Volkswagen Citigo User Manual
SIMPLY CLEVER
ŠKODA Citigo
OWNER'S MANUAL
Preface
You have opted for a ŠKODA – our sincere thanks for your confidence in us.
Your new
which you will undoubtedly wish to use to the full during your daily motoring. We therefore recommend that
you read this Owner's Manual attentively to enable you to become familiar with your vehicle and all that it
offers as quickly as possible.
Please do not hesitate to contact a specialist garage or your importer should you have any further questions
or any problems regarding your vehicle which may arise. He will be ready at any time to receive your questions, suggestions and criticisms.
National legal provisions, which deviate from the information contained in these operating instructions, take
precedence over the information contained in the operating instructions.
We wish you much pleasure with your ŠKODA and pleasant motoring at all times.
Your ŠKODA AUTO a.s. (hereinafter ŠKODA)
ŠKODA offers you a vehicle featuring the most modern engineering and a wide range of equipment
£
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On-board literature
The on-board literature for your vehicle consists of this “
ual” as well as a “Service schedule” and the “Help on the road” brochure. 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 an authorised ŠKODA dealer immediately, where one will be glad to assist
you in such matters.
One should note that the details given in the vehicle's technical documentation always take precedence over those in this Owner's Manual.
Owner's Manual
These operating instructions describe all possible equipment variants
without identifying them as special equipment, model variants or market-dependent equipment.
Consequently, this vehicle does not need to contain all of the equip-
ment components described in these operating instructions.
The scope of equipment for your vehicle is described in the sales documentation you were given when purchasing the car. For more information, contact your local ŠKODA retailer.
The illustrations can differ in minor details from your vehicle; they are
only intended for general information.
In addition to information regarding all the controls and equipment, the
Owner's Manual also contains important information regarding care and
operation for your safety and also to retain the value of your vehicle. To
provide you with valuable tips and aids. You will learn how you can operate your vehicle safely, economically and in an environmentally conscious way.
For safety reasons, please also pay attention to the information on accessories, modifications and replacement of parts ⇒ page 123.
Owner's Man-
The other chapters of the Owner's Manual are also important, however,
for proper treatment of your car - in addition to regular care and maintenance - helps to retain its value and in many cases is also one of the
conditions for possible warranty claims.
The Service schedule
contains:
● Vehicle data,
● Service intervals,
● Overview of the service work,
● Service proof,
● Confirmation of mobility warranty (only valid in certain countries),
● important information on the warranty.
The confirmations of the carried out service work are one of the conditions for possible warranty claims.
Please always present the Service schedule when you take your car to
an authorised ŠKODA Service Partner.
If the Service schedule is missing or worn, please contact your authorised ŠKODA Service Partner, where your car is serviced regularly. You
will receive a duplicate, in which the previously carried out service work
are confirmed.
The Help on the Road brochure
Contains the most important telephone numbers in individual countries
as well as the addresses and telephone numbers of ŠKODA importers.
Table of Contents
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Layout of this Owner's Manual
(explanations) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Using the system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Cockpit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Instruments and warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Overview of the Instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Fuel gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Engine revolutions counter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Counter for distance driven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Service Interval Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Recommended gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Multi-functional indicator (onboard computer) . . . . . . . 10
Warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Unlocking and locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Vehicle key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Central locking system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Electrical power windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Rear windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Panoramic sliding roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Lights and Visibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Interior light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Visibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Windscreen wipers and washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Rear window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Seats and Stowage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Front seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Head restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Front seat heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Rear seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Luggage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Roof rack system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Cup holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Ash tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Cigarette lighter, power sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Stowage compartments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Clothes hooks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Parking ticket holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Heating and air conditioning system . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Introducing the subject . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Air outlet vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
The air conditioning system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Starting-off and Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Adjusting the steering wheel position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Ignition lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Starting engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Shifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Pedals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Handbrake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Parking distance control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Cruise Control System (GRA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
START-STOP system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
City Safe Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Navigation unit Move & Fun . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Passive safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Basic information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Right seat position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Why seat belts? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
The physical principle of a frontal collision . . . . . . . . . . 72
Important safety information regarding the use of
seat belts
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
How are seat belts correctly fastened?
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Airbag system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Description of the airbag system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Front airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Side airbags Head-Thorax . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Switching off the airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Transporting children safely . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
What you should know about transporting children! . 82
Child seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Child seat attachment with the TOP TETHER system 86
Driving Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Intelligent Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Electronic stability programme (ESP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Electromechanical power steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Driving and the Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
The first 1 500 kilometres and then afterwards . . . . . . 93
Catalytic converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Economical and environmentally friendly driving . . . . . 94
Environmental compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Driving abroad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Avoiding damage to your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Driving through water on the street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
General Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the
vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Care of the exterior of vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Care of the interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Petrol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
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Inspecting and replenishing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Engine compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Cooling system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Vehicle battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Windscreen washer system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Wheels and Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Service life of tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Wear indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Exchanging tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
New wheels and tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Wheel bolts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Winter tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Unidirectional tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Snow chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Accessories, changes and replacement of parts . 123
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Towing a trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Do-it-yourself . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Do-it-yourself . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
First-aid kit and warning triangle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Fire extinguisher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Vehicle tool kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Spare wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Changing a wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Breakdown kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Towing the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Fuses and light bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Electrical fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Used abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Performances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Vehicle identification data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Fuel consumption according to the ECE standards and
EU guidelines
Dimensions
Engine oil specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
1.0 l/44 kW Engine - EU5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
1.0 l/55 kW Engine - EU5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Layout of this Owner's Manual (explanations)
5Layout of this Owner's Manual (explanations)
The Owner's Manual has been systematically designed in order to make it easy for
you to search for and obtain the information you require.
Chapters, table of contents and subject index
The text of the Owner's manual is divided into relatively short sections which are
combined into easy-to-read chapters. The chapter you are reading at any particular moment is always highlighted at the bottom right of the page.
The Table of contents is arranged according to the chapters and the detailed Sub-
ject 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 clear-
ly unavoidable, despite dividing the contents into sections, that mention may be
made of equipment which may not be fitted to your vehicle.
Brief information and instructions
Each section has a Heading.
This is followed by Brief information (in large italic lettering), which tells you the
subject which is dealt with in this section.
