ŠkodaFabia
OWNER‘S MANUAL
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You have opted for a Škoda - our sincere thanks for your confidence in us.
Your new Škoda offers you a vehicle featuring the most modern engineering and a wide range of equipment which
you will undoubtedly wish to use to the full during your daily motoring. That is why, we recommend that you read
this Owner's Manual attentively to enable you to become familiar with your car and all that it offers as quickly as
possible.
Please do not hesitate to contact your Škoda Service Partner or importer should you have any further questions
regarding any problems which may arise or your vehicle. He will be ready at any time to receive your questions,
suggestions and criticisms.
Any national legal provisions which vary from the information contained in this Owner's Manual take precedence
over the information contained herein.
We wish you much pleasure with your Škoda and pleasant motoring at all times.
Yo ur Škoda Auto
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On-board literature
The on-board literature for your vehicle consists of this “Owner's
Manual” as well as the brochures “Service schedule”, “Brief instruction”, “Technical data” and “Help on the road”. There can also be a
variety of other additional operating manuals and instructions on-board
(e.g. an operating manual for the radio) depending on the vehicle model
and equipment.
If one of the publications listed above is missing, please contact a Škoda
Service Partner immediately, where one will be glad to assist you in such
matters.
One should note that the details given in the vehicle's papers always
take precedence over those in the Owner's Manual.
Owner's Manual
This Owner's Manual describes the current scope of equipment.
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.
The Brief instruction
includes an overview of the most important controls of your vehicle.
The Service schedule
contains:
• vehicle data,
• service intervals,
• overview of the service work,
• service proof,
• confirmation of mobility warranty,
• important information on the warranty.
The confirmations of the carried out service work are one of the conditions for possible warranty claims.
Please always present the Service schedule when you take your car to a
Škoda Service Partner.
If the Service schedule is missing or worn, please contact your Škoda
Service Partner, where your car is serviced regularly. You will receive a
duplicate, in which the previously carried out service work are confirmed.
Help on the road
contains the addresses and telephone numbers of Škoda Importers.
Technical Data
includes the most important identification data of your vehicle.
The other chapters of the Owner's Manual are also important, however,
for proper treatment of your car - in addition to regular care and maintenance - helps to retain its value and in many cases is also one of the
conditions for possible warranty claims.
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Contents 3
Layout of this Owner's Manual
(explanations)
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Using the system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cockpit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights . . .
General view of the instrument cluster . . . . . . . . .
Engine revolutions counter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Coolant temperature gauge* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Counter for distance driven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service Interval Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Digital clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Multi-functional indicator (onboard computer)*
Information display* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Auto Check Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Unlocking and locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Child safety lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Central locking system* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remote control* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Anti-theft alarm system* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interior monitor* and Towing protection* . . .
Power windows* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electric sliding/tilting roof* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lights and Visibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interior lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Visibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windshield wiper and wash system . . . . . . . . . . . .
6
Rear mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seats and Stowage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7
Head restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8
Heating the front seats* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8
Rear seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pedals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9
luggage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9
The roof rack* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9
Front cup holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10
Rear cup holder* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10
Note holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11
Ashtray* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11
Cigarette lighter* and power sockets* . . . . . . . . . .
13
Storage compartments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13
16
Heating and air conditioning system . . . . . . . . .
18
Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
20
Climatic (semi-automatic air conditioning
system)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
30
Climatronic (automatic air conditioning)* . . . . . .
30
32
Starting-off and Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
32
Setting steering wheel position* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
33
Ignition lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
37
Starting the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
39
Switching off the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
40
Shifting (manual gearbox) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
40
Handbrake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
43
Parking aid* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cruise control system (CCS)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
45
45
Automatic gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
49
6-speed automatic gearbox* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
51
Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
52
Operating the radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
54
Radio and mobile phone operation . . . . . . . . . . . .
Universal telephone preinstallation with voice
56
control* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
56
Inserting the mobile phone and adapter . . . . . . .
57
Mobile phone operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
58
Voice commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
59
Enter PIN code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
61
Select number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
61
Repeat last call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
64
Phone voice phonebook* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
65
Bluetooth™* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
66
Mobile phones and two-way radio systems . . . . .
66
Input AUX-IN* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
67
CD changer* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
67
68
75
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
75
Passive Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Basic information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
77
Correct seated position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
81
Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
86
Why seat belts? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
86
The physical principle of a frontal collision . . . . .
87
Important safety information regarding the use of
87
seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
89
How are seat belts correctly fastened? . . . . . . . . .
89
Belt tensioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
90
90
Airbag system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
91
Description of the airbag system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
94
Side airbags* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
94
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113
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Head airbags* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Deactivating an airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transporting children safely . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
What you should know about transporting children!
Child seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Attaching a child seat using the “ISOFIX” system*
Attaching child seat using the “Top Tether” system
Driving Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Intelligent Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electronic stability programme (ESP)* . . . . . . . . . .
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake booster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Antilock brake system (ABS)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake Assist* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electrohydraulic power steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tyre inflation pressure-control system* . . . . . . . . .
Diesel particle filter* (diesel engine) . . . . . . . . . . . .
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 tra il er . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Towing a trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the
vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Care of the exterior of vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Care of the interior of vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
131
Petrol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diesel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
134
Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
134
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Inspecting and Replenishing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
140
Engine compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
141
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cooling system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
143
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windshield washer system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
143
Wheels and Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
143
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
146
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Accessories, changes and replacement of parts
147
Accessories and replacement parts . . . . . . . . . . . . .
147
Technical changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
148
148
Breakdown assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
150
151
Breakdown assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
151
First-aid box* and Warning triangle* . . . . . . . . . . .
152
Fire extinguisher* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vehicle tool kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
152
Tyre repair kit* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
155
Spare wheel* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
156
Changing a wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
157
Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
158
Tow-starting and towing vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
158
Fuses and light bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electric fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
161
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
161
161
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
161
General comments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
166
Used abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Performances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
169
Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
169
Identification details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
169
Fuel consumption according to the regulations
170
(99/100/EU) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
172
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
172
1.2 ltr./44 kW - EU 4/EU 2DDK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
175
1.2 ltr./51 kW - EU 4/EU 2DDK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
177
1.4 ltr./63 kW - EU 4/EU 2DDK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
180
1.6 ltr./77 kW - EU 4/EU 2DDK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
181
1.4 ltr./51 kW TDI PD - EU 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
185
1.4 ltr./59 kW TDI PD - EU 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
186
1.9 l/77 kW TDI PD - EU 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
186
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Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Layout of this Owner's Manual (explanations)
The Owner's Manual has been systematically designed, in order to make it easy for
you to find and absorb the information you require.
Chapters, table of contents and subject index
The text of the manual are divided into relatively short sections which are combined
into easy-to-read chapters. The chapter you are reading at any particular moment
is highlighted at the bottom right of the page.
The Table of contents is arranged according to the chapters and the detailed
Subject index at the end of the Owner's Manual helps you to rapidly find the information you are looking for.
Sections
The majority of Sections apply to all models.
Since there is a wide range of different equipment and options available it is clearly
unavoidable, despite dividing the contents into sections, that mention may be
made of equipment which is not fitted to your vehicle.
Equipment which is marked * is only standard on certain vehicle model versions or
only suppliable as optional equipment for certain models.
Brief information and instructions
Each section has a Heading.
This is followed by Brief information (in large italic lettering), which tells you the
subject which is dealt with in this section.
Most of the illustrations are accompanied by an Instruction (in relatively large
letters) which explains to you in a straightforward way the action you have to take.
Work steps which have to be carried out are illustrated with a hyphen.
Notes
All four kinds of notes, which are used in the text, are always stated at the end of the
respective section.
WARNING
The most important notes are marked with the heading Warning. These
Warning notes draw your attention to a serious risk of accident or injury.
While reading the text you will frequently encounter a double arrow
followed by a small warning symbol. This symbol is intended to draw your
attention to a Warning note at the end of the section to which you must pay
careful attention.
Caution
A Caution note draws your attention to the possibility of damage to your vehicle
(e.g. damage to gearbox), or points out general risks of an accident.
For the sake of the environment
An Environmental note draws your attention to environmental protection aspects.
This is where you will, for example, find tips aimed at reducing your fuel consumption.
Note
A normal Note draws your attention in a general way to important information.
Direction indications
All direction indications such as “left”, “right”, “front”, “rear” relate to the direction
of travel of the vehicle.
Measures
In some countries British measures can be given.
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Cockpit
General view
This general view is designed to help you to quickly become familiar
with the instruments, gauges and controls.
1
Electric power-operated window* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2
Electric exterior mirror adjustment* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3
Air outlet vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4
Multi-functional module* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5
Lever for the multi-functional switch:
− Turn signal light, headlight and parking light, headlight flasher
− Speed regulating system* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6
Headlight flasher, driver airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7
Instrument cluster: Instruments and indicator lights . . . . . . . . . . .
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Lever for the multi-functional switch:
− Multi-functional indicator* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− Windshield wiper and wash system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9
Switch for rear window heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10
Depending on equipment fitted:
− Switch for the ESP* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− Switch for the TCS* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11
Air outlet vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12
Switch for hazard warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13
Indicator light for a switched off front seat passenger airbag* . .
14
Depending on equipment fitted:
− Operating controls for the heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− Operating controls for Climatic* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− Operating controls for Climatronic* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Storage compartments on the front passenger side* . . . . . . . . . .
16
Front passenger airbag* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
17 132
Switch for the front seat passenger airbag(s)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
126
143
144
132
126
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Switch depending on equipment fitted:
− Unlocking the boot lid* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− Interior monitor* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
19
Fuse box in the dash panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
20
40
54
77
99
48
91
9
13
52
51
77
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Light switch and control dial for the headlight beam range
regulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
21
Bonnet release lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
22
Lever for adjusting the steering wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
23
Ignition lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
24
Radio*
25
Rocker switch for heating on the driver's seat* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
26
Buttons for central locking* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
27
Depending on equipment fitted:
− Gearshift lever (manual gearbox) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− Selector lever (6-speed automatic gearbox)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Rocker switch for heating on the front passenger seat* . . . . . . . .
29
Depending on equipment fitted:
− Ashtray* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− Storage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
30
CD changer* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Note
• Equipment which is marked * is only standard on certain vehicle model
versions or only suppliable as optional equipment for certain models.
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• Vehicles with factory-fitted radio, mobile phone, navigation system, CD player
etc. are supplied with separate instructions for operating such equipment.
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• The arrangement of the controls and switches and the location of some items
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on right-hand drive models may differ from that shown in ⇒ page 7, fig. 1. The
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symbols on the controls and switches are the same as for left-hand drive models.
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40
205
45, 47
172
86
87
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35
89
95
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General view of the instrument cluster
1
Engine revolutions counter ⇒ page 9
2
Display:
− with digital clock ⇒ page 13
− with counter for distance driven ⇒ page 11
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Speedometer
Coolant temperature gauge* ⇒ page 10
Display:
− with Service Interval Display ⇒ page 11
− with Multi-functional indicator* ⇒ page 13
− with Information display* ⇒ page 16
Clock-set button / reset button
Fuel gauge ⇒ page 10
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Fig. 2 Instrument cluster
When the lights are switched on, the instrument cluster is illuminated.
The version of the instrument cluster can differ depending on the equipment.
Engine revolutions counter
The start of the red zone in the revolutions counter ⇒ 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”.
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Avoid high engine speeds during the running-in period ⇒ page 151.
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.
Coolant temperature gauge*
The coolant temperature gauge ⇒ page 9, fig. 2 operates only when the ignition
is switched on.
In order to avoid any damage to the engine, please pay attention to the following
notes regarding the temperature ranges:
Cold range
If the pointer is in the left-hand area of the scale* it means that the engine has not
yet reached its operating temperature. Avoid running at high engine speeds, at full
throttle and at severe engine loads.
The operating range
The engine has reached its operating temperature as soon as the pointer moves
into the mid-range of the scale*. The pointer may also move further to the right at
high engine loads and high outside temperatures. This is not critical provided the
warning symbol in the instrument cluster does not flash.
If the symbol in the instrument cluster flashes it means that either the coolant
temperature is too high or the coolant level is too low. Please refer to the guidelines ⇒ page 24, “Coolant temperature/coolant level ”.
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WARNING
Pay attention to the warning notes ⇒ page 173, “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 9, fig. 2 only operates when the ignition is switched on.
The fuel tank has a capacity of about 45 litres. The warning symbol in the instru-
ment 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.
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Counter for distance driven
Fig. 3 Display: Counter
for distance driv en
The distance which you have driven with your vehicle is shown in kilometres (km).
On certain model versions, the readout is shown in “miles”.
The kilometer counter for distance driven is shown on the display when the ignition
is switched off. The trip counter for distance driven is shown on the display after
switching on the ignition. You can then switch over to the counter display with the
reset button.
Reset button
By briefly pressing the reset button ⇒ page 9, fig. 2 you can switch over from the
trip counter to the kilometer counter. In order to recognize which counter for the
distance driven is shown on the display at that moment, trip ⇒ fig. 3appears after
the trip counter.
If you hold the reset button pressed for about 1 second, the trip counter is set
back to zero.
If you hold the reset button pressed for longer than 3 seconds, a display
regarding the kilometers still to be driven and the days until the following service
interval (for this the trip counter is not set back) appears.
Fault disp lay
dEF will appear as a constant text in the display field of the counter for distance
driven if there is a fault in the instrument cluster. Have the fault rectified as soon as
possible by a specialist workshop.
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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!
Note
On vehicles with information display both counters are shown simultaneously on
the display.
Service Interval Display
Fig. 4 Service Interval
Display: Note
Depending on the equipment installed in the vehicle, the text can differ slightly on
the display.
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Service Interval Display
A key symbol appears in the counter display for distance driven about 30 days
before reaching the due date for the service ⇒ page 11, fig. 4. 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 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 and a text as soon as the
due date for the service is reached:
INSP
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 for the trip counter (for
more than 1 second).
