Škoda Superb 2006 Owner's Manual
ŠkodaSuperb
OWNER´ S MANUAL
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You have opted for a Škoda - our sincere thanks for your confidence in us.
Your new Škoda offers you a vehicle featuring the most modern engineering and a wide range of equipment
which you will undoubtedly wish to use to the full during your daily motoring. That is why, we recommend
that you read this Owner's Manual attentively to enable you to become familiar with your car and all that it
offers as quickly as possible.
Please do not hesitate to contact your Škoda Service Partner or importer should you have any further questions regarding any problems which may arise or your vehicle. He will be ready at any time to receive your
questions, suggestions and criticisms.
Any national legal provisions which vary from the information contained in this Owner's Manual take precedence over the information contained herein.
We wish you much pleasure with your Škoda and pleasant motoring at all times.
Your Škoda Auto
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On-board literature
The on-board literature for your vehicle consists of this “Owner's
Manual” as well as the brochures “Service schedule”, “Brief
instruction”, “Tech nic al data” and “Help on the road”. There
can also be a variety of other additional operating manuals and
instructions on-board (e.g. an operating manual for the radio)
depending on the vehicle model and equipment.
If one of the publications listed above is missing, please contact
a Škoda Service Partner immediately, where one will be glad to
assist you in such matters.
One should note that the details given in the vehicle's papers
always take precedence over those in the Owner's Manual.
Owner's Manual
This Owner's Manual describes the current scope of equip-
ment. Certain items of equipment listed are only installed later on
and only envisaged for particular markets. The illustrations can
differ in minor details from your vehicle; they are only intended for
general information.
In addition to information regarding all the controls and equipment, the Owner's Manual also contains important information
regarding care and operation for your safety and also to retain the
value of your vehicle. To provide you with valuable tips and aids.
You can learn how how you can operate your vehicle safely,
economically and in an environmentally conscious way.
For safety reasons, please also pay attention to the information on accessories, modifications and replacement of parts
⇒ page 242.
The other chapters of the Owner's Manual are also important,
however, for proper treatment of your car - in addition to regular
care and maintenance - helps to retain its value and in many
cases is also one of the conditions for possible warranty claims.
The Brief instruction
includes an overview of the most important controls of your
vehicle.
The Service schedule
contains:
• Vehicle data,
• Service intervals,
• Overview of the service work,
• Service proof,
• Confirmation of mobility warranty,
• important information on the warranty.
The confirmations of the carried out service work are one of the
conditions for possible warranty claims.
Please always present the Service schedule when you take your
car to a Škoda Service Partner.
If the Service schedule is missing or worn, please contact your
Škoda Service Partner, where your car is serviced regularly. You
will receive a duplicate, in which the previously carried out
service work are confirmed.
Help on the road
contains the addresses and telephone numbers of Škoda
Importers.
Technical Data
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includes the most important identification data of your vehicle.
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Layout of this Owner's Manual
(explanations)
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Using the system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cockpit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights
General view of the instrument cluster . . . . . .
Engine revolutions counter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Coolant temperature gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Digital clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Speedometer with counter for distance driven
Service Interval Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Multi-functional indicator (onboard computer)
Information display* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Auto Check Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Unlocking and locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing the key battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electronic immobiliser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Child safety lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Central locking system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Anti-theft alarm system* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electric sliding/tilting roof* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lights and Visibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interior lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Visibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windshield wiper and wash system . . . . . . . .
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Rear-view mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seats and Stowage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Adjusting front seats manually . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Adjusting front seats electrically* . . . . . . . . . .
11
Front passenger seat with a folding central back
rest* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13
Footrest at the rear* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Seat heaters* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
14
Pedals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
14
Luggage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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The cool box behind the armrest of the rear
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seats* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
16
CargoFlex folding box* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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The roof luggage rack system . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Cup holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Ashtrays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
24
Cigarette lighters and power sockets . . . . . . .
27
Storage facilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
38
Heating and air conditioning system . . . . .
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Air conditioning system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
39
Climatronic* (automatic air conditioning) . . . .
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Starting-off and Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Setting steering wheel position . . . . . . . . . . .