Most of the illustrations are accompanied by an Instruction (in large letters) which
explains to you in a straightforward way the action you have to take. Work steps
which have to be carried out begin with a hyphen.
Direction indications
All direction indications such as “left”, “right
of travel of the vehicle.
”, “front”, “rear” relate to the direction
Explanation of symbols
End of a section.
£ The section is continued on the next page.
Notes
All four kinds of notes, which are used in the text, are always stated at the end of
the respective section.
WARNING
The most important notes are marked with the heading WARNING. These
WARNING notes draw your attention to a
While reading the text you will frequently encounter a double arrow followed
by a small triangle with an exclamation mark. 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.
serious risk of accident or injury.
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 for
the operation of your vehicle.
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Fig. 1 Cockpit
Using the system
Cockpit
Overview
This overview will help you to quickly familiarise yourself with the
displays and the control elements.
1
Electrical power window in the driver's door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
2
Central locking system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
3
Electric exterior mirror adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
4
Air outlet vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
5
Lever for the multi-functional switch:
– Turn signal lights and main beam, headlight flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
– Speed regulating system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
6
Steering wheel:
– with horn
– with driver airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
7
Instrument cluster: Instruments and indicator lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
8
Lever for the multi-functional switch:
– Multi-functional indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
– Windshield wiper and wash system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
9
Regulator for left seat heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
10
Depending on equipment fitted:
– Operating controls for the heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
– Operating controls for the air conditioning system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
11
Socket for the holder for the navigation unit Move & Fun . . . . . . . . . . . 66
12
Indicator light for a switched off front seat passenger airbag
13
Switch for hazard warning lights
14
Storage compartment on the front passenger side
15
Front passenger airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
16
Air outlet vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
17
Light switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
18
Bonnet release lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . .
19
Regulator for headlamp beam adjustment for the headlights . . . . . . . 30
20
Lever for adjusting the steering wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
21
Ignition lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
22
Radio
23
Button for City Safe Drive
24
Gearshift lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
25
Storage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
26
Regulator for right seat heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Note
● Cars with factory-fitted radio 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 ⇒
the controls and switches are the same as for left-hand drive models.
81
31
47
Fig. 1. The symbols on
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General information
WARNING
● Concentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver you are fully responsible for road safety.
● Never operate the controls in the instrument cluster while driving, only
when the vehicle is stationary!
Overview of the Instrument cluster
Fig. 2 Instrument cluster - Version 1
Fig. 3 Instrument cluster - Version 2
1
Speedometer ⇒ page 8
2
Display
– with counter for distance driven ⇒
– with outside temperature display ⇒ page 12
– with Service Interval Display ⇒ page 9
– with Multi-functional display ⇒ page 10
3
Reset button for the display of the daily trip counter (trip) ⇒ page 9
4
Fuel gauge ⇒ page 9
5
Engine revolutions counter ⇒ page 9
6
Adjust button for the clock ⇒ page 11.
page 9
Speedometer
The speed is shown in km/h or mph and km/h depending on the vehicle.
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Fuel gauge
Fig. 4 Fuel gauge
The fuel gauge only operates if the ignition is switched on.
The fuel tank has a capacity of about 35 litres. If the fuel gauge in the fuel tank
reaches the reserve capacity level, the warning symbol ⇒ Fig. 4 - will appear
in the Instrument cluster. or the symbol will flash for 10 seconds together with
the remaining segments in the instrument cluster display ⇒ Fig. 4
now about 4 litres of fuel remaining in the tank. This symbol is a reminder for you,
that you must refuel.
An audible signal sounds as a warning signal.
- . There are
CAUTION
Never run the fuel tank completely empty! An irregular supply of fuel can lead to
irregular engine running. Unburnt fuel may get into the exhaust system and damage the catalytic converter.
Engine revolutions counter
The red zone of the rev counter scale 5 ⇒ Fig. 3 indicates the range in which the
engine control unit begins to limit the engine speed. The engine control unit restricts the engine speed to a steady limit value.
Before reaching the red zone of the rev counter scale, shift up into the next higher gear.
To maintain the optimum motor speed, please refer to ⇒ page 10, Recommended gear.
Avoid high engine speeds during the driving time and before the engine has been
warmed up to operating temperature ⇒
page 93, New engine.
For the sake of the environment
Shifting to a higher gear in good time helps to reduce the fuel consumption, minimises operating noise levels, protects the environment and contributes to a longer life and reliability of the engine.
Counter for distance driven
The distance which you have driven with your vehicle is shown in kilometres (km).
In some countries the measuring unit “
Reset button
To toggle between the odometer and the daily trip counter, briefly press the but-
3
⇒ Fig. 2
ton
To reset the display of the daily trip counter, press button
Daily trip counter (trip)
The daily trip counter indicates the distance which you have driven since it was
last reset - in steps of 100 metres or 1/10 of a mile.
Odometer
The odometer indicates the total distance in kilometres or miles which the vehicle
has been driven.
For safety reasons, never reset the odometer while driving.
or ⇒ Fig. 3.
WARNING
mile” is used.
3
for longer.
Service Interval Display
Before the next service interval the messsage appears for some seconds and
the remaining kilometres are indicated after switching on the ignition.
At the time of the service, an acoustic signal will sound and the message appears for a few seconds after switching on the ignition.
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Resetting Service Interval Display
The specialist garage:
● resets the display memory after the relevant 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.
Note
● information is retained in the Service Interval Display also after the battery of
the vehicle is disconnected.
● If the instrument cluster is exchanged after a repair, the correct values must
be entered in the counter for the Service Interval Display. This work is carried out
by a specialist garage.
● Please refer to the brochure Service schedule for extensive information about
the service intervals.
Recommended gear
An information for the engaged gear is shown in the display of the instrument
cluster.
In order to minimise the fuel consumption, a recommendation for shifting into another gear is indicated in the display.
Show Importance
Optimal gear.
Recommends that you shift to a higher gear.
Recommends that you shift to a lower gear.
Multi-functional indicator (onboard computer)
Introducing the subject
The Multi-functional indicator is shown in the display ⇒ Fig. 5 depending on the
vehicle model.
The multi-functional indicator offers you a range of useful information.
