Škoda Fabia 2015 Owner's Manual
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
ŠKODA Fabia
6V0012720AC
Preface
You have opted for a ŠKODA – our sincere thanks for your confidence in us.
The description of the vehicle operation, important information about safety, vehicle care, mainte-
nance and self-help, as well as technical vehicle data, are given in this Manual.
The operation of some functions and vehicle systems is undertaken via Infotainment.
Please do not read just this manual, but also the Infotainment manual carefully as well. The procedure
in accordance with the two instructions is a prerequisite for the correct use of the vehicle.
We hope you enjoy driving your ŠKODA, and wish you a pleasant journey at all times.
Your ŠKODA AUTO a.s. (hereinafter referred to only as ŠKODA or manufacturer)
6V0012720AC
Table of Contents
Board literature 4
Notes 5
Structure and more information about the
Operating Instructions 6
Abbreviations
Safety
Passive Safety 8
General information 8
Correct and safe seated position 8
Seat belts 11
Wearing seat belts 11
Inertia reel and belt pre-tensioners 13
Airbag system 14
Description of the airbag system 14
Airbag overview 15
Deactivating airbags 18
Transporting children safely 20
Child seat 20
Fastening systems 22
Operation
Cockpit 26
Overview
Instruments and warning lights
Instrument cluster
Warning lights
Information system
Driver information system
Driving data (Multifunction display)
MAXI DOT display
25
27
27
39
39
40
42
Service interval display 46
SmartGate 47
Unlocking and opening 49
Unlocking and locking 49
Anti-theft alarm system 54
Tailgate 55
Window operations 56
Lights and visibility 59
Lights 59
Interior lights 64
Visibility 65
Windscreen wipers and washers 66
Rear mirror 68
Seats and headrests 70
Seats and headrests 70
Seat features 71
Transporting and practical equipment 74
Useful equipment 74
Luggage compartment 83
Variable loading floor in the luggage
compartment 88
Bicycle carrier in the luggage compartment 90
Roof rack 93
Heating and air conditioning 94
Heating, ventilation, cooling 94
Driving
Starting-off and driving 100
Starting and stopping the engine using the
key 100
31
Starting and stopping the engine at the push
of the button 102
START-STOPsystem 104
Brakes and parking 106
Manual gear shifting and pedals 107
Automatic transmission 108
Running-in and economical driving 111
Avoiding damage to your vehicle 113
Assist systems 114
Braking and stabilisation systems 114
Parking assistance (ParkPilot) 116
Speed control system 118
Speed limiter 120
Front Assistant 122
Fatigue detection 125
Tyre pressure monitoring 125
Hitch and trailer 127
Hitch 127
Trailer 132
General Maintenance
Care and maintenance 136
Services, modifications and technical
alterations 136
Washing vehicle 139
Cleaning vehicle exterior 140
Interior care 144
Inspecting and replenishing 147
Fuel 147
Engine compartment
Engine oil 152
Coolant 154
Brake fluid 155
Vehicle battery 156
Wheels 160
Tyres and rims 160
Winter use 164
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Do-it-yourself
Emergency equipment, and self-help 166
Emergency equipment 166
Changing a wheel 168
Breakdown kit 172
Jump-starting 174
Towing the vehicle 175
Remote control 177
Emergency unlocking/locking 178
Replacing windscreen wiper blades 179
Fuses and light bulbs 181
Fuses 181
Replacing bulbs 184
Technical data
Technical data
Vehicle data 192
192
Index
Table of Contents
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Board literature
You can always find these Operating Instructionsand the Service Plan in the
on-board instructions for your vehicle.
Depending on the equipment, the on-board literature can also include the In-
fotainment operating instructionsand in some countries also the brochure On
the road.
Operating Instructions
These operating instructions apply to all body versions of the vehicle and all
related models as well as for all equipment levels.
This owner's manual describes all possible equipment versions 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 this Owner's Manual.
The level of equipment of your vehicle refers to your purchase contract of the
vehicle. If you have any questions regarding the scope of equipment, please
contact a ŠKODA Partner.
The Pictures in this manual are for illustration purposes only. The illustrations
can differ in minor details from your vehicle; they are only intended to provide
general information.
ŠKODA AUTO a.s. pursues a policy of constant further development of all vehicles. Each time, therefore, any changes to the vehicle occur, the scope of delivery may change in terms of its equipment and technology. The information listed in this Manual corresponds to the information available at the time of going to press.
It is therefore not possible for legal claims to be made based on the technical
details, illustrations and descriptions contained in this Owner's Manual.
Service schedule
The service plan includes the documentation of the vehicle handover information, warranty and service events.
Infotainment operating instructions
The Infotainment manual contains a description of the Infotainment service
and possibly also some functions and vehicle systems.
Move brochure
The Move brochure contains the customer service phone number, service
number, and emergency numbers that exist in the various countries.
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Board literature
Notes
Terms used
The on-board literature contains the following terms relating to the service
work for your vehicle.
“Specialist garage”
ŠKODA vehicles. A specialist garage can be a ŠKODA partner, a ŠKODA
service partner or an independent workshop.
“ŠKODA service partner”
by the manufacturer ŠKODA AUTO a.s. or its sales partner to perform
service tasks on ŠKODA vehicles and to sell ŠKODA Genuine Parts.
