ŠkodaFabia
OWNER´ S MANUAL
SI MPLY CL EVER
Introduction
You have opted for a Škoda - our sincere thanks for your confidence in us.
Your new Škoda offers you a vehicle featuring the most modern engineering and a wide range of equipment
which you will undoubtedly wish to use to the full during your daily motoring. 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 your Škoda dealer or importer should you have any further questions
regarding your vehicle or any problems which may arise. 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
Introduction2
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”, “Techn ical d ata” 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 dealer 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 206.
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 requirements for 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 confirmation of the service work carried out is a requirement
for a warranty claim.
Please always present the Service Schedule when you take your
car to a Škoda dealer.
If the Service Schedule is missing or worn, please contact your
Škoda dealer, 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
includes the most important identification data of your vehicle.
Introduction 3
Introduction4
Contents
Contents 5
Layout of this Owner's Manual
(explanations)
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Using the system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cockpit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
An overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights
General view of the instrument cluster . . . . . .
Engine revolutions counter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Coolant temperature gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Speedometer with counter for distance driven
Service Interval Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Digital clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Multi-functional indicator* (onboard computer)
Information display* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Auto Check Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Unlocking and locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Child safety locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Central locking system* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remote control* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Anti-theft alarm system* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power windows* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electric sliding/tilting roof* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lights and Visibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interior lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Visibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The windscreen wiper and washing system .
Rear-view mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Seats and Stowage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Head restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9
Middle rear head restraint* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11
Heating the front seats* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11
Rear seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pedals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12
Luggage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12
Net partition (Estate)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13
The roof luggage rack system* . . . . . . . . . . .
13
Drinks can holder* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13
Note holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
14
Ashtray at the front* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
15
Ashtray at the rear* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
16
Cigarette lighter* and power socket* . . . . . . .
17
Storage compartments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Heating and air conditioning system . . . . .
27
Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The air conditioning system* . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Starting-off and Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
39
Setting steering wheel position* . . . . . . . . . . .
40
Ignition lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
40
Starting engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
45
Switching the engine off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
48
Shifting (manual gearbox) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
49
Handbrake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
51
Parking aid* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cruise control system (CCS)* . . . . . . . . . . . .
54
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Automatic gearbox* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
58
4-speed automatic gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
60
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Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
65
Universal telephone connection* . . . . . . . . . .
Mobile phones and two-way radio systems . .
66
The CD changer* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
66
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Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Passive Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
72
Basic information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
72
Correct seated position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
77
Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
80
Why seat belts? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
82
The physical principle of a frontal collision . .
82
Important safety information regarding the use
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of seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
83
How are seat belts correctly fastened? . . . . .
84
Belt tensioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
85
Airbag system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
91
Description of the airbag system . . . . . . . . . .
91
Front airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
94
Side airbags* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
100
Deactivating an airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
100
Transporting children safely . . . . . . . . . . . .
101
What you should know about transporting
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children! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
103
Child seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
104
Attaching a child seat using the “ISOFIX”*
105
system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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125
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129
130
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Driving Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Intelligent Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electronic stability programme (ESP)* . . . . . .
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake booster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Antilock brake system (ABS)* . . . . . . . . . . . .
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 . . . . . . . . . .
Care and cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Care of the exterior of vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . .
Care of the interior of vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Petrol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diesel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspecting and Replenishing . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cooling system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
151
Windscreen Wiper and Washer System . . . .
151
Wheels and Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
151
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
154
Accessories, changes and replacement of
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parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
155
Accessories and replacement parts . . . . . . .
156
Technical changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
157
157
Breakdown assistance . . . . . . . .
158
Breakdown assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
159
First-aid box* and warning triangle* . . . . . . . .
163
Fire extinguisher* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
164
Vehicle tool kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
164
Spray for repairing a tyre* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
165
Tyre repair kit* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
165
Spare wheel* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
167
Changing a wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tow-starting and towing vehicle . . . . . . . . . . .
169
Fuses and light bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
169
Electric fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
169
Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
169
175
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
178
178
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
178
Identification data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
180
182
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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206
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Layout of this Owner's Manual (explanations)8
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.
Using the system
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Cockpit10
Fig. 1 Certain items of equipment shown in the illustration are only fitted to particular model versions or are optional items of equipment.
Cockpit
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An overview
This general view is designed to help you to quickly
become familiar with the instruments, gauges and
controls.
1
Electric exterior mirror adjustment* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2
Air outlet vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3
Lever for the multi-functional switch:
− Turn signal light, headlight and parking light, headlight
flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− Speed regulating system* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4
Instrument cluster: Instruments and indicator lights . . . . . .
5
Lever for the multi-functional switch:
− Multi-functional indicator* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− Windshield wiper/wash system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6
Air outlet vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7
Control dial for heating on the driver's seat* . . . . . . . . . . . .
8
Switch for rear window heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9
Depending on equipment fitted:
− Switch for the ESP* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− Switch for the TCS* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10
Switch for hazard warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11
Indicator light for a switched off front seat passenger airbag*
12
Control dial for heating on the front passenger seat* . . . . .
13
Front passenger airbag* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
14
Switch for:
− Central locking system* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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− Electric power-operated window* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
15
Light switch, control dial for the instrument lighting and
control dial for the headlight beam range regulatiion . . . . .
16
Bonnet release lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
17
Storage compartments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
18
Lever for adjusting the steering wheel* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
19
Headlight flasher, driver airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
20
Ignition lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
21
Depending on equipment fitted:
− Operating controls for the heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− Operating controls for the air conditioning system* . . . .
22
Ashtray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
23
Depending on equipment fitted:
− Gearshift lever (manual gearbox) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− Selector lever (automatic gearbox*) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Radio*
25
Storage compartments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
49
54, 56
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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.
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Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights
General view of the instrument cluster
Fig. 2 Instrument cluster
1
Engine revolutions counter ⇒ page 13
2
Coolant temperature gauge ⇒ page 13
3
Fuel gauge ⇒ page 13
Speedometer
− with counter for distance driven ⇒ page 14
− with trip counter for distance driven ⇒ page 14
− with Service Interval Display ⇒ page 15
5
Digital clock ⇒ page 16 and multi-functional indicator* ⇒ page 17
6
Information display* ⇒ page 21
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 12, 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 157.
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.
1
Coolant temperature gauge
The coolant temperature gauge ⇒ page 12, fig. 2 only operates 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:
2
Cold range
If the pointer is still 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
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 31, “Coolant temperature/coolant level ”.
in the instrument cluster does not
WARNING
Pay attention to the warning notes ⇒ page 183, “Working in the
engine compartment” before opening the bonnet and inspecting
the coolant level.
Caution
Additional headlights and other attached components in front of the fresh
air inlet impair the cooling efficiency of the coolant. There is then a risk of
the engine overheating at high outside temperatures and high engine
loads!
Fuel gauge
The fuel gauge ⇒ page 12, fig. 2 only operates when the ignition is
switched on.
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Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights14
The fuel tank has a capacity of about 45 litres. The warning symbol in
the instrument cluster lights up when the pointer reaches the reserve
marking. There are now about 7 litres of fuel remaining in the tank. This
symbol is a reminder for you, that you must refuel.
The following 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.
Speedometer with counter for distance
driven
The distance which you have driven with your vehicle is shown in kilometers (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. 3.
Top counter for distance driven
The top counter for distance driven indicates the total distance in kilometers 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 this fault
rectified without delay by a Škoda dealer.
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.
Fig. 3 Instrument
cluster: Counter for
distance driven
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Service Interval Display
Fig. 4 Service Interval
Display QG0
Fig. 5 Resetting
service interval
displays QG1 and QG2
The Service Interval Display for vehicles with fixed service intervals
QG0
A key symbol appears in the trip counter display ⇒ fig. 4 once the due
date for a service is reached and one of the following service work:
OIL (change the engine oil)
INSP (Inspection service)
The display disappears within 3 minutes after starting the engine. The trip
counter is also displayed after pressing the reset button for the trip counter
for more than 1 second. The key symbol remains even after the ignition
has been switched off.
The Service Interval Display for vehicles with extended service
intervals (QG1 and QG2)
A key symbol ⇒ fig. 5 appears in the counter display for distance driven
about 30 days before reaching the due date for the service. The remaining
distance to be driven will be indicated for 10 seconds next to the key
symbol and then the remaining number of days to the due date for the
service inspection.
The following will be displayed in the information display*:
SERVICE DUE IN ... KM OR ... DAYS
The kilometre indicator or the days indicator reduces in steps of 100 km.
or days until the service due date is reached.
The following text appears as a flashing key symbol as soon as the due
date for the service is reached:
The following will be displayed in the information display*:
SERVICE NOW
The display disappears within 20 seconds after switching on the ignition.
The trip counter is also displayed after pressing the reset button of the trip
counter for distance driven (for more than 1 second).
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Resetting Service Interval Display
We recommend having this resetting performed by a Škoda Dealer.
Škoda dealer:
• resets the memory of the display after the appropriate inspection;
• makes an entry in the Service Schedule;
• affix the sticker to the side of the dash panel on the driver's side, where
the following service interval is entered.
It is also possible for you to reset the Service Interval Display with the
reset button ⇒ page 15, fig. 4 as follows:
Models with fixed service intervals (QG0)
Press the reset button ⇒ page 15, fig. 4 with the ignition switched off
and and hold it down.
If the ignition is switched on, one of the service intervals appears in the
display. Holding the reset button down for 10 seconds will cause the
counter to be reset (the display shows “- - -” and then the trip counter
readout).
The readout OIL will appear in the display after resetting the indicator
INSP and releasing the reset button when both service intervals (INSP
and OIL) were reached together.
Repress the reset button and hold it down for 10 seconds to also reset
this interval.
Vehicles with extended service intervals (QG1 and QG2)
Press the reset button ⇒ page 15, fig. 4 with the ignition switched off
and and hold it down.
Switch the ignition on, release the reset button and and turn the reset
button to the right. All counters will be reset to 0.
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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
Škoda dealer.
• 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 dealer 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 Plan for extensive information
about the service intervals.
Digital clock
A reset button is installed on the left below beside the speedometer for adjusting the clock ⇒ page 12, fig. 2.
Setting clock
– Turn the reset button to the left.
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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.
Multi-functional indicator* (onboard
computer)
Introduction
The multi-functional indicator appears in the display of the revolutions
counter ⇒ fig. 6 or in the information display ⇒ page 21, fig. 9 depending
on the equipment fitted to your vehicle.
The multi-functional indicator offers you a range of useful information.
The outside temperature ⇒ page 19
Range ⇒ page 19
Current fuel consumption ⇒ page 20
Average fuel consumption ⇒ page 20
Driving time ⇒ page 20
Distance driven ⇒ page 20
Average speed ⇒ page 20
Note
In certain national versions the displays appear in the Imperial system of
measures.
Memory
Fig. 6 Display in
engine revolutions
counter: Multi-functional indicator
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. 6.
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 ⇒ page 18,
fig. 7.
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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
indvidual journeys up to a total of 100 hours driving or 10 000 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 is erased if the battery of the vehicle is
disconnected.
Using the system
Fig. 7 Multi-functional
indicator: Controls
The rocker switch and the button are located in the grip of
the window wiper lever ⇒ fig. 7.
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
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individual functions of the multi-functional indicator to appear
in the display one after the other.
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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
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 an ice chrystal symbol
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
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switch is pressed, the function displays the one which you last selected
before switching off the ignition.
The outside temperature
Fig. 8 Multi-functional
indicator: the 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 an ice chrystal symbol
⇒ fig. 8 when the outside temperature lies between +5°C and -5°C.
WARNING
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.
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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 17. 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 18, fig. 7. A zero appears in
the display for the first 300 metres you drive after erasing the memory.
The indicated value will be updated every 5 seconds while you are driving.
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Note
The amount of fuel consumed will not be indicated.
Driving time
from a particular time of day you must first erase the memory at this
moment in time by pressing the button ⇒ page 18, fig. 7.
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.
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Distance driven
The distance driven since the memory was last erased appears in the
display ⇒ page 17. 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 18, fig. 7.
The maximum distance indicated in both switch positions is 9999 km. The
indicator is set back to null if this period is exceeded.
B
Average speed
The average speed since the memory was last erased is shown in the
display in km/hour ⇒ page 17. 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 18, fig. 7.
A zero appears in the display for the first 100 metres you drive after
erasing the memory.
B
The driving time which has elapsed since the memory was last erased,
appears in the display ⇒ page 17. If you wish to calculate the driving time
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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 24 and yellow symbols ⇒ page 25.
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 Škoda dealer.
