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1. Wheel rims wheels spare wheel Wheels Changing Full trim General information Load index Replacing wheels Service life of tyres Snow chains Speed symbol Storing wheels Tyre pressure Tyre sizes Tyre wear indicator Unidirectional tyres Winter tyres Window Interior mirror 101 150 148 149 138 143 147 148 138 141 139 139 144 141 139 139 139 139 141 143 62 Windows See electric power windows Windscreen washer fluid Checking 5 Replenishing 130 130 Warning light Winter 184 Index 130 Windscreen washer system 130 61 Windscreen wipers Windscreen wiper Replacing the front windscreen wiper blades Service position Windscreen wipers 158 158 61 Activating Replacing the rear window glass wiper blades Windscreen washer fluid Windscreen wipers and washers Winter operation De icing windows Snow chains Winter tyres Winter tyres See Wheels Wiper blades Wipers Maintaining wiper blades 159 130 60 143 121 144 143 143 122 122 KODA AUTO a s pursues a policy of constant product and model develop ment We trust that you will understand that changes to models in terms of shape equipment and engineering may be introduced at any time The infor mation about appearance performances dimensions weight sta
2. 580 Permissible trailer load unbraked kg a Slopes up to 12 b Slopes up to 8 1 4 Itr 90 kW TSI engine Output kW per rpm Max torque Nm per rpm Number of cylinders displacement cm 4 1390 90 5000 200 1500 4000 Performance and Weights DSG7 Top speed km h Acceleration 0 100 km h s Operating weight in kg Permissible trailer load braked kg Permissible trailer load unbraked kg Technical data 173 1 6 1 77 kW MPI engine Number of cylinders displacement cm Output kW per rpm Max torque Nm per rpm 7715600 153 3800 4 1598 Performance and Weights MG5 AG6 Top speed km h 193 192 Acceleration 0 100 km h s 10 6 11 9 Operating weight in kg 1155 1195 Permissible trailer load braked kg 1000 1200 1000 1200 570 590 Permissible trailer load unbraked kg a Slopes up to 12 b Slopes up to 8 1 6 1 66 kW TDI CR engine Output kW per rpm 66 4200 Max torque Nm per rpm 230 1500 2500 Number of cylinders displacement cm Performance and Weights Top speed km h MG5 184 186 Acceleration 0 100 km h s 12 0 Operating weight in kg 1265 1263 Permissible trailer load braked kg Permissible trailer load unbraked kg a GreenLine 174 Technical data 1200 1000 1 6 Itr 77 kW TDI CR engine Output kW per rpm Max to
3. CQ Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Locking the door without a locking cylinder 157 Unlocking the tailgate 158 Selector lever emergency unlocking 158 Locking the door without a locking cylinder g y By 1 BNH 0302 Fig 139 Emergency locking Left right rear door An emergency locking mechanism is located on the face side of the doors which have no locking cylinder it is only visible after opening the door Emergency locking Fig 139 A Cover Door locked Door unlocked Before using the emergency closing mechanism remove cover A Fig 139 After use reinstall the cover into the corresponding hole in the door After closing the locked door it cannot be opened from the outside The door is unlocked by pulling on the door opening lever and is then opened from the outside Emergency equipment and self help 157 Unlocking the tailgate Fig 140 Emergency unlocking of the boot lid BNH 0303 The luggage compartment lid can be unlocked manually if there is a fault in the central locking system Unlocking gt Fold the rear seat backrest forward page 67 gt Insert the vehicle key into the slot in the trim panel as far as it goes Fig 140 gt Unlock the lid by moving it in the direction of the arrow gt Open the boot lid Selector lever emergency unlocking Selector lever emergency un locking gt Firmly apply the handbrake gt
4. Fig 131 Attach lifting jack N Read and observe H on page 147 first Position the lifting jack below the jacking point closest to the faulty wheel Fig 130 The mounting points are located on the metal bar of the lower sill on the un derside of your vehicle Fig 130 gt Support the base plate of the jack with its full area resting on level ground and ensure that the jack is located in a vertical position at the jacking point Fig 131 A gt Position the lifting jack below the jacking point with the crank and move it up until its claw encloses the web Fig 131 B gt Continue turning up the jack until the wheel is just about lifted off the ground H WARNING Only raise the vehicle at the attachment points Choose a flat and firm surface for jacking the vehicle 150 Do it yourself Securing wheels against theft Fig 132 Principle sketch Anti theft wheel bolt with adapter N Read and observe H on page 147 first The anti theft wheel bolts can only be removed tightened with the aid of the adapter page 146 gt Remove the cover from the anti theft wheel bolt gt Insert the adapter B Fig 132 with its toothed side fully into the inner toothing of the anti theft wheel bolt A until the stop so that only the outer hexagon is jutting out gt Push the wheel wrench onto the adapter B up to the stop gt Loosen or tighten the wheel bolt page 149 gt After removing th
5. Up to four mobile phones can be paired with the hands free system whereby only one mobile phone can communicate with the hands free system The visibility of the hands free system is automatically switched off 3 minutes after the ignition is switched on and is also deactivated when the mobile phone has connected to the hands free system Restoring the visibility of the hands free system If you have not managed to connect your mobile phone with the hands free system within 3 minutes of switching on the ignition the visibility of the hands free system can be re established for 3 minutes in one of the following ways gt By turning the ignition off and on gt By turning voice control off and on gt In the MAXI DOT display under menu item Bluetooth Visibility Creating a connection with an already paired mobile phone After switching on the ignition the connection is automatically established for the already paired mobile phone Check on your mobile phone if the automatic connection has been established 1 Depending on the Bluetooth version on the mobile phone an automatically generated 6 digit PIN SSP is either displayed or the PIN 1234 has to be entered manually Some mobile phones have a menu in which the authorisation for establishing a Bluetooth connection is completed by inputting a PIN number If the authorisation input is required it must always be per formed when re establishing the Bluetooth connection On
6. Variable service interval For vehicles with variable service intervals after resetting the oil change serv ice display the values of a new service interval are displayed which are based on the previous operating conditions of the vehicle These values are then continuously matched according to the actual operating conditions of the vehicle CQ Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Unlocking locking with the remote control 46 Unlocking locking with the key 47 Safe securing system 47 Individual settings 47 Locking unlocking the vehicle from the inside 48 Child safety lock 48 Opening closing a door 49 Your car is equipped with a central locking system The central locking system allows you to lock and unlock all doors the fuel fill er flap and tailgate at the same time The safe securing system page 47 is integrated in the central locking sys tem Once the car is locked from the outside the door locks are automatically blocked by the safe securing system H The following is true after unlocking gt The doors the boot lid and the fuel filler flap are unlocked gt The interior light which is switched by the door contact comes on gt The safe securing system is switched off gt The indicator light in the driver door stops flashing gt The anti theft alarm system is deactivated The following is true after locking gt The doors t
7. A Read and observe H and H on page 163 first Removing gt Open the boot lid gt Insert the clamp for removing the wheel trims page 146 Vehicle tool kit into the hole at the position indicated by the arrow Fig 156 A gt Remove the cover in the direction of the arrow 1 Fig 156 gt Use the screwdriver from the tool kit to unscrew the lamp Fig 156 B gt Grasp the light and carefully remove with shaky movements in the direction of arrow 2 gt Pull the locking mechanism 3 Fig 157 C on the connector in the direction of the arrow gt Press the latching mechanism 4 Fig 157 and remove the connector 166 Do it yourself Installing gt Insert the connector into the lamp and lock it securely gt Insert the lamp into the mounts in the body Fig 157 D gt Carefully press the tail lamp into the body so that the bolts 2 Fig 158 on page 166 on the lamp engage into the mounts in the body Ensure that the cable bundle does not become pinched between the body and the lamp gt Screw the tail lamp into place and install the cover The cover must engage securely EE CAUTION Ensure that the cable bundle does not become pinched between the body and the lamp when it is being refitted risk of damage to the electrical instal lation and risk of water ingress f you are not sure whether the cable bundle has become pinched we recom mend th
8. TE CAUTION Damage to the paint layer on the wheel rims must be touched up immediate ly Severe layers of dirt on the wheels can also result in wheel imbalance This may show itself in the form of a wheel vibration which is transmitted to the steering wheel which in certain circumstances can cause premature wear of the steering This means it is necessary to remove the dirt Under body protection N Read and observe H and H on page 119 first The underside of your vehicle is already permanently protected by the factory against chemical and mechanical influences It is not possible to guarantee that the protective coating will not suffer any damage as the vehicle is driven 122 General Maintenance We recommend having the protective coating underneath the vehicle and the chassis checked preferably before the beginning of winter and at the end of winter E WARNING Never use additional underbody protection or anti corrosion agents for ex haust pipes catalytic converters diesel particle filters or heat shields When the engine reaches its operating temperature these substances may ignite risk of fire Wiper blades N Read and observe H and M on page 119 first Clean the wiper blades regularly with a glass cleaner The wiper blades should be cleaned with a sponge or cloth if they are heavily soiled by insect residues for example The wiper blades can become soiled with wax residues after washing in auto matic veh
