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ŠKODA Roomster
ŠKODA Praktik
OWNER'S MANUAL
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Introduction
You have opted for a Škoda - our sincere thanks for your confidence in us.
Your new Škoda offers you a vehicle featuring the most modern engineering and a wide range of equipment
which you will undoubtedly wish to use to the full during your daily motoring. That is why, we recommend that
you read this Owner's Manual attentively to enable you to become familiar with your car and all that it offers
as quickly as possible.
Please do not hesitate to contact your specialist garage or importer should you have any further questions or
any problems regarding your vehicle which may arise. He will be ready at any time to receive your questions,
suggestions and criticisms.
National legal provisions, which deviate from the information contained in these operating instructions, take
precedence over the information contained in the operating instructions.
We wish you much pleasure with your Škoda and pleasant motoring at all times.
Your Škoda Auto
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On-board literature
The on-board literature for your vehicle consists of this “Owner's
Manual” as well as a “Service schedule” and a “Help on the road”. There
can also be a variety of other additional operating manuals and instructions on-board (e.g. an operating manual for the radio) depending on the
vehicle model and equipment.
If one of the publications listed above is missing, please contact a
specialist garage immediately, where one will be glad to assist you in
such matters.
One should note that the details given in the vehicle's technical documentation always take precedence over those in the Owner's Manual.
Owner's Manual
This Owner's manual describes all the possible equipment versions
without identifying it a special equipment, model variant or marketdependent equipment.
Consequently, this vehicle does not need to contain all of the equipment
components described in this Owner's manual.
You can find the scope of equipment for your vehicle from the sales documentation you were given when purchasing the car. More information is
available from your Škoda dealer.
The illustrations can differ in minor details from your vehicle; they are
only intended for general information.
In addition to information regarding all the controls and equipment, the
Owner's Manual also contains important information regarding care and
operation for your safety and also to retain the value of your vehicle. To
provide you with valuable tips and aids. You will learn how you can
operate your vehicle safely, economically and in an environmentally
conscious way.
For safety reasons, please also pay attention to the information on
accessories, modifications and replacement of parts page 170.
The other chapters of the Owner's Manual are also important, however,
for proper treatment of your car - in addition to regular care and maintenance - helps to retain its value and in many cases is also one of the
conditions for possible warranty claims.
The Service schedule
Contains:
Vehicle data;
Service intervals;
Overview of the service work;
Service proof;
Confirmation of mobility warranty (only valid in certain countries);
important information on the warranty.
The confirmations of the carried out service work are one of the conditions for possible warranty claims.
Please always present the Service schedule when you take your car to a
specialist garage.
If the Service schedule is missing or worn, please contact the specialist
garage where your car is serviced regularly. You will receive a duplicate,
in which the previously carried out service work are confirmed.
Help on the road
Contains the most important telephone numbers in individual countries
as well as the addresses and telephone numbers of Škoda importers.
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Layout of this Owner's Manual
(explanations)
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Using the system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cockpit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Quick Reference Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Basic functions and important information . . . . .
Instruments and warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Overview of the instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine revolutions counter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Coolant temperature gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Counter for distance driven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Digital clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gearshift indicator for changing gears . . . . . . . . .
Multi-functional indicator (onboard computer) . .
MAXI DOT display (information display) . . . . . . . . .
Auto Check Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Unlocking and locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vehicle keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Locking/Unlocking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Child safety lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Central locking system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Anti-theft alarm system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interior monitor and towing protection monitoring
Electrical power windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Panorama roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lights and Visibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interior lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Visibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windshield wiper and wash system . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear-view mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seats and Stowage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Head restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Heating the front seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pedals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
luggage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Variable loading floor in the luggage compartment
Bicycle holder in the luggage compartment . . . .
Roof rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front cup holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear cup holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parking ticket holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ashtray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cigarette lighters and power sockets . . . . . . . . . .
Storage compartments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Heating and air conditioning system . . . . . . . .
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Air outlet vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Air conditioning system (manual temperature control)
Climatronic (automatic air conditioning) . . . . . . . .
Starting-off and Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting steering wheel position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ignition lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Switching off the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shifting (manual gearbox) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Handbrake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parking aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cruise control system (CCS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
“START-STOP” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Automatic gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Automatic gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Multifunction steering wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Universal telephone preinstallation GSM II . . . . .
Voice control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Music playback via Bluetooth® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inputs AUX-IN and MDI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Passive Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Basic information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Correct seated position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Why seat belts? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The physical principle of a frontal collision . . . . .
Important safety information regarding the use of seat
belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
How are seat belts correctly fastened? . . . . . . . .
Belt tensioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Airbag system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Description of the airbag system . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Side airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Head airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Deactivating airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transporting children safely . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
What you should know about transporting children!
Child seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Attaching a child seat using the “ISOFIX” system
Attaching child seat using the “Top Tether” system
Driving Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Intelligent Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electronic stability programme (ESP) . . . . . . . . . . .
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake booster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Antilock brake system (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Uphill Start Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electrohydraulic power steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tyre pressure monitoring system . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diesel particle filter (diesel engine) . . . . . . . . . . . .
Driving and the Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The first 1 500 kilometres - and then afterwards
Catalytic converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Driving in an economical and environmentally
conscious manner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Environmental compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Motoring abroad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Avoiding damage to your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Driving through bodies of water on roads . . . . . .
Towing a trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Towing a trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the
vehicle
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General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Care of the exterior of vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Care of the interior of vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Petrol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diesel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspecting and Replenishing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cooling system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windshield washer system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wheels and Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accessories, changes and replacement of parts
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Breakdown assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Breakdown assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
First-aid box and warning triangle . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fire extinguisher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vehicle tool kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spare wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing a wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tyre repair kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuses and light bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electric fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Praktik . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Praktik . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear interior lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lashing eyes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjustable safety partition behind the front seats
Fixing of the loading floor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjustment of the safety partition . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Emergency unlocking of the loading area door .
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Used abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Performances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Identification details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel consumption according to the ECE standards and
EU guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine oil specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine 1.2 l/51 kW - EU5/EU2 DDK . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine 1.2 l/63 kW TSI - EU5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine 1.2 l/77 kW TSI - EU5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine 1.4 l/63 kW - EU5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine 1.6 l/77 kW - EU4/EU2 DDK . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine 1,2 l/55 kW TDI CR - EU5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine 1,6 l/66 kW TDI CR DPF - EU5 . . . . . . . . . .
Engine 1,6 l/77 kW TDI CR DPF - EU5 . . . . . . . . . . .
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Layout of this Owner's Manual (explanations)6
Layout of this Owner's Manual (explanations)
The Owner's Manual has been systematically designed, in order to make it easy for
you to find and absorb 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 highlighted at 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.
Sections
The majority of Sections apply to all models.
Since there is a wide range of different equipment and options available it is clearly
unavoidable, despite dividing the c ontents into sections, that mention may be made
of equipment which is not fitted to your vehicle.
Brief information and instructions
Each section has a Heading.
This is followed by Brief information (in large italic lettering), which tells you the
subject which is dealt with in this section.
Most of the illustrations are accompanied by an Instruction (in relatively large
letters) which explains to you in a straightforward way the action you have to take.
Work steps which have to be carried out are illustrated with a hyphen.
Direction indications
All direction indications such as “left”, “right”, “front”, “rear” relate to the direction
of travel of the vehicle.
Explanation of symbols
End of a section.
The section is continued on the next page.
Notes
All four kinds of notes, which are used in the text, are always stated at the end of
the respective section.
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. While
reading the text you will frequently encounter a double arrow followed by a
small warning symbol. This symbol is intended to draw your attention to a
WARNING note at the end of the section to which you must pay careful attention.
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 in a general way to important information.
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Cockpit
General view
This overview will help you to quickly familiarise yourself with the
displays and the control elements.
Power windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electric exterior mirror adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Air outlet vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lever for the multi-functional switch:
Turn signal light, headlight and parking light, headlight flasher
Speed regulating system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering wheel:
with horn
with driver airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
with controls for radio, radio navigation system and phone . . .
Instrument cluster: Instruments and indicator lights . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lever for the multi-functional switch:
Multi-functional indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windshield wiper and wash system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Switch for rear window heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TCS switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Air outlet vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Switch for hazard warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Indicator light for a switched off front seat passenger airbag . . . .
Depending on equipment fitted:
Operating controls for the heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating controls for the air conditioning system . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating controls for Climatronic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Storage compartments on the front passenger side . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front passenger airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Switch passenger airbag deactivation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Switch depending on equipment fitted:
Release for luggage compartment door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interior monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuse box in the dash panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Light switch and headlamp beam adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Release lever engine compartment lid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lever for adjusting the steering wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ignition lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Depending on equipment fitted:
Radio
Radio navigation system
Rocker switch for the heating on the driver's seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Central locking switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Depending on equipment fitted:
Gearshift lever (manual gearbox) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Selector lever (automatic gearbox) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rocker switch for the heating on the driver's seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Depending on equipment fitted:
Ashtrays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Storage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MDI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Note
Cars with factory-fitted radio or navigation system are supplied with separate
instructions for operating such equipment.
The arrangement of the controls and switches and the location of some items
on right-hand drive models may differ from that shown in page 8, fig. 1. The
symbols on the controls and switches are the same as for left-hand drive models.
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Quick Reference Guide
Basic functions and important information
Introduction
The chapter of the brief instruction is used as a quick reference of
the most important operating elements of the vehicle. It is necessary
to observe all the information which is contained in the following
chapters of the Owner's Manual.
Unlocking and locking car
Unlocking the vehicle
Unlocking the boot lid
Locking the vehicle
Folding out/folding up of the key
Further information page 39, “Unlocking and locking the vehicle”.
Setting steering wheel position
Fig. 3 Adjustable steering wheel: Lever on the steering column/the correct distance of the
driver from the steering wheel
You can set the height and the forward/back position of the steering wheel to the
desired position.
– Pull the lever below the steering wheel down fig. 3 - left.
– Set the steering wheel to the desired position (concerning height and
forward/back position).
– Push the lever upwards as far as the stop.
You can set the height and the forward/back position of the steering wheel to the
desired position.
Further information page 83, “Setting steering wheel position”.
WARNING
Adjust the steering wheel so that the distance between the steering wheel
and your chest is at least 25 cm fig. 3 - right. Not maintaining this minimum
distance will mean that the airbag system will not be able to properly protect
you - hazard!
You must not adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving!
For safety reasons the lever must always be firmly pushed up to avoid the
steering wheel altering its position unintentionally when driving - risk of
accident!
Fig. 2 Remote control key
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Seat belt height adjuster
– To adjust the belt height press the height adjuster and move it up or down
fig. 4.
– Then pull firmly on the belt to ensure that the seat belt height adjuster has
correctly locked in place.
Further information page 111, “Seat belt height adjuster on the front seats”.
WARNING
Adjust the height of the belt in such a way that the shoulder part of the belt is
positioned approximately across the middle of your shoulder - on no account
across your neck!
Adjusting the front seats
Adjusting a seat in a forward/back direction
Adjusting height of seat
Adjust the angle of the seat backrest
Further information page 55, “Adjusting the front seats”.
WARNING
Only adjust the driver seat when the vehicle is stationary - risk of injury!
Electric exterior mirror adjustment
Further information page 53.
Fig. 4 Front seat: Seat belt height
adjuster
Fig. 5 Controls at seat
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Heating of the external mirror
Adjusting the left-hand exterior mirror
Adjusting the right-hand exterior mirror
Switching off operating control
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Switching lights on and off
Further information page 44, “Switching lights on and off ”.
Turn signal and main beam lever
Turn signal light right
Turn signal light left
Switching over between low beam and main beam lights
Headlight flasher
Further information page 48, “The turn signal and main beam lever ”.
Windscreen wiper lever
Intermittent switch
Wipers off
Intermittent wipe
Slow wipe
Fast wipe
One time wipe
Automatic wipe/wash
Rear window wiper
Intermittent wipe - every 6 seconds
Automatic wipe/wash
Further information page 51, “Windshield wiper”.
Switching off all lights
Switching on side lights
Switching on the low beam and main beam
Fog lights
Rear fog light
Fig. 7 Dash panel: Light switch
Fig. 8 Turn signal and main beam lever
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Power windows
Button for the power window in the driver's door
Button for the power window in the front passenger's door
Button for the power window at the rear right door
Button for the power window at the rear left door
Safety switch
Further information page 41, “Buttons for electrical power windows”.
Refuelling
Fig. 11 Right rear side of the vehicle: Fuel filler flap/fuel filler flap with cap unscrewed
Opening the fuel filler cap
– Open the fuel filler flap with the hand fig. 11 - left.
– Hold the fuel tank cap of the fuel filler tube with one hand and unlock it by
turning with the vehicle key to the left.
– Unscrew the fuel filler cap anti-clockwise and place the fuel filler cap from above
on the fuel filler flap fig. 11 - right.
Closing fuel filler cap
– Screw on the cap by turning it to the right until it is heard to lock.
– Hold the fuel filler cap on the fuel filler tube with one hand and lock it by turning
the vehicle key to the right and withdraw the key.
– Press the fuel tank flap closed.
Further information page 152, “Refuelling”.
Bonnet remote release
– Pull the unlocking lever below the dash panel on the left-hand side fig. 12.
Further information page 154, “Bonnet remote release”.
Fig. 10 Buttons on the driver's door
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Opening the bonnet
Fig. 13 Radiator grille: Locking lever/securing the bonnet with the bonnet support
– Pull on the locking lever fig. 13 - left, the bonnet is then unlocked.
– Take the bonnet support out of its holder and set it in the opening designed for
it fig. 13 - right.
Further information page 154, “Opening and closing the bonnet”
Inspecting the engine oil level
Engine oil must not be refilled.
Engine oil can be refilled.
Engine oil must be refilled.
Further information page 156, “Check engine oil level”.
Fig. 14 Dipstick
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Instruments and warning lights
Overview of the instrument cluster
Engine revolutions counter page 15
Display
with counter for distance driven page 16
with Service Interval Display page 17
with digital clock page 18
with Multi-functional display page 18
with Information display page 22
Speedometer page 16
Coolant temperature gauge page 16
Button for display mode:
Set hours/minutes
Activating/deactivating the second speed in mph or km/h
Service interval - Display of the remaining number of days, kilometres or
miles to the next Inspection Service/Reset
1)
Button for:
Reset trip counter for distance driven
Resetting Service Interval Display
Set hours/minutes
Activate/deactivate display mode
Fuel gauge page 16
Engine revolutions counter
The red zone of the rev counter scale fig. 15 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 value.
Shift into the next higher gear or select the selector lever position D of the automatic gearbox before reaching the red zone of the rev counter scale.
Avoid high engine speeds during the driving time and before the engine has been
warmed up to operating temperature page 136.
Fig. 15 Instrument cluster
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Valid for countries where the values are indicated in British measuring units.
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For the sake of the environment
Shifting to a higher gear in good time helps to reduce the fuel consumption, minimises operating noise levels, protects the environment and contributes to a longer
life and reliability of the engine.
Speedometer
Warning against excessive speeds
An acoustic warning signal will sound when the vehicle speed exceeds 120 kilometres per hour. The acoustic warning signal will switch off again when the vehicle
speed goes below this speed limit.
Coolant temperature gauge
The coolant temperature gauge page 15, fig. 15 operates only when the ignition is switched on.
In order to avoid any damage to the engine, please follow the following notes
regarding the temperature ranges:
Cold range
If the pointer is in the left-hand area of the scale it means that the engine has not
yet reached its operating temperature. Avoid running at high engine speeds, at full
throttle and at severe 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. The pointer may also move further to the right at
high engine loads and high outside temperatures. This is not critical provided the
warning symbol
in the instrument cluster does not flash.
If the symbol
in the instrument cluster flashes it means that either the coolant
temperature is too high or the coolant level i s too low. P leas e ref er to the f ollo wing
guidelines page 28, “Coolant temperature/coolant quantity ”.
WARNING
Pay attention to the warning notes page 154, “Working in the engine
compartment” before opening the bonnet and inspecting the coolant level.
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!
Fuel gauge
The fuel gauge page 15, fig. 15 only operates when the ignition is switched on.
The fuel tank has a capacity of about 55 litres. The warning symbol
in the instru-
ment cluster lights up when the pointer reaches the reserve marking. There are
now about 7 litres of fuel remaining in the tank. This symbol is a reminder for you,
that you must refuel.
The following is displayed in the information display:
Please refuel. (Please refuel!)
An audible signal sounds as an additional warning signal.
On some vehicles, the fuel gauge is shown in the display of the instrument cluster.
Caution
Never run the fuel tank 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.
Counter for distance driven
The counter for the distance driven is located in the bottom area of the display. The
distance which you have driven with your vehicle is shown in kilometres (km). In
some countries the measuring unit “mile” is used.
Reset button
If you hold the reset button page 15, fig. 15 pressed for about 1 second, the trip
counter is set back to zero.
Trip counter for distance driven
The trip counter indicates the distance which you have driven since this counter
was last reset - in steps of 100 metres or 1/10 of a mile.
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Counter for distance driven
The counter for distance driven indicates the total distance in kilometers or miles
which the vehicle has been driven.
Fault display
If there is a fault in the instrument cluster Error will appear as a permanent text in
the display. Have the fault rectified as soon as possible by a specialist workshop.
WARNING
Never seek to adjust the trip counter for distance driven while driving for safety
reasons!
Note
If vehicles which are fitted with the information display 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 Reminder
Depending on the equipment installed in the vehicle, the text can differ on the
display.
Service Interval Display
Before the next service interval a key symbol
and the remaining kilometres are
indicated after switching on the ignition fig. 16. At the same time, a display
appears regarding the remaining days until the next service interval.
The following is displayed in the information display:
Service in ... km or... days. (Service in ... km or... days).
The kilometre indicator or the days indicator reduces in steps of 100 km. or days
until the service due date is reached.
A flashing key symbol appears in the display for 20 seconds as soon as the due date
for the service is reached,
as well as the following text Service.
The following is displayed in the information display:
Service now! (Service now!)
Display regarding the distance and days until the following service interval
You can use the button to display the remaining distance driven and the days
until the next service interval page 15.
A key symbol
and a display regarding the remaining kilometers appear for 10
second in the display. At the same time, a display appears regarding the remaining
days until the next service interval.
In vehicles with an information display, call this display in the Settings page 22
menu.
The following will be displayed in the information display for 10 seconds:
Service in ... km or... days. (Service in ... km or... days).
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 on the display of the instrument cluster.
We recommend having this resetting performed by a specialist garage.
The specialist garage:
resets the memory of the display after the appropriate inspection;
makes an entry in the Service Schedule;
affix the sticker with the entry of the following service interval to the side of the
dash panel on the driver's side.
Reset the service interval displays by using the reset button page 15 on the
trip counter.
In vehicles with an information display, call this display in the Settings page 22
menu.
Fig. 16 Service Interval Display: Note
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Caution
We recommend that you do not reset the Service Interval Display yourself otherwise this can result in the service interval display being incorrectly set, which may
also result in problems with operation of your vehicle.
Note
Never reset the display between service intervals otherwise this may result in
incorrect readouts.
Information is retained in the Service Interval Display also after the battery of
the vehicle is disconnected.
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
specialist garage.
After resetting the display with flexible service intervals (QG1), the data
displayed are the same as for a car with fixed service intervals (QG2). We therefore
recommend having the Service Interval Display reset only by an authorised Škoda
Service Partner who is familiar with the procedure for resetting the display with a
vehicle system tester.
Please refer to the brochure Service schedule for extensive information about
the service intervals.
Digital clock
The time is set with the buttons and page 15, fig. 15.
Select the display which you wish to change with the button and carry out the
change with the button .
In vehicles which are fitted out with the information display, it is possible to set the
time in the menu Time page 24.
WARNING
The clock should not be adjusted while driving for safety reasons but only when
the vehicle is stationary!
Gearshift indicator for changing gears
An information for the engaged gear fig. 17 is shown in the display of the
instrument cluster.
In order to minimise the fuel consumption, a recommendation for shifting into
another gear is indicated in the display.
If the control unit recognises that it is appropriate to change the gear, an arrow
is shown in the display. The arrow points up or down, depending on whether it is
recommended to shift into a higher or lower gear.
At the same time, the recommended gear is indicated instead of the currently
engaged gear .
Multi-functional indicator (onboard computer)
Introduction
The multi-functional indicator appears in the display page 19, fig. 18 or in the
information display page 22 depending on the equipment fitted to your vehicle.
The multi-functional indicator offers you a range of useful information:
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Driving time page 20
Current fuel consumption page 20
Average fuel consumption page 20
Fig. 17 Shift recommendation for
changing gears
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In vehicles which are fitted out with an information display, it is possible to switch
off the display of some information.
Note
In certain national versions the displays appear in the Imperial system of meas-
ures.
If the display of the second speed is activated in mph, the current speed is not
indicated in km/h on the display.
Memory
The multi-functional indicator is equipped with two automatic memories. The
selected memory is displayed in the middle of the display field fig. 18.
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).
Switching over the memory takes place with the button fig. 19 on the windshield wiper lever.
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 distance driven 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.
99 hours and 59 minutes driving time or 9 999 km distance driven in vehicles with
an information display. The memory is deleted when either of these limits is
reached and the calculation starts from anew.
The total-trip memory will not, contrary to the single-trip memory, be 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.
Using the system
The rocker switch and the button are located on the windshield wiper lever
fig. 19.
Selecting the memory
– Short-term pressing of the button on the windshield wiper lever allows to
select the desired memory.
