s seat in the forward/back direction so that the pedals
can be fully depressed with slightly bent legs.
Adjust the seat backrest so that the highest point of the steering wheel
can be reached with your arms at a slight angle.
Adjust the steering wheel so that the distance A between the steering
wheel and your chest is at least 25 cm » Fig. 1. Adjust the steering
wheel » page 8, Adjusting the steering wheel position.
Adjust the head restraint such that the top edge of the head restraint is at
the same level as the top of your head 2) B » Fig. 1.
Correctly fasten the seat belt » page 10, Using seat belts.
1)
Not valid for sports seat.
2)
Not valid for sport seats.
Passive Safety
7
Adjust the seats and head restraints » page 63.
WARNING
■
Always assume the correct seated position before setting off and do not
change this position while driving. Also advise your passengers to adopt
the correct seated position and not to change this position while the car is
moving.
■
Maintain a distance of at least 25 cm to the steering wheel. Not maintaining this minimum distance will mean that the airbag system will not be able
to properly protect you - hazard!
■
When driving, hold the steering wheel with both hands firmly on the outer edge in the “9 o'clock” and “3 o'clock” position. Never hold the steering
wheel in the “12 o'clock” position or in any other way (e.g. in the middle or
inner edge of the steering wheel). In such cases, you could severely injure
the arms, hands and head when the driver airbag is deployed.
■
Ensure that there are no objects in the driver's footwell as they may get
caught behind the pedals when driving or applying the braking. You would
then no longer be able to operate the clutch, brake or acceleration pedals.
Adjusting the steering wheel position
Fig. 2
Adjusting the steering wheel position
Read and observe on page 7 first.
The height and forward/back position of the steering wheel can be adjusted.
Swivel the lever underneath the steering wheel downwards » Fig. 2.
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Adjust the steering wheel to the desired position (with regard to the height
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and forward/back position).
Push the lever upwards to the stop.
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WARNING
■
The lever for adjusting the steering wheel must be locked whilst driving
so that the steering wheel cannot accidentally change position during the
journey – risk of accident!
■
Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving only when
the vehicle is stationary!
Correct seated position for the front passenger
Read and observe
For passenger safety and to reduce the risk of injury in an accident, the following instructions must be observed.
Position the front passenger seat back as far as possible. The front pas-
senger must maintain a distance of at least 25 cm to the dash panel so
that the airbag offers the greatest possible safety if it is deployed.
Adjust the head restraint such that the top edge of the head restraint is at
the same level as the top of your head 1) B » Fig. 1 on page 7.
Correctly fasten the seat belt » page 10, Using seat belts.
Adjust the seats and head restraints » page 63.
In exceptional cases the front passenger airbag can be deactiva-
ted » page 18, Deactivating airbags.
WARNING
■
Maintain a distance of at least 25 cm to the dash panel. Not maintaining
this minimum distance will mean that the airbag system will not be able to
properly protect you – hazard!
■
Always keep your feet in the footwell when the car is being driven – never place your feet on the instrument panel, out of the window or on the
surfaces of the seats. You will be exposed to increased risk of injury if it becomes necessary to apply the brake or in the event of an accident. If an airbag is deployed, you could suffer fatal injuries by adopting an incorrect
seated position!
on page 7 first.
1)
Not valid for sport seats.
8
Safety
Correct seated position for the passengers in the rear seats
Read and observe on page 7 first.
To reduce the risk of injury in the event of a sudden braking manoeuvre or an
accident, the occupants on the rear seats must observe the following.
Adjust the head restraint such that the top edge of the head restraint is at
the same level as the upper part of the head B » Fig. 1 on page 7.
Correctly fasten the seat belt » page 10, Using seat belts.
Use a suitable child restraint system if transporting children in the vehicle » page 19, Transporting children safely.
Adjust the seats and head restraints » page 63.
Examples of incorrect seated positions
Read and observe
Maximum seat belt protection is only achieved if seat belts are fastened correctly.
Incorrect seated positions considerably reduce the protective functions of the
seat belts and therefore increase the risk of injury due to an incorrect routing
of the seat belt.
The driver is fully responsible for himself and passengers, especially children.
Never allow a passenger to adopt an incorrect seated position when the car is
moving.
The following list contains instructions which, if not observed, may cause serious injuries or death. This list is not complete, however we would like you to
familiarise yourself with this subject.
Observe the following instructions while driving.
Do not stand up.
Do not stand on the seats.
Do not kneel on the seats.
Do not tilt the seat backrest too far back.
Do not lean against the dash panel.
Do not lie on the rear seats.
Do not sit only on the front part of the seat.
Do not sit facing to the side.
on page 7 first.
Do not lean out of the window.
Do not put your feet out of the window.
Do not put your feet on the dash panel.
Do not put your feet on the seat cushion.
Do not allow anybody to travel in the footwell.
Do not drive without fastening your seat belt.
Do not delay in the luggage compartment.
Passive Safety
9
Seat belts
Using seat belts
Introduction
Fig. 3
Driver wearing seat belt
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
The physical principle of a frontal collision 11
Fastening and unfastening seat belts 12
Belt height adjustment on the front seats 13
Seat belts that are fastened correctly offer good protection in the event of an
accident. They reduce the risk of an injury and increase the chance of survival
in the event of a major accident.
Correctly fastened seat belts hold occupants of the car in the correct seated
position » Fig. 3.
The seat belts reduce the kinetic energy (energy of motion) to a considerable
extent. They also prevent uncontrolled movements which, in turn, may well result in severe injuries.