41
Ignition lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Starting the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Switching the engine off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Shifting (manual gearbox) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
52
Handbrake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
56
Parking aid* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Front and rear parking aid* . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
65
Cruise control system (CCS)* . . . . . . . . . . . .
67
Automatic gearbox* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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5-speed automatic gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
71
Communicating and Navigating . . . . . . . . .
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Multifunction steering wheel* . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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CD changer* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mobile phone, two-way radio system and
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navigation system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
81
Passive Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Basic information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
88
Correct seated position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Why seat belts? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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The physical principle of a frontal collision . .
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Important safety information regarding the use
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of seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
How are seat belts correctly fastened? . . . . .
108
Belt tensioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Airbag system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Description of the airbag system . . . . . . . . . .
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Front airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
120
Side airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
121
Head airbags* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
122
Deactivating an airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
123
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Transporting children safely . . . . . . . . . . . . .
What you should know about transporting
children! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Child seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Attaching child safety seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Driving Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Intelligent Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electronic stability programme (ESP)* . . . . . .
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake booster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Antilock brake system (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake Assist* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Driving and the Environment . . . . . . . . . . . .
The first 1 500 kilometres and then afterwards
Catalytic converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Driving in an economical and environmentally
conscious manner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Environmental compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Motoring abroad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Avoiding damage to your vehicle . . . . . . . . . .
Towing a trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Towing a trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Detachable towing device* . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Maintenance . . . . . . . . . .
Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the
vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Care of the exterior of vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . .
Care of the interior of vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Petrol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
174
Diesel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
178
Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
181
Inspecting and Replenishing . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Overview of the engine compartment . . . . . .
185
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cooling system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
185
Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
185
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
188
Windshield washer system . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
189
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Wheels and Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
190
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
191
Accessories, changes and replacement of
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parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
192
Accessories and replacement parts . . . . . . .
193
Technical changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
194
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Breakdown assistance . . . . . . . .
199
Breakdown assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
199
First-aid box* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
200
Warning triangle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
200
Fire extinguisher* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
202
Vehicle tool kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spare wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing a wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
205
Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tow-starting and towing vehicle . . . . . . . . . . .
205
Fuses and light bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
205
Electric fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
205
Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
211
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Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
214
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
214
Identification data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Layout of this Owner's Manual (explanations)
The Owner's Manual has been systematically designed, in order to make
it easy for you to find and absorb the information you require.
Chapters, table of contents and subject index
The text of the manual are divided into relatively short sections which are
combined into easy-to-read chapters. The chapter you are reading at any
particular moment is highlighted at the bottom right of the page.
The Table of contents is arranged according to the chapters and the
detailed Subject index at the end of the Owner's Manual helps you to
rapidly find the information you are looking for.
Sections
The majority of Sections apply to all models.
Since there is a wide range of different equipment and options available it
is clearly unavoidable, despite dividing the contents into sections, that
mention may be made of equipment which is not fitted to your vehicle.
Equipment which is marked * is only standard on certain vehicle model
versions or only suppliable as optional equipment for certain models.
Brief information and instructions
Each section has a Heading.
This is followed by Brief information (in large italic lettering), which tells
you the subject which is dealt with in this section.
Most of the illustrations are accompanied by an Instruction (in relatively
large letters) which explains to you in a straightforward way the action you
have to take. Work steps which have to be carried out are illustrated with
a hyphen.
Notes
All four kinds of notes, which are used in the text, are always stated at the
end of the respective section.
WARNING
The most important notes are marked with the heading Warning.
These Warning notes draw your attention to a serious risk of accident or injury. While reading the text you will frequently encounter
a double arrow followed by a small warning symbol. This symbol is
intended to draw your attention to a Warning note at the end of the
section to which you must pay careful attention.
Caution
A Caution note draws your attention to the possibility of damage to your
vehicle (e.g. damage to gearbox), or points out general risks of an accident.
For the sake of the environment
An Environmental note draws your attention to environmental protection
aspects. This is where you will, for example, find tips aimed at reducing
your fuel consumption.
Note
A normal Note draws your attention in a general way to important information.