Range page 20
Distance driven page 21
Average speed page 21
Current speed page 21
oil temperature page 21
Warning against excessive speeds page 21
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Selecting the functions
– Press the top or bottom rocker switch for longer than 0,5 seconds. In this
way, call up in sequence the individual functions of the multi-functional indicator.
Setting function to zero
– Select the memory you want.
– Press button for more than 1 second.
The following readouts of the selected memory will be set to zero by button :
average fuel consumption;
distance driven;
average speed;
Driving time.
You can only operate the multi-functional indicator when the ignition is switched
on. After the ignition is switched on, the function displayed is the one wh ich you last
selected before switching off the ignition.
Outside temperature
The outside temperature appears in the display when the ignition is switched on.
If the outside temperature drops below +4 °C, a snow flake symbol (warning signal
for ice on the road) appears in front of the temperature indicator and flashes for 10
seconds, then remains displayed together with the outside temperature. At the
same time an audible signal sounds. After pressing the rocker switch on the
windshield wiper lever page 19, fig. 19, the function which was shown last is indicated.
WARNING
Do not only rely upon the information given on the outside temperature display
that there is no ice on the road. Please note that black ice may also be present
on the road surface even at temperatures around +4 °C - warning, drive with
care!
Driving time
The driving time which has elapsed since the memory was last erased, appears in
the display page 19. If you wish to calculate the driving time from a particular time
of day you must first erase the memory at this moment in time by pressing the
button page 19, fig. 19.
The maximum distance indicated in both memories is 19 hours and 59 minutes.
99 hours and 59 minutes in vehicles with an information display. The indicator is set
back to null if this period is exceeded.
Current fuel consumption
The current fuel consumption level is shown in the display in litres/100 km. This
information can help you to adapt your style of driving to the fuel consumption you
wish to achieve.
The display appears in litres/hour if the vehicle is stationary or driving at a low
speed.
The indicated value will be updated every 0,5 seconds while you are driving.
Average fuel consumption
The average fuel consumption since the memory was last erased is shown in the
display in litres/100 km page 19. This information can help you to adapt your style
of driving to the fuel consumption you wish to achieve.
If you wish to determine the average fuel consumption over a certain period of time,
you must erase the memory at the start of the new measurement using the button
on the windshield wiper lever page 19, fig. 19. A zero appears in the display for
approx. the first 300 m you drive after erasing the memory.
The indicated value will be updated every 5 seconds while you are driving.
Note
The amount of fuel consumed will not be indicated.
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 present level of fuel in the tank for
the same style of driving.
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The readout is shown in steps of 10 km. After lighting up of the indicator light for
the fuel reserve the display is shown in steps of 5 km.
The fuel consumption for the last 50 km is taken as a basis for calculating the range.
If you drive in a more economical manner from this moment on, the range will be
increased accordingly.
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 driven
The distance driven since the memory was last erased appears in the display
page 19. If you wish to calculate the distance driven as of a particular time, you
must erase the memory at this moment in time by pressing the button on the
windshield wiper lever page 19, fig. 19.
The maximum distance indicated in both memories is 1 999 km or in vehicles with
information display, it is 9 999 km. The indicator is set back to null 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 19. If you wish to determine the average speed over a certain
period of time, you must erase the memory at the start of the new measurement by
pressing the button on the windshield wiper lever page 19, fig. 19.
A zero appears in the display for the first 100 m you drive after erasing the memory.
The indicated value will be updated every 5 seconds while you are driving.
Current speed
The current speed which is identical to the display of the speedometer, is indicated
on the display page 15, fig. 15.
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, three lines are displayed instead of the oil
temperature.
Warning against excessive speeds
This function enables you to set a speed limit and will notify you when this speed
limit is exceeded.
Set the speed limit when the vehicle is stationary
–With switch page 19, fig. 19, choose the menu point Warning against
excessive speeds.
– Press the button to active the ability to set the speed limit (value flashes).
– Use the button to adjust the required speed limit, e.g. to 50 km/h.
– Confirm the speed limit that was set with button , or wait approx. 5 seconds
until the setting is saved automatically (the value stops flashing).
This is how you can set the speed limit in 5 km/h intervals.
Set the speed limit when the vehicle is moving
– With switch , choose the menu point Warning against excessive speeds.
– You can drive at the desired speed, e.g. 50 km/h.
– Press button to accept the current speed as the speed limit (the value
flashes).
If you wish to change the speed limit that was set, 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 that was set by pressing button again, or wait
approx. 5 seconds until the setting is saved automatically (the value stops
flashing).
Changing or removing the speed limit
– With switch , choose the menu point Warning against excessive speeds.
– Remove the speed limit with button .
– Pressing the button again activates the change mode for the speed limit.
If you go faster than the speed limit that was set, you will be notified with an
acoustic warning. A Warning against excessive speeds appears together with the
set limit on the display.
The set speed limit remains stored even after switching off the ignition.
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WARNING
Pay attention primarily to the traffic situation! As the driver you are fully responsible for road safety.
MAXI DOT display (information display)
Introduction
The information display provides you with information in a convenient way
concerning the current operating state of your vehicle. The information system
also provides you with data (depending on the equipment installed in the vehicle)
relating to the radio, mobile phone, multi-functional indicator, radio navigation
system, the unit connected to the MDI input and the automatic gearbox.
Certain functions and operating conditions are always being checked on the vehicle
when the ignition is switched on and also while driving.
Functional faults, if required repair work and other information are indicated by red
symbols page 23 and yellow symbols page 23.
Lighting up of certain symbols is combined with an acoustic warning signal.
Information and texts giving warnings are also shown in the display page 25.
The following information can be shown in the display (depending on the equip-
ment installed on the vehicle):
Main menu
– You can activate the Main menu by pressing the rocker switch fig. 20 for
more than 1 second.
– You can select individual menu points by means of the rocker switch . When
the pushbutton is briefly pressed, the information you have selected is
displayed.
You can select the following information (depending on the equipment installed on
the vehicle):
MFD (Onboard computer) page 18
Audio
Navigation
Phone page 98
Vehicle status page 98
Settings page 24
The menu point Audio is only then displayed when the factory-fitted car radio is
switched on.
The menu point Navigation is only then displayed when the factory-fitted radio
navigation system is switched on.
Note
If warning messages are shown in the information display page 23, these
messages can be confirmed with the button on the windshield wiper lever in
order to call up the main menu.
Main menu page 22
Door, luggage compartment door and bonnet ajar warning
page 23
Service Interval Display page 17
Selector lever position for an automatic gearbox page 92
Fig. 20 Information display: Control
elements
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If you do not activate the information display at that moment, the menu shifts
to one level higher every 10 seconds.
The operation of the factory-fitted radio or the navigation system is described
in separate operating instructions to be found in the on-board literature.
Door, luggage compartment door and bonnet ajar warning
The door, luggage compartment and bonnet ajar warning lights up if at least one
door, the luggage compartment or bonnet are not closed. The symbol indicates
which door is still open or whether the luggage compartment door or bonnet is not
closed.
The symbol goes out as soon as the doors, luggage compartment door and bonnet
are completely closed.
A warning signal sounds if the car is driven at a speed of more than 6km/hour and
if the engine or the luggage compartment door is open.
Auto Check Control
Car state
The Auto Check Control carries out a check of certain functions and vehicle components. The check is performed constantly when the ignition is switched on, both
when the vehicle is stationary, as well as when driving.
Some operational faults, urgent repairs, service work or other information appear in
the display of the instrument cluster. The displays are shown with a red or yellow
light symbol depending on the priority of the message.
The red symbols indicate danger (priority 1) while the yellow symbols indicate a
warning (priortity 2). Information for the driver may also appear in addition to the
symbols page 25.
There is at least one error message when the term Vehicle status is displ aye d 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 displayed. The respective
messages are displayed one after the other in an interval of 5 seconds. Check as
soon as possible the displayed error messages.
As long as the operational faults are not rectified, the symbols are always indicated
again. After the first display, the symbols are indicated without information for the
driver.
If a fault occurs, a warning signal will also sound in addition to the symbol and text
in the display:
Priority 1 - three warning signals
Priority 2 - one warning signal
Red symbols
A red symbol signals danger.
– Bring the vehicle to a stop.
– Switch the engine off.
– Investigate the function indicated.
– Obtain professional assistance.
Meaning of the red symbols:
Three successive warning signals will sound if a red symbol appears.
Yellow symbols
A yellow symbol signals a warning.
Check the relevant function as soon as possible.
The meaning of the yellow symbols:
One warning signal will sound if a yellow symbol appears.
If several operational faults of priority 2 exist, the symbols appear one after the
other and are each illuminated for about 5 seconds.
Engine oil pressure too low page 28
Overheated clutches of the automatic gearbox DSG
page 92
Check engine oil level,
engine oil sensor faulty
page 28
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Set-up
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 (depending on the equipment installed on
the vehicle):
Language
MFD Data (MFA data)
Time
Winter tyres
Units
Alternative speed displayed (Second speed)
Service Interval (Service)
Factory Setting
Back
After selecting the menu point Back you will reach one level higher in the menu.
Language
Here you can set in which language the warning and information texts should be
displayed.
Displays of the MFA
Here you can switch off or on certain displays of the multi-functional indicator.
Time
Here you can set the time, the time format (12 or 24 hour indicator) and the time
change summer/winter time.
Winter tyres
Here you can set at which speed a warning signal should sound. This function is
used for e.g winter tyres with the permissible maximum speed less than the
maximum speed of the vehicle.
When exceeding the speed, the following is displayed on the information display:
Snow tyres max. speed ... km/h (Winter tyres maximum ... km/h)
Measures
Here you can set the units for temperature, consumption and distance driven.
Second speed
Here you can switch on the display of the second speed in mph or in km/h
2)
.
Service
Here you can have the kilometers still to be driven and the days until the following
service interval shown and the Service Interval Display reset.
Factory Setting
After selecting the menu Factory setting the factory setting of the information
display is restored.
2)
Valid for countries where the values are indicated in British measuring units.
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Warning lights
Overview
The warning lights indicate certain functions or faults.
Fig. 21 Instrument cluster with warning lights
Turn signal lights (to the left) page 26
Turn signal lights (to the right) page 26
Main beam page 26
Low beam page 26
Rear fog light page 26
Failure of the light bulbs page 27
Dynamo page 27
Fog lights page 27
Electrohydraulic power steering page 27
EPC fault light (petrol engine) page 27
Glow plug system (diesel engine) page 27
Coolant temperature/coolant level page 28
Fuel reserve page 28
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WARNING
If you do not pay attention to the warning lights coming on and the corre-
sponding descriptions and warning notes, this may result in severe body injuries
or major vehicle damage.
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 also essential to
observe all warnings page 154, “Working in the engine compartment”.
Note
Arrangement of the indicator lights depends on the model and model version.
Operational faults are shown in the instrument cluster as red symbols (priority 1
- danger) or yellow symbols (priority 2 - warning).
Turn signal system
Either the left or right indicator light flashes depending on the position of the
turn signal lever.
The indicator light flashes at twice its normal rate if a turn signal light fails.
Switching off the hazard warning light system is switched on will cause all of the
turn signal lights as well as both indicator lights to flash.
Further information about the turn signal system page 48.
Main beam
The indicator light comes on when the main beam is selected or also when the
headlight flasher is operated.
Further information about the main beam page 48.
Low beam
The indicator light comes on when low beam is selected page 44.
Rear fog light
The warning light comes on when the fog light is on page 46.
Engine oil page 28
Open door page 29
Fluid level in windshield washer system page 29
Control system for exhaust page 29
Switch off traction control system (TCS) page 29
Tyre pressure monitoring system page 29
Selector lever lock page 29
Traction control system (TCS) page 30
Electronic stability programme (ESP) page 30
Antilock brake system (ABS) page 30
Brake system page 30
Handbrake page 31
Speed regulating system page 31
Airbag system page 31
Diesel particle filter (diesel engine) page 31
Seat belt warning light page 32
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Bulb failure
The warning light comes on if a bulb is faulty:
up to 2 seconds after the ignition is switched on;
when switching on the defective light bulb.
The following text e.g will be displayed in the information display:
Check front right dipped beam! (Dipped beam front left defective!)
The rear side lights and the licence plate lighting require 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 unit) are defective. Check regularly the function of the
light bulbs.
Alternator
The warning light comes on after the ignition has been switched on. It should go
out after the engine has started.
If the warning light does not go out after the engine has started, or comes on when
driving, drive to the nearest specialist garage. The vehicle battery will be discharged
in this case so switch off all non-essential electrical components.
Caution
If the warning light comes on when driving and in addition the warning light
(cooling system fault) also comes on in display, you must then stop the car immediately and switch the engine off - risk of engine damage!
Fog lights
The warning light comes on when the fog lights are operating page 46.
Electrohydraulic power steering
The warning light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on.
If the warning light after switching on the ignition or when driving lights up contin-
uously, a fault exists in the electrohydraulic power steering. The power steering
operates with reduced steering assist or is completely without function.
Further information page 133.
WARNING
Contact your specialist garage if the power steering is defective.
Note
If the yellow warning light goes out after starting the engine again and a
short drive, it is not necessary to visit a specialist garage.
If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the yellow warning light
comes on after switching on the ignition. The warning light must go out after
driving a short distance.
There is no power-assisted steering support when the vehicle is being towed
without the engine running or when the power-assisted steering is defect. The
vehicle is fully steerable however. There is however increased force required to turn
the steering wheel.
EPC fault light (petrol engine)
The (Electronic Power Control) warning light comes on for a few seconds when
the ignition is switched on.
If the warning light
flashes after starting the engine or flashes while driving, a
fault exists in the engine control system. The engine management system selects
an emergency programme which enables you to drive to the nearest specialist
garage by adopting a gentle style of driving.
Glow plug system (diesel engine)
The warning light lights up for a cold engine when switching on the ignition (preheat position) page 83. Start the engine after the indicator light goes out.
The glow plug indicator light will come on for about 1 second if the engine is at a
normal operating temperature or if the outside temperature is above +5 °C. This
means that you can start the engine right away.
There is a fault in the glow plug system if the warning light
does not come on
or lights up continuously; contact a specialist garage as soon as possible to obtain
assistance.
If the warning light
begins to flash while driving, a fault exists in the engine
control. The engine management system selects an emergency programme which
enables you to drive to the nearest specialist garage by adopting a gentle style of
driving.
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Coolant temperature/coolant quantity
The warning light lights up until the engine reaches operating temperature3).
Avoid running at high engine speeds, at full throttle and at severe engine loads.
The warning light
comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on.
The coolant temperature is too high or the coolant level too low if the warning light
lights up or flashes while driving.
An audible signal sounds as an additional warning signal.
In this case stop and switch the engine off and check the coolant level; top up the
coolant as necessary page 158, “Replenishing the coolant”.
Do not continue your journey if for some reason it is not possible under the condi-
tions prevailing to top up with coolant. Keep the engine switched off and obtain
professional assistance from a specialist garage, otherwise it could lead to severe
engine damage.
If the coolant is within the specified range, the increased temperature may be
caused by an operating problem at the coolant fan. Check the fuse for the coolant
fan, replace it if necessary page 185, “Fuse assignment at the battery (manual
gearbox, automatic gearbox DSG)”.
If the warning light
does not go out although the coolant is at the correct level
and also the fuse of the fan is in proper order, do not continue driving. Contact a
specialist garage to obtain assistance.
Please refer to the following guidelines page 157, “Cooling system”.
The following text will be displayed in the information display:
Check coolant! Owner's manual!
WARNING
If you must stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe distance
from the traffic and switch off the engine and switch on the hazard warning light
system page 47, “Switch for hazard warning lights ”.
Fuel reserve
The warning light comes on, if the fuel level is less than 7 litres.
An audible signal sounds as an additional warning signal.
The following text will be displayed in the information display:
Please refuel! Range...km .
Engine oil
The warning light lights up red (low oil pressure)
The warning light comes on for a few seconds
4)
when the ignition is switched on.
Stop the vehicle and switch the engine off if the warning light does not go off after
the engine has started or flashes while driving. Check the oil level and top up with
oil as necessary page 156.
3 peeps sound as an additional warning signal.
Do not continue your journey if for some reason it is not possible under the condi-
tions prevailing to top up with oil. Keep the engine switched off and obtain professional assistance from a specialist garage, otherwise it could lead to severe engine
damage.
Do not drive any further if the warning light flashes even if the oil is at the correct
level. Do not run the engine not at idling speed either. Contact the nearest specialist
garage to obtain professional assistance.
The following text will be displayed in the information display:
Oil Pressure Engine off! Owner's manual!
The warning light
lights up yellow (oil quantity too low)
If the warning light lights up yellow, the quantity of oil in the engine is probably too
low. Check as soon as possible the oil level or top up page 156 with engine oil.
A peep sounds as an additional warning signal.
The following text will be displayed in the information display:
Check oil level!
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.
The warning light
flashes yellow (engine oil level sensor faulty)
A fault on the engine oil level sensor is indicated additionally by an audible signal
and the warning light coming on several times after the ignition has been switched
on.
3)
Not valid for vehicles with information display.
4)
The warning light on vehicles fitted with information display does not come on after
switching the ignition on, but only if a fault exists or the engine oil level is too low.
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In this case have the engine inspected without delay by a specialist garage.
The following text will be displayed in the information display:
Oil sensor workshop!
WARNING
If you must stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe
distance from the traffic and switch off the engine and switch on the hazard
warning light system page 47.
The red oil pressure light is not an oil level indicator! One should there-
fore check the oil level at regular intervals, preferably after every refueling stop.
Pay attention to the following instructions page 154, “Working in the
engine compartment” before checking the coolant fluid level and opening the
bonnet.
Open door
The warning light comes on if one or several doors are opened or if the boot lid is
opened. If one of the doors opens while driving, the warning light lights
up and
an audible signal sounds.
The warning light comes on even when the ignition is switched off. The warning
light lights up for a maximum of 5 minutes.
In vehicles with an information display, this warning light is replaced by a vehicle
symbol page 23.
Windshield washer fluid level
The warning light comes on when the ignition is switched on if there is insufficient fluid in the windshield washer system. Top up with liquid page 163.
The following text will be displayed in the information display:
Top up wash fluid!
Control system for exhaust
The warning light comes on after the ignition has been switched on.
If the warning light does not go out after starting the engine or it lights up when
driving, a fault exists in an exhaust relevant component. The engine management
system selects an emergency programme which enables you to drive to the nearest
specialist garage by adopting a gentle style of driving.
Anti-spin regulation (ASR)
The warning light lights up if the TCS system is switched off.
Further information about the TCS page 130.
Tyre pressure monitoring
The warning light lights up, if there is a substantial drop in inflation pressure in
one of the tyres. Reduce the speed and check or correct as soon as possible the
inflation pressure in the tyres page 165.
An audible signal sounds as an additional warning signal.
If the warning light flashes , there is a system fault. Visit the nearest specialist
garage and have the fault rectified.
Further information about the tyre pressure monitoring system page 134.
WARNING
When the warning light lights up, immediately reduce the speed and
avoid sudden steering and brake manoeuvres. Please stop the vehicle without
delay at the nearest possible stop and inspect the tyres and their inflation pressures.
Under certain circumstances (e.g. sporty style of driving, wintry or unpaved
roads) the warning light
can be delayed or does not light up at all.
Note
If the battery has been disconnected, the warning light comes on after switching
on the ignition. The warning light must go out after driving a short distance.
Selector lever lock (automatic gearbox)
If the green warning light lights up, operate the brake pedal. This is necessary,
in order to be able to move the selector lever out of the position P or N.
Further information about the selector lever lock page 94.
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Traction control system (TCS)
The warning light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on.
The warning light comes on when driving when a control cycle is activated.
The warning light lights up permanently if there is a fault in the TCS system.
The fact that the TCS system operates together with the ABS means that the TCS
warning light will also come on if the ABS system is not operating properly.
If the warning light
comes on immediately after starting the engine, the TCS
system can be switched off for technical reasons. In this case, the TCS system can
be switched on again by switching the ignition on and off. If the warning light goes
out, the TCS system is fully functional again.
Further information about the TCS page 130, “Traction control system (TCS)”.
Note
If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the warning light comes
on after switching on the ignition. The warning light must go out after driving a
short distance.
Electronic stability programme (ESP)
The warning light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on.
If the ESP helps to stabilise the vehicle (for example when applying and releasing a
braking force to an individual wheel), then the indicator light
flashes.
The warning light
lights up permanently if there is a fault in the ESP system.
The fact that the ESP system operates together with the ABS means that the ESP
warning light will also come on if the ABS system is not operating properly.
If the warning light
comes on immediately after starting the engine, the ESP
system can be switched off for technical reasons. In this case, the ESP system can
be switched on again by switching the ignition on and off. If the warning light goes
out, the ESP system is fully functional again.
Further information on the ESP page 129, “Electronic stability programme (ESP)”.
Note
If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the warning light comes
on after switching on the ignition. The warning light must go out after driving a
short distance.
Antilock brake system (ABS)
The warning light shows the functionality of the ABS.
The warning light comes on for a few seconds after the ignition has been switched
on or when starting the engine. The warning li ght goes out after an automatic check
sequence has been completed.
A fault in the ABS
The system is not functioning properly if the ABS warning light
does not go out
within a few seconds after switching on the ignition, does not light up at all or lights
up while driving. The vehicle will only be braked by the normal brake system. Visit a
specialist garage immediately and adjust your style of driving appropriately as you
will not know how great the damage is.
Further information about ABS page 132, “Antilock brake system (ABS)”.
A fault in the entire brake system
If the ABS warning light
comes on together with the brake system warning light
, there is a fault not only in the ABS but also in another part of the brake system
.
WARNING
If the brake system warning light comes on together with the ABS
warning light
stop the vehicle immediately and check the brake fluid level in
the reservoir page 159, “Brake fluid”. If the fluid level has dropped below the
MIN marking, do not drive any further - risk of accident! Contact a Škoda dealer
to obtain professional assistance.