Occupants of a vehicle who have correctly fastened their seat belts have the
major benefit of the fact that the kinetic energy is absorbed as effectively as
possible by the belts.
The structure of the front end of the vehicle and other passive safety measures, such as the airbag system, also contribute to the kinetic energy being reduced as effectively as possible. The energy produced is thus absorbed and
there is less risk of injury.
Particular safety aspects must be observed when transporting children in the
vehicle » page 19, Transporting children safely.
WARNING
■
Fasten your seat belt before each journey – even when driving in town!
This also applies to the passengers seated at the rear – risk of injury!
■
Expectant women must also always wear a seat belt. This is the only way
of ensuring optimal protection for the unborn child » page 12, Fastening
and unfastening seat belts.
■
Maximum seat belt protection is only achieved if you are correctly seated » page 7, Correct and safe seated position.
■
The seat backrests of the front seats must not be tilted too far to the rear
otherwise the seatbelts can lose their effectiveness.
WARNING
Information on the correct routing of the belt
■
Always ensure that the webbing of the seat belts is properly routed. Seat
belts which are not correctly adjusted can themselves cause injuries even
in minor accidents.
■
Adjust the height of the belt in such a way that the shoulder part of the
belt is roughly positioned across the middle of your shoulder – on no account across your neck.
■
A seat belt which is hanging too loose can result in injuries as your body is
moved forward by the kinetic energy produced in an accident and is then
suddenly held firm by the belt.
■
The belt webbing must not run across solid or fragile objects (e.g. spectacles, ball-point pens, bunches of keys etc.). Such objects can cause injury.
WARNING
Information on dealing with the safety belts
■
The belt webbing must not be jammed in-between at any point or twisted, or chafe against any sharp edges.
■
Make sure you do not catch the seat belt in the door when closing it.
WARNING
Information on the proper use of the safety belts
■
Never use one seat belt to secure two persons (including children). The
seatbelt must not be placed over a child who is sitting on the lap of another
passenger.
10
Safety
WARNING (Continued)
■
The lock tongue should only be inserted into the lock which is the correct
one for your seat. Wrong use of the safety belt will reduce its capacity to
protect and the risk of injury increases.
■
The slot of the belt tongue must not be blocked, otherwise the belt
tongue will not lock in place properly.
■
Many layers of clothing and loose clothing (e. g. a winter coat over a jacket) do not allow you to be correctly seated and impairs proper operation of
the seat belts.
■
It is prohibited to use clamps or other objects to adjust seat belts (e. g. for
shortening the belts for smaller persons).
■
The seat belts for the rear seats can only fulfil their function reliably
when the seat backrests are correctly locked into position » page 67.
WARNING
Information on the care and maintenance of the safety belts
■
The belt webbing must always be kept clean. Soiled belt webbing may impair proper operation of the inertia reel » page 124.
■
The seat belts must not be removed or changed in any way. Do not attempt to repair the seat belts yourself.
■
Check the condition of all the seat belts on a regular basis. If any damage
to the seat belts, seat belt connections, inertia reel or the lock is detected,
the relevant seat belt must be replaced by a specialist garage.
■
Damaged seat belts which have been subjected to stress in an accident
and were therefore stretched, must be replaced – this is best done by a
specialist garage. The anchorage points of the belts must also be inspected. The anchorage points for the belts should also be checked.
Note
The national legal requirements must be observed when using seat belts.
The physical principle of a frontal collision
Fig. 4 Driver without a fastened seat belt/rear seat passenger without a
fastened seat belt
Read and observe on page 10 first.
As soon as the vehicle is moving, so-called kinetic energy (the energy of motion) is produced both in terms of the car as well as in terms of the occupants.
The magnitude of this kinetic energy depends essentially on the speed at
which the vehicle is travelling and on the weight of the vehicle including the
occupants. The greater the speed and weight increase, the greater the
amount of energy which has to be absorbed in the event of an accident.
The speed of the vehicle is the most important factor. Doubling the speed of
the vehicle from 25 km/h up to 50 km/hour increases the kinetic energy four
times.
The idea that it is possible to support your body with your hands in a minor accident is incorrect. Even in a collision at only a low speed, the forces acting on
the body are such that it is no longer possible to support your body.
Even if you only drive at a speed of 30-50 km/h, the forces that your body is
exposed to in the event of an accident can exceed a metric ton (1000 kg).
For example, a person's weight of 80 kg “increases” to 4.8 tons (4800 kg) at
50 km/h.
In the event of a frontal collision, occupants of the car not wearing a seat belt
are thrown forward and strike parts of the interior of the car, such as the
steering wheel, dash panel, windscreen in ways which cannot be controlled » Fig. 4 - . In certain circumstances you could even be thrown out of the
vehicle, which could cause life threatening or even fatal injuries.
Seat belts
11
It is also important that rear passengers fasten their seat belts, as they could
otherwise be thrown through the vehicle in an uncontrolled manner in the
event of an accident.
Rear seat passengers who have not fastened their seat belts are a danger not
only to themselves but also to those seated at the front » Fig. 4 – .
Fastening and unfastening seat belts
Fig. 5 Fastening/unfastening the seat belt
Fig. 6 Routing of belt webbing over the shoulders and the lap belt/Rout-
ing of belt webbing for an expectant mother
Use the lock tongue to slowly pull the webbing over your chest and pelvis.
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Insert the lock tongue into the belt buckle for the seat » Fig. 5 - until it
›
audibly clicks into place.
Pull on the belt to check that it has engaged correctly in the lock.