“ŠKODA partner”
ŠKODA AUTO a.s. or its sales partner to sell new ŠKODA vehicles and,
when applicable, to service them using ŠKODA Genuine Parts and sell
ŠKODA Genuine Parts.
Explanation of symbols
An overview of the symbols used in the instruction manual and a brief explanation of their meaning.
Reference to the introductory module of a chapter with important infor-
mation and safety warnings
Continuation of the module on the next page
Situations in which the vehicle must be stopped as soon as possible
® Registered trademark
Telephone operation in the MAXI DOT display
Text display in the segment display
WARNING
Texts with this symbol warn of a serious accident, injury or loss of life.
- a workshop that carries out specialist service tasks for
- A Workshop that has been contractually authorised
- A company that has been authorised by the manufacturer
Note
Texts with this symbol contain additional information.
CAUTION
Texts with this symbol draw attention to the risk of vehicle damage or possible
inoperability of some systems.
For the sake of the environment
Texts with this symbol contain information on environmental protection as
well as tips for economical operation.
Notes
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Structure and more information about the Operating Instructions
Structure of the manual
The operating manual is hierarchically divided into the following areas.
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Paragraph (e.g. safety) - the title of the paragraph is always indicated on the
lower left side
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Main chapters (e.g. airbag system) - the title of the main chapter is always
indicated on the lower right side
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Chapter (e.g. airbag overview)
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Introduction to the topic - Module Overview within the chapter intro-
ductory information about the chapter content, if necessary, valid for
the entire chapter notes
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Module (e.g. front airbags)
Information Search
When searching for information in the operating instructions, we recommend
using the Index at the end of the manual.
Direction indications
All direction indications such as “left”, “right”, “front”, “rear” relate to the forward direction of travel of the vehicle.
Units of measurement
The volume, weight, speed and length data are given in metric units, unless
otherwise indicated.
Display
In this owner's manual, the display on the MAXI DOT display is used as the display illustration, provided nothing to the contrary is stated.
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Structure and more information about the Operating Instructions
Abbreviations
Abbreviation Definition
rpm Engine revolutions per minute
ABS Anti-lock brake system
AGM Vehicle battery type
TCS Traction control
CO
COC Declaration of conformity
DSG Automatic double clutch gearbox
EDL Electronic differential lock
ECE Economic Commission for Europe
EPC EPC fault light
ESC Electronic Stability Control
RD Rim depth
EU European Union
HBA Hydraulic brake assist
HHC Uphill start assist
KESSY Keyless unlocking, starting and locking
kW Kilowatt, measuring unit for output
MCB Multi-collision brake
MG Manual gearbox
MPI Gasoline engine with a multi-point fuel injection
N1
Nm Newton meter, measuring unit for the engine torque
TDI CR
TSI Petrol engine with turbocharging and direct injection
VIN Vehicle identification number
W Watt, unit of power
Wi-Fi wireless data network
XDS Functional extension of the electronic differential lock
Carbon dioxide
2
Panel van intended exclusively or mainly for the transportation of goods
Diesel engine with turbocharger and common rail injection
system
Abbreviations
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Safety
Passive Safety
General information
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Before every journey
Driving safety 8
In this section of the instructions you will find important information, tips and
notes 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.
You will find further information on safety, which concerns you and those travelling with you, in the following chapters of this Owner's Manual.
The complete on-board literature should therefore always be in the vehicle.
This particularly applies, if you rent out or sell the vehicle.
Before every journey
For your own safety and the safety of the people travelling with you, please
pay attention to the following points before setting off.
Ensure that the lighting and the turn signal system are functioning properly.
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Make sure that the function of the wiper and the condition of the wiper
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blades are free of any defects.
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.
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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 levels.
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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
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vehicle – risk of accident.
Close all doors and the engine compartment and luggage compartment lid.
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Ensure that no objects can obstruct the pedals.
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Protect children in suitable child seats with correctly fastened seat belts
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» page 20, Transporting children safely.
Adopt the correct seated position » page 8, Correct and safe seated posi-
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tion. Tell your passengers to assume the correct seated position.
Driving safety
The driver is fully responsible for himself and passengers, especially children. If
your driving safety is affected, you place yourself and oncoming traffic at risk.
The following guidelines must therefore be observed.
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Do not become distracted from concentrating on the traffic situation, (e.g. by
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your passengers or mobile phone calls).
Never drive when your driving ability is impaired, (e.g. due to medication, al-
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cohol or drugs).
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).
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The following list contains instructions for the Passenger which, if not observed, may cause serious injuries or death.
Do not lean against the dash panel.
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Do not put your feet on the dash panel.
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The following list contains instructions for all Passengers which, if not observed, may cause serious injuries or death.
Do not sit only on the front edge of the seat.
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Do not sit facing to the 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 upholstery.
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Correct and safe seated position
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Correct seat position of the driver 9
Adjusting the steering wheel position
Correct seated position of the front passenger
Correct seated position of the rear seat passengers
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10
10
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Safety
WARNING
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The front seats and all head restraints must be adjusted to match body
size at all times and the seat belt must always be fastened properly to provide the most effective levels of protection to passengers.
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Each occupant must correctly fasten the seat belt belonging to the seat.
Children must be fastened » page 20, Transporting children safely with a
suitable restraint system.
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By sitting incorrectly, the occupant is risking life-threatening injuries.
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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!