The following information can be shown in the display (depending on the
equipment installed on the vehicle):
Menu ⇒ page 22
Door ajar warning, luggage compartment door
and bonnet ajar warning
Radio display ⇒ page 23
Service Interval Display ⇒ page 15
Selector lever position for an automatic gearbox ⇒ page 111
⇒ page 23
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Menu
Fig. 10 Information
display: Menu
Fig. 11 Information
display: Controls
– 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 17
CAR STATUS ⇒ page 23
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
rocker switch 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 ajar warning, 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 or the luggage compartment 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
Vehicle condition
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 22, 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 1 - three warning signals
• 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 in the
display if the selector lever is the position P or N:
P LOCKED
or
N LOCKED
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.
Fig. 14 Information
display: Oil pressure is
low
Proceed as follows if a red symbol is displayed:
– Stop the vehicle.
– Switch the engine off.
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– Investigate the function indicated.
– Obtain professional assistance.
Meaning of the red symbols:
Faults in the brake surface ⇒ page 35
Coolant level too low/coolant tempera-
ture too high
Engine oil pressure too low ⇒ page 32
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 illiminated for about 2 seconds.
⇒ page 31
Yellow symbols
A yellow symbol signals a warning.
The meaning of the yellow symbols:
Fuel level low ⇒ page 31
Check engine oil level, engine oil sensor
faulty
Brake pad worn ⇒ page 32
Washer fluid level low ⇒ page 33
Light bulb defect ⇒ page 33
Light bulb in the brake light defect ⇒ page 33
Fig. 15 Information
display: Fuel level low
⇒ page 32
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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 illiminated for about 2 seconds.
Check the relevant function as soon as possible.
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.
Warning lights
An overview
The warning lights indicate certain functions if necessary faults.
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Fig. 16 Instrument cluster with warning lights
Interlocking of the rear seat backrests* ⇒ page 29
Turn signal lights (to the left) ⇒ page 29
Turn signal lights (to the right) ⇒ page 29
Main beam ⇒ page 29
Low beam ⇒ page 29
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Dynamo ⇒ page 29
Fog lights* ⇒ page 30
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Power steering* ⇒ page 30
EPC fault light (petrol engine) ⇒ page 30
Glow plug system (diesel engine) ⇒ page 30
Turn signal system for vehicles towing
a trailer*
Coolant temperature/coolant level ⇒ page 31
Electronic immobiliser ⇒ page 31
Fuel reserve ⇒ page 31
Engine oil ⇒ page 32
Brake pad wear* ⇒ page 32
Bulbs* ⇒ page 33
Open door* ⇒ page 33
Fluid level in windshield washer sys-
tem*
Boot lid* ⇒ page 33
Control system for exhaust ⇒ page 33
⇒ page 30
⇒ page 33
Electronic stability programme (ESP)* ⇒ page 34
Antilock brake system (ABS)* ⇒ page 34
Brake system ⇒ page 35
Airbag system ⇒ page 35
Seat belt warning light* ⇒ page 36
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 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 183.
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 instrument cluster as red symbols
(priority 1 - danger) or yellow symbols (priority 2 - warning).
Traction control system (TCS)* ⇒ page 33
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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.
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 57.
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 57.
Low beam
The indicator light comes on when low beam is selected ⇒ page 54.
Interlocking of the rear seat backrests*
The warning light is only installed on vehicles with a three-point safety
belt on the middle rear seat.
The warning light lights up for 20 seconds after the ignition is switched on
if the backrests of the rear seats are not interlocked.
The warning light will light up permanently if the backrest comes loose
while driving.
WARNING
The three-point safety belt can only fulfil its function reliably when
the rear seat backrests are correctly locked into position
⇒ page 70.
The rear fog light
The warning light comes on when the rear fog lights are operating
⇒ page 55.
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 Škoda Dealer. The vehicle battery
will be discharged in this case so switch off all non-essential electrical
components.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
ALTERNATOR WORKSHOP!
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
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stop the car immediately and switch the engine off - risk of engine
damage!
Fog lights*
The warning light comes on when the fog lights are operating
⇒ page 55.
Power steering*
The warning light comes on for 2 seconds after the ignition is switched
on. There is a fault in the electronics for the power-assisted steering if the
warning light lights up while driving or does not go out 2 seconds after
switching on the ignition. Contact a Škoda dealer to obtain assistance.
The warning light does not come on when there is a lack of oil.
Further information ⇒ page 156, “Power steering*”.
Note
There is no power-assisted steering support when the vehicle is being
towed without the engine running or when the power-assisted steering is
defect. The vehicle is fully steerable however. There is simply increased
force required to turn the steering wheel.
fault light (petrol engine)
The (Electronic Power Control) warning light comes on for a few
seconds when the ignition is switched on.
There is a system fault in the engine control system if the warning light
does not go out or comes on or flashes while driving. The engine management system selects an emergency programme which enables you to
drive to the nearest Škoda dealer while adopting a gentle style of driving.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
ENGINE WORKSHOP!
Glow plug system (diesel engine)
The indicator light lights up for a cold engine when switching on the
igntion (pre-heat position) 2 ⇒ page 101. Start the engine just as soon as
the indicator light goes out.
The glow plug indicator light will come on for about 1 second if the engine
is at a normal operating temperature or if the outside temperature is
above +5°C. This means that you can start the engine right away.
There is a fault in the glow plug system if the indicator light
come on at all or lights up continuously. Contact as soon as possible a
Škoda Dealer to obtain professional assistance.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
ENGINE WORKSHOP!
does not
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 does not flash if a turn signal light on the trailer or
on the vehicle is not operating.
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Coolant temperature/coolant level
The warning light comes on for a few seconds 1) when the ignition is
switched on.
The coolant temperature is too high or the coolant level too low if the
warning light
driving.
3 peeps sound 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.
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 Škoda dealer.
If the coolant is within the specified range, the increased temperature may
be caused by an operating problem at the coolant fan. Check the fuse for
the coolant fan, replace it if necessary ⇒ page 225, “Fuse assignment at
battery”.
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 Škoda dealer to obtain assistance.
Please also refer to the additional instructions ⇒ page 189, “Cooling
system”.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
STOP CHECK COOLANT SERVICE MANUAL
1)
The warning light on vehicles fitted with information display does not come on
after switching the ignition on, but only if the coolant temperature is too high or the
coolant level is too low.
does not go out after the engine is started or flashes while
WARNING
• 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 coolant fan The coolant fan may switch on
automatically even if the ignition is off.
Electronic immobiliser
Data is compared between the ignition key and the control unit when
switching on the ignition. The indicator light will light up for a few
seconds when ignition key authorisation is confirmed.
The warning light will start flashing continuously if a non-authorised ignition key (for example the wrong ignition key) has been used. The engine
cannot be started ⇒ page 39.
It is only possible to start the engine of the vehicle with a Genuine Škoda
key with the matching code.
Fuel reserve
The warning light comes on, if the fuel level is still about 7 litres.
A peep sounds as an additional warning signal.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
PLEASE REFUEL
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Engine oil
The warning light lights up red (low oil pressure)
The warning light comes on for a few seconds 2) 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 186.
3 peeps sound as an additional warning signal.
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 Škoda dealer.
Do not drive any further if the warning light blinks even when the oil is at
the correct level. Do not run the engine not at idling speed either. Contact
the nearest Škoda dealer to obtain professional assistance.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
STOP! OIL PRESS. STOP MOTOR! SERVICE MANUAL
The warning light lights up yellow* (oil quantity too low)
If the warning light lights up yellow, the quantity of oil in the engine is probably too low. Check as soon as possible the oil level or top up ⇒ page 186
with engine oil.
A peep sounds as an additional warning signal.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
CHECK OIL LEVEL
The warning light will go out if the bonnet is left open for more than 30
seconds. If no engine oil has been replenished, the warning light will come
on again after driving about 100 km.
The warning light flashes yellow* (engine oil level sensor faulty)
A fault on the engine oil level sensor is indicated additionally by an audible
signal and the warning light coming on several times after the ignition has
been switched on.
In this case have the engine inspected without delay by a Škoda
dealer.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
OIL SENSOR WORKSHOP!
WARNING
The red oil pressure light is not an oil level indicator! One
should therefore check the oil level at regular intervals, preferably
after every refueling stop.
Thickness of the brake pads*
If the warning light comes on, contact a Škoda dealer immediately and
have the brake pads on all of the wheels inspected.
A peep sounds as an additional warning signal.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
CHECK BRAKE PADS
2)
The warning light on vehicles fitted with information display does not come on
after switching the ignition on, but only if a fault exists or the engine oil level is too
low.
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Light bulbs*
The warning light comes on if a light bulb is damaged:
• brakes applied (brake light)
• in lighting (low beam and/or rear light)
A peep sounds as an additional warning signal.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
LIGHTS FAILURE
or
BRAKE LIGHTS FAILURE
Open door*
The warning light comes on, if one or several doors are opened.
Windshield washer fluid level*
The warning light comes on when the ignition is switched on if there is
insufficient fluid in the windshield washer system. Top up with liquid
⇒ page 197.
A peep sounds as an additional warning signal.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
TOP UP WASH FLUID
Luggage compartment door*
The warning light comes on when the ignition is switched on if the tailgate is open.
3 peeps sound as an additional warning signal.
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
or flashes 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 Škoda dealer while adopting a
gentle style of driving.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
EMISSIONS WORKSHOP! (EMISSIONS WORKSHOP)!
Traction Control System (TCS)*
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 will come on and remains on if the TCS is switched off
or if there is a fault in the system.
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The fact that the TCS system operates together with the ABS means that
the TCS warning light will also come on if the ABS system is not operating
properly.
Further information about the TCS ⇒ page 152, “Traction control system
(TCS)*”.
Electronic Stability Programme (ESP)*
The warning light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is
switched on.
Components of the ESP system also include the Traction Control System
(TCS), Electronic Differential Lock (EDL), and the Antilock Brake System
ABS (ABS).
The warning light comes on when driving when a control cycle is activated.
The warning light will come on and remains on if the ESP is switched off
or if there is a fault in the 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.
Further information on the ESP ⇒ page 151, “Electronic stability
programme (ESP)*”.
Antilock brake system (ABS)*
The warning light shows the functionality of the ABS and the Electronic
Differential Lock (EDL).
The warning light comes on for a few seconds after the ignition has been
switched 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
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 without the effect of the ABS function. Visit a
Škoda dealer as quickly as possible and adjust your style of driving in the
meantime since you will not know how great the damage is.
Three additional warning tones will sound if there is a major fault in the
ABS.
Further information about ABS ⇒ page 155, “Antilock brake system
(ABS)*”.
A fault in the entire brake system
If the ABS warning light
warning light (handbrake must be released), there is a fault not only in
the ABS but also in another part of the brake system ⇒ .
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
STOP BRAKE FAULT SERVICE MANUAL
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL)*
The EDL is a part of the ABS. A fault in the EDL is indicated by the ABS
warning light
without delay by a Škoda dealer. Further information on the EDL
⇒ page 153.
in the instrument cluster. Have the vehicle inspected
comes on together with the brake system
does
WARNING
• If the brake system warning light comes on together with the
ABS warning light stop the vehicle immediately and check the
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WARNING (continued)
brake fluid level in the reservoir ⇒ page 191, “Brake fluid”. 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 183,
“Working in the engine compartment” before checking the brake
fluid level and opening the bonnet.
Brake system
The warning light flashes or comes on if the brake fluid level is too low,
if there is a fault in the ABS or if the handbrake is applied.
If the warning light flashes (handbrake is not applied), stop and check
the brake fluid level ⇒ .
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
STOP BRAKE FLUID SERVICE MANUAL
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
. Be aware that not only the ABS but also another part of th brake
system is defective ⇒ .
3 peeps sound as an additional warning signal.
One should get used to high pedal forces, long braking distances and long
free play of the brake pedal when driving to the next Škoda dealer.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
STOP BRAKE FAULT SERVICE MANUAL
For further information on the brake system ⇒ page 154, “Brakes”.
Handbrake applied
The warning light also 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.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
HANDBRAKE ON
WARNING
• Pay attention to the following instructions ⇒ page 183,
“Working in the engine compartment” before checking the brake
fluid level and opening the bonnet.
• 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 191, “Brake fluid”. 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.
Airbag system
Monitoring the airbag system
The warning light
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.
comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is
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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
The passenger front airbag and also possibly the passenger side
airbag which have been switched off by a Skoda dealer 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.
The passenger front airbag and also possibly the passenger side
airbag 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 138.
WARNING
Have the airbag system checked immediately by a Škoda dealer 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 137, “Deactivating
an airbag”.
Seat belt warning light*
The warning light comes on for a few seconds after the ignition is
switched on as a reminder to fasten the seat belt.