›
A plastic knob in the belt webbing holds the belt tongue in a position which is
easy to get hold of.
It is important that the belt is properly routed to ensure seat belts offer the
maximum protection.
The shoulder part of the seat belt must never run across the neck but must
roughly run over the middle of the shoulder and fit snugly against the chest.
The lap part of the belt must run across the pelvis, must not be positioned
across the stomach and must always fit snugly » Fig. 6 - .
Expectant women must also always wear a seat belt. This is the only way of
ensuring optimal protection for the unborn child.
With pregnant women, the lap part of the belt must be positioned as low as
possible on the pelvis to avoid exerting any pressure on the lower abdomen » Fig. 6 - .
Release
Release the seat belt only when the vehicle is stationary.
Press the red button in the belt buckle » Fig. 5 - ; the lock tongue pops out.
›
Manually guide the belt back so that it is easier to fully roll up the webbing,
›
the seat belt does not twist.
CAUTION
When releasing the seatbelt ensure that the tongue of the lock does not damage the door trim or other parts of the interior.
Read and observe on page 10 first.
Fasten
Correctly adjust the front seat and head restraint1) before fastening the seat
›
belt » page 7.
1)
Not valid for sports seat.
12
Safety
Belt height adjustment on the front seats
Fig. 7
Front seat: Seat belt height adjuster
Read and observe on page 10 first.
The seat belt height adjuster makes it possible to adjust the routing of the
front seat belts in the area of the shoulder to the body size.
Press the seat belt height adjuster and move up or down in the desired di-
›
rection » Fig. 7.
Then pull firmly on the belt to ensure that the seat belt height adjuster has
›
correctly locked in place.
Inertia reels and belt tensioners
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Inertia reels
Belt tensioners
Inertia reels
Each seat belt is equipped with an inertia reel.
When pulling slowly on the seat belt, the belt can move freely. When pulling
sharply on the seat belt, the movement is locked by the inertia reel.
The belts also lock when full braking, when the car accelerates, when driving
downhill and when cornering.
WARNING
If the seat belt does not lock when pulling sharply on it, have it inspected
immediately by a specialist garage.
Belt tensioners
Safety for the driver and front passenger wearing their seat belts is enhanced
by the belt tensioners fitted to the inertia reels of the front three-point seat
belts.
The three-point seat belts are automatically tensioned in the event of a frontal
collision of a certain severity. The belt tensioners can also be deployed if the
seat belts are not fastened.
The seat belts are automatically tensioned in the event of a collision of a certain severity.
Belt tensioners are not activated in the event of minor frontal collisions, side
and rear-end collisions, in the case of a rollover and also not in accidents in
which no major forces are produced from the front.
WARNING
■
Any work on the belt tensioner system including removal and installation
of system components because of other repair work, must only be carried
out by a specialist garage.
■
The protective function of the system is only adequate for a single accident. If the belt tensioners have been deployed, it is then necessary to replace the entire system.
Note
■
Smoke is generated when the belt tensioners are deployed. This is not an in-
dication of a fire in the vehicle.
■
13
When disposing of the vehicle or parts of the belt tensioner system, it is im-
portant to comply with national legal requirements. ŠKODA service partners
13
are familiar with these regulations and will be able to provide you with detailed information.
Seat belts
13
Airbag system
Description of the airbag system
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
System description 14
Airbag deployment 14
WARNING
■
An airbag can only offer you optimal protection in combination with a
fastened seat belt.
■
The airbag is not a substitute for the seat belt, but instead forms part of
the complete passive vehicle safety concept.
■
To ensure passengers are protected with the greatest possible effect
when the airbag is deployed, the front seats must be correctly adjusted to
match the body size » page 7, Correct and safe seated position.
■
If you do not fasten the seat belts when driving, lean too far forward or
adopt an incorrect seated position, you are exposing yourself to increased
risk of injury in the event of an accident.
WARNING
Information on the use of the airbag system
■
If there is a fault, the airbag system must be checked by a specialist garage immediately. Otherwise, there is a risk of the airbag not being activated in the event of an accident.
■
No modifications of any kind must be made to parts of the airbag system.
■
Any work on the airbag system including the installation and removal of
system components due to other repair work (e.g. removal of the steering
wheel) must only be carried out by a specialist garage.
■
Never make any changes to the front bumper or bodywork.
■
It is prohibited to manipulate individual parts of the airbag system as this
might result in the airbag being deployed.
■
The protective function of the airbag system is sufficient for only one accident. The airbag system must then be replaced if the airbag has been deployed.
System description
Read and observe on page 14 first.
The functional status of the airbag system is indicated by the indicator light
in the instrument cluster » page 35.
When the airbags are deployed, they fill with gas and inflate.
A grey white or red, non-harmful gas is released when the airbag is inflated.
This is perfectly normal and is not an indication of a fire in the vehicle.
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the airbag system consists of the
following modules.
Electronic control unit.
›
Front airbag for the driver and the front passenger » page 15.
›
Side airbags » page 16.
›
Head airbags » page 17.
›
Airbag warning light in the instrument cluster » page 35.
›
Key switch for the front passenger airbag » page 18.
›
Warning light for the front passenger airbag deactivation/activation in the
›
middle of the dash panel » page 18.
Note
■
The airbag system needs no maintenance during its working life.
■
If you sell your vehicle, provide the complete vehicle documentation to the
new owner. Please note that the information relating to the possibility of deactivating the front passenger airbag must be included!
■
When disposing of vehicle or parts of the airbag system, it is important to
comply with the national legal requirements.