Time ⇒ page 11
Coolant temperature ⇒ page 13
The outside temperature ⇒ page 12
Driving time ⇒ page 12
Current fuel consumption ⇒ page 12
Average fuel consumption ⇒ page 12
Range ⇒ page 12
Distance travelled ⇒ page 12
Average speed ⇒ page 12
Current speed ⇒ page 13
Warning against excessive speeds ⇒ page 13
Note
● In certain national versions the displays appear in the Imperial system of
measures.
Memory
Fig. 5 Multi-functional indicator
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The multi-functional indicator is equipped with two automatic memories. The selected memory is shown in the Display ⇒ Fig. 5
.
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).
B
Switching over the memory takes place with the button
⇒ Fig. 6 on the wind-
shield wiper lever.
Single-trip memory (memory 1)
The single-trip memory collates the driving information from the moment the ignition is switched on until it is switched off. New data will also flow into the calculation of the current driving information if the trip is continued within 2 hours after
switching off the ignition. If the trip is interrupted for more than 2 hours, the
memory is automatically erased.
Total-trip memory (memory 2)
The total distance driven memory gathers data from any number of individual
journeys up to a total of 19 hours and 59 minutes driving or 1 999 kilometres driven. The memory is deleted when either of these limits is reached and the calculation starts from anew.
The total-trip memory will not, contrary to the single-trip memory, be deleted after a period of interruption of driving of 2 hours.
Note
All information in the memory 1 and 2 is erased if the battery of the vehicle is disconnected.
Operation
Fig. 6 Multi-functional indicator: Control
elements
A
The rocker switch
and the button B are located on the windshield wiper lever
⇒ Fig. 6.
Select memory
– Short-term pressing of the button B on the windshield wiper lever allows to
select the desired memory.
Selecting functions
– Briefly press the rocker switch A up or down. In this way, call up in sequence
the individual functions of the multi-functional indicator.
Reseting
– Select the memory you want.
– Press button B for more than 1 second.
The following readouts of the selected memory will be set to zero by button B:
● 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.
Digital clock
The time is set as follows:
– Press the rocker switch A ⇒ Fig. 6 up or down to change the display of the
time.
– Press the button 6 ⇒ Fig. 3 to select the hour display so that it flashes.
– Press button 3 ⇒ Fig. 3
to continue setting the time. Keep the button pressed
to run through the numbers quickly.
6
– Press the button
again to select the minutes display so that it flashes.
– Press button 3 to continue setting the time. Keep the button pressed to run
through the numbers quickly.
– Confirm the set value by pressing the button 6 again, or wait for around 5
seconds. The setting is saved automatically (the value stops flashing).
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Outside temperature
The outside temperature appears in the display when the ignition is switched on.
If the outside temperature drops below +4 °C, the temperature indicator appears
and a snow flake symbol (warning signal for ice on the road) flashes for a few seconds, then remains displayed together with the outside temperature.
WARNING
Do not only rely upon the information given on the outside temperature display that there is no ice on the road. Please note that black ice may also be
present on the road surface even at temperatures around +4 °C – warning,
drive with care!
Driving time
The driving time which has elapsed since the memory was last erased, appears in
the display ⇒ page 10, Memory. 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 B ⇒ Fig. 6.
The maximum distance indicated in both memories is 19 hours and 59 minutes.
The indicator is set back to null if this period is exceeded.
Current fuel consumption
The current fuel consumption level is shown in the display in litres/100 km. This
information can help you to adapt your style of driving to the fuel consumption
you wish to achieve.
The display appears in litres/hour if the vehicle is stationary or driving at a low
speed.
Average fuel consumption
The average fuel consumption since the memory was last erased is shown in the
display in litres/100 km ⇒ page 10. This information can help you to adapt your
style of driving to the fuel consumption you wish to achieve.
If you wish to determine the average fuel consumption over a certain period of
time, you must erase the memory at the start of the new measurement using the
button B ⇒ Fig. 6on the windshield wiper lever. A zero appears in the display for
the first approx. 100 m you drive after erasing the memory.
The indicated value will be regularly updated while you are driving.
Note
The amount of fuel consumed will not be indicated.
Range
The estimated range in kilometres is shown on the display. It indicates the dis-
tance 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 10 km. After lighting up of the indicator light for
the fuel reserve the display is shown in steps of 5 km.
The fuel consumption for the last 50 km is taken as a basis for calculating the
range. If you drive in a more economical manner from this moment on, the range
will be increased accordingly.
Distance travelled
The distance driven since the memory was last erased appears in the display
⇒ page 10. If you wish to calculate the distance driven as of a particular time, you
must erase the memory at this moment in time by pressing the button B on the
windshield wiper lever ⇒ Fig. 6
The maximum distance indicated in both memories is 1,999 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 10. If you wish to determine the average speed over a certain period of time, you must erase the memory at the start of the new measurement by
pressing the button B on the windshield wiper lever ⇒ Fig. 6.
A zero appears in the display for the first approx. 300 m you drive after erasing
the memory.
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The indicated value will be regularly updated while you are driving.
Current speed
The current speed which is identical to the display of the speedometer 2 ⇒ Fig. 3
is indicated on the display.
Coolant temperature
The current coolant temperature is shown in the display 2 ⇒ Fig. 3.
Warning against excessive speeds
Adjust the speed limit while the vehicle is stationary
– With button A ⇒ Fig. 6, choose the menu point Warning against excessive
speeds on the windshield wiper lever.
– Press the button B on the windshield wiper lever to enable the ability to set
the speed limit (the value flashes).
– Use the button A to adjust the required speed limit, e.g. to 50 km/h.
– Confirm the speed limit that was set with button B, or wait approx. 5 seconds
until the setting is saved automatically (the value stops flashing).
This allows you to set the speed in 5 km/h intervals.
Adjust the speed limit while the vehicle is moving
– With button A, choose the menu point Warning against excessive speeds on
the windshield wiper lever.
– You can drive at the desired speed, e.g. 50 km/h.
– Press button B to accept the current speed as the speed limit (the value
flashes).
If you wish to change the speed limit that was set, it is changed in 5 km/h intervals (e.g. the accepted speed of 47 km/h increases to 50 km/h or decreases to 45
km/h).
– Confirm the speed limit that was set by pressing button B again, or wait ap-
prox. 5 seconds until the setting is saved automatically (the value stops flashing).