Direction indications
All direction indications such as “left”, “right”, “front”, “rear” relate to the
direction of travel of the vehicle.
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Fig. 1 Certain items of equipment shown in the illustration are only fitted to particular model versions or are optional items of equipment
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General view
This general view is designed to help you to quickly
become familiar with the instruments, gauges and
controls.
1
Power windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2
Central locking switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3
Door handle
4
Electric exterior mirror adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5
Light switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6
Air outlet vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7
Headlight range adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8
Lever for turn signal lights and main beam . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9
Instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10
Lever and switches for:
− Windshield wiper/wash system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− Multi-functional indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11
Switch for rear window heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12
Depending on equipment fitted:
− Radio
− Navigation system (Navigation, Radio, CD Player)
13
Switch for hazard warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
14
Air outlet vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
15
Switch for windscreen heater* / Indicator light for a switched
off front seat passenger airbag* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
16
Indicator light for a switched off front seat passenger airbag*
17
Front passenger airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Switch for the front passenger airbag* in front passenger
stowage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
19
Fuel filler flap remote release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
20
Tailgate release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
21
Deactivating boot lid remote release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
22
Fuse box (on side of dash panel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
23
Bonnet remote release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
24
Storage compartments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
25
Lever for adjusting the steering wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
26
Steering wheel:
− with horn
− with driver airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− with pushbuttons for radio, mobile phone and cruise
control system (CCS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
27
Ignition lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
28
Depending on equipment fitted:
− Switch for ESP* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− Switch for TCS* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
29
Control dial for heating on the driver's seat . . . . . . . . . . . .
30
Depending on equipment fitted:
− Air conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− Climatronic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
31
Ashtray, cigarette lighter/socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
32
Handbrake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
33
Depending on equipment fitted:
− Gearshift lever for manual gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− Selector lever for automatic gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
34
Storage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Control dial for heating on the front passenger seat . . . . . .
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Lockable storage compartment on the front passenger side
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Note
• Equipment which is marked * is only standard on certain vehicle model
versions or only suppliable as optional equipment for certain models.
• Vehicles with factory-fitted radio, mobile phone, navigation system, CD
player etc. are supplied with separate instructions for operating such
equipment.
• The arrangement of the controls and switches and the location of
some items on right-hand drive models may differ from that shown in
⇒ page 10, fig. 1. The symbols on the controls and switches are the same
as for left-hand drive models.
Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights
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General view of the instrument cluster
Fig. 2 Instrument cluster
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Engine revolutions counter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2
Coolant temperature gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3
Fuel gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Information display* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Speedometer
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− with trip counter for distance driven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− with Service Interval Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
When the lights are switched on, the instrument cluster is illuminated.
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Engine revolutions counter
The start of the red zone in the revolutions counter ⇒ page 13, fig. 2
indicates the maximum permissible engine speed for all gears for an
engine which has been run in and operating at a normal temperature. You
should shift into the next higher gear before this red zone is reached, or
move the selector lever into position D if your car is fitted with an automatic
gearbox.
One should shift to the next lower gear at the latest when the engine is no
longer running “smoothly”.
Avoid high engine speeds during the running-in period ⇒ page 192.
Caution
The needle of the revolutions counter must on no account move into the
red zone of the scale - risk of engine damage!
For the sake of the environment
Shifting up early helps you save fuel and reduce the operating noise of
your vehicle.
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Coolant temperature gauge
The coolant temperature gauge ⇒ page 13, fig. 2 operates only when
the ignition is switched on.
In order to avoid any damage to the engine, please pay attention to the
following notes regarding the temperature ranges:
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Cold range
If the pointer is in the left-hand area of the scale it means that the engine
has not yet reached its operating temperature. Avoid running at high
engine speeds, at full throttle and at severe engine loads.
The operating range
The engine has reached its operating temperature as soon as the pointer
moves into the mid-range of the scale. The pointer may also move further
to the right at high engine loads and high outside temperatures. This is not
critical provided the warning symbol in the instrument cluster does not
flash.