If you do not fasten the seat belt, a long warning signal sounds for 6
seconds.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
FASTEN SEATBELT
For further information on the seat belts ⇒ page 123, “Why seat belts?”.
Unlocking and locking
Keys
Description
Fig. 17 Set of keys
without remote control
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Fig. 18 Radio-operated key
Two keys without radio control ⇒ fig. 17 or a radio-operated key*
⇒ fig. 18 and a key without radio control are provided with the vehicle.
The keys fit in all vehicle locks.
Key ring
The key ring only has the key number on it which is essential for producing
other keys. This number can be used to order replacement keys from
Škoda dealers.
The key ring with the number should be separately and securely kept in
safe keeping since keys can only be replaced if they are lost or damaged
by giving this number. You should also therefore give this key ring to the
purchaser when selling the vehicle.
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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 proper operation of the keys
and the ignition lock.
Note
Please approach a Škoda dealer if you lose a key since he can obtain a
new one for you.
Changing the key battery
Fig. 19 Disconnect key
with radio remote
control
Fig. 20 Cover of the
transmitter housing
Each radio-operated key contains a battery which is housed in
the cover of the transmitter housing ⇒ fig. 19. We recom-
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mend that you have the batteries of the key replaced by a Škoda
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dealer. You should, however, proceed as follows if you wish to
replace the battery yourself:
– Fold open the key.
– Use a screwdriver to carefully lever off the front part of the key
⇒ page 38, fig. 19 from the transmitter housing .
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– Take off the cover of the transmitter housing ⇒ page 38,
fig. 20 in direction of arrow.
– Take the used battery out of the housing cover.
– Insert the new battery. Ensure that the “+” symbol on the
battery is facing downwards. The correct polarity is also
shown on the cover of the transmitter housing.
– Insert cover with battery in place at the rear of the transmitter
housing and press both parts together.
– Insert the transmitter housing into the front part of the key so
that the two parts lock into each other.
For the sake of the environment
Dispose of an old battery in accordance with environmental regulations.
Note
• The replacement battery must have the same specification as the orig-
inal battery.
• If it is still not be possible to unlock or lock the vehicle with the remote
control even after replacing the battery this means that the system has to
be synchronised ⇒ page 47.
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 ⇒ page 31.
Locking
Valid for vehicles without a central locking system:
Locking from outside
The securing head will move upwards or downwards in the door when
unlocking or locking ⇒ page 43, fig. 23.
Locking from inside
All closed vehicle doors are locked by pressing in the securing knobs from
the inside. The doors cannot be opened from the outside when the
securing knobs have been pressed in. The vehicle doors can be opened
from the inside as follows:
• The door is unlocked by actuating the door-opening lever.
• The door opens upon actuating the door-opening lever again.
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Note
• The opened door cannot be locked with the securing knob. This
prevents the possibility of forgetting the key in the locked vehicle.
• The opened side doors at the rear and the front passenger door are
locked by pressing in the securing knob and slamming the door closed.
• Please refer to the safety guidelines ⇒ in “Description” on
page 40.
Child safety locks
The child safety lock prevents the rear door from being
opened from the inside.
Fig. 21 Child safety
locks on the rear doors
The rear doors are equipped with a child safety lock. You can
switch the child safety lock on and off using the vehicle key.
Switching child safety lock on
– Use the vehicle key to turn the slit in the rear door to the left in
the direction of the arrow ⇒ fig. 21.
Switching child safety lock off
– Use the vehicle key to turn the slit to the right against the direc-
tion of the arrow.
So long as the child safety lock is switched on it is not possible to open the
door from the inside with the door opening lever. In this case the door can
be opened only from the outside.
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 opening. It can be opened by pressing the hand grip above the
licence plate.
Operation of the central locking system is possible:
• from the outside using the vehicle key ⇒ page 42
• using the buttons for the central locking system ⇒ page 43
• with the securing knobs in the front doors ⇒ page 43, fig. 23 (only
for locking)
• by using the remote control ⇒ page 45
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Convenience operation of windows
One can open and close the electrically powered windows when opening
and closing the vehicle ⇒ page 50, “Convenience operation of windows”.
Opening a single door*
This function allows one to just unlock the driver's door. The other doors
remain locked and are only unlocked when the command is repeated.
The single door opening function can be first activated by recoding the
control unit of the central locking system. This work is undertaken by a
Škoda dealer which can give you more information.
Automatic locking*
All the doors and the boot lid are locked automatically once the car
reaches a speed of about 15 km/h.
If the ignition key is withdrawn, the car is then automatically unlocked
again. In addition, it is possible for the driver to unlock the car by pressing
the central locking button or by pulling the door opening lever.
If you wish, your Škoda Dealer can convert the central locking system of
your car to the automatic locking mode.
WARNING
• Locking the doors prevents involuntary opening in an excep-
tional situation (an accident). 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
• After locking the vehicle see, if the securing knobs located on the front
doors are pushed down. On vehicles with central locking the rear doors
have no securing knobs.
• 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 doors can be unlocked and locked using the key if the
central locking system fails. You can operate the rear door manually.
− Emergency locking of the door ⇒ page 44.
Safe securing
The central locking system is equipped with a safe securing system.
Locking the vehicle from the outside causes the door locks to be automatically blocked. It is not possible to pull out the locking buttons. The indicator light in the driver's door flashes. 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. This is done by locking the
vehicle with the key or radio-operated key twice within 2 seconds.
Deactivating the safe securing system means that the warning light next
to the securing knob in the driver's door ⇒ page 43, fig. 23 will not
flash. This is not the case, however, for an activated anti-theft alarm
system* since the indicator light is showing that the system is active.
The safe securing system is again activated the next time the vehicle is
unlocked and locked again.
The doors can be opened from the inside if the vehicle is locked and the
safe securing system is deactivated:
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• The door is unlocked by actuating the door-opening lever.
• The door opens upon actuating the door-opening lever again.
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WARNING
If the vehicle is locked from the outside and the safe securing
system is activated, there must not be any person and animals in
the vehicle 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!
Unlocking the vehicle using the key
Fig. 22 Turning the key
for unlocking and
locking the vehicle
– Turn the key in the lock of the driver's door to the left into the
opening position ⇒ fig. 22.
– Pull on the door handle and open the door.
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• All doors are unlocked (the securing knobs in the front doors must
move upwards).
• The boot lid is then unlocked.
• The switched on interior lights come on over the door contact.
• The safe securing system is deactivated.
• The windows are opened provided the key is held in the opening posi-
tion.
• The indicator light in the driver's door stops flashing if the vehicle is not
fitted with an anti-theft alarm system* ⇒ page 48.
Note
If the vehicle is equipped with an anti-theft alarm system*, you must
unlock the vehicle by inserting the key into the driver door you then have
to insert the key into the ignition lock and switch the ignition on within 15
seconds after opening the door. The alarm will be triggered if you do not
switch on the ignition within 15 seconds.
Closing the vehicle with the key
– Turn the key in the lock of the driver door to the right into the
closing position ⇒ fig. 22.
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• All doors and the boot lid are locked (the securing knobs in the front
doors must move downwards).
• The switched on interior lights go out over the door contact.
• The windows and the electric sliding/tilting roof* are closed provided
the key is held in the locking position.
• The safe securing system is activated immediately.
• The indicator light in the driver door begins flashing.
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Note
The opened driver door cannot be locked. It must be locked separately
after closing it.
Buttons for central locking
Fig. 23 Buttons for
central locking
All the doors ar unlocked or locked using the buttons and .
The buttons also operate if the ignition is switched off, but not if
the vehicle was locked from outside.
Locking all doors and the boot lid
– Press button ⇒ fig. 23 or press the securing knob in the
front door downwards.
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The following applies if you have locked your vehicle using the button :
• It is not possible to open the doors or the boot lid 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 the door opening lever.
• Once the driver door is opened it cannot be locked again (after oper-
ating the lock function in the button for the central locking switch) in order
to avoid inadvertently being locked out of the vehicle. You then have to
lock a door separately after closing it.
• 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 boot lid 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 vehicle in an
emergency - hazard!
Note
• The door opening lever and the buttons for the central locking system
do not operate if the safe securing system is activated.
• Figure ⇒ fig. 23 shows operation of vehicles which are fitted
⇒ page 49 with the window convenience operation*.
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Unlocking all doors and the boot lid
– Press button ⇒ fig. 23.
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Emergency locking of the door
Fig. 24 Rear door:
Emergency locking of
the door
An emergency locking mechanism which is visible after opening
the door is located on the face end of the rear doors. (Applies only
for vehicles with central locking.)
Locking
– Remove the panel ⇒ fig. 24.
– Insert the key into the opening under the panel and press the
stopping lever as far as the stop toward the inside.
– Re-insert the panel.
After closing the door, you can no longer open it from outside. If the child
safety lock is not switched on, it is possible to open the door from the
inside by pulling twice on the door handle. If the child safety lock is
switched on, it is necesary to also open the door from outside besides
pulling twice on the inner door handle.
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Boot lid
Fig. 25 Lever for
unlocking the boot lid
Fig. 26 Handle of boot
lid
Opening the boot lid for vehicles without central locking
Opening of the boot lid is achieved by pulling on the actuation lever next
to the driver's seat ⇒ fig. 25 and raising the boot lid.
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The boot lid is closed by slamming it closed.
Open the boot lid by pulling on the actuating lever if it is not completely
closed and lift the boot lid right up. Slam the boot lid slightly closed.
Opening the boot lid for vehicles with a central locking system
Open the boot lid by pressing the hand grip above the licence plate after
unlocking the vehicle using the key or the radio remote control*
⇒ page 44, fig. 26.
The boot lid can also be opened by pressing on the button on the remote
control with the ignition switched off. Here one should press on the button
for the remote control for over one second. The boot lid springs open and
the anti-theft alarm system* is deactivated. The anti-theft alarm system is
reactivated after the boot lid is closed.
The boot lid is closed by slamming it closed.
Open the boot lid by pulling on the actuating lever if it is not completely
closed and lift the boot lid right up. Slam the boot lid slightly closed.
WARNING
• Ensure that the lock is properly engaged after closing the boot
lid. Otherwise the boot lid could open while driving - risk of accident!
• Never drive with the boot lid slightly ajar or even fully opened
otherwise exhaust gases may get into the interior of the vehicle risk of poisoning!
• Do not press on the rear window when closing the boot lid, it
could crack - risk of injury!
Note
• After closing the boot lid, it is automatically locked within
5 seconds and the anti-theft alarm system* is activated. This applies
only if the vehicle was locked before closing the boot lid.
• The function of the hand grip above the licence plate is deactivated
when starting off or at a speed of more than 5 km/hour for vehicles with
central locking. The function is activated again when the front doors are
opened.
Remote control*
Description
You can use the remote control:
• to unlock and lock the car
• unlocking boot lid
The transmitter with the battery is housed in the handle of the master key.
The receiver is located in the interior of the car. The operating range of the
remote control is 10 metres but this range can be reduced if the batteries
are waek.
The master 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 a Škoda Dealer 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).
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• The battery must be replaced, ideally by the Škoda dealer, if the
central locking or anti-theft alarm system does react to the remote control
at less than 3 metres away.
Unlocking and locking car
Fig. 28 Radio-operated key
The radio-operated key differs according to the equipment
installed on the vehicle.
Fig. 27 Radio-operated key
Unlocking the vehicle
– Press button for about 1 second.
Locking the vehicle
– Press button for about 1 second.
Deactivating safe securing system
– Press button twice in 2 seconds. Further information
⇒ page 40.
Boot lid remote release
– Press button for about 1 second ⇒ fig. 28.
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Folding out of the key
– Press button .
Folding up of the key
– Press button and collapse the key bit in the housing.
The turn signal lights flash twice as confirmation that the vehicle has been
unlocked. The vehicle will lock again automatically if you unlock the
vehicle using button 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.
The safe securing system along with the anti-theft alarm system* are,
however, deactivated during these 30 seconds.
If the single door opening function has been activated on your car, you
unlock only the driver door by pressing button once and the complete
vehicle by pressing the button twice ⇒ page 40.
When the vehicle is unlocked or locked, the interior lights in the door
contact are automatically switched on or off.
The turn signal lights flash once to confirm that the vehicle has been
correctly locked.
The turn signal lights flash once to confirm that the vehicle has been
correctly locked. If the turn signal lights do not flash, check the doors,
bonnet and boot lid again to ensure that they are closed. If the doors, the
bonnet or the boot lid remain open when the anti-theft alarm system* is
activated, the turn signal lights do not flash until after they have been
closed.
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WARNING (continued)
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 radio 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 master key
before inserting the key into the ignition lock in order to avoid the car being
inadvertently locked and, in addition, the anti-theft alarm system* being
switched on. Should this happen, press the unlock button
key.
of the master
Synchonisation of 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 radiooperated 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.