9. Vehicle specific details per engine type The specified values have been determined in accordance with rules and under conditions set out by legal or technical requirements for determining operational and technical data for motor vehicles 1 2 1 55 kW MPI engine Output kW per rpm Max torque Nm per rpm Number of cylinders displacement cm 55 5400 112 3750 3 1198 MG5 1 5 13 9 1135 750 950 560 Performance and Weights Top speed km h Acceleration 0 100 km h s Operating weight in kg Permissible trailer load braked kg Permissible trailer load unbraked kg a Slopes up to 12 b Slopes up to 8 1 2 Itr 63 kW TSI engine Output kW per rpm Max torque Nm per rpm Number of cylinders displacement cm 63 4800 160 1500 3500 4 1197 MG5 183 11 8 1155 900 1100 570 Performance and Weights Top speed km h Acceleration 0 100 km h s Operating weight in kg Permissible trailer load braked kg Permissible trailer load unbraked kg a Slopes up to 12 b Slopes up to 8 172 Technical data 1 2 Itr 77 kW TSI engine Number of cylinders displacement cm Output kW per rpm Max torque Nm per rpm 77 5000 175 1550 4100 4 1197 Performance and Weights MG6 Top speed km h 195 Acceleration 0 100 km h s 10 3 Operating weight in kg 1175 Permissible trailer load braked kg 1100 1200
10. dio video or navigation system The following functions can be completed by pressing or turning the buttons wheel Fig 86 Audio sources Navigation Press Change audio source Press Switch tone off on MUTE 4 miercupt eurent navigation al nouncement Turn upwards Increase the volume Turn downwards Decrease volume Skip to next channel Skip to next track No function Press briefly Interrupt traffic report Press and hold button without function Fast forward without function Switch to previous channel Switch to start of track No function Press briefly Interrupt traffic report 0 2 2 2 3 3 4 4 Press and hold button without function Fast rewind without function Communication and multimedia 91 Button wheel Fig 86 Turn upwards Switch to the previous station and at the same time display list of saved available sta tions Audio sources Skip to next track Turn downwards Switch to the next station and at the same time display list of saved available sta tions Switch to start of track Navigation Show the option to stop navigation or display the list of recent destina tions Press briefly 4 To go to the previous track press the adjustment wheel twice or rotate it by two positions AUX and MDI inputs Fig 87 AUX input MDI input BNH 0243 Depending on the equipment your vehicle m
11. gt Move the selector lever into the desired position page 98 and then release the lock button gt Release the brake pedal and accelerate Stopping while the car is moving gt Depress the brake pedal and bring the vehicle to a stop gt Keep holding the brake pedal until driving is resumed The selector lever position N does not have to be selected when stopping for a short time such as at a cross roads Kickdown The kickdown function allows you to achieve the maximum acceleration of your vehicle while driving When the accelerator pedal is fully depressed the kickdown function is activa ted in any forward driving mode Starting off and Driving 99 The gearbox shifts down one or more gears depending on the vehicle speed and engine speed 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 E WARNING Rapid acceleration particularly on slippery roads can lead to loss of vehicle control risk of accident CO Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Driving in 100 tips for economical driving 100 The fuel consumption degree of pollution and vehicle wear depend on driving style road condition weather conditions and the like Driving in Driving in the engine The engine has to be run in during the first 1 500 kilometres During this peri od the driving style decide
12. made up roads Assist systems Braking and stabilisation systems Parking aid 50 53 53 58 59 60 61 63 63 66 68 68 75 78 80 80 85 85 89 90 93 93 95 96 97 100 101 102 102 103 Cruise Control System START STOP Hitch and trailer Hitch Trailer General Maintenance Care and maintenance Service work adjustments and technical alterations Washing vehicle Cleaning vehicle exterior Interior care Inspecting and replenishing Fuel Engine compartment Engine oil Coolant Brake fluid Vehicle battery Wheels Tyres and wheel rims Tyre control display Reserve and temporary spare wheel Winter operation Do it yourself Emergency equipment and self help Emergency equipment Changing a wheel Tyre repair Jump starting Towing the vehicle Remote control Table of Contents 104 105 108 108 Tiz 115 MNS 118 119 122 125 125 lez 130 132 133 134 138 138 141 142 143 145 145 147 151 153 154 156 Emergency unlocking locking 157 Replacing windscreen wiper blades 158 Fuses and light bulbs 159 Fuses 159 Bulbs 162 Technical data 168 Vehicle data 168 4 Table of Contents Abbreviation Engine revolutions per minute a Bluetooth software profile for a one way transfer of audio A2DP dais CO in g km ee quant
13. matic gearbox into position P gt Firmly apply the handbrake gt Uncouple any trailers gt Remove the vehicle tool kit page 146 and the spare wheel page 142 from the boot Full wheel trim N Read and observe H on page 147 first Extracting gt Hook the clamp found in the vehicle tool kit page 146 into the reinforced edge of the wheel trim gt Push the wheel wrench through the clamp support on the tyre and pull off the wheel trim Installing gt Press the wheel trim onto the wheel rim at the designated valve open ing H gt Then press the trim into the wheel rim until its entire circumference locks correctly in place TE CAUTION Use the pressure of your hand only do not strike the full wheel trim The cover could be damaged a When using the anti theft wheel bolt ensure that it is in the hole in the valve area a f wheel trims are fitted it must be ensured that an adequate flow of air is assured to cool the brake system We recommend that you use child seats from SKODA Original Accessories 148 Do it yourself Wheel bolts Fig 128 Remove the cap N Read and observe H on page 147 first Extracting gt Push the extraction pliers page 146 sufficiently far onto the cap until the inner catches of the pliers are positioned at the collar of the cap gt Remove the cap in the direction of the arrow Fig 128 Installing gt Push the cap onto the wheel bolt up to the stop Th
14. risk of accident Always secure the load with appropriate and undamaged lashing straps or tensioning straps a Distribute the load evenly over the roof rack system a When transporting heavy objects or objects which take up a large area on the roof rack system handling of the car may change as a result of the dis placement of the centre of gravity The style of driving and speed must therefore be adapted to the current circumstances a Avoid abrupt and sudden driving braking manoeuvres a The permissible roof load permissible axle loads and permissible total ve hicle weight must not be exceeded under any circumstance risk of acci dent EE CAUTION Only roof racks from the KODA Original Accessories range should be used When dealing with roof rack systems the installation instructions supplied with the roof luggage rack system must be observed On models fitted with a power sliding tilting roof ensure that the extended Sliding tilting roof does not hit any items of luggage transported on the roof a Ensure that the boot lid does not hit the roof load when opened The height of the vehicle changes after mounting a roof luggage rack system and the load that is secured to it Compare the vehicle height with available clearances such as underpasses and garage doors Always remove the roof luggage rack system before entering an automated car wash a Ensure the roof aerial is not impaired by the secured load For t
15. Average speed The average speed since the memory was last erased is displayed in km hour To determine the average speed over a certain period of time set the memory to zero at the start of the measurement page 39 Memory After erasing the memory no data will appear for the first 300 m driven The display is updated regularly while you are driving Current driving speed The current speed displayed is identical to the display on the speedometer 3 Fig 19 on page 26 Oil temperature If the engine oil temperature is in the range of 80 110 C the engine operating temperature has been reached If the oil temperature is lower than 80 C or above 110 C avoid high engine revs full throttle and high engine loads If the oil temperature is lower than 50 C or if a fault in the system for check ing the oil temperature is present symbols are displayed instead of the oil temperature 1 If no value is set the output value 30 km h is automatically displayed Warning at excessive speeds Set the speed limit e g for the maximum permissible speed in towns page 41 Warning at excessive speeds Warning at excessive speeds N Read and observe H and H on page 39 first Adjust the speed limit while the vehicle is stationary gt Select the menu item Speed warning Q or 6 gt Activate the speed limit option by confirming this menu item gt Set the desired speed limit e g 50 km h gt Store the speed
16. Brakes and parking 95 Braking Information on braking 95 Breakdown kit 151 bulb rear lamp 166 Bulb Warning light 33 Bulb failure Warning light 33 Bulbs Replacing 162 Buttons in the driver s door Electric power windows 51 C Car computer See multifunction display 39 Care and maintenance 115 Car park ticket holder 68 Carrier 78 Cavity protection 121 Central locking 45 Central locking button 48 Change Engine oil 130 Changing Front turn signal bulb 164 Wheels 147 Changing a wheel Follow up work 149 Preliminary work 147 Remove and attaching a wheel 148 Charging a vehicle battery 136 Check Fit ball head properly 110 Checking Battery electrolyte level 136 Brake fluid 134 Coolant 133 Engine oil 131 Oil level 131 Windscreen washer fluid 130 Checks Statutory checks 115 Children and safety 19 Child safety Side airbag 21 Child safety lock 48 Child seat Classification 21 ISOFIX 22 on the front passenger seat 20 TOP TETHER 23 Use of child seats 21 Use of ISOFIX child seats 22 Chrome parts see vehicle care 120 Cigarette lighter 70 cleaning chrome parts 120 Cleaning Alcantara 124 and maintaining belts 124 artificial leather 124 headlight glasses 121 materials 124 natural leather 123 plastic parts 12
17. Correct seated position for the front passenger Correct seated position for the passengers in the rear seats Examples of incorrect seated positions EN WARNING The front seats and all head restraints must be adjusted to match the body size at all times and the seat belt must always be fastened properly to provide the most effective levels of protection to the passengers a Each occupant must correctly fasten the seat belt belonging to the seat Children must be fastened page 19 Transporting children safely with a suitable restraint system a f the occupant adopts an incorrect seated position he is exposed to life threatening injuries in case he is hit by a deployed airbag oO WO 0O N 1 Not valid for sports seat 2 Not valid for sport seats E WARNING Continued a f the occupants on the rear seats are not sitting upright the risk of injury is increased due to incorrect routing of the seat belt The seat backrests must not be tilted too far back when driving as this will impair the function of the seat belts and of the airbag system risk of injury Correct seated position for the driver Fig 1 The correct distance of the driver to the steering wheel correctly adjusted head restraint N Read and observe H on page 7 first For your own safety and to reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accident the following instructions must be observed v Adjust the driver s seat in the forward back d