Pay attention to the following instructions page 154, “Working in the
engine compartment” before checking the brake fluid level and opening the
bonnet.
If the brake fluid is at the correct level, the ABS control function has failed.
The rear wheels may then block very rapidly when braking. In certain circumstances, this can result in the rear end of the car breaking away - risk of skidding!
Drive carefully to the nearest specialist garage and have the fault rectified.
Brake system
The warning light lights when the level of brake fluid is too low or there is a fault
with the ABS.
If the warning light
flashes and an audible signal sounds three times, stop and
check the brake fluid level .
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The following text will be displayed in the information display:
Brake fluid Owner's manual .
If there is a fault in the ABS which also influences the function of the brake system
(e.g. distribution of brake pressure), the ABS warning light
comes on and at the
same time the brake system warning lig ht starts flashing
. Be aware that not only
the ABS but also another part of th brake system is defective .
An audible signal sounds three times as an additional warning signal.
One should get used to high pedal forces, an extended free play of the brake pedal
and long braking distances when carefully driving to the specialist garage.
For further information on the brake system page 131, “Brakes”.
WARNING
Pay attention to the following instructions before checking the brake fluid
level and opening the bonnet page 154, “Working in the engine compartment”.
If the brake system warning light does not go out a few seconds after
switching on the ignition or comes on when driving, stop immediately and check
the brake fluid in the reservoir page 159, “Brake fluid”. If the fluid level has
dropped below the MIN marking, do not drive any further - risk of accident!
Contact a Škoda dealer to obtain professional assistance.
Handbrake
The warning light also 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 text will be displayed in the information display:
Release parking brake!
Cruise control
The warning light lights up, when operating the speed regulating system.
Airbag system
Monitoring the airbag system
The warning light
comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on.
There is a fault in the system if the warning light does not go out or comes on or
flashes while driving . This also applies if the warning light does not come on
after the ignition is switched on.
The following text will be displayed in the information display:
Error: Airbag.
The functionality of the airbag system is also monitored electronically when one
airbag has been switched off.
The following situation applies if the front, side and head airbags or belt tensioner
have been switched off using the vehicle system tester:
The warning light lights up for 3 seconds after switching on the ignition and
then flashes for 12 seconds afterwards in 2 second intervals.
The following text will be displayed in the information display:
Airbag/belt tensioner deactivated!
If the passenger front airbag has been switched off using the switch (for
switching off airbags) in the end face of the dash panel on the front passenger
side:
the warning light comes on for 4 seconds after the ignition has been
switched on;
switching off the airbag is indicated in the middle of the dash panel by the
lighting up of the yellow indicator light in display
page 120.
WARNING
Have the airbag system checked immediately by a specialist garage if a fault
exists. Otherwise, there is a risk of the airbag not being activated in the event
of an accident.
Note
Further information about switching off airbags page 120, “Deactivating
airbags”.
Diesel particlulate filter (diesel engine)
If the warning light comes on, this means that soot has accumulated in the
diesel particle filter because of the frequent short distances.
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In order to clean the diesel particlulate 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. This increases
the exhaust temperature and the soot deposited in the diesel particle filter is burnt.
Always pay attention to the valid speed limits .
The warning light
goes out after the successful cleaning of the diesel particle
filter.
If the filter is not properly cleaned, the warning light
does not go out and the
warning light
begins to flash. In the information display Diesel-particle filter
owner's manual (Car documentation!) appears. Afterwards the engine control unit
shifts the engine into the emergency mode, which only has a reduced power output.
After switching the ignition off and on again the warning light
comes on.
Have the vehicle inspected without delay by your specialist garage.
WARNING
If you do not pay attention to the warning light coming on and the corre-
sponding descriptions and warning notes, this may result in injuries or major
vehicle damage.
Always adjust your speed to suit weather, road, region and traffic conditions.
The route 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 increased
fuel consumption and in certain circumstances a power reduction of the engine.
Note
Further information about diesel particle filter page 135, “Diesel particle filter
(diesel engine)”.
Seat belt warning light
The warning light comes on after the ignition is switched on as a reminder for the
driver and front passenger to fasten the seat belt. The warning 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 warning 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 warning light
lights up perma-
nently.
In case of a load on the front passenger seat e.g. a bag (this is not recommended for
safety reasons) the warning light
indicates that the seat belt is not fastened.
Further information on the seat belts page 109, “Why seat belts?”.
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Unlocking and locking
Vehicle keys
Description
Fig. 22 Set of keys without remote control/Keys with remote control key
Two keys are provided with the vehicle. Depending on the equipment, your vehicle
ca n b e e qu ipp ed wi th ke ys w it ho ut ra dio re mo te co ntr ol fig. 22 - left, or with radio
remote control fig. 22 - right.
WARNING
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. power windows) - risk of injury!
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!
Caution
Each key contains electronic components; therefore protect them against mois-
ture and severe shocks.
Keep the groove of the keys absolutely clean as impurities (textile fibres, dust
etc.) have a negative effect on the proper operation of the locking cylinder and the
ignition lock.
Note
Please approach an authorised Škoda Service Partner if you lose a key since he can
obtain a new one for you.
Changing the battery in the remote control key
Fig. 23 Remote control key - remove cover/remove battery
Each remote control key contains a battery which is housed under the cover
fig. 23. If the battery is discharged, the red indicator light does not light up
after pressing a button on the remote control key fig. 22. We recommend that
you have the batteries of the key replaced by an authorised Škoda Service Partner.
You should, however, proceed as follows if you wish to replace the discharged
battery yourself:
– Fold open the key.
– Press off the battery cover with your thumb or using a flat screwdriver at the
points of the arrows .
– Remove the discharged battery from the key by pressing the battery down-
wards at the point of the arrow fig. 23.
– Insert the new battery. Ensure that the “+” symbol on the battery is facing
upwards. The correct polarity is shown on the battery cover.
– Position the battery cover on the key and press on it until it is heard to lock in
place.
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For the sake of the environment
Dispose of a used battery in accordance with environmental regulations.
Note
Pay attention to the correct polarity when changing the battery.
The replacement battery must have the same specification as the original
battery.
If it is still not be possible to unlock or lock the vehicle with the remote control
key even after replacing the battery, this means that the system has to be synchronised page 39.
Electronic immobiliser
The electronic immobiliser prevents the vehicle being operated by an
unauthorised person.
An electronic chip is integrated in the head of the key. The immobiliser is deactivated with the aid of this chip when the key is inserted in the ignition lock. The electronic immobiliser is automatically activated when you withdraw the ignition key
from the lock.
Note
It is only possible to start the engine of your car with a Genuine Škoda key with the
matching code.
Locking/Unlocking
Valid for vehicles without a central locking system:
Locking from outside
The securing knob will move upwards or downwards in the door when unlocking or
locking.
Locking from inside
All closed vehicle doors are locked by pressing the securing knobs from the inside.
The doors cannot be opened from the outside when the securing knobs have been
pressed. The vehicle doors can be opened from the inside as follows:
the door is unlocked by actuating the door-opening lever;
The door opens upon actuating the door-opening lever again.
Note
The opened door cannot be locked with the securing knob. This prevents the
possibility of forgetting the key in the locked vehicle.
The opened doors at the rear and the front passenger door are locked by
pressing the securing knob and slamming the door closed.
Please refer to the safety guidelines in “Description” on page 35.
Child safety lock
The child safety lock prevents the rear door from being opened from
the inside.
The rear doors are equipped with a child safety lock. You can switch the child safety
lock on and off using the vehicle key.
Switching child safety lock on
– Use the vehicle key to turn the slit in the rear door to the left in the direction of
the arrow fig. 24.
Switching child safety lock off
– Use the vehicle key to turn the slit to the right against the direction of the arrow.
So long as the child safety lock is switched on it is not possible to open the door
from the inside with the door opening lever. In this case the door can be opened
only from the outside.
Fig. 24 Child safety locks on the rear
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Central locking system
Description
Unlocking or locking the vehicle causes all doors to be unlocked or locked at the
same time by the central locking system. The boot lid is unlocked when opening. It
can be opened by pressing the hand grip above the licence plate page 37.
Operation of the central locking system is possible:
from the outside using the vehicle key page 36;
using the buttons for the central locking system page 36;
with a remote control key page 38.
Indicator light in the driver's door
After locking the vehicle, the indicator light flashes for around 2 seconds in quick
succession, afterwards it will begin to flash at longer intervals.
If the vehicle is locked and the safe securing system page 35 is not operating, the
indicator light in the driver door blinks for about 2 seconds fast, goes out and starts
to flash evenly at longer intervals after about 30 seconds.
If the indicator light first of all flashes fast for about 2 seconds, afterwards lights up
for about 30 seconds and then flashes slowly, there is a fault in the central locking
system or interior monitor page 40. Visit a specialist garage to obtain assistance.
Convenience operation of windows
One can open and close the electrically powered windows when unlocking and
locking the vehicle page 42.
Opening a single door
This 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.
This function can be activated by a specialist garage.
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. The
driver can also unlock the vehicle by pressing the button
of the central locking
system.
This function can be activated by a specialist garage.
WARNING
Locking the doors prevents involuntary opening in an exceptional situation (an
accident). Locked doors prevent unwanted entry into the vehicle from outside,
for example at road crossings. Locked doors do, however, make it more difficult
for rescuers to get into the vehicle in an emergency - danger to life!
Note
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.
Only the front door which is fitted with a locking cylinder can be unlocked and
locked using the key if the central locking system fails. You can lock or unlock manually the other doors and the boot lid.
Emergency locking of the door page 37.
Emergency unlocking of the boot lid page 38.
Safe securing
The central locking system can be equipped with a safe securing system. Locking
the vehicle from the outside causes the door locks to be automatically blocked. The
indicator light flashes for around 2 seconds in quick succession, afterwards it will
begin to flash 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.
You can deactivate the safe securing system by locking twice within 2 seconds.
If the safe securing system is not operating, the indicator 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 again activated the next time the vehicle is unlocked
and locked again.
If the vehicle is locked and the safe securing system is deactivated, you can open
the vehicle from the inside by pulling on the door opening lever. The door is
unlocked and opened at the same time.
WARNING
If the vehicle is locked from the outside and the safe securing system is activated, there must not be any person and animals in the vehicle as it is then not
possible to open either a door or a window from the inside. The locked doors
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make it more difficult for rescuers to get into the vehicle in an emergency hazard!
Note
The anti-theft alarm system is also activated with the deactivated safe securing
system when locking the vehicle. Interior monitoring is however not activated.
You will be notified of the activation of safe locking after the vehicle is locked
with the following message CHECK DEADLOCK in the instrument cluster display. In
vehicles with an information display, the following messages appears Check
deadlock! Owner's manual! (Observe SAFE locking!)
Unlocking the vehicle using the key
– Turn the key in the locking cylinder of the driver's door in the direction of travel
(unlock position) fig. 25.
– Pull on the door handle and open the door.
All the doors (only the driver's door on vehicles with anti-theft alarm system) are
unlocked.
The boot lid is then unlocked.
The switched on interior lights come on over the door contact.
The safe securing system is deactivated.
The windows open provided the key is held in the unlock position.
The indicator light in the driver door stops flashing if the car is not fitted with an
anti-theft alarm system page 40.
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 will be trig-
gered if you do not switch on the ignition 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
of travel (lock position) fig. 25.
All the doors and the boot lid are locked.
The switched on interior lights will switch off over the door contact.
The windows close provided the key is held in the lock position.
The safe securing system is activated immediately.
The indicator light in the driver door begins flashing.
Note
If the driver's door has been opened, the vehicle cannot be locked.
Button for the central locking system
If the vehicle was not locked from the outside, you can also unlock and lock it with
the rocker switch without the ignition switched on.
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Fig. 25 Turning the key for unlocking and
locking the vehicle
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Locking all doors and the boot lid
– Press button page 36, fig. 26. The symbol in the button comes on.
Unlocking all doors and the boot lid
– Press button page 36, fig. 26. The symbol goes out in the button.
The following applies if you have locked your vehicle using the button :
It is not possible to open the doors or the boot lid from the outside (safety
feature, e.g. when stopping at traffic lights etc.).
You can unlock the doors individually from the inside and open them by pulling
the door opening lever.
As long as one door is opened, the vehicle cannot be locked in order to avoid
inadvertently locking the key in the vehicle.
In the event of an accident in which the airbags are deployed, the locked doors
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. All the
doors and the boot lid are locked. 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
The door opening lever and the buttons for the central locking system do not
operate if the safe securing system is activated page 35.
Emergency locking of the doors
An emergency locking mechanism is located on the rear side of the doors which
have no locking cylinder; it is only visible after opening the door.
Locking
– Remove the panel fig. 27.
– Insert the key into the opening under the panel and press the stopping lever
as far as the stop toward the inside.
–Re-insert the panel.
After closing the door, you can no longer open it from outside. The door can be
unlocked from the inside by pulling the door opening lever once and then opening
from the outside.
Luggage compartment door
Fig. 28 Unlock the boot lid/handle of the boot lid
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Opening the boot lid
– In vehicles with central locking press the button in the driver's door page 37,
fig. 28 - left and open the boot lid in the direction of arrow page 37, fig. 28 -
right.
– In vehicles with central locking press the lever above the number plate and
open the boot lid in the direction of arrow page 37, fig. 28 - right.
Closing the boot lid
– Pull the boot lid down and close it with a slight swing .
A handle which makes the closing easier is located on the inner paneling of the boot
lid.
WARNING
Ensure that the lock is properly engaged after closing the boot lid. Other-
wise, the boot lid might open suddenly when driving even if the boot lid lock is
closed - risk of accident!
Never drive with the boot lid fully opened or slightly ajar otherwise exhaust
gases may get into the interior of the vehicle - risk of poisoning!
Do not press on the rear window when closing the boot lid, it could crack -
risk of injury!
Note
After closing the boot lid, it is automatically locked within 1 second and the
anti-theft alarm system is activated. This applies only if the vehicle was locked
before closing the boot lid.
The function of the hand grip above the licence plate is deactivated when
starting off or as of a speed of more than 5 km/hour for vehicles with central locking.
The function of the hand grip is activated again when the vehicle has stopped and
a door is opened.
Hold the boot lid with the hand securely when opening.
Emergency unlocking of the boot lid
If there is a fault in the central locking, you can open the boot lid as follows:
– Fold the backrest of the rear seat forwards page 57.
– Insert a screwdriver or similar tool into the opening in the trim in the direction
of arrow fig. 29 to the stop.
– Unlock the lock under the trim in the direction of arrow .
– Open the boot lid/luggage compartment door.
Remote control
Description
You can use the remote control key:
to unlock and lock the vehicle;
unlocking boot lid;
electrically open and close the windows.
The transmitter with the battery is housed in the handle of the remote control key.
The receiver is located in the interior of the car. The operating range of the remote
control key is approx. 10 m. But this range 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 a new unit
installed, it is then necessary for an authorised Škoda Service Partner to initialise
the system. Only after this is it possible to again use the remote control.
Fig. 29 Emergency unlocking of th e boot
lid
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Note
The remote control is automatically deactivated when the ignition is switched
on.
The operation of the remote control may temporarily be affected by interfer-
ence from transmitters close to the car and which operate in the same frequency
range (e.g. mobile phone, TV transmitter).
The battery must be replaced if the central locking or anti-theft alarm system
only responds to the remote control at less than 3 metres away page 33.
If the driver door is opened, the vehicle cannot be locked using the remote
control.
Unlocking and locking the vehicle
Unlocking the vehicle
– Press the button fig. 30 for about 1 second.
Locking the vehicle
– Press button for about 1 second.
Deactivating safe securing system
– Press button twice in 2 seconds. Further information page 35.
Boot lid remote release
– Press button for about 1 second. Further information page 37.
Folding out of the key
–Press button .
Folding up of the key
– Press button and collapse the key bit in the housing.
The turn signal lights flash twice as confirmation that the vehicle has been
unlocked. The vehicle will lock again automatically if you unlock the vehicle using
button but do not open a door or the boot lid within the next 30 seconds. The
safe securing system/anti-theft alarm system will be reactivated again. This func-
tion is intended to prevent the car being unlocked unintentionally.
Display of the locking
The turn signal lights flash once to confirm that the vehicle has been correctly
locked.
If the vehicle is locked by pressing the button and some doors or the boot lid are
not closed, the turn signal lights flash only after closing.
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 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
Operate the radio remote control only when the doors and boot lid are closed
and you have visual contact with the vehicle.
Once in the car, do not press the lock button of the radio remote cont rol before
inserting the key into the ignition lock to prevent the car from being inadvertently
locked and the alarm system being switched on. Should this happen, press the
unlock button
of the radio remote control.
Synchronisation of the remote control
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 actu-
ated a number of times outside of the operative range of the equipment or the
battery on the remote control was replaced.
Fig. 30 Remote control key
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This means it is necessary to synchronise the code as follows:
Press any button on the remote control.
Pressing of the button means that the door will unlock with the key within 1
minute.
Anti-theft alarm system
Description
The anti-theft alarm system increases the level of protection against people
seeking to break into the vehicle. The system triggers audible and visual warning
signals if an attempt is made to break into the vehicle.
How is the alarm system activated?
The anti-theft alarm system is activated automatically when the vehicle is locked
with the key on the driver's door or by using the radio remote control. It is activated
30 seconds after locking the door.
How is the alarm system deactivated?
The anti-theft alarm system is deactivated if the vehicle is unlocked by only using
the radio remote control. The anti-theft alarm system is reactivated if the vehicle is
not opened within 30 seconds after transmitting the radio signal.
Once you unlock the vehicle by inserting the key into the driver door you then have
to insert the key into the ignition lock and switch the ignition on within 15 seconds
after opening the door in order to deactivate the anti-theft alarm system. The alarm
will be triggered if you do not switch on the ignition within 15 seconds.
When is the alarm triggered?
The following security areas of the locked vehicle are monitored:
Bonnet,
Boot lid,
Doors,
Ignition lock,
Vehicle inclination page 40,
Vehicle interior page 40,
A drop in voltage of the on-board power supply,
Socket of the factory-fitted towing device.
An alarm is immediately triggered if either of the two battery terminals is disconnected while the anti-theft alarm system is activated.
How is the alarm switched off?
You switch the alarm off if you unlock the vehicle with the radio remote control or
if you switch the ignition on.
Note
The working life of the alarm siren is 5 years. More detailed information is avail-
able by a specialist garage.
Before leaving the vehicle, check that all the doors and windows are closed in
order to ensure that the anti-theft alarm system is fully operational.
Coding of the radio remote control and the receiver unit precludes the use of the
radio remote control from other vehicles.
Interior monitor and towing protection monitoring
The interior monitor and the towing protection monitoring detect
movements inside the vehicle interior and then trigger the alarm.
The interior monitor and the towing protection monitoring are operated with the
button
. You can switch the interior monitor and the towing protection moni-
toring off if there is a possibility that movements from (e.g. children or animals)
inside the vehicle interior or if the vehicle must be transported (e.g. by train or ship)
or towed, might trigger the alarm.
Switch off the interior monitor and towing protection monitoring
– Switch off the ignition.
Fig. 31 Button for interior monitor and
towing protection monitoring
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– Open the driver door.
– Press the button
on the driver door page 40, fig. 31.
– Lock the vehicle within 30 seconds. The interior monitor and the towing protec-
tion monitoring are switched off.
The interior monitor and the towing protection monitoring are switched on again
automatically the next time the car is locked.
Note
You can switch the interior monitor and the towing protection monitoring off if
there is a possibility that movements from (e.g. children or animals) inside the
vehicle interior or if the vehicle must be transported (e.g. by train or ship) or towed,
might trigger the alarm.
You can also switch off the interior monitor and the towing protection moni-
toring, by deactivating the safe securing system page 35.
When the ignition key is removed or a door is opened, the symbol in the button
lights up red.
Lighting up of the symbol in the button does not confirm that the interior
monitor and the towing protection monitoring are switched on.
Electrical power windows
Buttons for electrical power windows
Fig. 32 Buttons on the driver's door/Buttons on the rear doors
The power windows operate only when ignition is switched on.
Opening a window
– A window is opened by pressing lightly on the respective button in the door. The
process stops when one releases the button.
– Additionally you can open the window automatically (fully opened) by pressing
the button up to the stop. Renewed pressing of the button causes the window
to stop immediately.
Closing a window
– A window is closed through pulling lightly on the respective button in the door.
The closing process stops when one releases the button.
– Additionally you can close the window automatically (fully closed) by pulling the
button up to the stop. Renewed pulling of the button causes the window to stop
immediately.
The buttons for the individual windows are located in the operating part of the
armrest of the driver's door fig. 32, front passenger door and on the rear doors.
Buttons for the power windows in the armrest for the driver
Button for the power window in the driver's door
Button for the power window in the front passenger's door
Button for the power window at the rear right door
Button for the power window at the rear left door
Safety switch
Safety pushbutton
You can deactivate the buttons for power windows at rear doors by pressing the
safety pushbutton fig. 32. The buttons for power windows at rear doors are
activated again by pressing the safety pushbutton again.
If the buttons for the rear doors are deactivated, the indicator light
in the safety
switch lights up.
WARNING
If you lock the vehicle from the outside, do not leave any person in the
vehicle since it is no longer possible to open the windows from the inside in an
emergency.
The system is fitted with a force limiter page 42. If there is an obstacle, the
closing process is stopped and the window goes down by several centimetres.
You should then take particular care when closing the windows! You may other-
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wise suffer severe injuries as a result of getting an arm, for example, jammed in
the window!