If the symbol in the instrument cluster flashes it means that either the
coolant temperature is too high or the coolant level is too low. Please
refer to the guidelines ⇒ page 32, “Coolant temperature, Coolant quantity
”.
WARNING
Pay attention to the warning notes ⇒ page 219, “Working in the
engine compartment” before opening the bonnet and inspecting
the coolant level.
Caution
Additional headlights and other attached components in front of the fresh
air inlet impair the cooling efficiency of the coolant. There is then a risk of
the engine overheating at high outside temperatures and high engine
loads!
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Fuel gauge
The fuel gauge ⇒ page 13, fig. 2 only operates when the ignition is
switched on.
The fuel tank has a capacity of about 62 litres. The warning symbol in
the instrument cluster lights up when the pointer reaches the reserve
marking. There are now about 8 litres of fuel remaining in the tank. This
symbol is a reminder for you, that you must refuel.
The following will be displayed in the information display*:
PLEASE REFUEL
A peep sounds as an additional warning signal.
Caution
Never run the fuel tank completely empty! An irregular fuel supply can
result in poor ignition or misfiring. Unburnt fuel may get into the exhaust
system and damage the catalytic converter.
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Digital clock
Fig. 3 Instrument
cluster: Digital clock
You can set the time with the reset button at the bottom right next
to the rev counter.
Set hours
– Turn the reset button to the left.
Setting minutes
– Turn the reset button to the right.
WARNING
The clock should not be adjusted while driving for safety reasons
but only when the vehicle is stationary!
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Speedometer with counter for distance
driven
Fig. 4 Instrument
cluster: Counter for
distance driven
The distance which you have driven with your vehicle is shown in kilometres (km). On certain model versions, the readout is shown in “miles”.
Bottom counter (trip counter) for distance driven
The bottom counter indicates the distance which you have driven since
this counter was last reset - in steps of 100 metres or 1/10 of a mile. It can
be reset to zero by pressing the reset button next to the trip counter
⇒ fig. 4.
Top counter for distance driven
The top counter for distance driven indicates the total distance in kilometres or miles which the vehicle has been driven.
Fault display
dEF will appear as a constant text in the display field of the counter for
distance driven if there is a fault in the instrument cluster. Have the fault
rectified as soon as possible by a specialist workshop.
Warning against excessive speeds*
An acoustic warning signal will sound when the vehicle speed exceeds
120 kilometres per hour. The acoustic warning signal will switch off again
when the vehicle speed goes below this speed limit.
This function is only valid for some countries.
WARNING
Never seek to adjust the trip counter for distance driven while
driving for safety reasons!
Service Interval Display
Fig. 5 Instrument
cluster: Service
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Depending on the equipment installed in the vehicle, the information
appears in the display of the counter for distance driven or in the information display⇒ page 16, fig. 5.
Service Interval Display
If the due date for the service is reached, the following text appears after
switching on the ignition:
in the display of the trip counter
Service 1 500 km
in information display
SERVICE in 1500 km
Prior to the due date for the service the kilometre readout decreases in
steps of 100 km. As soon as the due date for the service is reached, the
following text appears:
in the display of the trip counter
Service
in information display
SERVICE NOW
The display disappears within 20 seconds after starting the engine. The
trip counter is also displayed after pressing the reset button of the trip
counter (for more than 1 second).
Resetting Service Interval Display
We recommend having this resetting performed by a specialist garage.
The specialist garage:
• resets the memory of the display after the appropriate inspection,
• makes an entry in the Service schedule,
• affix the sticker with the entry of the following service interval to the
side of the dash panel on the driver's side.
It is also possible for you to reset the Service Interval Display with the
reset button ⇒ page 16, fig. 5 as follows (does not apply to models
with fixed service intervals - QG2).
• Switch off the ignition (if not already off), press the reset button and
hold it down.
• Switch the ignition on and release the reset button . The text
Service or service now appears in the display.
• Turn the button for resetting the clock to the right - the display is
reset.
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Caution
We recommend that you do not reset the Service Interval Display yourself
otherwise this can result in the service interval display being incorrectly
set, which may also result in problems with operation of your vehicle.
Note
• Never reset the display between service intervals otherwise this may
result in incorrect readouts.