Display regarding the distance and days until the following service interval
You can have the distance still to be driven and the days until the following service
interval displayed at any time as follows:
• Press reset button for more than 3 seconds.
A key symbol is displayed on the display of the counter for the distance driven.
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.
Resetting Service Interval Display
We recommend having this resetting performed by a specialist garage.
The specialist garage:
• resets the memory of the display after the appropriate inspection,
• makes an entry in the Service schedule,
• affix the sticker with the entry of the following service interval to the side of the
dash panel on the driver's side.
The Service Interval Display can also be reset with the reset button as follows:
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• Switch off the ignition, press the reset button of the trip counter for distance
driven and hold it down.
• Switch the ignition on and release the reset button. Now turn the reset button
to the right. The service interval display is reset.
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 necessa ry to re-code the Service Interval Display if a new instrument cluste r
is installed during repair work. This work is carried out by a specialist garage.
• The data displayed is the same after resetting the display with flexible service
intervals (QG1) using the reset button as that for a vehicle with fixed service intervals (QG2). We therefore recommend having the Service Interval Display reset only
by a Škoda Service Partner who is familiar with the procedure for resetting the
display with a vehicle system tester.
• Please refer to the brochure Service schedule for extensive information about
the service intervals.
• It is only possible to reset the Service Interval Display, if a service message or at
least a pre-warning is shown on the display of the instrument cluster.
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Digital clock
A reset button is installed on the left below beside the speedometer for
adjusting the clock ⇒ page 9, fig. 2.
Set hours
– Turn the reset button to the left.
Setting minutes
– Turn the reset button to the right.
WARNING
The clock should not be adjusted while driving for safety reasons but only
when the vehicle is stationary.
Multi-functional indicator (onboard computer)*
Introduction
The multi-functional indicator appears in the display ⇒ fig. 5 or in the information
display ⇒ page 16, fig. 8 depending on the equipment fitted to your vehicle.
The multi-functional indicator offers you a range of useful information.
The outside temperature ⇒ page 15
Range ⇒ page 15
Current fuel consumption ⇒ page 15
Average fuel consumption ⇒ page 15
Driving time ⇒ page 16
Distance driven ⇒ page 16
Average speed ⇒ page 16
Note
In certain national versions the displays appear in the Imperial system of
measures.
Memory
Fig. 5 Instrument
cluster: Multi-functional
indicator
The multi-functional indicator is equipped with two automatic memories. The
selected memory is displayed in the middle of the display field ⇒ fig. 5.
The data of the single-trip memory (memory 1) is shown if a 1 appears in the
display. A 2 shown in the display means that data relates to the total distance
memory (memory 2).
Switching of the memory takes place when the button ⇒ page 14, fig. 6.
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.
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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. 6 Multi-functional
indicator: Control
elements
The rocker switch and the button are located in the grip of the
window wiper lever ⇒ fig. 6.
Selecting the functions
– Press the rocker switch up or down. This will cause the individual
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functions of the multi-functional indicator to appear in the display
one after the other.
Setting function to zero
– Select the memory you want.
– Press button for more than 1 second.
The following readouts of the selected memory will be set to zero by button :
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B
• average fuel consumption,
• distance driven,
• average speed,
• driving time.
You can only operate the multi-functional indicator when the ignition is switched
on. After the ignition is switched on, the function displayed is the one which you last
selected before switching off the ignition.
If the outside temperature drops below +4 °C, a snow flake symbol (warning signal
for ice on the road) appears with the outside temperature indicator ⇒ page 15,
fig. 7 and a warning signal* sounds for 10 seconds. The snoke flake symbol draws
the attention of the driver to possible black ice formation. The displa y swicthes back
after 10 seconds to the last selected function.
Selecting the memory
– Repeated short-term pressing of the button allows one to select
B
the individual memories.
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Outside temperature
Fig. 7 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.
If the outside temperature drops below +4 °C, a snow flake symbol (warning signal
for ice on the road) appears with the outside temperature indicator ⇒ fig. 7 and a
warning signal* sounds for 10 seconds.
WARNING
Do not only rely upon the information given on the outside temperature
display that there is no ice on the road. Ple ase note tha t black ice may also be
present on the road surface even at temperatures around +4 °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 10 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.
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 13. 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
B
button ⇒ page 14, fig. 6. A zero appears in the display for the first 300 m you
drive after erasing the memory.
The indicated value will be updated every 5 seconds while you are driving.
Note
The amount of fuel consumed will not be indicated.
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Driving time
The driving time which has elapsed since the memory was last erased, appears in
the display ⇒ page 13. If you wish to calculate the driving time from a particular
time of day you must first erase the memory at this moment in time by pressing the
button ⇒ page 14, fig. 6.
The maximum time indicated in both switch positions is 99 hours and 59 minutes.
The indicator is set back to null if this period is exceeded.
Distance driven
The distance driven since the memory was last erased appears in the display
⇒ page 13. If you wish to calculate the distance driv en from a particular time of day
you must first erase the memory at this moment in time by pressing the button
⇒ page 14, fig. 6.
The maximum distance indicated in both switch positions i s 9999 km. The indicator
is set back to null if this period is exceeded.
Average speed
The average speed since the memory was last erased is shown in the display in
km/hour ⇒ page 13. 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 14, fig. 6.
A zero appears in the display for the first 100 m you drive after erasing the
memory.
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Information display*
Introduction
Fig. 8 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 and navigation system.
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 19 and yellow symbols ⇒ page 19.
Lighting up of these symbols is combined with an acoustic warning signal.
Information and texts giving warnings are also shown in the display ⇒ page 20.
The display of text is possible in the following languages:
Czech, English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese.
You can select the relevant language in the menu of the information display.
The following information can be shown in the display (depending on the equipment installed on the vehicle):
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Menu ⇒ page 17
Door, luggage compartment door and bonnet ajar
warning
Radio display ⇒ page 18
Service Interval Display ⇒ page 11
Phone ⇒ page 101
Selector lever positions of the 6-speed automatic
gearbox
⇒ page 18
⇒ page 94
Menu
Fig. 9 Information
display: Menu
– You can activate the menu by pressing the rocker switch ⇒ fig. 10
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for more than 1 second.
– 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 about 4 seconds).
You can select the following information (depending on the equipment installed on
the vehicle):
MFD (MFA) ⇒ page 13
VEH. STATUS ⇒ page 18
NAVIGATION ⇒ page 20
LANGUAGE ⇒ page 16
DISPLAY OFF
After selecting the menu DISPLAY OFF the display is switched off. Press rocker
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switch for at least 1 second to switch the display on again.
The Information VEH. STATUS flashes 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 VEH. STATUS. You can then display other
operating conditions afterwards using the rocker switch function (such as water
level low).
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Fig. 10 Information
display: Control
elements
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Door, luggage compartment door and bonnet ajar warning
Fig. 11 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. 11.
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 mor e th an 6 km/ hou r an d if the doo r or the lug gag e c omp art men t do or i s op en.
Radio display
Fig. 12 Information
display: Radio display
These displays appear in addition to the normal information in the radio display.
Auto Check Control
Car state
The Auto Check Control carries out a check of certain functions and vehicle components. The check is performed constantly when the ignition is switched on, both
when the vehicle is stationary, as well as when driving.
Operational faults, urgent repairs, service work or other information appear in the
display of the instrument cluster. The displays are shown with a red or yellow light
symbol depending on the priority of the message.
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 20.
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 light up each for
about 10 seconds.
The error messages are displayed and stored in the menu VEH. STATUS.
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There is at least one error message to be read when the term VEH. STATUS is
flashing in the main menu. The display will show STATUS 1/2 (for example) if a
number of error messages are displayed. 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.
Red symbols
A red symbol signals danger.
Fig. 13 Information
display: Oil pressure is
low
Proceed as follows if a red symbol is displayed:
– Stop the vehicle.
– Switch the engine off.
– Investigate the function indicated.
– Obtain professional assistance.
Meaning of the red symbols:
Coolant level too low/coolant temperature
too high
Engine oil pressure too low ⇒ page 25
Three successive warning signals will sound if a red symbol appears.
If several operational faults of priority 1 exist, the symbols appear one after the
other and are each illuminated for about 5 seconds.
⇒ page 24
Yellow symbols
A yellow symbol signals a warning.
Fig. 14 Information
display: Fuel level low
The meaning of the yellow symbols:
Fuel level low ⇒ page 24
Check engine oil level, engine oil sensor faulty ⇒ page 25
Brake pad worn ⇒ page 25
Washer fluid level low ⇒ page 26
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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 illuminated for about 10 seconds.
Check the relevant function as soon as possible.
Warning lights
Overview
The warning lights indicate certain functions or faults.
Navigation system*
The controls for the navigation system, radio, CD player are located in the centre
console on both sides of the monitor screen. Navigation data is also shown in the
information display of the instrument cluster.
Information and warning texts are displayed preferentially when the navigation
system is switched on.
Operation of the navigation system is described in separate operating instructions
to be found in the on-board literature.
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Turn signal lights (to the right) ⇒ page 22
Main beam ⇒ page 22
Low beam ⇒ page 22
Rear fog light ⇒ page 22
Dynamo ⇒ page 22
Fog lights* ⇒ page 22
Cornering lights* ⇒ page 22
Electrohydraulic power steering ⇒ page 23
EPC fault light (petrol engine) ⇒ page 23
Glow plug system (diesel engine) ⇒ page 23
Turn signal system for vehicles towing a
trailer*
Coolant temperature/coolant level ⇒ page 24
⇒ page 23
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Brake pad wear* ⇒ page 25
Open door* ⇒ page 25
Fluid level in windshield washer system* ⇒ page 26
Control system for exhaust ⇒ page 26
Tra cti on c ont rol sys tem (TC S)* ⇒ page 26
Tyre pressure* ⇒ page 26
Selector lever lock* (automatic gearbox) ⇒ page 27
Electronic stability programme (ESP)* ⇒ page 27
Antilock brake system (ABS)* ⇒ page 27
Brake system ⇒ page 28
Airbag system ⇒ page 28
Diesel particle filter* (diesel engine) ⇒ page 29
Seat belt warning light* ⇒ page 29
Electronic immobiliser ⇒ page 24
Fuel reserve ⇒ page 24
Engine oil ⇒ page 25
WARNING
• If you do n ot pay attention to the warning lights coming on and the corre-
sponding 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
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compartment, e.g. inspecting and replenishing oil and other fluids. It is also
essential to observe all warnings ⇒ page 173.
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).
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 48.
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 48.
Low beam
Rear fog light
The warning light comes on when the rear fog lights are operating ⇒ page 47.
Alternator
The warning light comes on after the ignition has been switched on. It should go
out after the engine has started.
If the warning light does not go out after the engine has started, or comes on when
driving, drive to the nearest specialist garage. The vehicle batter y 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 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 46.
Cornering lights*
If the warning light flashes for 1 minute while driving or after switching on the
ignition and a warning signal sounds, a fault is confirmed.
Further information ⇒ page 46.
The indicator light comes on when low beam is selected ⇒ page 45.
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WARNING
f there is a fault in the cornering lights, the headlights are automatically
lowered to the emergency position. Thus the illuminated length of the road
is shortened. Drive carefully and have the car inspected immediately by a
specialist garage.
Electrohydraulic power steering
The warning light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on.
If the warning light after switching on the ignition or when driving lights up continuously, a fault exists in the electrohydraulic power steering.
• If the yellow warning light lights up, this indicates a partial or total failure of the
power steering and the steering forces can be greater.
Further information ⇒ page 148.
WARNING
Contact your specialist garage if the power steering is defective.
Note
• If the yellow warning l ight goes out after starting the engine again and a short
drive, it is not necessary to visit a specialist garage.
• If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the yellow warning light
comes on after switching on the ignition. The warning light must go out after
driving a short distance.
• 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.
EPC 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
specialist garage by adopting a gentle style of driving.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
ENGINE FAULT WORKSHOP!
Glow plug system (diesel engine)
The indicator light lights up for a cold engine when switching on the ignition
(pre-heat position) 2 ⇒ page 87. Start the engine after 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
at all or lights up continuously. Contact a specialist garage as soon as possible to
obtain professional assistance.
There is a system fault in the engine control system if the warning light
started to flash while driving. The engine management system selects an emergency programme which enables you to drive to the nearest specialist garage by
adopting a gentle style of driving.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
ENGINE FAULT WORKSHOP!
does not come on
has
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.
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The indicator light does not flash if a turn signal light on the trailer or on the
vehicle is not operating.
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
does not go out after the engine is started or flashes while 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 ⇒ page 179, “Replenishing the coolant”.
Do not continue your journey if for some reason it is not possible under the
conditions prevailing to top up with coolant. Keep the engine switched off and
obtain professional assistance from a specialist garage, otherwise it could lead to
severe engine damage.
If the coolant is within the specified range, the increased temperature may be
caused by an operating problem at the coolant fan. Check the fuse for the coolant
fan, replace it if necessary ⇒ page 208, “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 specialist
garage to obtain assistance.
Please also refer to the additional instructions ⇒ page 177, “Cooling system”.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
STOP CHECK COOLANT OWNER'S MANUAL!
WARNING
• If you must stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe
distance from the traffic and switch off the engine and switch on the hazard
warning light system ⇒ page 48, “Switch for hazard warning lights ”.
• Pay attention to the following instructions ⇒ page 173, “Working in the
engine compartment” before checking the coolant fluid level and opening
the bonnet.
• 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 automati-
cally 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 31.
It is only possible to start the engine of your car with a Genuine Škoda key with the
matching code.
Fuel reserve
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.
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 176.
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 oil. Keep the engine switched off and obtain
professional assistance from a specialist garage, otherwise it could lead to severe
engine damage.
Do not drive any further if the warning light flashes even if the oil is at the correct
level. Do not run the engine not at idling speed either. Contact the nearest specialist
garage to obtain professional assistance.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
STOP OIL PRESS. ENGINE OFF! OWNER'S 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 176 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 specialist garage.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
OIL SENSOR WORKSHOP!
