Skoda Citigo 2017 User Manual
OWNER´S MANUAL
Vehicle and Infotainment
ŠKODA CITIGO
1ST012720AN
Frequently Asked Questions
Before starting off
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How is the seat adjusted? » page 50
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How is the steering wheel adjusted? » page 9
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How are the door mirrors adjusted? » page 49
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How is the light function operated? » page 43
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How does the automatic transmission selection lever work? » page 94
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How do you top up fuel? » page 111
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How are the wipers and washers operated? » page 48
Emergencies
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An unknown indicator lights up or flashes. What does that mean?
» page 25
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Where is the warning triangle in the vehicle? » page 125
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How do you open the bonnet? » page 115
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How do you jump start? » page 132
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Where is the vehicle tool kit in the vehicle? » page 125
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How do you change a wheel? » page 126
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How do you change a fuse? » page 136
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How do you change a bulb? » page 139
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What is the procedure for towing the vehicle? » page 132
Useful tips
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How is the time set? » page 31
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When is the vehicle inspection due? » page 35
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Which functions are operated with the buttons/dials on the steering
wheel? » page 71
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How is the vehicle information system operated? » page 33
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How is the engine oil topped up? » page 117
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How is the washer fluid topped up? » page 116
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Where are the correct tyre pressure values listed in the vehicle?
» page 122
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Where is the electronic version of the Owner's Manual available?
» page 6
Interesting features
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How does the START-STOP system work? » page 90
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How do you use the parking aid? » page 98
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How is the cruise control system used? » page 99
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How does the City Safe Drive system work? » page 100
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How does the tyre pressure monitor work? » page 102
Radio and communications
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Which functions are available on the radio and how are they controlled?
» page 70
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How are preferred stations stored in the radio? » page 78
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How is a phone paired with the radio for making calls in the vehicle?
» page 83
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How is media played back? » page 79
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How do I use ŠKODA Move & Fun? » page 88
1ST012720AN
Table of Contents
materials defect liability and ŠKODA warranty
for new cars 4
About the Owner's Manual
Introductory information 6
General 6
Printed Owner's Manual 6
Electronic version of the Owner's Manual 6
Explanations and further information 7
Safety
Passive Safety 8
General information
Correct and safe seat position
Seat belts
Using seat belts
Inertia reels and belt tensioners 12
Airbag system
Description of the airbag system
Airbag deactivation
Transporting children safely
Child seat
Fastening systems 19
Using the system
cockpit
Overview
Instruments and warning lights 24
Instrument cluster 24
Warning lights
10
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13
13
15
16
16
23
22
25
Information system 31
Driver information system 31
Driving data (multifunction display) 33
MAXI DOT display 35
Service interval display 35
Unlocking and opening 36
Unlocking and locking
Luggage compartment lid 39
Window operation 40
Panoramic tilt / slide sunroof 41
Lights and visibility 43
Light 43
Interior lighting
Visibility
8
Windscreen wipers and washers 48
8
Rear view mirror
Seats and head restraints
Front seats
Rear seat backrests
Headrests 52
Front seat heating
Useful features
Interior fittings
Phone bracket
Transport of cargo 62
Luggage compartment and transporting
objects
Transportation on the roof rack 64
Heating and ventilation
Heating, manual air conditioning system,
Climatronic 65
Infotainment
Swing/ Blues Radio 69
Important notes 69
Unit overview and operation 70
Device Settings - Swing 73
Device settings - Blues 75
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Radio
Media 79
Phone 83
Application operationŠKODA Move & Fun 88
Driving
47
Starting-off and Driving
47
Starting and stopping the engine
START-STOP system
49
Brakes and Parking 92
Manual gear changing and pedals
50
Automated transmission
50
Running in the engine
51
Tips on economical driving
Avoiding damage to your vehicle 96
53
Assist systems
54
General information
54
Braking and stabilisation systems 97
60
Parking aid (ParkPilot)
Cruise Control System 99
City Safe Drive 100
62
Tyre pressure monitoring
General Maintenance
65
Care and maintenance 104
Service work, adjustments and technical
alterations 104
Service intervals
Cleaning and care 107
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102
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Inspecting and replenishing 111
Fuel 111
Engine compartment 114
Engine oil 116
Coolant 117
Brake fluid 118
Vehicle battery 119
Wheels
Wheels and tyres 121
Operating in winter conditions 124
121
Do-it-yourself
Emergency equipment and self-help
Emergency equipment
Changing a wheel
Breakdown kit 129
Jump-starting
Towing the vehicle
Remote
Emergency unlocking / unlocking of doors
Replacing windscreen wiper blades 135
Fuses and light bulbs
Fuses
Bulbs
125
125
126
131
132
134
134
136
136
139
Technical data
Technical data 144
Basic vehicle data 144
Vehicle-specific data depending on the
engine 148
Index
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materials defect liability and ŠKODA warranty for new cars
Materials defect liability
Your ŠKODA Partner, as a vendor, is liable to you for material damage to your
new ŠKODA car, ŠKODA Genuine Parts or ŠKODA Genuine Accessories in accordance with statutory regulations and the purchase agreement.
ŠKODA warranty for new cars
As well as the materials defect liability, ŠKODA AUTO grants you the ŠKODA
warranty for new cars (hereinafter referred to as “ŠKODA warranty),” according to the conditions described below.
As part of the ŠKODA warranty, ŠKODA AUTO will provide the following services.
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Free repair of faulty components or vehicle defects that occur within two
years from the start of the ŠKODA warranty.
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Free repair of paint work defects on your vehicle that occur within three
years from the start of the ŠKODA warranty.
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Free repair of corrosion caused by rust on the bodywork of your vehicle that
occurs within twelve years from the start of the warranty. Only corrosion of
body panels from the inside to the outside is included in the definition of corrosion caused by rust on the bodywork and covered by the ŠKODA warranty.
The start of warranty is the date on which the new car is handed over to the
initial purchaser by the ŠKODA Partner1). This date must be noted down by the
ŠKODA Partner in the Owner's Manual for your vehicle » in the section on the
documentation of the vehicle handover.
Vehicle repairs may be carried out either by replacing the faulty part or by repairing it. Replaced parts become the property of the ŠKODA Service Partner.
There shall be no further claims arising from the ŠKODA warranty. In particular, there shall be no claims for replacement, cancellation, provision of a courtesy vehicle for the duration of repairs or compensation for damages.
The ŠKODA warranty is valid at any ŠKODA service partner.