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
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Anti-theft alarm system*
The anti-theft alarm system increases the level of protection against
people seeking to break into the vehicle. The system triggers audible and
visual warning signals if an attempt is made to break into the vehicle.
How is the alarm system switched on?
The anti-theft alarm system is activated automatically when the vehicle is
locked with the key on the closed driver's door or by using the remote
control. It is activated 30 seconds after closing the door.
How is the alarm system switched off?
The anti-theft alarm system is switched off if the vehicle is unlocked by
only using the remote control. The vehicle is automatically locked again if
the vehicle is not opened within 30 seconds after reactivating the anti-theft
alarm system.
Once you unlock the vehicle by inserting the key into the driver door you
then have to insert the key into the ignition lock and switch the ignition on
within 15 seconds after opening the door in order to deactivate the antitheft alarm system. The alarm will be triggered if you do not switch on
the ignition within 15 seconds.
When is the alarm triggered?
The following security areas of the locked vehicle are monitored:
• Bonnet
• Boot lid
• Doors
• Ignition lock
• Interior of the vehicle*
3)
• A drop in voltage of the on-board power supply
An alarm is immediately triggered if either of the two battery terminals is
disconnected while the anti-theft alarm system is activated.
How is the alarm switched off?
You switch the alarm off if you unlock the car with the radio remote control
in the key or if you switch the ignition on.
Deactivation of interior monitor
The process of switching off and switching on the interior monitoring
system is the same as for switching off and switching on the safe securing
system ⇒ page 41.
This function allows one to leave animals in the vehicle, for example.
Note
• The working life of the alarm siren is 5 years. More detailed information
is available from your Škoda dealer.
• Before leaving the car, check that all the doors, windows and the elec-
tric sliding/tilting roof* are properly closed in order to ensure that the antitheft alarm system is fully operational.
• Coding of the radio remote control and the receptor part precludes the
use of the radio remote control from other vehicles.
3)
The alarm will be triggered through movement within the interior of the vehicle or
an attempt to steal the radio. The rear part of the interior of the vehicle is not fully
monitored under certain circumstances.
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Power windows*
Switch
Fig. 29 Switch 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
switch in the door. The process stops when one releases the
switch.
– Pressing of the switch in the driver's door down to the stop will
cause the window to be opened completey, automatically.
Renewed pressing of the switch causes the window to stop
immediately.
Closing a window
– A window is closed through pulling lightly on the respective
switch in the door. The closing process stops when one
releases the switch.
– Pulling of the switch in the driver's door to the stop will cause
the window to be closed completey, automatically. Renewed
pulling of the switch causes the window to stop immediately.
The switch for the individual windows is located in the armrest of the
driver's door ⇒ fig. 29, front passenger door and in the rear doors*.
Switch for the power window in the armrest of the driver's door
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Switch for the power window in the driver's door
Switch for the power window in the front passenger's door
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Switch for the power window in the rear door on the right*
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Switch for the power window in the rear door on the left*
Safety pushbutton*
Safety pushbutton*
You can deactivate the switches for power windows at rear doors by
pressing the safety pushbutton ⇒ fig. 29. The switches for power
windows at rear doors are activated again by pressing the safety push-
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button again.
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.
• The system is fitted with a force limiter. The closing process will
be stop if an obstruction is detected and the window will open
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again. You should nevertheless take particular care when closing
the windows! A person may otherwise suffer severe injuries as a
result of getting an arm, for example, jammed in the window!
• It is recommended to deactivate the electrically operated power
windows in the rear doors (safety pushbutton) ⇒ page 49,
fig. 29 when children are being transported on the rear seats.
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• After switching the ignition off, it is still possible to open or close the
windows for a further 10 minutes. The automatic closing and opening
functions will not operate during this time. The power windows are
switched off completely once you open the driver or front passenger door.
• When driving, use the existing heating, air conditioning and ventilation
system for ventilating the interior of the vehicle. If the windows are
opened, dust and other dirt can get into the vehicle. The wind noise is
more at certain speeds.
Convenience operation of windows
You can open and close the electrically powered windows as
follows when unlocking and locking the vehicle (just closing of the
sliding roof).
Opening windows with the key
– Turn the key in the lock of the driver door into the opening
position and hold it until all the windows are open.
Closing windows with the key
– Turn the key in the lock of the driver door into the closing posi-
tion and hold it there until all of the windows are closed.
You can interrupt the opening or closing operation of the windows immediately by releasing the key.
WARNING
• Obstruction protection is not active during the convenience
operating feature ⇒ in “Switch” on page 49.
• You should take particular care when closing the windows! A
person may otherwise suffer severe injuries as a result of getting
an arm, for example, jammed in the window!
Operational problems
Automatic closing or opening does not operate
If the battery of the car has been disconnected and then reconnected, the
automatic closing and opening function does not operate. The system
must be activated. Proceed as follows in order to re-establish the function:
• Turn the key in the lock of the driver door into the closing position and
hold it there until all of the windows are closed.
• Release the key.
• Insert the key again and turn it to the closing position for about 3
seconds.
Operation in winter
Ice accumulating on the surface of the windows during the winter may
result in a greater resistance when closing the windows and the window
may stop and move back several centimetres
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Proceed as follows to close the window fully:
• Turn the key in the lock of the driver door into the closing position and
hold it there until all of the windows are closed.
• Repeat this operatiive cycle when the window stops.
WARNING
• Obstruction protection is not active during the closing of the
windows ⇒ in “Switch” on page 49.
• You should take particular care when closing the windows! A
person may otherwise suffer severe injuries as a result of getting
an arm, for example, jammed in the window!
Electric sliding/tilting roof*
Description
The sliding/tilting roof is operated by means of the control dial ⇒ fig. 30
and only functions when the ignition is switched on. The control dial has a
number of fixed positions.
After switching the ignition off, it is still possible to open or close the
windows for a further 10 minutes. It is no longer possible to operate the
sliding/tilting roof after opening or closing one of the front doors, however.
Note
• If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, it is possible
that the sliding/tilting roof does not close fully. Here you have to set the
control dial to the switch position and press it forward for about 10
seconds.
• It is necessary after each emergency operation (using crank handle)
to move the sliding/tilting roof into the basic position. Here you have to set
the control dial to the switch position and press it forward for about 10
seconds.
Opening and tilting
Comfort position
– Turn the switch to position ⇒ fig. 30.
Opening roof fully
– Turn the switch to position and hold it in this position
(spring-tensioned position).
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Tilting roof
Fig. 30 Control dial for
the power sliding/tilting
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The wind noise in the comfort position is less than when the roof is fully
opened.
The sun screen is also opened automatically when the roof slides open.
You can slide the sun screen into the opened or closed position by hand
when the sliding/tilting roof is closed.
Caution
It may be necessary during winter to remove any ice and snow in the area
of the sliding/tilting roof before opening it in order to prevent damaging the
opening mechanism.
Closing
Sliding closed/closing the sliding/tilting roof
– Turn the switch to position ⇒ page 51, fig. 30.
Safety closing
The sliding/tilting roof is equipped with an overload protection system. The
sliding/tilting 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 sliding/tilting roof completely without overload protection by
pressing the switch to the position ⇒ page 51, fig. 30 at the front for as
long as it takes for the sliding/tilting roof to shut completely ⇒ .
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Close the sliding/tilting roof carefully - risk of injury!
Convenience operation
You can also close an open sliding/tilting roof from the outside.
– Turn the key in the lock of the driver's door into the closing
position and hold until the sliding/tilting roof is closed ⇒ .
The closing process stops when one releases the key.
WARNING
Close the sliding/tilting roof carefully - risk of injury! The overload
protection system does not function with the convenience
closing.
Emergency operation
Fig. 31 Detail of the
headliner: Emergency
operation
You can close the sliding/tilting roof by hand if the system is
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defect.
– Carefully remove the plastic covering using a screwdriver.
– Remove the crank from its holder, insert it in the opening down
to the stop and then turn it to close or open the sliding/tilting
roof.
– Put the crank into its holder and place the covering in place
again.
– Have the fault rectified by a Škoda dealer.
Note
It is necessary after each emergency operation (using crank handle) to
move the sliding/tilting roof into the basic position. Here you have to press
the control dial forward to switch position ⇒ page 51, fig. 30 for about
10 seconds.
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Lights
Switching lights on and off
Fig. 32 Dash panel:
Light switch
Switching on side lights
– Turn the light switch ⇒ fig. 32 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 ⇒ page 57, fig. 36.
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Switching off all lights
– Turn the light switch into position O.
Low beam comes on only if the ignition is switched on. The low beam is
switched off automatically when the engine is started and after switching
the ignition off; only the side lights come on.
On models fitted with right-hand steering* the position of the switches
differs from that shown in ⇒ fig. 32. The symbols which mark the switch
positions are identical, however.
In certain countries, the low beam is on a reduced brightness as well as
the side lights, when the ignition is switched on.
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 visibilty is poor.
Note
• An audible warning will sound if you withdraw the ignition key and open
the driver's door when the vehicle lights are still on.
• 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 you park the car for a lengthy period, we recommend switching off all
lights, or leaving only the side lights switched on.
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• The switching on of the described lights should only be undertaken in
accordance with the legal requirements.
Fog lights*
Switching on the fog lights
– First of all turn the light switch ⇒ page 54, fig. 32 into position
or .
– Pull the light switch out to the first notch .
The rear fog light warning light ⇒ page 27 lights up in the instrument
cluster when the fog light is switched off.
The rear fog light
Switching on the rear fog light
– First of all turn the light switch ⇒ page 54, fig. 32 into position
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or .
– Pull the light switch out to the second notch .
The rear fog light warning light ⇒ page 27 lights up in the instrument
cluster when the fog light is switched off.
Only the rear fog light of the trailer lights up automatically when you are
towing a trailer using a factory-fitted towing device which is fitted with
the rear fog light .
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Caution
The rear fog light should only be switched on if visibility is particularly poor
(conform with any varying legal provisions) to avoid dazzling vehicles
behind your vehicle.
Instrument lighting*
You can adjust the brightness of the instrument lighting.
Fig. 33 Dash panel:
Instrument lighting
Switch on the light.
– Turn the control dial ⇒ fig. 33 to the desired intensity of the
instrument lighting.
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Headlight range adjustment
Once the low beam is switched on you can then adapt the
range of the headlights to the load of the vehicle.
Fig. 34 Dash panel:
Lights and Visibility
– Turn the control dial ⇒ fig. 34 until you have adjusted the low
beam so that oncoming traffic is not dazzled.
Settings
The positions correspond approximately to the following vehicle loads:
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Front seats occupied, luggage compartment empty.
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All seats occupied, luggage compartment empty.
2
All seats occupied, luggage compartment laden.
3
Driver seat occupied, luggage compartment laden.
Caution
Set the headlight beam adjustment in such a way as to avoid dazzling
oncoming traffic.
Note
Headlights fitted with Xenon bulbs adapt automatically to the load and
driving state of the vehicle (e.g. accelerating, braking) when the ignition is
switched on and when driving.
Switch for hazard warning lights
Fig. 35 Dash panel:
Switch for hazard
warning lights
– Press switch ⇒ fig. 35 to switch the hazard warning light
system on or off.
All the turn signal lights on the vehicle flash at the same time when the
hazard warning light system is switched on. The indicator light for the turn
signals and the indicator light in the switch also flash at the same time. You
can also switch on the hazard warning light system if the ignition is
switched off.
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Please comply with any legal requirements when using the hazard
warning light system.
Note
Switch on the hazard warning light system if, for example:
• you encounter traffic congestion,
• your car breaks down or an emergency situation occurs,
Turn signal and main beam lever
The parking lights and headlight flasher are also switched
on and off using the turn signal and main beam lever.
Fig. 36 Turn signal and
main beam lever
The turn signal and main beam lever perform the following functions:
and left turn signal light
Right
– Push the lever upwards or downwards ⇒ fig. 36.
– If you only wish to flash three times (the so-called conven-
ience turn signal*), push the lever briefly up to the upper or
lower pressure point and release it.
– Turn signal for changing lanes, in order to only flash briefly -
move the lever up or down to the pressure point and hold it in
this position.
Main beam
– Switch on the low beam.
– Push the lever forwards.
– Pull the lever back into the initial position in order to switch the
main beam off again.
Headlight flasher
– Pull on the lever of the steering wheel (sprung position) - the
main beam and warning light in the instrument cluster come
on.
Parking light
– Switch off the ignition.
– Push the lever up or down - the right-hand or left-hand parking
light is switched on.
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Information concerning the function of the lights.
• The turn signal system only operates when the ignition is switched
on. The corresponding indicator light or in the instrument cluster also
flashes.