Airbag deployment
Read and observe
The airbags inflate in fractions of a second and at a high speed in order to be
able to offer additional protection in the event of an accident.
The airbag system is only functional when the ignition is switched on.
In certain accident situations, the several airbags may be deployed simultane-
ously.
The airbags are not deployed in the case of minor frontal and side collisions,
rear-end collisions, tilting of the vehicle and vehicle rollover.
on page 14 first.
14
Safety
Deployment factors
It is not possible to generally determine which deployment conditions apply to
the airbag system in every situation. An important role is played by factors
such as the type of object that the vehicle hits (hard/soft), the impact angle,
vehicle speed etc.
A decisive factor for the deployment of the airbags is the deceleration which
occurs. The control unit analyses the nature of the collision and activates the
relevant restraint system.
If the vehicle deceleration which occurs and is measured during the collision
remains below the prescribed reference values specified in the control unit,
the airbags are not deployed although the vehicle may well suffer severe damage to the bodywork as a consequence of the accident.
The following airbags will be deployed in the event of a severe frontal
collision.
Driver’s front airbag.
›
Front passenger airbag.
›
The following airbags will be deployed in the event of a severe side collision.
Front side airbag on the side of the accident.
›
Head airbags on the side of the accident.
›
In the event of an accident in which the airbags are deployed:
the interior lighting comes on (if the switch for the interior light is in the door
›
contact position),
the hazard warning light is switched on;
›
all the doors are unlocked;
›
the fuel supply to the engine is interrupted.
›
Airbag overview
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Front airbags
Side airbags 16
Head airbags 17
Front airbags
Fig. 8 Driver airbag in the steering wheel/front passenger airbag in the
dashboard
Fig. 9 Safe distance to steering wheel/gas-filled airbags
In the event of a severe frontal collision, the front airbag system offers additional protection for the head and chest area of the driver and front passenger.
The front airbag for the driver is located in the steering wheel » Fig. 8 - .
The front airbag for the front seat passenger is located in the dash panel
above the storage compartment » Fig. 8 - .
15
When the airbags are deployed, they inflate in front of the driver and front
passenger » Fig. 9 - . The forward movement of the driver and of the front
passenger is cushioned when they make contact with the fully inflated airbag
and the risk of injury to head and chest is thus reduced.
Airbag system
15
WARNING
Information on correct seated position
■
It is important that the driver and front passenger maintain a distance of
at least 25 cm to the steering wheel or dashboard A » Fig. 9. Not maintaining this minimum distance will mean that the airbag system will not be able
to properly protect you – hazard! The front seats and the head restraints
must always also be correctly adjusted to match the body size of the occupant.
■
The airbag develops enormous forces when triggered, which can lead to
injuries if the sitting position or seated position is not correct.
■
There must not by any further persons, animals or objects positioned between the front seated occupants and the deployment area of the airbag.
WARNING
Front airbag and transporting children
■
Never transport children on the front seat of a vehicle without using a
proper restraint system. If airbags are deployed in the event of an accident,
the child might suffer severe or even fatal injuries!
■
The front passenger airbag must be deactivated if using a rear-facing
child seat on the front passenger seat » page 18, Deactivating airbags. If
this is not done, there is a risk of the child suffering severe or even fatal
injuries if the front passenger airbag is deployed. When transporting a child
on the front passenger seat, pay attention to any relevant national regulations regarding the use of child safety seats.
WARNING
General information
■
The steering wheel and the surface of the airbag module in the dash panel on the passenger side must not have stickers attached, be covered or
modified in any other way. These parts should only be cleaned with a cloth
that is dry or has been moistened with water. No objects such as cup holders, mobile phone mounts, etc. must be attached to the covers of the airbag modules or be located within their immediate vicinity.
■
Never place objects on the surface of the front passenger airbag module
in the dash panel.
Note
■
In vehicles with head airbags, the lettering can be seen on the steering
wheel.
■
In vehicles with front passenger airbags, the lettering
is located on the
dash panel on the passenger side.
Side airbags
Fig. 10 Location of the side airbag in the driver's seat/gas-filled side airbag
In the event of severe side collisions, the side airbag system provides additional protection for the upper body (chest, stomach and pelvis) of passengers in
the vehicle.
The side airbags are housed in the upholstery of the front seat backrests » Fig. 10 - .
When the side airbags » Fig. 10 - are deployed, the head airbag and belt tensioner are also automatically deployed on the relevant side.
The load of the occupants is cushioned when plunging into the fully inflated
airbag and the risk of injury to the entire upper body (chest, stomach and pelvis) is reduced on the side facing the door.
WARNING
Information on correct seated position
■
Your head should never be positioned in the deployment area of the side
airbag. You might suffer severe injuries in the event of an accident. This applies in particular to children who are transported without using a suitable
child safety seat » page 21, Child safety and side airbag.
16
Safety
WARNING (Continued)
■
There must not be any further persons, animals or objects positioned between the occupants and the deployment area of the airbag. No accessories, such as cup holders, should be attached to the doors.
■
If children adopt an incorrect seated position when travelling, they may
be exposed to an increased risk of injury in the event of an accident. This
can result in serious injuries » page 19, Child seat.
WARNING
■
Only hang light items of clothing on the hooks fitted in the vehicle. Never
leave any heavy or sharp-edged objects in the pockets of the items of
clothing.
■
Ensure that there are no excessive forces, such as violent knocks, kicks
etc., impact on the backrests of the seats otherwise the system may be
damaged. The side airbags would not be deployed in such a case!