It is recommended to deactivate the electrically operated power windows in
the rear doors (safety pushbutton) page 41, fig. 32 when children are being
transported on the rear seats.
Caution
Keep the window glass clean to ensure that electric power windows work prop-
erly.
In the event of a freezing up of the windscreen, first of all eliminate the ice
page 147 and then operate the power windows otherwise the power window
mechanism could be damaged.
Note
After switching the ignition off, it is still possible to open or close the windows
for a further 10 minutes. The power windows are switched off completely once you
open the driver or front passenger door.
When driving always use the existing heating, air conditioning and ventilation
system for ventilating the interior of the vehicle. If the windows are opened, dust as
well as other dirt can get into the vehicle and in addition the wind noise is more at
certain speeds.
Force limiter of the power windows
The electrically operated power windows are fitted with a force limiter. It reduces
the risk of bruises or injuries when closing the windows.
If there is an obstacle, the closing process is stopped and the window goes down by
several centimetres.
If the obstacle prevents the window from being closed during the next 10 seconds,
the closing process is interrupted once again and the window goes down by several
centimetres.
You must try to close the window once again within 10 seconds after the window
has gone down twice, even if the obstacle was not yet removed, the closing process
is sto ppe d. Du rin g th is t ime it i s not pos sib le t o au tom atica lly clo se th e wi ndo w. T he
force limiter is still switched on.
The force limiter is only switched off, if you attempt to close the window within the
next 10 seconds - the window closes now with full strength!
If you wait longer than 10 seconds, the force limiter is switched on again.
WARNING
You should take particular care when closing the windows! You may otherwise
suffer severe injuries as a result of getting an arm, for example, jammed in the
window!
Window convenience operation
You can open and close the window with power windows as follows when
unlocking and locking the vehicle:
Opening a window
– Hold the key in the locking cylinder of the driver's door in the unlock position or
press the unlock button of the radio remote control until all the windows are
opened.
Closing a window
– Hold the key in the locking cylinder of the driver's door in the lock position or
press the lock button of the radio remote control until all the windows are
closed.
You can interrupt the opening or closing operation of the windows immediately by
releasing the key or the lock button.
WARNING
The system is fitted with a force limiter page 42. If there is an obstacle, the
closing process is stopped and the window goes down by several centimetres.
You should then take particular care when closing the windows! You may otherwise suffer severe injuries as a result of getting an arm, for example, jammed in
the window!
Operational faults
Electrically operated power windows do not operate
If the battery of the car has been disconnected and then reconnected, the electrically operated power windows do not operate. The system must be activated.
Proceed as follows in order to re-establish the function:
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switch on the ignition,
slightly pull on the upper edge of the relevant button and hold it until the
window is closed,
release the switch,
you must pull the respective switch again in upward direction for approx. 3
seconds.
Operation in winter
Ice accumulating on the surface of the windows during the winter may result in a
greater resistance when closing the windows and the window may stop and move
back several centimetres.
It is necessary to put the force limiter out of operation in order to close the window
page 42, “Force limiter of the power windows”.
WARNING
The system is fitted with a force limiter page 42. If there is an obstacle, the
closing process is stopped and the window goes down by several centimetres.
You should then take particular care when closing the windows! You may otherwise suffer severe injuries as a result of getting an arm, for example, jammed in
the window!
Caution
Keep the window glass clean to ensure that electric power windows work prop-
erly.
In the event of a freezing up of the windscreen, first of all eliminate the ice
page 147 and then operate the power windows otherwise the power window
mechanism could be damaged.
Panorama roof
The interior compartment can be brightened through the panorama roof out of
tinted glass. The pan orama roof can be exposed or covered over with the sun screen
fig. 33. For complete covering of the panorama roof, the sun screen must be
pushed into its end position.
Please pay attention to the following points if you wish to transport luggage or
other items on the roof of your vehicle in “Roof load” on page 67.
Fig. 33 Panorama roof: Open sun screen
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Lights and Visibility
Lights
Switching lights on and off
Fig. 34 Dash panel: Light switch/Switch for daylight driving lights
Switching on side lights
– Turn the light switch fig. 34 - left into position .
Switching on the low beam and main beam
– Turn the light switch into position .
– Press the main beam lever forward in order to switch on the main beam
page 48, fig. 38.
Switching off lights (except daylight driving lights)
– Turn the light switch into position O.
During the engine start, the low beam lights are switched off automatically.
On vehicles fitted with right-hand steering the position of the switches differs to
some extent from the position shown on fig. 34. The symbols which mark the
switch positions are identical, however.
WARNING
Never drive with side lights on - risk of accident! The side lights are not bright
enough to light up the road sufficiently in front of you or to be seen by other
oncoming traffic. In this case, always switch on the low beam when it is dark or
if visibility is poor.
Note
In vehicles with separate lights for daylight driving lights (in the bumper below
the main headlights) these lights also serve as side lights.
An audible warning will sound if you withdraw the ignition key and open the
driver's door when the vehicle lights are still on.
The acoustic warning signal is switched off over the door contact when the
driver's door is closed (ignition off). The vehicle can be parked with the side lights
on.
If the car is parked for a lengthy period, we recommend switching off all lights,
or leaving only the parking lights switched on.
The switching on of the described lights should only be undertaken in accord-
ance with the legal requirements.
In the event of cool or humid weather conditions, the headlights can be misted
up from inside.
The temperature difference between interior and external area of the head-
light lenses is decisive.
When the driving lights are switched on, the light outlet surfaces are free
from mist after a short period. The headlight lenses can possibly mist up at the
border areas.
It also concerns reverse light and turn signal lights.
This mist has no influence on the life of the lighting system.
“DAY LIGHT”
In some countries, the national legal provisions require that the vehicles are
equipped with the function daylight driving lights.
Activating daylight driving lights
– Remove the cover of the fuse box on the left side of the dash panel page 182.
– Turn the light switch into position O fig. 34 - left.
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– Switch on the switch for daylight driving lights fig. 34 - right.
Deactivating daylight driving lights
– Switch off the switch for daylight driving lights page 44, fig. 34 - right.
– Turn the light switch to the position side lights
or low beam page 44,
fig. 34 - left.
Activating daylight driving lights on vehicles with “START-STOP”
– Switch off the ignition.
– Pull the turn signal light lever towards the steering wheel, at the same time
slide it to the top and hold it in this position.
– Switch on the ignition - wait until the right-turn signal light flashes 4x.
– Switch off the ignition - an audible signal sounds, which confirms the activation
of the daylight driving lights.
– Release the turn signal light lever.
Deactivating daylight driving lights on vehicles with “START-STOP”
– Switch off the ignition.
– Pull the turn signal light lever towards the steering wheel, at the same time
slide it to the bottom and hold it in this position.
– Switch on the ignition - wait until the left -turn signal light flashes 4x.
– Switch off the ignition - an audible signal sounds, which confirms the deactiva-
tion of the daylight driving lights.
– Release the turn signal light lever.
On vehicles with separate lights for daylight driving lights in the fog lights or in the
front bumper, the parking lights and the licence plate light do not come on when
activating the function daylight driving lights (neither front nor rear).
If the vehicle is not equipped with separate lights for daylight driving lights, the
combination of the low beam, the parking lights (front and rear) including the
licence plate light is used as daylight driving lights.
In some countries, the national legal provisions require that the rear parking lights
also come on together with the separate lights for daylight driving lights when activating the function daylight driving lights.
Halogen projector headlights with cornering light function
For a better cornering illumination, the halogen projector headlights with cornering
light function are set in the optimal position in line with the vehicle speed and the
steering angle.
If the warning light
comes on while driving or after the ignition is switched on, a
fault is confirmed.
WARNING
If there is a fault in the halogen projector headlights with cornering light function, the warning light
lights up in the instrument cluster. The halogen
projector headlights with cornering light function are automatically lowered to
the emergency position, which prevents a possible dazzling of oncoming traffic.
Thus the illuminated length of the road is shortened. Drive carefully and have
the car inspected immediately by a specialist garage.
Tourist light
Halogen projector headlights with cornering light function
This mode makes it possible to drive in countries with opposing traffic system,
driving on the left/right, without dazzling the oncoming vehicles. When the mode
“tourist light” is active, the side to side swivel of the headlights is deactivated.
Activating tourist light
Before activating the tourist light, the following conditions must be met:
Ignition switched off, light switched off (light switch in the position O), control dial
for the headlamp beam adjustment in the position -, no gear engaged or selector
lever in the position N (automatic gearbox), tourist light deactivated.
– Switch on the ignition.
Up to 10 seconds after the ignition is switched on:
– Turn the light switch to the position
page 44.
– Engage the reverse gear (manual gearbox) or move the selector lever into the
position R (automatic gearbox).
– Turn the control dial for headlamp beam adjustment from the position - to the
position 3 page 47.
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Deactivating tourist light
Before deactivating the tourist light, the following conditions must be met:
Ignition switched off, light switched off (light switch in the position O), control dial
for the headlamp beam adjustment in the position 3, no gear engaged or selector
lever in the position N (automatic gearbox), tourist light activated.
– Switch on the ignition.
Up to 10 seconds after the ignition is switched on:
– Turn the light switch to the position
page 44.
– Engage the reverse gear (manual gearbox) or move the selector lever into the
position R (automatic gearbox).
– Turn the control dial for headlamp beam adjustment from the position 3 to the
position - page 47.
The adaptation of the halogen projector headlights must be performed as follows
page 141.
Fog lights
Switching on fog lights
– First of all turn the light switch into position or fig. 35.
– Pull the light switch out to the first detent .
The warning light
lights up in the instrument cluster when the fog lights are
switched on page 25.
Fog lights with the function “CORNER”
The fog lights with the function “CORNER” are designed for a better
illumination of the surrounding area near the vehicle when corning,
parking etc.
The fog lights with the function “CORNER” are adjusted according to the steering
angle or after switching on the turn signal light
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in the following circumstances:
the vehicle is stationary and the engine is running or it moves with a speed of
maximum 40 km/h;
the daylight driving lights are not switched on;
low beam switched on.
A fault in the system of the fog lights with the function “CORNER” is confirmed by
the warning light
lighting up.
Note
If the fog lights are switched on, the function “CORNER” is not active.
Rear fog light
Switching on the rear fog light
– First of all turn the light switch into position or fig. 35.
– Pull the switch into position . The fog lights light up at the same time.
If the vehicle is not fitted with fog lights, the rear fog light is switched on by turning
the light switch to the position
and is pulled out directly to the position . This
switch does not have two positions, but only one position.
The warning light
lights up in the instrument cluster when the rear fog light is
switched on page 25.
Only the rear fog light of the trailer lights up if the vehicle is fitted with a towing
device from Škoda original accessoriesand when you are towing a trailer which is
fitted with the rear fog light.
Fig. 35 Dash panel: Light switch
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If both switch on versions are conflicting, for example if the steering wheel is turned to the
left and the right turn signal light is switched on, the turn signal light has the higher priority.
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Caution
The rear fog light should only be switched on if visibility is particularly poor (conform
with any varying legal provisions) to avoid dazzling vehicles behind your vehicle.
Headlamp range adjustment
Once the low beam is switched on you can then adapt the range of
the headlights to the load of the vehicle.
– Turn the control dial fig. 36 until you have adjusted the low beam so that
oncoming traffic is not dazzled.
Settings
The positions correspond approximately to the following vehicle loads:
Front seats occupied, luggage compartment empty.
All seats occupied, luggage compartment empty.
All seats occupied, luggage compartment laden.
Driver seat occupied, luggage compartment laden.
Caution
The headlamp range should always be adjusted in a way that:
the headlights do not dazzle other road users, especially oncoming traffic,
and the range is sufficient for safe driving.
Switch for hazard warning lights
– Press switch fig. 37 to switch the hazard warning light system on or off.
All the turn signal lights on the vehicle flash at the same time when the hazard
warning light system is switched on. The indicator light for the turn signals and the
indicator light in the switch also flash at the same time. You can also switch on the
hazard warning light system if the ignition is switched off.
The hazard warning light system is switched on automatically if an airbag is
deployed in the event of an accident.
Please comply with any legal requirements when using the hazard warning light
system.
Note
Switch on the hazard warning light system if, for example:
you encounter traffic congestion;
your vehicle breaks down or an emergency situation occurs.
Fig. 36 Dash panel: Lights and Visibility
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Fig. 37 Dash panel: Switch for hazard
warning lights
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The turn signal and main beam lever
The parking lights and headlight flasher are also switched on and off
using the turn signal and main beam lever.
The turn signal and main beam lever perform the following functions:
Right and left turn signal light
– Push the lever upwards or downwards fig. 38.
– If you only wish to flash three times (the so-called convenience turn signal),
push the lever briefly up to the upper or lower pressure point and release it.
– Turn signal for changing lanes - in order to only flash briefly, move the lever up
or down to the pressure point and hold it in this position.
Main beam
– Switch on the low beam.
– Push the lever forwards in direction of arrow .
– If you push the lever into the initial position in the direction of arrow the main
beam is switched off.
Headlight flasher
– Pull the lever towards the steering wheel (spring-tensioned position) - the main
beam and warning light
in the instrument cluster come on.
Parking light
– Switch off the ignition.
– Push the lever up or down - the right-hand or left-hand parking light is switched
on.
Information concerning the function of the lights
The turn signal system only operates when the ignition is switched on. The
corresponding warning light
or in the instrument cluster also flashes.
The turn signal is automatically cancelled after negotiating a curve.
The side light and rear light on the appropriate side of the vehicle are switched
on when the parking light is selected. The parking light function only operates if the
ignition is switched off.
An acoustic warning signal will sound when the driver's door is opened if the
lever is not in the middle position after removing the ignition key from the ignition
lock. The acoustic warning signal will stop just as soon as the d river's do or is closed.
Caution
Us e mai n bea m or t he hea dlig ht fl ashe r only if th is do es no t ris k dazzli ng ot her r oad
users.
Note
If you have switched on the right or left turn signal light and you switch off the
ignition, the parking light is not automatically switched on.
Use only in accordance with the legal requirements the described lighting and
signal systems.
Interior lighting
Interior vehicle lighting - version 1
Fig. 38 Turn signal and main beam lever
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Door contact switching mechanism (front and rear doors)
– Press the switch in the direction of the centre of the light, the symbol
page 48, fig. 39 appears.
Switching the interior light on
– Press the switch in the direction of the edge of the light, the symbol
appears.
Switching the interior light off
– Press the switch into the middle position O.
– On the version without reading lights press the switch to the right, the
symbol O appears.
Reading lights
– Press on one of the switches page 48, fig. 39 in order to switch the right
or left reading light on or off.
On vehicles with central locking, the interior light is switched on for about 30
seconds when the vehicle is unlocked, when a door is opened or after withdrawing
the ignition key (if the relevant switch is in the door contact position). The inner light
goes out out immediately after the ignition is switched on.
A time delay switch causes the inner lighting on vehicles without a central locking
system stays on for a few seconds after the doors have been closed. The inner light
goes out out immediately after the ignition is switched on.
The interior lighting is switched off after about 10 minutes when a door has been
left open in order to avoid discharging the battery of the vehicle.
Note
We recommend having the bulb replaced by a specialist garage.
Interior vehicle lighting - version 2
The rear interior lighting fig. 40 is actuated by moving the switch to the symbol
, O or to the middle position .
The same principles apply for interior lighting version 2 as for Interior lighting version 1 page 48.
Lighting of the storage box on front passenger side
– When opening the flap of the storage box on the front passenger side the
lighting in the storage box comes on.
– The light switches on automatically when the parking light is switched on and
goes out when the flap is closed.
Luggage compartment light
The lighting comes on automatically when the boot lid is opened. If the lid remains
open for more than about 10 minutes, the luggage compartment lighting switches
off automatically.
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Fig. 40 Interior lighting - version 2
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Rear window heater
– You can switch the rear window heater on or off by pressing the switch
fig. 41 - the indicator light in the switch comes on or goes out.
The rear window heater only operates when the engine is running.
The rear window heater switches off automatically after 7 minutes.
If the on-board voltage drops, the rear window heater is switched off automatically,
the warning light flashes in the button.
For the sake of the environment
As soon as the wind ow is de-iced or free from mist, the heating should be switched
off. The reduced current consumption will have a favourable effect on fuel economy
page 140, “Saving electricity”.
Sun visors
You can pull the sun visor for the driver or front passenger out of the fixture and
swivel it toward the door in the direction of the arrow fig. 42.
The vanity mirrors in the sun visors are provided with covers. Push the cover in
direction of arrow .
WARNING
The sun visors must not be swivelled to the side windows into 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.
Fig. 41 Switch for rear window heater
Fig. 42 Sun visor: swivelling out
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Windshield wiper and wash system
Windshield wiper
You can operate the windscreen wipers and automatic wipe/wash
using the windscreen wiper lever.
The windscreen wiper lever fig. 43 has the following positions:
Finger-operated wiping
– If you wish to wipe the windscreen only briefly, push the lever into the sprung
position .
Intermittent wiping
– Position the lever up into position .
– Set with the switch the desired break between the individual wiper strokes.
Slow wipe
– Position the lever up into position .
Fast wipe
– Position the lever up into position .
Automatic wipe/wash for windscreen
– Pull the lever towards the steering wheel into the spring-tensioned position ,
the wash system and the windscreen wipers will operate.
– Release the lever. The windscreen wash system stops and the wiper continues
for another 1 - 3 wiper strokes (depending on the period of spraying of the windscreen).
Wiping the rear window pane
– Push the lever away from the steering wheel into position fig. 43, the
widescreen wiper will operate every 6 seconds.
Automatic wipe/wash for the rear window pane
– Push the lever away from the steering wheel into the spring-tensioned position
, the windscreen wiper and wash system will operate.
– Letting go of the lever will cause the windscreen wash system to stop and the
windscreen wiper to continue for another 1 - 3 wiper strokes (depending on the
period of spraying of the windscreen). The lever will stay in position after
releasing it .
Switching windscreen wipers off
– Move the lever back into its home position .
The windscreen wipers and the windscreen washer system only operate if the ignition is switched on.
The rear window will be wiped again if the window wipers are on when reverse gear
is selected.
The windscreen washer nozzles for the windscreen are heated when the ignition is
switched on.
Top up with wash liquid page 163.
WARNING
Properly maintained windscreen wiper blades are essential for clear visibility
and safe driving page 52.
Do not use the windscreen washer system at low temperatures, without
heating the windscreen beforehand. Otherwise the window cleaner could
freeze on the windscreen and restrict the view to the front.
In the event of a freezing up of the windscreen, first of all remove the ice
page 147 and then operate the windscreen wiper otherwise the windscreen
wiper blades could be damaged.
Fig. 43 Windscreen wiper lever
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Caution
In frosty weather, please first of all check whether the windscreen wiper blades are
not frozen to the windscreen before switching them on. Switching on windscreen
wipers when the windscreen wiper blades are frozen to the windscreen may result
in damage both to the windscreen wiper blades and the motor of the windscreen
wipers!
Note
The content of the windscreen wiper reservoir is 3,5 litres. On vehicles which are
equipped with a headlight cleaning system, the content of the reservoir is
5,4 litres.
Headlight cleaning system
The headlights are being cleaned after the windscreen washer system has been
operated for the fifth time, the low beam or main beam are switched on as well as
the windscreen wiper lever is held in the position page 51, fig. 43 for about 1
second.
You should remove stubborn dirt (such as insect residues) from the headlight lenses
at regular intervals, for example when refuelling. Please refer to the following
guidelines page 147, “The headlight lenses”.
You should remove any snow from the fixtures of the washer nozzles and clear ice
in winter with a de-icing spray in order to ensure proper operation of the cleaning
system.
Caution
Never remove the nozzles from the headlamp washer system by hand - risk of
damage!
Replacing the wiper blades for the windscreen wipers
Taking off the wiper blade
– Fold windscreen wiper arm away from the windscreen.
– Press the locking button, in order to unlock the wiper blade and pull off in the
direction of arrow.
Attaching a wiper blade
– Push the wiper blade until it locks up to the stop.
– Check whether the wiper blade is correctly attached.
– Fold the windscreen wiper arm back onto the windscreen.
Windscreen wiper blades in proper condition are essential to obtain good visibility.
Wiper blades should not be allowed to become dirtied by dust, insect remains and
preserving wax.
Juddering or smearing of the wiper blades could then be due to wax residues left on
the windscreen by vehicle washing in automatic vehicle wash systems. It is therefore important to degrease the lips of the winscreen wiper blades after every pass
through an automatic vehicle wash system.
WARNING
If the windscreen wipers are handled carelessly, there is a risk of damage to
the windscreen.
You should clean the wiper blades regularly with a windscreen cleaner in
order to avoid any smears. Clean the windscreen wiper blades with a sponge or
cloth if it is very dirty, for example from insect residues.
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Fig. 44 Wiper blade for the windscreen
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Replace the windscreen wiper blad es once or twice a year for safety reasons.
Windscreen wiper blades are available at specialist garages.
Replacing the wiper blade on the rear window wiper
Remove the wiper blade
– Fold windscreen wiper arm out from the windscreen and position the wiper
blade at right angles to the wiper arm fig. 45.
– Hold the window wiper arm at the top end with one hand.
– With the other hand unlock the locking button in the direction of arrow and
remove the wiper blade.
Attach the wiper blade
– Position the wiper blade onto the wiper arm and lock the locking button .
– Check whether the windscreen wiper blade is correctly attached.
The same remarks apply here as for page 52.
Rear-view mirror
Manual dimming interior rear-view mirror
Basic setting
– Pull the lever on the bottom edge of the mirror forward.
Dimming mirror
– Pull the lever on the bottom edge of the mirror back.
Rear mirror
You can adjust the exterior mirrors electrically.
Adjust the rear mirror before commencing to drive so that there is a clear view to
the rear.