• Information is retained in the Service Interval Display also after the
battery of the vehicle is disconnected.
• It is necessary to re-code the Service Interval Display if a new instru-
ment cluster is installed during repair work. This work is carried out by a
specialist garage.
• After resetting the display with flexible service intervals (QG1) using
the reset button , the data displayed are the same as for a car with fixed
service intervals (QG2). We therefore recommend having the Service
Interval Display reset only by a Škoda Service Partner who is familiar with
the procedure for resetting the display with a vehicle system tester.
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• Please refer to the brochure Service schedule for extensive informa-
tion about the service intervals.
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Multi-functional indicator (onboard
computer)
Introduction
Fig. 6 Multi-functional
indicator: Average fuel
consumption
The multi-functional indicator appears in the display of the revolutions
counter ⇒ page 13, fig. 2 or in the information display ⇒ fig. 6 depending
on the equipment fitted to your vehicle.
The multi-functional indicator offers you a range of useful information.
The outside temperature ⇒ page 20
Range ⇒ page 20
Current fuel consumption ⇒ page 20
Average fuel consumption ⇒ page 21
Driving time ⇒ page 21
Distance driven ⇒ page 21
Average speed ⇒ page 21
Note
In certain national versions the displays appear in the Imperial system of
measures.
Memory
Fig. 7 Multi-functional
indicator: Memory level
The multi-functional indicator is equipped with two automatic memories.
You can see the memory which is currently being shown in the display
from the negatively displayed number ⇒ fig. 7.
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The data of the single-trip memory (memory 1) is shown if a 1 appears in
the display. A 2 shown in the display means that data relates to the total
distance memory (memory 2).
Switching of the memory takes place when the button ⇒ fig. 8.
Single-trip memory (memory 1)
The single-trip memory collates the driving information from the moment
the ignition is switched on until it is switched off. New data will also flow
into the calculation of the current driving information if the trip is continued
within 2 hours after switching off the ignition. The memory will be is automatically erased, on the other hand, if the trip is interrupted for more than
2 hours.
Total-trip memory (memory 2)
The total distance driven memory gathers data from any number of individual journeys up to a total of 99 hours and 59 minutes driving or 9.999
kilometres driven. The memory is deleted when either of these limits is
reached and the calculation starts from anew.
The total-trip memory will not, contrary to the single-trip memory, be
deleted after a period of interruption of driving of 2 hours.
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Note
All information in the memory is erased if the battery of the vehicle is
disconnected.
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Fig. 8 Multi-functional
indicator: Control
elements
The rocker switch and the button are located in the grip of
the window wiper lever ⇒ fig. 8.
Selecting the memory
– Repeated short-term pressing of the button allows one to
select the individual memories.
Selecting the functions
– Press the rocker switch up or down. This will cause the
individual functions of the multi-functional indicator to appear
in the display one after the other.
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B
Setting function to zero
– Select the memory you want.
– Press button for more than 1 second.
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The following readouts of the selected memory will be set to zero by
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button :
• average fuel consumption,
• distance driven,
• average speed,
• driving time.
You can only operate the multi-functional indicator when the ignition is
switched on. After the ignition is switched on, the function displayed is the
one which you last selected before switching off the ignition.
The outside temperature indicator will appear with a snowflake symbol
and a warning signal sounds* when the outside temperature lies between
+5°C and -5°C. The symbol warns the driver of the possible danger of ice
on the road. After the rocker switch is pressed, the function displays
the one which you last selected before switching off the ignition.
Outside temperature
The outside temperature appears in the display when the ignition is
switched on.
The correct outside temperature will be indicated with a delay of 5
minutes. If the vehicle is stationary (or driven at a very low speed) the
temperature indicated may be slightly higher than the actual outside
temperature because of heat radiated by the engine.
The outside temperature indicator will appear with a snowflake symbol
(warning signal for ice on the road) and a warning signal sounds* when
the outside temperature lies between +5°C and -5°C.
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WARNING
Do not only rely upon the information given on the outside temperature display that there is no ice on the road. Please note that black
ice may also be present on the road surface even at temperatures
around +5°C - warning, drive with care!