■
Any seat or protective covers which you fit to the driver or front passenger seats must only be of the type expressly authorized by ŠKODA. In view
of the fact that the airbag inflates out of the backrest of the seat, use of
non-approved seat or protective covers would considerably impair the protective function of the side airbag.
■
Any damage to the original seat covers in the area of the side airbag module must be repaired immediately by a specialist garage.
■
The airbag modules in the front seats must not display any damage,
cracks or deep scratches. It is not permissible to use force in order to open
the modules.
Note
In vehicles with side airbags a label with the lettering is located on the
front seat backrests.
Head airbags
Fig. 11 Location of the head airbag/gas-filled head airbag
In the event of a severe side collision, the head airbag system offers additional
protection for the head and neck area of passengers.
The head airbags are positioned above the doors on both sides of the vehicle
interior » Fig. 11 - .
In the event of a side collision the head airbag is deployed together with the
relevant side airbag and the front seat belt tensioner on the side of the car on
which the accident occurs.
When deployed, the airbag covers the window area of the front and rear doors,
as well as the area of the door pillar » Fig. 11 - .
Head impact with interior parts is reduced by the inflated head airbag. The reduction in any impact to the head and the resultant minimizing of any movements of the head additionally reduce the risk of injuries to the neck area.
WARNING
■
There must not be any objects in the deployment area of the head air-
bags which might prevent the airbags from inflating properly.
■
Only hang light items of clothing on the hooks fitted in the vehicle. Never
leave any heavy or sharp-edged objects in the pockets of the items of
clothing. Additionally, clothes hangers must not be used to hang up items
of clothing.
Airbag system
17
WARNING (Continued)
■
The installation of impermissible accessories in the vicinity of the head
airbags can considerably impair the protection offered by the head airbag in
the event of it being deployed. When the deployed head airbag is inflated,
parts of the accessories fitted could be thrown into the interior of the car
and injure the occupants » page 115.
■
The sun visors must not be swivelled towards the side windows in the
deployment area of the head airbags if any objects, such as ball-point pens,
etc. are attached to them. This might result in injuries to the occupants if
the head airbag is deployed.
■
There must not be any further persons, animals or objects positioned between the seated occupants and the deployment area of the airbag. In addition, none of the occupants should lean their head out of the window
when driving, or extend their arms and hands out of the window.
Note
In vehicles with head airbags, the lettering can be seen on the B column
cladding.
Deactivating airbags
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Deactivating airbags 18
Deactivating the front passenger airbag 18
Deactivating airbags
Deactivating an airbag should be considered in cases such as the ones below.
If using a rear-facing child seat on the front passenger seat (due to different
›
legal regulations, the airbag must be deactivated if using a forwards-facing
child seat in some countries) » page 19, Transporting children safely.
If it is not possible to maintain a distance of at least 25 cm between the mid-
›
dle of the steering wheel and chest, despite the driver's seat being correctly
adjusted.
If special attachments are required in the area of the steering wheel because
›
of a physical disability.
If different seats have been fitted (e.g. orthopaedic seats without side air-
›
bags).
The front passenger airbag can be switched off with the key-operated
switch » page 18.
We recommend that you ask a ŠKODA service partner to deactivate any other
airbags.
Monitoring the airbag system
The operational capability of the airbag system is monitored electronically, including when one of the airbags is switched off.
Airbag deactivated using diagnostic equipment
The warning light lights up for approximately 4 seconds after the ignition
›
is switched on and then flashes again for approximately 12 seconds.
Front passenger airbag deactivated using the key switch in the storage compartment
The warning light lights up for approximately 3 seconds after the ignition
›
is switched on.
The indicator light
›
switched on.
Note
■
The national regulations for switching off airbags must be observed.
■
A ŠKODA service partner will be able to inform you which, if any, of your vehi-
cle's airbags can or must be deactivated.
3 » Fig. 12 on page 18 lights up after the ignition is
Deactivating the front passenger airbag
Fig. 12 Key switch for front passenger airbag/warning light for front passenger airbag activation/deactivation
Only the front passenger airbag is deactivated with the key switch.
18
Safety
Switching off
Switch off the ignition.
›
Open the storage box on the front passenger's side.
›
Fold the key bit out completely for the radio key » .
›
Carefully insert the key into the key slot in the key switch as far as the stop.
›
Use the key to turn the slot of the key switch into position 2 » Fig. 12 OFF.
›
Pull the key out of the slot in the key switch » .
›
Close the storage box on the front passenger's side.
›
After switching on the ignition, check whether the warning light 3
›
illuminated in writing
Switching on
Switch off the ignition.
›
Open the storage box on the front passenger's side.
›
Fold the key bit out completely for the radio key » .
›
Carefully insert the key into the key slot in the key switch as far as the stop.
›
Use the key to turn the slot of the key switch into position 1 » Fig. 12 ON.
›
Pull the key out of the slot in the key switch » .
›
Close the storage box on the front passenger's side.
›
After switching on the ignition, check whether the warning light 3
›
not illuminated in writing
panel.
WARNING
■
The driver is responsible for whether the airbag is switched on or switch-
ed off.
■
Only switch off the airbag when the ignition is switched off! Otherwise a
fault can occur in the system for deactivating the airbag.
■
If the
be deployed in an accident! Have the airbag system checked by a specialist
garage immediately.
■
The key cannot be inserted in the key switch while driving.
■
Shocks can cause the key to turn in the slot and trigger the airbag!
■
The airbag could be triggered unexpectedly in an accident - it may result
in injury or death!