Change or delete speed limit
– With button A, choose the menu point Warning against excessive speeds on
the windshield wiper lever.
– Remove the speed limit by pressing button B on the windshield wiper lever.
– Pressing the button B on the windshield wiper lever again activates the
change mode for the speed limit.
If you exceed the set speed limit, an acoustic warning signal will sound as a warning. At the same time the message Warning against excessive speeds appears
with the set limit value.
The set speed limit remains stored even after switching off the ignition.
WARNING
Concentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver you are fully responsible for road safety.
Warning lights
Overview
The warning lights show certain functions/faults and may be accompianed by acoustic signals.
Indicator lights in the instrument cluster
Turn signal light (left) ⇒ page 14
Turn signal light (right) ⇒ page 14
Main beam ⇒ page 14
Rear fog light ⇒ page 15
Speed regulating system ⇒ page 15
Airbag system ⇒ page 15
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Control system for exhaust ⇒ page 15
Indicator lights in the instrument cluster display
Electromechanical power steering ⇒ page 15
Engine oil pressure ⇒ page 15
EPC fault light (petrol engine) ⇒ page 16
Coolant temperature/coolant level ⇒ page 16
Electronic stability programme (ESP) ⇒ page 16
Traction control (TC) ⇒ page 17
Antilock brake system (ABS) ⇒ page 17
Seat belt warning light ⇒ page 17
Brake system ⇒ page 17
Handbrake ⇒ page 18
Generator ⇒ page 18
Fuel reserve ⇒ page 18
Seatbelt fastened - rear seat
Seatbelt not fastened - rear seat
City Safe Drive system ⇒ page 18
⇒ page 18
START-STOPSystem ⇒ page 19
Fuel gauge and fuel reserve indicator ⇒ page 9
WARNING
● If you do not pay attention to the warning lights coming on and the corresponding descriptions and warning notes, this may result in severe 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
Note
● The arrangement of the indicator lights depends on the 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 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.
If a turn signal light fails, the indicator light flashes at twice its normal rate.
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 31.
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 29.
109, Working in the engine compartment.
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The rear fog light
The warning light comes on when the rear fog lights are operating ⇒
page 30.
Speed regulating system
The indicator light lights up, when the speed regulating system is running
⇒ page 60.
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 flashes while
driving ⇒ . This also applies if the warning light does not come on when the ignition is switched on.
The functionality of the airbag system is also monitored electronically when one
airbag has been switched off.
The following situation applies if the front or side airbag or belt tensioner have
been switched off using the vehicle system tester:
● The warning light lights up for 4 seconds after switching on the ignition and
then flashes again for 12 seconds in intervals of 2 seconds.
The following situation applies if the airbag has been switched off using the key
switch for the airbag in the front passenger storage compartment:
● The warning light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched
on.
● The deactivated airbag is indicated by the illumination of the indicator light
in the middle of the dash panel ⇒ page 81, Key switch for the
front seat passenger airbag.
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.
Control system for exhaust gases
The warning light comes on after the ignition has been switched on.
If the warning light does not go out after starting the engine or it lights up when
driving, a fault exists in an exhaust relevant component. The engine management
system selects an emergency programme which enables you to drive to the nearest specialist garage by adopting a gentle style of driving.
Electromechanical power steering
The warning light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on.
If the warning light after switching on the ignition or when driving lights up con-
tinuously, a fault exists in the electromechanical power steering.
● If the yellow indicator light lights up , this indicates a partial failure of the
power steering and the steering forces can be greater.
● If the red indicator light lights up , this indicates a complete failure of the
power steering and the steering assist has failed (significantly higher steering
forces).
Further information ⇒ page 92.
CAUTION
Contact your specialist garage if the power steering is defective.
Note
● If the yellow warning light goes out after starting the engine again and a
short drive, it is not necessary to visit a specialist garage.
● If the vehicle battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the yellow indicator light comes on after switching on the ignition. The warning light must go
out after driving a short distance.
Engine oil pressure
The warning light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched
on.
Stop the vehicle and switch the engine off if the warning light does not go off
after the engine has started or flashes while driving. Check the oil level and top up
with oil as necessary ⇒ page 110, Replenishing engine oil
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An audible signal sounds as an additional warning signal.
Do not continue your journey if for some reason it is not possible under the con-
ditions prevailing to top up with oil. Keep the engine switched off and obtain professional assistance from a specialist garage, otherwise it could lead to severe engine damage.
Do not drive any further if the warning light flashes even if the oil is at the correct
level. Do not run the engine not at idling speed either. Contact a specialist garage
to obtain assistance.
WARNING
If you must stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe distance
from traffic, switch off the engine, and switch on the hazard warning light system ⇒ page 31
, Switches for the hazard warning light system .
CAUTION
The red oil pressure light is not an oil level indicator! One should therefore
check the oil level at regular intervals, preferably after every refuelling stop.
EPC fault light
The
(Electronic Power Control) warning light comes on for a few seconds when
the ignition is switched on.
If the warning light
fault exists in the engine control. The engine management system selects an
emergency programme which enables you to drive to the nearest specialist garage by adopting a gentle style of driving.
Coolant temperature/coolant level
The warning light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on.
The coolant temperature is too high or the coolant level too low if the warning
light does not go out or flashes while driving.
An audible signal sounds as an additional warning signal.
In this case stop and switch the engine off and check the coolant level; top up
the coolant as necessary.
does not go out or lights up after starting the engine, a
Do not continue your journey if for some reason it is not possible under the conditions prevailing to top up with coolant. Keep the engine switched off and obtain
professional assistance from a specialist garage, otherwise it could lead to severe
engine damage.
If the coolant is within the specified range, the increased temperature may be
caused by an operating problem at the radiator fan. Check the fuse for the radiator fan, replace it if necessary ⇒ page 137
Do not continue driving if the warning light does not go off although the fluid is
at the correct level and also the fuse of the fan is in proper order. Contact a specialist garage to obtain assistance.
Please refer to the following guidelines ⇒ page 111.
.
WARNING
● If you must stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe distance from traffic, switch off the engine, and switch on the hazard warning
light system ⇒ page 31.
● Take care when opening the coolant expansion bottle. If the engine is hot,
the cooling system is pressurized - risk of scalding! It is best to allow the engine to cool down before removing the cap.