18. Fig 5 A until it audibly clicks into place gt Pull on the belt to check that it has engaged correctly in the lock A plastic knob in the belt webbing holds the belt tongue in a position which is easy to get hold of It is important that the belt is properly routed to ensure seat belts offer the maximum protection The shoulder part of the seat belt must never run across the neck but must roughly run over the middle of the shoulder and fit snugly against the chest The lap part of the belt must run across the pelvis must not be positioned across the stomach and must always fit snugly Fig 6 c Expectant women must also always wear a seat belt This is the only way of ensuring optimal protection for the unborn child With pregnant women the lap part of the belt must be positioned as low as possible on the pelvis to avoid exerting any pressure on the lower abdo men Fig 6 D Release Release the seat belt only when the vehicle is stationary gt Press the red button in the belt buckle Fig 5 B the lock tongue pops out gt Manually guide the belt back so that it is easier to fully roll up the webbing the seat belt does not twist EE CAUTION When releasing the seatbelt ensure that the tongue of the lock does not dam age the door trim or other parts of the interior Belt height adjustment on the front seats J Fig 7 Front seat Seat belt height ad juster I Read and o
19. Multimedia 90 Multimedia holder 72 N N1 78 Nameplate 168 Nets 76 O oil information messages 31 Oil See Engine oil 131 oil pressure information messages 31 On board computer See multifunction display 39 Operating weight 168 Operation in winter Diesel fuel 127 Vehicle battery 136 Original accessories 116 Outside temperature 40 Overview Engine compartment 129 Indicator lights 30 P Parking 96 Parking aid 103 Parking aid 103 Function 104 Parking light 53 Parking space 96 Parking vehicle Parking 96 Part replacement 115 Passive safety Before setting off 6 Driving safety 6 Safety equipment 6 Passive Safety 6 Payload 168 Pedals 97 Footmats 97 Petrol see fuel 126 Plastic parts 120 Pockets on the front seat rests 74 Polishing vehicle paint work see vehicle care 119 Power outlet 12 V 71 Power steering Warning light 32 Practical equipment Net pockets on the front seat rests 74 Reflective vest 145 Practical features 12 Volt power outlet 71 Storage pockets on the front seats 74 Waste container 71 R Radiator fan 129 Raise vehicle 149 Rear fog light 56 Warning light 33 Rear interior light 59 Rear mirror 61 Exterior mirror 62 Interior mirror 62 Refuelling 125 Fuel 125 Remote control Locking 46 Replacing the battery 157 Synchronisation process 157 Unlocking 46 Remo
20. indicator 4J0 915 105 AC y e Wea z it a aii m Aw BNH 0301 A Read and observe H and M on page 135 first On vehicles with a vehicle battery fitted with a colour indicator Fig 119 the electrolyte level can be determined by looking at the change in colour of this display Air bubbles can influence the colour of the indicator For this reason carefully knock on the indicator before carrying out the check gt Black colour electrolyte level is correct gt Colourless or light yellow colour electrolyte level too low the battery must be replaced Vehicles with a START STOP system are fitted with a battery control unit for checking the energy level for the recurring engine start We recommend that you have the acid level checked regularly by a specialist garage especially in the following cases gt High external temperatures gt Longer day trips gt After each charge Winter time The vehicle battery only has a proportion of the starting power in lower tem peratures A discharged vehicle battery may already freeze at temperatures just below 0 C We therefore recommend that you have the battery checked and if necessary recharged by a specialist garage before the start of the winter 136 General Maintenance Note a The battery acid level is also checked regularly by a specialist garage as part of the inspection service For technical reasons on vehicles with the descriptio
21. must never be connected directly to the negative pole of the vehicle battery but only to the engine earth gt 1 2 1 63 kW TSI and 1 2 1 77 kW TSI engines Fig 135 A gt 1 41 90 kW engine Fig 135 B gt 1 6 77 kW TDI CR engine Fig 135 CQ Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Front towing eye 155 Rear towing eye 156 Vehicles with a tow hitch 156 Vehicles with manual transmission may be towed in with a tow bar or a tow rope or with the front or rear wheels raised Vehicles with automatic transmission may be towed in with a tow bar or a tow rope or with the front wheels raised If the vehicle is raised at rear the auto matic gearbox is damaged When towing the following guidelines must be observed Driver of the tow vehicle gt Engage the clutch gently when starting off or depress the accelerator partic ularly gently if the vehicle is fitted with an automatic gearbox gt Only then approach correctly when the rope is taut The maximum towing speed is 50 km h Driver of the towed vehicle gt Switch on the ignition so that the steering wheel is not locked and so that the turn signal lights horn windscreen wipers and windscreen washer sys tem can be used gt Take the vehicle out of gear or move the selector lever into position N if the vehicle is fitted with an automatic gearbox Please note that the brake servo unit and power steering only o
22. refer to the operating instructions for the Amundsent navigation system CO Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Dialogue 89 Voice commands 90 Dialogue BIT 0173 Fig 85 Multifunction steering wheel Voice control The period of time during which the system is ready to receive voice com mands and to carry them out is called dialogue The system gives audible feedback and guides you through the relevant functions if necessary Optimum understanding of the voice commands depends on several factors gt Speak at a normal volume without intonation or excessive pauses gt Avoid poor pronunciation gt Close the doors windows and sliding roof in order to reduce or eliminate dis turbing noise from outside gt It is recommended to speak louder at higher speeds so that your voice is louder than the increased surrounding noise gt During the dialogue limit background noise in the vehicle e g passengers talking at the same time gt Do not speak when the system is making an announcement Communication and multimedia 89 The microphone for voice control is housed in the moulded headliner and di rected towards the driver and front passenger Therefore the driver and the front passenger can operate the equipment Entering a phone number The telephone number can be entered as a continuous sequence of numbers spoken one after the other the whole number at once or in
23. size rolling circumference and tread pattern on all four wheels For reasons of driving safety do not replace tyres individually Never exceed the maximum permissible load bearing capacity of moun ted tyres Never exceed the maximum permissible speed for the mounted tyres An incorrect wheel alignment at the front or rear impairs handling Unusual vibrations or pulling of the vehicle to one side could be a sign of tyre damage If there is any doubt that a wheel is damaged immediately re duce your speed and stop If no external damage is evident drive slowly and carefully to the nearest specialist garage to have the vehicle checked a Only use tyres or wheel rims that have been approved by KODA for your model of vehicle Failure to observe this instruction will adversely affect the road safety of your vehicle D WARNING Information regarding tyre damage or wear Never use tyres if you do not know anything about the condition and age Never drive with damaged tyres Immediately replace damaged wheel rims or tyres E WARNING Continued a You must have your tyres replaced with new ones at the latest when the wear indicators have been worn down Worn tyres impair necessary adhesion to the road surface particularly at high speeds on wet roads This could lead to aquaplaning uncontrolled vehicle movement swimming on a wet road surface CAUTION Protect the tyres from contact with oil
24. the paintwork of your vehicle the more detrimental their destructive effect can be High temperatures such as those caused by intensive sun s rays ac centuate this caustic effect It is essential to also thoroughly clean the underside of the vehicle at the end of the winter E WARNING When washing your vehicle in the winter Water and ice in the braking sys tem can affect the braking efficiency risk of accident EE CAUTION The temperature of the water used for cleaning must not exceed 60 C risk of damaging the vehicle For the sake of the environment Only wash the vehicle at washing bays intended for this purpose 118 General Maintenance Washing by hand A Read and observe H and H on page 118 first Soak the dirt with plenty of water and rinse as well as possible Clean the vehicle with a soft sponge a washing glove or a washing brush Work from the top to the bottom starting with the roof For stubborn dirt agents specifically intended for this purpose are to be used Wash out the sponge or washing glove thoroughly at short intervals Clean wheels door sills and similar parts last Use a second sponge for such areas Give the vehicle a good rinse after washing it and dry it off using a chamois leather EH WARNING Protect your hands and arms from sharp edged metal parts when cleaning the underfloor or the inside of the wheel housings or the wheel trims risk of cuts EE CAUTION Only apply slight
25. 153 Do not warm up the engine while the vehicle is stationary If possible start your journey as soon as the engine has started Through this the engine rea ches its operating temperature faster Electronic immobilizer N Read and observe H and H on page 93 first The electronic immobilizer makes a possible attempted theft or unauthorized use of your vehicle more difficult An electronic chip is integrated in the head of the key The immobiliser is deac tivated with the aid of this chip when the key is inserted in the ignition lock The electronic immobiliser is automatically activated when the ignition key is withdrawn from the lock The engine will not start if a non authorized ignition key is used The following message is shown in the information cluster display Immobilizer active 8 IMMOBILIZER Lock unlock steering lock A Read and observe H and M on page 93 first The steering lock steering lock deters any attempted theft of your vehicle Locking gt Withdraw the ignition key gt Turn the steering wheel to the left or right until the steering lock clicks into place Unlocking gt Insert the key into the ignition lock gt Switch on the ignition page 94 Starting off and Driving 93 The vehicle is unlocked If the ignition switch cannot be turned on then turn the steering wheel back and forth slightly and thereby unlock the steering lock Switch on the ignition and start the engine