CAUTION
An insufficiently folded out key bit can damage the key switch!
warning light is flashing, the front passenger airbag will not
is illuminated in the centre panel.
is not illuminated in the centre
Transporting children safely
Child seat
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Use of a child seat on the front passenger seat 20
1)
is
Child safety and side airbag 21
Classification of child seats 21
Use of child seats fastened with a seat belt 21
Children are generally safer on the rear seats than on the front passenger
seat.
In contrast to adults, the muscles and bone structure of children are not yet
fully developed. Thus children are exposed to increased risk of injury.
Children should be transported in accordance with the relevant statutory provisions.
is
Child seats complying with the ECE-R 44 standard must be used. ECE-R stands
for: Economic Commission for Europe – Regulation.
Child seats that comply with the ECE-R 44 standard are identified with a test
mark that cannot be removed: a large E within a circle with the test number
below.
WARNING
■
The national legal requirements must be observed when using child
seats.
■
One should never carry children, and also not babies! - on one's lap.
■
Never leave children unattended in the vehicle. Certain outside climatic
conditions can cause life-threatening temperatures in the vehicle.
■
The child must be secured in the vehicle during the entire journey! Otherwise, the child would be thrown through the vehicle in the event of an accident, causing fatal injuries to both the child and other occupants.
1)
The warning light comes on for a few seconds after the ignition is switched on, goes out for about
1 second and then comes on again.
Transporting children safely
19
WARNING (Continued)
■
Children are exposed to an increased risk of injury in the event of an accident if they lean forward or adopt an incorrect seated position when the
vehicle is moving. This particularly applies to children who are transported
on the front passenger seat as they can suffer severe, or even fatal injuries
if the airbag system is deployed!
■
Pay particular attention to the information provided by the manufacturer
of the child safety seat regarding the correct routing of the belt. Seat belts
which are not correctly adjusted can themselves cause injuries even in minor accidents.
■
Safety belts must be checked to ensure that they are running properly.
One should also ensure that the belt is not damaged by sharp-edged fittings.
■
The front passenger airbag must be deactivated if using a rear-facing
child seat on the front passenger seat. Further information » page 20,
Use of a child seat on the front passenger seat.
CAUTION
When installing a child seat in which the child faces forward, adjust the head
restraints so that they are as high as possible.
Note
We recommend that you use child seats from ŠKODA Original Accessories.
These child seats were developed and also tested for use in ŠKODA vehicles.
They meet the ECE-R 44 standard.
Use of a child seat on the front passenger seat
Never use a backwards-facing child restraint system on a seat that is protected by an active airbag installed in front of it. This could cause the child severe
injury or even death.
Fig. 13
Sticker on the B column on the
front passenger side.
Fig. 14
Front passenger sun visor / label
Read and observe and on page 19 first.
For safety reasons, we recommend that you install child seats on the rear
seats whenever possible.
The following instructions must be followed when using a child seat on the
front passenger seat.
The front passenger airbag must be deactivated if using a rear-facing child
›
seat » .
If possible, adjust the front passenger seat backrest so that it is as vertical,
›
so as to ensure secure contact between the passenger seat backrest and the
back of the child seat.
If possible, move the front passenger seat backwards so that there is no con-
›
tact between the front passenger seat and the child seat behind it.
With child safety seats in groups 2 or 3, make sure that the loop-around fit-
›
tings attached to the child seat headrest is positioned in front of or at the
same height as the loop-around fittings on the B pillar on the passenger side.
Set the height-adjustable front passenger seat as high up as possible.
›
Set the front passenger seat belt as high up as possible.
›
Place and fasten the child seat on the seat and the child in the child seat ac-
›
cording to the specifications in the manufacturer's user manual of the child
seat .
20
Safety
WARNING
■
The front passenger airbag must be deactivated if using a rear-facing
child seat on the front passenger seat » page 18, Deactivating airbags.
■
Never use a rear-facing child seat on the front passenger seat if the passenger airbag is activated. This child safety seat is positioned in the deployment area of the front passenger airbag. The airbag may cause the child
severe, or even fatal injuries, in the event of it being deployed.
■
This fact is also indicated by the label that can be found in one of the following locations.
■
On the B-column on the front passenger side » Fig. 13. The sticker is
visible upon opening the front passenger door.
■
On the front passenger's sun visor. In some countries, the sticker is lo-
cated on the front seat passenger's sun visor » Fig. 14.
■
With child safety seats in groups 2 or 3, make sure that the loop-around
fittings attached to the child seat headrest is positioned in front of or at
the same height as the loop-around fittings on the B pillar on the passenger side.
■
As soon as the rear-facing child seat is no longer being used on the passenger seat, the front passenger airbag should be re-activated again.
WARNING
■
Children must never be seated with their head in the deployment area of
the side airbag – risk of injury!
■
Do not place any objects within the deployment area of the side airbags –
risk of injury!
Classification of child seats
Read and observe and on page 19 first.
Classification of child seats according to the ECE-R 44 standard.
Group Weight of the child Approximate age
0 up to 10 kg up to 9 months
0+ up to 13 kg up to 18 months
1 9-18 kg up to 4 years
2 15-25 kg up to 7 years
3 22-36 kg over 7 years
Child safety and side airbag
Fig. 15
Incorrect seated position of a
child who is not properly secured
– risk from the side airbag/Child
properly protected by safety seat
Read and observe and on page 19 first.
The child must not be positioned in the deployment area of the side airbag » Fig. 15 - .
There must be sufficient room between the child and the deployment area of
the side airbag to ensure that the airbag can provide as much protection as
possible » Fig. 15 - .