Dimming the interior mirror
– Pull the lever on the bottom edge of the mirror toward rear (the lever on the
interior mirror must point forwards in it home position).
Heating of the external mirror
– Turn the rotary knob to position fig. 46.
Adjusting the left-hand exterior mirror
– Turn the rotary knob to position . The movement of the mirror surface is iden-
tical to the movement of the rotary knob.
WARNING (continued)
Fig. 45 Wiper blade for the rear window
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Fig. 46 Inner part of door: Rotary knob
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Adjusting the right-hand exterior mirror
– Turn the rotary knob to position . The movement of the mirror surface is iden-
tical to the movement of the rotary knob.
WARNING
Convex (curved outward) exterior mirrors increase the field of vision. They
do, however, make objects appear smaller in the mirror. These mirrors are only
of limited use, therefore, for estimating distances to the following vehicles.
Use whenever possible the interior rear mirror, for estimating the distances
to the following vehicles.
Note
The exterior mirror heater only operates when the engine is running.
Do not touch the surfaces of the exterior mirrors if the exterior mirror heater is
switched on.
You can set the exterior mirrors by hand, if the power setting function fails at
any time, by pressing on the edge of the mirror surface.
Contact your specialist garage if a fault exists with the power setting of the
exterior mirrors.
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Seats and Stowage
Front seats
Basic information
The front seats have a wide range of different settings and can thus be matched to
the physical characteristics of the driver and front passenger. Correct adjustment of
the seats is particularly important for:
safely and quickly reaching the controls;
a relaxed, fatigue-free body position;
achieving the maximum protection offered by the seat belts and the airbag
system.
The chapters which follow describe the procedure which you should adopt for
adjusting the seats.
WARNING
Never transport more occupants than the maximum seating in the vehicle.
Each occupant must correctly fasten the seat belt belonging to the seat. Chil-
dren must be fastened page 122, “Transporting children safely” with a suitable restraint system.
The front seats and the head restraints must always be adjusted to match
the body size of the seat occupant as well as the seat belts must always be
correctly fastened in order to provide an optimal protection for you and your
occupants.
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. This is particularly important for the front seat passenger. 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 may suffer fatal injuries
when adopting an incorrect seated position!
It is important for the driver and front passenger to maintain a distance of at
least 25 cm from the steering wheel or dash panel. 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.
Ensure that there are no objects in the footwell as any objects may get
behind the pedals during a driving or braking manoeuvre. You would then no
longer be able to operate the clutch, to brake or accelerate.
Do not transport any objects on the front passenger seat except those
provided for this purpose (e.g. child safety seat) - risk of accident!
Adjusting the front seats
Adjusting a seat in a forward/back direction
–Pull the lever fig. 47 up and push the seat into the desired position.
– Release the lever and push the seat further until the lock is heard to engage.
Adjusting height of seat
– Lift the seat if required by pulling or pumping lever upwards.
– Lower the seat if required by pushing or pumping lever downwards.
Adjust the angle of the seat backrest
– Relieve any pressure on the seat backrest (do not lean on it) and turn the hand-
wheel to adjust the angle of the backrest.
The driver's seat should be adjusted in such a way that the pedals can be fully
pressed to the floor with slightly bent legs.
WARNING (continued)
Fig. 47 Controls at seat
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The seat backrest on the driver's seat should be adjusted in such a way that the
upper point of the steering wheel can be easily reached with slightly bent arms.
WARNING
Only adjust the driver seat when the vehicle is stationary - risk of injury!
Take care when adjusting the seat! Adjusting the seat without care can lead
to bruises or injuries.
The seat backrests must not be angled too far back when driving otherwise
this will affect proper operation of the seat belts and of the airbag system - risk
of injury!
Head restraints
Fig. 48 Head restraint: Adjusting/pulling out
Best protection is achieved if the top edge of the head restraint is at the same level
as the upper part of your head.
Adjusting the height of a head restraint
– Grasp the side of the head restraint with both hands and push it in upward direc-
tion as desired fig. 48 - left.
– Move the head restraint downwards if required by pressing and holding the
safety button with one hand fig. 48 - right and by pressing with the other
hand the head restraint downwards.
Removing and installing a head restraint
– Pull the head restraint out of the seat backrest as far as the stop.
– Press the locking button in the direction of arrow fig. 48 - right and pull the
head restraint out.
– To re-insert the head restraint, push it down into the seat backrest far enough
until you hear the locking button engage.
The position of the front, rear outer head restraints and the rear middle head
restraint is adjustable for height.
The head restraints must be adjusted to match the size of the seat occupant.
Correctly adjusted head restraints together with the seat belts offer effective
protection for the occupants page 106.
WARNING
The head restraints must be correctly adjusted in order to offer effective
protection for the occupants in the event of an accident.
Do not drive under any circumstance with removed head restraints - risk of
injury!
If the rear seats are occupied, the rear head restraint must not be in the
lower position.
Heating the front seats
You can electrically heat the seat cushions and the seat backrests of the front seats.
– By pressing the rocker switch in the position or switch on the front seat
heating to 25 % or 100 % of its power output fig. 49.
– To switch off the heating shift the rocker switch into the horizontal position.
Fig. 49 Rocker switch: Front seat
heating
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WARNING
If, as an occupant, you have a subdued pain and/or temperature sensitivity,
e.g. through medication, paralysis or because of chronic illness (e.g. diabetes),
we recommend not to use the seat heating of the driver or front passenger se at.
This can lead to burns on the back, the posterior and the legs which are difficult
to heal. If the seat heating is used, we recommend to make regular breaks in
your journey when driving long distances, so that the body can recuperate from
the stress of the journey. Please consult your doctor, who can evaluate your
specific condition.
Caution
You should not kneel on the seats or otherwise apply pressure at specific points
in order to avoid damaging the heating elements of the seat heaters.
Do not use the seat heating if the seats are not occupied by persons or if objects
are fastened or stored on them, for example a child seat, a bag etc. A fault of the
heating elements in the seat heating can occur.
Do not clean the seats moist page 149.
Note
The seat heating should only be switched on when the engine is running. This has
a significant effect of saving on the battery capacity.
Rear seats
Adjusting seats in forward/back direction
Fig. 50 Releasing at the front/rear
To enlarge the luggage compartment, the outer rear seats can be pushed forwards,
folded fully forwards or the seats can be removed.
Moving seats in forward/back direction
– Pull up the lever fig. 50 on the left or on the release loop fig. 50 on the right
and move the seat into the desired position.
Note
Please refer to the following guidelines page 107, “Correct seated position for the
occupants on the rear seats”.
Adjusting the seat backrest
Adjust the angle of the seat backrest
–Pull the lever fig. 51 and adjust the desired angle of the seat backrest.
Fig. 51 Adjusting the seat backrest
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Folding rear seats forwards
Fig. 52 Fold seat fully forwards/Secure folded forward seats
Fold seats fully forwards and secure
– Insert the seat belt tongue into the opening of the respective read side trim
panel - safety position.
– Move the seat as far as possible to the rear page 57.
– Pull the lever page 57, fig. 51 and fold the seat backrest fully fowards.
– Pull the lever fig. 52 up and then fold the seat fully forwards.
– Secure the folded forward seat with the aid of the fixing belt to a guide rod of
the head restraint for the front seat fig. 52 on the right.
WARNING
Immediately secure the folded forward seat with the aid of the fixing belt to
a guide rod of the head restraint for the front seat - there is a risk of injury as
soon as the vehicle starts off.
If the seat is not in the rear end position, damage can occur to the locking
bolts if the seat is unlocked.
Note
Please refer to the following guidelines page 107, “Correct seated position for the
occupants on the rear seats”.
Removing seats
Fig. 53 Unlocking the folded forward seat/carrying handle on the seat cushion
Unlocking and removing seats
– Unlock the folded forward seat by pressing the seat locks in the direction of
arrow fig. 53.
– Remove the seat with the carrying handle on the seat cushion fig. 53 on the
right.
Note
The outer seats are not replaceable alternatively. In the rear area the left seat is
marked with the letter L and the right seat with the letter R.
Please refer to the following guidelines page 107.
Adjusting seats in crosswise direction
Fig. 54 Locking the seat
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Moving seats in crosswise direction
– Remove the middle seat page 58.
– Fold the outer seat forwards page 58 and lock it page 58, fig. 53.
– Move the folded forward and unlocked seat on the guide towards the middle of
the vehicle up to the stop.
– Lock the seat at the end of the guide page 58, fig. 54.
Move seats into the initial position
Locking seats and folding back into position
– If the seat is removed, first of all position it on the guide and lock the seat
page 58, fig. 54. Check for yourself that the seat is correctly locked by pulling
it up.
– Fold the seat into the horizontal position until it is heard to lock. Check for your-
self that the seat can no longer be lifted by pulling it up.
– Push the lever fig. 55 and fold the backrest back into position. Check for your-
self that the seat backrest is engaged.
– Take the belt tongue out of the safety holder.
WARNING
The belts and the belt locks must be in their original position after folding
back the seat cushions and the seat backrests - they must be ready to use.
The seat backrests must be securely interlocked in position so that no
objects in the luggage compartment can slide into the passenger compartment
if there is sudden braking - risk of injury!
When folding the seat backrest always make sure that it has safely locked
into position, this is confirmed by the position and a visible marking on the cover
of the lever.
Folding table on the middle seat backrest
– The middle seat backrest can be folded page 58, “Folding rear seats
forwards” forwards and used as armrest or table with cup holder fig. 56.
– You can place two cups or beverage cans into the recesses.
WARNING
Do not place any hot beverages into the cup holder. If the vehicle moves,
they may spill - risk of scalding!
Do not use any cups or beakers which are made of brittle material (e.g. glass,
porcelain). You might be injured by them in the event of an accident.
Note
If the middle rear seat backrest should be folded forward for lengthy periods, then
make sure that the belt locks are not located below it - this can result in permanent
damage to the upholstery.
Fig. 55 Folding the seat backrest back
into position
WARNING (continued)
Fig. 56 Rear seats: Armrest
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Pedals
Concerning a secure depressing of the pedal, you should use only footmats from the
Škoda genuine accessories.
Operation of the pedals must not be hindered!
WARNING
Greater pedal distances may be needed when there is a fault in the brake
system.
Do not place any footmats or other additional floor coverings in the area of
the pedals in order to ensure that all the pedals can be fully depressed and are
able to return unobstructed to their initial position - risk of accident!
There must be no objects on the floor which could roll under the pedals. You
would then no longer be able to apply the brakes, operate the clutch or accelerator - risk of accident!
luggage compartment
Loading the luggage compartment
Please observe the following in the interest of maintaining good handling characteristics of your vehicle:
– Distribute the items of luggage as evenly as possible.
– Place heavy objects as far forward as possible.
– Attach the items of luggage to the lashing eyes or the fixing net page 61.
In the event of an accident, there is such a high kinetic energy which is produced by
small and light objects that they can cause severe injuries. The magnitude of the
kinetic energy depends on the speed at which the vehicle is travelling and on the
weight of the object. The speed at which the vehicle is travelling is in this case the
more significant factor.
Example: In the event of a frontal collision at a speed of 50 km/h, an unsecured
object with a weight of 4,5 kg produces an energy, which corresponds to 20 times
its own weight. This means that it results in a weight of approx. 90 kg. You can
imagine the injuries that can occur, if this “bullet” is flying through the interior
compartment and hits an occupant.
WARNING
Store the objects in the luggage compartment and attach them to the
lashing eyes.
Loose objects in the passenger compartment can be thrown forward during
a sudden manoeuvre or in case of an accident and can injure the occupants or
other oncoming traffic. This risk is still increased, if the objects which are flying
around are hit by a deployed airbag. In this case, the objects which are thrown
back can injure the occupants - hazard.
Please note that the handling properties of your vehicle may be affected
when transporting heavy objects as a result of the displacement of the centre of
gravity. The speed and style of driving must be adjusted accordingly.
The items carried in the luggage compartment should be stored in such a
way that no objects are able to slip forward if there are any sudden driving or
braking manoeuvres undertaken - risk of injury!
When transporting fastened objects which are sharp and dangerous in the
luggage compartment enlarged by folding the rear seats forward or removing
the rear seats, ensure the safety of the passengers transported on the other
rear seats page 107, “Correct seated position for the occupants on the rear
seats”.
If the rear seats next to the folded forward seat are occupied, ensure
maximum safety, e.g. by placing the goods to be transported in such a way that
a folding back of the seat is prevented in case of a rear collision.
Never drive with the boot lid fully opened or slightly ajar otherwise exhaust
gases may get into the interior of the vehicle - risk of poisoning!
On no account exceed the permissible axle loads and the permissible gross
weight of the vehicle - risk of accident!
Never transport occupants in the luggage compartment.
Caution
Please ensure that the heating elements of the rear window heater are not
damaged as a result of objects sliding in this area.
Note
Tyre pressure must be adjusted to the load page 165, fig. 143.
The circulation of air in the vehicle helps to prevent the windows from misting
up. The used air streams out through the air venting slits which are located under
the bumper in the luggage compartment. Check for yourself that the air venting slits
are not covered.
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Vehicles of category N1
On vehicles of the category N1, which are not fitted with a protective grille, a lashing
set which complies with the standard EN 12195 (1 - 4) must be used for fastening the
load.
Fastening elements
Fastening eyelets and fastening elements are located on the sides of the luggage
compartment for securing the items of luggage fig. 57.
You can also attach fixing nets to these fastening eyelets and fastening elements
for holding small objects.
The fixing nets and the installation instruction are located in the luggage compartment.
WARNING
The load to be transported must be fixed in place in such a way that it cannot
move during the journey and when braking.
If the items of luggage or objects are attached to the lashing eyes with
unsuitable or damaged lashing straps, injuries can occur in the event of braking
manoeuvres or accidents. In order to prevent the items of luggage being thrown
forward, always use suitable lashing straps which are firmly attached to the
lashing eyes. Never attach a child seat to the lashing eyes!
Folding hooks
Folding hooks for attaching small items of luggage, such as bags etc., are provided
on both sides of the luggage compartment fig. 58.
WARNING
Please refer to the following guidelines page 60.
Caution
An item of luggage weighing up to 7.5 kg can be attached to the hook.
Fixing nets - Net programme
Fig. 59 Fixing net: double horizontal pocket, floor fixing net/double vertical pockets
Fixing examples of the fixing net as double horizontal pocket, floor fixing net
fig. 59 and double vertical pockets fig. 59 on the right.
Fig. 57 Luggage compartment: Lashing
eyes and fastening elements
Fig. 58 Luggage compartment: folding
hooks
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The fixing nets and the installation instruction are located in the luggage compartment.
WARNING
The whole strength of the net makes it possible to load the pocket with
objects of up to 1.5 kg in weight. Heavy objects are not secured sufficiently - risk
of injury and net damage!
The load to be transported must be fixed in place in such a way that it cannot
move during the journey and when braking.
Caution
Do not place any objects with sharp edges in the nets - risk of net damage.
Fixing floor covering of the luggage compartment
You can lean against the raised floor cover between the backrests of the rear seats
and the luggage compartment cover, as if one needs to reach the spare wheel.
Luggage compartment cover
You can use the luggage compartment cover behind the head
restraints for storing light and soft items.
Fig. 60 Removal of the luggage compartment cover/Luggage compartment cover in the lower
position
The luggage compartment cover can be removed if you want to transport bulky
goods.
– Unhook the support straps fig. 60.
– Slightly raise the luggage compartment cover.
– Remove the luggage compartment cover from the holders either by pulling
to the rear or by tapping slightly on the bottom side of the luggage compartment cover in the area between the holders.
– Install again by pushing the luggage compartment cover forwards into the
holder and hanging the support straps on the boot lid.
The luggage compartment cover can also be put into the lower position on the
supporting elements fig. 60 on the right.
The procedure of installing or removing is identical.
In this position you can store smaller objects up on the luggage compartment cover
up to a total weight of 2,5 kg.
WARNING
No objects should be placed on the luggage compartment cover, the vehicle
occupants could be endangered if there is sudden braking or the vehicle collides
with something.
Caution
Please ensure that the heating elements of the rear window heater are not
damaged as a result of objects placed in this area.
Note
When opening the boot lid, lift the luggage compartment cover - risk that objects
placed in this area can slip forward!
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Static separation net
Fig. 61 Use of the static separation net behind the rear seats/behind the front seats
Install the static separation net behind the front seats or the rear seats.
Install the static separation net behind the rear seats
– Remove the luggage compartment cover.
– Take the separation net out of the bag.
– Unfold both parts of the cross rod until they are heard to engage.
– Insert the cross rod into the mount first on the one side and push the cross
rod forward. In the same way, fix the cross rod to the other side of the vehicle,
mount fig. 61.
– Hang the carabines at the ends of the strap into the lashing eyes behind the
rear seats.
– Pull the strap through the tensioning clasp, first of all on the one side and then
on the other side.
Remove the static separation net behind the rear seats
– Slacken the bands on both sides and take off the carabines fig. 61.
– Push the cross rod first of all on the one side and then on the other side towards
the rear.
– Take the cross rod out of the mounts .
Pack static separation net
– Press the red button of the joint - so that it releases.
– Put the separation net folded together in the bag and close it.
– Attach the bag with the aid of the plastic carabines to the eyes on the left and
right luggage compartment trim panel.
Installing and removing the static separation net behind the front seats fig. 61 on
the right is carried out analogously as behind the rear seats. Use the eyes behind
the front seats to attach the carabines. Remove the rear seats to enlarge the
luggage compartment.
Installing and removing the static separation net behind the rear seats with variable
loading floor page 63 is carried out analogously as behind the rear seats without
variable loading floor. Use the lower eyes at the fixing wedges on the front part of
the variable loading floor in order to attach the carabines.
Variable loading floor in the luggage compartment
Remove variable loading floor
Fig. 62 Luggage compartment: Fold up variable loading floor/remove
The variable loading floor makes it easier to handle bulky luggage and creates an
even luggage compartment floor when the rear seats are folded forward. The
maximum permissable surface load of the variable loading floor is 75 kg.
Removing the variable loading floor
– Unhook the loops fig. 62 of the elastic partition out of the fixing points.
– Unlock the variable loading floor by turning the locking bolts by approx. 180°
to the left fig. 62.
– You can fold together the variable loading floor by moving it in the direction of
the arrow.
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– Lift up the variable loading floor in direction of arrow page 63, fig. 62 and
remove it by pulling in direction of arrow page 63, fig. 62.
Installing the variable loading floor
– Place the variable loading floor once folded together onto the carrier rails.
– Fold open the variable loading floor.
– Lock the variable loading floor by turning the locking bolts by approx. 180° to
the right.
– Attach the loops of the elastic partition to the fixing points.
WARNING
Pay attention when installing that the carrier rails and the variable loading floor
are correctly fixed, otherwise the occupants are at risk.
Note
If the variable loading floor is installed in the luggage compartment, no flexible
storage compartment or fixing net can be installed page 61.
Remove carrier rails
Fig. 63 Luggage compartment: Slacken check points/remove carrier rails
Remove carrier rails
– Slacken the check point on the carrier rails using the vehicle key or a flat
screwdriver fig. 63.
– Grasp the carrier rail fig. 63 on the right and take it out by pulling in direc-
tion of arrow. The carrier rail on the other side of the luggage compartment can
be removed in the same way.
Install carrier rails
– Position the carrier rails on the sides of the luggage compartment.
– Press the check point on each carrier rail up to the stop.
– Check the attachment of the carrier rails by pulling it.
WARNING
Pay attention when installing that the carrier rails and the variable loading floor
are correctly fixed, otherwise the occupants are at risk.
Take out lateral carrier rail and fixing wedges
Fig. 64 Luggage compartment: Take out lateral carrier rail/Take out fixing wedges
Remove lateral carrier rail and fixing wedges
– Grasp the lateral carrier rail fig. 64 and take it out by pulling in the direction of
arrow.
– Grasp the fixing wedge fig. 64 on the right and take it out by pulling in the
direction of arrow. To remove the fixing wedge on the other side of the luggage
compartment, proceed in the same way.
Install lateral carrier rail and fixing wedges
– Position the fixing wedges at the attachment points and press these up to stop
in the direction of the luggage compartment sides.
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– Insert the lateral carrier rail at an angle to the fixing wedges and press it up to
the stop.
– Check the attachment of the lateral carrier rail by pulling it.
Divide the luggage compartment with variable loading floor
The luggage compartment can be divided with the variable loading floor.
– Lift up the part with the holder and secure it by sliding it into the grooves
fig. 65.
Bicycle holder in the luggage compartment
Install cross member
– Remove the rear seats or fold the seats fully forwards, in order to make available
the necessary space in the luggage compartment page 58.
– Release the fixtures at the ends of the cross member by slightly pulling up
the securing screws .
– Position the cross member with the fixed (not pulled out) part onto the right (in
direction of travel) lashing eye and then the pull out part onto the left lashing
eye.
– Secure the fixture to both sides and lock the fixing screws in place.
– Tighten the fixing screws up to the stop.
– Check the attachment of the cross member by pulling it.
WARNING
When transporting bicycles in the luggage compartment, ensure the safety of
passengers .
Install bicycle carrier
– Position the approved bicycle carrier on the cross member, after pulling up the
screw fig. 67 push the frame side rail (alu-part) towards the cross member
until the socket latches, and screw the screw into the nut.
– Slacken the screw on the moveable part of the bicycle carrier and pull out,
then position the moveable part of the carrier, depending on bicycle size, into
one of the possible positions.
– Insert the screw into the desired position and tighten.
Fig. 65 Dividing the luggage compartment
Fig. 66 Install cross member
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Put bicycle into the bicycle carrier
Fig. 68 Put in the bicycle/fastening the front wheel
– Remove the front wheel before putting the bicycle into the vehicle.