A prerequisite for carrying out work under the ŠKODA warranty is that all
service work has been carried out in a timely and technically correct manner
and in accordance with the ŠKODA AUTO's provisions. It must be proven that
service work has been carried out properly and in accordance with the ŠKODA
AUTO's provisions when making a claim on the ŠKODA warranty. In the event
of a missed service or failure to carry out a service according to the ŠKODA
AUTO's provisions, you may still be entitled to warranty claims as long as you
can prove that the missed service or the failure to carry out a service according to the ŠKODA AUTO's provisions was not the cause of the defect.
Natural wear and tear to your vehicle is not covered by the ŠKODA warranty.
The ŠKODA warranty also does not cover faults to bodywork, installations or
conversions provided by third parties, or vehicle faults caused as a result. The
same applies to accessories that were not installed and/or delivered ex-factory.
In addition, this warranty does not apply if the defect was caused by one of the
following:
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Unauthorised use, improper handling (e.g. use in racing competitions or overloading), improper care and maintenance or unauthorised modifications to
your vehicle.
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Non-compliance with instructions in the Owner's Manual or other factorysupplied instructions.
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External causes or influences (e.g. accidents, hail, flooding etc.).
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Parts fitted or connected on or in the vehicle whose use has not been approved by ŠKODA AUTO, or modification of the vehicle in a manner not approved by ŠKODA AUTO (e.g. tuning).
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Damage caused by you that was not immediately seen to by a specialist garage or was not rectified properly.
It is the customer's responsibility to prove that s/he is not the cause of the
damage.
This ŠKODA warranty does not affect the purchaser's statutory rights from
materials defect liability from the vehicle vendor and other potential claims
from product liability laws.
1)
Due to the requirements of the generally binding country-specific regulations, the date of first registration can be given instead of the date of the vehicle handover.
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materials defect liability and ŠKODA warranty for new cars
Mobility warranty
The mobility warranty provides a sense of security when travelling in your vehicle.
As part of the mobility warranty, if your car breaks down as a result of an unexpected fault when you are on the move, you can access services to ensure
your continued mobility. These services include the following: Breakdown
service at the breakdown location and towing to the ŠKODA Service Partner,
technical assistance by phone or on-site operation.
If your vehicle is not repaired on the same day, the ŠKODA Service Partner
may provide further services as required, such as replacement transportation
(bus, train etc.) or a courtesy vehicle etc.
More information regarding terms and conditions for the provision of a mobility warranty for your vehicle can be obtained from your ŠKODA Partner. They
will also provide you with detailed terms and conditions for the mobility warranty with respect to your vehicle. In the event that there is no mobility warranty coverage in place for your vehicle, you should check with any ŠKODA
Service Partner about the possibility of a supplementary agreement.
Optional ŠKODA extended warranty
If you opted for a ŠKODA extended warranty when purchasing your new car,
the two-year ŠKODA warranty in relation to carrying out warranty repairs free
of change is extended by the period you chose or until the chosen mileage limit has been reached, whichever occurs first.
The paint warranty and the warranty against corrosion described above are
unaffected by the ŠKODA extended warranty.
The ŠKODA extended warranty does not apply to external and internal foils.
The information on the detailed conditions of the ŠKODA extended warranty
is provided by your ŠKODA partner.
Note
The ŠKODA extended warranty is only available in some countries.
materials defect liability and ŠKODA warranty for new cars
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About the Owner's Manual
Introductory information
General
Read this Owner's Manual carefully, because operation in accordance with
these instructions is a prerequisite for proper use of the vehicle.
When using the vehicle you should always comply with the statutory regulations that apply to the country you are in (e.g. with respect to transporting
children, deactivating airbags, fitting of the appropriate tyres, road use etc.)
Always pay attention when driving! As the driver you are fully responsible for
road safety.
The Owner's Manual applies to all body variants of the vehicle, all related
model versions as well as all equipment levels.
The Owner's Manual describes all possible equipment variants without identifying them as special equipment, model variants or market-dependent equipment. Consequently, this vehicle does not contain all of the equipment com-
ponents described in the Owner's Manual.
The range of equipment installed in your vehicle depends on the purchase contract for the vehicle. For any questions regarding the scope of equipment,
please contact a ŠKODA Partner.
The Pictures in the Owner's Manual are for illustrative purposes only. The illustrations can differ in minor details from your vehicle; they are only intended to
provide general information.
ŠKODA AUTO pursues a policy of ongoing product and model development
with all vehicles. Changes in terms of supply scope are possible at any time
with regard to design, equipment and technology. The information listed in the
Owner's Manual corresponds to the information available at the time of going
to press.
Therefore legal claims cannot be made based on the technical data, illustrations and information contained in the Owner's Manual.
We recommend that the web pages that are referred to in the Owner's Manual are displayed using the classic view. Not all necessary information may be
displayed if the mobile view is chosen.
Printed Owner's Manual
The printed Owner's Manual includes the most important information relating
to vehicle operation. For complete information, see the electronic version of
the Owner's Manual.
Electronic version of the Owner's Manual
Fig. 1
The electronic version of the Owner's Manual includes full information regarding vehicle operation.
The electronic version of the Owner's Manual is available on the ŠKODA website and in the My ŠKODA App mobile application.
Displaying the electronic version of the Owner's Manual
Scan the QR code » Fig. 1 - or enter the following address in your web
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browser.
http://go.skoda.eu/owners-manuals
Select the desired model.
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Select the construction period as well as the language.
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Select the desired Owner's Manual.
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Installing the My ŠKODA App mobile application
Scan the QR-Code » Fig. 1 - .
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- ŠKODA websites, - My ŠKODA App application
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About the Owner's Manual
Explanations and further information
Terms used
“Specialist”
“ŠKODA Service Partner”
“ŠKODA Partner”
Text notes
“Press”
“Hold”
Direction indications
All direction indications such as “left”, “right”, “front”, “rear” relate to the forward direction of travel of the vehicle.
Explanation of symbols
Telephone operation in the MAXI DOT display
Text display in the segment display
→ Indication of the next operating step
Emergency help
In case of breakdown, the breakdown service contact information required
can be found in the following places.
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Contact details for the ŠKODA Partner (e.g. window sticker)
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ŠKODA mobile application
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ŠKODA web pages
WARNING
Texts with this symbol draw attention to threats of a serious accident, injury or loss of life.
- Workshop - a workshop that carries out specialist service tasks
for ŠKODA vehicles. A specialist can be a ŠKODA partner, a ŠKODA
service partner, as well as an independent workshop.
- A Workshop that has been contractually authorised by ŠKODA AUTO or its sales partner to service ŠKODA vehicles
and to sell ŠKODA Genuine Parts.
- A company that has been authorised by ŠKODA AUTO or
its sales partner to sell new ŠKODA vehicles and, when applicable, to
service them using ŠKODA Genuine Parts and sell ŠKODA Genuine
Parts.