26. 96 Parking 96 E WARNING Greater physical effort is required for braking when the engine is switch ed off risk of accident The clutch pedal must be actuated when braking on a vehicle with man ual transmission when the vehicle is in gear and at low revs Otherwise the functionality of the brake system may be impaired risk of accident When leaving the vehicle never leave persons who might for example release the handbrake or take the vehicle out of gear unattended in the ve hicle The vehicle could then start to move risk of accident Observe the recommendations on the new brake pads page 100 New brake pads EE CAUTION Never let the brakes slip with light pressure on the pedal if braking is not nec essary This causes the brakes to overheat and can also result in a longer brak ing distance and excessive wear Information on braking A Read and observe H and H on page 95 first Wear and tear The wear of the brake pads is dependent on the operating conditions and driv ing style The brake pads wear more quickly if a lot of journeys are completed in towns and over short distances or if a very sporty style of driving is adopted Under these severe conditions the thickness of the brake pads must also be checked by a specialist garage between service intervals Wet roads or road salt The performance of the brakes can be delayed as the brake discs and brake pads may be moist or have a coating of ice or la
27. Checking the level gt Check the coolant level in the coolant expansion tank Fig 116 If the engine is warm the test result may be inaccurate The level can also be above the mark A Fig 116 In case of low coolant level in the instrument cluster a check mark is shown and the corresponding message page 32 We still recommend inspecting the coolant level directly at the reservoir from time to time Loss of coolant A loss of coolant is first and foremost an indication of a leak in the cooling sys tem Do not merely top up the coolant Have the cooling system checked by a specialist garage Replenishing N Read and observe H and H on page 132 first gt Place a cloth over the cap of the coolant expansion tank and unscrew the cap carefully gt Replenish the coolant gt Turn the cap until it clicks into place EE CAUTION Only top up with new coolant Do not use an alternative additive if the specified coolant is not available In this case use just water and have the correct mixing ratio of water and cool ant additive restored by a specialist garage as soon as possible CQ Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Checking the brake fluid level 134 Specification 134 The brake fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment Fig 117 on page 134 WARNING The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area The following warning instructions mu
28. H on page 105 first When the engine is off the system can automatically start the engine before the desired journey continues Some possible reasons for this are gt The vehicle begins to roll e g on a slope gt The brake pedal has been actuated several times gt The current consumption is too high Manually deactivating activating the system Fig 99 Button for the START STOP sys tem Ql Read and observe H on page 105 first Deactivating activating gt Press the symbol button amp Fig 99 When start stop mode is deactivated the warning light in the button lights up d Note If the system is deactivated when the engine is turned off automatically then the automatic start process takes place Information messages A Read and observe H on page 105 first The warning icons are indicated in the display of the instrument cluster Start engine manually START MANUALLY One of the conditions for automatic engine start is not satisfied or the driver s seat belt is not fastened The engine must be started manually Error Start Stop ERROR START STOP A system error is present Seek help from a specialist garage Assist systems 107 CQ Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Description 108 Adjusting the ready position 109 Fitting the ball head 109 Check proper fitting 110 Removing the ball head 111 Use and care 11 If your vehicle has a
29. Lists of dialled numbers missed calls etc After this command a telephone number can be entered to establish a connection with the reques ted party After this command the system calls the last dial led number DIAL NUMBER REDIAL Play music from the mobile phone or another paired device After this command the system offers additional context dependent commands MUSIC FURTHER OPTIONS SETTINGS CANCEL Selection for setting Bluetooth dialogue etc The dialogue is ended a On vehicles fitted with the Amundsen navigation system this function can be accessed via the naviga tion system menu refer to the operating instructions for the Amundsen navigation system If a voice command is not detected the system answers with Sorry and a new entry can be completed After the 2nd error the system repeats the aid After the 3rd error the answer Cancelled is given and the dialogue is ended Store voice recording of a contact If automatic name recognition does not work reliably for some contacts you can choose to save your own voice tag for the contact in the Phone book Voice tag Record menu item Your own voice entry can also be saved using the voice control in the menu FURTHER OPTIONS CO Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Music playback via Bluetooth 91 Operating the radio and navigation system on the multifunction
30. R or N from being acci dentally selected Manual shifting of gears Tiptronic Fig 93 Selector lever A Read and observe H and M on page 97 first Tiptronic mode makes it possible to manually shift gears on the selector lever This mode can be selected both while stopping and while driving The currently selected gear is indicated in the display Fig 91 on page 98 The gearshift indicator must be observed when changing gear page 38 Switching to manual shifting gt Push the gear selector from mode D towards the right or left in a right hand drive vehicle Shifting up gears gt Push the selector lever forwards Fig 93 Shifting down gears gt Push the selector lever backwards Fig 93 Note It may be beneficial for example when travelling downhill to use manual shifting of gears Shifting to a lower gear reduces the load on the brakes and hence the wear on the brakes page 95 Information on braking a When accelerating the gearbox automatically shifts up into the higher gear just before the maximum permissible engine speed is reached a f a lower gear is selected the gearbox does not shift down until there is no risk of the engine overrevving Starting off and driving A Read and observe H and M on page 97 first Starting off gt Start the engine gt Firmly depress and hold the brake pedal gt Press the lock button in the direction of to arrow Fig 92 on page 98 and hold
31. Remove the tow bar from the mounting recess downwards and in the direc tion of the arrow 5 At the same time the tow bar latches into the ready position and is therefore ready to be re inserted into the mounting recess M gt Attach the cover for the mounting recess 4 Fig 100 on page 108 E WARNING Never allow the tow bar to remain unsecured in the boot This could cause damage on sudden braking and could put the safety of the occu pants at risk Never remove the tow bar while the trailer is still coupled EE CAUTION a f the handwheel is not turned all the way to the stop then it will return to its initial position when the tow bar is removed and will rest on the tow bar and not engage into the ready position The tow bar will then need to be brought into this position before the next time it is fitted The mounting recess must be closed with the cover following removal This prevents foreign bodies from getting into the mounting recess Note We recommend putting the protective cover onto the ball head before re moving the tow bar Clean any dirt from the tow bar before stowing it away in the box with the vehicle tool kit Use and care A Read and observe H and M on page 108 first Close the mounting recess with the cover to prevent any dirt from getting in Always check the tow bar before hitching a trailer Apply suitable grease where necessary Use the protective cover when stowing away t
32. Vehicles with the START STOP system and automatic gearbox The engine will not start if the brake pedal is not depressed The following message is shown in the information cluster display Q Depress brake to start BRAKE FI Note The engine running noises may louder at first be louder for a short time after Starting the cold engine This is quite normal and is not an operating problem a You should not switch on any major electrical components during the heat ing period otherwise the vehicle battery will be drained unnecessarily Switching off the engine N Read and observe H and on page 93 first gt Stop the vehicle page 96 Parking gt Turn the light switch to position 1 Fig 88 on page 94 The engine and the ignition are switched off simultaneously For vehicles with automatic transmission the ignition key can only be removed if the selector lever is in position P TE CAUTION Do not switch the engine off immediately at the end of your journey after the engine has been operated over a prolonged period at high loads but leave it to run at an idling speed for about 1 minute This prevents any possible accumula tion of heat when the engine is switched off FF Note After switching off the ignition the radiator fan may intermittently continue to operate for approx 10 minutes CQ Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Information on braking 95 Handbrake
33. ae phone The hands free system is visible to other devices gt Switch on the ignition A multimedia unit is connected to the hands free system gt Select the Phone New user menu in the MAXI DOT display and wait until the hands free system has completed the search gt Select the phone you wish to connect from the list of units found gt Confirm the PIN The following steps must be carried out for pairing gt Activate Bluetooth and the visibility of your mobile phone on your tele a This function is only supported by some mobile phones 1 On vehicles fitted with the Amundsen navigation system this function can be accessed via the naviga tion system menu refer to the operating instructions for the Amundsent navigation system 2 Depending on the Bluetooth version on the mobile phone an automatically generated 6 digit PIN SSP is either displayed or the PIN 1234 has to be entered manually Communication and multimedia 87 gt If the hands free system announces as standard SKODA_BT on the display of the mobile phone enter the PIN within 30 seconds and wait until the connection is established gt To finish pairing in the MAXI DOT display confirm the creation of the new user profile If there is no free space available to create a new user profile delete an exist ing user profile During the connecting procedure no other mobile phone may be connected with the hands free system