– Slacken the quick tension jack on the fixing axle of the bicycle carrier and adjust
according to the width of the bicycle fork.
– Fit the bicycle fork onto the fixing axle and tighten with the quick tension jack
fig. 68 - left.
– It is best to push the removed front wheel between the crank of the left pedal
and the bicycle frame, attach it with a strap to the front fork fig. 68 - right,
and/or to a fixing point.
– Make sure that it does not lead to damage of the trim panel of the luggage
compartment, the bicycle and the placed objects.
– Perform the installation of the second fixture and the attachment of the bicycle
analogously.
Note
If the front wheel is equipped with disc brake, attach the wheel in such a way that
the brake disc is opposite the frame.
Secure the stability of the bicycles with a strap
Fig. 69 Securing the bicycles with clamps/securing the bicycles with a strap
– To slacken the rubber part of the clamp, push both parts against each other and
open the clamp.
– Position the clamp with the rubber part to the front (in direction of travel) as far
as possible below the saddle support and close the clamp fig. 69.
– When transporting two bicycles tension the strap fig. 69 between the
saddles, by pushing the bicycles apart.
– Hang the carabines at the ends of the strap into the lashing eyes behin d the rear
seats.
– Pull the strap through the tensioning clasp, first of all on the one side and then
on the other side.
– If it is necessary, the position of the bicycles in the vehicle can be additionally
rectified.
WARNING
When transporting passengers and objects, which require the seats to be
folded forwards, ensure the safety of the passengers being transported.
Place the bicycles in the bicycle carrier in such a position that no collision
between the steering arm and the rear window can occur.
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Roof rack
General information
Caution
Only use roof racks approved by Škoda Auto.
If you use other roof rack systems or if the roof bars are not properly fitted, then
any damage which may result to your car is not covered by the warranty agreements. It is therefore essential to pay attention to the fitting instructions supplied
with the roof luggage rack system.
Ensure that the opened boot lid does not collide with the roof load.
For the sake of the environment
The increased aerodynamic drag results in a higher fuel consumption.
Note
If a vehicle is not factory-fitted with roof rails, you can purchase them from Škoda
Original accessories.
Roof load
Distribute weight evenly over the roof luggage rack system. The maximum permissible roof load (including roof rack system) of 75 kg and the maximum permissible
total weight of the vehicle should not be exceeded.
You cannot make full use of the permissible roof load if you use a roof luggage rack
system with a lower load carrying capacity. The load transported on the roof
luggage rack system must not exceed the weight limit which is stated in the fitting
instructions.
WARNING
The items which you transport on the roof bar system must be reliably
attached - risk of accident!
You must on no account exceed the permissible roof load, the permissible
axle loads and the permissible gross weight of your vehicle - risk of accident!
Please note that the handling properties of your vehicle change when you
transport heavy or bulky items on the roof bar system as a result of the displace-
ment of the centre of gravity and the increased wind attack area - risk of accident! You must absolutely adapt your style of driving and the speed of the
vehicle to the specific circumstances.
Front cup holder
You can place two cups or beverage cans into the recesses fig. 70.
WARNING
Do not place any hot beverages into the cup holder. If the vehicle moves,
they may spill - risk of scalding!
Do not use any cups or beakers which are made of brittle material (e.g. glass,
porcelain). You might be injured by them in the event of an accident.
Caution
Do not open the beverages in the cup holder while driving. There is a risk of spilling
e.g. when braking and therefore the electrical components or the seat upholstery
can be damaged.
WARNING (continued)
Fig. 70 Front centre console: Cup holder
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Rear cup holder
You can place one cup or beverage can into the recess fig. 71.
WARNING
Do not place any hot beverages into the cup holder. If the vehicle moves,
they may spill - risk of scalding!
Do not use any cups or beakers which are made of brittle material (e.g. glass,
porcelain). You might be injured by them in the event of an accident.
Caution
Do not open the beverages in the cup holder while driving. There is a risk of spilling
e.g. when braking and therefore the electrical components or the seat upholstery
can be damaged.
Parking ticket holder
The parking ticket holder is designed e.g. for attaching car park tickets in car parks.
The parking ticket must be removed before starting off in order not to restrict the
driver's vision.
Ashtray
Fig. 73 Centre console: Ashtray at the front/rear
Removing ashtray
– Remove the ashtray fig. 73 upw ards. W hen removi ng do no t hold the a shtray
at the cover - risk of breakage.
Replacing ashtray
– Insert the ashtray vertically.
Fig. 71 Centre console: Cup holder
Fig. 72 Windscreen: Parking ticket
holder
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WARNING
Never lay flammable objects in the ashtray basin - risk of fire!
Cigarette lighters and power sockets
Cigarette lighter
You can also use the socket on the cigarette lighter for other electrical appliances.
Using the cigarette lighter
– Press in the button of the cigarette lighter fig. 74.
– Wait until the button jumps forward.
– Remove the cigarette lighter immediately and use it.
– Insert the cigarette lighter again into the socket.
Using the socket
– Remove the cigarette lighter or the cover of the power socket.
– Connect the plug of the electrical appliance to the socket.
The 12 volt power socket can also be used to supply power to additional electrical
accessories with a power uptake up to 120 watts.
WARNING
Take care when using the cigarette lighter! Not paying proper attention or
incorrect use the cigarette lighter in an uncontrolled manner may result in burns.
The cigarette lighter and the power socket also operates when the ignition
is switched off or the ignition key withdrawn. This is why you should never leave
children unattended in the vehicle!
Caution
Always use matching plugs to avoid damaging the power socket.
Note
Connecting electrical components when the engine is not running will drain
the battery of the vehicle - risk of battery draining!
Further information page 170, “Accessories, changes and replacement of
parts”.
Power socket in the luggage compartment
– Open the cover of the power socket fig. 75.
– Connect the plug of the electrical appliance to the socket.
You can only use the power socket for the connection of approved electrical accessories with a power uptake up to 120 watts. The vehicle battery will be discharged
in the process if the engine is stationary.
The same remarks apply here as for page 69, “Cigarette lighter”.
Fig. 74 Centre console: Cigarette lighter
Fig. 75 Luggage compartment: Power
socket
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Further information page 170, “Accessories, changes and replacement of
parts”.
Storage compartments
Overview
You will find the following storage facilities in your vehicle:
WARNING
Please do not place anything on top of the dash panel. Such objects might
slide or fall down when driving (when accelerating or cornering) and may
distract you from concentrating on the traffic situation - risk of accident!
Ensure that when driving no objects from the centre console of from other
storage possibilities may get into the footwell of the driver. You would then no
longer be able to apply the brakes, operate the clutch or accelerator - risk of
accident!
Storage compartments on the front passenger side
On some vehicles, the storage compartments are not equipped with lids.
Opening and closing the storage compartments on the front passenger
side
– Pull the handle of the lid in direction of arrow fig. 76 and fold it open.
– Swivel the flap until it is heard to lock.
A pin holder is located inside the lower flap.
WARNING
The storage compartments must always be closed when driving for safety
reasons.
Storage compartments on the front passenger side page 70
Storage compartment on the driver's side page 71
Stowage compartment for spectacles page 71
Stowage compartment in centre console page 71
Storage compartment in the front seat page 72
Front seat armrest with stowage compartment page 72
Storage compartment in the front doors page 72
Storage compartments in the luggage compartment page 73
Flexible storage compartment page 73
Clothes hooks page 73
Fig. 76 Dash panel: Storage compartments on the front passenger side
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Cooling of storage compartment on front passenger side
The storage compartment can be fitted for vehicles with an airconditioning system with a closable inlet for cooled air.
– You can switch the cooling system on or off using the control dial fig. 77.
Opening the air inlet when the air conditioning system is on causes fresh or interior
air to flow into the storage compartment.
We recommend that you switch off the cooling if it is operating in the heating mode
or if you are not using the cooling system for the storage compartment.
Storage compartment on the driver's side
Unlockable compartment below the steering wheel on the left.
Stowage compartment for spectacles
– Press on the lid of the stowage compartment, the stowage compartment opens
downwards fig. 79.
Caution
The compartment must only be opened when removing or inserting the specta-
cles and otherwise must be kept closed.
Do not place any items which are sensitive to heat in the storage box - you may
damage them.
Stowage compartment in centre console
Unlocable compartment in the centre console.
Fig. 77 Storage compartment: Using
cooling system
Fig. 78 Dash panel: Storage compartment on the driver's side
Fig. 79 Detail of the headliner: Stowage
compartment for spectacles
Fig. 80 Centre console: Storage
compartment
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Storage compartment in the front seat
– Tilt the lock to open the flap and pull out the flap fig. 81.
– Tilt the lock to close the flap and press flap close.
Caution
The storage compartment is foreseen for storing small objects of up to 1 kg in
weight.
Front seat armrest with storage compartment
Fig. 82 Armrest: Storage compartment/open storage compartment
Fold the armrest
– Press the bottom button on the face end of the armrest fig. 82 on the left.
Fold the armrest forwards and release the button.
Opening stowage compartment
– Press the top button and fold up the cover of the storage compartment
fig. 82 on the right.
Note
The moving space of the arms can be restricted if the armrest is folded down. In city
traffic the armrest should not be folded down.
Storage compartment in the front doors
A bottle holder is located in the area of the storage compartment for the front
doors.
WARNING
Use the area fig. 83 of the storage compartment only for storing objects
which do not project so that the effectiveness of the side airbag is not
impaired.
Fig. 81 Front seat: Storage compartment
Fig. 83 Stowage compartment in door
panel
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Storage compartments in the luggage compartment
Storage compartments are located on both sides of the luggage compartment
fig. 84.
Caution
The storage compartments are intended for storing small objects of up to 1,5 kg in
weight.
Flexible storage compartment
A flexible storage compartment is located on the right side of the luggage compartment.
Removing
– Take hold of the flexible storage compartment at both upper corners.
– Press the upper corners to the inside and release the storage compartment by
pulling upwards.
– Take it out by pulling towards the middle of the vehicle.
Installing
– Insert both ends of the flexible storage compartment into the openings of the
right side trim panel of the luggage compartment and push it downwards until
it locks.
Caution
The flexible storage compartment is foreseen for storing small objects of up to 8 kg.
in weight.
Clothes hooks
The clothes hooks are located on the handle of the headliner above each of the rear
doors.
WARNING
Ensure that any clothes hanging from the hooks do not impair your vision to
the rear.
Use the hooks for hanging only light items of clothing and ensure that there
are no heavy or sharp-edged objects in the pockets.
The maximum permissible load of the hooks is 2 kg.
Do not use clothes hangers for hanging up items of clothing otherwise this
will interfere with the protection offered by the head airbag.
Fig. 84 Storage compartments in the
side trim panel
Fig. 85 Flexible storage compartment
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Heating and air conditioning system
Introduction
Description and information
The heating effect is dependent upon the coolant temperature, thus full heat
output only occurs when the engine has reached its operating temperature.
If the cooling system is switched on, the temperature and air humidity drops in the
vehicle. The wellbeing of the occupants of the car is enhanced as a result of this
particularly at high outside temperatures and a high air humidity. The system
prevents the windows misting up during the cold season of the year.
It is possible to briefly activate recirculated air mode in order to enhance the cooling
effect - Air conditioning system page 80, Climatronic page 82.
The air inlet in front of the windscreen must be free of ice, snow or leaves in order
to ensure that the heating and cooling systems operate properly.
After switching on the cooling Condensation from the evaporator of the air conditioning may drip down and form a puddle below the vehicle. This is quite normal and
not an indication of a leak!
WARNING
For your own safety and that of other road users, ensure that all the
windows are free of ice, snow and misting. Please familiarize yourself about how
to correctly operate the heating and ventilation systems, how to demist and
defrost the windows, as well as with the cooling mode.
You should not leave recirculated air mode on over a longer period of time,
as “stale” air may result in fatigue in the driver and occupants, divert your attention and also cause the windows to mist up. The risk of having an accident
increases. Switch recirculated air mode off as soon as the windows begin
misting up.
Note
The used air streams out through the air removal openings in the luggage
compartment.
We recommend that you do not smoke in the vehicle when the recirculating air
mode is operating since the smoke which is drawn at the evaporator from the interior of the vehicle forms deposits in the evaporator of the air conditioning system.
This produces a permanent odour when the air conditioning system is operating
which can only be eliminated through considerable effort and expense (replacement of compressor).
Please refer to the information regarding the recirculated air mode for heating
page 77 and/or for air conditioning system page 80 or Climatronic page 82.
To ensure that the heating and air conditioning systems work properly, do not
block up the air outlet vents with any objects.
Using the air conditioning system economically
The compressor on the air conditioning system uses power from the engine when
in cooling mode which will effect the fuel consumption.
It recommended to open the windows or the doors of a vehicle for which the interior
has been strongly heated through the effect of direct sunlight in order to allow the
heated air to escape.
The cooling system should not be switched on while travelling when the window is
open.
The desired interior temperature can also be achieved without switching in the
cooling system just by switching to fresh air mode.
For the sake of the environment
When you economize on fuel, you also reduce pollutant emissions.
Operational problems
If the cooling system does not operate at outside temperatures higher than +5 °C,
there is a problem in the system. The reasons for this may be:
The fuse on the air conditioning system has blown. Check the fuse, replace it if
necessary page 182.
The cooling system has switched off automatically for a short time because the
coolant temperature of the engine is too hot page 16.
If you are not able to rectify the operational problem yourself, or if the cooling
capacity decreases, switch the cooling system off. Contact a specialist garage.
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Air outlet vents
The information provided is valid for all vehicles.
Fig. 86 Air outlet vents
Open the air outlet vents 3 and 4
– Turn the vertical thumbwheel (air outlet vents 3) or the horizontal wheel (air
outlet vents 4) to the position
.
Close air outlet vents 3 and 4
– Turn the vertical thumbwheel (air outlet vents 3) or the horizontal wheel (air
outlet vents 4) to the position 0.
Change air flow of air outlet vents 3 and 4
– In order to change the strength of the air flow, swivel the horizontal lamellas
with the aid of the moveable adjuster.
– In order to change the lateral direction of the air flow, turn the vertical lamellas
with the aid of the moveable adjuster.
You can set the air supply to the individual vents with the air distribution control
fig. 87. Air outlet vents 3 and 4 can also be opened or closed individually.
Warmed, unwarmed or cooled air will flow out of the air outlet vents according to
the setting of the regulator of the heating or the air conditioning system and the
atmospheric conditions.
Heating
Using the system
The heating system delivers air into the interior of the vehicle and
warms it as required.
Setting temperature
– Turn the control dial fig. 87 to the right in order to increase the tempera-
ture.
– Turn the control dial to the left in order to increase the temperature.
Controlling blower
– Turn the blower switch into one of the positions, 1 to 4, in order to switch the
blower on.
– Turn the blower switch into position 0 in order to switch the blower off.
– If you wish to shut off the fresh air supply, use the button - recirculated air
mode page 77.
Control for air distribution
– You can adjust the direction of the air flow using the air distribution control
page 75.
Rear window heater
– Press button . Further information page 50, “Rear window heater”.
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All controls apart from the control dial can be set to any desired intermediate
position.
The blower should aways be on to prevent the windows from misting up.
Note
If the air distribution is positioned towards the windows, the total amount of air is
used to defrost the windows and thus no air will be fed to the footwell. This can lead
to restriction of the heating comfort.
Set heating
Recommended basic settings of heating controls for:
Note
Controls , , and button page 75, fig. 87.
Air outlet vents 4 page 75, fig. 86.
We recommend that you leave the air outlet vents 3 page 75, fig. 86 in the
opened position.
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Setting of the control dial
Button
Air outlet vents 4
Defrosting the windscreen and side
windows
To the right up to the
stop
3
Do not switch on
Open and align with the side win-
dow
Free windscreen and side windows
from mist
Desired temperature 2 or 3
Do not switch on
Open and align with the side win-
dow
The fastest heating
To the right up to the
stop
3
Briefly switched on Opening
Comfortable heating Desired temperature 2 or 3
Do not switch on Opening
Fresh air mode - ventilation
To the left up to the
stop
Desired position
Do not switch on Opening
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Recirculated air mode
In recirculated air mode air is sucked out of the interior of the vehicle
and then fed back into the interior.
Recirculated air mode prevents polluted air outside the vehicle from getting into the
vehicle, for example when driving through a tunnel or when standing in a traffic jam.
Switching recirculated air mode on
– Press the button page 75, fig. 87 the warning light lights up in the
button.
Switching recirculated air mode off
– Press again the button , the warning light in the button goes out.
The recirculated air mode is switched off automatically if the air distribution control
is in position
page 75, fig. 87. You can also switch recirculated air mode on
again from this setting by repeatedly pressing pushbutton .
WARNING
You should not leave recirculated air mode on over a longer period of time, as
“stale” air may result in fatigue in the driver and occupants, divert your attention
and also cause the windows to mist up. The risk of having an accident increases.
Switch recirculated air mode off as soon as the windows begin misting up.
Air conditioning system (manual temperature control)
Description
The air conditioning system is a combined cooling and heating
system. It makes it possible to optimally control the air temperature
at any season of the year.
Description of the air conditioning system
It is important for your safety and for your driving comfort that the air conditioning
system is operating properly.
The air conditioning system operates when switch fig. 88 is pressed and
the following conditions are met:
engine running,
outside temperature above approx. +2 °C and
blower switch switched on (positions 1 to 4).
Air at a temperature of about 5 °C may flow out of the vents under certain circumstances when the cooling system is operating. Lengthy and uneven distribution of
the air flow out of the vents and large differences in temperature, for example when
getting out of the vehicle, can result in chills in sensitive persons.
Note
We recommend you have a specialist garage clean the air-conditioning system
once every year.
Using the system
Setting temperature
– Turn the control dial fig. 88 to the right in order to increase the tempera-
ture.
– Turn the control dial to the left in order to increase the temperature.
Controlling blower
– Turn the blower switch into one of the positions 1 to 4, in order to switch the
blower on.
– Turn the blower switch into position 0 in order to switch the blower off.
– If you wish to shut off the fresh air supply, use the button - recirculated
air mode.
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Control for air distribution
– You can adjust the direction of the inlet air flow using control .
Switching cooling on and off
– Press the button page 77, fig. 88. The warning light lights up in the
button.
– When you again press the switch , the cooling system is switched off. The
warning light in the button goes out.
Note
The whole heat output will be needed to unfrost the windscreen and side
windows. No warm air will be fed to the footwell. This can lead to restriction of the
heating comfort.
The indicator light in the button lights up after switching on the system if
some of the conditions were not satisfied for operating the air conditioner. It is also
used to indicate the system's cooling readiness when all of the conditions have
been met page 77, “Description of the air conditioning system”.
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Setting air conditioning system
Recommended basic settings of the control elements of the air conditioning system
for the respective operating modes:
Note
Controls , , and the buttons and page 77, fig. 88.
Air outlet vents 4 page 75, fig. 86.
We recommend that you leave the air outlet vents 3 page 75, fig. 86 in the
opened position.
Set-up
Setting of the control dial Button
Air outlet vents 4
Defrost windscreen and side
windows - free from mist
a)
a)
We recommend you do not use this setting in countries with high humidity climates. This can cause the window pane to cool rapidly, and subsequent fogging from the outside.
Desired tempera-
ture
3 or 4
Do not switch on
Is activated automati-
cally
b)
b)
The indicator light in the button lights up after switching on the system if some of the conditions were not satisfied for operating the air conditioner. It is also used to indicate the system's
cooling readiness when all of the conditions have been met page 77, “Description of the air conditioning system”.
Open and align with the side
window
The fastest heating
To the right up to
the stop
3
Briefly switched on Switched off Opening
Comfortable heating
Desired tempera-
ture
2 or 3
Do not switch on Switched off Opening
The fastest cooling
To the lef t up to the
stop
Briefly 4, then
2or 3
Briefly switched on Activated Opening
Optimal cooling
Desired tempera-
ture
1, 2 or 3
Do not switch on Activated Open and align to the roof
Fresh air mode - ventilation
To the lef t up to the
stop
Desired position
Do not switch on Switched off Opening
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Recirculated air mode
In recirculated air mode air is sucked out of the interior of the vehicle
and then fed back into the interior.
Recirculated air mode prevents polluted air outside the vehicle from getting into the
vehicle, for example when driving through a tunnel or when standing in a traffic jam.
Switching recirculated air mode on
– Press the button page 77, fig. 88, the warning light lights up in the
button.
Switching recirculated air mode off
– Press again the button - the warning light in the button goes out.
The recirculated air mode is switched off automatically if the air distribution control
is in position
page 77, fig. 88. You can also switch recirculated air mode on
again from this setting by repeatedly pressing pushbutton .
WARNING
You should not leave recirculated air mode on over a longer period of time, as
“stale” air may result in fatigue in the driver and occupants, divert your attention
and also cause the windows to mist up. The risk of having an accident increases.
Switch recirculated air mode off as soon as the windows begin misting up.
Climatronic (automatic air conditioning)
Description
The Climatronic system is a combination of an automatic heating,
fresh air and cooling system which provides optimal comfort for the
occupants of the car.
The Climatronic maintains a constant temperature fully automatically, once it has
been set. This is achieved by automatically varying the temperature of the
outflowing air, the blower stages and the air distribution. The system also takes into
account sunlight which eliminates the need to alter the settings manually. The
automatic mode page 81 ensures maximum wellbeing of the occupants at all
times of the year.
Description of Climatronic system
The cooling operates only if the following conditions are met:
engine running,
outside temperature above approx. +2 °C,
switched on.
The AC compressor is switched off at a high coolant temperature in order to provide
cooling at a high load of the engine.