Correct seat position of the driver
Fig. 1 Correct seated position for the driver/correct steering wheel position
Read and observe
For your own safety and to reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accident,
we recommend the following settings.
Adjust the driver’s seat in the forward/back direction so that the pedals
can be fully depressed with slightly bent legs.
Adjust the seat backrest so that the highest point of the steering wheel
can be reached with your arms at a slight angle.
Adjust the steering wheel so that the distance A between the steering
wheel and your chest is at least 25 cm » Fig. 1.
on page 9 first.
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 B » Fig. 1 (not for seats
with integrated head restraint).
Correctly fasten the seat belt » page 11, Wearing seat belts.
WARNING
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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.
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Maintain a distance of at least 25 cm to the steering wheel. Not keeping
to this minimum distance will mean that the airbag system will not be able
to properly protect you – risk of death!
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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. 1. 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). When the driver airbag
is triggered you could seriously injure you arms, hands or head.
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Ensure that there are no objects in the driver's footwell, as these may get
caught in the pedal apparatus when driving or braking. You would then no
longer be able to operate the clutch, brake or acceleration pedals.
Adjusting the steering wheel position
Fig. 2 Adjusting the steering wheel position
Read and observe on page 9 first.
The height and forward/back position of the steering wheel can be adjusted.
Swing the safety lever under the steering wheel in the direction of arrow
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» Fig. 2.
1
Passive Safety
9
Adjust the steering wheel to the desired position. The steering wheel can be
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adjusted in direction of arrow 2.
Pull the holder until it stops in arrow direction 3.
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WARNING
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Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving, but only
when the vehicle is stationary!
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The safety lever must be locked so that the steering wheel cannot acci-
dentally change position – risk of accident!
Correct seated position of 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 passenger must maintain a distance of at least 25 cm to the dash panel so
that the airbag offers the greatest possible safety if it is deployed.
Adjust the head restraint so that the top edge of the head restraint is at
the same level as the upper part of your head B » Fig. 1 on page 9 (not for
seats with integrated head restraint).
Correctly fasten the seat belt » page 11, Wearing seat belts.
In exceptional cases the front passenger airbag can be deactivated
» page 18, Deactivating airbags.
WARNING
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Maintain a distance of at least 25 cm to the dash panel. Not keeping to
this minimum distance will mean that the airbag system will not be able to
properly protect you – risk of death!
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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 may suffer fatal injuries when adopting an incorrect
seated position!
Correct seated position of the rear seat passengers
Read and observe on page 9 first.
To reduce the risk of injury in the event of a sudden braking manoeuvre or an
accident, the occupants on the rear seats must observe the following.
Adjust the head restraint such that the top edge of the head restraint is at
the same level as the upper part of the head B » Fig. 1 on page 9.
Correctly fasten the seat belt » page 11, Wearing seat belts.
Use a suitable child restraint system if transporting children in the vehicle
» page 20, Transporting children safely.
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Safety
Seat belts
Wearing seat belts
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
The physical principle of a frontal collision 12
Correct routing of seat belt 12
Fastening and unfastening seat belts 13
Seat belts that are fastened correctly offer good protection in the event of an
accident. They reduce the risk of an injury and increase the chance of survival
in the event of a major accident.
Properly fastened seat belts hold occupants to correctly set seats in the right
seat position.
Particular safety aspects must be observed when transporting children in the
vehicle » page 20.
The national legal requirements must be observed when using seat belts.
WARNING
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Fasten your seat belt before each journey - even when driving in town!
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 seated 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 the correct routing of the belt
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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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Adjust the height of the belt in such a way that the shoulder part of the
belt is roughly positioned across the middle of your shoulder - on no account across your neck.
WARNING (Continued)
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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
abruptly held firm by the belt.
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The belt must not run across solid or fragile objects (e.g. spectacles, ballpoint pens, keys, etc.). Such objects can cause injury.
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 twisted or chafe against any sharp edges.
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Make sure you do not catch the seat belt in the door when closing it.
WARNING
Information on the proper use of the safety belts
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No two persons (also not children) should ever use a single seat belt together.
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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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The slot of the belt tongue must not be blocked otherwise the belt
tongue will not lock in place properly.
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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 72.
WARNING
Information on the care and maintenance of the safety belts
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The belt webbing must always be kept clean. Soiled belts may impair
proper operation of the inertia reel » page 146.
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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.
Seat belts
11
WARNING (Continued)
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Check the condition of all the seat belts on a regular basis. If any damage
to the seat belts, seat belt connections, inertia reel or the lock is detected,
the seat belt concerned must be replaced by a specialist garage.
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Damaged seat belts which have been subjected to stress in an accident
and were therefore stretched, must be replaced - this is best done by a
specialist garage. The anchorage points of the belts must also be inspected. The anchorage points for the belts should also be checked.
The physical principle of a frontal collision
Fig. 3 Driver without a fastened seat belt/rear seat passenger without a
fastened seat belt
Read and observe on page 11 first.
As soon as the vehicle is moving, so-called kinetic energy (the energy of motion) is produced, both in terms of the car as well as in terms of the occupants.
The magnitude of this kinetic energy depends essentially on the speed at
which the vehicle is travelling and on the weight of the vehicle, including the
occupants.
Doubling the speed of the vehicle from 25 km/h up to 50 km/hour increases
the kinetic energy four times.