Use of child seats fastened with a seat belt
Read and observe
Overview of the usability of child seats fastened with a seat belt on each of
the seats in accordance with the ECE-R 16 standard.
Group
Front passenger
0
up to 10 kg
0+
up to 13 kg
1
9-18 kg
2
15-25 kg
3
22-36 kg
and on page 19 first.
seat
Rear seats
outer
Rear seat
U U U
U U U
U U U
U U U
U U U
Transporting children safely
center
21
“Universal” child seat category - a child seat designed to be attached to
U There are two locking eyes between the rear exterior seats for fixing the
the seat using the seat belt.
ISOFIX system child seat in place. The points are marked with labels with the
ISOFIX logo » Fig. 16.
Fastening systems
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Anchor eyelets for the ISOFIX system 22
Use of child seats with the ISOFIX system 22
Anchor eyelets for the TOP TETHER system 23
Anchor eyelets for the ISOFIX system
Fig. 16
Labels on the ISOFIX system
WARNING
■
Always refer to the instructions from the manufacturer of the child seat
when installing and removing a child seat with the ISOFIX system.
■
Never attach other child seats, belts or objects to the anchor eyelets intended for the installation of a child seat with the ISOFIX system – risk to
life!
Note
■
A child seat fitted with the ISOFIX system can only be mounted in a vehicle
fitted with an ISOFIX system if the child seat has been approved for this type
of vehicle. Further information is available from a ŠKODA Partner.
■
Child seats with the ISOFIX system can be purchased from ŠKODA Original
Accessories.
Use of child seats with the ISOFIX system
Overview of the usability of child seats with the ISOFIX system on each of the
seats in accordance with the ECE-R 16 standard.
22
Group
0
up to 10 kg
0+
up to 13 kg
Safety
Size class of
the child seat
a)
Front passenger seat
b)
Outer rear seats Rear seat middle
E X IL-SU X
E
X IL-SU XD
C
Group
Size class of
the child seat
a)
Front passenger seat
b)
Outer rear seats Rear seat middle
D
1
9-18 kg
C
B
X
B1
IL-SU
IUF
A
a)
The size category is shown on the label attached to the child seat.
b)
If the front passenger seat is fitted with the ISOFIX system attachment points, it is suited for the installation of an ISOFIX child seat with the “Semi-Universal” approval.
The seat is suited for installation of an ISOFIX child seat with “Semi-
IL-SU
Universal” approval. The “Semi-Universal” category means that the child
seat with the ISOFIX system is approved for your vehicle. Observe the
list of vehicles that comes with the child seat.
The seat is suitable for the installation of an ISOFIX child seat with
IUF
WARNING (Continued)
■
Only ever attach one belt from the child seat to a locking eye.
■
On no account should you equip your vehicle, e.g. mount screws or other
anchorage points.
“Universal” approval and attachment with the TOP TETHER belt.
The seat is not fitted with fixing eyes for the ISOFIX system.
X
Anchor eyelets for the TOP TETHER system
Fig. 17
Anchor eyelets on the TOP
TETHER system
The anchor eyelets for attaching the belt for a child seat with the TOP TETHER
system are located on the back of the outer rear seat backrests » Fig. 17.
WARNING
■
Always refer to the instructions from the manufacturer of the child seat
when installing and removing a child seat with the TOP TETHER system.
■
Only use child seats with the TOP TETHER system on the seats with the
locking eyes.
X
Transporting children safely
23
Fig. 18 Cockpit
24
Using the system
Using the system
Cockpit
Overview
1
Electrical power windows 52
2
Door opening lever 49
3
Electric exterior mirror adjustment 62
4
Air outlet vents 81
5
Parking ticket holder 68
6
Operating lever:
Turn signal light, headlight and parking light, headlight
›
flasher 55
Speed regulating system 104
›
7
Steering wheel:
With horn
›
With driver’s front airbag 15
›
with pushbuttons for radio, navigation system and mobile
›
phone 85
with buttons for the operation of the information system 37
›
8
Instrument cluster 26
9
Operating lever:
Windscreen wiper and wash system 61
›
Information system 37
›
10
Air outlets in the central part of the dash panel 81
11
Depending on equipment fitted:
Radio
›
Navigation system
›
12
Button for hazard warning light system 57
13
Warning light for the deactivated front seat passenger airbag 18
14
Interior rear-view mirror 62
15
Key switch for switching off the passenger airbag (in front passenger storage compartment) 18
16
Front passenger airbag 15
17
Storage compartment on the front passenger side 73
18
Air outlet vents 81
19
Power window in the front passenger door 51
20
Door opening lever 49
21
Light switch and headlight beam control (on the dash panel) 53, 54
22
Bonnet release lever 128
23
Fuse box in the dashboard 160
24
Lever for adjusting the steering wheel 8
25
Ignition lock 94
26
Pedals 97
27
Bar with keys depending on the equipment fitted:
Seat heater on the front left seat 66
›
TCS 102
›
Central locking system 48
›
Rear window heater 59
›
START STOP 105
›
Seat heater on the front right seat 66
›
28
Depending on equipment fitted:
Gearshift lever (manual gearbox) 97
›
Selector lever (automatic gearbox) 98
›
29
Handbrake lever 96
30
Depending on equipment fitted:
Cup holder 69
›
Multimedia holder 72
›
Ashtrays 70
›
31
Storage compartment 69
32
Depending on equipment fitted:
Operating controls for the heating 82
›
Operating controls for the air conditioning system 82
›
Operating controls for Climatronic
›
Note
The position of some of the controls on right-hand drive models may differ
from that shown in » Fig. 18. The symbols on the controls and switches are the
same as for left-hand drive models.