Note
The outside temperature is not indicating when showing navigation data
(guidance to the destination). It must be called up over the menu (valid for
vehicles which have a navigation and information display).
Range
The estimated range in kilometres is shown on the display. It indicates the
distance you can still drive with your vehicle based on the present level of
fuel in the tank for the same style of driving. The readout is shown in steps
of 5 km.
The fuel consumption for the last 50 km is taken as a basis for calculating
the range. If you drive in a more economical manner from this moment on,
the range will be increased accordingly.
You first drive 50 km if the readout is reset (after disconnecting the battery)
before a new readout for the range is displayed.
Fuel - present consumption
The current fuel consumption level is shown in the display in litres/100 km.
This information can help you to adapt your style of driving to the fuel
consumption you wish to achieve.
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The display appears in litres/hour if the vehicle is stationary or driving at a
low speed.
Average fuel consumption
The average fuel consumption since the memory was last erased is
shown in the display in litres/100 km ⇒ page 18. This information can help
you to adapt your style of driving to the fuel consumption you wish to
achieve.
If you wish to determine the average fuel consumption over a certain
period of time you must first erase the memory at the start of the new
measurement using the button ⇒ page 19, fig. 8. A zero appears in
the display for the first 300 m you drive after erasing the memory.
The indicated value will be updated every 30 metres while you are driving.
Note
The amount of fuel consumed will not be indicated.
Driving time
The driving time which has elapsed since the memory was last erased,
appears in the display ⇒ page 18. If you wish to calculate the driving time
from a particular time of day you must first erase the memory at this
moment in time by pressing the button ⇒ page 19, fig. 8.
The maximum time indicated in both switch positions is 99 hours and 59
minutes. The indicator is set back to null if this period is exceeded.
Distance driven
The distance driven since the memory was last erased appears in the
display ⇒ page 18. If you wish to calculate the distance driven from a
particular time of day you must first erase the memory at this moment in
time by pressing the button ⇒ page 19, fig. 8.
The maximum distance indicated in both switch positions is 9 999 km. The
indicator is set back to null if this period is exceeded.
Average speed
The average speed since the memory was last erased is shown in the
display in km/hour ⇒ page 18. If you wish to determine the average speed
over a certain period of time you must first erase the memory at the start
of the new measurement using the button ⇒ page 19, fig. 8.
A zero appears in the display for the first 100 m you drive after erasing the
memory.
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Information display*
Introduction
Fig. 9 Instrument
cluster: Information
display
The information display provides you with information in a convenient way
concerning the current operating state of your vehicle. The information
system also provides you with data (depending on the equipment installed
in the vehicle) relating to the radio, multi-functional indicator, navigation
system and automatic gearbox.
Certain functions and operating conditions are always being checked on
the vehicle when the ignition is switched on and also while driving.
Functional faults, if required repair work and other information are indicated by red symbols ⇒ page 25 and yellow symbols ⇒ page 26.
Lighting up of these symbols is combined with an acoustic warning signal.
Information and texts giving warnings are also shown in the display
⇒ page 27.
The display of text is possible in the following languages:
Czech, English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese.
You can have the relevant language set by a specialist garage.
The following information can be shown in the display (depending on the
equipment installed on the vehicle):
Menu ⇒ page 23
Door, luggage compartment door and bonnet ajar
warning
Radio display ⇒ page 24
Information from the telephone ⇒ page 139
Service Interval Display ⇒ page 16
Selector lever position for an automatic gearbox ⇒ page 132
On models fitted with an automatic gearbox, the information in the display
appears only after a drive position is engaged.
⇒ page 24
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Menu
Fig. 10 Information
display: Menu
Fig. 11 Information
display: Control
elements
– You can select the menu through the rocker switch . The
selected information is displayed after pressing the button
for a short time or after releasing the rocker switch (after
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about 4 seconds).
You can select the following information (depending on the equipment
installed on the vehicle):
TRIP COMPUTER (AUTO COMPUTER) ⇒ page 18
CAR STATUS ⇒ page 24
DISPLAY OFF
NAVIGATION ⇒ page 26
After selecting the menu DISPLAY OFF the display is switched off. Press
rocker switch for at least 1 second to switch the display on again.