WARNING
• If you must stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe
distance from the traffic and switch off the engine and switch on the hazard
warning light system ⇒ page 48.
• 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.
• Pay attention to the following instructions ⇒ page 173, “Working in the
engine compartment” before checking the coolant fluid level and opening
the bonnet.
Thickness of the brake pads*
If the warning light comes on, contact a specialist garage 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 PAD
Open door*
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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The warning light comes on even when the ignition is switched off. The warning
light goes out 5 minutes after switching off the ignition if one or several doors, the
bonnet or boot lid is opened. The warning light goes out after closing the doors.
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 185.
A peep sounds as an additional warning signal.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
REFILL WASHER LIQUID
Control system for exhaust
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 specialist garage by adopting a gentle style of driving.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
EXHAUST 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.
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.
If the warning light comes on immediately after starting the engine, the TCS
system can be switched off for technical reasons. In this case, the TCS system can
be switched on again by switching the ignition on and off. If the warning light goes
out, the TCS system is fully functional again.
Further information about the TCS ⇒ page 144.
Note
If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the warning light comes
on after switching on the ignition. The warning light must go out after driving a short
distance.
Tyre inflation pressure*
The warning light lights up, if there is a substantial drop in inflation pressure in
one of the tyres. Reduce the speed and check or correct as soon as possible the
inflation pressure in the tyres ⇒ page 186.
A peep sounds as an additional warning signal.
If the warning light flashes, there is a system fault. Visit the nearest specialist garage
and have the fault rectified.
Further information about tyre pressure-control system ⇒ page 148.
WARNING
• When the warning light lights up, immediately reduce the speed and
avoid sudden steering and brake manoeuvres. Please stop the vehicle
without delay at the nearest possible stop and inspect the tyres and their
inflation pressures.
• Under certain circumstances (e.g. sporty style of driving, wintry or
unpaved roads) the warning light can be delayed or does not light up at
all.
• The tyre inflation pressure-control system does not take away the
responsability from the driver for the correct tyre inflation pressure.
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Note
If the battery has been disconnected, the warning light comes on after switching
on the ignition. The warning light must go out after driving a short distance.
Selector lever lock* (automatic gearbox)
If the warning light lights up, operate the brake pedal. This is necessary, in order
to be able to move the selector lever out of the position P or N.
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 143, “Electronic stability programme
(ESP)*”.
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL)*
The EDL is a part of the ESP. A fault in the EDL is indicated by the ESP warning light
in the instrument cluster. Have the vehicle inspected immediately by your
specialist garage. Further information on the EDL ⇒ page 145.
Antilock brake system (ABS)*
The warning light shows the functionality of the ABS.
The warning light comes on for a few seconds after the ignition has been 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 does not go out
within a few seconds after switching on the ignition, does not light up at all or lights
up while driving. The vehicle will only be braked by the normal brake system. Visit
a specialist garage 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 147, “Antilock brake system (ABS)*”.
A fault in the entire brake system
If the ABS warning light comes on together with the brake system 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 OWNER'S MANUAL!
WARNING
• If the brake system warning light comes on together with the ABS
warning light stop the vehicle immediately and check the brake fluid
level in the reservoir ⇒ page 180, “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 173, “Working in the
engine compartment” before checking the brake fluid level and opening the
bonnet.
• If the brake fluid is at the correct level, the ABS control function has
failed. The rear wheels may then block very rapidly when braking. In certain
circumstances, this can result in the rear end of the car breaking away - risk
of skidding! Drive carefully to the nearest specialist garage and have the
fault rectified.
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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 specialist garage.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
STOP BRAKE FAULT OWNER'S MANUAL!
For further information on the brake system ⇒ page 146, “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 173, “Working in the
engine compartment” before checking the brake fluid level and opening the
bonnet.
WARNING (continued )
• 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 180, “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 comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on.
There is a fault in the system if the warning light does not go out or comes on or
flashes while driving ⇒ . This also applies if the warning light does not come on
after the ignition is switched on.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
AIRBAG FAULT
The functionality of the airbag system is also monitored electronically, when one
airbag has been switched off.
The passenger front airbag and also possibly the passenger side airbag which
have been switched off using the vehicle system tester:
• The warning light lights up for 3 seconds after switching on the ignition 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 end
face of the dash panel 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 132.
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WARNING
Have the airbag system checked immediately by a specialist garage if a fault
exists. Otherwise, there is a risk of the airbag not being activated in the event
of an accident.
Note
Further information about switching off airbags ⇒ page 131, “Deactivating an
airbag”.
Diesel particle filter* (diesel engine)
If the warning light comes on, this means that soot has accumulated in the diesel
particle filter because of the frequent short distances.
In order to clean the diesel particle filter, the vehicle should be driven at an even
speed of at least 60 km/h at engine speeds of 1 800 - 2 50 0 rpm for 15 minutes with
the 4th or 5th gear engaged (automatic gearbox: position S) when the traffic situation permits it.
Always pay attention to the valid speed limits ⇒ .
The warning light goes out after the successful cleaning of the diesel particle
filter.
If the filter is not properly cleaned, the warning light
warning light
information display*. Afterwards the engine control unit shifts the engine into the
emergency mode, which only has a reduced power output. After switching the ignition off and on again the warning light comes on.
Have the vehicle inspected without delay by your specialist garage.
begins to flash. ENGINE FAULT WORKSHOP! is shown in the
does not go out and the
WARNING
• If you do not pay attention to the warning light coming on and the corre-
sponding descriptions and warning notes, this may result in injuries or
major vehicle damage.
WARNING (continued )
• Always adjust your speed to suit weather, road, region and traffic condi-
tions. The route indicated by the warning light must not tempt you to disregard the national regulations for road traffic.
Caution
• As long as the warning light lights up, one must take into account an
increased fuel consumption and in certain circumstances a power reduction of the
engine.
Note
Further information about diesel particle filter ⇒ page 150, “Diesel particle filter*
(diesel engine)”.
Seat belt warning light*
The warning light comes on after the ignition is switched on as a reminder to
fasten the seat belt.
If the seat belts are not fastened when the speed of the car increases to more than
25km/h, the warning light flashes and an acoustic warning signal sounds for approx.
90 seconds.
In the event that the seat belt has not been fastened, an audible signal sounds after
switching on the ignition for 6 seconds (this function is
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
FASTEN SEAT BELT
In case of a load on the front passenger seat e.g. a bag (this is not recommended for
safety reasons) the warning light indicates that the seat belt is not fastened.
For further information on the seat belts ⇒ page 118, “Why seat belts?”.
only valid for certain countries).
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Unlocking and locking
Key
Description
Fig. 16 Set of keys
without remote control
Fig. 17 Radio-operated
key
The vehicle is supplied with two keys without remote control ⇒ fig. 16 or with two
keys with remote control* ⇒ fig. 17. The keys fit in all vehicle locks.
Key r ing
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 the Škoda Service
Par tners .
The key ring with the number should be separately and securely kept i n 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.
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 mois-
ture 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 Service Partner if you lose a key since he can obtain a new
one for you.
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Changing the key battery
Fig. 18 Disconnect key
with radio remote
control
Fig. 19 Cover of the
transmitter housing
Each radio-operated key contains a battery which is housed in the cover
B
of the transmitter housing ⇒ fig. 18. We recommend that you have
the batteries of the key replaced by a Škoda Service Partner. 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
⇒ fig. 18 from the transmitter housing .
B
– Take off the cover of the transmitter housing ⇒ fig. 19 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 original
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 39.
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 24.
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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.
Locking from ins ide
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.
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 33.
Child safety lock
The child safety lock prevents the rear door from being opened from
the inside.
Fig. 20 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. 20.
Switching child safety lock off
– Use the vehicle key to turn the slit to the right against the direction 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.
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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 34,
• using the buttons for the central locking system ⇒ page 35,
• by using the remote control ⇒ page 37.
Indicator light in the driver's door on vehicles without anti-theft alarm system
After the car is locked, the indicator light flashes after 2 seconds.
After the car is locked with the deactivated safe securing system, the indicator light
flashes only after 30 seconds.
Indicator light in the driver's door on vehicles with anti-theft alarm system
After locking the vehicle the indicator light flashes for 2 seconds fast, then more
slowly.
If the vehicle is locked and the safe securing system ⇒ page 34 is not operating, the
indicator light in the driver door flashes for about 2 seconds fast, goes out and starts
to flash slowly after about 30 seconds.
If the indicator light first of all flashes fast for about 2 seconds, afterwards lights up
for about 30 seconds and then flashes slowly, there is a fault in the system of the
central locking or the interior monitor* ⇒ page 40. Contact a specialist garage to
obtain assistance.
Convenience operation of windows
One can open and close the electrically powered windows when unlocking and
locking the vehicle ⇒ page 42, “Window convenience operation”.
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 Service Partner 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 Service Partner can convert the central locking system of
your car to the automatic locking mode.
WARNING
• Locking the doors prevents involuntary opening in an exceptional situa-
tion (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
• 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 36.
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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. 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.
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:
• The door is unlocked by actuating the door-opening lever.
• The door opens upon actuating the door-opening lever again.
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. 21 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. 21.
A
– Pull on the door handle and open the door.
• All the doors are unlocked.
• 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 position.
• The indicator light in the driver's door stops flashing if the vehicle is not fitted
with an anti-theft alarm system* ⇒ page 39.
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 unlocking the
door. The alarm will be triggered if you do not switch on the ignition within 15
seconds.
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Closing the vehicle with the key
– Turn the key in the lock of the driver door to the right into the closing
position ⇒ page 34, fig. 21.
B
• All the doors and the boot lid are locked.
• 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.
Note
The opened front doors cannot be unlocked. It must be locked separately after
closing it.
Button for the central locking system*
Fig. 22 Central locking
switch
Locking all doors and the boot lid
–Press button ⇒ fig. 22. The symbol
in the button comes on.
Unlocking all doors and the boot lid
–Press button ⇒ fig. 22. The symbol
The following applies if you have locked your vehicle using the button :
2
goes out in the button.
1
• 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 from the inside and open them by pulling the door
opening lever.
• If the driver door is opened, it cannot be locked, 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
always operate if the safe securing system is activated.
If the vehicle was not locked from outside, it can be unlocked or locked
with the buttons and , also if the ignition is switched off.
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Emergency locking of the doors
Fig. 23 Emergency
locking of the door
An emergency locking mechanism which is visible only 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. 23.
A
– Insert the key into the opening under the panel and press the stopping
B
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.
Luggage compartment door
Fig. 24 Unlocking the
boot lid
Opening the boot lid
– Press on the hand grip above the licence plate and at the same time
raise the boot lid.
Closing the boot lid
– Pull the boot lid down and close it with a slight swing ⇒ .
On vehicles with central locking unlock the boot lid by pressing the button on the
driver door ⇒ fig. 24.
On vehicles with central locking unlock the boot lid by pressing the hand grip
above the licence plate.
A handle which makes the closing easier is located on the inner paneling of the
boot lid.
WARNING
• Ensure that the lock is properly engaged after closing the boot lid. Other-
wise, the boot lid might open suddenly when driving even if the boot lid lock
is closed - risk of accident!
• Never drive with the boot lid fully opened or slightly ajar otherwise
exhaust gases may get into the interior of the vehicle - risk of poisoning!
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WARNING (continued )
• 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 1 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 as of a speed of more than 5 km/hour for vehicles with central
locking. The function of the hand grip is activated again when the vehicle has
stopped and a door is opened.
• Hold the boot lid when opening.
Emergency unlocking of the boot lid
Fig. 25 Emergency
unlocking of the boot lid
If there is a fault in the central locking, you can open the boot lid as
follows:
– Fold one of the outer rear seats forwards.
– Move the operating lever A with the aid of a narrow object e.g. screw-
driver up to the stop in the direction of arrow; the boot lid is then
unlocked.
– Open the boot lid/luggage compartment door from outside.
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 weak.
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 Service Partner to initialise the system.
Only after this is it possible to again use the remote control.
Note
• The remote control is automatically deactivated when the ignition is switched
on.
• The operation of the remote control may temporarily be affected by interfer-
ence from transmitters close to the car and which operate in the same frequency
range (e.g. mobile phone, TV transmitter).
• The battery must be replaced if the central locking or anti-theft alarm system
does react to the remote control at less than 3 metres away. We recommend having
the battery replaced by a Škoda Service Partner.
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Fig. 26 Radio-operated
key
The radio-operated key differs according to the equipment installed on
the vehicle.
Unlocking the vehicle
– Press button for about 1 second.
Locking the vehicle
1
– Press button for about 1 second.
Deactivating safe securing system
– Press button twice in 2 seconds. Further information ⇒ page 33.
Boot lid remote release
2
– Press button for about 1 second ⇒ fig. 26.
Folding out of the key
– Press button .
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
1
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.
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.
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.
WARNING
If the vehicle is locked from the outside and the safe securing system is activated, there must not be any person in the vehicle as it is then 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 of the master key.
Folding up of the key
– Press button and collapse the key bit in the housing.
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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 radio-operated key are actuated a number of times outside of the operative range of the equipment or the
battery on the remote control was replaced.
This means it is necessary to synchronise the code as follows:
• Press any button on the remote control.
• pressing of the button means that the door will unlock with the key within 1
minute.
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 unlocking the door in order to deactivate the anti-theft 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,
• Vehicle interior* ⇒ page 40,
• Angle of the vehicle*,
• 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.
Note
• The working life of the alarm siren is 5 years. More detailed information is avail-
able from your Škoda Service Partner.
• Before leaving the car, check that all the doors, windows and the electric
sliding/tilting roof* are properly closed in order to ensure that the anti-theft 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.
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Interior monitor* and Towing protection*
The interior monitor and the towing protection detect movements
inside the vehicle interior and then trigger the alarm.
Fig. 27 Interior monitor
pushbutton
The interior monitor and the towing protection are operated with the
button
. You can switch the interior monitor and the towing protec-
tion off if there is a possibility that movements from (e.g. children or
animals) inside the vehicle interior or if the vehicle must be transported
(e.g. by train or ship) or towed, might trigger the alarm.