For example, a person's weight of 80 kg “increases” at 50 km/h to 4.8 tons
(4,800 kg).
In the event of a frontal collision, occupants of the car not wearing a seat belt
are thrown forward and strike parts of the interior of the car, such as the
steering wheel, dash panel, windscreen in ways which cannot be controlled
» Fig. 3 - . In certain circumstances, you could even be thrown out of the ve-
hicle, which could cause life-threatening or even fatal injuries.
A rear seat passenger who has not fastened their seat belt is a danger not on-
ly to himself or herself but also to those seated in the front » Fig. 3 - .
Correct routing of seat belt
Fig. 4
Routing of belt webbing over the shoulders and the lap belt/Rout-
ing of belt webbing for an expectant mother
Fig. 5
Front seat: Seat belt height adjuster
Read and observe on page 11 first.
It is important that the belt is properly routed to ensure seat belts offer the
maximum protection.
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Safety
The shoulder part of the seat belt must never run across the neck but must
roughly run over the middle of the shoulder and fit snugly against the chest.
The lap part of the belt must run across the pelvis, must not be positioned
across the stomach and must always fit snugly » Fig. 4 - .
Seat belt height adjusters for front seats
The seat belt height adjuster makes it possible to adjust the routing of the
front seat belts in the area of the shoulder to the body size.
Press the height adjuster and move to the desired position » Fig. 5.
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Then pull firmly on the belt to ensure that the seat belt height adjuster has
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correctly locked in place.
Seat belts with pregnant women
Expectant women must also always wear a seat belt. This is the only way of
ensuring optimal protection for the unborn child.
With pregnant women, the lap part of the belt must be positioned as low as
possible on the pelvis to avoid exerting any pressure on the lower abdomen
» Fig. 4 - .
Fastening and unfastening seat belts
Fig. 6 Fastening/unfastening the seat belt
Read and observe on page 11 first.
Before using the seat belts the following conditions must be met.
Correctly set head restraint (not for seats with integrated head restraint).
Correctly adjusted seat (applies for the front seats).
Correctly adjusted steering wheel (applies to the Driver's seat ).
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 belonging to the seat » Fig. 6 -
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until you hear it click into place.
Pull on the belt to check that it has engaged correctly in the lock.
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Release
Release the seat belt only when the vehicle is stationary.
Press the red button in the belt buckle » Fig. 6 - and the lock tongue will
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pop out.
Manually guide the belt back so that it is easier to fully roll up the webbing
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and to ensure the seat belt does not twist.
CAUTION
When releasing the seatbelt, ensure that the tongue of the lock does not damage the door trim or other parts of the interior.
Inertia reel and belt pre-tensioners
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Inertia reel 13
Belt tensioners
Inertia reel
Each seat belt is equipped with an inertia reel. The seat belt can move freely
when it is pulled slowly.
The seat belt is locked by the inertia reel when it is pulled suddenly. The belts
also lock under full braking, under acceleration, when driving downhill and
when cornering.
WARNING
If the seat belt does not lock when it is pulled sharply, have it inspected immediately by a specialist garage.
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Seat belts
13
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 the seat belts are tightened by the belt tensioner so that
unwanted body motion is prevented.
The three-point seat belts are automatically tensioned in the event of a frontal
collision of a certain severity.
The front seat belts are automatically tensioned in the event of a side collision
of a certain severity.
Belt tensioners are not activated in the event of minor frontal, side or rearend 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 removal and installation
of system components because of other repair work, must only be carried
out by a specialist garage.
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The protective function of the system is only adequate for a single accident. If the belt tensioners have been deployed, it is then necessary to replace the entire system.
Note
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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.
■
When disposing of the vehicle or parts of the belt tensioner system, comply
with national legal requirements.
Airbag system
Description of the airbag system
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
System description 15
Airbag deployment 15
The airbag system supplements the fastened seat belts and provides additional occupant protection in severe frontal and side collisions.
The functional status of the airbag system is indicated by the indicator light
in the instrument cluster » page 34.
WARNING
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An airbag can only offer you optimal protection in combination with a
fastened seat belt.
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The airbag is not a substitute for the seat belt, but instead forms part of
the complete passive vehicle safety concept.
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To ensure passengers are protected with the greatest possible effect
when the airbag is deployed, the front seats must be correctly adjusted to
match body size » page 8, Correct and safe seated position.
■
If you do not fasten the seat belts when driving, lean too far forward or
adopt an incorrect seated position, you are exposing yourself to increased
risk of injury in the event of an accident.
WARNING
Information on the use of the airbag system
■
If there is a fault, have the airbag system checked immediately by a specialist garage. Otherwise, there is a risk of the airbag not being activated in
the event of an accident.
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No modifications of any kind must be made to parts of the airbag system.
■
Any work on the airbag system including the installation and removal of
system components due to other repair work (e.g. removal of the steering
wheel) must only be carried out by a specialist garage.
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Never make any changes to the front bumper or the bodywork.
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Safety
WARNING (Continued)
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Do not manipulate individual parts of the airbag system, as this might re-
sult in the airbag being deployed.
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The protective function of the airbag system is sufficient for only one accident. The airbag system must then be replaced if the airbag has been deployed.
System description
Read and observe
The inflation of the airbag is carried out in a fraction of a second.
When the airbags are deployed, they fill with gas and inflate.
A grey white or red, non-harmful gas is released when the airbag is inflated.