34. and climbing a steep hill the fuel gauge indi cates approx a fraction less When stopping or during less dynamic driving the fuel gauge displays the correct fuel level again This is not a fault The arrow gt next to the icon R within the fuel gauge displays the installation location of the fuel filler on the right hand side of the vehicle Counter for distance driven In trip mS A AAA ILILILIkm Fig 23 Display Segment display MAXI DOT display krri 633 AN Read and observe H on page 26 first AGT 96 3 BNH 0172 Display Fig 23 A Counter for distance travelled trip Odometer Counter for distance travelled trip The counter indicates the distance you have driven since it was last reset in steps of 100 metres or 1 10 of a mile Reset counter for distance travelled trip gt Press and hold the 6 Fig 19 on page 26 button Odometer The odometer indicates the total distance which the vehicle has been driven Note If the second speed display is enabled on vehicles with a segment display this speed will be shown instead of the odometer AN Read and observe H on page 26 first Use buttons 5 and 6 to set the clock Fig 19 on page 26 5 The choice to change the display hours or minutes 6 The change of the displayed value In vehicles equipped with the MAXI DOT display it is also possible to set the Time in the Time menu page 42 Display of the second speed N Re
35. as soon as possible Replace the damaged wheel or consult a specialist garage about repair op tions E WARNING a If it is established when changing a wheel that the wheel bolts are corro ded and difficult to move then these must be replaced a Drive cautiously and only at a moderate speed until the tightening torque has been checked Loosening tightening wheel bolts Fig 129 Changing a wheel Loosening the wheel bolts 1 Use the appropriate adapter for undoing and tightening the anti theft wheel bolts page 150 N Read and observe H on page 147 first Release gt Push the wheel wrench onto the wheel bolt to the stop gt Grasp the end of the wrench and turn the bolt about one turn in the direction of the arrow Fig 129 Tightening gt Push the wheel wrench onto the wheel bolt to the stop gt Grasp the end of the wrench and turn the bolt against the direction of the arrow Fig 129 until it is tight EN WARNING Undo the wheel bolts only a little about one turn provided that the vehi cle has not yet been jacked up Otherwise the wheel could become loose and fall off a f it proves difficult to undo the bolts carefully apply pressure to the end of the wrench with your foodt Keep hold of the vehicle when doing so and make sure you keep your footing Raise vehicle Fig 130 Jacking points for positioning lifting jack x gt BNH 0276 Emergency equipment and self help 149
36. but this results in a slight loss in performance and slightly increased fuel consumption In case of an emergency you can refuel with petrol with the octane ratings 91 92 or 93 RON if unleaded fuel with octane rating 98 RON or 95 RON is not available M 1 In Germany also DIN 51626 1 or E10 for unleaded petrol with octane number 91 or 95 or DIN 51626 2 or E5 for unleaded petrol with octane number 95 and 98 126 General Maintenance Fuel additives Unleaded petrol in accordance with the EN 228 standard meets all the condi tions for a smooth running engine We therefore recommend that no fuel ad ditives are used This can result in considerable damage to parts of the engine or the exhaust system EE CAUTION Even filling the tank with petrol that does not meet the standards once can lead to serious damage to parts of the exhaust system a If a fuel other than unleaded fuel which complies to the above mentioned standards e g leaded petrol is used by mistake do not start the engine or switch on the ignition Extensive damage to engine parts can occur CAUTION a f in an emergency the vehicle has to be refuelled with petrol of a lower oc tane number than the one prescribed the journey must only be continued at medium engine speeds and a low engine load Driving at high engine revs ora high engine load can severely damage the engine Refuel using petrol of the prescribed octane number as soon as possible Engine p
37. compartments nor in the drinks holders the vehicle occupants could be endangered if there is sud den braking or the vehicle collides with something Ash cigarettes cigars and the like may only be placed in the ashtray 68 Using the system Car park ticket holder Fig 57 Parking ticket holder Pai a N Read and observe H on page 68 first The note holder Fig 57 is designed e g for attaching car park tickets U WARNING The attached note has to always be removed before starting off in order not to restrict the driver s vision stowage compartments in the doors Fig 58 Storage compartment in the front door in the rear door N Read and observe H on page 68 first Storage compartments Fig 58 A Storage compartment in the front doors Bottle compartment in the front doors Storage compartment in the rear doors D Bottle compartment in the rear doors E WARNING In order to ensure that the operating range of the side airbag is not im paired area A Fig 58 of the storage compartment must only be used for storing objects that do not protrude FF Note In area B of the storage compartment of the front doors a bottle can be housed with a max content of 1 5 I In area D of the storage compartment of the rear doors a bottle with a max content of 0 5 can be stored Storage compartment in the centre console BNH 0232 Fig 59 Non lockable compartment front rear N Read and obser
38. displayed on the multifunction display The multifunction display only operates when the ignition is switched on After the ignition is switched on the function that was last selected before switch ing off the ignition is displayed For vehicles with a MAXI DOT display the menu item MFD must be selected and confirmed in the main menu page 42 MAXI DOT display On vehicles with a MAXI DOT display there is an option to fade out some of the information page 42 Settings WARNING Concentrate fully on your driving at all times As the driver you are fully responsible for the operation of your vehicle Even at outside temperatures of around 4 C black ice may still be present on the road surface You should therefore not rely solely on the outside temperature display for an indication of whether there is black ice on the road EE CAUTION Pull out the ignition key if coming in contact with the display e g when clean ing to prevent any possible damage Note In certain national versions the displays appear in the Imperial system of measures a If the display of the second speed is activated in mph the current speed is not indicated in km h on the display a The amount of fuel consumed will not be indicated Memory 14 18 Fig 26 Multi function display memory display Rychlost s Om 2AE A Read and observe H and M on page 39 first In memory the values of elements of the multifunction displa
39. driver or front passenger to unlock the car by pressing the central locking button 8 Locked doors prevent unwanted entry into the vehicle The vehicle doors can be unlocked and opened at any time by pulling once on the door opening lever Unlocking and opening 47 EF Note Individual settings can be carried out in a specialist workshop Locking unlocking the vehicle from the inside Fig 30 Central locking button A Read and observe H and H on page 45 first When the vehicle has not been locked from outside the Fig 30 button can be used to unlock or lock the vehicle Unlocking locking Fig 30 Ifthe icon in the button is lit the vehicle is locked The central locking system also operates if the ignition is switched off The following applies if your vehicle has been locked using the central locking button gt Opening the doors and the boot lid from the outside is not possible gt The doors can be unlocked and opened from the inside by a single pull on the opening lever of the respective door gt 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 WARNING Doors locked from the inside make it difficult for rescuers to get into the vehicle in an emergency risk to life a If the Safelock system is switched on page 47 the door opening levers and the central locking buttons do not oper
40. driver s door 101 169 169 172 101 100 100 100 101 101 112 100 100 103 51 Button in the rear door 52 Buttons in the driver s door 52 Electronic Differential Lock EDL Electronic immobilizer 103 93 Electronic Stability Control ESC Emergency Changing a wheel Hazard warning light system 102 147 57 jump starting Jump starting Locking the door without a locking cylinder __ Selector lever unlocking Towing the using the tow hitch Towing the vehicle Tyre repair Unlocking the tailgate emergency equipment reflective vest 154 153 157 158 156 154 151 158 145 Emergency equipment Fire extinguisher 146 First aid kit 145 Jack 146 Vehicle tool kit 146 Warning triangle 145 emergency wheel 142 Emissions 169 Engine Switching off the engine 94 Engine compartment 127 Brake fluid 134 Overview 129 Vehicle battery 134 Engine number 168 engine oil information messages 31 specification 131 Engine oil 130 change 130 Checking 131 Replenishing 132 warning light 31 Environment 100 EPC Warning light 34 ESC Function 102 Warning light 32 Exhaust inspection system Warning light 34 F Fastening elements 76 Films 120 Fire extinguisher 146 First aid kit 145 Flashing 55 Fog lights 56 36 Warning light Fog lights with
41. ensured that the air supply to the front wheel brakes is not reduced The front brakes may overheat which can have a negative impact on the functioning of the braking system risk of accident Airbags A Read and observe H on page 115 first The system components of the airbag system can be situated in the front bumper doors front seats roof lining or body D Subject to fulfilment of the national legal requirements E WARNING Any work on the airbag system including the installation and removal of system components due to other repair work e g removal of the steering wheel must only be carried out by a specialist garage Modifications repairs and technical alterations that have been carried out unprofessionally can cause damage and operational faults and can also se riously impair the effectiveness of the airbag system risk of accident and fatal injury The airbag system must then be replaced if the airbag has been deployed Airbag modules cannot be repaired H WARNING Information on the use of the airbag system a It is prohibited to manipulate individual parts of the airbag system as this might result in the airbag being deployed Never install any airbag parts into the vehicle that have been removed from old cars or have been recycled Never install damaged airbag parts in the vehicle The airbags may then not be deployed properly or even at all in the event of an accident No modifications of any kind mus