Switch off the interior monitor and towing protection
– Switch off the ignition.
– Press the button
– Lock the vehicle within 30 seconds. The interior monitor and the
towing protection are switched off.
on the driver door ⇒ fig. 27.
Note
• You can also switch off the interior monitor and the towing protection, by deac-
tivating the safe securing system ⇒ page 34.
• When the ignition key is removed or a door is opened, the symbol in the button
lights up red.
• Lighting up of the symbol in the button does not confirm that the interior
monitor and the towing protection are switched on.
Power windows*
Switch for power windows
Fig. 28 Buttons on the
driver's door
The interior monitor and the towing protection are switched on again automatical ly
the next time the car is locked.
Fig. 29 Switch in the rear
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The power windows operate only when ignition is switched on.
Opening a window
– A wind ow is ope ned b y pre ssing ligh tly on the res pect ive bu tton in the
door. The process stops when one releases the button.
– Additionally you can open the window automatically (fully opened) by
pressing the button up to the stop. Renewed pressing of the button
causes the window to stop immediately.
Closing a window
– A window is closed through pulling lightly on the respective button in
the door. The closing process stops when one releases the button.
– Additionally you can close the window automatically (fully closed) by
pulling the button up to the stop. Renewed pulling of the button
causes the window to stop immediately.
The switches for the individual windows are located in the operating part in the
driver's door ⇒ page 40, fig. 28, front passenger door and in the rear doors*.
If the buttons for the rear doors are deactivated, the indicator light in the safety
S
switch lights up.
The switch for the power window in the operating part in the driver's door
Button for the power window in the driver's door
Button for the power window in the front passenger's door
C
Button for the power window in the rear door on the right*
Button 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 ⇒ page 40, fig. 28. The buttons for power windows at rear
doors are activated again by pressing the safety pushbutton again.
S
S
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 again. You should then
take particular care when closing the windows! You 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 40, fig. 28 when
children are being transported on the rear seats.
S
• In the event of a freezing up of the windscreen, first of all eliminate the ice
⇒ page 164 and then operate the power windows otherwise the power
window mechanism could be damaged.
Note
• 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 always use the existing heating, air conditioning and ventilation
system for ventilating the interior of the vehicle. If the w indows are opened, dust as
well as other dirt can get into the vehicle and in addition the wind noise is more at
certain speeds.
Force limiter of the power windows
The electrically operated power windows are fitted with a force limiter. It reduces
the risk of bruises or injuries when closing the windows.
If there is an obstacle, the closing process is stopped and the window goes down by
several centimeters.
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You must try to close the window again within 10 seconds, even if the obstacle was
not yet removed, the closing process is stopped. During this time it is not possible
to automatically close the window. The force limiter is still switched on.
The force limiter is only switched off, if you attempt to close the window within the
next 10 seconds - the window closes now with full strength!
If you wait longer than 10 seconds, the force limiter is switched on again.
WARNING
You should take particular care when closing the windows! You may otherwi se s uff er s eve re i nju rie s a s a re sul t o f ge tti ng a n a rm, for exa mpl e, j amm ed
in the window!
Window convenience operation
You can open and close the window with power windows as follows
when unlocking and locking the vehicle.
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 position 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 for power windows” on page 40.
WARNING (continued )
• You should take particular care when closing the windows! You may
otherwise suffer severe injuries as a result of getting an arm, for example,
jammed in the window!
Operational faults
Electrically operated power windows do not operate
If the battery of the car has been disconnected and then reconnected, the electrically operated power windows do 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,
• once again insert the key and turn it into 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
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 operation until the window stops.
WARNING
• Obstruction protection is not active during the closing of the windows
⇒ in “Switch for power windows” on page 40.
• You should take particular care when closing the windows! You may
otherwise suffer severe injuries as a result of getting an arm, for example,
jammed in the window!
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Electric sliding/tilting roof*
Description
Fig. 30 Control dial for
the power sliding/ti lting
roof
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 sliding/tilting
roof 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.
A
• It is necessary after each emergency operation (using Allen key) 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.
A
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).
Tilting roof
– Turn the switch to position .
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.
D
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 and the seal.
Closing
Sliding closed/closing the sliding/tilting roof
– Turn the switch to position ⇒ 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
A
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the position ⇒ fig. 30 at the front or rear for as long as it takes for the
sliding/tilting roof to shut completely ⇒ .
WARNING
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 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: point for positioning screwdriver
Fig. 32 Detail of the
headliner: Emergency
operation
You can close and/or open the sliding/tilting roof by hand if the system is
defect.
– Position the flat blade of a screwdriver carefully against the rear edge
of the cover of the electrical drive ⇒ fig. 31.
– Pull the cover down.
– Insert an Allen key, Group 4, up to the stop into the opening and close
and/or open the sliding/tilting roof.
– Press on the cover again by first of all inserting the plastic lugs and
then pushing the cover up.
– Have the fault rectified by a specialist workshop.
Note
It is necessary after each emergency operation (using Allen key) to move the
sliding/tilting roof into the basic position. Here you have to press the control dial
forward to switch position ⇒ page 43, fig. 30 for about 10 seconds.
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Lights
Switching lights on and off
Switching on side lights
– Turn the light switch ⇒ fig. 33 into position
Fig. 33 Dash panel: Light
switch
Fig. 34 Fuse box: Switch
for daylight driving lights
.
– Press the main beam lever forward in order to switch on the main
beam ⇒ page 48, fig. 38.
Switching off all lights
– Turn the light switch into position O.
Switching on daylight driving lights*
– Remove the cover of the fuse box on the left side of the dash panel
⇒ page 205.
– Turn the light switch into position O ⇒ fig. 33.
– Switch on the switch for daylight driving lights ⇒ fig. 34.
– After switching on the ignition the side lights are switched on.
– After starting the engine the low beam is switched on.
Switching off daylight driving lights*
– Switch off the switch for daylight driving lights ⇒ fig. 34.
– Turn the light switch to the position side lights
or low beam
⇒ fig. 33.
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 certain switches differs
from that shown in ⇒ fig. 33. The symbols which mark the switch positions are
identical, however.
Switching on the low beam and main beam
– Turn the light switch into position
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WARNING
Never drive with side lights on - risk of accident! The side lights are not
bright enough to light up the road sufficiently in front of you or to be seen by
other oncoming traffic. In this case, always switch on the low beam when it
is dark or if visibility is poor.
Note
• 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.
• The switching on of the described lights should only be undertaken in accord-
ance with the legal requirements.
• In the event of cool or humid weather conditions, the headlights can be misted
up from inside.
− The temperature difference between interior and external area of the headlight lenses is decisive.
− When the driving lights are switched on, the light outlet surfaces are free
from mist after a short period. The headlight lenses can possibly mist up at the
border areas.
− It also concerns reverse light and turn signal lights.
− This mist has no influence on the life of the lighting system.
Cornering lights*
WARNING
If there is a fault in the cornering lights, the warning light flashes in the
instrument cluster. The cornering lights are automatically lowered to the
emergency position, which prevents a possible dazzling of oncoming traffic.
Thus the illuminated length of the road is shortened. Drive carefully and
have the car inspected immediately by a specialist garage.
Fog lights*
Fig . 35 Das h pa nel : Lig ht
switch
Switching on the fog lights
– First of all turn the light switch into position or ⇒ fig. 35.
– Pull the light switch out to the first detent .
The rear fog light warning light ⇒ page 20 lights up in the instrument cluster
when the fog light is switched off.
1
For a better cornering illumination the cornering lights are controlled in the optimal
position in line with the vehicle speed and the steering angle.
If the warning light flashes for 1 minute while driving or after switching on the
ignition and a warning signal sounds, a fault is confirmed.
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Fog lights with integrated turning light*
The turning light is intended for a better illumination of the vehicle
close range when turning, parking etc.
The turning light is controlled in line with the steering angle or by switching on the
turn signal light in the following circumstances:
• vehicle speed max. 40 km/h,
• low beam switched on,
• no reverse gear engaged,
• no hazard warning light system switched on.
A fault in the turning light is indicated by the warning light lighting up or flashing.
Note
If the fog lights are switched on, the function of the turning light is not active.
Rear fog light
Switching on the rear fog light
– First of all turn the light switch into position or ⇒ page 46,
fig. 35.
– Pull the light switch out to the second detent . The fog lights* light
up at the same time.
If the vehicle is not fitted with fog lights*, the rear fog light is switched on by turning
the light switch to the position and is pulled out directly to the position . This
switch does not have two positions, but only one position.
The rear fog light warning light ⇒ page20 lights up in the instrument cluster
when the fog light is switched off.
Only the rear fog light of the trailer lights up if the vehicle is fitted with a towing
device from Škoda original accessoriesand when you are towing a trailer which
is fitted with the rear fog light.
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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.
Headlamp 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. 36 Dash panel:
Lights and Visibility
– Turn the control dial ⇒ fig. 36 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.
All seats occupied, luggage compartment laden.
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Driver seat occupied, luggage compartment laden.
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Caution
Set the headlight beam adjustment in such a way as to avoid dazzling oncoming
traffic.
Switch for hazard warning lights
Fig. 37 Dash panel:
Switch for hazard
warning lights
– Press switch ⇒ fig. 37 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.
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 vehicle breaks down or an emergency situation occurs.
The 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. 38 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. 38.
– If you only wish to flash three times (the so-called convenience 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 - the main beam and warning light in the
instrument cluster come on.
– Pull the lever back into the initial position in order to switch the main
beam off again.
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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.
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. 39 Detail of the
headliner: front interio r
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
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Switching the interior light on
– Press the switch to the left into position
A
Switching the interior light off
– Press the switch into the middle position O.
– On the version without reading lights press the switch to the right,
the symbol O appears.
⇒ fig. 39.
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Reading lights
– Press on one of the switches ⇒ fig. 39 in order to switch the right
B
or left reading light on or off.
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Lighting of storage compartment on the front passenger side
– When opening the flap of the storage compartment on the front
passenger side the lighting in the storage compartment comes on.
– 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.
Rear interior lighting* - type 1
Fig. 40 Roof liner light at
the rear
The rear interior lighting ⇒ fig. 40 is actuated by moving the switch to the symbol
, O or 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 49.
Note
We recommend having the bulb replaced by a specialist garage.
Rear interior lighting* - type 2
Fig. 41 Roof liner light at
the rear
The rear interior lighting is operated by pressing the button ⇒ fig. 41.
The button has two positions for the interior lighting at the rear. In the first position,
the interior lighting is switched on permanently, in the second position (after
pressing) it is switched via the door contacts.
Note
We recommend having the bulb replaced by a specialist garage.
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.
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Visibility
Rear window heater
Fig. 42 Switch for rear
window heater
– Press switch ⇒ fig. 42 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 once again, the rear window heater is switched 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 155, “Saving electricity”.
Sun visors
Using the sun visors can contribute to increasing road safety.
Fig. 43 Sun visor: swivelling out
You can pull the sun visor for the driver or front passenger out of the fixture and
swivel it toward the door in the direction of the arrow ⇒ fig. 43.
A vanity mirror*, which is provided with a cover, is located in the sun visor on the
front passenger side. Push the cover in direction of arrow .
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WARNING
The sun visors must not be swivelled to the side windows into the deployment area of the head airbags if any objects, such as ball-point pens etc. are
attached to them. This might result in injuries to the occupants if the head
airbag is deployed.
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Windshield wiper and wash system
Windshield wiper
You can operate the windscreen wipers and automatic wipe/wash
using the windscreen wiper lever.
Fig. 44 Windscreen
wiper lever
The windscreen wiper lever ⇒ fig. 44 has the following positions:
Finger-operated wiping
– Position the lever down into position if you wish to wipe the wind-
screen only for a single wipe - spring-tensioned position.
Intermittent wiping
– Position the lever up into position .
– Set with the switch the desired break between the individual wiper
strokes
Slow wipe
– Position the lever up into position .
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Fast wipe
– Position the lever up into position .
Automatic wipe/wash for windscreen
– Pull the lever towards the steering wheel into position and the
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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).
Wiping the rear window pane*
– Push the lever away from the steering wheel into position
⇒ fig. 44, 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 - 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 .
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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 front window wipers are on when
reverse gear is selected.
The windscreen washer nozzles are heated* when the ignition is switched on.
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Top up with wash liquid ⇒ page 185.
WARNING
• Properly maintained windscreen wiper blades are essential for clear visi-
bility and safe driving ⇒ page 53.
• 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.
• In the event of a freezing up of the windscreen, first of all eliminate the ice
⇒ page 164 and then operate the windscreen wiper otherwise the windscreen wiper blades could be damaged.
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
wip ers when the bla des are f rozen to the win dscreen may result in damage b oth to
the blades and the motor of the windscreen wipers!
Headlight cleaning system*
The headlights are being cleaned after the windscreen washer system has been
operated for the fifth time, the low beam or main beam are switched on as well as
the windscreen wiper lever is held in the position ⇒ page 52, fig. 44 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 164, “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. 45 Wiper blade for
the windscreen wiper
Taking off the wiper blade
– Fold windscreen wiper arm away from the windscreen.
– Press the locking button, in order to unlock the wiper blade and pull
off in the direction of arrow.
Attaching a wiper blade
– Push the wiper blade until it locks up to the stop.
– Check whether the wiper blade is correctly attached.
– Fold the windscreen wiper arm back onto the 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.
Juddering or smearing of the wiper blades could then 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 wiper blades after every pass
through an automatic vehicle wash system.
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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 wiper blades once or twice a year for safety reasons. The
wiper blades are available from Škoda Service Partners.
Replacing the wiper blade on the rear window wiper
Fig. 46 Wiper blade for
rear w indow
Taking off the wiper blade
– Fold windscreen wiper arm out from the windscreen and position the
wiper blade at right angles to the wiper arm ⇒ fig. 46.
– Hold the window wiper arm at the top end with one hand.
– With the other hand unlock the locking button in the direction of
arrow and remove the wiper blade.