• The turn signal is automatically cancelled after negotiating a curve.
• The side light and rear light on the appropriate side of the vehicle are
switched on when the parking light is selected. The parking light function
only operates if the ignition is switched off.
• An acoustic warning signal will sound when the driver's door is opened
if the lever is not in the middle position after removing the ignition key. The
acoustic warning signal will stop just as soon as the driver's door is closed.
Caution
Use main beam or the headlight flasher only if this does not risk dazzling
other road users.
Note
Use only in accordance with the legal requirements the described lighting
and signal systems.
Interior lighting
Front interior lighting and storage compartment on
front passenger side
Fig. 37 Detail of the
headliner: front interior
lighting
Door contact switching mechanism (on the front and rear*
door)
– Press the switch to the right into position
– On the version without reading lights press the switch into
the middle position
Switching the interior light on
– Press the switch to the left into position
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⇒ fig. 37.
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Switching the interior light off
– Press the switch into the middle position O.
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– On the version without reading lights press the switch to
the right, the symbol O appears.
Reading lights
– Press on one of the switches ⇒ page 58, fig. 37 in order to
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switch the right or left reading light on or off.
Lighting of storage compartment on the front passenger
side
– Open the flap of the storage compartment on the front
passenger side.
– The light switches on automatically when the parking light is
switched on and goes out when the flap is closed.
The interior light is switched on for about 20 seconds when a vehicle with
a central locking system is unlocked, when a door is opened or when the
ignition key is removed. The requirement for this is that the switch is in
the door contact position. The inner light goes out out immediately after
the ignition is switched on.
A time delay switch* causes the inner lighting on vehicles without a central
locking system stays on for a few seconds after the doors have been
closed. The inner light goes out out immediately after the ignition is
switched on.
The interior lighting is switched off after about 30 minutes when a door has
been left open in order to avoid discharging the battery of the vehicle.
Interior lighting at the rear* (estate vehicle, sedan)
Fig. 38 Roof liner light
at the rear
The lights ⇒ fig. 38 are actuated by pressing the glass on the symbol ,
O or by switching to the middle position .
The same principles apply for the interior lighting at the rear as for the for
the interior lighting at the front ⇒ page 58.
Note
We recommend having these bulbs replaced by a Škoda dealer.
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Front door warning light*
Fig. 39 Front door:
Warning light
The warning light is located in the door trim panel below ⇒ fig. 39.
The warning light goes on every time the door is opened.
If a door remains open, the battery will discharge.
There is a reflector installed on some vehicles instead of the warning
light.
Luggage compartment light*
The lighting comes on automatically when the boot lid is opened. The
luggage compartment lighting will switch off again automatically if the boot
lid remains open for more than about 30 minutes.
Visibility
Rear window heater
Fig. 40 Switch for rear
window heater
– Press switch ⇒ fig. 40 to switch on the rear window heater.
The rear window heater only operates when the engine is running. An indicator light in the switch is illuminated when the rear window heater is
switched on.
The rear window heater switches off automatically after 20 minutes. If
you press the switch
on permanently - the automatic deactivation is thus deactivated.
For the sake of the environment
You should switch off the rear window heater as soon as the rear window
is clear. The reduced current consumption will have a favourable effect on
fuel economy ⇒ page 163, “Saving electricity”.
once again, the rear window heater is switched
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Sun visors
Using the sun visors can contribute to increasing road
safety.
Fig. 41 Sun visor:
swivelling out
You can pull the sun visors for the driver and front passenger out of their
fixture and swivel them toward the doors in the direction of the arrow
⇒ fig. 41. The visor above the interior mirror* can only be folded down.
The vanity mirrors* in the sun visors are provided with covers.
The windscreen wiper and washing
system
Windscreen wipers
You can operate the windscreen wipers and automatic
wipe/wash using the windscreen wiper lever.
Fig. 42 Windscreen
wiper lever
The windscreen wiper lever ⇒ fig. 42 has the following positions:
Finger-operated wiping
– Position the lever down into position if you wish to wipe the
windscreen only for a single wipe - spring-tensioned position.
Intermittent wipe
– Position the lever up into position .
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– Set with the switch the desired break between the indi-
vidual wiper strokes
Slow wipe
– Position the lever up into position .
Fast wipe
– Position the lever up into position .
Automatic wipe/wash for windscreen
– Pull the lever towards the steering wheel into position and
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the widescreen wiper and wash system will operate - in the
sprung position.
– Release the lever. The windscreen wash system stops and
the wiper continues for another 1 - 3 wiper strokes (depending
on the period of spraying of the windscreen). The wiper wipes
once again 5 seconds after the last wiper stroke, in order to
wipe the last drops from the windscreen.
Wiping the rear window pane*
– Push the lever away from the steering wheel into position
⇒ page 61, fig. 42, the widescreen wiper will operate every 6
seconds.
Automatic wipe/wash for the rear window pane*
– Push the lever away from the steering wheel into position
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- the widescreen wiper and wash system will operate - in the
sprung position.
– Letting go of the lever will cause the windscreen wash system
to stop and the wiper to continue for another 1 - 3 wiper
strokes (depending on the period of spraying of the windscreen). The lever will stay in position after releasing it .
Switching windscreen wipers off
– Move the lever back into its home position .
The windscreen wipers and the windscreen washer system only operate
if the ignition is switched on.
The rear window will be wiped again if the window wipers are on when
reverse gear is selected.
The windscreen washer nozzles are heated* when the ignition is switched
on.
Top up with wash liquid ⇒ page 197.
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WARNING
• Properly maintained windscreen wiper blades are essential for
clear visibility and safe driving ⇒ page 63, “Replacing wiper blades
for the windscreen wipers”.
• Do not use the windscreen washer system at low temperatures,
without heating the windscreen beforehand. Otherwise the window
cleaner could freeze on the windscreen and restrict the view to the
front.
Caution
In frosty weather, please first of all check whether the windscreen wiper
blades are not frozen to the windscreen before switching them on.
Switching on windscreen wipers when the blades are frozen to the wind-
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screen may result in damage both to the blades and the motor of the windscreen wipers!
Headlight cleaning system*
The headlights are being cleaned after the windscreen wiper has wiped
for the fifth time, the low beam or main beam are switched on and the
windscreen wiper lever was held in the position ⇒ page 61, fig. 42 for
about 1 second.
You should remove stubborn dirt (such as insect residues) from the headlight lenses at regular intervals, for example when refuelling. Please refer
to the following guidelines ⇒ page 173, “The headlight lenses”.
You should remove any snow from the fixtures of the washer nozzles and
clear ice in winter with a de-icing spray in order to ensure proper operation
of the cleaning system.
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Replacing wiper blades for the windscreen wipers
Fig. 43 Wiper blades
for the windscreen
Taking off the wiper blade
– Fold windscreen wiper arm away from the windscreen and
position the wiper blade at right angles to the wiper arm
⇒ fig. 43.
– Press the securing spring in the direction of arrow and
press the wiper blade at the same time in the direction of arrow
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Attaching a wiper blade
– Push the wiper blade over the wiper arm. The securing spring
must click into place audibly.
Windscreen wiper blades in proper condition are essential to obtain good
visibility. Wiper blades should not be allowed to become dirtied by dust,
insect remains and preserving wax.
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Juddering or smearing of the wiper blades could be due to wax residues
left on the windscreen by vehicle washing in automatic vehicle wash
systems. It is therefore important to degrease the lips of the winscreen
wiper blades after every pass through an automatic vehicle wash
system.
WARNING
• If the windscreen wipers are handled carelessly, there is a risk
of damage to the windscreen.
• You should clean the wiper blades regularly with a windscreen
cleaner in order to avoid any smears. Clean a wiper blade with a
sponge or cloth if it is very dirty, for example from insect residues.
• Replace the windscreen wiper blades once or twice a year for
safety reasons. Windscreen wiper blades are available from Škoda
dealers.
Replacing the wiper blade on the rear window wiper
Taking off the wiper blade
– Fold the window wiper arm away ⇒ fig. 44.
– Hold the window wiper arm at the top end with one hand.
– Take hold of the wiper blade with the other hand and pull the
wiper blade in the direction of arrow .
Attaching a wiper blade
– Interlock the wiper blade into the window wiper arm - see
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arrow .
The same remarks apply here as for ⇒ page 63, “Replacing wiper blades
for the windscreen wipers”.
Fig. 44 Wiper blade for
the rear window
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Rear-view mirror
You can adjust the exterior mirrors electrically*.
Fig. 45 Inner part of
door: Rotary knob
Adjust the reverse view mirror before commencing to drive so
that there is a clear view to the rear.
Dimming the interior mirror
– Pull the lever on the bottom edge of the mirror toward rear (the
lever on the interior mirror must point forwards in it home position).
Heating of the external mirror*
– Turn the rotary knob to position
⇒ fig. 45.
Adjusting left and right exterior mirrors*
– Turn the rotary knob to position
surface is identical to the movement of the rotary knob. The
right hand exterior mirror is adjusted at the same time on vehicles with electrically operated power windows.
Adjusting the right-hand exterior mirror*
– Turn the rotary knob to position
surface is identical to the movement of the rotary knob.
The exterior mirror heater only operates when the engine is running.
. The movement of the mirror
. The movement of the mirror
WARNING
• Convex (curved outward) or aspherical exterior mirrors
increase the vision field. They do, however, make objects appear
smaller in the mirror. These mirrors are only of limited use, therefore, for estimating distances to the following vehicles.
• Use whenever possible the interior rear mirror, for estimating
the distances to the following vehicles.
Note
• Do not touch the surface of the exterior mirrors if the exterior mirror
heater is switched on.
• You can set the exterior mirrors by hand, if the power setting function
fails at any time, by pressing on the edge of the mirror surface.
• Contact your Škoda dealer if a fault exists with the power setting of the
exterior mirrors.
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Seats and Stowage
Front seats
Basic information
The front seats have a wide range of different settings and can thus be
matched to the physical characteristics of the driver and front passenger.
Correct adjustment of the seats is particularly important for
• safely and quickly reaching the controls,
• a relaxed, fatigue-free body position,
• achieving the maximum protection offered by the seat belts and
the airbag system.
The chapters which follow describe the procedure which you should adopt
for adjusting the seats.
WARNING
• Never transport more occupants than the maximum seating in
the vehicle.
• Each occupant must correctly fasten the seat belt belonging to
the seat. Children must be fastened ⇒ page 140, “Transporting
children safely” with a suitable restraint system.
• The front seats and the head restraints must always be adjusted
to match the body size of the seat occupant as well as the seat belts
must always be correctly fastened in order to provide an optimal
protection for you and your occupants.
• Always keep your feet in the footwell when the car is being
driven - never place your feet on the instrument panel, out of the
window or on the surfaces of the seats. This is particularly impor-
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tant for the front seat passenger. You will be exposed to increased
risk of injury if it becomes necessary to apply the brake or in the
event of an accident. If an airbag is deployed, you may suffer fatal
injuries when adopting an incorrect seated position!
• It is important for the driver and front passenger to maintain a
distance of at least 25 cm from the steering wheel or dash panel.
Not maintaining this minimum distance will mean that the airbag
system will not be able to properly protect you - hazard! The front
seats and the head restraints must always also be correctly
adjusted to match the body size of the occupant.
• Ensure that there are no objects in the footwell as any objects
may get behind the pedals during a driving or braking manoeuvre.
You would then no longer be able to operate the clutch, to brake or
accelerate.
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Adjusting the front seats
Fig. 46 Controls at
seat
Adjusting a seat in a forward/back direction
– Pull the lever ⇒ fig. 46 up and push the seat into the
desired position.
– Release the lever and push the seat further until the lock
is heard to engage.
Adjusting height of seat*
– Lift the seat if required by pulling or pumping lever
upwards.
– Lower the seat if required by pushing or pumping lever
downwards.
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Adjusting angle of backrest
– Relieve any pressure on the backrest (do not lean on it) and
turn the handwheel to adjust the angle of the backrest.
The driver's seat should be adjusted in such a way that the pedals can be
pressed to the floor with slightly bent legs.
The backrest on the driver's seat should be adjusted in such a way that
the upper point of the steering wheel can be easily reached with slightly
bent arms.
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WARNING
• Only adjust the driver seat when the vehicle is stationary - risk
of injury!
• Take care when adjusting the seat! Adjusting the seat without
care can lead to bruises or injuries.
• The backrests must not be angled too far back when driving
otherwise this will affect proper operation of the seat belts and of
the airbag system - risk of injury!