This is perfectly normal and is not an indication of a fire in the vehicle.
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the airbag system consists of the
following parts.
Front airbag for the driver and the front passenger » page 16.
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Side airbags » page 17.
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Head airbags » page 18.
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Airbag indicator light in the instrument cluster » page 34.
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Key switch for the front passenger airbag » page 19.
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Warning light for the front passenger airbag in the middle of the dash panel
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» page 19.
Note
When disposing of the vehicle or parts of the airbag system, comply with national legal requirements.
on page 14 first.
Airbag deployment
Read and observe
The airbag system is only functional when the ignition is switched on.
Triggering conditions
It is not possible to generally determine which deployment conditions apply to
the airbag system in every situation. An important role is played by factors
such as the type of object that the vehicle hits (hard/soft), the impact angle,
vehicle speed, etc.
on page 14 first.
A decisive factor for the deployment of the airbags is the deceleration which
occurs. 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.
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Front passenger airbag.
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The following airbags will be deployed in the event of a severe side collision.
Front side airbag on the side of the accident.
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Head airbags on the side of the accident.
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When an airbag is deployed, the following events occur.
The interior light comes on (if the automatic operation of the interior light is
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switched on - switch ).
The ignition is switched on.
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All the doors are unlocked.
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The fuel supply to the engine is interrupted.
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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.
Airbag overview
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Front airbags
Side airbags 17
Head airbags 18
16
Airbag system
15
Front airbags
Fig. 7 Locations of the airbags / gas filled airbags
Fig. 8
Safe distance to steering wheel
In the event of a severe frontal collision, the front airbags offer additional protection for the head and chest area of the driver and front passenger.
The driver's front airbag is located in the steering wheel, the front passenger
airbag is located in the instrument panel above the glove compartment » Fig. 7
- .
The airbags inflate in front of the driver and front passenger when they are
deployed » Fig. 7 - . The forward movement of the driver and of the front
passenger is cushioned when they make contact with the fully inflated airbag
and the risk of injury to head and chest is thus reduced.
WARNING
Information on correct seating position
■
For the driver and front passenger, it is important to maintain a distance
of at least 25 cm from the steering wheel or dashboard A » Fig. 8. Not
keeping to this minimum distance will mean that the airbag system will not
be able to properly protect you – risk of death! The front seats and the
head restraints must always also be correctly adjusted to match the body
size of the occupant.
■
The airbag develops enormous forces when triggered, which can lead to
injuries if the sitting position or seated position is not correct.
■
There must not be any further persons, animals or objects positioned between the front seated occupants and the deployment area of the airbag.
WARNING
Front airbag and transporting children
■
Never transport children on the front seat of a vehicle without using a
proper restraint system. If airbags are deployed in the event of an accident,
the child might suffer severe or even fatal injuries!
■
It is essential to switch off the front passenger airbag if you are using a
child seat on the front passenger seat in which the child is carried with its
back facing the direction of travel » page 18, Deactivating airbags. If this
is not done, there is a risk of the child suffering severe or even fatal injuries
if the front passenger airbag is deployed. When transporting a child on the
front passenger seat, pay attention to any relevant national regulations regarding the use of child safety seats.
WARNING
General information
■
The steering wheel and the surface of the airbag module in the dash panel on the passenger side must not have stickers attached, be covered or
modified in any other way. These parts should only be cleaned with a cloth
that is dry or has been moistened with water. No objects (such as cup holders, mobile phone mounts, etc.) are to be attached to the covers of the airbag modules or be located within their immediate vicinity.
■
Never place objects on the surface of the front passenger airbag module
in the dash panel.
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Safety
Note
■
In vehicles with head airbags, the lettering can be seen on the steering
wheel.
■
In vehicles with front passenger airbags, the lettering
is located on the
dash panel on the passenger side.
Side airbags
Fig. 9 Location of the side airbag in the driver's seat / gas-filled airbag
In the event of severe side collisions, the side airbags provide additional protection for the upper body (chest, stomach and pelvis) of passengers in the vehicle.
The side airbags are housed in the upholstery of the seat backrests of the
front seats » Fig. 9 - .
The load of the occupants is cushioned when plunging into the fully inflated
airbag » Fig. 9 - the risk of injury to the entire upper body (chest, stomach
and pelvis) is reduced on the side facing the door.
WARNING
Information on correct seating position
■
Your head should never be positioned in the deployment area of the side
airbag. You might suffer severe injuries in the event of an accident. This applies in particular to children who are transported without using a suitable
child safety seat » page 22, Child safety and side airbag.
WARNING (Continued)
■
There must not be any further persons, animals or objects positioned between the occupants and the deployment area of the airbag. No accessories, such as cup holders, should be attached to the doors.
■
If children adopt an incorrect seated position when travelling, they may
be exposed to an increased risk of injury in the event of an accident. This
can result in serious injuries » page 20, Child seat.
WARNING
■
Do not place any objects within the deployment area of the side airbags –
there is a risk of injury!
■
The airbag control unit 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 138, Airbags.
■
Ensure that there are no excessive forces, such as violent knocks, kicks
etc., which impact on the backrests of the seats, otherwise the system may
be damaged. The side airbags would not be deployed in such a case!
■
Any seat or protective covers which you fit to the driver or front passenger seats must only be of the type expressly authorized by ŠKODA. In view
of the fact that the airbag inflates out of the backrest of the seat, use of
non-approved seat or protective covers would considerably impair the protective function of the side airbag.