Attaching a wiper blade
– Position the wiper blade onto the wiper arm and lock the locking
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button .
– Check whether the wiper blade is correctly attached.
The same remarks apply here as for ⇒ page 53.
Rear mirror
You can adjust the exterior mirrors electrically*.
Fig. 47 Inner part of
door: Rotary knob
Adjust the rear 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. 47.
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– Turn the rotary knob to position
. The movement of the mirror surface
is identical to the movement of the rotary knob.
Adjusting the right-hand exterior mirror*
– Turn the rotary knob to position
. The movement of the mirror
surface is identical to the movement of the rotary knob.
The vehicle can also be equipped with a second rear mirror*, which is attached
above the inner main rear mirror. The second rear mirror* enables an extensive
look into the area of the rear seats, e.g. to check on the seated passengers. You can
adjust it in the horizontal as well as vertical direction regardless of the inner main
rear mirror.
The exterior mirror heater only operates when the engine is running.
WARNING
• Convex (curved outward) or a spherical 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 surfaces 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 specialist garage if a fault exists with the power setting of the exte-
rior 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 134, “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 important 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!
WARNING (continued )
• It is impor tant 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.
Adjusting the front seats
Fig. 48 Controls at seat
Adjusting a seat in a forward/back direction
– Pull the lever ⇒ fig. 48 up and push the seat into the desired posi-
tion.
– Release the lever and push the seat further until the lock is heard
to engage.
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Adjusting height of seat*
– Lift the seat if required by pulling or pumping lever upwards.
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– Lower the seat if required by pushing or pumping lever down-
wards.
Adjust the angle of the seat 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!
Head restraints
Fig. 49 Adjusting head
restrai nt
Fig. 50 Removing a head
restrai nt
Best protection is achieved if the top edge of the head restraint is at the
same level as the upper part of your head.
Adjusting the height of a head restraint
– Grasp the side of the head restraint with both hands and push the
head restraint in the direction of axle of the metal guide rods, in the
direction of arrow ⇒ fig. 49 to the top or to the bottom.
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– Move the head restraint downwards if required by pressing the locking
button ⇒ fig. 50 and by pressing with the other hand the head
restraint downwards.
Removing and installing a head restraint
– Pull the head restraint out of the backrest of the seat as far as the stop.
– Press the locking button in the direction of arrow ⇒ fig. 50 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 position of the front, rear outer head restraints and the rear middle head
restraint* is adjustable for height.
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 ⇒ page 115.
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!
Heating the front seats*
Fig. 51 Rocker switch:
Front seat heating
The seating and leaning surfaces of the driver and front passenger seat
can be heated when the ignition is switched on.
Front seats
– By pressing the rocker switch in the position or switch on the
front seat heating to 25 % or 100 % of its power output ⇒ fig. 51.
– To switch off the heating shift the rocker switch into the horizontal
position.
WARNING
If you have a subdued pain and/or temperature sensitivity, e.g. through
medication, paralysis or because of chronic illness (e.g. diabetes), we
recommend not to use the seat heating of the driver or front passenger seat.
This can lead to burns on the back, the posterior and the legs which are difficult to heal. If the seat heating is used, we recommend to make regular
breaks in your journey when driving long distances, so that the body can
recuperate from the stress of the journey. Please consult your doctor, who
can evaluate your specific condition.
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• 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 166.
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.
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Fig. 53 Unlock the seat
backrest
Rear seats
To enlarge the luggage compartment, the rear seats can be folded
forwards or the rear seats can be removed ⇒ page 60. The rear seats can
Folding the rear seats forwards
be folded forward individually on vehicles with divided rear seats*.
Folding the rear seats forwards
– Before folding the rear seats forward adjust the front seats in such a
way that they are not damaged when folding forward the rear seats.
– Pull up the rear seat in the direction of arrow ⇒ fig. 52 and fold
forwards in direction of arrow .
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– Unlock the rear seat backrest by pulling the securing knob and fold
it forward ⇒ fig. 53.
Fig. 52 Folding the rear
seat forwards
– 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 ⇒ page 60, fig. 54.
– Fold the seat backrests forwards completely.
Folding the rear seats back into position
– Install the head restraint in the slightly lifted rear seat backrest.
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– Then push the seat backrest back into the upright position until the
securing knob clicks into place - check by pulling on the rear seat
backrest.
– Make sure that the red surface of the securing knob is not visible
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⇒ fig. 53.
– Fold the rear seat back into its original position.
WARNING
• Ensure that the seat belts are not damaged when operating the rear seat
backrests. Under no circumstances must the rear seat belts be jammed by
the folded back rear seat backrest.
• The belts and the belt locks must be in their original pos ition after folding
back the rear seats and seat backrests - they must be ready to use.
• Pay attention that the rear seat backrest is correctly interlocked. It is only
then that the three-point seat belt can reliably fulfil its function.
• The seat backrests must be securely interlocked in position so that no
objects in the luggage compartment can slide into the passenger compartment if there is sudden braking - risk of injury!
Inserting head restraints in the rear seats
– The rear head restraints can be inserted into the relevant holes of the
folded forwards rear seats.
Remove the rear seat
Fig. 55 Remove the rear
seats
The luggage compartment can be increased in size by removing the rear
seat.
Removing
– Fold the rear seat forwards.
– Press the wire clamps in the direction of the arrow ⇒ fig. 55 and
remove the rear seat 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 seat back into its original position.
Fig. 54 Rear seats: Head
restrai nts in rear seats
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Pedals
You should use only footmats which do not obstruct the movement of the pedals
and have an anti-slip protection.
We recommend only to use footmats from Škoda genuine accessories offered by
your Škoda dealer.
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.
– Attach the items of luggage to the lashing eyes or the safety net*
⇒ page 62.
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!
• When transporting fastened objects which are sharp and dangerous in
the luggage compartment enlarged by folding the rear seats forward or
removing the rear seats, ensure the safety of the passengers transported on
the other rear seats ⇒ page 116, “Correct seated position for the occupants
on the rear seats”.
• If the rear seats next to the folded forward seat are occupied, ensure
maximum safety, e.g. by placing the goods to be transported in such a way
that a folding back of the seat is prevented in case of a rear collision.
• Never drive with the boot lid fully opened or slightly ajar otherwise
exhaust gases may get into the interior of the vehicle - risk of poisoning!
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WARNING (continued )
• 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 186, fig. 154.
Fastening elements
Fig. 56 Luggage
compartment: Lashing
eyes and lashing hooks
Eyes are located on the sides of the loading area for lashing the goods to be loaded
⇒ fig. 56.
You can also attach securing nets* to these eyes for lashing small objects.
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 suitable lashing straps which are firmly
attached to the lashing eyes.
• The whole strength of the net makes it possible to load the pocket with
objects of up to 1.5 kg in weight. Heavy obj ects are not secured sufficiently risk of injury and net damage!
• The load to be transported must be fixed in place in such a way that it
cannot move during the journey and when braking.
Folding hooks*
Fig. 57 Luggage
compartment: folding
hooks
A folding hook* for attaching small items of luggage, such as bags etc., is provided
on both sides of the luggage compartment ⇒ fig. 57.
An item of luggage weighing up to 10 kg can be attached to the hook.
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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. 58 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 boot lid ⇒ page 63, fig. 58.
– Slightly raise the luggage compartment cover.
– Remove the luggage compartment cover from the holders by
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pulling to the rear or with adequate blows to the bottom side of the
luggage compartment cover in the area between the holders.
– To re-install, place the luggage compartment cover on the contact
surfaces of the side trim panels and press the luggage compartment
cover into the holders by pushing forward and then hang the
support straps on the tailgate.
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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!
Further positions of the luggage compartment cover
You can use the luggage compartment cover behind the head
restraints for storing light and soft items.
Fig. 59 Luggage
compartment cover in
the lower position
The luggage compartment cover in the upper position is foreseen for storage of
small objects of up to 2.5 kg. in weight.
Fig. 60 Luggage
compartment cover
stowed behind the rear
seats.
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The luggage compartment cover can also be put into the lower position on the
supporting elements ⇒ fig. 59.
The luggage compartment cover in the lower position is foreseen for storage of
small objects of up to 6 kg. in weight.
The luggage compartment cover can also be stowed behind the rear seats
⇒ fig. 60.
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!
The roof rack*
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 a roof luggage rack which has been released for use by Škoda
Auto a.s.
• 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 components are
obtainable as accessories from Škoda Service Partners.
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 boot lid does not collide with the roof load.
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.
Attachment points
Fig. 61 Attachment
points for base roof
carrier
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Fitting
– Insert the attachment points of the roof rack into the mounts of the
body so that the pins of the attachment points grasp into the holes of
the body.
Note
• Pay attention to the information regarding assembly and disassembly in the
attached instructions.
• If you have any questions, please contact a specialist garage.
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 permis-
sible 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.
Front cup holder
Fig. 62 Front centre
console: Cup holder
You can place two cups or beverage cans into the recesses ⇒ fig. 62.
WARNING
• Do not place any ho t beverages into the cup holder. If the vehicle moves,
the hot beverages may spill - risk of scalding!
• Do not use any cups or beakers which are made of brittle material (e.g.
glass, porcelain). You might be injured by them in the event of an accident.
Caution
Do not open the beverages in the cup holder while driving. There is a risk of spilling
e.g. when braking and therefore the electrical components or the seat upholstery
can be damaged.
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Rear cup holder*
Fig. 63 Centre console:
Cup holder
You can place one cup or beverage can into the recess ⇒ fig. 63.
WARNING
• Do not place any ho t beverages into the cup holder. If the vehicle moves,
the hot beverages may spill - risk of scalding!
• Do not use any cups or beakers which are made of brittle material (e.g.
glass, porcelain). You might be injured by them in the event of an accident.
Caution
Do not open the beverages in the cup holder while driving. There is a risk of spilling
e.g. when braking and therefore the electrical components or the seat upholstery
can be damaged.
Note holder
Fig. 64 Windscreen:
Note holder
The note holder is designed e.g. for attaching a car park ticket in parking areas.
The attached note has to always be removed before starting off in order not to
restrict the driver's vision.
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Ashtray*
Fig. 65 Centre console:
Front ashtray
Fig. 66 Centre console:
Rear ashtray
Removing ashtray
– Remove the ashtray ⇒ fig. 65 upwards. When removing do not hold
the ashtray at the cover - risk of breakage.
Replacing ashtray
– Insert the ashtray vertically.
WARNING
Never lay flammable objects in the ashtray basin - risk of fire!
Cigarette lighter* and power sockets*
Cigarette lighter
You can also use the socket on the cigarette lighter for other electrical appliances.
Fig. 67 Centre console:
Cigarette lighter
Using the cigarette lighter
– Press in the button of the cigarette lighter ⇒ fig. 67.
– Wait until the button jumps forward.
– Remove the cigarette lighter immediately and use it.
– Insert the cigarette lighter again into the socket.
Using the power socket
– Take out the cigarette lighter.
– Insert the plug of the electrical appliance into the socket of the ciga-
rette lighter.
The 12 volt power socket can also be used to supply power to electrical accessories
with a power uptake up to 180 watts.
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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 igni-
tion 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!
Storage compartments
Overview
You will find the following storage facilities in your vehicle:
Storage compartments on the front passenger
side*
Storage compartment on the driver's side ⇒ page 69
Stowage compartment for spectacles* ⇒ page 69
Stowage compartment in centre console ⇒ page 70
Storage compartment in the front seat* ⇒ page 70
Front seat armrest with stowage compartment* ⇒ page 71
Storage compartment in the front doors ⇒ page 71
⇒ page 68
Storage box* ⇒ page 72
Storage compartments in the luggage compartment
Flexible storage compartment* ⇒ page 73
Clothes hooks* ⇒ page 73
⇒ page 73
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!
Storage compartments on the front passenger side*
Fig. 68 Dash panel:
Storage compartments
on the front passenger
side
Certain model versions are equipped without lid for the storage compartments.
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Opening and closing the storage compartments on the front
passenger side
– Pull or press the handle of the lid in the direction of arrow ⇒ page 68,
fig. 68 and fold open the lid.
– Raise the lid until it is heard to engage.
A pin holder is located inside the lid.
WARNING
The storage compartment must always be closed when driving for safety
reaso ns.
Cooling of storage compartment on front passenger side*
The storage compartment can be fitted for vehicles with an airconditioning system with a closable inlet for cooled air.
Fig. 69 Storage
compartment: Using
cooling system
The storage compartment is only cooled in the cooling mode. 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 compartment on the driver's side
Fig. 70 Dash panel:
Storage compartment on
the driver's side
Unlockable compartment below the steering wheel on the left.
Stowage compartment for spectacles*
– You can switch the cooling system on or off using the control dial
⇒ fig. 69.
Opening the air inlet when the air conditioni ng system is on causes fresh or interior
air to flow into the storage compartment.
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Fig. 71 Detail of the
headliner: Stowage
compartment for spectacles
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– Press on the lid of the stowage compartment, the stowage compart-
ment opens downwards ⇒ page 69, fig. 71.
WARNING
The storage compartment must always be closed when driving for safety
reasons - risk of head injury.
Stowage compartment in centre console
Fig. 72 Centre console:
Storage compartment
Unlocable compartment in the centre console.
Storage compartment in the front seat*
Fig. 73 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. 73.
– Tilt the lock to close the flap and press flap close.
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Front seat armrest with storage compartment*
Fig. 74 Armrest: Storage
compartment
Fig. 75 Opening stowage
compartment
Fold the armrest
– Press the lower button on the end face of the armrest ⇒ fig. 74 in
order to fold the armrest. Fold the armrest forwards and release the
button.
Note
The moving space of the arms can be restricted if the arm rest is folded down. In city
traffic the armrest should not be folded down.
Storage compartment in the front doors
Fig. 76 Stowage
compartment in door
panel
A bottle holder is located in the area of the storage compartment for the front
doors.
B
WARNING
Use the area ⇒ fig. 76 of the storage compartment only for storing
objects which do not project so that the effectiveness of the side airbag is not
impaired.