42. fold the seat backrest for wards The luggage compartment can be increased in size by folding the seat backr ests forward The seat backrests can also be folded forward individually on ve hicles with divided rear seats 1 Ifthe front seats are too far back we recommend that you have the rear head restraints removed before the seat backrests are folded forward Store the removed head restraints in such a way that they are not be damaged or soiled Folding forward Before folding the seat backrests forwards adapt the position of the front seats in such a way that they are not damaged by the folded seat backrests gt Put the belt tongue into the opening A Fig 56 insert into the side cladding safety position gt Press the release lever B and fold the back seat rest forward in the direc tion of the arrow Folding backwards gt If you removed the head restraint you need to reinsert it with the backrest tilted slightly forwards gt Then push the seat backrest back into the upright position until the locking button B clicks into place check by pulling on the seat backrest H gt Make sure that the red pin C is hidden E WARNING The seat belts and the belt locks must be in their original position after folding back the seat backrests they must be ready to use The seat backrests must be securely locked in position so that no objects in the luggage compartment can slide into the passenger compartmen
43. following light depending on the equipment fitted gt Parking lights gt Low beam gt Entry lighting in the exterior mirrors gt Licence plate light COMING HOME The daytime running lights are switched on automatically if the following conditions are met JV The light switch is in position AUTO Fig 38 on page 55 v The visibility in the vehicle environment is reduced v The ignition is switched off Jv The function was activated before leaving the vehicle by briefly switching on the headlight flasher page 55 Turn signal and main beam v The driver s door was open within 60 seconds after turning off the igni tion The light goes out 10 seconds after closing all of the doors and the boot lid If a door or the boot lid remains open the light goes out after 60 seconds LEAVING HOME The daytime running lights are switched on automatically if the following conditions are met JV The light switch is in position AUTO Fig 38 on page 55 v The visibility in the vehicle environment is reduced v The ignition is switched off vV The vehicle was unlocked with the radio remote control The light goes off after 10 seconds or when locking the vehicle TE CAUTION Do not attach any stickers or similar objects in front of the light sensor on the windscreen to avoid impairing the function or its reliability a If this function is activated the battery will be heavily discharged particularly in short haul traff
44. grease and fuel Replace lost valve caps a f in the event of a puncture it is necessary to fit a spare wheel with a tyre without a dedicated running direction or with the opposite direction of rota tion drive carefully as the optimal characteristics of the tyre are no longer ap plicable in this situation For the sake of the environment Tyres that are insufficiently inflated increase your fuel consumption F Note We recommend that any work on the wheels or tyres be carried out by a spe cialist garage We recommend that you use wheel rims tyres full wheel trims and snow chains from SKODA Original Accessories Service life of tyres Fig 120 Principle sketch Replace tire tread with wear indicators wheels 1 Valid for some vehicles Kla 6ap KMa 6ap B tte Fig 121 Open the fuel filler flap with a table of tyre sizes and tyre pres sures inflate tyres A Read and observe H and M on page 138 first The service life of tyres depends on the inflation pressure driving style and other circumstances Sticker with prescribed tyre inflation pressure values Fig 121 A Position of the CNG label Standard filling for half load Comfort inflation pressure for half load D Standard filling pressure for a full load Following the advice below can extend the service life of your tyres Tyre pressure Check the tyre pressure including that of the spare wheel at least once a month and also befor
45. gt Attach clamp 3 to the negative terminal of the battery supplying power B gt Attach the clamp 4 to a solid metal component firmly connected to the en gine block or to the engine block itself Starting engine gt Start the engine on the vehicle providing the power and allow it to idle gt Start the engine of the vehicle with the discharged battery gt If the engine does not start halt the attempt to start the engine after 10 sec onds and wait for 30 seconds before repeating the process gt Disconnect the cables in exactly the reverse order to the one described above Both batteries must have a rated voltage of 12 V The capacity Ah of the bat tery supplying the power must not be significantly less than the capacity of the discharged battery in your vehicle Jump start cables Only use jump start cables which have an adequately large cross section and insulated terminal clamps Observe the instructions of the jumper lead manu facturer Positive cable colour coding in the majority of cases is red 154 Do it yourself Negative cable colour coding in the majority of cases is black Jump starting in vehicles with the START STOP system J O 3 Y amp tga a b J P wd is Sy CNG S DA eae Fig 135 Engine earth START STOP system N Read and observe H and H on page 153 first On vehicles with the START STOP system the jump start cable of the charger
46. headlights must be added to the windscreen washer fluid Do not remove the filter from the windscreen washer fluid reservoir when re filling as this may cause contamination of the liquid transportation system leading in turn to a windscreen washer system malfunction CO Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Specification 131 Checking the oil level 131 Replenishing 132 The engine has been factory filled with a high grade oil that can be use throughout the year except in extreme climate zones The engine oils are undergoing continuous further development Thus the in formation stated in this Owner s Manual is only correct at the time of publica tion KODA Service Partners are informed about the latest changes by the manu facturer We therefore recommend that the oil change be completed by a SKODA Service Partner The specifications VW standards stated in the following can be indicated sep arately or together with other specifications on the bottle The engine oil should be changed after specified service intervals page 43 E WARNING The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area The following warning instructions must be followed at all times when working in the en gine compartment page 127 CAUTION Do not pour any additives into the engine oil risk of serious damage to the engine parts Note Before a long drive we recommend that you purchas
47. in the event of minor frontal collisions side and rear end collisions in the case of a rollover and also not in accidents in which no major forces are produced from the front U WARNING Any work on the belt tensioner system including removal and installation of system components because of other repair work must only be carried out by a specialist garage The protective function of the system is only adequate for a single acci dent If the belt tensioners have been deployed it is then necessary to re place the entire system Note Smoke is generated when the belt tensioners are deployed This is not an in dication of a fire in the vehicle When disposing of the vehicle or parts of the belt tensioner system it is im portant to comply with national legal requirements SKODA service partners are familiar with these regulations and will be able to provide you with de tailed information Seatbelts 13 CQO Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects System description 14 Airbag deployment 14 HE WARNING An airbag can only offer you optimal protection in combination with a fastened seat belt The airbag is not a substitute for the seat belt but instead forms part of the complete passive vehicle safety concept a TO ensure passengers are protected with the greatest possible effect when the airbag is deployed the front seats must be correctly adjusted to match the bod
48. injury FF Note For the sports seats the head restraints are integrated into the front seat backrests These headrests cannot be removed Seats andhead restraints 65 CQ Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Front seat heating 66 Front armrest 66 Rear armrest 67 Seat backrests 67 Front seat heating Fig 53 Buttons for heating the front seats BNH 0024 The seat backrests and seats can be heated electrically The seat heating can only be switched on when the engine is running Buttons for the seats heating Fig 53 a Left seat heating Right seat heating Switching on gt Press the corresponding symbol button or Fig 53 Pressing once switches the seat heating on at its maximum level With repeated pressing of the switch the intensity of the heating is reduced until it is switched off The level of the seat heating is indicated by the number of illuminated warning lights in the switch 66 Using the system H WARNING If as an Occupant you have a subdued pain and or temperature sensitivity e g through medication paralysis or because of chronic illness e g diabe tes we recommend you do not use seat heating on the driver or front pas senger 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 dis
49. lights on and off page 55 Switching on the parking light or parking lights page 58 z0 Turn on the low beam Lights and visibility 53 Light switch positions pulling the switch A 4 Switch on the front fog lamp page 56 Q Switching on the rear fog light page 56 20 Headlight range control knob Turning the rotary switch from the position in 3 gradually adjusts the head light range control and thereby shortens the light cone The positions of the width of illumination correspond approximately to the fol lowing car load Front seats occupied boot empty All seats occupied boot empty All seats occupied boot loaded Driver seat occupied boot loaded w N We recommend you adjust the headlight beam when the low beam is switched on E WARNING Always adjust the headlight beam to meet the following conditions a The vehicle does not dazzle other road users especially oncoming vehi cles a The beam range is sufficient for safe driving Note An audible warning signal will sound if the light switch is in the or ZO posi tion the ignition key is removed and the driver s door is opened The audible warning signal is switched off after a few seconds or as a result of door con tact when the driver s door is closed However the side lights remain on to illu minate the parked vehicle if necessary If leaving the vehicle without needing the parking lights on always turn the light switch to posit
50. limit by confirming the set value or wait several seconds your settings will be saved automatically The speed limit can be adjusted from 30 km h to 250 km h in 5 km h incre ments Adjusting the speed limit while the vehicle is moving gt Select the menu item Speed warning Q or 8 gt Drive at the desired speed e g 50 km h gt Confirm the current speed as the speed limit If you wish to adjust the set speed limit you can do so in 5 km h intervals e g the accepted speed of 47 km h increases to 50 km h or decreases to 45 km h gt Store the speed limit or wait several seconds your settings will be saved au tomatically Change or disable speed limit gt Select the menu item Speed warning Q or 8 gt By confirming the stored value the speed limit is disabled gt By reconfirming the option to change the speed limit is activated If the set speed limit is exceeded an audible signal will sound as a warning The menu item Speed warning MAXI DOT display or Segment display ap pears in the display at the same time as the set threshold The set speed limit value remains stored even after switching off the ignition Information system 41 CQ Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Main menu 42 Settings 42 Compass point display 43 The MAXI DOT display provides you with information about the current operat ing state of your vehicle Depending o
