Skoda 2011 Praktik,2011 Roomster Owner's Manual
ŠKODA Roomster
ŠKODA Praktik
OWNER'S MANUAL
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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Introduction2
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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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
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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
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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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