83
Cockpit
25
Instruments and Indicator Lights
Instrument cluster
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Overview 26
Revolution counter 27
Display 27
Speedometer 27
Coolant temperature gauge 27
Fuel gauge 28
Counter for distance driven 28
29
Display of the second speed 29
Auto Check Control 29
The instrument cluster gives the driver basic information such as the current
speed, engine speed, the state of some vehicle systems and the like.
Fault display
If there is a fault in the instrument cluster, the Error message will appear in
the display.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
WARNING
Concentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver you are fully responsible for road safety.
Note
When the ignition is on, the instrument cluster is illuminated1). The brightness
level is automatically adjusted depending on the ambient lighting.
Overview
Fig. 19 Instrument cluster
Read and observe on page 26 first.
1
Engine revolutions counter » page 27
with warning lights » page 30
›
2
Display » page 27
3
Speedometer » page 27
with warning lights » page 30
›
4
Coolant temperature gauge1)» page 27
5
Button for display mode:
Time settings » page 29
›
Enable/disable the display of the second speed2) » page 29
›
Service intervals - Display of the number of days and kilometres remain-
›
ing until the next service2) » page 43
6
Button for:
Reset counter for distance travelled (trip) » page 28
›
Setting the time
›
enable / disable the mode selected by means of the 5 key
›
7
Fuel gauge1) » page 28
1)
Applies to vehicles using the MAXI DOT display.
2)
Applies to vehicles with a segment display.
26
Using the system
Revolution counter
Read and observe on page 26 first.
The tachometer 1 » Fig. 19 on page 26 shows the actual engine speed per minute.
The beginning of the red scale range of the tachometer indicates the maximum permitted engine speed of a driven-in and operating warm engine.
You should shift into the next highest gear before the red scale of the revolution counter is reached, or select mode D on the automatic gearbox.
The gear recommendation is important to note in order to maintain the optimum engine speed » page 38.
CAUTION
The pointer of the tachometer must reach the red area for only a short time there is a risk of engine damage!
Details of the information system » page 37
›
Details of the service interval display » page 43
›
CAUTION
Pull out the ignition key if coming in contact with the display (e.g. when cleaning) to prevent any possible damage.
Speedometer
Read and observe on page 26 first.
The speedometer 3 » Fig. 19 on page 26 displays the current speed in km/h or
mph.
Warning against excessive speeds
An audible warning signal will sound when the vehicle speed exceeds 120 km/
h1). The audible warning signal is switched off when the vehicle speed falls below 120 km/h.
Display
Read and observe on page 26 first.
Display types » Fig. 20
Segment display
MAXI DOT display.
The following information will be displayed.
Distance travelled » page 28
›
Time » page 29
›
1)
This function only applies to certain countries.
Fig. 20
Display types
Coolant temperature gauge
Fig. 21
Coolant temperature gauge
Read and observe on page 26 first.
The display » Fig. 21 provides information on the engine coolant temperature.
The display only works if the ignition is switched on.
In vehicles with a segment display, the coolant temperature is indicated only
by the lighting up or going out of one of the warning lights » page 32,
Coolant.
Instruments and Indicator Lights
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Cold range
If the pointer is still in the left area of the scale, this indicates that the engine
has not yet reached its operating temperature. Avoid high speeds, full throttle
and high engine loads. This prevents possible damage to the engine.
The operating range
The engine has reached its operating temperature as soon as the pointer
moves into the mid-range of the scale. At very high ambient temperatures or
heavy engine loads, the pointer may move even further to the right.
High temperature range
If the pointer reaches the red area of the scale, the coolant temperature is too
high. Further information » page 32, Coolant.
CAUTION
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Additional headlights and other attached components in front of the air inlet
impair the cooling efficiency of the coolant.
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Never cover the radiator - there is a risk of the engine overheating.
Fuel gauge
Fig. 22 Fuel gauge
Read and observe
The display provides information on the fuel level in the container.
Fuel gauge types » Fig. 22
Indication in the instrument cluster with the MAXI DOT display
Indication in the display of the instrument cluster with the Segment Dis-
play
The display only works if the ignition is switched on.
on page 26 first.
The fuel tank has a capacity of about 55 litres.
The warning light lights up when the amount of fuel reaches the reserve
zone » page 35.
The reserve zone is indicated by the red area of the scale» Fig. 22 - or by
displaying only the last two segments of the scale » Fig. 22 - in the magnifying glass.
CAUTION
Never drive until the fuel tank is completely empty! The irregular supply of fuel
can cause misfiring. This can result in considerable damage to parts of the engine and the exhaust system.
Note
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After filling up, it can occur that during dynamic driving (e.g. numerous
curves, braking, driving downhill and climbing a steep hill) the fuel gauge indicates approx. a fraction less. When stopping or during less dynamic driving, the
fuel gauge displays the correct fuel level again. This is not a fault.
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The arrow next to the icon within the fuel gauge displays the installation
location of the fuel filler on the right-hand side of the vehicle.
Counter for distance driven
Fig. 23
Display: Segment display / MAXI
DOT display
Read and observe on page 26 first.
Display » Fig. 23
A
Counter for distance travelled (trip)
B
Odometer
Counter for distance travelled (trip)
The counter indicates the distance you have driven since it was last reset - in
steps of 100 metres or 1/10 of a mile.
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Using the system
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