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Opening stowage compartment
– The armrest includes a stowage compartment. The storage compart-
ment is unlocked by pressing the upper button and then can be
opened to the top.
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Storage box*
Fig. 77 Holder for
attachment
Fig. 78 Storage box
The storage box is foreseen for storage of small objects of up to 5 kg in
weight and can also be used as an armrest. You can place 2 cups or
beverage cans into the recess on the storage box.
Installing storage box
– Fold the backrest of the middle seat and the outer seat forwards.
– Move the fixing holder ⇒ fig. 77 from the rear between the seat
cushion and seat backrest, then align the seat backrest to the vertical
position.
– Move the fixing arms of the storage box into the locking eyes of the
fixing holder until they lock in place ⇒ fig. 78.
– Check the interlock of both fixing arms by pulling on the storage
box.
Removing storage box
– Simultaneously press on each side of the storage box the red button in
direction opposite the seat backrest. The storage box releases.
– Fold the seat backrest forwards and remove the fixing holder, then
move the seat backrest into the original position.
WARNING
• Do not place any hot beverages into the cup holder. If the vehicle moves,
the hot beverages may spill - risk of scalding!
• Do not use any cups or beakers which are made of brittle material (e.g.
glass, porcelain). You might be injured by them in the event of an accident.
Caution
Do not open the beverages in the cup holder while driving. There is a risk of spilling
e.g. when braking and therefore the electrical components or the seat upholstery
can be damaged.
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Removeable storage compartments in the luggage
compartment*
Fig. 79 Removeable
storage compartments
A removeable storage compartment*⇒ fig. 79 is located on both sides in the side
trim panel of the luggage compartment.
The removeable storage compartments* are intended for storing small objects of
up to 2.5 kg in weight.
Flexible storage compartment*
A flexible storage compartment is located on the right side of the luggage
compartment. The flexible storage compartment is foreseen for storing
small objects of up to 8 kg. in weight.
Removing
– Take hold of the flexible storage compartment at both upper corners.
– Press the upper corners to the inside and release the storage compart-
ment by pulling upwards.
– Remove by pulling towards you.
Installing
– Insert both ends of the flexible storage compartment into the open-
ings of the right side trim panel of the luggage compartment and push
it downwards until it locks.
Clothes hooks*
Fig. 81 Area above rear
doors: Clothes hooks
Fig. 80 Flexible storage
compartment
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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.
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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. 82 Heating: Control
elements
Setting temperature
– Turn the control dial ⇒ fig. 82 to the right in order to increase the
temperature.
– Turn the control dial to the left in order to increase the tempera-
ture.
Controlling blower
– Turn the blower switch into one of the positions, 1 to 4, in order to
switch the blower on.
– Turn the blower switch into position 0 in order to switch the blower
off.
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B
– Pressing button causes the recirculating air system ⇒ to be
switched on.
Control for air distribution
– You can adjust the direction of the inlet air flow ⇒ page 77 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.
C
B
WARNING
You should not leave recirculated air mode on over a longer period of time,
as “stale” air may result in fatigue in the driver and occupants, divert your
attention 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.
Note
• If the air distribution is positioned towards the windows, the total amount of air
is used to defrost the windows and thus no 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.
• Have the air conditioning system cleaned by a specialist workshop.
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Set heating
Recommended settings of heating controls for:
Defrosting the windscreen and side windows
• Turn control dial ⇒ page 75, fig. 82 to the right up to the stop,
A
• Blower switch in position 3,
• Turn the air distribution control into the position ,
• Open air outlet vents 4 ⇒ page 77, fig. 83 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,
• 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 3 or 4,
• Turn the air distribution control into the position ,
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• Open the air outlet vents 4,
• We recommend that you briefly switch on the recirculated air mode with the
pushbutton . 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 temperature has been reached:
• Control dial at the desired heat output,
• Blower switch in position 2 or 3,
• Turn the air distribution control into the position between and ,
C
• Open the air outlet vents 4,
• Set the air distribution regulator as required between positions and ,
if the windscreen gets misted up again.
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.
C
• Turn the control dial ⇒ page 75, fig. 82 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 77, fig. 83
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
Switching recirculated air mode off
– Press button again, the button symbol
The recirculated air mode is switched off automatically if the air distribution control
C
is in position ⇒ page 75, fig. 82. You can also switch recirculated air mode on
again from this setting by repeatedly pressing button .
C
lights up ⇒ page 75, fig. 82.
goes out.
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WARNING
You should not leave recirculated air mode on over a longer period of time,
as “stale” air may result in fatigue in the driver and occupants, divert your
attention 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.
Air outlet vents
Fig. 83 Air outlet vents
Open air outlet vents
– Turn the rotary knob into the upper position.
Close air outlet vents
– Turn the rotary knob into the lower position.
Redirecting air flow
– The horizontal as well as the vertical direction of the air flow is set with
the handle in the middle of the air outlet vents.
You can set the air supply to the individual vents with the air distribution control
⇒ page 75, fig. 82. Air outlet vents 3 and 4 can also be opened or closed individu-
ally.
Unwarmed or cooled air will flow out of the opened air outlet vents according to
the setting of the control dial ⇒ page 75, fig. 82 and according to atmospheric
conditions.
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Climatic (semi-automatic air conditioning system)*
Description
Climatic is a combined cooling and heating system with electronic
control of the convenience temperature in the vehicle interior. It
makes it possible to optimally control the air temperature at any
season of the year.
Description of the Climatic
It is important for your safety and for your driving comfort that the Climatic is operating properly.
The air conditioning system operates when switch ⇒ page 78, fig. 84 is
pressed and the following conditions are met:
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• engine running,
• outside temperature above +2 °C and
• blower switch switched on (positions 1 to 4).
If the cooling 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.
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 ⇒ .
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Air at a temperature of about 5°C may flow out of the vents under certain circumstances when the cooling 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 cooling systems operate properly.
After switching on the cooling 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, as “stale” air may result in fatigue in the driver and occupants, divert
your attention 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.
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 Climatic is operating which can only
be eliminated through considerable effort and expense (replacement of
compressor).
Using the system
Fig. 84 Climatic:
Controls
Setting temperature
– Turn the control dial ⇒ fig. 84 to the right in order to increase the
A
temperature.
– Turn the control dial to the left in order to increase the tempera-
ture.
Controlling blower
– Turn the blower switch into one of the positions, 1 to 4, in order to
B
switch the blower on.
– Turn the blower switch into position 0 in order to switch the blower
B
off.
– Pressing button causes the recirculating air system ⇒ page 80 to
be switched on.
Control for air distribution
– You can adjust the direction of the inlet air flow ⇒ page 80 using air
distribution regulator .
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switching cooling on and off
– Press the button . The symbol
– When you again press the switch , the cooling system is switched
off. The symbol
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.
Note
AC
in the switch comes on.
AC
in the button is no longer illuminated.
C
• 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 cooling system has not been swi tched 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 80.
• Have the air conditioning system cleaned by a specialist workshop.
Set Climatic
Recommended settings of Climatic controls for the respective operating modes:
Defrosting the windscreen and side windows
• Put the control dial ⇒ page 78, fig. 84 to the temperature selected as usual
by you (we recommend 22 °C)
• Blower switch in position 3 or 4
• Turn the air distribution control into the position
C
• Open air outlet vents 4 ⇒ page 80, 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):
• Blower switch in position 2
• Turn the air distribution control into the position between and
C
• Open air outlet vents 4 ⇒ page 80, fig. 85 and point towards the side window.
• Switch on the cooling system by pressing button .
Warming up the inside of the vehicle as rapidly as possible
AC
• Control dial at the desired heat temperature
• Blower switch in position 3
• Turn the air distribution control into the position
C
• Open the air outlet vents 4
• We recommend that you briefly switch on the recirculated air mode with the
pushbutton . 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 temperature has been reached:
• Control dial at the desired heat temperature
• Blower switch in position 2
• Turn the air distribution control into the position between and
• Open the air outlet vents 4
• Set the air distribution regulator as required between positions and ,
if the windscreen gets misted up again.
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Cooling down the inside of the vehicle as rapidly as possible
• close all windows
• Control dial at the desired heat temperature
• Blower switch in position 4
• Turn the air distribution control into the position
C
• Open the air outlet vents 3 and 4
• Switch on the cooling system by pressing button
AC
• We recommend that you briefly switch on the recirculated air mode with the
pushbutton .
Optimum cooling
• Control dial at the desired heat temperature. This temperature will be main-
tained 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 cooling system by pressing button
AC
• 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 switch to recirculated air
mode.
Recirculated air mode
In recirculated ai r 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 switch ⇒ page 78, fig. 84 the switch symbol
lights up.
Switching recirculated air mode off
– Press button again, the button symbol
The recirculated air mode is switched off automatically if the air distribution control
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is in position ⇒ page 78, fig. 84. You can also switch recirculated air mode
on again from this setting by repeatedly pressing button .
goes out.
WARNING
You should not leave recirculated air mode on over a longer period of time,
as “stale” air may result in fatigue in the driver and occupants, divert your
attention 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.
Air outlet vents
Fig. 85 Air outlet vents
Open air outlet vents
– Turn the rotary knob into the upper position.
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Close air outlet vents
– Turn the rotary knob into the lower position.
Redirecting air flow
– The horizontal as well as the vertical direction of the air flow is set with
the handle in the middle of the air outlet vents.
You can set the air supply to the individual vents with the air distribution control
⇒ page 78, fig. 84. Air outlet vents 3 and 4 can also be opened or closed individu-
ally:
Unwarmed or cooled air will flow out of the air outlet vents according to the setting
of control dial ⇒ page 78, fig. 84 and the atmospheric conditions.
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Using the air conditioning system economically
The compressor on the Climatic uses power from the engine when in cooling m ode
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 cooling 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
cooling 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 +2 °C,
there is a problem in the system. The reasons for this may be:
• The fuse of the Climatic is defective. Check the fuse, replace it if necessary
⇒ page 205.
• The cooling system has switched off automatically for a short time because the
coolant temperature of the engine is too hot ⇒ page 10.
If you are not able to rectify the operational problem yourself, or if the cooling
capacity decreases, switch the cooling system off. Contact a specialist garage.
If there is a fault at the Climatronic, all symbols on the display flash after switching
on the ignition for 15 seconds. Contact a specialist garage.
Climatronic (automatic air conditioning)*
Description
The Climatronic system is a combination of an automatic heating,
fresh air and cooling system which provides optimal comfort for the
occupants of the car.
The Climatronic maintains a constant temperature fully automatically, once it has
been set. This is achieved by automatically varying the temperature of the
outflowing air, the blower stages and the air distribution. The system also takes into
account sunlight which eliminates the need to alter the settings manually. The
automatic mode ⇒ page 83 ensures maximum wellbeing of the occupants at all
times of the year.
Description of Climatronic system
The cooling operates only if the following conditions are met:
• engine running,
• outside temperature above +2 °C,
ECON
• the button is not pressed.
If the cooling 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 ⇒ .
The air inlet in front of the windscreen must be free of ice, snow or leaves in order
to ensure that the heating and cooling systems operate properly.
The AC compressor is switched off at a high coolant temperature in order to provide
cooling at a high load of the engine.
After switching on the cooling 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!
Recommended setting for all periods of the year:
• Set the temperature to 22 °C.
• Press the button ⇒ fig. 86.
AUTO
• Move the air outlet vents 3 and 4 so that the air flow is directed slightly upwards
⇒ page 85, fig. 87.
Switching over between degrees Celsius and degrees Fahrenheit
Press and hold the buttons and ⇒ fig. 86. The information in the
desired temperature measuring unit appears in the display.
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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, as “stale” air may result in fatigue in the driver and occupants, divert
your attention 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.
Note
• If the cooling system has not been switched on for a lengthy period, odours may
be produced at the evaporator because of deposits. Switch the cooling 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.
• 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).
• The used air streams out through the air removal openings in the luggage
compartment.
• Using the cooling economically ⇒ page 81.
• Operational problems ⇒ page 81.
Overview of the control elements
Fig. 86 Climatronic: Control elements
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Buttons / control dial
1
Setting the blower speed
The displays
Set blower speed
3
The outside temperature
4
Climatronic fault, have the vehicle inspected by a specialist garage
5
Air flow to the windows
6
Recirculated air mode
7
Air flow to the head, upper body and feet
8
Display of selected interior temperature, here: +20 °C
9
Automatic mode
10
ECON mode
Buttons / control dial
11
Setting the interior temperature
Air flow to the windows
14
Automatic mode
15
Air flow in the footwell
16
Air flow to the upper body
17
Air flow to head
18
Button for switching off cooling system
19
Recirculated air mode
Note
The interior temperature sensor is located in the bottom part of the device. Do
not glue or cover over the sensor, otherwise it could have an unfavourable effect on
the Climatronic.
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Automatic mode
The automatic mode is used in order to maintain a constant temperature and to keep the windows in the interior of the car dry.
Switching automatic mode on
– Set a temperature between +18 °C and +29 °C.
– Move the air outlet vents 3 and 4 ⇒ page 85, fig. 87 so that the air flow
is directed slightly upwards.
–Press the button , AUTO appears in the display.
The automatic mode is switched off by pressing the button for the air distribution
or increasing or decreasing the blower speed. The temperature is nevertheless
regulated.
AUTO
ECON mode
The cooling system is switched off in the ECON mode - heating and
ventilation are regulated automatically.
Switching ECON mode on
–Press the button , ECON appears in the display.
ECON
– Set a temperature between +18 °C and +29 °C.
Recirculated air mode in ECON mode
–Press the button , AUTO appears in the display.
–Press the button , ECON appears in the display.
ECON mode operates only within the control temperature range from +18 °C up to
+29 °C.
The ECON mode is switched off when pressing button or .
Please note that, in the ECON mode, the interior temperature cannot be lower than
the outside temperature. The interior is not cooled and the air is not dehumidified.
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Please refer to the information regarding recirculated air mode ⇒ page 84.