The Information CAR STATUSflashes in the menu if there is something
which is not in proper order on the vehicle (e.g. warning of a low fuel level).
The first warning will be displayed after switching over to CAR STATUS.
You can then display other operating conditions afterwards using the
switch-over function (such as water level low).
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– You can activate the menu by pressing the rocker switch
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⇒ fig. 11 for more than 1 second.
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Door, luggage compartment door and bonnet ajar
warning
Fig. 12 Information
display: Door warning
The door, luggage compartment door and bonnet ajar warning lights up
when at least one of the three items door, luggage compartment or bonnet
are not closed when the ignition is turned on. The symbol indicates which
door is still open or whether the luggage compartment door or bonnet is
not closed ⇒ fig. 12.
The symbol goes out as soon as the doors, luggage compartment door
and bonnet are completely closed.
As an additional warning signal, a 3 time peep sounds if the car is driven
at a speed of more than 6km/hour and if the door is open.
Radio display
Fig. 13 Information
display: Radio display
These displays appear in addition to the normal information in the radio
display.
Auto Check Control
Car state
The Auto Check Control carries out a check of certain functions and
vehicle components. The check is performed constantly when the ignition
is switched on, both when the vehicle is stationary, as well as when
driving.
Operational faults, urgent repairs, service work or other information
appear in the display of the instrument cluster. The displays are shown
with a red or yellow light symbol depending on the priority of the message.
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The red symbols indicate danger (priority 1) while the yellow symbols indicate a warning (priortity 2). Information for the driver may also appear in
addition to the symbols ⇒ page 27.
Investigate the displayed faults as soon as possible. If several operational
faults exist at the same time, the symbols will appear one after the other
and are each visible for about 2 seconds.
The error messages are faded out after 10 seconds or by actuating the
rocker switch ⇒ page 23, fig. 11 and are stored under the information
CAR STATUS.
There is at least one error message to be read when the term CAR
STATUS is flashing in the main menu. The display will show STATUS 1/2
(for example) if a number of error messages are present. This display indicates that the first of a total of two error messages should be displayed.
Actuate the rocker switch , to call up the individual error messages.
If a fault occurs, a warning signal will also sound in addition to the symbol
and text in the display:
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• Priority 2 - one warning signal
Operational check of the automatic gearbox
When the ignition is switched on, the Auto Check Control automatically
carries out an operational check. The following text will appear first if the
selector lever is the position P or N:
"APPLY FOOT BRAKE WHEN SELECTING GEAR WITH VEHICLE
STATIONARY." (Apply foot brake when selecting a gear while the
vehicle is stationary).
You must depress the brake pedal first and press the Shiftlock button at
the same time in order to move the selector lever out of these positions.
The text will disappear once you select a drive position (R, D etc.), and the
Auto Check Control function is displayed.
If the Auto Check Control detects faults, these will be displayed about 15
seconds after starting the engine in place of the text shown above. A
warning signal sounds at the same time.
Red symbols
A red symbol signals danger.
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display: Oil pressure is
low
Proceed as follows if a red symbol is displayed:
– Stop the vehicle.
– Switch the engine off.
– Investigate the function indicated.
– Obtain professional assistance.
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Meaning of the red symbols:
Faults in the brake surface ⇒ page 36
Coolant level too low/coolant tempera-
ture too high
Engine oil pressure too low ⇒ page 33
Three successive warning signals will sound if a red symbol appears. The
symbol continues flashing until the fault is rectified.
If several operational faults of priority 1 exist, the symbols appear one after
the other and are each illuminated for about 2 seconds.
⇒ page 32
Yellow symbols
A yellow symbol signals a warning.
Fig. 15 Information
display: Fuel level low
The meaning of the yellow symbols:
Fuel level low ⇒ page 32
Check engine oil level, engine oil sensor
faulty
Brake pad worn ⇒ page 32
Washer fluid level low ⇒ page 34
Light bulb defect ⇒ page 34
Light bulb in the brake light defect ⇒ page 34
One warning signal will sound if a yellow symbol appears.