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Head restraints
Fig. 47 Adjusting head
restraint
Fig. 48 Removing a
head restraint
Adjusting the height of a head restraint
– Grasp the side of the head restraint with both hands and push
it up or down in direction of arrow ⇒ fig. 47. Best protection
is achieved if the top edge of the head restraint is at the same
level as the upper part of your head ⇒ page 119, fig. 99.
Adjusting the angle of a head restraint*
– The head restraint can be matched to the head of the occu-
pant by adjusting the angle in the direction of the arrow
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⇒ fig. 47. Adjusting the angle of the head restraint provides
enhanced comfort for the user.
Removing and installing a head restraint
– Pull the head restraint up out of the backrest of the seat as far
as the stop (on the rear head restraints fold down the seat
backrest).
– Press the locking button in the direction of arrow ⇒ fig. 48 and
pull the head restraint out.
– To re-insert the head restraint, push it down into the backrest
of the seat far enough until you hear the locking button
engage.
The head restraints on the front seats can be adjusted for tipping angle*
and height. The outer head restraints are not adjustable for height. The
middle rear head restraint* is adjustable in two positions ⇒ page 69.
The head restraints must be adjusted to match the size of the seat occupant. Correctly adjusted head restraints together with the seat belts offer
effective protection for the occupants.
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WARNING
• The head restraints must be correctly adjusted in order to offer
effective protection for the occupants in the event of an accident.
• Do not drive under any circumstance with removed head
restraints - risk of injury!
Middle rear head restraint*
Fig. 49 Rear seats: the
position of the middle
head restraints
The middle head restraints can be adjusted to two settings, the upper one
and the lower one. The upper setting is interlocked into place.
You must always press the securing button ⇒ fig. 49 when removing the
head restraint and when pushing it out of the upper setting into the lower
setting.
WARNING
The head restraint on the middle rear seat must always be in the
upper locked position when someone is sitting there.
Heating the front seats*
Fig. 50 Dash panel:
Control dial for heating
the front seats
The seating and leaning surfaces of the front seats can be heated
when the ignition is switched on.
Front seats
– Heating on the driver's ⇒ fig. 50 and front pasenger's seat
can be switched on and regulated by turning the control dial
as required.
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– The system is switched off by turning the control dial to the
home position “0”.
Caution
• You should not kneel on the seats or otherwise apply pressure at
specific points in order to avoid damaging the heating elements of the seat
heaters.
• Do not clean the seats moist ⇒ page 175.
Note
The seat heating should only be switched on when the engine is running.
This has a significant effect of saving on the battery capacity.
Rear seats
Folding the rear seats forwards
Fig. 51 Folding the
rear seats forwards
Fig. 52 Unlock the seat
backrests
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The rear seats and the seat backrest can be folded forwards to
increase the volume of the luggage compartment ⇒ page 72.
Both parts of the bank can be folded forward individually on vehicles with a divided rear seat*.
Folding the rear seat forwards
– In order to avoid causing any damage when folding the rear
seat forward it is important to adjust the front seats so that no
damage can occur when this is done.
– Pull up the rear seats in the direction of arrow ⇒ page 70,
fig. 51 and fold forwards in direction of arrow .
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– Pull up the unlocking knob on the seat backrest and fold the
seat backrest forwards ⇒ page 70, fig. 52.
– Pull the head restraints out of the seat backrest.
– The head restraints can be inserted into the relevant holes of
the folded forwards rear seats ⇒ fig. 53.
– Fold the seat backrest forwards completely.
Folding the rear seat back into position
– Install the head restraints in the partially lifted rear seat back-
rest.
– Then push the seat backrest back into the upright position
until it clicks into place - check by pulling on it.
– Fold the rear seats back into its original position.
WARNING
• The belt lock and pelvic belt must be in their original position
after folding back the rear seats and seat backrest - they must be
ready to use.
• The seat backrests must be securely interlocked in position so
that no objects in the luggage compartment can slide forward if
there is sudden braking - risk of injury.
• Ensure that the seat backrest on the rear seats is securely inter-
locked in position when the vehicle is fitted with three-point safety
belts for the middle rear seat. It is only then that the three-point seat
belt can reliably fulfil its function.
Inserting a head restraint in the rear seats
Fig. 53 Rear seats:
Head restraint in rear
seats
– The rear head restraints can be inserted into the relevant
holes of the folded forwards rear seats.
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Remove the rear seats
Fig. 54 Remove the
rear seats
The luggage compartment can be increased in size by removing
the rear seats
Removing
– Fold the rear seats forwards completely
– Press the wire clamp in the direction of the arrow ⇒ fig. 54
and remove the rear seats from its holder.
Installing
– Press the wire clamp in the direction of the arrow and place
the seat upholstery in its holder.
– Fold the rear seats back into its original position.
Pedals
You should use only footmats which do not obstruct the movement of the
pedals and have an anti-slip protection.
Operation of the pedals must not be hindered!
WARNING
• Greater pedal distances may be needed when there is a fault in
the brake system.
• Do not place any footmats or other additional floor coverings in
the area of the pedals in order to ensure that all the pedals can be
fully depressed and are able to return unobstructed to their initial
position - risk of accident!
• There must be no objects on the floor which could roll under the
pedals. You would then no longer be able to apply the brakes,
operate the clutch or accelerator - risk of accident!
Luggage compartment
Loading the luggage compartment
Please observe the following in the interest of having good
handling characteristics of your vehicle:
– Distribute the items of luggage as evenly as possible.
– Place heavy objects as far forward as possible.
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– Attach the items of luggage to the lashing eyes or the safety
net* ⇒ page 74.
In the event of an accident, there is such a high kinetic energy which is
produced by small and light objects that they can cause severe injuries.
The magnitude of the kinetic energy depends on the speed at which the
vehicle is travelling and on the weight of the object. The speed at which
the vehicle is travelling is in this case the more significant factor.
Example: In the event of a frontal collision at a speed of 50 km/h, an unsecured object with a weight of 4.5 kg produces an energy, which corresponds to 20 times its own weight. This means that it results in a weight
of approx. 90 kg. You can imagine the injuries that can occur, if this “bullet”
is flying through the interior compartment and hits an occupant.
WARNING
• Store the objects in the luggage compartment and attach them
to the lashing eyes.
• Loose objects in the passenger compartment can be thrown
forward during a sudden manoeuvre or in case of an accident and
can injure the occupants or other oncoming traffic. This risk is still
increased, if the objects which are flying around are hit by a
deployed airbag. In this case, the objects which are thrown back
can injure the occupants - hazard.
• Please note that the handling properties of your vehicle may be
affected when transporting heavy objects as a result of the
displacement of the centre of gravity. The speed and style of
driving must be adjusted accordingly.
• The items carried in the luggage compartment should be stored
in such a way that no objects are able to slip forward if there are any
sudden driving or braking manoeuvres undertaken - risk of injury!
WARNING (continued)
• Never drive with the boot lid slightly ajar or even fully opened
otherwise exhaust gases may get into the interior of the vehicle risk of poisoning!
• On no account exceed the permissible axle loads and the
permissible gross weight of the vehicle - risk of accident!
• Never transport occupants in the luggage compartment.
Caution
Please ensure that the heating elements of the rear window heater are not
damaged as a result of objects sliding in this area.
Note
• Tyre pressure must be adjusted to the load ⇒ page 200, fig. 146.
• The air circulation in the interior of the car helps to prevent the
windows from misting up. Stale air is diverted via the outlet nozzles into
the lateral trim panels of the luggage compartment. Check for yourself that
the outlet nozzles are not covered.
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Lashing eyes
Fig. 55 Luggage
compartment: Lashing
eyes
Eyes are located on the sides of the loading area for lashing the goods to
be loaded ⇒ fig. 55.
You can also attach a securing net* to these eyes for lashing small objects.
The securing net* and the fixing instruction is located in the well under the
floor covering of the lugagge compartment behind the spare wheel.
WARNING
• The load to be transported must be fixed in place in such a way
that it cannot move during the journey and when braking.
• If the items of luggage or objects are attached to the lashing
eyes with unsuitable or damaged lashing straps, injuries can occur
in the event of braking manoeuvres or accidents. In order to
prevent the items of luggage being thrown forward, always use
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suitable lashing straps which are firmly attached to the lashing
eyes. Never attach a child seat to the lashing eyes.
Folding double hooks*
Fig. 56 Luggage
compartment: Folding
double hooks
Folding double hooks for attaching small items of luggage, such as bags
etc., are provided on both sides of the luggage compartment ⇒ fig. 56.
An item of luggage weighing up to 5 kg can be attached to each side of
the double hook.
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Fixing of the floor covering of the luggage
compartment
Fig. 57 Luggage
compartment: Fixing of
the floor covering
A loop (Fabia), a hook (estate car) or a folding handle with a hook (Sedan)
is located on the floor covering of the luggage compartment.
If, for example, it is necessary to have access to the spare wheel, it is
possible to fix the raised floor cover with the loop at the hook (Fabia*), with
the hook at the tailgate cutout ⇒ fig. 57 (Estate car), or with the folding
handle with a hook at the tailgate cutout (Sedan).
Luggage net*
Fig. 58 Luggage
compartment: Luggage
net
The luggage net is designed for the tranportation of lighter objects.
WARNING
• In the luggage net you must only store objects (up to a weight
of 1.5 kg). Heavy objects are not secured sufficiently - risk of injury!
• No objects with sharp edges should be stored in the luggage
net, because they can damage the luggage net.
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The luggage compartment cover*
You can use the luggage compartment cover behind the
head restraints for storing light and soft items.
Fig. 59 Removing the
luggage compartment
cover
The luggage compartment cover can be removed as required if
one must transport bulky goods.
– Unhook the support straps on the tailgate.
– Place the cover on the side supports.
– Pull the cover to the rear out of the front holders ⇒ fig. 59.
– Install again by pushing it forwards into the holders and
hanging the support straps on the tailgate.
WARNING
No objects should be placed on the luggage compartment cover,
the vehicle occupants could be endangered if there is sudden
braking or the vehicle collides with something.
Caution
Please ensure that the heating elements of the rear window heater are not
damaged as a result of objects placed in this area.
Note
When opening the boot lid, lift the luggage compartment cover - risk that
objects placed in this area can slip forward!
Luggage compartment cover (Estate car)
Fig. 60 Luggage
compartment: The
luggage compartment
cover
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– Pull the luggage compartment cover in direction of arrow
⇒ page 76, fig. 60.
– Hang the luggage compartment cover in the recesses on the
side of the luggage compartment.
– Have the luggage compartment cover removed to transport
bulky goods. Press the slider from the side in the direction of
arrow and remove the luggage compartment cover in the
direction of arrow .
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WARNING
No objects should be placed on the luggage compartment cover,
the vehicle occupants could be endangered if there is sudden
braking or the vehicle collides with something.
Caution
Please ensure that the heating elements of the rear window heater and
luggage compartment cover are not damaged as a result of objects placed
in this area.
Net partition (Estate)*
Use behind the rear seats
Fig. 61 Unrolling net
partition
Fig. 62 Rolling up net
partition
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Unrolling
– Fold down the rear seat backrests slightly forwards
⇒ page 70, which makes it possible to clear the access for
unrolling the net partition.
– Pull the net partition at the bracket out of the housing in
direction of the holders ⇒ page 77, fig. 61.
– Insert the cross rod into one of the mounts and push the
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C
cross rod forward.
– In the same way, fix the cross rod to the other side of the
vehicle, mount .
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– Then push the seat backrest back into the upright position
until it clicks into place - check by pulling on it ⇒ .
Rolling up
– Pull the cross rod back slightly, first on the one side then on
the other side and take the cross rod out of the mount
⇒ page 77, fig. 62.
– Hold the cross rod in such a way that the net partition can roll
up slowily and without damage into housing .
If you wish to use the entire luggage compartment, you can remove the
luggage compartment cover ⇒ page 76, fig. 60.
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WARNING
• Ensure that the seat backrest on the rear seats is securely inter-
locked in position when the vehicle is fitted with three-point safety
belts for the middle rear seat. It is only then that the three-point seat
belt can reliably fulfil its function.
WARNING (continued)
• First check for yourself that the cross road is inserted into the
mounts in the front position!
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Use behind the front seats
Fig. 63 Unrolling net
partition
Fig. 64 Rolling up net
partition
– Pull the net partiton net at the plate out of the housing
B
⇒ fig. 63.
– Insert the cross rod into the mount first on the one side and
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push the cross rod forward.
– In the same way, fix the cross rod to the other side of the
vehicle, mount .
Rolling up
– Pull the cross rod back slightly, first on the one side then on
the other side and take the cross rod out of the mount
C
⇒ fig. 64.
– Hold the cross rod in such a way that the net partition can roll
up slowily and without damage into housing .
B
– Fold the rear seats back into its original position.
WARNING
First check for yourself that the cross road is inserted into the
mounts in the front position!