Defrosting windscreen
Defrosting windscreen - switching on
– Press the button ⇒ page 82, fig. 86.
Defrosting windscreen - switching off
– Once again press the button or the button .
The temperature control is controlled automatically. More air flows out of the air
outlet vents 1 and 2.
AUTO
Recirculated air mode
In recirculated ai r 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 symbol
appears on the display.
Switching recirculated air mode off
– Once again press the button or the button , the symbol or
AUTO
the logo is no longer shown on the display.
WARNING
• You should not leave recirculated air mode on over a longer period of
time, as “stale” air may result in fatigue in the driver and occupants, divert
your attention and also cause the windows to mist up. The risk of having an
WARNING (continued )
accident increases. Switch recirculated ai r mode off as soon as the windows
begin misting up.
• After 15 minutes of constant recirculated air mode, the symbol
flashes on the display of the Climatronic for 5 minutes. Immediately switch
off the recirculated air mode.
Note
If the windscreen mists up, press the button . After the windscreen has been
demisted, press the button .
AUTO
Setting temperature
– You can set the desired interior temperature after switching on the
ignition with the control dial .
You can set the interior temperature between +18°C and +29°C. The interior
temperature is regulated automatically within this range. If you select a temperature of less than +18 °C, “LO” is shown on the display. If you select a temperature
above +29 °C, “HI” is shown on the display. In both limit positions the Climatronic
operates at maximum cooling or heating capacity, respectively. The temperature is
not controlled in this case.
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.
Controlling blower
There are a total of seven blower stages available.
The Climatronic system controls the blower stages automatically in line
with the interior temperature. You can also, however, adapt the blower
stages manually to suit your particular needs.
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– Turn the control dial ⇒ page 82, fig. 86 to the left (reduce blower
1
speed) or right (increase blower speed).
Switch off the blowers, the Climatronic is switched off and in the display shows OFF.
The set blower speed is displayed next to the control dial when the respective
number of warning lights come on.
1
WARNING
• “Stale air” may result in fatigue in the driver and occupants, reduce
attention levels and also cause the windows to mist up. The risk of having an
accident increases.
• Do not switch the Climatronic system off for longer than necessary.
• Switch the Climatronic system on as soon as the windows mist up.
Air outlet vents
Close air outlet vents
– Turn the rotary knob into the lower position.
Redirecting air flow
– The horizontal as well as the vertical direction of the air flow is set with
the handle in the middle of the air outlet vents.
You can control the air distribution to the air outlet vents via the buttons of the
operating part of the Climatronic ⇒ page 82. Air outlet vents 3 and 4 ⇒ fig. 87 can
also be opened or closed individually.
Fig. 87 Air outlet vents
Open air outlet vents
– Turn the rotary knob into the upper position.
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Starting-off and Driving
Setting steering wheel position*
Fig. 88 Adjustable
steering wheel: Lever
below steering column
Fig. 89 Safe distance to
steering wheel
You can set the height and the forward/back position of the steering
wheel to the desired position.
– Adjust the driver seat ⇒ page 56.
– Pull the lever below the steering column ⇒ fig. 88 down ⇒ .
– Set the steering wheel to the desired position (concerning height and
forward/back position).
– Then push the lever up against the steering column until it locks into
place.
WARNING
• You must not adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving!
• The driver must maintain a distance of at least 25 cm to the steering
wheel ⇒ fig. 89. Not maintaining this minimum distance will mean that the
airbag system will not be able to properly protect you - hazard!
• Fo r s afet y re aso ns t he lev er m ust alw ay s be fir mly pus hed up to a voi d th e
steering wheel altering its position unintentionally when driving - risk of
accident!
• If you adjust the steering wheel fur ther towards the head, you will reduce
the protection offered by the driver airbag in the event of an accident. Check
that the steering wheel is aligned to the chest.
• When driving, hold the steering wheel with both hands firmly on the
outer edge in the 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock position. Never hold the steering
wheel firmly in the 12 o'clock position or in another way (e.g. in the middle
of the steering wheel or at the inner steering wheel edge). In such cases,
injuries to the arms, the hands and the head can occur when the driver
airbag is deployed.
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Ignition lock
Fig. 90 Ignition lock
positions
Petrol engines
- ignition switched off, engine off, the steering can be locked.
- ignition switched on
3
- start engine
Diesel engines
1
- interruption of fuel supply, ignition switched off, engine off, the steering can
be locked.
2
- heating glow plugs on, ignition switched on
• You should not switch on any major electrical components during the heating
period otherwise the vehicle battery will be drained unnecessarily.
3
- start engine
Applies to all models:
Posi tion
To lock the steering, with the ignition key withdrawn, turn the steering wheel until
the steering locking pin is heard to engage. You should always lock the steering as
a general rule if you leave your vehicle. This acts as a deterrent against possible theft
of your vehicle ⇒ .
Posi tion
2
Move the steering wheel back and forward a little if the ignition key cannot, or
cannot easily be turned into this position, in order to release the steering lock.
Posit ion
The engine is started in this position. At the same time switched on low beam or
main beam or other electrical components with major power consumption are
briefly switched off. The ignition key moves back into position when one
releases the key.
The ignition key must be turned back into position each time before starting the
engine again. The starter repeat lock in the ignition lock prevents the starter being
engaged when the engine is running and thus getting damaged.
3
2
1
WARNING
• When driving, the ignition key must always be in the position (igni-
tion switched on) without the engine running. This position is indicated by
the warning lights coming on. If this is not the case, it could result in unexpected locking of the steering wheel - risk of accident!
2
• Do not withdraw the ignition key from the lock until the car has come to
a stop. The steering lock can engage immediately - risk of accident!
• Always withdraw the ignition key if you are going to leave the vehicle,
even 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!
Starting the engine
General
You can only start the engine only using an original ignition key.
• Place the gearshift lever into neutral and put on the handbrake firmly before
starting the engine.
• The clutch pedal should be fully depressed when starting the engine which
means that the starter only has to crank the engine.
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• Let go of the key as soon as the engine starts otherwise there may be damage
to the starter.
The engine running noises may louder at first be louder for a short time after
starting the cold engine until oil pressure can be built up in the hydraulic valve
clearance compensation. This is quite normal and is not an operating problem.
If the engine does not start ...
You can use the battery of another vehicle as a jump-start aid ⇒ page 200.
It is only possible to tow-start vehicles fitted with a manual gearbox. The towstarting distance must not be more than 50 metres ⇒ page 203.
WARNING
• Never run the engine in non ventilated or enclosed areas. The exhaust
gases of the engine contain besides the odorless and colourless carbon
monoxide a poisonous gas - hazard! Carbon monoxide can cause unconsciousness and death.
• Never leave your vehicle unattended with the engine running.
Caution
• The starter may only be operated (ignition key position ), if the engine is not
running. If the starter is immediately operated after switching off the engine, the
starter or the engine can be damaged.
3
• Avoid high engine revolutions, full throttle and high engine loads as long as the
engine has not yet reached its normal operating temperature - risk of damaging the
engine!
• Vehicles which are fitted with an exhaust gas catalytic converter should not be
tow-started over a distance of more than 50 metres.
For the sake of the environment
Never warm up the engine when the vehi cle is standing. Drive off right away. When
driving the engine reaches its operating temperature more rapidly and the pollutant
emissions are lower.
Petrol engines
These engines are fitted with a starter system which selects the correct fuel/air
mixture for every external air temperature.
• Do not operate accelerator before and when starting engine.
• Interrupt the attempt at starting after 10 seconds if the engine does not start
right awayand wait for about 30 seconds before repeating the attempt.
• It is possible that the fuse on the electrical fuel pump is defect if the engine still
does not start. Check the fuse and replace it if necessary ⇒ page 205.
• If the engine does not start, contact the nearest specialist garage to obtain
professional assistance.
It may be necessary, if the engine is very hot, to slightly depress the accelerator
after the engine has started.
Diesel engines
Glow plug system
Diesel engines are equipped with a glow plug system, the preglow period being
controlled automatically in line with the coolant temperature and outside temperature.
The preglow indicator light comes on after the ignition has been switched on.
You should not switch on any major electrical components during the heating
period otherwise the vehicle battery will be drained unnecessarily.
• You should start the engine immediately after the glow plug warning light
has gone out.
• The glow plug warning light will come on for about one 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.
• Interrupt the attempt at starting after 10 seconds if the engine does not start
right awayand wait for about 30 seconds before repeating the attempt.
• It is possible that the fuse on the diesel preglow system is defect if the engine
still does not start. Check the fuse and replace it if necessary ⇒ page 205.
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• Contact the nearest specialist garage to obtain professional assistance.
Starting the engine after fuel tank has run dry
It may take longer than normal to start the engine after refuelling if the fuel tank has
run completely dry - up to one minute. This is because the fuel system must first of
all be filled while the attempting to start the engine.
Switching off the engine
– The engine can be switched off by turning the ignition key from posi-
tion ⇒ page 87, fig. 90 into position .
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WARNING
• Never switch off the engine before the vehicle is stationary - risk of acci-
dent!
• The brake booster only operates when the engine is running. Greater
physical effort for braking is required when engine is switched off. Because
if you do not stop as normal, this can cause an accident and severe injuries.
Caution
you should not switch the engine off right away at the end of your journey after the
engine has been operated for a lengthy period at high loads but should be allowed
it to run at idling speed for about 2 minutes. This prevents any accumulation of heat
when the engine is switched off.
Note
• The radiator fan may continue running for a further 10 minutes or so after the
engine and the ignition have been switched off. The coolant fan may, however, also
switch on again after some time if the coolant temperature rises because of an
accumulation of heat in the engine or if the engine is warm and the engine
compartment is additionally heated by strong sunlight.
• This is why particular care is required when carrying out any work in the engine
compartment ⇒ page 173, “Working in the engine compartment”.
Shifting (manual gearbox)
Fig. 91 Shift pattern on
models fitted with 5speed manual gearbox
Shift into reverse only when the car is stationary. Depress the clutch pedal and hold
it fully depressed. Wait a moment before engaging reverse gear in order to avoid
any shift noises.
The reversing light will come on once reverse gear is engaged, provided the ignition
is on.
WARNING
Never engage the reverse gear when driving - risk of accident!
Note
• One should not lay the hand on the shift lever while driving the vehicle. The
pressure of the hand will be transferred to the gearshift forks in the gearbox. This
can, over a period of time, lead to early wear of the gearshift forks.
• Depress the clutch pedal fully when changing gears, in order to avoid unneces-
sary wear and damage.
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Handbrake
Fig. 92 Centre console:
Handbrake
Applying the handbrake
– Pull the handbrake lever up fully.
Releasing the handbrake
– Pull the handbrake lever up slightly and at the same time press in the
locking button ⇒ fig. 92.
– Hold the button pressed and push the handbrake lever down fully
⇒ .
The handbrake warning light lights up when the handbrake is applied, provided
the ignition is on.
A warning signal sounds and the following text appears in the display* if you have
inadvertently driven off with the handbrake applied:
HANDBRAKE ON
The handbrake warning is activated if you drive at a speed of more than 6 km/h for
more than 3 seconds.
WARNING
• Please note that the handbrake must be fully released. A handbrake
which is only partially released can result in the rear brakes overheating
which will have a negative effect on the operation of the brake system - risk
of accident! In addition this can result in premature wear of the rear brake
pads.
• Never leave children unattended in the vehicle. The children might, for
example, release the handbrake or take the vehicle out of gear. The vehicle
might then move off - risk of accident!
Caution
After the car has come to a stop, always first of all apply the handbrake firmly before
then additionally engaging a gear (manual gearbox) or moving the selector lever
into position P (automatic gearbox).
Parking aid*
The parking aid provides a warning of obstacles behind the vehicle.
Fig. 93 Parking aid:
Range of sensors
The audible parking aid determines the distance between the rear bumper and an
obstacle located behind the vehicle with the aid of ultrasound sensors. The sensors
are integrated in the rear bumper.
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Range of sensors
The clearance warning begins at a distance of about 160 cm from the obstacle (area
A
⇒ page 90, fig. 93). The interval between the warning signals becomes shorter
as the clearance is reduced.
A continuous tone sounds from a clearance of just 30 cm (Bereich ) - danger
area. You should not reverse any further after this signal sounds!
Activating
The parking aid is activated automatically when reverse gear is engaged and the
ignition is turned on. This is confirmed by a brief acknowledgement signal.
Deactivating
The parking aid is deactivated by removing the reverse gear.
WARNING
• The parking aid is not a substitute for the driver paying proper attention
and it is always the driver's responsibility to take care when parking the
vehicle or carrying out similar manoeuvres.
• You should therefore satisfy yourself, before reversing, that there is no
small obstacle, such as a rock, thin post, trailer drawbar etc., behind your
vehicle. Such an obstacle might not be within the range detected by the
sensors.
Note
• When operating with a trailer, the parking aid is without function.
• A system fault is indicated if a warning signal sounds for about 5 seconds after
switching the ignition on and engaging reverse gear and there is no obstacle close
to your vehicle. It is possible that the audible warning does not function correctly
(an obstacle behind the vehicle may not be detected - take extra care). Have the
fault rectified by a specialist workshop.
• The sensors must be kept clean and free of ice to enable the parking aid to
operate properly.
• If the parking aid is activated and the selector lever of the automatic gearbox is
in the position , warning signal indicates interruption (vehicle can no longer
move).
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Cruise control system (CCS)*
Introduction
The cruise control system (CCS) maintains a constant speed, more than 30 km/h,
once it has been set, without you having to depress the accelerator pedal. This is
only possible within the range which is permitted by the power output and braking
power of the engine. The cruise control system makes it possible - particularly on
long journeys - for you to rest your “accelerator foot”.
WARNING
• The cruise control system must not, for safety reasons, be used in dense
traffic or on unfavourable road surfaces (such as icy roads, slippery roads or
loose chippings) - risk of accident!
• In order to prevent unintentional use of the cruis e control system, always
switch off the system after use.