● Do not touch the radiator fan. The radiator fan may switch itself on automatically even if the ignition is off.
Electronic stability programme (ESP)
The warning light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on.
When the ESP helps to stabilise the vehicle, the warning light flashes in the instrument cluster.
The warning light lights up permanently if there is a fault in the ESP system.
The fact that the ESP system operates together with the ABS means that the ESP
warning light will also come on if the ABS system is not operating properly.
If the warning light comes on immediately after starting the engine, the ESP
system can be switched off for technical reasons. In this case, the ESP system can
be switched on again by switching the ignition on and off. If the warning light
goes out, the ESP system is fully functional again.
Further information on the ESP ⇒ page 88.
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Note
If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the warning light
comes on after switching on the ignition. The warning light should go out after
driving a short distance.
Traction control (TC)
The warning light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched
on.
The warning light comes on when driving when a control cycle is activated.
The warning light lights up permanently if there is a fault in the TC system.
The fact that the TC system operates together with the ABS means that the TC
warning light will also come on if the ABS system is not operating properly.
If the warning light comes on immediately after starting the engine, the TC sys-
tem can be switched off for technical reasons. In this case, the TC system can be
switched on again by switching the ignition on and off. If the warning light goes
out, the TC system is fully functional again.
Further information about TC system ⇒ page 89.
Note
If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the warning light
comes on after switching on the ignition. The warning light must go out after
driving a short distance.
Antilock brake system (ABS)
The warning light shows the functionality of the ABS.
The warning light comes on for a few seconds after the ignition has been switch-
ed on or when starting the engine. The warning light goes out after an automatic
check sequence has been completed.
A fault in the ABS
The system is not functioning properly if the ABS warning light does not go out
within a few seconds after switching on the ignition, does not light up at all, or
lights up while driving. The vehicle will only be braked by the normal brake system. Visit a specialist garage immediately and adjust your style of driving appropriately as you will not know how great the damage is.
Further information about ABS ⇒ page 91.
A fault in the entire brake system
If the ABS warning light
light , there is a fault not only in the ABS but also in another part of the brake
system ⇒
.
comes on together with the brake system warning
WARNING
● If the brake system warning light comes on together with the ABS
warning light stop the vehicle immediately and check the brake fluid level
in the reservoir ⇒ page 113. If the fluid level has dropped below the MIN marking, do not drive any further - risk of accident! Contact a Škoda dealer to obtain professional assistance.
● Pay attention to the following instructions ⇒ page 109, Working in the en-
gine compartment
net.
● If the brake fluid is at the correct level, the ABS control function has failed.
The rear wheels may then block very rapidly when braking. In certain circumstances, this can result in the rear end of the car breaking away - risk of skidding! Drive carefully to the nearest specialist garage and have the fault rectified.
before checking the brake fluid level and opening the bon-
Seat belt warning light
The warning light comes on after the ignition is switched on as a reminder for
the driver to fasten the seat belt. The warning light only goes out if the driver has
fastened his seat belt.
If the seat belt has not been fastened by the driver, a permanent warning signal
sounds at vehicle speeds greater than 25 km/h and simultaneously the warning
light flashes.
If the seat belt is not fastened by the driver during the next 90 seconds, the warning signal is deactivated and the warning light lights up permanently.
For further information on the seat belts ⇒ page 72.
Brake system
The warning light lights up when the brake fluid level is too low or there is a
fault in the ABS.
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if the warning light flashes and an audible signal sounds three times, stop and
check the brake fluid level ⇒ .
If there is a fault in the ABS which also influences the function of the normal
brake system (e.g. distribution of brake pressure), the ABS warning light comes
on together with the brake system warning light .
Visit a specialist garage immediately and adjust your style of driving accordingly as
you will not know how great the damage is nor the limitation it is placing on the
braking efficiency.
For further information on the brake system ⇒ page 90.
WARNING
● A fault to the braking system can increase the vehicle's braking distance!
● Pay attention to the following instructions ⇒ page 109, Working in the en-
gine compartment
net.
● If the brake system warning light does not go out a few seconds after
switching on the ignition or comes on when driving, stop immediately and
check the brake fluid in the reservoir ⇒ page 113. If the fluid level has dropped
below the MIN marking, do not drive any further - risk of accident! Contact a
Škoda dealer to obtain professional assistance.
before checking the brake fluid level and opening the bon-
Handbrake
The warning light comes on if the handbrake is applied. An audible warning is
also given if you drive the vehicle for at least 3 seconds at a speed of more than 6
km/h.
Dynamo
The warning light comes on after the ignition has been switched on. It should
go out after the engine has started.
If the warning light does not go out after the engine has started, or comes on
when driving, drive to the nearest specialist garage. The vehicle battery will be
discharged in this case so switch off all non-essential electrical components.
CAUTION
If the warning light comes on when driving and in addition the warning light
(cooling system fault) also comes on in display, you must then stop the car immediately and switch the engine off - risk of engine damage!
Fuel reserve
The warning light will come on if the fuel level is less than 5 litres.
An audible signal sounds as an additional warning signal.
Safety belt fastened/not fastened (belt status display) - Rear seat
/
After switching on the ignition, the belt status indicator lights up for the rear
seats in the instrument panel display for 30 seconds and indicates whether any
rear seat passengers have fastened their seat belts. The belt status indicator will
then light up when the passenger on the rear seat fastens or unfastens the seat
belt (when the ignition is switched on or during the journey).
If the warning light , is switched on, the passenger on the rear seat has their
seat belt on.
If the warning light , is switched on, the passenger on the rear seat does not
have their seat belt on.
If a seat belt is unfastened on the rear seat during the journey at a speed of more
than 25 km/h, an acoustic signal will sound, and the belt status indicator for the
rear seats will flash for around 30 seconds.
For further information on the seat belts ⇒ page 72
.
City Safe Drive
If the City Safe Drive system is currently slowing the vehicle down automatically,
the warning light will flash quickly.
If the City Safe Drive
the warning light will flash slowly.
system is not currently available, or if there is a system fault,
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You can switch off the City Safe Drive system with the button
When the
City Safe Drive system is switched off while the vehicle is travelling at a
⇒ page 63.
speed between 5 – 30 km/h (3 - 19 mph), the warning light will light up in the
instrument cluster display.