- Briefly press (e.g. a button) for less than 1 s
- Press down (e.g. a button) for more than 1 s
CAUTION
Texts with this symbol draw attention to the risk of vehicle damage or possible
inoperability of some systems.
Note
Texts with this symbol contain additional information.
Introductory information
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Safety
Driving safety
Passive Safety
General information
Introduction
In this section of the instructions you will find important information on the
subject of passive safety. We have combined everything here which you
should be familiar with, for example, regarding seat belts, airbags, safety of
children and anything similar.
Other important safety information can also be found in the subsequent sections of this Owner's Manual. The Owner's Manual should therefore always be
kept in the vehicle.
Before setting off
For your own safety and the safety of the people travelling with you, please
pay attention to the following points before setting off.
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Check the lights and turn signal lights are functioning correctly.
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Check the wiper function and the wiper blades for wear. Check the windscreen washer fluid level.
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Ensure that all of the windows offer good visibility to the outside.
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Adjust the rear-view mirror so that vision to the rear is guaranteed. Ensure
that the mirrors are not covered.
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Check the tyre inflation pressure.
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Check the engine oil, brake fluid and coolant level.
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Secure all items of luggage.
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Do not exceed the permissible axle loads and permissible gross weight of the
vehicle.
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Close all doors as well as the bonnet and boot lid.
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Ensure that no objects can obstruct the pedals.
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Protect children using a suitable child seat » page 16, Transporting children
safely.
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Adopt the correct seated position. Tell your passengers to assume the correct seated position » page 8, Correct and safe seat position.
For safety in traffic, the following precautions must be observed.
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Do not become distracted from concentrating on the traffic situation, (e.g.
by your passengers or mobile phone calls).
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Never drive when your driving ability is impaired, (e.g. due to medication, alcohol, drugs or similar).
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Keep to the traffic regulations and the permissible speed limit.
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Always adjust the driving speed to the road, traffic and weather conditions.
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Take regular breaks on long journeys (at least every two hours).
Correct and safe seat position
Introduction
Always assume the correct seated position before setting off and do not
change this position while driving. Also advise your passengers to adopt the
correct seated position and not to change this position while the car is moving.
The following list contains instructions for the Passenger which, if not observed, may cause serious injuries or death.
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Do not lean against the dash panel.
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Do not put your feet on the dash panel.
The following list contains instructions for all Passengers which, if not observed, may cause serious injuries or death.
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Do not sit only on the front part of the seat.
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Do not sit facing to one side.
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Do not lean out of the window.
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Do not put your limbs out of the window.
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Do not put your feet on the seat cushion.
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Safety
WARNING
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The front seats and all head restraints must be adjusted to match the
body size at all times and the seat belt must always be fastened properly to
provide the most effective levels of protection to the passengers.
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Each occupant must correctly fasten the seat belt belonging to the seat.
Children must be fastened » page 16, Transporting children safely with a
suitable restraint system.
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The seat backrests must not be tilted too far back when driving, as this
will impair the function of the seat belts and of the airbag system – risk of
injury!
WARNING
By sitting incorrectly, the occupant is risking life-threatening injuries.
The correct seating position for the driver
Fig. 2
Correct seated position for the driver / correct steering wheel
position
Read and observe on page 9 first.
For your own safety and to reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accident,
the following instructions must be observed.
Adjust the driver's seat so that the pedals can be fully depressed with
slightly bent legs and the distance between the steering wheel and your
chest is at least 25 cm » Fig. 2 -
Adjust the seat backrest so that the highest point of the steering wheel
can be reached with your arms at a slight angle.
Correctly fasten the seat belt » page 12.
A
.
WARNING
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A distance of least 25 cm to the steering wheel should be maintained,
otherwise the airbag system will not be able to protect you - hazard!
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When driving, hold the steering wheel with both hands firmly on the outer edge in the “9 o'clock” and “3 o'clock” position » Fig. 2. Never hold the
steering wheel in the “12 o'clock” position or in any other way (e.g. in the
middle, inner edge of the steering wheel or similar). Otherwise, you could
sustain serious injury to the arms, hands and head if the airbag is activated.
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Ensure there are no objects in the driver's footwell as they may get behind the pedals while driving. You would then no longer be able to operate
the clutch, brake or acceleration pedals.
Adjusting the steering wheel position
Adjusting the steering wheel position
Fig. 3
Read and observe on page 9 first.
The height of the steering wheel can be adjusted.
Turn the safety lever beneath the steering wheel towards the arrow
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» Fig. 3.
Adjust the steering wheel to the desired position. The steering wheel can be
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adjusted in line with the arrow 2 .
Press the safety lever down until it clicks into the direction of the arrow 3 .
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WARNING
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Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving only when
the vehicle is stationary!
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The safety lever must always be locked so that the steering wheel cannot
accidentally change position – risk of accident!
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Passive Safety
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Correct seating position for the front passenger
Read and observe on page 9 first.
For passenger safety and to reduce the risk of injury in an accident, the following instructions must be observed.
Position the front passenger seat back as far as possible. The front pas-
senger must maintain a distance of at least 25 cm to the dash panel so
that the airbag offers the greatest possible safety if it is deployed.
Correctly fasten the seat belt » page 12.
WARNING
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A distance of least 25 cm to the dash panel should be maintained, other-
wise the airbag system will not be able to protect you - hazard!
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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
surface of the seats! You will be exposed to increased risk of injury if it becomes necessary to apply the brake or in the event of an accident. If an airbag is deployed, you could suffer fatal injuries by adopting an incorrect
seated position!
Correct seating position for the passengers in the rear seats
Read and observe on page 9 first.
For the safety of the passengers in the rear seats, and to reduce the risk of injury in an accident, the following instructions must be observed.
Adjust the head restraint so that the top edge of the head restraint is at
the same level as the upper part of your head.
Correctly fasten the seat belt » page 12.
Seat belts
Using seat belts
Introduction
Seat belts that are fastened correctly offer good protection in the event of an
accident. They reduce the risk of an injury and increase the chance of survival
in the event of a major accident.
The seat belts reduce the kinetic energy (energy of motion) to a considerable
extent. They also prevent uncontrolled movements which, in turn, may well result in severe injuries.
When transporting a child the following instructions must be observed
» page 16, Transporting children safely.
WARNING
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Fasten seat belts before every ride! This also applies to other passengers -
there is a danger of injury!
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Maximum seat belt protection is only achieved if you are correctly seated
» page 8, Correct and safe seat position.
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The seat backrests of the front seats must not be tilted too far to the rear
otherwise the seatbelts can lose their effectiveness.
WARNING
Information on dealing with the safety belts
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The belt webbing must not be jammed in-between at any point or twis-
ted, or chafe against any sharp edges.