Recommended setting for all periods of the year:
Set the desired temperature, we recommend 22 °C (72°F).
Press the button fig. 89.
Move the air outlet ve nts 3 and 4 so t hat the a ir f low is d ire cte d sl ight ly u pwa rds .
Switching over between degrees Celsius and degrees Fahrenheit
Press and hold the buttons and fig. 89 at the same time. The information in the desired temperature measuring unit appears in the display.
Note
We recommend you have a specialist garage clean the Climatronic once every
year.
Overview of the control elements
Fig. 89 Climatronic: Control elements
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Buttons/control dial
Setting the interior temperature
The displays
Display of selected inside temperature, e.g.: +22 °C (72 °F)
Degrees Celsius or Fahrenheit
Automatic air conditioning mode
De-mist or de-ice the windscreen
Air flow to the windscreen, head, upper body and feet
Recirculated air mode
Air conditioning system switched on
Set blower speed
Buttons/control dial
Setting the blower speed
Interior temperature sensor
Automatic mode
De-mist or de-ice the windscreen
Air flow to the windows
Air flow to head
Air flow in the footwell
Recirculated air mode
Air conditioning system switched on
Note
The interior temperature sensor is located in the bottom part of the device. Do
not glue or cover over the sensor, otherwise it could have an unfavourable effect on
the Climatronic.
Automatic mode
The automatic mode is used in order to maintain a constant temperature and to demist the windows in the interior of the car.
Switching automatic mode on
– Set a temperature between +18 °C (64 °F) and +29 °C (86 °F).
– Move the air outlet vents 3 and 4, so that the air flow is directed slightly
upwards.
– Press the button , AUTO appears in the display.
The automatic mode is switched off by pressing the button for the air distribution
or increasing or decreasing the blower speed. The temperature is nevertheless
regulated.
Defrosting windscreen
Defrosting windscreen - switching on
– Press the button page 80, fig. 89.
Defrosting windscreen - switching off
– Once again press the button or the button .
The temperature control is controlled automatically. More air flows out of the air
outlet vents 1 and 2.
Setting temperature
– You can set the desired interior te mperature after switching on the ignition with
the control dial .
You can set the interior temperature between +18 °C (64 °F) and +29 °C (86 °F). The
interior temperature is regulated automatically within this range. If you select the
temperature below +18 °C (64 °F), “LO” appears in the display. If you select the
temperature higher than +29 °C (86 °F), “HI” appears in the display. In both limit
positions the Climatronic operates at maximum cooling or heating capacity, respectively. The temperature is not controlled in this case.
Lengthy and uneven distribution of the air flow out of the vents (in particular at the
leg area) and large differences in temperature, for example when getting out of the
vehicle, can result in chills in sensitive persons.
Controlling blower
There are a total of seven blower stages available.
The Climatronic system controls the blower stages automatically in line with the
interior temperature. You can also, however, adapt the blower stages manually to
suit your particular needs.
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– Turn the control dial page 80, fig. 89 to the left (reduce blower speed) or
right (increase blower speed).
If you switch off the blower, the Climatronic is switched off.
WARNING
“Stale air” may result in fatigue in the driver and occupants, reduce attention
levels and also cause the windows to mist up. The risk of having an accident
increases.
Do not switch the Climatronic system off for longer than necessary.
Switch the Climatronic system on as soon as the windows mist up.
Recirculated air mode
In recirculated air mode air is sucked out of the interior of the vehicle
and then fed back into the interior.
Recirculated air mode prevents polluted air outside the vehicle from getting into the
vehicle, for example when driving through a tunnel or when standing in a traffic jam.
Switching recirculated air mode on
– Press the button page 80, fig. 89, appears in the display.
Switching recirculated air mode off
– Press button again, the symbol in the display goes out.
WARNING
You should not leave recirculated air mode on over a longer period of time, as
“stale” air may result in fatigue in the driver and occupants, divert your attention
and also cause the windows to mist up. The risk of having an accident increases.
Switch recirculated air mode off as soon as the windows begin misting up.
Note
If recirculation mode is switched on for around 15 minutes, the symbol will begin
to flash in the display as a sign that the recirculation mode is switched on long-term.
If the recirculation mode is not switch off, the symbol flashes for around 5
minutes.
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Setting steering wheel position
Fig. 90 Adjustable steering wheel: Lever below the steering column/Safe distance to steering
wheel
You can set the height and the forward/back position of the steering wheel to the
desired position.
– Adjust the driver seat page 55.
– Pull the lever below the steering wheel down fig. 90 - left .
– Set the steering wheel to the desired position (concerning height and
forward/back position).
– Then push the lever up against the steering column until it locks into place.
WARNING
You must not adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving!
The driver must maintain a distance of at least 25 cm to the steering wheel
fig. 90 - right. Not maintaining this minimum distance will mean that the
airbag system will not be able to properly protect you - hazard!
For safety reasons the lever must always be firmly pushed up to avoid the
steering wheel altering its position unintentionally when driving - risk of accident!
If you adjust the steering wheel further towards the head, you will reduce
the protection offered by the driver airbag in the event of an accident. Check
that the steering wheel is aligned to the chest.
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 firmly
in the 12 o'clock position or in another way (e.g. in the middle of the steering
wheel or at the inner steering wheel edge). In such cases, injuries to the arms,
the hands and the head can occur when the driver airbag is deployed.
Ignition lock
Petrol engines
- ignition switched off, engine off, the steering can be locked
- ignition switched on
- start engine
Diesel engines
- interruption of fuel supply, ignition switched off, engine off, the steering can
be locked
- heating glow plugs on, ignition switched on
You should not switch on any major electrical components during the heating
period otherwise the vehicle battery will be drained unnecessarily.
- start engine
WARNING (continued)
Fig. 91 Ignition lock positions
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Applies to all models:
Position
To lock the steering, with the ignition key withdrawn, turn the steering wheel until
the steering locking pin is heard to engage. You should always lock the steering as
a general rule if you leave your vehicle. This acts as a deterrent against possible
theft of your vehicle .
Position
Move the steering wheel back and forward a little if the ignition key cannot, or
cannot easily be turned into this position, in order to release the steering lock.
Position
The engine is started in this position. At the same time switched on low beam or
main beam or other electrical components with major power consumption are
briefly switched off. The ignition key moves back into position when one
releases the key.
The ignition key must be turned back into position each time before starting the
engine again. The starter repeat lock in the ignition lock prevents the starter being
engaged when the engine is running and thus getting damaged.
WARNING
When driving, the ignition key must always be in the position (ignition
switched on) without the engine running. This position is indicated by the
warning lights coming on. If this is not the case, it could result in unexpected
locking of the steering wheel - risk of accident!
Do not withdraw the ignition key from the lock until the car has come to a
stop. The steering lock can engage immediately - risk of accident!
Always withdraw the ignition key if you are going to leave the vehicle, even
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. power windows) - risk of injury!
Starting the engine
General
You can only start the engine only using an original ignition key.
Place the gearshift lever into neutral (or place the selector lever to the position
P or N in the case of an automatic gearbox) and put on the handbrake firmly before
starting the engine.
The clutch pedal should be fully depressed when starting the engine which
means that the starter only has to crank the engine.
Let go of the key as soon as the engine starts otherwise there may be damage
to the starter.
The engine running noises may louder at first be louder for a short time after
starting the cold engine until oil pressure can be built up in the hydraulic valve clearance compensation. This is quite normal and is not an operating problem.
If the engine does not start ...
You can use the battery of another vehicle as a jump-start aid page 178.
WARNING
Never run the engine in non ventilated or enclosed areas. The exhaust gases
of the engine contain besides the odorless and colourless carbon monoxide a
poisonous gas - hazard! Carbon monoxide can cause unconsciousness and
death.
Never leave your vehicle unattended with the engine running.
Caution
The starter may only be operated (ignition key position ), if the engine is not
running. If the starter is immediately operated after switching off the engine, the
starter or the engine can be damaged.
Avoid high engine revolutions, full throttle and high engine loads as long as the
engine has not yet reached its normal operating temperature - risk of damaging the
engine!
Do not leave the engine running when towing - risk of damaging the engine. In
vehicles with catalytic converters, there is a risk of unburnt fuel from getting into
the catalytic converter where it will ignite. This in turn would damage the catalytic
converter, and destroy it. You can use the battery of another vehicle as a jump-start
aid, page 178, “Jump-starting”.
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For the sake of the environment
Never warm up the engine when the vehicle is standing. Drive off right away. When
driving the engine reaches its operating temperature more rapidly and the pollutant
emissions are lower.
Petrol engines
These engines are fitted with a starter system which selects the correct fuel-air
mixture for every external air temperature.
Do not operate accelerator before and when starting engine.
Interrupt the attempt at starting after 10 seconds if the engine does not start
right awayand wait for about 30 seconds before repeating the attempt.
It is possible that the fuse on the electrical fuel pump is defect if the engine still
does not start. Check the fuse and replace it if necessary page 182.
If the engine does not start, contact the nearest specialist garage to obtain
professional assistance.
It may be necessary, if the engine is very hot, to slightly depress the accelerator
after the engine has started.
Diesel engines
Glow plug system
Diesel engines are equipped with a glow plug system, the preglow period being
controlled automatically in line with the coolant temperature and outside temperature.
The preglow indicator light
comes on after the ignition has been switched on.
You should not switch on any major electrical components during the heating
period otherwise the vehicle battery will be drained unnecessarily.
You should start the engine immediately after the glow plug warning light
has gone out.
The glow plug warning light will come on for about one second if the engine is
at a normal operating temperature or if the outside temperature is above +5 °C. This
means that you can start the engine right away.
Interrupt the attempt at starting after 10 seconds if the engine does not start
right awayand wait for about 30 seconds before repeating the attempt.
It is possible that the fuse on the diesel preglow system is defect if the engine
still does not start. Check the fuse and replace it if necessary page 182.
Contact the nearest specialist garage to obtain professional assistance.
Starting the engine after fuel tank has run dry
It may take longer than normal to start the engine after refuelling if the fuel tank
has run completely dry - up to one minute. This is because the fuel system must first
of all be filled while the attempting to start the engine.
Switching off the engine
– The engine can be switched off by turning the ignition key into position
page 83, fig. 91.
WARNING
Never switch off the engine before the vehicle is stationary - risk of accident!
The brake booster only operates when the engine is running. Greater phys-
ical effort for braking is required when engine is switched off. Because if you do
not stop as normal, this can cause an accident and severe injuries.
Caution
you should not switch the engine off right away at the end of your journey after the
engine has been operated for a lengthy period at high loads but should be allowed
it to run at idling speed for about 2 minutes. This prevents any accumulation of heat
when the engine is switched off.
Note
The radiator fan may continue running for a further 10 minutes or so after the
engine and the ignition have been switched off. The coolant fan may, however, also
switch on again after some time if the coolant temperature rises because of an
ac cumu lati on of heat in th e eng ine or if the engine is warm and the engine compartment is additionally heated by strong sunlight.
This is why particular care is required when carrying out any work in the engine
compartment page 154, “Working in the engine compartment”.
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Shifting (manual gearbox)
Shift into reverse only when the car is stationary. Depress the clutch pedal and hold
it fully depressed. Wait a moment before engaging reverse gear in order to avoid
any shift noises.
The reversing lights will come on once reverse gear is engaged, provided the ignition is on.
WARNING
Never engage the reverse gear when driving - risk of accident!
Note
One should not lay the hand on the shift lever while driving the vehicle. The
pressure of the hand will be transferred to the gearshift forks in the gearbox. This
can, over a period of time, lead to early wear of the gearshift forks.
Depress the clutch pedal fully when changing gears, in order to avoid unneces-
sary wear and damage.
Handbrake
Applying the handbrake
– Pull the handbrake lever up fully.
Releasing the handbrake
– Pull the handbrake lever up slightly and at the same time press in the locking
button fig. 93.
– Hold the button pressed and push the handbrake lever down fully .
The handbrake warning light
lights up when the handbrake is applied, provided
the ignition is on.
A warning signal sounds and the following text appears in the display if you have
inadvertently driven off with the handbrake applied:
Release parking brake!
The handbrake warning is activated if you drive at a speed of more than 6 km/h for
more than 3 seconds.
WARNING
Please note that the handbrake must be fully released. A handbrake which
is only partially released can result in the rear brakes overheating which will
have a negative effect on the operation of the brake system - risk of accident! In
addition this can result in premature wear of the rear brake pads.
Never leave children unattended in the vehicle. The children might, for
example, release the handbrake or take the vehicle out of gear. The vehicle
might then move off - risk of accident!
Fig. 92 Shift pattern on models fitted
with 5-speed manual gearbox
Fig. 93 Centre console: Handbrake
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Caution
After the car has come to a stop, always first of all apply the handbrake firmly before
then additionally engaging a gear (manual gearbox) or moving the selector lever
into position P (automatic gearbox).
Parking aid
The parking aid provides a warning of obstacles behind the vehicle.
The audible parking aid determines the distance between the rear bumper and an
obstacle located behind the vehicle with the aid of ultrasound sensors. The sensors
are integrated in the rear bumper.
Range of sensors
The clearance warning begins at a distance of about 160 cm from the obstacle (area
fig. 94). The interval between the warning signals becomes shorter as the
clearance is reduced.
A continuous tone sounds from a distance of approx. 30 cm (area ) - danger area.
You should not reverse any further after this signal sounds! If the vehicle is
equipped with a factory-fitted towing device, the indication threshold of the danger
area starts - continuous tone - 5 cm further behind the vehicle. The vehicle can be
extended through an installed detachable towing device.
In some radio navigation systems and car radios, the distance to the obstacle can
be shown graphically in the display. On vehicles with a factory-fitted towing device,
the rear sensors are deactivated when towing a trailer. The driver is informed about
this by a graphic display (vehicle towing a trailer) in the radio or the navigation radio
system display. In some factory fitted radios or radio navigation systems, you can
configure the system to reduce the playback volume when the parking aid is active,
see the owner's manual for the radio or radio navigation system. This makes it
easier to hear the parking aid.
Activating
The parking aid is activated automatically when reverse gear is engaged and the
ignition is turned on. This is confirmed by a brief acoustic signal.
Deactivating
The parking aid is deactivated by disengaging the reverse gear or by switching the
ignition off.
WARNING
The parking aid is not a substitute for the driver paying proper attention and
it is always the driver's responsibility to take care when parking the vehicle or
carrying out similar manoeuvres.
You should therefore satis fy yourself, before reversing, that there is no small
obstacle, such as a rock, thin post, trailer drawbar etc., behind your vehicle. Such
an obstacle might not be within the range detected by the sensors.
Under certain circumstances, surfaces of certain objects and types of
clothing cannot reflect the signal of the parking aid. Thus, these objects or
people who wear such clothing are not recognised by the sensors of the parking
aid.
Note
The parking aid does not operate if you are towing a trailer (applies to models
which feature a factory-fitted towing device).
A system fault is indicated if a warning signal sounds for about 5 seconds after
switching the ignition on and engaging reverse gear and there is no obstacle close
to your vehicle. It is possible that the audible warning does not function correctly
(an obstacle behind the vehicle may not be detected - take extra care). Have the
fault rectified by a specialist workshop.
If the audible warning sounds for 3 seconds after switching the ignition on and
engaging the reverse gear, a fault has occured in the system. It is possible that the
audible warning does not function correctly (an obstacle behind the vehicle may not
be detected - take extra care). Have the fault rectified by a specialist workshop.
The sensors must be kept clean and free of ice to enable the parking aid to
operate properly.
If the parking aid is activated and the selector lever of the automatic gearbox is
in the position , warning signal indicates interruption (vehicle can no longer
move).
Fig. 94 Parking aid: Range of sensors
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Cruise control system (CCS)
Introduction
The cruise control system (CCS) maintains a constant speed, more than 30 km/h (20
mph), once it has been set, without you having to depress the accelerator pedal.
This is only possible within the range which is permitted by the power output and
braking power of the engine. The cruise control system makes it possible - particularly on long journeys - for you to rest your “accelerator foot”.
WARNING
For safety reasons, the cruise control system must not be used in dense
traffic or on unfavourable road surfaces (such as icy roads, slippery roads, loose
gravel) - risk of accident!
In order to prevent unintentional use of the cruise control system, always
switch off the system after use.
Note
Models fitted with a manual gearbox: Always depress the clutch pedal if you
switch on the cruise control system when the gearbox is in Neutral! Otherwise the
engine can rev up unintentionally.
The cruise control system is not able to maintain a constant speed when driving
on steep downhill sections. The weight of the vehicle increases the speed at which
it travels. One should shift down in good time to a lower gear or slow the vehicle
down by applying the foot brake.
It is not possible on vehicles fitted with an automatic gearbox to switch on the
cruise control system if the selector lever is in the position P, N or R.
Storing a speed
The cruise control system is operated by means of the switch and the rocker
button in the left lever of the multi-functional switch.
– Press the switch fig. 95 into the position ON.
– After the desired speed has been reached, press the rocker button into the
SET- position - the current speed is stored.
After you have released the rocker button out of the position SET-, the speed
you have just stored is maintained at a constant speed without having to depress
the accelerator.
You can increase the speed by depressing the accelerator. Releasing the accelerator will cause the speed to drop again to the set speed.
This does not apply, however, if you drive at a speed which is more than 10 km/h
higher than the saved speed for a period of more than 5 minutes. The stored speed
will be cancelled in the memory. You then have to re-store the desired speed.
One can reduce the speed in the usual manner. The system is switched off temporarily by actuating the brake or clutch pedal page 89.
WARNING
First ensure that it is not too high for the traffic conditions which exist at that
moment before resuming the stored speed.
Fig. 95 Operating lever: Rocker button
and switch of the cruise control system
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Changing a stored speed
You can also change the speed of the vehicle without depressing the
accelerator.
Faster
–You can increase the stored speed without depressing the accelerator, by
pressing the rocker button page 88, fig. 95 into the RES+ position.
– The speed of the car will increase continuously if you hold the rocker button
pressed in the RES+ position. Once the car has reached the desired speed,
release the rocker button. The set speed is then stored in the memory.
Slower
–You can decrease the stored speed by pressing the rocker button in the SET-
position.
– Holding down the pushbutton pressed in the SET- position will cause the speed
of the vehicle to reduce continuously. Once the car has reached the desired
speed, release the rocker button. The set speed is then stored in the memory.
– If you release the rocker button when the car is travelling at a speed of less than
30 km/h, the speed is not stored, the memory is erased. It is then necessary to
again store the speed with the rocker button in the position SET- after an
increase in speed of the vehicle to more than 30 km/hour.
Switching off the cruise control system temporarily
–You can switch off the cruise control system temporarily by depressing the
brake pedal or clutch pedal, on vehicles fitted with an automatic gearbox only
with the brake pedal.
– You can switch off temporarily the cruise control system, if you press the switch
in the middle position.
The set speed remains stored in the memory.
The Resumption of the stored speed is achieved by releasing the brake or clutch
pedal, on vehicles fitted with automatic gearbox only after releasing the brake
pedal and after shortly pressing the rocker button page 88, fig. 95 into the
position RES+.
WARNING
First ensure that it is not too high for the traffic conditions which exist at that
moment before resuming the stored speed.
Switching off the cruise control system completely
– Press the switch page 88, fig. 95 to the right into position OFF.
“START-STOP”
The “START-STOP” system helps you to save fuel while at the same time reducing
exhaust pollutants and CO
2
emissions.
The system is automatically activated each time the ignition is switched on.
The system switches the engine off automatically when the vehicle comes to a
standstill, such as while waiting at a traffic light.
Information regarding the current state of the “START-STOP” system is indicated in
the display of the instrument cluster.
Automatic engine shut down (stop phase)
– Bring the vehicle to a stop (apply the handbrake, if necessary).
– Take the vehicle out of gear.
– Release the clutch pedal.
Automatic engine start (start phase)
– Depress the clutch pedal.
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Fig. 96 Centre console: Button for the
START-STOP system
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Activating and deactivating the “START-STOP” system
You can deactivate and reactivate the “START-STOP” system by pressing the
button page 89, fig. 96.
If the system is deactivated, the warning light lights up in the button.
If the vehicle is in the stop phase when pressing the button, the engine starts
immediately.
The START-STOP system involves complicated switching conditions, some of
them cannot be correctly determined without servicing. The general conditions
for the proper functioning of the START-STOP system are listed in the following
overview.
Conditions for the automatic engine shut down (stop phase)
Conditions that enable an automatic engine start (start phase)
Conditions that enable an automatic engine start without driver intervention
Messages in the instrument cluster (valid for vehicles without information
display)
WARNING
If the engine is switched off, neither the brake booster nor the electrohy-
draulic power steering operates.
Never let the vehicle roll with the engine switched off.
Gearshift lever in the neutral position
Clutch pedal not depressed
The driver has fastened the seat belt
The driver's door is closed
The bonnet is closed
The vehicle is stationary
The factory-fitted towing device is not electrically connected to a trailer
The engine operating temperature is reached
The charge state of the vehicle battery is sufficient
Slope angle/gradient of the vehicle must not be too great
Engine speed is lower than 1200 rpm
The temperature inside the vehicle battery is not too low or too high
The pressure in the brake system is sufficient
The difference between set and actual temperature in the interior is not too great
The vehicle has exceeded the speed of 3 km/h since the last automatic start
No cleaning cycle is active in the diesel particle filter page 31
The front wheels are not turned excessively (the steering angle is less than 3/4 of
a steering wheel revolution)
The clutch pedal is pressed
The temperature setting is changed to min./max.