You can switch on the City Safe Drive system again with the button
. The
warning light lights up for around 5 seconds in the instrument cluster display.
More information about the City Safe Drive
system ⇒ page 63.
START STOP
If the START STOP system is active, the warning light will light up .
If the START STOP
ble, the warning light will light up .
When the warning light flashes the START STOP system will not be available.
More information about the START STOP system ⇒ page 61.
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Unlocking and locking
Vehicle key
Description
Fig. 7 Key without remote control/key with remote control (remote control key)
Two keys are provided with the vehicle. Depending on the equipment, your vehicle can be equipped with keys without radio remote control ⇒ Fig. 7 - or with
radio remote control⇒ Fig. 7
WARNING
● Always withdraw the key whenever you leave the vehicle - even if it is only
for a short time. This is particularly important if children are left in the vehicle.
The children might otherwise start the engine or operate electrical equipment
(e.g. power windows) - risk of injury!
● Do not withdraw the ignition key from the ignition lock until the vehicle
has come to a stop. The steering lock might otherwise engage unintentionally
- risk of accident!
CAUTION
● Each key contains electronic components; therefore protect them against
moisture and severe shocks.
● Keep the groove of the keys absolutely clean as impurities (textile fibres, dust
etc.) have a negative effect on the proper operation of the locking cylinder and the
ignition lock.
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Note
Please approach an authorised ŠKODA Service Partner if you lose a key since he
can obtain a new one for you.
Replacing the battery in the remote control key
Fig. 8 Remote control key - remove cover/remove battery
Each remote control key contains a battery which is housed under the cover
⇒ Fig. 8. If the battery is discharged, the red warning light A does not flash after
you press a button on the remote control key ⇒ Fig. 7
have the batteries of the key replaced by an authorised ŠKODA Service Partner.
You should, however, proceed as follows if you wish to replace the discharged
battery yourself:
– Fold open the key.
– Press off the battery cover with your thumb or using a flat screwdriver in the
region of the arrows
– Remove the discharged battery from the key by pressing the battery down-
wards in the region of the arrow 2 ⇒ Fig. 8.
– Insert the new battery. Ensure that the “+” symbol on the battery is facing up-
wards. The correct polarity is shown on the battery cover.
– Position the battery cover on the key and press on it until it is heard to lock in
place.
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CAUTION
● Pay attention to the correct polarity when changing the battery.
● The replacement battery must have the same specification as the original bat-
tery.
For the sake of the environment
Dispose of a used battery in accordance with environmental regulations.
Note
If it is still not be possible to unlock or lock the vehicle with the remote control key
even after replacing the battery, this means that the system has to be synchronised ⇒ page 26.
Electronic immobiliser
The electronic immobiliser prevents the vehicle being operated by
an unauthorised person.
An electronic chip is integrated in the head of the key. The immobiliser is deactivated with the aid of this chip when the key is inserted in the ignition lock. The electronic immobiliser is automatically activated when you withdraw the ignition key
from the lock.
Note
It is only possible to start the engine of your car with a Genuine ŠKODA key with
the matching code.
Child safety lock
The child safety lock prevents the rear door from being opened
from the inside.
Fig. 9 Child safety locks on the rear
doors
You can switch the child safety lock on and off using the vehicle key.
Switching child safety lock on
Fig. 9
– Turn the slot of the lock on the left-hand door clockwise ⇒
anti-clockwise on the right-hand door.
Switching child safety lock off
– Turn the slot of the lock on the left-hand door clockwise and anti-clockwise on
the right-hand door.
While the child safety lock is switched on, the door can be opened only from the
outside.
do the same
Central locking system
Description
Unlocking or locking the vehicle causes all doors to be unlocked or locked at the
same time by the central locking system. The boot lid is unlocked when it is
opened. Afterwards you can open the tailgate by pressing the button ⇒ Fig. 14 .
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Operation of the central locking system is possible:
● with the vehicle key ⇒ page 22:
● using the buttons for the central locking system ⇒ page 23;
● with a remote control key ⇒ page 25.
WARNING
Locked doors prevent unwanted entry into the vehicle from outside, for example at road crossings. Locked doors do, however, make it more difficult for rescuers to get into the vehicle in an emergency - danger to life!
Note
● In the event of an accident in which the airbags are deployed, the locked doors
are automatically unlocked in order to enable rescuers to gain access to the vehicle.
● Only the front door which is fitted with a locking cylinder can be unlocked and
locked using the key if the central locking system fails. You can lock or unlock
manually the other doors and the boot lid.
– Emergency locking of the door ⇒ page 24.
– Emergency unlocking of the boot lid ⇒
page 25.
Safe securing system
The central locking system can be equipped with a safe securing system. Locking
the vehicle from the outside causes the door locks to be automatically blocked.
The warning light flashes for around 2 seconds in quick succession, afterwards it
begins to flash evenly at longer intervals. It is not possible to open the doors with
the door handle either from the inside or from the outside. This acts as an effective deterrent for attempts to break into your vehicle.
You can deactivate the safe securing system by locking twice within 2 seconds.
If the safe securing system is not operating, the warning light in the driver door
flashes for about 2
tervals after about 30 seconds.
If the vehicle is locked and the safe securing system is deactivated, you can open
the vehicle from the inside by pulling once on the door opening lever.
seconds fast, goes out and starts to flash evenly at longer in-
WARNING
If the vehicle is locked from the outside and the safe securing system is activated, there must not be any person in the vehicle as it is then no longer possible to open either a door or a window from the inside. The locked doors
make it more difficult for rescuers to get into the vehicle in an emergency hazard!
Unlocking with the key
Fig. 10 Turning the key for unlocking
– Turn the key in the locking cylinder of the driver's door in the direction of trav-
el (unlock position) A ⇒ Fig. 10.
– Pull on the door handle and open the door.
● All the doors are unlocked.
● The tailgate is then unlocked.
● The switched on interior lights come on over the door contact.
● The safe securing system is deactivated.
and locking the vehicle
Locking with the key
– Turn the key in the locking cylinder of the driver's door in the opposite direc-
tion of travel (lock position) B ⇒ Fig. 10
● All the doors and the tailgate are locked.
● The switched on interior lights will switch off over the door contact.
● The safe securing system is immediately activated.
● The indicator light in the driver door begins flashing.