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Make sure you do not catch the seat belt when closing the door.
WARNING
Information on the proper use of the safety belts
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No two persons (also not children) should ever use a single seat belt to-
gether.
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The lock tongue should only be inserted into the lock which is the correct
one for your seat. Wrong use of the safety belt will reduce its capacity to
protect and the risk of injury increases.
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Safety
WARNING (Continued)
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Many layers of clothing and loose clothing (e. g. a winter coat over a jacket) do not allow you to be correctly seated and impairs proper operation of
the seat belts.
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Do not use clamps or other objects to adjust seat belts (e.g. for shortening the belts for smaller persons).
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The seat belts for the rear seats can only fulfil their function reliably when
the seat backrests are correctly locked into position » page 51.
WARNING
Information on the care and maintenance of the safety belts
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The belt webbing must always be kept clean. Soiled belt webbing may impair proper operation of the inertia reel » page 109.
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The seat belts must not be removed or changed in any way. Do not attempt to repair the seat belts yourself.
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Check the condition of all the seat belts on a regular basis. If damage to
the parts of the seat belt system (e.g. the strap, the belt connectors, the retractor, the lock or similar) are detected, the seat belt in question must be
replaced immediately by a specialist.
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Seat belts which have been subjected to stress in an accident should be
replaced by a specialist garage. The anchorage points for the belts should
also be checked.
Correct routing of seat belt
Read and observe on page 10 first.
It is important that the belt is properly routed to ensure seat belts offer the
maximum protection.
The shoulder belt should be positioned approximately over the middle of your
shoulder (on no account across your neck) and lie flush to the chest » Fig. 4 .
The lower part of the belt should run across the pelvis (it should not lie on top
of the stomach) and must always fit snugly » Fig. 4 - .
For pregnant women, the lower part of the belt must be positioned as low
down as possible across the pelvis, to avoid exerting any pressure on the lower
abdomen » Fig. 4 - .
WARNING
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Always ensure that the webbing of the seat belts is properly routed. Seat
belts which are not correctly adjusted can themselves cause injuries even in
minor accidents.
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A seat belt which is hanging too loose can result in injuries as your body is
moved forward by the kinetic energy produced in an accident and is then
suddenly held firm by the belt.
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The belt webbing must not run across solid or fragile objects (e.g. pencils,
spectacles, pens, keys etc.). Such objects can cause injury.
Fig. 4 Routing of belt webbing over the shoulders and the lap belt /
Routing of belt webbing for an expectant mother
Seat belts
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Fastening and unfastening seat belts
Fig. 5 Fastening / unfastening the seat belt
Read and observe
Before fastening the belt
Adjust the head restraint properly (does not apply to seats with integrated
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head restraints).
Adjust the seat (applies to the front seats).
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Fastening
Use the lock tongue to slowly pull the webbing over your chest and pelvis.
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Insert the lock tongue into the belt buckle » Fig. 5 – that is part of the seat
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until it clicks into place.
Pull on the belt to check that it has engaged correctly in the lock.
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Releasing
Grip the lock tongue and press the red button in the buckle » Fig. 5 - , the
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lock tongue pops out.
Guide the belt back by hand so that the seat belt does not twist and the
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webbing rolls up fully.
WARNING
The reel opening for the lock tongue must not be blocked otherwise the
lock tongue will not lock into place properly.
on page 10 first.
Inertia reels and belt tensioners
Inertia reels
Each seat belt is equipped with an inertia reel.
When pulling slowly on the seat belt, the belt can move freely. When pulling
sharply on the seat belt, the movement is locked by the inertia reel. The belts
also lock when full braking, when the car accelerates, when driving downhill
and when cornering.
WARNING
If the seat belt does not lock when pulling sharply on it, have it inspected
immediately by a specialist garage.
Belt tensioners
Safety for the driver and front passenger wearing their seat belts is enhanced
by the belt tensioners fitted to the inertia reels of the front three-point seat
belts.
If there is a collision of a certain severity, the seat belts are tightened by the
belt tensioner so that unwanted body motion is prevented.
Belt tensioners are not activated in the event of minor collisions, in the case of
a roll-over and also not in accidents in which no major forces are produced.
WARNING
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Any work on the belt tensioner system, including the removal and installation of system components because of other repair work, must only be carried out by a specialist garage.
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If the belt tensioners have been deployed, it is then necessary to replace
the entire system.
Note
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The belt tensioners can also be deployed if the seat belts are not fastened.
■
Smoke is generated when the belt tensioners are deployed. This is not an in-
dication of a fire in the vehicle.
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Safety
Airbag system
Description of the airbag system
Introduction
The airbag system provides, as a supplement to the seat belts, additional occupant protection during severe frontal and side-on collisions.
The airbag will only provide optimum protection in conjunction with wearing the seat belt - the airbag is not a substitute for the seat belts.
The functional status of the airbag system is indicated by the indicator light
in the instrument cluster » page 29.
System description
Side airbags Head-Thorax - The stress on occupants’ bodies is cushioned
when they make contact with the fully-inflated airbag and the risk of injury to
head and the entire upper body (chest, stomach and pelvis) is reduced on the
side facing the door.
The side air bags can be identified by a label with the lettering marked on
the front seat backrests.
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the airbag system consists of the
following parts.
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Individual airbags.
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Warning light in the instrument cluster » page 29.
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Key switch for the front passenger airbag » page 15.
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Warning light for the front passenger airbag in the middle of the dash panel
» page 15.
Airbag deployment
Fig. 6 Airbag installation points
Airbag installation points » Fig. 6
A
Front airbags
B
Front side airbags Head-Thorax
Front airbags - the forward thrust of the driver and of the front passenger is
cushioned when they make contact with the fully-inflated airbag, and the risk
of injury to head and chest is thus reduced.
The front airbags can be identified by the lettering featured on the steering wheel and on the dash panel on the passenger side.
Fig. 7 Inflated airbags
The airbag system is only functional when the ignition is switched on.
When triggered, the airbag fills with gas and unfolds. The inflation of the airbag is carried out in a fraction of a second.
When the airbag inflates, smoke is released. This is not a sign of a fire in the
vehicle.
Airbag system
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Triggering conditions
It is not possible to generally determine which deployment conditions apply to
the airbag system in every situation. The important factors here are the hardness of the object with which the vehicle collides, the angle of impact, vehicle
speed etc.
A decisive factor in the deployment of the airbags is the degree of deceleration at the time. If the vehicle deceleration which occurs and is measured during the collision remains below the prescribed reference values specified in the
control unit, the airbags are not deployed although the vehicle may well suffer
severe damage to the bodywork as a consequence of the accident.
The following airbags will be deployed in the event of a severe frontal
collision.