Defrosting windscreen is switched on
High blower speed is set
Button for the START-STOP system is pressed
The vehicle moves at a speed of more than 3 km/h
The difference between the set and the actual temperature in the interior is too
great
The battery voltage is too low
The pressure in the brake system is not sufficient
ERROR START STOP
Error in the START-STOP system
START STOP NOT POSSIBLE
Automatic engine shut down is not possible
START STOP ACTIVE
Automatic engine shut down (stop
phase)
SWITCH OFF IGNITION
Switch off the ignition
START MANUALLY
Start the engine manually
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Caution
If the “START-STOP” system is used at very high outside temperatures over a longer
period of time, the vehicle battery can be damaged.
Note
A change in ambient temperature can affect the temperature inside the battery
with several hours delay. For example, if the vehicle is standing outside for a long
period of time at a temperature below freezing or is in direct sunlight, it may take
several hours until the temperature inside the battery reaches the appropriate
temperature for the START-STOP system.
In some cases, it is necessary to manually start the engine using the key (for
example, if the driver's seat belt is not fastened or if the driver door is open for a
period of more than 30 seconds during the stop phase). Pay attention to the relevant messages in the instrument cluster.
If the Climatronic is switched into the automatic mode, this may in certain
circumstances prevent the automatic engine shut down.
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Automatic gearbox
Information for driving with the 6-speed automatic gearbox
The maximum speed is reached in the 5th gear. The 6th gear serves as an economic
driving programme, which is intended to reduce the fuel consumption. Shifting up
and down through the gears is performed automatically. You can also, however,
switch the gearbox over into the Tiptronic mode. This mode makes it possible for
you to also shift gears manually page 95.
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– Depress the brake pedal fully and keep it depressed.
– Press the Shiftlock button (button in handle of the selector lever), move the
selector lever into the desired position, e.g. D page 93, and then release the
Shiftlock button.
– Wait a moment until the gearbox has shifted (a slight engagement nudge can be
felt).
– Release the brake pedal and depress the accelerator .
Stop
– The selector lever position N does not have to be selected when stopping just
for a short time, such as at a cross roads. It is sufficient to hold the vehicle
st ati ona ry us ing the foo t br ake . The eng ine can , ho wev er, be all owed jus t to idl e.
Parking
– Depress the brake pedal and hold it depressed.
– Apply the handbrake firmly.
– Press and Shiftlock button in the selector lever, move the selector lever to P and
then release the Shiftlock button.
The engine can only be started when the selector lever is in position P or N. The
following message is shown in the information display if the selector lever is not in
the position P or N, when locking the steering, switching the ignition on/off or when
starting the engine: Move selector lever to position P/N! or in the instrument
cluster display P/N.
It is sufficient to engage selector lever position P when parking on a flat surface.
When parking on a slope you should first apply the handbrake firmly and then move
the selector lever into position P. This is to ensure that there is no excessive pressure acting on the lock mechanism and that it is easier to subsequently move the
selector lever out of position P. If the selector lever is not in position P when
opening the driver's door and when the ignition is switched off, or when it is not in
position P when switching off the ignition when the door is open, the following
message appears in the information display Move selector lever to position P! or in
the instrument cluster display
P. The message disappears after a few seconds
by switching on the ignition or by moving the selector lever into the position P.
If the selector lever position N is selected by accident while driving it is first neces-
sary to release pressure on the accelerator pedal and wait for idling speed of the
engine to be reached before engaging a drive position in the selector lever.
WARNING
Do not depress the accelerator when changing the position of the selector
lever if the car is stationary and the engine is running - risk of accident!
Never move the selector lever into position R or P when driving - risk of an
accident!
When the engine is running and the vehicle is stationary, it is necessary to
hold the car with the brake pedal in all the positions of the selector lever (except
P and N) since the power transmission is never completely interrupted, also not
when the engine is idling - the vehicle creeps.
Information for driving with the automatic gearbox DSG
The abbreviation DSG means Direct shift gearbox (Direct shift
gearbox).
Two independent clutches are needed for the power transmission between the
engine and the gearbox. These replace the torque converter of the conventional
automatic gearbox. Their shifting is matched in such a way that there are no jerks
when shifting the gear and the power transmission of the engine to the front
wheels is not interrupted. Shifting up and down through the gears is performed
automatically. You can also, however, switch the gearbox over into the Tiptronic
mode. This mode makes it possible for you to also shift gears manually page 95.
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– Depress the brake pedal fully and keep it depressed.
– Press the Shiftlock button (button in handle of the selector lever), move the
selector lever into the desired position, e.g. in D, and then release the Shiftlock
button.
– Release the brake pedal and depress the accelerator .
Stop
– The selector lever position N does not have to be selected when stopping just
for a short time, such as at a cross roads. It is absolutely sufficient to hold the
stopped vehicle stationary by depressing the foot brake. The engine can,
however, be allowed just to idle.
Parking
– Depress the brake pedal and hold it depressed.
– Apply the handbrake firmly.
– Press and Shiftlock button in the selector lever, move the selector lever to P and
then release the Shiftlock button.
The engine can only be started when the selector lever is in position P or N. The
following message is shown in the information display if the selector lever is not in
the position P or N, when locking the steering, switching the ignition on/off or when
starting the engine: Move selector lever to position P/N! or in the instrument
cluster display
P/N. At temperatures below -10 °C the engine can only be started
in the selector lever position P.
It is sufficient to engage selector lever position P when parking on a flat surface.
When parking on a slope you should first apply the handbrake firmly and then move
the selector lever into position P. This is to ensure that there is no excessive pressure acting on the lock mechanism and that it is easier to subsequently move the
selector lever out of position P. If the selector lever is not in position P when
opening the driver's toor and when the ignition is switched off, or when it is not in
position P when switching off the ignition when the door is open, the following
message appears in the information display Move selector lever to position P! or in
the instrument cluster display
P. The message disappears after a few seconds
by switching on the ignition or by moving the selector lever into the position P.
If the selector lever position N is selected by accident while driving it is first neces-
sary to release pressure on the accelerator pedal and wait for idling speed of the
engine to be reached before engaging a drive position in the selector lever.
WARNING
Do not depress the accelerator when changing the position of the selector
lever if the car is stationary and the engine is running - risk of accident!
Never move the selector lever into position R or P when driving - risk of an
accident!
If you are stopping at a hill (downhill section), never try to hold the car
stationary with the gear engaged by means of the “accelerator”, this means by
letting the clutch slip. This can lead to overheating of the clutch. If there were a
risk of overheating of the clutch due to an overload, the clutch would open automatically and the vehicle would move backwards - danger of accident!
If you must stop at a slope, depress and hold the brake pedal, so that you can
prevent the vehicle from rolling back.
Caution
The double clutch on the automatic gearbox DSG is equipped with an overload
protection. If you make use of the uphill function on a vehicle which is stationary or
driving slowly uphill, it will result in an increase of thermal stress of the clutches.
In the event that they overheat, the warning light and a warning text appears
in the information display page 23. In such a case bring the vehicle to a stop,
switch off the engine and wait until the warning light and the warning go out - risk
of gearbox damage! You can continue the trip as soon as the warning light and the
warning go out.
Selector lever positions
Fig. 97 Selector lever/information display: Selector lever positions
The selector lever position you have engaged is shown in the information display of
the instrument cluster with the corresponding gear symbol highlighted fig. 97 on
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the right. In the positions D and S the gear you have already engaged will be additionally displayed on the display.
- Parklock
The driven wheels are locked mechanically in this position.
The Parklock must only be engaged when the vehicle is stationary .
If you wish to move the selector lever into or out of this position, you must press the
Shiftlock button in the handle of the selector lever and at the same time depress
the brake pedal.
- Reverse gear
Reverse gear must only be engaged when the vehicle is stationary and the engine
idling .
The brake pedal must be depressed and at the same time the Shiftlock must be
pressed, if you wish to obtain the selector lever positions R, P or N.
When the ignition is switched on and the selector lever is in position R, the reverse
lights will come on.
- Neutral
The transmission is in Neutral in this position.
The brake pedal must be depressed (if the lever is in its position for longer than 2
seconds) in order to move the selector lever out of the position N into the position
D, with the ignition switched on, on a vehicle travelling at less than 5 km/hour or on
a stationary vehicle.
- Position for driving forward
When the selector lever is in this position, the forward gears are shifted up and
down automatically in line with engine load, vehicle speed and the dynamic shift
programme.
You must depress the brake pedal if you wish to move into position D from N when
the vehicle is travelling at less than 5 km/hour or is stationary .
In certain circumstances (e.g. when driving in mountainous regions or when towing
a trailer) it may be beneficial to select the manual shift programme page 95 for a
short time in order to adapt the gearbox ratios manually to the driving situations.
- Position for sporty style of driving
Shifting up later into a higher gear makes it possible to fully exploit the power
potential of the engine. The gearbox also then shifts down at higher engine speeds
as in the position D.
The gearbox does not shift into the 6th gear in the position S, because the
maximum speed is reached with the 5th gear
6)
.
The Shiftlock on the selector lever grip must be pressed when moving the selector
lever out of the position D into the position S.
WARNING
Never move the selector lever into position R or P when driving - risk of an
accident!
When the engine is running and the vehicle is stationary, it is necessary to
hold the car with the brake pedal in all the positions of the selector lever (except
P and N) since the power transmission is never completely interrupted, also not
when the engine is idling - the vehicle creeps.
You must on no account unintentionally operate the throttle (e.g. by hand
from the engine compartment) if a drive position is engaged when the car is
stationary. The vehicle would otherwise immediately start off - also when the
handbrake is firmly applied - risk of an accident!
You must move the selector lever into position P and firmly apply the hand-
brake first before you or any other person opens the bonnet and starts working
on the engine when it is running - risk of accident! It is also essential to observe
all warnings page 154, “Working in the engine compartment”.
Selector lever lock
Automatic selector lever lock
With the ignition on, the selector lever is locked when it is in the positions P and N.
You must first of all depress the brake pedal in order to move the selector lever out
of this position. The warning light
page 29 lights up in the instrument cluster
as a reminder for the driver when the selector lever is in the positions P and N.
A time delay element ensures that the selector lever is not blocked when rapidly
switching over the position N (e.g. from R to D). This does, for example, allow one to
seesaw out a stuck vehicle. The selector lever lock will click into place if the lever is
in the N position for more than 2 seconds without the brake pedal being pressed.
The selector lever lock is only active if the vehicle is stationary or moving at speed
of less than 5 km/hour. The lock is switched off automatically into position N when
the car is travelling at a higher speed.
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Shiftlock button
The Shiftlock button in the handle of selector lever prevents certain selector lever
positions being engaged inadvertently. The selector lever lock is cancelled when
you press the Shiftlock button.
Keylock - Ignition key withdrawal lock
You can only withdraw the ignition key after switching off the ignition if the selecto r
lever is in position P. If the ignition key is withdrawn, the selector lever is blocked in
position P.
Kickdown function
The kickdown function provides you with maximum acceleration
power.
Fully depressing the accelerator pedal allows the kickdown function to be activated
in the desired driving program. This function has precedence over the driving
programme and serves for maximum acceleration of the vehicle when exploiting
the maximum power potential of the engine without taking into account the
current selector lever position (D, S or Tiptronic). The gearbox shifts down to one or
several gears in line with the driving state and the vehicle accelerates. The gearbox
does not shift up into the highest gear until the engine has reached its maximum
revolutions for this gear range.
WARNING
Please note that using the kickdown function can result in the driven wheels
spinning on a smooth or slippery road surface - risk of skidding!
Dynamic shift programme
The automatic gearbox of your vehicle is controlled electronically. Shifting up and
down through the gears is performed automatically on the basis of pre-defined
driving programmes.
Adopting a moderate style of driving will cause the gearbox to select the most
economical driving programme. Shifting up into a higher gear as soon as possible
and shifting down as late as possible will have a favourable effect on your fuel
consumption.
Adopting a sporty style of driving with rapid movements of the accelerator pedal
combined with sharp acceleration and frequent changes in speed, exploiting the
top speed of the car or depressing the accelerator pedal (kickdown function), will
cause the gearbox to switch over to this style of driving and shift down earlier with
frequent changes in gears in comparison to the moderate style of driving.
Selecting the most appropriate driving programme for the particular style of driving
is a continuous process. Irrespective of this it is, however, possible to switch or shift
down into a dynamic shift programme by depressing the accelerator rapidly. The
gearbox shifts down into a lower gear matching the speed of the car and this allows
you to accelerate rapidly (e.g. when overtaking) without having to depress the
accelerator pedal fully into the kickdown range. The original programme will be
reactivated to match your particular style of driving once the gearbox has shifted up
again.
When driving in hilly regions, the gears are selected to match uphill and downhill
sections. This avoids the gearbox frequently shifting up and down when negotiating an uphill stretch. When driving downhill, it is possible to shift down into the
Tiptronic position, in order to exploit the engine brake torque.
Tiptronic
The Tiptronic allows the driver to also shift gears manually.
Fig. 98 Selector lever: manual shifting/large information display: Manual shifting of gears
The selector lever position you have engaged is indicated in the information display
of the instrument cluster together with the engaged gear fig. 98 on the right.
Switching over to manual shifting
– Push the selector lever to the right out of position D. After switching over, the
current engaged gear is indicated in the display.
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Shifting up gears
– One-touch forward of the selector lever (in the Tiptronic position) page 95,
fig. 98 .
Shifting down gears
– One-touch back of the selector lever (in the Tiptronic position) .
It is p os sib le to s wit ch ove r to ma nua l b oth whe n t he c ar i s s tat io nar y an d a lso whe n
driving.
When you accelerate, the gearbox shifts up automatically into the higher gear just
before the maximum permissible engine speed is reached.
If you select a lower gear, the automatic gearbox does not shift down until there is
no risk of the engine overrevving.
If you operate the kickdown function, the gearbox shifts into a lower gear in line
with the vehicle speed and engine speed.
Emergency programme
An emergency programme exists in the event of a fault in the
system.
The gearbox operates in a corresponding emergency programme if there are functional faults in the gearbox electronics. This is indicated by all of the segments in
the display lighting up or going out.
A functional fault can have the following effect:
The gearbox only shifts into certain gears.
The reverse gear R cannot be used.
The manual shift programme (Tiptronic) is switched off in the emergency mode.
If the gearbox has switched over to emergency mode, drive to the nearest
specialist garage in order to have the fault rectified.
Selector lever-emergency unlocking
In case of interruption of the power supply (e.g. flat vehicle battery, defective fuse)
or defect of the selector lever lock, the selector lever can no longer be shifted from
the position P in the normal way and the vehicle can no longer be moved. The
selector lever must be unlocked in case of emergency.
– Apply the handbrake firmly.
– Carefully pull up the front left and right cover.
– Pull up rear cover.
– Use the finger to press the yellow plastic part downwards fig. 99.
– Simultaneously press the shiftlock button in the handle of the selector lever and
shift the lever into the position N (if the selector lever is shifted again into the
position P, it is once again blocked).
A+A
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Fig. 99 Selector lever-emergency
unlocking
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Multifunction steering wheel
Operate radio und radio navigation system on the multifunction steering wheel
The buttons for setting the basic functions of the factory-fitted radio and navigation system are located on the multifunction steering wheel fig. 100.
You can of course continue to operate the radio and radio navigation from the unit.
You will find a description in the relevant Owner's manual.
If the side lights are switched on, the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel
are also illuminated except the symbols
and .
By pressing or turning the buttons, you can carry out the following functions.
Fig. 100 Multifunction steering wheel:
control buttons
Button Action Radio, traffic information CD/MP3/Navigation
press briefly
a)
Switch off/on tone
press for a long
period of time
a)
Swich the unit on/off
turn upwards
Increase volume
turn down-
wards
Decrease volume
press briefly
Changing to the next stored radio station
Changing to the next stored traffic information
Interrupting the traffic report
Changing to the next title
press button for
a long time
Interruption of the traffic report Fast forward
press briefly
Changing to the previously stored radio station
Changing to the previously stored traffic information
Interrupting the traffic report
Changing to the previous title
press button for
a long time
Interruption of the traffic report Fast rewind
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The buttons apply for the respective operating mode of the current radio or radio
navigation system.
Note
The loudspeakers in the vehicle are matched to a power output of the radio and
radio navigation system of 4x 20 W.
Mobile phones and two-way radio systems
The installation of a mobile phone and two-way radio system in a vehicle should be
carried out by a specialist garage.
Škoda Auto permits the operation of mobile phones and two-way radio systems
with a professionally installed external aerial and a maximum transmission power
of up to 10 watts.
It is essential that you inform a specialist garage about the possibilites to assemble
and operate mobile phones and two-way radio sets which have a power output of
more than 10 W. They will inform you which technical possibilities exist for retrofitting mobile phones.
When using a mobile phone inside the vehicle, which is not inserted into the phone
adapter, and thus has no connection to the external aerial, the electromagnetic
radiation can exceed the current limit value. If a suitable adapter is available for your
mobile phone, use your mobile phone exclusively in the adapter so that the radiation in the vehicle drops to a minimum. This also improves the quality of the connection.
Operation of mobile phones or two-way radio systems may interfere with functioning of the electronic systems of your vehicle. The reasons for this may be:
no external aerial,
external aerial incorrectly installed,
transmission power greater than 10 watts.
WARNING
If a mobile phone or a two-way radio system is operated in the vehicle
without using a external aerial or an external aerial which has been incorrectly
installed, this can increase the strength of the electromagnetic field in the interior of the vehicle.
Please concentrate fully at all times on your driving!
You must not install two-way radio systems, mobile phones or mounts on
the covers of the airbags or within the immediate deployment range of airbags.
This might result in injuries to the occupants in the event of an accident.
Never leave a mobile phone on a seat, on the dash panel or in another area,
from which it can be thrown during a sudden braking manoeuvre, an accident or
a collision. In this case, the occupants of the vehicle might be injured.
Note
Observe the country-specific regulations for the use of mobile phones in vehicles.
Universal telephone preinstallation GSM II
Introduction
The universal telephone preinstallation GSM II is a built-in “hands-free system”, it
provides a voice operated convenience mode via the multifunction steering wheel
or the radio navigation system.
All communication between a telephone and the hands-free system of your vehicle
can only be established with the help of the Bluetooth
®
technology. The adapter
serves only for charging the telephone and for transmitting the signal to the
external aerial of the vehicle.
To ensure an optimum signal transmission, always leave the telephone with the
adapter in the telephone cradle.
Furthermore the volume can be changed individually during the call at any time with
the button for setting the radio or radio navigation system or with the buttons on
the multifunction steering wheel.
WARNING
Pay attention primarily to the traffic situation! As the driver you are fully responsible for road safety. Use the telephone system only to such an extent, so that
you are in full control of your vehicle at any time.
a)
On vehicles which are equipped with the universal telephone preinstallation GSM II, pressing the button only allows to operate the telephone.
A
1
WARNING (continued)
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Note
Please refer to the following guidelines page 98, “Mobile phones and two-
way radio systems”.
Should you have any questions, please contact an authorised Škoda Service
Partner.
Phone Phonebook
A phone phonebook is part of the mobile phone preinstallation with voice control.
In the phone phonebook there are 2 500 free memory locations available. Each
contact can contain up to 4 numbers. This phone phonebook can be used in line
with the mobile telephone.
After the first connection of the telephone, the system begins to load the phone
book from the phone and the SIM card into the memory of the control unit.
Each time the telephone has established a new connection with the hands-free
system, an update of the relevant phone book is performed. The updating can take
a few minutes. During this time the phone book, which was stored after the last
update was completed, is available. Newly stored telephone numbers are only
shown after the updating has ended.
If the number of contacts loaded exceeds 2 500, the phone book is not complete.
If a telephone event (e.g. incoming or outgoing call, dialogue of the voice control)
occurs during the updating procedure, the updating is interrupted. After the telephone event has ended, the updating starts anew.
Connection of the mobile phone with the hands-free system
In order to connect a mobile phone with the hands-free system, it is necessary to
connect the telephone to the hands-free system. Detailed information on this is
provided in the operating instructions of your mobile phone. The following steps
must be carried out for the connection:
– Activate the Bluetooth
®
in your telephone and the visibility of the mobile phone.
– Switch on the ignition.
– In the information display, choose the menu Phone - Phone search and wait
until the control unit has ended the search.
– Select your mobile phone in the menu of the units found.
– Confirm the PIN (as standard 1234).
– If the hands-free system announces (as standard Skoda_BT) on the display of
the mobile phone, enter the PIN (as standard 1234) within 30 seconds and wait
until the connection is established
7)
.
– After ending the connection, confirm in the information display that a new user
profile was created.
If no more free space is available for creating a new user profile, delete an existing
user profile.
If you have not managed to connect your mobile phone with the hands-free system
within 3 minutes after switching on the ignition, switch the ignition off and then
again on. The visibility of the hands-free system is established again for 3 minutes.
The visibility of the Bluetooth
®
device is automatically switched off if the vehicle
starts off or if the mobile phone connects to the device.
During the connecting procedure, no other mobile phone may be connected with
the hands-free system.
Up to four mobile phones can be paired to the hands-free system, whereby only one
mobile phone can communicate with the hands-free system.
Connection with an already paired mobile phone
After switching on the ignition, the connection is automatically established for the
already paired mobile phone
7)
. Check on the mobile unit if the automatic connecti on
was established.
Disconnecting the connection
By withdrawing the ignition key.
By disconnecting the device in the information display.
By disconnecting the device in the mobile phone.
Solving connection problems
If the system reports No paired phone found , check the operating state of the
phone:
Is the telephone switched on?
Is the PIN code entered?
Is Bluetooth
®
active?
Is the visibility of the mobile phone active?
Was the telephone already paired with the hands-free system?
7)
Some mobile phones have a menu, in which the authorization for establishing a Bluetooth
®
connection is performed via the input of a code. If the input for the authorization is necessary,
it must always be performed when re-establishing the Bluetooth connection.
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