■
Any damage to the original seat covers in the area of the side airbag module must be repaired without delay by your specialist garage.
■
The airbag modules in the front seats must not display any damage,
cracks or deep scratches. It is not permissible to use force in order to open
the modules.
Note
In vehicles with side airbags, a label with the lettering is located on the
front seat backrests.
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Head airbags
Fig. 10 Location of the head airbag / gas-filled head airbag
In the event of a severe side collision, the head airbags offer additional protection for the head and neck area of passengers.
The head airbags are positioned above the doors on both sides in the interior
of the car » Fig. 10 - .
The airbag covers the windows of the front and rear doors, as well as the door
pillar when it is deployed » Fig. 10 - .
Head impact with interior parts is reduced by the inflated head airbag. The reduction in any impact to the head and the resultant minimizing of any movements of the head additionally reduce the risk of injuries to the neck area.
WARNING
■
There must not be any objects in the deployment area of the head air-
bags which might prevent the airbags from inflating properly.
■
Only hang light items of clothing on the hooks fitted in the vehicle. Never
leave any heavy or sharp-edged objects in the pockets of the items of
clothing. Additionally, clothes hangers must not be used to hang up items
of clothing.
■
The installation of impermissible accessories in the vicinity of the head
airbags can considerably impair the protection offered by the head airbag in
the event of it being deployed. When the deployed head airbag is inflated,
parts of the accessories fitted could, conditions permitting, be thrown into
the interior of the car and injure the occupants » page 136.
WARNING (Continued)
■
When objects are attached to the sun visor, the visor can not be pivoted
to the side windows. This might result in injuries to the occupants if the
head airbag is deployed.
■
There must not be any further persons, animals or objects positioned between the occupants and the deployment area of the airbag. In addition,
none of the occupants should lean their head out of the window when driving, or extend their arms and hands out of the window.
Note
In vehicles with head airbags, the lettering can be seen on the B column
cladding.
Deactivating airbags
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Deactivating airbags 18
Switching off the front passenger airbag 19
Deactivating airbags
The national regulations for switching off airbags must be observed.
If you sell your vehicle, pass on the complete vehicle documentation to the
new owner. Take care to ensure that the information relating to the possibility
of deactivating the front passenger airbag must be included!
If an airbag in the vehicle is to be turned off, then the buyer is to draw attention to this fact!
Deactivating an airbag should, for example, be considered only in the
following cases.
When using a child seat on the front passenger seat, in which the child has
›
its back to the vehicle's direction of travel (in some countries this must be in
the direction of travel due to different legal regulations applying) » page 20,
Transporting children safely.
If it is not possible to maintain a distance of at least 25 cm between the mid-
›
dle of the steering wheel and chest, despite the driver's seat being correctly
adjusted.
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If special attachments are required in the area of the steering wheel because
›
of a physical disability.
If other seats have been installed (e.g. orthopaedic seats without side air-
›
bags).
The front passenger airbag can be switched off with the key-operated switch
» Fig. 11 on page 19 - .
We recommend that you ask a ŠKODA Service Partner to switch off any other
airbags.
Deactivation indicator
Display of the airbag deactivation » page 34, Airbag system.
Note
A ŠKODA Service Partner will be able to inform you which airbags in your vehicle can/must be deactivated.
Switching off the front passenger airbag
Key-operated switch for the front passenger airbag / warning light
Fig. 11
for front seat passenger airbag deactivation
Only the front passenger airbag is deactivated with the key switch.
Key switch positions » Fig. 11 -
Passenger front airbag deactivated
Passenger front airbag activated
Switch off
Switch off the ignition.
›
Open the storage box on the front passenger's side.
›
Fold the key bit out completely for the radio key » .
›
Carefully insert the key into the key slot in the key switch as far as the stop.
›
Use the key to turn the slot of the key switch » Fig. 11 carefully into the
›
position .
Pull the key out of the slot in the key switch » .
›
Close the storage box on the front passenger's side.
›
Check that the warning light
›
up after the ignition is switched on.
When the airbag is switched off, the indicator light
ously with the ignition on. This disappears after switching off the ignition.
Switching on
Switch off the ignition.
›
Open the storage box on the front passenger's side.
›
Fold the key bit out completely for the radio key » .
›
Carefully insert the key into the key slot in the key switch as far as the stop.
›
Use the key to turn the slot of the key switch » Fig. 11 carefully into the
›
position .
Pull the key out of the slot in the key switch » .
›
Close the storage box on the front passenger's side.
›
Check that the warning light
›
up after the ignition is switched on.
When the airbag is switched on again, the indicator light
seconds after switching on the ignition.
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
deployed in the event of an accident! Have the airbag system checked by a
specialist garage immediately.
■
Do not leave the key inserted in the key-operated switch while driving vibrations can cause the key to turn in the slot and switch on the airbag!
The airbag can be triggered unexpectedly in an accident - it may result in
injury or death!
CAUTION
An insufficiently folded out key bit can damage the key switch!
warning lights flash, the front passenger airbag will not be
in the text
in the text
illuminates continu-
» Fig. 11 - lights
» Fig. 11 - lights
will go out 65
Airbag system
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Transporting children safely
Child seat
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Use of a child seat on the front passenger seat 21
Use of the child seat on the front passenger seat 21
Child safety and side airbag 22
Classification of child seats 22
Use of child seats fastened with a seat belt 22
To avoid serious injury or death children are always to be in an appropriate
child safety seat with regards to height, weight, and age.