If several operational faults of priority 2 exist, the symbols appear one after
the other and are each illuminated for about 2 seconds.
Check the relevant function as soon as possible.
⇒ page 33
Navigation system*
The controls for the navigation system, radio, CD player are located in the
centre console on both sides of the monitor screen. Navigation data is
also shown in the information display of the instrument cluster.
Information and warning texts are displayed preferentially when the navigation system is switched on.
Operation of the navigation system is described in separate operating
instructions to be found in the on-board literature.
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The warning lights indicate certain functions or faults.
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Fig. 16 Instrument cluster with warning lights
Turn signal lights (to the left)
Turn signal lights (to the right)
Main beam
Airbag system
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Turn signal system for vehicles towing a
trailer
Low beam
Fog lights
Rear fog light
⇒ page 29
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EPC fault light (petrol engine)
Diesel particle filter (diesel engine)
Glow plug system (diesel engine)
Coolant temperature/coolant level
Brake pad wear
Bonnet
Fuel reserve
Engine oil
Open door
Fluid level in windshield washer system
Bulbs
Control system for exhaust
Electronic stability programme (ESP)*
Traction control system (TCS)*
Antilock brake system (ABS)
Electronic immobiliser
⇒ page 30
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⇒ page 31
⇒ page 32
⇒ page 32
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⇒ page 33
⇒ page 34
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⇒ page 34
⇒ page 34
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⇒ page 35
⇒ page 35
⇒ page 36
Brake system
Dynamo
Seat belt warning light
WARNING
⇒ page 36
⇒ page 37
⇒ page 37
• If you do not pay attention to the warning lights coming on and
the corresponding descriptions and warning notes, this may result
in severe body injuries or major vehicle damage.
• The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. There
is a risk of injuries, scalding, accidents and fire when working in the
engine compartment, e.g. inspecting and replenishing oil and other
fluids. It is also essential to observe all warnings ⇒ page 219.
Note
• Arrangement of the indicator lights depends on the model and model
version. The symbols shown in the following functional description are to
be found as indicator lights in the instrument cluster.
• Operational faults are shown in the display of the instrument cluster as
red symbols (priority 1 - danger) or yellow symbols (priority 2 - warning).
Turn signal system
Either the left or right indicator light flashes depending on the position of the turn signal lever.
The indicator light flashes at twice its normal rate if a turn signal light fails.
This does not apply when towing a trailer.
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Switching off the hazard warning light system is switched on will cause all
of the turn signal lights as well as both indicator lights to flash.
Further information about the turn signal system ⇒ page 59.
Main beam
The indicator light comes on when the main beam is selected or also
when the headlight flasher is operated.
Further information about the main beam ⇒ page 59.
Airbag system
Monitoring the airbag system
The warning light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is
switched on.
There is a fault in the system if the warning light does not go out or comes
on or flashes while driving ⇒ . This also applies if the warning light
does not come on when the ignition is switched on.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
AIRBAG FAULT
The functionality of the airbag system is also monitored electronically,
when one airbag has been switched off
Front, side or head front passenger airbags which have been
switched off using the vehicle system tester:
• The warning light lights up for 3 seconds after switching on the igni-
tion and then flashes for 12 seconds afterwards in 2 second intervals.
Front, side or head passenger airbags which have been switched off
using the switch (for switching off airbags)* in the storage compartment on the front passenger side:
• The warning light comes on for 3 seconds after the ignition has
been switched on.
• Switching off airbags is indicated in the middle of the dash panel by the
lighting up of the indicator light (airbag switched off)
⇒ page 172.
WARNING
Have the airbag system checked immediately by a specialist
garage if a fault exists. Otherwise, there is a risk of the airbag not
being activated in the event of an accident!
Note
Further information about switching off airbags ⇒ page 171, “Deactivating
an airbag”.
Turn signal system for vehicles towing a trailer
The indicator light on vehicles towing a trailer flashes together with the
respective indicator light for the turn signal system.
The indicator light
on the vehicle is not operating.
Low beam
The indicator light comes on when low beam is selected ⇒ page 56.
does not flash if a turn signal light on the trailer or
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