51. monitor and towing protection 50 The anti theft alarm system increases the level of protection against people trying to break into the vehicle The alarm system triggers audible and visual signals if an attempt is made to break into the vehicle hereafter referred to only as alarm When is the alarm triggered gt Opening the bonnet gt Opening the boot lid gt Opening the doors gt Manipulation of the ignition lock gt Vehicle inclination page 50 gt Movement in the vehicle page 50 gt Sudden and significant voltage drop of the electrical system gt Uncoupling the trailer page 112 Driving with a trailer gt Unlocking the driver s door with the key using the lock cylinder if subse quently within 15 s the ignition is not turned on For some countries that the alarm is triggered immediately after unlocking Switching off the alarm The alarm is switched off by unlocking the vehicle or switching on the ignition EE CAUTION Before leaving the vehicle check that the doors and windows are closed in or der to ensure that the alarm system is fully operational F Note The working life of the alarm siren is 5 years Unlocking and opening 49 Activating deactivating N Read and observe on page 49 first Activating The alarm system is activated automatically approximately 30 seconds after the vehicle is locked If the vehicle is unlocked and a door or the boot lid not opened within t
52. observed when using child seats One should never carry children and also not babies on one s lap a Never leave children unattended in the vehicle Certain outside climatic conditions can cause life threatening temperatures in the vehicle The child must be secured in the vehicle during the entire journey Other wise the child would be thrown through the vehicle in the event of an acci dent causing fatal injuries to both the child and other occupants Transporting children safely 19 E WARNING Continued Children are exposed to an increased risk of injury in the event of an acci dent if they lean forward or adopt an incorrect seated position when the vehicle is moving This particularly applies to children who are transported on the front passenger seat as they can suffer severe or even fatal injuries if the airbag system is deployed a Pay particular attention to the information provided by the manufacturer of the child safety seat regarding the correct routing of the belt Seat belts which are not correctly adjusted can themselves cause injuries even in mi nor accidents a Safety belts must be checked to ensure that they are running properly One should also ensure that the belt is not damaged by sharp edged fit tings The front passenger airbag must be deactivated if using a rear facing child seat on the front passenger seat Further information page 20 Use of a child seat on the front passenger seat C
53. of interruption of driving of 2 hours The following values of the selected memory are set to zero gt Average fuel consumption gt Distance driven gt Average speed gt Driving time Note Disconnecting the vehicle battery will delete all memory data 1 On some models in certain countries the display appears in kilometres litre 2 On some models in certain countries km ltr is displayed when the vehicle is stationary 40 Using the system Information overview N Read and observe H and H on page 39 first The information overview of the Multifunction Display the number of items displayed is different depending on equipment Outside temperature The current outside temperature is displayed For vehicles with a MAXI DOT display this information is always shown Driving time The time travelled since the memory was last erased is displayed If you want to measure the time travelled from a particular moment in time reset the memory to zero at that point in time page 39 Memory The maximum time indicated in both memories is 19 hours and 59 minutes 6 and 99 hours and 59 minutes 9 The indicator is set back to zero if this period is exceeded Current fuel consumption The current fuel consumption level is displayed in litres 100 km You can use this information to adapt your driving style to the desired fuel consumption The display appears in litres hour if the vehicle is stationary or driving at a l
54. on again If the warning light flashes again after re starting the engine then the help of a professional service provider must be sought immediately Further information page 142 Setting Note If the vehicle battery has been disconnected and then reconnected the indica tor light 1 comes on after switching on the ignition If the warning light Q does not go out after moving a short distance this means there is an error in the system Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately Instruments and Indicator Lights 35 QO Read and observe H on page 30 first If the windscreen washer fluid level is too low the warning light illumi nates The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display Top up wash fluid Top up with liquid page 130 Windscreen washer system QO Read and observe H on page 30 first Either the left or the right gt warning light flashes depending on the position of the turn signal lever If there is a fault in the turn signal system the warning light flashes at twice its normal rate Switching off the hazard warning light system is switched on will cause all of the turn signal lights as well as both warning lights to flash OQ Read and observe H on page 30 first The warning light 0 illuminates when the fog lights are operating QO Read and observe H on page 30 first The warning light illuminates when the cruise control is active page 104 Ql Rea
55. on one axle on all four wheels The tyre wheel combinations which are approved for your vehicle are indica ted in your vehicle documents Where possible replace tyres by axle Always fit the tyres with the deeper tread depth to the front wheels Explanation of tyre markings 195 55R15 85H What this means is Tyre width in mm Fig 121 on page 139 Height width ratio in Fig 121 on page 139 Code letter for the type of tyre Radial Fig 121 on page 139 Diameter of wheel in inches Fig 121 on page 139 Load index M Speed symbol H The date of manufacture is stated on the tyre wall possibly on the inside e g DOT 11 14 means for example that the tyre was manufactured in the 11th week of 2014 Load index The load index indicates the maximum permissible load for each individual tyre Load index Load In kg Speed symbol The maximum speed symbol indicates the maximum permissible vehicle speed with fitted tyres in each category Speed icon Maximum speed in km h EE CAUTION The information about the load index and the speed symbol is listed in your vehicle documents Unidirectional tyres A Read and observe H and M on page 138 first The direction of rotation of the tyres is marked by arrows on the wall of the tyre The indicated direction of rotation must be adhered to in order to ensure the optimal characteristics of thes
56. or the licence plate lighting are faulty For this reason regular check that these light bulbs are working correctly Exhaust inspection system N Read and observe H on page 30 first If the warning light illuminates there is a fault in the exhaust inspection system The system allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately oo Glow plug system diesel engine N Read and observe H on page 30 first The warning light oo illuminates after the ignition has been switched on Once the light has gone out the engine can be started immediately There is a fault in the glow plug system if the warning light 7 does not come on at all or lights up continuously If the warning light o gt begins to flash while driving a fault exists in the engine control The system allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately EPC Engine performance check petrol engine N Read and observe H on page 30 first If the indicator light EPC illuminates there is a fault in the engine control The system allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately 1 Applies to vehicles with START STOP system 34 Using the system Diesel particulate filter Diesel motor N Read and observe H on page 30 first The diesel particulate filter separates the soot particles from the exhaust The so
57. pressure when cleaning the vehicle s paintwork Do not wash your vehicle in bright sunlight risk of paint damage Automatic car wash systems CQ Read and observe H and M on page 118 first The usual precautionary measures must be taken before washing the vehicle in an automatic car wash system e g closing the windows and the sliding tilt ing roof etc If your vehicle is fitted with any particular attached parts such as a spoiler roof rack system two way radio aerial etc it is best to consult the operator of the car wash system beforehand After an automatic wash with wax treatment the lips of the wipers should be cleaned with cleaning agents specially designed for the purpose and then de greased AE CAUTION Fold in the exterior mirrors to prevent damage before washing the vehicle in an automatic car wash system Never manually fold in electric exterior mirrors always use the electric controls Washing with a high pressure cleaner A Read and observe H and M on page 118 first When washing the vehicle with a high pressure cleaner the instructions for use of the equipment must be observed This applies in particular to the pres sure used and to the spraying distance Maintain a sufficiently large distance to the parking aid sensors and soft mate rials such as rubber hoses or insulation material EH CAUTION a f washing the vehicle in the winter using a hose or high pressure cleaner ensure that the jet of wate
58. products risk of damaging the paintwork surface Cleaner that contain solvents can damage the material being cleaned For the sake of the environment Used vehicle care product cans represent hazardous waste that is harmful to the environment These must be disposed of in accordance with national legal regulations Note Due to the special tools and knowledge required and to avoid any potential problems with the cleaning and care of your vehicle s exterior we recommend that the cleaning and care of your vehicle be carried out by a SKODA Service Partner Vehicle paint work A Read and observe H and H on page 119 first Preserving the vehicle paintwork A thorough wax treatment provides the vehicle s paintwork with highly effec tive protection against harmful environmental influences Care and maintenance 119 The vehicle must be treated with a high quality hard wax polish at the latest when no more drops form on the clean paintwork A new layer of a high quality hard wax polish can be applied to the clean body work after it has dried thoroughly Even if you use a wax preserver regularly we still recommend that you treat the paintwork of the vehicle at least twice a year with hard wax Polishing Polishing is necessary if the vehicle s paintwork has become unattractive and if it is no longer possible to achieve a gloss with wax preservatives If the polish does not contain any preserving elements the paint must be t