C
Unrolling
– Fold the rear seats forward ⇒ page 70
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Removing and installing net partition housing
Fig. 65 Rear seats: Net
partition housing
Removing
– Fold the rear seats forwards ⇒ page 70
– Open the right rear door.
– Push the net partition housing ⇒ fig. 65 in the direction of
arrow and take it out of the mounts of the rear seat backrests in the direction of the arrow .
Installing
– Position the net partition housing into the mounts of the seat
backrest.
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The roof luggage rack system*
Description
Pay attention to the following points if you wish to transport luggage or
other items on the roof of your vehicle:
• A special roof luggage rack system was developed for the vehicle.
That is why you should only use one of the roof luggage rack which has
been released for use by Škoda Auto.
• The base carrier is the basis for a complete roof luggage rack system.
Separate additional holders are required for safety reasons for transporting luggage, bikes, surfboards, skis and boats.
• The basic version of the roof luggage rack system and further compo-
nents are obtainable as accessories from Škoda dealers.
• The base carrier is fixed to the roof of the vehicle using special fixtures
which are located under the roof strip.
Caution
• If you use other roof rack systems or if the roof bars are not properly
fitted, then any damage which may result to your car is not covered by the
warranty agreements. It is therefore essential to pay attention to the fitting
instructions supplied with the roof luggage rack system.
• On models fitted with a power sliding/tilting roof, ensure that the
opened sliding/tilting roof does not strike any items of luggage transported
on the roof.
• Ensure that the opened tailgate does not collide with the roof load.
– Push the net partition housing in the opposite direction of
1
arrow as far as the stop.
– Fold the rear seats back into its original position.
For the sake of the environment
The increased aerodynamic drag results in a higher fuel consumption.
One should therefore take off the roof bar system after use.
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Note
A roof rail is obtainable from a Skoda dealer if hasn't been fitted onto an
estate car at the works.
Attachment points
Fig. 66 Attachment
points for roof bars
Fitting
– Remove the plastic caps ⇒ fig. 66 carefully using a thin
screwdriver and while doing so do not damage the paintwork.
– The feet are inserted into the openings of the roof bars.
Assembly is described by the manufacturer of the roof
luggage rack system.
Note
• The figure is not valid for an estate car.
• If you have any questions, please contact a Škoda dealer.
Roof load
Distribute weight evenly over the roof luggage rack system. The maximum
permissible roof load (including roof rack system) of 75 kg and the
maximum permissible total weight of the vehicle should not be exceeded.
You cannot make full use of the permissible roof load if you use a roof
luggage rack system with a lower load carrying capacity. The load transported on the roof luggage rack system must not exceed the weight limit
which is stated in the fitting instructions.
WARNING
• The items which you transport on the roof bar system must be
reliably attached - risk of accident!
• You must on no account exceed the permissible roof load, the
permissible axle loads and the permissible gross weight of your
vehicle - risk of accident!
• Please note that the handling properties of your vehicle change
when you transport heavy or bulky items on the roof bar system as
a result of the displacement of the centre of gravity and the
increased wind attack area - risk of accident! You must absolutely
adapt your style of driving and the speed of the vehicle to the
specific circumstances.
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Drinks can holder*
Fig. 67 Dash panel:
Drinks can holder
The drinks can holder is designed to place 0.33 litre drinks cans
in.
– Press on the symbol in the direction of
can holder slides out and opens up.
WARNING
The drinks can holder must always be closed when driving for
safety reasons.
⇒ fig. 67, the drinks
Note holder
Fig. 68 Windscreen:
Note holder
The note holder is designed for attaching a car park ticket in parking
areas.
The attached car park ticket must be removed before starting off in order
not to restrict the driver's vision.
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Ashtray at the front*
Fig. 69 Centre
console: Ashtray at the
front
Removing the ashtray insert
– Fold out the ashtray cover and pull out the ashtray insert in the
direction of arrow ⇒ fig. 69.
Replacing the ashtray insert
– Insert the ashtray insert in the guide, insert and slide in and
fold down the ashtray cover.
WARNING
Never lay flammable objects in the ashtray basin - risk of fire!
Ashtray at the rear*
Fig. 70 Centre
console: Ashtray at the
rear
Removing the ashtray insert
– Fold out the ashtray cover and pull out the ashtray insert in the
direction of arrow ⇒ fig. 70.
Replacing the ashtray insert
– Insert the ashtray insert in the guide, insert and slide in and
fold down the ashtray cover.
There is a drinks can holder attached to the inner side of the ashtray cover.
WARNING
Never lay flammable objects in the ashtray basin - risk of fire!
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Cigarette lighter* and power socket*
Cigarette lighter
You can also use the socket on the cigarette lighter for
other electrical appliances.
Fig. 71 Centre
console: Cigarette
lighter
Using the cigarette lighter
– Press in the button of the cigarette lighter ⇒ fig. 71.
– Wait until the button jumps forward.
– Remove the cigarette lighter immediately and use it.
– Insert the cigarette lighter again into the socket.
– Insert the plug of the electrical appliance into the socket of the
cigarette lighter.
The 12 volt power socket can also be used to supply power to electrical
accessories with a power uptake up to 180 watts.
WARNING
• Take care when using the cigarette lighter! Not paying proper
attention or incorrect use the cigarette lighter in an uncontrolled
manner may result in burns.
• The cigarette lighter and the power socket also operates when
the ignition is switched off or the ignition key withdrawn. This is
why you should never leave children unattended in the vehicle.
Caution
Only use matching plugs, which fulfils the DIN - ISO Standard 4165, to
avoid damaging the power sockets.
Note
Connecting electrical components when the engine is not running
will drain the battery of the vehicle - risk of battery draining!
Using the power socket
– Take out the cigarette lighter.
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Power socket in the luggage compartment (Estate
car*, Sedan*)
Fig. 72 Luggage
compartment: Power
socket
– Open the cover of the power socket ⇒ fig. 72.
– Connect the plug of the electrical appliance to the socket.
It fulfils the requirements of DIN standard ISO 4165 and must only be used
for connecting approved electrical accessories with a power uptake of up
to 240 watts. The vehicle battery will be discharged in the process if the
engine is stationary.
The same remarks apply here as for ⇒ page 84.
Further information ⇒ page 206, “Accessories, changes and replacement
of parts”.
Storage compartments
An overview
You will find the following storage facilities in your vehicle:
Storage compartment on the front passenger
side*
Storage compartments on the driver's side ⇒ page 87
Storage drawer* ⇒ page 88
Storage compartment in the front seat* ⇒ page 88
Storage compartment in the front doors ⇒ page 89
Storage compartment in the luggage compartment (Estate car)*
Rear armrest with stowage compartment* ⇒ page 90
Clothes hooks* ⇒ page 90
WARNING
• Please do not place anything on top of the dash panel. Such
objects might slide or fall down when driving (when accelerating or
cornering) and may distract you from concentrating on the traffic
situation - risk of accident!
• Ensure that when driving no objects from the centre console of
from other storage possibilities may get into the footwell of the
driver. You would then no longer be able to apply the brakes,
operate the clutch or accelerator - risk of accident!
⇒ page 86
⇒ page 89
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Storage compartment on the front passenger side*
Fig. 73 Dash panel:
Storage compartment
on the front passenger
side
Fig. 74 Storage
compartment: tiltable
partition wall
Opening and closing the storage compartment on the front
passenger side
– Pull the handle in the lid in direction of arrow ⇒ fig. 73 and pull
the lid down.
– Raise the lid and press it until the catch is heard to engage.
Folding up the partition wall
– Take hold of the partition wall at the edge or in the recess and
folds it open in the direction ⇒ fig. 74.
– Press the partition wall until it clicks into place.
Folding down the partition wall
– Take hold of the partition wall at the edge (near the driver) and
fold it down into its original position.
There is a depression on the inside of the flap for placing a drinks can in
and also a holder for writing implements*.
WARNING
• The storage compartment must always be closed when driving
for safety reasons.
• The drinks can holder should not be used while driving.
There a further storage compartment in the inner room of the
storage compartment located under the tiltable partition wall*
⇒ fig. 74.
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Cooling of storage compartment on front passenger
side*
The storage compartment is for vehicles fitted with an airconditioning system with a closable inlet for cooled air.
Fig. 75 Storage
compartment: Using
cooling system
– You can switch the cooling system on or off using the control
dial ⇒ fig. 75.
Opening the air inlet when the air conditioning system is on causes fresh
or interior air to flow into the storage compartment.
The cooling of the storage compartment operates only if the air conditioning system is switched on. We recommend that you switch off the
cooling (opening concealed) if it is operating in the heating mode or if you
are not using the cooling system for the storage compartment.
Storage compartments on the driver's side
Fig. 76 Dash panel:
Storage compartments
on the driver's side
A
- storage compartment below steering wheel
The lockable storage compartment is opened by folding down the
cover in the direction of arrow ⇒ fig. 76.
Storage compartment is for vehicles fitted with an air conditioning
system with a closable inlet for thermally prepared air.
The air supply in the storage compartment is regulated through the pull
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out cap . Pulling out the end cover in the direction of travel causes the
air inlet to open while pushing it in causes the air inlet to close.
At open air supply, air flows into the storage with a temperature which is
as high as the one out of the air outlet nozzles, depending on temperature
setting.
The air inlet in the storage compartment is connected to position
through adjustment of the control dial for air distribution. This position
causes the maximum amount of air to flow into the storage compartment
(depending on the rotary regulator position for the fan).
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You can use the storage compartment, for example, to temper drinks
cans, etc.
If you do not use the air inlet in the storage compartment, the end
cover should always be kept closed.
There is a holder for a pen on the outside of the storage compartment
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Storage drawer*
Fig. 77 Dash panel:
Storage drawer
– Press in the middle of the storage compartment ⇒ fig. 77 and
the storage compartment will come out.
WARNING (continued)
• The pull-out storage compartment must always be kept closed
when driving for safety reasons.
Storage compartment in the front seat*
Fig. 78 Front seat:
Storage compartment
The storage compartment is foreseen for storing small objects of
up to 1 kg. in weight.
– Tilt the lock to open the flap and pull out the flap ⇒ fig. 78.
– Tilt the lock to close the flap and press flap close.
WARNING
• The storage compartment is not a substitute for the ashtray and
must also not be used for such purposes - risk of fire!
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Storage compartment in the front doors
Fig. 79 Stowage
compartment in door
panel
WARNING
Use the stowage compartments in the door panels only for small
items which do not project out of the compartment in order to avoid
any interference with the proper operation of the side airbags.
Storage compartment in the luggage compartment
(Estate car)*
Fig. 80 Luggage
compartment: Storage
compartments
There are storage compartments situated on the right and the left
in the luggage compartment.
– You can open the compartment by turning the locks in the
direction of arrow ⇒ fig. 80.
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Rear armrest with stowage compartment*
Fig. 81 Rear seats:
Armrest
Fig. 82 Armrest:
Compartment for
stowing
– You can fold down the armrest to enhance occupant comfort
⇒ fig. 81.
The armrest includes a stowage compartment. You open the compartment
by pressing the button on the front side of the armrest and raising the
cover ⇒ fig. 82.
Clothes hooks*
Fig. 83 Area above
rear doors: Clothes
hooks
A clothes hook is located above the rear doors ⇒ fig. 83.
WARNING
• Ensure that any clothes hanging from the hooks do not impair
your vision to the rear.
• Use the hooks for hanging only light items of clothing and
ensure that there are no heavy or sharp-edged objects in the
pockets.
Heating and air conditioning system
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Heating
Using the system
The heating system delivers air into the interior of the
vehicle and warms it as required.
Fig. 84 Heating:
Controls
Setting temperature
– Turn the control dial ⇒ fig. 84 to the right in order to
increase the temperature.
– Turn the control dial to the left in order to increase the
temperature.
A
Controlling blower
– Turn the blower switch into one of the positions, 1 to 4, in
B
order to switch the blower on.
– Turn the blower switch into position 0 in order to switch the
B
blower off.
– Pressing switch causes the recirculating air system to be
switched on - recirculated air mode ⇒ .
Control for air distribution
– You can adjust the direction of the inlet air flow ⇒ page 93
using air distribution regulator .
The air inlet in front of the windscreen must be free of ice, snow or leaves
in order to ensure that the heating and ventilation systems operate properly.
All controls apart from the control dial can be set to any desired intermediate position.
The heating effect is dependent upon the coolant temperature, thus full
heat output only occurs when the engine has reached its operating
temperature.
The blower should aways be on to prevent the windows from misting up.