▶
Driver’s front airbag.
▶
Front passenger airbag.
The following airbags will be deployed in the event of a severe side
collision.
▶
Head-Thorax side airbag on the crash side.
When an airbag is deployed, the following events occur.
▶
The hazard warning lights are switched on.
▶
All doors are unlocked.
▶
The fuel supply to the engine is interrupted.
▶
The interior light comes on (if the automatic operation of the interior light is
switched on - position ).
When there is no air bag deployment?
With minor frontal and side collisions, rear collision, overturning of the vehicle
or vehicle roll-over there is no airbag deployment.
Safety instructions
Fig. 8
Safe distance from the steering
wheel and dash panel
WARNING
General information
■
The seat belts and the airbag system can only offer optimum protection if the driver and passengers are seated properly » page 8.
■
The airbag unleashes enormous force when triggered, which can lead to
serious injuries or fatalities if the driver and passengers are not seated
properly. This applies in particular to children who are transported without
using a suitable child safety seat » page 18.
■
If there is a fault, have the airbag system checked immediately by a specialist garage. Otherwise, there is a risk that the airbag will not be deployed
in the event of an accident.
■
If the airbag has been deployed, the airbag system must then be replaced.
■
The surface of the steering wheel and the dash panel should only be
cleaned with a dry or slightly dampened cloth in the area of the front airbags.
WARNING
Information about the front airbags
■
For the driver and front passenger, it is important to maintain a distance
of at least 25 cm from the steering wheel or the dashboard » Fig. 8 - A. If
you do not keep this distance, the airbag system cannot protect you - hazard! The front seats must always also be correctly adjusted to match the
body size of the occupant.
■
The front passenger airbag must be deactivated if using a rear-facing
child seat on the front passenger seat » page 15, Airbag deactivation. If
this is not done, there is a risk of the child suffering severe or even fatal injuries if the front passenger airbag is deployed.
■
No other persons, animals or objects should be placed in front of the occupants in the front seats in the deployment area of the front airbags.
■
The steering wheel and the surface of the dash panel on the passenger
side must not be stickered, covered or modified in any way. No parts (e.g.
cup holders, mobile phone mounts and the like) may be mounted near the
airbag installation points and in the airbag deployment area.
■
Never place objects on the surface of the dash panel on the passenger
side.
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Safety
WARNING
Information about the side airbags
■
No objects (e.g. sun visors pivoted towards the windows) should be
placed in the deployment area of the side airbag, and no accessories (e.g.
cup holders and the like) should be mounted on the doors - danger of injury!
■
Hang only light clothing on the hooks in the vehicle, do not leave any
heavy or sharp objects in the pockets. Do not use hangers to hang up the
clothes.
■
The airbag system operates using pressure sensors located in the front
doors. For this reason, no adjustments may be carried out to the doors or
door panels (e.g. installation of additional loudspeakers). Further information » page 105.
■
No excessive force, e.g. through blows, kicks etc. should be applied to the
seat backrests - there is a risk of damage to the side airbags. The side airbags would not be deployed in such a case!
■
Any seat or protective covers which you fit to the driver or front passenger seats must only be of a type expressly authorised by ŠKODA AUTO. In
view of the fact that the airbag inflates out of the backrest of the seat, use
of non-approved seat or protective covers would considerably impair the
protective function of the side airbag.
■
Any damage to the original seat covers or stitching at the installation
points for the side airbags should be immediately repaired by a specialist
company.
WARNING
Information on the use of the airbag system
■
Any work on the airbag system, including the installation and removal of
system components due to other repair work (e.g. removal of the steering
wheel), must only be carried out by a specialist garage. Further information
» page 105.
■
No changes of any sort should be made to parts of the airbag system, the
front bumper or the bodywork.
■
Do not manipulate individual parts of the airbag system, as this might result in the airbag being deployed.
Airbag deactivation
Deactivating airbags
The front passenger airbag can be switched off with the key-operated switch
» Fig. 9 on page 15 - .
We recommend that you ask a ŠKODA service partner to deactivate any other
airbags.
A warning light indicates that the airbag has been deactivated » page 29.
Deactivating an airbag should be considered in cases such as the ones
below.
▶
A child seat is mounted on the front passenger seat, in which the child is
transported with its back to the direction of travel » page 16.
▶
Despite correct adjustment of the driver's seat, the distance of at least
25 cm between the middle of the steering wheel and chest cannot be maintained;
▶
Additional controls for drivers with a physical disability are installed in the vehicle.
▶
Special seats (e.g. orthopaedic seats without side airbags) are installed in the
vehicle.
WARNING
If an airbag is deactivated at the time of the vehicle being sold, the purchaser must be informed!
Deactivating the front passenger airbag
Fig. 9
Key-operated switch for the front passenger airbag / warning
light for front passenger airbag
Airbag system
15
Key switch positions » Fig. 9 -
The front passenger airbag is activated - after switching on the ignition,
the warning lamp does not light up » Fig. 9 -
The front passenger airbag is deactivated - after switching on the ignition,
the warning lamp lights up
Switch off
Switch off the ignition.
›
Open the passenger door.
›
Fold the key bit out completely for the radio key » .
›
Carefully insert the key into the key slot in the key switch as far as the stop.
›
Use the key to turn the slot of the key switch carefully into the position .
›
Pull the key out of the slot in the key switch » .
›
Close the passenger door.
›
Check that the warning light
›
Switching on
Switch off the ignition.
›
Open the passenger door.
›
Fold the key bit out completely for the radio key » .
›
Carefully insert the key into the key slot in the key switch as far as the stop.
›
Use the key to turn the slot of the key switch carefully into the position .
›
Pull the key out of the slot in the key switch » .
›
Close the passenger door.
›
Check that the warning light
›
switched on.
WARNING
■
The driver is responsible for whether the airbag is switched on or switch-
ed off.
■
Only switch off the airbag when the ignition is switched off! Otherwise a
fault can occur in the system for deactivating the airbag.
■
If the warning light is flashing, the front passenger airbag will not be
deployed in an accident! Have the airbag system checked by a specialist garage immediately.
CAUTION
An insufficiently folded out key bit can damage the key switch!
lights up after the ignition is switched on.
does not light up after the ignition is
Transporting children safely
Child seat
Introduction
To reduce the risk of injury in an accident, children should only be transported
in child seats!
Please refer to the instructions in this Owner's Manual and the child seat manufacturer's instructions with regard to the installation and use of the child seat.
For safety reasons, we recommend that you always transport children on the
rear seats. Only transport a child on the passenger seat in exceptional circumstances.
Child seats complying with the ECE-R 44 Economic Commission for Europe
standard must be used.