For safety reasons, we recommend that you always transport child seats on
the rear seats.
The national legal requirements for transporting children and the use of child
seat must be observed.
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 have a test seal that cannot be removed: a large E within a circle with the test number below.
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.
WARNING
■
You should never carry children - including babies! - on your lap.
■
Never leave children unattended in the vehicle. Certain outside climatic
conditions can cause life-threatening temperatures in the vehicle.
■
The child must be secured in the vehicle throughout the journey! Otherwise, in the event of an accident, the child would be thrown through the
vehicle and as a result may suffer fatal injuries and also injure other occupants.
WARNING (Continued)
■
Children are exposed to an increased risk of injury in the event of an accident if they lean forward or adopt an incorrect seated position when the
vehicle is moving. This particularly applies to children who are transported
on the front passenger seat, as they can suffer severe, or even fatal, injuries if the airbag system is deployed!
■
Pay particular attention to the information provided by the manufacturer
of the child safety seat regarding the correct routing of the belt. Seat belts
which are not correctly adjusted can themselves cause injuries, even in minor accidents.
■
Safety belts must be checked to ensure that they are positioned properly.
Care should also be taken to ensure that the belt is not damaged by sharpedged fittings.
■
It is essential to switch off the front passenger airbag if using a child seat
on the front passenger seat in which the child is carried with its back facing
the direction of travel. Further information » page 21, Use of a child seat
on the front passenger seat.
■
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.
■
If the head restraints still prevent the child seat from being installed, even in
the highest position, you will need to remove them » page 70. 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.
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Use of a child seat on the front passenger seat
Does not apply to Taiwan
Fig. 12
Sticker on the B column on the
front passenger side
Fig. 13
Front passenger sun visor / label
Read and observe and on page 20 first.
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, even
death.
The following advice must be heeded when using a child seat in which the
child is carried on the front passenger seat.
It is essential to switch off the front passenger airbag if using a child seat in
›
which the child is carried with its back facing the direction of travel » .
Set the front passenger seat back as vertically as possible so that there is
›
firm contact between the passenger seat back and the child seat back.
Where possible, move the front passenger seat back so that there is no con-
›
tact between the front seat and the child seat behind.
Set the height-adjustable front passenger seat as high up as possible.
›
Set the front passenger seat belt as high up as possible.
›
When using a child seat where there is a height adjuster in the upper area,
›
the height of the passenger seat belt is to be set so that the belt is not
“kinked” in the height adjuster. In the event of an accident, there is the risk
of injury to the neck of the child carried due to the seat belt!
WARNING
■
Never use a child safety seat on the front passenger seat in which the
child is seated with its back facing the direction of travel, if the airbag is
switched on. This child safety seat is positioned in the deployment area of
the front passenger airbag. The airbag may cause the child severe, or even
fatal, injuries in the event of it being deployed.
■
This fact is also indicated by the label that can be found in one of the following locations.
■
On the B-column on the front passenger side » Fig. 12. The sticker is
visible when opening the front passenger door.
■
On the front passenger's sun visor. In some countries, the sticker is lo-
cated on the front seat passenger's sun visor » Fig. 13.
■
The front passenger airbag should be switched on again once the child
seat, in which the child is transported with their back to the direction of
travel, is no longer in use on the passenger seat.
Use of the child seat on the front passenger seat
Applies to Taiwan
Fig. 14 Front passenger sun visor / label
Read and observe and on page 20 first.
No babies, infants or children are to be carried on the passenger seat.
A label to this effect can also be found on the passenger's sun visor » Fig. 14.
Transporting children safely
21
Child safety and side airbag
Fig. 15
Incorrect seated position of a
child who is not properly secured
– risk from the side airbag/Child
properly protected by safety seat
Read and observe and on page 20 first.
The child must not be positioned in the area into which the side airbag will deploy » Fig. 15 - .
There must be sufficient room between the child and the area into which the
side airbag will deploy to allow the airbag to provide as much protection as
possible » Fig. 15 - .
Group
0
up to 10 kg
0+
up to 13 kg
1
9-18 kg
2
15-25 kg
3
22-36 kg
a)
If the middle rear seat is not provided with a headrest, then a child seat of Group 2 or 3 is only to be used
if this has its own built-in headrest. If the child seat of Group 2 or 3 does not have its own built-in headrest, the child seat must be attached to the outer rear seat.
U
“Universal” child seat category - a child seat designed for fastening on
the seat with the seat belt.
Front passenger
seat
U U U
U U U
U U U
U U U
U U U
Rear seats
external
Rear seat
Middle
a)
a)
Classification of child seats
Read and observe
Classification of child seats according to the ECE-R 44 standard.
Group Weight of the child Approximate age
0 up to 10 kg up to 9 months
0+ up to 13 kg up to 18 months
1 9 - 18 kg up to 4 years
2 15-25 kg up to 7 years
3 22-36 kg over 7 years
and on page 20 first.
Use of child seats fastened with a seat belt
Read and observe
Overview of the use of child seats fastened with a seat belt on each of the
seats in accordance with the ECE-R 16 standard.
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and on page 20 first.