Note
• Models fitted with a manual gearbox: Always depress the clutch pedal if you
switch on the cruise control system when the gearbox is in Neutral. Otherwise the
engine can rev up unintentionally.
• The cruise control system is not able to maintain a consta nt speed when driving
on steep downhill sections. The weight of the vehicle increases the speed at which
it travels. One should shift down in good time to a lower gear or slow the vehicle
down by applying the foot brake.
• It is not possible on vehicles fitted with an automatic gearbox to switch on the
cruise control system if the selector lever is in the position P, N or R.
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Storing a speed
Fig. 94 Operating lever:
Rocker button and slide
switch on the cruise
control system
The cruise control system is operated by means of the switch and
rocker button in the left lever of the multi-functional switch.
– Press the switch ⇒ fig. 94 into the position ON.
– After the desired speed has been reached, press the rocker button
B
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B
into the SET- position - the current speed is stored.
After you have released the rocker button out of the position SET-, the speed
you have just stored is maintained at a constant speed without having to depress
the accelerator.
You can increase the speed by depressing the accelerator. Releasing the acceler-
ator will cause the speed to drop again to the set speed.
This does not apply, however, if you drive at a speed which is more than 10 km/h
higher than the set speed for a period of longer than 5 minutes. The stored speed
will be cancelled in the memory. You then have to re-store the desired speed.
One can reduce the speed in the usual manner. The system is switched off temporarily by actuating the brake or clutch pedal ⇒ page 93.
B
WARNING
First ensure that it is not too high for the traffic conditions which exist at that
moment before resuming the stored speed.
Changing a stored speed
You can also change the speed of the vehicle without depressing the
accelerator.
Fas ter
– You can increase the stored speed without depressing the acceler-
ator, by pressing the rocker button ⇒ fig. 94 into the RES+ posi-
B
tion.
– The speed of the car will increase continuously if you hold the rocker
button pressed in the RES+ position. Once the car has reached the
desired speed, release the rocker button. The set speed is then stored
in the memory.
Slower
– You can decrease the stored speed by pressing the rocker button
B
in the SET- position.
– Holding down the pushbutton pressed in the SET- position will cause
the speed of the vehicle to reduce continuously. Once the car has
reached the desired speed, release the rocker button. The set speed is
then stored in the memory.
– If you release the rocker button when the car is travelling at a speed of
less than 30 km/h, the speed is not stored, the memory is erased. It is
then necessary to again store the speed with the rocker button in
B
the position SET- after an increase in speed of the vehicle to more
than 30 km/hour.
Switching off the cruise control system temporarily
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–You can switch off temporarily the cruise control system, if you
depress the brake or clutch pedal.
The set speed remains stored in the memory.
Press the rocker button in the position RES+ for the resumption of the stored
speed after releasing the clutch or brake pedal.
B
WARNING
First ensure that it is not too high for the traffic conditions which exist at t hat
moment before resuming the stored speed.
Switching off the cruise control system completely
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– Press the switch ⇒ page 92, fig. 94 to the right into position OFF.
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Automatic gearbox
6-speed automatic gearbox*
Introduction
Your car is equipped with an electronically controlled 6-speed automatic gearbox.
Shifting up and also down through the gears is performed automatically.
At the same time this is a conventional automatic gearbox. The maximum speed is
reached in the 5th gear. The 6th gear serves as an economic driving programme,
which is intended to reduce the fuel consumption.
Information for driving with an automatic gearbox
Shifting up and down through the gears is performed automatically.
You can also, however, switch the gearbox over into the Tiptronic mode.
This mode makes it possible for you to also shift gears manually
⇒ page 97.
Starting-off and Driving
– Depress the brake pedal and hold it depressed.
– Press the Shiftlock button (button in handle of the selector lever),
move the selector lever into the desired position, e.g. D ⇒ page 95,
and then release the Shiftlock button.
– Wait a moment until the gearbox has shifted (a slight engagement
nudge can be felt).
– Release the brake pedal and depress the accelerator ⇒ .
Stopping for a short time
– The selector lever position N does not have to be selected when stop-
ping just for a short time, such as at a cross roads. It is sufficient to hold
the vehicle stationary using the foot brake. The engine can, however,
be allowed just to idle.
Par king
– Depress the brake pedal and hold it depressed.
– Apply the handbrake firmly.
– Press and Shiftlock button in the selector lever, move the selector
lever to P and then release the Shiftlock button.
The engine can only be started when the selector lever is in position P or N
⇒ page 87.
It is sufficient to engage selector lever position P when parking on a flat surface.
When parking on a slope you should first apply the handbrake firmly and then
move the selector lever into position P. This is to ensure that there is no excessive
pressure acting on the lock mechanism and that it is easier to subsequently move
the selector lever out of position P.
If the selector lever position N is selected by accident while driving it is first necessary to release pressure on the accelerator pedal and wait for idling speed of the
engine to be reached before engaging a drive position in the selector lever.
WARNING
• Do not depress the accelerator when changing the position of the
selector lever if the car is stationary and the engine is running - risk of accident!
• Never move the selector lever into position R or P when driving - risk of
an accident!
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• When the engine is running and the vehicle is stationary, it is necessary
to hold the car with the brake pedal in all the positions of the selector lever
(except P and N) since the power transmission is never completely interrupted, also not when the engine is idling - the vehicle "creeps".
Selector lever positions
Fig. 95 Selector lever
Fig. 96 Information
display: Selector lever
positions
The selector lever position you have engaged is shown in the information display
of the instrument cluster with the corresponding gear symbol highlighted ⇒ fig. 96.
In the positions D and S the gear you have already engaged will be additionally
displayed on the display.
P - Parklock
The driven wheels are locked mechanically in this position.
The Parklock must only be engaged when the vehicle is stationary ⇒ .
If you wish to move the selector lever into or out of this position, you must press the
Shiftlock button in the handle of the selector lever and at the same time depress the
brake pedal.
R - Reverse
Reverse gear must only be engaged when the vehicle is stationary and the engine
idling ⇒ .
The brake pedal must be depressed and at the same time the Shiftlock must be
pressed, if you wish to obtain the selector lever positions R, P or N.
When the ignition is switched on and the selector lever is in position R, the reverse
lights will come on.
N - Neutral
The transmission is in Neutral in this position.
The brake pedal must be depressed (if the lever is in its position for longer than 2
seconds) in order to move the selector lever out of the position N into the position
D, with the ignition switched on, on a vehicle travelling at less than 5 km/hour or on
a stationary vehicle.
The brake pedal must be depressed (if the lever is in its position for longer than 2
seconds) in order to move the selector lever out of the position N into the position
R, with the ignition switched on, on a vehicle travelling at less than 5 km/hour or on
a stationary vehicle.
D - Drive, position for driving forward
When the selector lever is in this position, the forward gears are shifted up and
down automatically in line with engine load, vehicle speed and the dynamic shift
programme.
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You must depress the brake pedal ⇒ if you wish to move the selector lever into
position D from N when the vehicle is travelling at less than 5 km/hour or is
stationary.
In certain circumstances (e.g. when driving in mountainous regions or when towing
a trailer) it may be beneficial to select the manual shift programme ⇒ page 97 for a
short time in order to adapt the gearbox ratios manually to the driving situations.
S - Position for sporty style of driving
Shifting up later into a higher gear makes it possible to fully exploit the power
potential of the engine. The gearbox also then shifts down at higher engine speeds
as in the position D.
The gearbox does not shift into the 6th gear in the position S, because the
maximum speed is achieved with the 5th gear.
The Shiftlock on the selector lever grip must be pressed when moving the selector
lever out of the position D into the position S.
WARNING
• Never move the selector lever into position R or P when driving - risk of
an accident!
• When the engine is running and the vehicle is stationary, it is necessary
to hold the car with the brake pedal in all the positions of the selector lever
(except P and N) since the power transmission is never completely interrupted, also not when the engine is idling - the vehicle "creeps".
• You must on no account unintentionally operate the throttle (e.g. by
hand from the engine compartment) if a drive position is engaged when the
car is stationary. The vehicle would otherwise immediately start off - also
when the handbrake is firmly applied - risk of an accident!
• You must move the selector lever into position P and firmly apply the
handbrake first before you or any other person opens the bonnet and star ts
working on the engine when it is running - risk of acc ident! It is also essential
to observe all warnings ⇒ page 173, “Working in the engine
compartment”.
Selector lever lock
Automatic selector lever lock
With the ignition on, the selector lever is locked when it is in the positions P and N.
You must first of all depress the brake pedal in order to move the selector lever out
of this position. The warning light ⇒ page 27 lights up in the instrument cluster
as a reminder for the driver when the selector lever is in position P and N:
A time delay element ensures that the selector lever is not blocked when rapidly
switching over the position N (e.g. from R to D). This does, for example, allow one
to seesaw out a stuck vehicle. The selector lever lock will click into place if the lever
is in the N position for more than 2 seconds without the brake pedal being pressed.
The selector lever lock is only active if the vehicle is stationary or moving at speed
of les s than 5 km/hour. The lock is switched off automatically into positio n N when
the car is travelling at a higher speed.
Shiftlock button
The Shiftlock button in the handle of selector lever prevents certain selector lever
positions being engaged inadvertently. The selector lever lock is cancelled when
you press the Shiftlock button.
Kickdown function
The kickdown function provides you with maximum acceleration
power.
Depressing the accelerator pedal allows the kickdown function to be activated in
the desired driving program. This function has precedence over the driving
programme and serves for maximum acceleration of the vehicle when exploiting
the maximum power potential of the engine without taking into account the
current selector lever position (D, S or Tiptronic). The gearbox shifts down to one
or several gears in line with the driving state and the vehicle accelerates. The
gearbox does not shift up into the highest gear until the engine has reached its
maximum revolutions for this gear range.
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WARNING
Please note that using the kickdown function can result in the driven wheels
spinning on a smooth or slippery road surface - risk of skidding!
Dynamic shift programme
The automatic gearbox of your vehicle is controlled electronically. Shifting up and
down through the gears is performed automatically on the basis of pre-defined
driving programmes.
Adopting a moderate style of driving will cause the gearbox to select the most
economical driving programme. Shifting up into a higher gear as soon as possible
and shifting down as late as possible will have a favourable effect on your fuel
consumption.
Adopting a sporty style of driving with rapid movements of the accelerator pedal
combined with sharp acceleration and frequent changes in speed, exploiting the
top speed of the car or depressing the accelerator pedal (kickdown function), will
cause the gearbox to switch over to this style of driving and shift down earlier with
frequent changes in gears in comparison to the moderate style of driving.
Selecting the most appropriate driving programme for the particular style of driving
is a continuous process. Irrespective of this it is, however, possible to switch or shift
down into a dynamic shift programme by depressing the accelerator rapidly. The
gearbox shifts down into a lower gear matching the speed of the car and this allows
you to accelerate rapidly (e.g. when overtaking) without having to depress the
accelerator pedal fully into the kickdown range. The original programme will be
reactivated to match your particular style of driving once the gearbox has shifted up
again.
When driving in hilly regions, the gears are selected to match uphill and downhill
sections. This avoids the gearbox frequently shifting up and down when negotiating
an uphill stretch. When driving downhill, it is possible to shift down into the
Tiptronic position, in order to exploit the engine brake torque.
Tiptronic
The Tiptronic allows the driver to also shift gears manually.
Fig. 97 Selector lever:
Manual shifting of gears
Fig. 98 Information
display: Manual shifting
of gears
Switching over to manual shifting
– Push the selector lever to the right out of position D. As soon as the
gearbox has switched over, 6 5 4 3 2 1 appears in the display, with the
gear engaged being highlighted.
Shifting up gears
– One-touch forward of the selector lever (in the Tiptronic position)
⇒ fig. 97 .
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Shifting down gears
– One-touch back of the selector lever (in the Tiptronic position) .
It is possible to switch over to manual both when the car is stationary and also when
driving.
When you accelerate, the gearbox shifts up automatically in gears 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
into the next higher gear just before the maximum permissible engine speed is
reached.
If you select a lower gear, the automatic gearbox does not shift down until there is
no risk of the engine overrevving.
If you operate the kickdown function, the gearbox shifts into a lower gear in line
with the vehicle speed and engine speed.
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Emergency programme
An emergency programme exists in the event of a fault in the system.
The gearbox operates in a corresponding emergency programme if there are functional faults in the gearbox electronics. This is indicated by all of th e segments in the
display lighting up or going out.
It is possible to continue to move the selector lever into all the positions. In the
positions D and S the gearbox remains engaged in the 3rd gear. It is also possible to
continue to engage reverse gear in the position R.
The manual shift programme (Tiptronic) is switched off in the emergency mode.
If the gearbox has switched over to emergency mode, drive to the nearest
specialist garage in order to have the fault rectified.
Towing a vehicle
Please pay attention to the following information if it comes necessary to tow-in
your car ⇒ page 201.
Tow-starting and towing vehicle
Tow-starting a vehicle
It is not possible to tow-start or push-start vehicles fitted with automatic gearbox.
you can use jump-start cables connected to the battery of another vehicle for
starting your car if the vehicle battery is flat ⇒ page 200.
Communication
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Communication 99
Operating the radio
Fig. 99 Multi-functional
module: Buttons for the
operation of the radio
The driver can set the basic functions of the radio system by simply operating the
buttons on the multi-functional module* behind the steering wheel so that he ca n
concentrate on the traffic situation without being distracted as little as possible by
operating the radio system ⇒ fig. 99.
This applies only if your radio equipment has been installed at the factory. You can
of course operate the radio system at the appliance. You will find a description in
the operating instructions of your radio system.
By pressing the buttons, you can carry out the following functions:
Button Radio CD
Thumbwheel for stored
transmitter
forward
back
2
3
Increase volume
Decrease volume
Title search
forward
back
Button Radio CD
4
Frequency search back
Frequency search forward
6
The buttons apply for the respective operating mode of the current radio system.
Mute switch
Reading the
previous CD
Reading the
following CD
Note
The loudspeakers in the vehicle are matched to a power output of 30 W.
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