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B
WARNING
You should not leave recirculated air mode on over a longer period
of time. “Stale air” may result in fatigue in the driver and passengers, reduce attention levels and also cause the windows to mist
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up. The risk of having an accident increases. Switch recirculated
air mode off as soon as the windows begin misting up.
Note
• The whole heat output will be needed to unfrost the windscreen and
side windows. No warm air will be fed to the footwell. This can lead to
restriction of the heating comfort.
• The used air streams out through the air removal openings in the
luggage compartment.
Set heating
Recommended settings of heating controls for:
Defrosting the windscreen and side windows
• Turn control dial ⇒ page 91, fig. 84 to the right up to the stop
• Blower switch in position 4
• Turn the air distribution control into the position
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• Close the air outlet vents 3
• Open air outlet vents 4 ⇒ page 93, fig. 85 and point towards the side
window.
Keeping windscreen and side windows demisted
We recommend that you use the following setting in cases where the
windows are misted up more than usual (e.g. when it is raining):
• Control dial where necessary to the heating range
• Blower switch in position 2 or 3
• Control dial to or as required or to any desired position
between these symbols
• Close the air outlet vents 3
• Open air outlet vents 4 and point towards the side window
Warming up the inside of the vehicle as rapidly as possible
• Turn control dial to the right up to the stop
• Blower switch in position 4
• Turn the air distribution control into the position
• Open the air outlet vents 3 and 4
• We recommend pressing button air recirculation mode. The
windows can steam up in this position however.
Heating the vehicle to a comfortable temperature
We recommend the following setting once the windows are no longer
misted up and the desired teperature has been reached:
• Control dial at the desired heat output
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• Blower switch in position 2 or 3
• Turn the air distribution control into the position
• Close the air outlet vents 3
• Open the air outlet vents 4
• Set the air distribution regulator as required between positions
, if the windscreen gets misted up again.
and
Fresh air mode - ventilation
Non pre-warmed fresh air streams through the air inlet nozzles 3 and 4 for
the following settings.
Recirculated air mode must not be switched on.
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• Turn the control dial ⇒ page 91, fig. 84 to the left up to the stop
• Blower switch in the desired position
• Turn the air distribution control into the position
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• Open air outlet vents 3 and 4 ⇒ page 93, fig. 85
The control dial can be set to other positions as required.
Recirculated air mode
In recirculated air mode air is sucked out of the interior of
the vehicle and then fed back into the interior.
Recirculated air mode prevents polluted air outside the vehicle
from getting into the vehicle, for example when driving through a
tunnel or when standing in a traffic jam.
Switching recirculated air mode on
– Press button , the button symbol
fig. 84.
Switching recirculated air mode off
– Press button again, the button symbol
The recirculated air mode is switched off automatically if the air distribution control is in position
WARNING
You should not leave recirculated air mode on over a longer period
of time. “Stale air” may result in fatigue in the driver and passengers, reduce attention levels and also cause the windows to mist
up. The risk of having an accident increases. Switch recirculated
air mode off as soon as the windows begin misting up.
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lights up ⇒ page 91,
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Air outlet vents
Fig. 85 Air outlet vents
Open air outlet vents
– Turn the vertical thumbwheel (not when in the end position).
Close air outlet vents
– Turn the vertical thumbwheel into the end position.
Redirecting air flow
– Swivel upward or downward the grille of the vents in order to
change the direction of the air flow using the vertically
arranged thumbwheel.
– Turn the horizontal thumbwheel on the vent to the right or left
in order to change the air flow to the appropriate side.
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You can set the air supply to the individual vents with the air distribution
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control ⇒ page 91, fig. 84. Air outlet vents 3 and 4 can also be opened
or closed individually.
Unwarmed or cooled air will flow out of the opened air outlet vents
according to the setting of the control dial ⇒ page 91, fig. 84 and
according to atmospheric conditions.
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The air conditioning system*
Description
The air conditioning system is a combined cooling and
heating system. It makes it possible to optimally control
the air temperature at any season of the year.
Description of the air conditioning system
It is important for your safety and for your driving comfort that the air conditioning system is operating properly.
The air conditioning system operates when switch ⇒ page 95, fig. 86
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is pressed and the following conditions are met:
• engine running
• outside temperature above +5 °C
• blower switch switched on (positions 1 to 4)
If the air conditioning system is switched on, the temperature and air
humidity drops in the vehicle. The wellbeing of the occupants of the car is
enhanced as a result of this particularly at high outside temperatures and
a high air humidity. The system prevents the windows misting up during
the cold season of the year.
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The heating effect is dependent upon the coolant temperature, thus full
heat output only occurs when the engine has reached its operating
temperature.
It is possible to briefly activate recirculated air mode in order to enhance
the cooling effect ⇒ .
Air at a temperature of about 5°C may flow out of the vents under certain
circumstances when the air conditioning system is operating. Lengthy and
uneven distribution of the air flow out of the vents (in particular at the leg
area) and large differences in temperature, for example when getting out
of the vehicle, can result in chills in sensitive persons.
The air inlet in front of the windscreen must be free of ice, snow or leaves
in order to ensure that the heating and ventilation systems operate properly.
After switching on the air conditioning Condensation from the evaporator
of the air conditioning may drip down and form a puddle below the vehicle.
This is quite normal and not an indication of a leak!
WARNING
• For your own safety and that of other road users, ensure that all
the windows are free of ice, snow and misting. Please familiarize
yourself about how to correctly operate the heating and ventilation
systems, how to demist and defrost the windows, as well as with
the cooling mode.
• You should not leave recirculated air mode on over a longer
period of time. “Stale air” may result in fatigue in the driver and
passengers, reduce attention levels and also cause the windows to
mist up. The risk of having an accident increases. Switch recirculated air mode off as soon as the windows begin misting up.
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Note
We recommend that you do not smoke in the vehicle when the recirculating air mode is operating since the smoke which is drawn at the evaporator from the interior of the vehicle forms deposits in the evaporator of
the air conditioning system. This produces a permanent odour when the
air conditioning system is operating which can only be eliminated through
considerable effort and expense (replacement of compressor).
Using the system
Fig. 86 The air conditioning system:
Controls
Setting temperature
– Turn the control dial ⇒ fig. 86 to the right in order to
increase the temperature.
Controlling blower
– Turn the blower switch into one of the positions, 1 to 4, in
B
order to switch the blower on.
– Turn the blower switch into position 0 in order to switch the
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blower off.
– Pressing switch causes the recirculating air system
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⇒ page 97 to be switched on.
Control for air distribution
– You can adjust the direction of the inlet air flow ⇒ page 98
using air distribution regulator .
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Switching air conditioning on/off
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– Press the switch . The symbol
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in the switch comes
on.
– When you again press the switch , the air conditioning
system is switched off. The symbol
AC
in the button is no
longer illuminated.
The set temperature will be automatically maintained other than
when the control dial is on the extreme right or extreme left position:
Extreme right position - full heating
Extreme left position - full cooling
The controls and can be set to any desired intermediate position.
The blower should aways be on to prevent the windows from misting up.
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– Turn the control dial to the left in order to increase the
temperature.
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Note
• The whole heat output will be needed to unfrost the windscreen and
side windows. No warm air will be fed to the footwell. This can lead to
restriction of the heating comfort.
• The used air streams out through the air removal openings in the
luggage compartment.
• If the air conditioning system has not been switched on for a lengthy
period, odours may be produced at the evaporator because of deposits.
Switch the air conditioning system on at least once a month for approximately 5 minutes at the highest blower stage - also during the cold season
of the year - in order to remove such odours. Also open a window for a
short time.
• Please refer to the information regarding recirculated air mode
⇒ page 97.
Setting air conditioning system
Recommended settings of air conditioning controls:
Defrosting the windscreen and side windows
• Turn control dial ⇒ page 95, fig. 86 to the right up to the stop
• Blower switch in position 4
• Turn the air distribution control into the position
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• Close the air outlet vents 3
• Open air outlet vents 4 ⇒ page 98, fig. 87 and point towards the side
window.
Keeping windscreen and side windows demisted
We recommend that you use the following setting in cases where the
windows are misted up more than usual (e.g. when it is raining):
Blower switch in position 2
Turn the air distribution control into the position
Close the air outlet vents 3
Open air outlet vents 4 ⇒ page 98, fig. 87 and point towards the side
window.
Switch on the air conditioning system by pressing button
Warming up the inside of the vehicle as rapidly as possible
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• Turn control dial to the right up to the stop
• Blower switch in position 4
• Turn the air distribution control into the position
• Open the air outlet vents 4
• We recommend pressing button air recirculation mode. The
windows can steam up in this position however.
Heating the vehicle to a comfortable temperature
We recommend the following setting once the windows are no longer
misted up and the desired teperature has been reached:
• Control dial at the desired heat temperature
• Blower switch in position 2 or 3
• Turn the air distribution control into the position
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• Open the air outlet vents 4
• Set the air distribution regulator as required between positions
and
, if the windscreen gets misted up again.
Cooling down the inside of the vehicle as rapidly as possible
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• Close all windows and the sliding/tilting roof
• Turn the control dial to the left up to the stop
• Blower switch in position 4
• Turn the air distribution control into the position
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• Open the air outlet vents 3 and 4
• Switch on the air conditioning system by pressing button
• Switch on recirculated air mode by pressing button .
• we recommend that you press the switch - recirculated air
mode - for a short time
Optimum cooling
• Control dial at the desired heat temperature. This temperature will
be maintained automatically.
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• Blower switch in position 1, 2, or 3
• Turn the air distribution control into the position
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• Open the air outlet vents 3 and 4
• Switch on the air conditioning system by pressing button
• We recommend setting the air outlet vents 3 and 4 in such a way that
the air flows to the rear over the heads of the occupants. Do not press
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button - recirculated air mode.
Fresh air mode (ventilation)
Non pre-warmed fresh air streams through the air inlet nozzles 3 and 4 for
the following settings.
• Turn the control dial ⇒ page 95, fig. 86 to the left up to the stop
• Blower switch in the desired position
• Turn the air distribution control into the position
• Open air outlet vents 3 and 4 ⇒ page 98, fig. 87
• Switch off the recirculated air mode by pressing button .
• Switch off the cooling by pressing button
The control dial can be set to other positions as required.
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Recirculated air mode
In recirculated air mode air is sucked out of the interior of
the vehicle and then fed back into the interior.
Recirculated air mode prevents polluted air outside the vehicle
from getting into the vehicle, for example when driving through a
tunnel or when standing in a traffic jam.
Switching recirculated air mode on
– Press button ⇒ page 95, fig. 86, the button symbol
lights up.
Switching recirculated air mode off
– Press button again, the button symbol
Recirculated air mode is switched off automatically if the air distribution
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control is in position ⇒ page 95, fig. 86. You can also switch recir-
culated air mode on again from this setting by repeatedly pressing button
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WARNING
You should not leave recirculated air mode on over a longer period
of time. “Stale air” may result in fatigue in the driver and passengers, reduce attention levels and also cause the windows to mist
up. The risk of having an accident increases. Switch recirculated
air mode off as soon as the windows begin misting up.
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Air outlet vents
Fig. 87 Air outlet vents
Open air outlet vents
– Turn the vertical thumbwheel (not when in the end position).
Close air outlet vents
– Turn the vertical thumbwheel into the end position.
Redirecting air flow
– Swivel upward or downward the grille of the vents in order to
change the direction of the air flow using the vertically
arranged thumbwheel.
– Turn the horizontal thumbwheel on the vent to the right or left
in order to change the air flow to the appropriate side.
You can set the air supply to the individual vents with the air distribution
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control ⇒ page 95, fig. 86. Air outlet vents 3 and 4 can also be opened
or closed individually.
Unwarmed or cooled air will flow out of the air outlet vents according to the
setting of control dial ⇒ page 95, fig. 86 and the atmospheric
conditions.
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Using the air conditioning system economically
The compressor on the air conditioning system uses power from the
engine when in cooling mode which will effect the fuel consumption.
It recommended to open the windows or the doors of a vehicle for which
the interior has been strongly heated through the effect of direct sunlight
in order to allow the heated air to escape.
The air conditioning system should not be switched on while travelling
when the window is open.
The desired interior temperature can also be achieved without switching
in the air conditioning system just by switching to fresh air mode.
For the sake of the environment
When you economize on fuel, you also reduce pollutant emissions.
Operational problems
If the cooling system does not operate at outside temperatures higher
than +5°C, there is a problem in the system. The reasons for this may be:
• The fuse on the air conditioning system has blown. Check the fuse,
replace it if necessary ⇒ page 224.
• The cooling system has switched off automatically for a short time
because the coolant temperature of the engine is too hot ⇒ page 13.
If you are not able to rectify the operational problem yourself, or if the
cooling capacity decreases, switch the air conditioning system off. Please
contact your Škoda dealer.
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