Fastening systems
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Attachment points of the
Use of child seats with the
Attachment points of the
Attachment points of the
-system
-system
-system
-system
Fig. 16
Labels of the system
22
23
24
is a system for a fast and secure child-seat mounting.
There are two locking eyes between the rear exterior seats for fixing the child
in place using the
-system » Fig. 16.
WARNING
■
Always refer to the instructions from 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
eyes intended for the installation of a child seat with the
-system – risk
of death!
Use of child seats with the -system
Overview of the usefulness of child seats fastened with the -system on
each of the seats in accordance with the ECE-R 16 standard.
Note
■
A child seat fitted with the system can only be mounted in a vehicle fitted 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.
Group
0
up to 10 kg
0+
up to 13 kg
Size class
of the child seat
E X IL-SU X
E
C
D
1
9-18 kg
C
B
B1
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
X IL-SU X
a)
Front passenger seat Outer rear seats Rear seat middle
X IL-SU XD
X
IL-SU
IUF
X
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23
The seat is suited for installation of a -child seat with the “Semi-
IL-SU
Universal” approval. The “Semi-Universal” category means that the child
seat is approved for use with the
the list of vehicles which comes with the child seat.
The seat is suitable for the installation of a
IUF
“Universal” approval and attachment with the
The seat is not fitted with
X
-system. Note the information in
-system attachment points.
child seat with the
system belt.
Attachment points of the
is a fastening system, which restricts the movement of the upper part
of the child seat.
The anchor eyelets for attaching the belt for a child seat with the
tem are located on the rear side of the outer rear seat backrests » Fig. 17.
Some country-specific models can also be equipped with a hitch point on the
back of the middle rear seat backrest.
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
the locking eyes.
■
Only ever attach one belt from the child seat to a locking eye.
-system
Fig. 17
Attachment points of the
-system
-system on the seats equipped with
-sys-
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Fig. 18 Cockpit
Cockpit
25
Operation
Cockpit
Overview
1
Electric windows 57
2
Door opening lever 50
3
Electric exterior mirror adjustment 69
4
Air outlet vent 95
5
Parking ticket holder 75
6
Operating lever:
Turn signal light, headlight and parking light, headlight
›
flasher 61
Speed regulating system 118
›
Speed limiter 120
›
7
Steering wheel:
With horn
›
With driver’s front airbag 16
›
With buttons for the operation of the information system 39
›
With buttons for the Infotainment Control » Infotainment
›
Manual, chapter Device Operation
8
Instrument cluster 27
9
Operating lever:
Windscreen wiper and wash system 66
›
Information system 39
›
10
Depending on equipment fitted:
Storage compartment 76
›
Infotainment » User manual for Infotainment
›
11
Air outlets in the central part of the dash panel 95
12
Bar with keys depending on the equipment fitted:
Left seat heating
›
Rear window heater
›
Central locking system
›
Hazard warning light system button
›
›
airbag
Right seat heating
›
13
Interior rear-view mirror 68
Warning light for the front seat passenger
65
53
63
14
Memory card slot (in the front passenger storage compartment)
» User manual Infotainment
15
Front passenger airbag 16
16
Storage compartment on the front passenger side 80
17
Key switch for switching off the front passenger airbag (in front
passenger storage compartment) 19
18
Air outlet vent 95
19
Power window in the front passenger door 58
20
Door opening lever 50
21
Bar with keys depending on the equipment fitted:
START STOP 104
›
Stability Control (ESC deactivation / activation of the ASR) 114
›
Parking aid 116
›
Tyre Press. Loss Indicator 125
›
22
Light switch 60
23
Bonnet release lever 151
24
Regulator for headlamp beam adjustment for the headlights 60
25
Lever for adjusting the steering wheel 9
26
Ignition lock 101
27
Fuse box 181
28
Pedals 108
29
Cup holder: 76
with ashtray 77
›
with multimedia support 79
›
30
Coin and credit card holder 76
31
Handbrake lever 107
32
Depending on equipment fitted:
Gear shift lever (manual gearbox) 108
›
Selector lever (automatic gearbox)
›
33
71
19
71
Storage compartment 76
34
USB / AUX input » Infotainment Manual, chapter USB/AUX In-
puts
109
26
Operation
35
Depending on equipment fitted:
12 volt power socket 78
›
Cigarette lighter 77
›
36
Depending on equipment fitted:
Operating controls for the heating 96
›
Operating controls for the air conditioning system 97
›
Operating controls for Climatronic 97
›
Note
The layout of the controls on right-hand drive vehicles differs partially from
that shown in » Fig. 18. The symbols on the controls and switches are the
same as for left-hand drive models.
Instruments and warning lights
Instrument cluster
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Overview 28
Revolution counter 28
Display 29
Coolant temperature gauge 29
Fuel gauge 30
Counter for distance driven 30
31
The instrument cluster gives the driver basic information such as the current
speed, engine speed, the state of some vehicle systems and the like.
If there is a fault in the instrument cluster, the following message will appear
in the display.
Error: instrument cluster. Workshop!
COMBINED INSTRUM_WORKSHOP
Seek help from a specialist garage.
WARNING
Concentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver, you are fully re-
sponsible for road safety.
Note
If the message SAFE CP appears in the instrument cluster display, the component protection for the instrument cluster is active. Further information
» page 138, Component protection.
Instruments and warning lights
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