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Note
If the driver's door has been opened, the vehicle cannot be locked.
Door opening lever
Fig. 11 Door opening lever
On vehicles without central locking, you can lock and unlock doors which do not
have a locking cylinder from the inside.
Locking
– Push the door opening lever in the direction of the arrow to make the red
marking 1 ⇒ Fig. 11
visible.
Unlocking
– Open the door by pulling the door opening lever once against the direction of
the arrow ⇒ Fig. 11.
Central locking system
If the vehicle was not locked from the outside, you can also unlock and lock it with
the rocker switch without the ignition switched on.
Locking all doors and the tailgate
– Press the button
/⇒ Fig. 12.
Unlocking all doors and the tailgate
– Press the button /⇒ Fig. 12
The following applies if you have locked your vehicle using the button
.
● It is not possible to open the doors or the tailgate from the outside (safety feature, e.g. when stopping at traffic lights etc.).
● You can unlock the doors individually from the inside and open them by pulling
once on the door opening lever.
● As long as driver's door is opened, the vehicle cannot be locked in order to
avoid inadvertently locking the key in the vehicle.
● In the event of an accident in which the airbags are deployed, the locked doors
are automatically unlocked from the inside in order to enable rescuers to gain access to the vehicle.
WARNING
The central locking system also operates if the ignition is switched off. All the
doors and the tailgate are locked. Children should never be left unattended in
the vehicle since it is difficult to provide assistance from the outside when the
doors are locked. Locked doors make it difficult for rescuers to get into the ve-
hicle in an emergency - hazard!
Note
If the safe securing system is activated⇒
central locking buttons do not operate.
page 22, the door opening lever and the
:
Fig. 12 Central locking system
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Emergency locking of the door
Fig. 13 Emergency locking of the door
An emergency locking mechanism is located on the face side of the doors which
have no locking cylinder ⇒ Fig. 13
- it is only visible after opening the door.
Locking
– Insert the key into the slot ⇒ Fig. 13
- and turn it clockwise into the vertical
position on the right-hand door ⇒ Fig. 13 - and anti-clockwise on the lefthand door.
After closing the door, you can no longer open it from outside. The door can be
unlocked from the inside by pulling on the door handle again, and then opened
from the outside.
Boot lid
Unlocking the boot lid in vehicles with remote control
– Unlock the driver's doors using the vehicle key ⇒ page 22,
key
.
Unlocking with the
Unlocking the boot lid in vehicles with remote control
– Press the button
in the vehicle key for a second.
Unlocking the boot lid with the remote control key
– Press the button in the vehicle key until the boot lid unlocks.
Opening the boot lid
– Afterwards you can open the boot lid by pressing the button ⇒ Fig. 14 -
Closing the boot lid
– Reach into the recesses ⇒ Fig. 14 - and pull the boot lid downwards.
– Close the lid with a slight swing ⇒
.
WARNING
● Ensure that the lock is properly engaged after closing the tailgate. Otherwise, the boot lid might open suddenly when driving even if the boot lid lock
was closed - risk of accident!
● Never drive with the tailgate fully opened or slightly ajar otherwise exhaust gases may get into the interior of the vehicle - risk of poisoning!
● Do not press on the rear window when closing the tailgate, it could crack risk of injury!
Note
A closed, but not locked boot lid is locked automatically wgen driving off, or when
travelling at speeds greater than around 9 km/h. It is unlocked again after the vehicle stops and the door is opened.
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Emergency unlocking of the boot lid
Fig. 15 Emergency unlocking of the tailgate
If there is a fault in the central locking, you can unlock the boot lid as follows:
– Fold the rear seat backrest forwards ⇒ page 40.
A
⇒ Fig. 15
– Insert the vehicle key or a similar tool into the opening
trim up to the stop.
– Unlock the lock in the direction of the arrow.
– Open the tailgate.
in the lid
Remote control
Description
You can use the remote control key:
● to unlock and lock the vehicle;
● unlock the tailgate.
The transmitter with the battery is housed in the handle of the remote control
key. The receiver is located in the interior of the vehicle. The operating range of
the remote control key is approx. 10 m. But this range can be reduced if the batteries are weak.
The key has a fold-open key bit which can be used for unlocking and locking the
car manually and also for starting the engine.
If a lost key is replaced or if the receiver unit has been repaired or a new unit installed, it is then necessary for an authorised ŠKODA Service Partner to initialise
the system. Only after this is it possible to again use the remote control.
Note
● The remote control is automatically deactivated when the ignition is switched
on.
● The operation of the remote control may temporarily be affected by interference from transmitters close to the car and which operate in the same frequency
range (e.g. mobile phone, TV transmitter).
● The battery must be replaced if the central locking does react to the remote
control at less than 3 metres away
● If the vehicle door is opened, the vehicle cannot be locked using the radio remote control.
⇒ page 20.
Unlocking and locking car
Fig. 16 Remote control key
Unlocking the vehicle
– Press the button
Locking the vehicle
– Press the button 3 for about 1 second.
Deactivating the safe securing system
– Press button 3 twice in 2 seconds. Further information ⇒ page 22.
Unlocking the boot lid
– Press the button 2 for about 1 second. Further information ⇒ page 24.
Folding out the key bit
– Press button 4.
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Folding in the key bit
– Press button 4 and fold in the key bit.
The turn signal lights flash twice as confirmation that the vehicle has been unlocked. The vehicle will lock again automatically and the safe securing system will
be activated again if you unlock the vehicle using button 1 but do not open a
door or the boot lid within the next 30 seconds. This function is intended to prevent the car being unlocked unintentionally.
Display of the locking
The turn signal lights flash once to confirm that the vehicle has been correctly
locked.
If the vehicle is locked by pressing the button 3 and some doors or the boot lid
are not closed, the turn signal lights flash only after closing.
WARNING
If the car is locked from the outside and the safe securing system is activated,
there must not be any person in the car as it is then not possible to open either a door or a window from the inside. The locked doors make it more difficult for rescuers to get into the vehicle in an emergency - hazard!
Note
● Operate the remote control only when the doors and boot lid are closed and
you have visual contact with the vehicle.
● Once in the car, you must not press the lock button of the radio remote
control before inserting the key into the ignition lock in order to avoid the car being inadvertently locked. Should this happen, press the unlock button of the radio remote control.