Child seats that comply with the ECE-R 44 standard are identified with a test
mark that cannot be removed: a large E within a circle with the test number
below.
WARNING
■
One should never carry children, and also not babies! - on one's lap.
■
When leaving the vehicle, do not leave children unattended in the vehicle.
Children might not be capable of leaving the vehicle or helping themselves
independently in the event of an emergency. Danger to life at very high or
very low temperatures!
■
The child must be secured in the vehicle during the entire journey! Otherwise, the child would be thrown through the vehicle in the event of an accident, causing fatal injuries to both the child and other occupants.
■
Children are exposed to an increased risk of injury in the event of an accident if they lean forward or adopt an incorrect seated position when the
vehicle is moving. This particularly applies to children who are transported
on the front passenger seat as they can suffer severe, or even fatal injuries
if the airbag system is deployed!
16
Safety
WARNING (Continued)
■
Pay particular attention to the information provided by the manufacturer
of the child safety seat regarding the correct routing of the belt. Seat belts
which are not correctly adjusted can themselves cause injuries even in minor accidents.
■
Safety belts must be checked to ensure that they are running properly.
One should also ensure that the belt is not damaged by sharp-edged fittings.
■
When installing the child seat on the back seat, the corresponding front
seat must be adjusted so that there is no contact between the front seat
and the child seat or the child being transported in a child seat.
CAUTION
■
When installing a child seat in which the child faces forward, adjust the head
restraints so that they are as high as possible (valid for the rear seats).
■
If the head restraints still prevent the child seat from being installed, even in
the highest position, you will need to remove them (valid for the rear seats)
» page 52. After removing the child seat, refit the head restraints.
Note
We recommend that you use child seats from ŠKODA Original Accessories.
These child seats were developed and also tested for use in ŠKODA vehicles.
They meet the ECE-R 44 standard.
Use of a child seat on the front passenger seat
Does not apply to Taiwan
Warning labels
Fig. 10
Read and observe
Never use a rearward-facing child restraint system on a seat which is protected by an active airbag. This could cause serious injury to the child, or
even death.
This warning is also given on stickers that are located in the following places.
▶
On the passenger sun visor » Fig. 10 - .
▶
On the B-column on the front passenger side » Fig. 10 – .
The following instructions must be followed when using a child seat on the
front passenger seat.
▶
It is essential to deactivate the front passenger airbag if using a child seat in
which the child is transported with its back facing the direction of travel »
▶
If possible, adjust the front passenger seat backrest so that it is as vertical, so
as to ensure secure contact between the passenger seat backrest and the
back of the child seat.
▶
If possible, move the front passenger seat backwards so that there is no contact between the front passenger seat and the child seat behind it.
▶
Set the height-adjustable front passenger seat as high up as possible.
▶
With child safety seats in groups 2 and 3, make sure that the loop-around fittings attached to the child seat headrest is positioned in front of or at the
same height as the loop-around fittings on the B pillar on the passenger side.
and on page 16 first.
.
Transporting children safely
17
WARNING
■
Never use a rear-facing child seat on the front passenger seat if the pas-
senger airbag is activated. This child safety seat is positioned in the deployment area of the front passenger airbag. The airbag may cause the child severe, or even fatal injuries, in the event of it being deployed.
■
Once a child seat in which the child is transported with its back to the direction of travel is no longer being used on the passenger seat, the front
passenger airbag should be reactivated.
Use of a child seat on the front seat
Applies to Taiwan
Fig. 11
Warning labels
Read and observe and on page 16 first.
No babies, infants or children to be carried on the passenger seat.
A label to this effect can also be found on the passenger's sun visor » Fig. 11.
Child safety and the side airbag
Fig. 12
Incorrect seated position of a
child who is not properly secured – risk from the side airbag / Child properly protected
by safety seat
Read and observe and on page 16 first.
The child must not be positioned in the deployment area of the side airbag
» Fig. 12 - .
There must be sufficient room between the child and the deployment area of
the side airbag that the airbag can provide as much protection as possible
» Fig. 12 – .
Classification of child seats
Read and observe and on page 16 first.
Classification of child seats according to the ECE-R 44 standard.
Group Weight of the child
0 up to 10 kg
0+ up to 13 kg
1 9-18 kg
2 15-25 kg
3 22-36 kg
18
Safety
Use of child safety seats which are secured with a safety belt
Never use a rear-facing child seat on the front passenger seat if the passenger airbag is activated. This child safety seat is positioned in the deployment area of
the front passenger airbag. The airbag may cause the child severe, or even fatal injuries, in the event of it being deployed.
Read and observe and on page 16 first.
Overview of the usability of child seats fastened with a seat belt on the different seat types, in accordance with the ECE-R 16 standard.
Group Front passenger seat Rear seats
0
up to 10 kg
0+
up to 13 kg
1
9-18 kg
2
15-25 kg
3
22-36 kg
The seat is suitable for the use of approved child seats in the “Universal”
U
weight group category.
U U
U U
U U
U U
U U
Fastening systems
Attachment points of the
system
Fig. 13
Attachment points of the
system
is a system for securing child seats quickly and safely.
There are two fixing eyes between the seat backrest and the seat cushion of
the rear passenger seat for fixing a child seat with the system » Fig. 13.
WARNING
■
Always refer to the instructions of the manufacturer of the child seat
when installing and removing a child seat with the system.
■
Never attach other child seats, belts or objects to the attachment points
intended for the installation of a child seat with the system – risk of
death!
Note
■
A child seat fitted with the system can only be mounted in a vehicle fit-
ted with a system if the child seat has been approved for this type of vehicle. Further information is available from a ŠKODA Partner.
■
Child seats with the system can be purchased from ŠKODA Original Ac-
cessories.
Transporting children safely
19
Use of child safety seats with the system
Never use a rear-facing child seat on the front passenger seat if the passenger airbag is activated. This child safety seat is positioned in the deployment area of
the front passenger airbag. The airbag may cause the child severe, or even fatal injuries, in the event of it being deployed.
Overview of the usability of child seats with the system on the various seat types, in accordance with the ECE-R 16 standard.
Group
0
up to 10 kg
0+
up to 13 kg
Size class of
the child seat
a)
Front passenger seat Rear seats
E X IL-SU
E
X IL-SUD
C
D
B1
C
B
X
IL-SU
IUF
1
9-18 kg
A
2
15-25 kg
3
22-36 kg
a)
The size category is shown on the label attached to the child seat.
- X IL-SU
- X IL-SU
IL-SU The seat is suitable for the use of approved child seats in in the “Semi-Universal”category. The “Semi-Universal” category means that the child
seat with the system is approved for your vehicle. Observe the list of vehicles that comes with the child seat.