Synchronising the remote control
If the vehicle cannot be unlocked by actuating the remote control system then it
is possible that the code in the key and the control unit in the vehicle are no longer synchronised. This can occur when the buttons on the radio-operated key are
actuated a number of times outside of the operative range of the equipment or
the battery on the remote control was replaced.
This means it is necessary to synchronise the code as follows:
– Press any button on the remote control.
– Pressing of the button means that the door will unlock with the key within 1
minute.
Electrical power windows
Buttons for electrical power windows
Fig. 17 Button on the driver's door
The power windows operate only when ignition is switched on.
Opening a window
– A window is opened by pressing lightly on the respective button in the door.
The opening process stops when one releases the button.
Closing a window
– A window is closed through pulling lightly on the respective button in the
door. The closing process stops when one releases the button.
The buttons for the individual windows are located in the operating part of the
armrest of the driver's door ⇒
WARNING
● If you lock the vehicle from the outside, do not leave any person in the vehicle since it is no longer possible to open the windows from the inside in an
emergency.
● When closing the windows proceed with caution to avoid causing crushing
injuries - risk of injury!
Fig. 17, and in the front passenger door.
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CAUTION
● Keep the window glass clean to ensure correct function of the electric windows.
● In the event of a freezing up of the windscreen, first of all eliminate the ice
⇒ page 102 and then operate the power windows otherwise the power window
mechanism could be damaged.
● When leaving the locked vehicle make sure that the windows are closed at all
times.
Note
When driving always use the existing heating, air conditioning and ventilation system for ventilating the interior of the vehicle. If the windows are opened, dust as
well as other dirt can get into the vehicle and in addition the wind noise is more at
certain speeds.
Rear windows
Fig. 18 Rear windows
Opening
– Take hold of the safety in der recess ⇒ Fig. 18 - and open the window in the
direction of the arrow.
– Lock the window while in its opened position by pressing the safety in the di-
rection of the arrow ⇒ Fig. 18 - .
Closing
– Take hold of the safety in the recess and pull it in the opposite direction of the
arrow ⇒ Fig. 18 - .
– Close the window in the initial position in the opposite direction of the arrow
⇒ Fig. 18 - until the safety audibly latches.
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WARNING
When closing the windows proceed with caution to avoid causing crushing injuries - risk of injury!
CAUTION
When leaving the locked vehicle make sure that the rear windows are closed and
locked at all times.
Note
When driving always use the existing heating, air conditioning and ventilation system for ventilating the interior of the vehicle. If the windows are opened, dust as
well as other dirt can get into the vehicle and in addition the wind noise is more at
certain speeds.
Panoramic sliding roof
Introducing the subject
The panoramic sliding roof can only be operated with the control dial ⇒ Fig. 19
when the ignition is switched on. The control dial has several positions.
After switching the ignition off, it is still possible to operate the panoramic sliding
roof for a further 10 minutes approximately. It is no longer possible to operate the
panoramic sliding roof after opening one of the front doors however.
Note
If the vehicle battery has been disconnected and reconnected, it is possible that
the panoramic sliding roof does not close fully. Here you have to set the control
dial to the switch position A and press it forward for about 10 seconds.
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Fig. 19 Control dial for the panoramic
sliding roof
Comfort position
C
– Turn the switch to position
Open partially
– Turn the switch to a position in area D.
Open fully
– Turn the switch to position B and hold it in this position (spring-tensioned
position).
Tilting roof
– In order to tilt, press the switch in the region of the lug E in the direction of
the roof.
Closing
– In order to close, press down the switch on the recess E and then push it for-
wards.
or
– Turn the switch to position A ⇒ Fig. 19.
When the panoramic sliding roof is in the comfort position, the intensity of the
wind noise is reduced.
⇒ Fig. 19.
Force limiter
The panoramic sliding roof is fitted with a force limiter. The panoramic sliding roof
stops and moves back several centimetres when it cannot be closed because
there is something in the way (e.g. ice). You can close the panoramic sliding roof
fully without force limiter by pressing down the switch on the recess and then
pushing it forwards until the panoramic sliding roof is fully closed ⇒ .
WARNING
Carefully close the panoramic sliding roof - risk of injury!
CAUTION
It may be necessary during winter to remove any ice and snow in the area of the
panoramic sliding roof before opening it, in order to prevent damaging the opening mechanism.
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Lights
Switching lights on and off
Fig. 20 Dash panel: Light switch
Switching on the parking light
– Turn the light switch ⇒ Fig. 20 into position .
Switching on the low beam and main beam
– Turn the light switch into position .
– Press the main beam lever forward in order to switch on the main beam
⇒ Fig. 24.
Switching off lights (except daylight driving lights)
– Turn the light switch into position.
During the engine start, the low beam lights are switched off automatically.
On vehicles fitted with right-hand steering the position of the switches differs to
some extent from the position shown on ⇒ Fig. 20. The symbols which mark the
switch positions are identical, however.
WARNING
Never drive with side lights on - risk of accident! The side lights are not bright
enough to light up the road sufficiently in front of you or to be seen by other
oncoming traffic. In this case, always switch on the low beam when it is dark
or if visibility is poor.
Note
● The instruments are also illuminated when the side light or low beam light is
switched on.
● If the light switch is in the position , the ignition key is removed and the
driver's door is open, an acoustic warning signal will sound.
● The acoustic warning signal is switched off over the door contact when the
driver's door is closed (ignition off). The vehicle can be parked with the side lights
on.
● If the car is parked for a lengthy period, we recommend switching off all lights,
or leaving only the parking lights switched on.
● The switching on of the described lights should only be undertaken in accordance with national legal requirements.
● In the event of cool or humid weather conditions, the headlights can be misted
up from inside.
– The temperature difference between interior and external area of the headlight lenses is decisive.
– When the driving lights are switched on, the light outlet surfaces are free
from mist after a short period. The headlight lenses can possibly mist up at the
border areas.
– It also concerns reverse light and turn signal lights.
– This mist has no influence on the life of the lighting system.
“DAY LIGHT” (Daylight driving light)
Switching on daylight driving lights
– Switch on the ignition without turning the light switch out of the position 0.
Activating/deactivating the function daylight driving lights
– Deactivate/activate the daylight driving light by inserting/removing the appro-
priate safety ⇒ page 137, Electrical fuses
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