IUF The seat is suitable for the use of approved forward facing child seats in the “Universal” weight group category.
X The seat is not fitted with system attachment points.
20
Safety
Attachment points of the system
Fig. 14
Attachment points of the
system
is an attachment system that restricts the movement of the upper
part of the child seat.
The attachment points for attaching the belt for a child seat with the
system are located on the back of the rear seat backrests » Fig. 14.
WARNING
■
Always refer to the instructions from the manufacturer of the child seat
when installing and removing a child seat with the system.
■
Only use child seats with the system on the seats with the at-
tachment points.
■
Only ever attach one belt from the child seat to a locking eye.
Transporting children safely
21
Fig. 15 Cockpit example for LHD models
22
Using the system
Using the system
cockpit
Overview
1
Electric windows 41
2
Door opening lever
3
Electric exterior mirror adjustment 49
4
Central locking system 38
5
Air outlet vents 68
6
Parking ticket holder
7
Operating lever (depending on equipment):
▶
Indicator light and high-beam headlight
▶
Speed regulating system 99
8
Steering wheel with horn:
▶
With driver's front airbag
▶
With buttons for radio operation
9
Instrument cluster
10
Operating lever (depending on equipment):
▶
Windscreen wipers and washers
▶
Multifunction display
11
Buttons (depending on equipment):
▶
START-STOP 90
▶
Rear window heater
▶
Seat heater on the front left seat
12
Depending on equipment fitted:
▶
Controls for heating / air conditioning 66
13
Radio
14
Interior rear-view mirror 49
15
Buttons / warning lights (depending on the specification):
▶
Hazard lights
▶
Warning light for the front seat passen-
ger airbag
▶
Seat heating for the front right seat
16
Fold-down hooks 59
17
Front passenger airbag
18
Storage compartment on the front passenger side 58
19
Power window in the front passenger door 41
20
Storage compartment 55
21
Light switch 43
22
Bonnet release lever 114
23
Regulator for headlamp beam adjustment for the headlights 43
24
38
44
13
71
24
48
33
Steering wheel locking lever
25
Ignition lock 90
26
Cup holder 55
27
Buttons (depending on equipment):
▶
City Safe Drive 100
▶
Tyre pressure monitoring 102
28
Handbrake lever
29
Depending on equipment fitted:
▶
Gearshift lever (manual gearbox)
▶
Selector lever (automated gearbox)
30
Depending on specification:
▶
12-volt power outlet
▶
Cigarette lighter
▶
USB input 82
Note
The layout of the controls on right-hand drive vehicles differs partially from
that shown in this layout» Fig. 15.
47
53
69
46
15
53
13
9
92
93
94
57
56
cockpit
23
Instruments and warning lights
Instrument cluster
Introduction
Fig. 16 Instrument cluster - Version 1 / Variant 2
Fig. 17
Instrument cluster - Variant 3
1
Speedometer
2
Display » page 31
3
Button:
▶
Switch between the counter for the distance driven (trip) and the odometer » page 32
▶
Reset counter for distance travelled (trip) » page 32
▶
Set the time » page 31
▶
Switch between the outside temperature and time display (only in the
instrument cluster - Variant 3) » page 31
4
Fuel gauge » page 24
5
Engine revolutions counter » page 24
6
Time adjust button » page 31
The instruments are also illuminated when the side light or low beam light is
switched on.
Note
Appears in the display then the system indicates that the ignition is
switched on.
Rev counter
The tachometer 5 » Fig. 17 on page 24 shows the actual engine speed per minute.
The beginning of the red scale range of the tachometer indicates the maximum permitted engine speed of a driven-in and operating warm engine.
You should shift into the next highest gear before the red scale of the revolution counter is reached, or select mode D on the automatic gearbox.
The gear recommendation is important to note in order to maintain the optimum engine speed » page 32.
CAUTION
The rev counter pointer may only move into the red area for a short time - otherwise risk of engine damage!
Fuel gauge- Petrol
Fig. 18
Petrol fuel gauge: Variant 1 / Variant 2 / Variant 3
The display » Fig. 18 only works if the ignition is switched on.
24
Using the system
The fuel tank has a capacity of about 35 litres.
When the fuel level goes down to the reserve level A » Fig. 18 in the fuel tank,
the warning light lights up in the display variant 1 and 2 or the symbol flashes in the display variant 3 for 10 seconds together with the remaining segments of the display. There are now about 4 litres of fuel in the tank.
An audible signal sounds as a warning.
WARNING
In order for the vehicle systems to function properly and thus to make driving safe, there must be sufficient fuel in the tank. Never drive until the fuel
tank is completely empty - there is a risk of accidents!
CAUTION
Never drive until the fuel tank is completely empty! Irregular supply of fuel can
cause misfiring, which can result in damage to parts of the engine and the exhaust system.
Note
The arrow next to the symbol within the fuel gauge displays the installation location of the fuel filler on the right side of the vehicle.
Fuel gauge - petrol / natural gas
Fig. 19
Petrol and natural gas gauge
The display » Fig. 19 only works if the ignition is switched on.
The pointer shows the supply of the of fuel type currently used.
A
Gasoline reserve
B
Natural gas reserve
The capacity of the gasoline fuel tank is approximately 10 litres. The capacity
of the natural gas fuel tank is approximately 11 kg.
If the fuel level in the fuel tank reaches the reserve area for petrol, the warning
light lights up in the display. There are now about 5 litres of fuel in the tank.
If the fuel level in the fuel tank reaches the reserve area for natural gas the
warning light light up in the display. There is now about 1.5 kg of fuel in the
tank.
Warning lights
Introduction
Handbrake » page 26
Brake system » page 26
Front seat belt warning light » page 26
Alternator » page 26
Engine oil pressure » page 26
Coolant » page 27
Automatic gearbox » page 27
Power steering » page 27
Stabilisation control (ESC)
Traction control (ASR)
Antilock brake system (ABS) » page 28
Tyre pressure » page 28
Fuel reserve - petrol » page 29
Fuel reserve - CNG » page 29
Rear fog light » page 29
Exhaust control system » page 29
Engine performance check » page 29
Airbag system » page 29
Handbrake - automatic transmission » page 30
Brake pedal - automatic transmission » page 30
Turning signal system » page 30
Cruise control system » page 30
Main beam » page 30
Rear seat belt warning light » page 30
» page 28
Instruments and warning lights
25
City Safe Drive » page 30
START-STOP system » page 30
The warning lights in the instrument cluster indicate the status of certain functions or the presence of faults.
Some warning lights can be accompanied by acoustic signals and messages in
the display of the instrument cluster if required.
After switching on the ignition, some warning lights light up briefly as a function test. If the tested systems are OK, the corresponding warning lights extin-
guishes for a few seconds after switching on the ignition or after starting the
engine.
WARNING
■
Ignoring light-up indicator lamps in the instrument cluster and the control
symbols in the display may cause serious injury or damage to the vehicle.
■
If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe
distance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard
warning light system » page 46. Place the warning triangle at the prescribed distance.
■
The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. The following
warning instructions must be followed at all times when working in the engine compartment » page 114, Engine compartment.
Handbrake
Read and observe
lights up – the handbrake has been 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.
Braking system
Read and observe on page 26 first.
lights up - the brake fluid level in the brake system is too low or there is an
ABS fault.
▶
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the level of the brake fluid
» page 118.
on page 26 first.
WARNING
■
If the warning light lights up at the same time as warning light
» page 28, Anti-lock braking system (ABS), do not continue your
journey! Seek help from a specialist garage.
■
A fault to the ABS system or the braking system can increase the vehi-
cle's braking distance – risk of accident!
Front seat belt warning light
Read and observe on page 26 first.
lights up - the driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt.
At a speed of over 20 km/h the warning light flashes and an audible warning
sounds at the same time.
The warning signal is switched of and the indicator light is permanently lit if
the driver and front passenger have not fastened their seat belts within the
next 90 seconds.
Alternator
Read and observe on page 26 first.
lights up – the battery is not being charged whilst the engine is running.
▶
Seek help from a specialist garage.
CAUTION
If, while driving, the warning light lights up in addition to the warning light
» page 27, do not drive any further - risk of damage to the engine!
Switch off the engine and seek assistance from a specialist garage.
Engine oil pressure
Read and observe
lights up or flashes - the engine oil pressure is too low.
An audible signal sounds as a warning.
on page 26 first.
26
Using the system
▶
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the engine oil level
» page 117, Check and refill.
▶
If the warning light lights up or flashes, do not drive any further, even if the
oil level is correct! Switch off the engine and seek assistance from a specialist garage.
CAUTION
■
The oil pressure light is not an oil level indicator! One should therefore
check the oil level at regular intervals, preferably after every refuelling stop.
■
If for some reason it is not possible to top up the engine oil under the current
circumstances, do not continue driving! Switch off the engine and seek assistance from a specialist garage.
Coolant
Read and observe on page 26 first.
lights up or flashes – the coolant temperature is too high or the coolant lev-
el is too low.
An audible signal sounds as a warning tone.
▶
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and allow the engine to cool down.
▶
Check the coolant level, if necessary top up the coolant.
If the coolant level is within the specified range and the warning light lights
up or flashes again, then there may be a malfunction of the cooling fan.
▶
Switch off the ignition.
▶
Check the fuse for the cooling fan, replace if necessary.
If the coolant level and fan fuse are both OK but the warning light is still
illuminated, do not drive any further!
▶
Seek help from a specialist garage.
Automatic transmission
Read and observe on page 26 first.
fault
lights up - there is a fault in the automatic transmission.
An audible signal sounds as a warning tone.
▶
Do not drive the vehicle! Switch off the engine and seek assistance from
a specialist garage.
Functional impairment
lights up and gear change is not possible - for technical reasons there may
be an impairment of the automatic transmission.
▶
Stop the car, turn the ignition off and on again.
If the warning light lights up after you again switch on the ignition, seek assistance from a specialist garage.
Gearbox overheating
may also light up - the automatic transmission is overheating.
An audible signal sounds as a warning tone.
▶
Stop and allow the transmission to cool down or drive more quickly than
20 km/h (12 mph).
If the warning light lights up again, switch off the vehicle, shut off the engine and allow the gearbox to cool down.
Further information » page 94, Automated transmission.
Power steering
Read and observe on page 26 first.
Fault in the power steering
lights up – this indicates a complete failure of the power steering and the
steering assist is no longer working (significantly higher steering forces).
lights up – this indicates a partial failure of the power steering and the
steering forces can be higher.
▶
Switch off the ignition, start the engine again and travel a short distance.
▶
If the warning light does not go out, obtain assistance from an authorised
dealer.
Disconnecting the vehicle battery
If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the warning
light comes on after switching on the ignition.
The warning light should go out after driving a short distance.
If, after the motor is restarted and a short drive, the indicator light does not go
out, there is a system error.
Instruments and warning lights
27
▶
Seek help from a specialist garage.
Stability control (ESC) / Traction control (TCS)
Read and observe on page 26 first.
flashes – the ESC or TCS is currently active.
lights up – there is an ESC or TCS fault.
▶
Seek help from a specialist garage.
As the ESC operates in conjunction with the ABS, the ESC warning light will
also come on if the ABS system fails.
If the warning light comes on after starting the engine, the ESC or TCS may
have been switched off for technical reasons.
▶
Switch the ignition off and on again.
If the warning light does not illuminate after you switch the engine back on,
the ASR is fully functional again.
Disconnecting the vehicle battery
If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the warning
light comes on after switching on the ignition.
The warning light should go out after driving a short distance.
If, after a short drive, the indicator light does not go out, there is a system er-
ror.
▶
Seek help from a specialist garage.
More information about the ESC system » page 97, Stability Control (ESC) or
TCS system » page 97, Traction control (TCS).
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
Read and observe
lights up – there is an ABS fault.
The vehicle will only be braked by the normal brake system without the ABS.
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Seek help from a specialist garage.
In the event of an ABS fault, the other braking and stabilization systems are
turned off » page 97, Braking and stabilisation systems .
on page 26 first.
WARNING
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If the ABS warning light together with the indicator light » page 26,
Braking system lights up, do not continue to drive! Seek help from a
specialist garage.
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A fault to the ABS system or the braking system can increase the vehi-
cle's braking distance – risk of accident!
Tyre pressure
Read and observe on page 26 first.
Change of tyre pressure values
lights up - there was a pressure change in one of the tyres.
An audible signal sounds as a warning.
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Immediately reduce speed and avoid sudden steering and braking manoeuvres.
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Stop the vehicle, turn the ignition off and check the tyres and their inflation
pressures » page 122.
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Correct the tyre pressure if necessary or replace the affected wheel
» page 126 or use the repair kit » page 129.
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Save the tyre pressure values in the system » page 102.
System fault
flashes for approximately 1 minute and remains lit – there may be a fault in
the tyre pressure monitoring system.
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Stop the vehicle, turn the ignition off and start the engine again.
If the warning light flashes again after the engine has started, there is a system error.
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Seek help from a specialist garage.
Disconnecting the vehicle battery
If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the warning
light comes on after switching on the ignition.
The warning light should go out after driving a short distance.
If, after a short drive, the indicator light does not go out, there is a system er-
ror.
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Seek help from a specialist garage.
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Using the system
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