59. protective cover 5 Fig 100 on page 108 onto the tow bar Safety eyelet The purpose of the safety eyelet B Fig 108 is to attach the breakaway cable of the trailer When attaching the breakaway cable to the safety eyelet it must sag freely against the vehicle in all trailer positions sharp bends in reverse etc Exterior mirrors You have to have additional exterior mirrors fitted if you are not able to see the traffic behind the trailer with the standard rear view mirrors The national legal requirements must be observed Headlights The front of the vehicle may lift up when a trailer is being towed and the head lights may dazzle other road users Adjust the headlights using the headlight beam control page 54 Driving speed For safety reasons do not drive faster than 80 km h when towing a trailer Immediately reduce your speed as soon as even the slightest swaying of the trailer is detected Never attempt to stop the trailer from swaying by acceler ating Brakes Apply the brakes in good time If the trailer is fitted with a trailer brake apply the brakes gently at first then brake firmly This will avoid brake jolts resulting from the trailer wheels locking On downhill sections shift down a gear in good time to also use the engine as a brake Engine overheating If the needle for the coolant temperature gauge moves into the right hand area or the red area of the scale the speed must be reduced immed
60. recess Cap Dust cap Tow ball Locking ball Centering Green marking on the handwheel Handwheel Key Lock cap Red marking on the handwheel White marking on ball bar FI Note On the bottom of the key is a code number If you lose a key please contact a specialist garage who will be able to use this code number to provide you with a new one EIT F E else ISI Adjusting the ready position Fig 101 Setting the ready position Fig 102 Ready position N Read and observe H and H on page 108 first Always adjust the ball head in the ready position before fitting gt Turn the key A in direction of the arrow 1 to the stop Fig 101 gt Pull the handwheel B in the direction of the arrow 2 and drag in the direc tion of the arrow 3 to the stop The handwheel remains locked in this position Correctly adjusted standby position Fig 102 vV Thekey C is in the unlocked position the arrow on the key points to the padlock open icon The key cannot be removed V The locking balls D can be pushed fully into the tow bar V The red marking E on the handwheel points to the white marking on the ball bar v There is a clear gap of approx 4 mm F between the handwheel and the tow bar The ball bar is thus set ready for installation E WARNING If the tow bar cannot be correctly placed in the ready position then it must not be used EE CAUTION When in the ready position the
61. s Manual for all current SKODA models Navigation through the list of content gt Classical reading page by page gt Full text search throughout the whole manual gt Bookmarks for fast access to favourite chapters www skoda auto com You also can do something for the environment The fuel consumption of your SKODA and the related pollutant emissions are determined crucially on how you drive The noise and the wear of the vehicle depend on the way how you deal with your vehicle This Owner s Manual shows you how to use your SKODA vehi cle with utmost care for the environment while driving eco nomically at the same time Also please pay attention to those parts in the Owner s Manual that are marked amp below Work with us for the sake of the environment Navod k obsluze Rapid anglicky 05 2014 56 5610 08 20 5JA 012 720 AE aj A012720AE
62. system is turned on when any of the following is present gt The vehicle is unlocked gt One of the doors is opened gt The ignition key is removed The system is turned off when any of the following is present gt The vehicle is locked gt The ignition is switched on gt About 30 seconds after all the doors have been closed EF Note The activated light turns on automatically for about 10 minutes after the igni tion is switched off Fig 42 Interior lights at the rear Interior light rear Press the switch A Fig 42 Switching on off The rear interior light is operated together with the front interior light gt When the front interior lighting is switched on the rear interior lighting also turns on automatically gt When the front interior lighting is switched off the rear interior lighting can be turned on off as required This chapter contains information on the following subjects Rear window heater 59 Front sun visors 60 1 This function only applies to certain countries In some countries the light at the rear is controlled inde pendently from the light at the front Fig 43 Dash panel Button for rear win dow heater The heating for quick defrosting and ventilation of the rear window Button for rear window heater Fig 43 G Switch the heating on off When the heater is switched on a lamp lights up inside the button The heating only works when the eng
63. the floor covering in the luggage compart ment Components of the breakdown kit Fig 133 1 Sticker with speed designation max 80 km h max 50 mph 2 Valve remover Emergency equipment and self help 151 Inflation hose with plug Air compressor Button for releasing the tyre pressure 12 volt cable connector Tyre inflation hose Tyre inflation pressure indicator ON and OFF switch Tyre inflator bottle with sealing agent Replacement valve core Elake Slo es The valve remover 2 has a slot at its lower end which fits into the valve core Preparations for using the breakdown kit A Read and observe H on page 151 first Always change a wheel on a level surface as far as possible The following preparatory work must be carried out before using the break down kit gt Have all of the occupants get out of the vehicle While changing a tyre the occupants of the vehicle should not stand on the road they should instead remain behind a crash barrier gt Switch off the engine gt Move the gearshift lever into Neutral or move the selector lever for the auto matic gearbox into position P gt Firmly apply the handbrake gt Check that you can carry out the repairs with the breakdown kit page 151 gt Uncouple any trailers gt Remove the breakdown kit from the boot gt Stick the sticker 1 Fig 133 on page 157 on the dashboard in the driver s field of view gt Do not remove the foreign body
64. the top edge of the head restraint is at the same level as the top of your head B Fig 1 on page 7 Y Correctly fasten the seat belt page 10 Using seat belts Adjust the seats and head restraints page 63 In exceptional cases the front passenger airbag can be deactiva ted page 18 Deactivating airbags H WARNING s Maintain a distance of at least 25 cm to the dash panel Not maintaining this minimum distance will mean that the airbag system will not be able to properly protect you hazard Always keep your feet in the footwell when the car is being driven nev er place your feet on the instrument panel out of the window or on the surfaces of the seats You will be exposed to increased risk of injury if it be comes necessary to apply the brake or in the event of an accident If an air bag is deployed you could suffer fatal injuries by adopting an incorrect seated position Correct seated position for the passengers in the rear seats AN Read and observe H on page 7 first To reduce the risk of injury in the event of a sudden braking manoeuvre or an accident the occupants on the rear seats must observe the following v Adjust the head restraint such that the top edge of the head restraint is at the same level as the upper part of the head B Fig 10n page 7 Y Correctly fasten the seat belt page 10 Using seat belts v Use a suitable child restraint system if transporting children in the vehi cle p
65. the vehicle a ghia ee f you have to stop for technical reasons then park the vehicle at a safe 4 Seat belt warning light 31 distance from the traffic switch off the engine and switch on the hazard Generator 31 warning lights page 57 The warning triangle must be set up at the pre Door open 31 scribed distance observe the national legal provisions when doing so 7 Engine oil 31 a The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area The following Coolant 32 warning notes must be followed at all times when working in the engine Power steering 32 compartment page 127 Engine compartment amp Electronic Stability Control ESC 32 ic Traction Control System ASR 33 Handbrake Antilock brake system ABS 33 J Rear fog light 33 A Read and observe H on page 30 first Bulb failure 33 The warning light illuminates if the handbrake is applied 30 Using the system An acoustic signal will sound if you drive the vehicle above 6 km h for at least 3 seconds while the handbrake is applied The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display Release parking brake Brake system N Read and observe H on page 30 first The indicator light illuminates if the brake fluid level in the braking system is too low or there is a fault in the ABS The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display Brake fluid Owner s manual gt Stop the vehicle switch off the engine and check the level of t
66. the vehicle can damage the fuel lines the brake system the seals and other parts of the chassis Check the un derside of the vehicle and remove the trapped objects Combustible objects such as dry leaves or twigs caught under the base of the vehicle could ignite on hot vehicle parts risk of fire EE CAUTION Pay attention to the ground clearance of the vehicle When driving over ob jects which are larger than the ground clearance the chassis and its compo nents can get damaged Drive slowly in unknown terrain and watch out for unexpected obstacles such as potholes rocks stumps etc a Check up on confusing sections of unpaved roads before travelling on them and consider whether such travelling is possible without risk Starting off and Driving 101 CQ Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Electronic Stability Control ESC 102 Antilock Braking System ABS 102 Traction Control System TCS 102 Electronic Differential Lock EDL 103 Hydraulic Brake Assist HBA 103 Hill Hold Control HHC 103 This chapter deals with the functions of the braking and stabilisation systems with the error indicator referred to in chapter page 30 Indicator lights The braking and stabilisation systems are automatically activated each time the ignition is switched on Ey WARNING a A lack of fuel can cause irregular engine running or cause the engine to shut down The brake
67. to the traffic regulations and the permissible speed limit v Always adjust the driving speed to the road traffic and weather condi tions Y Take regular breaks on long journeys at least every two hours Safety equipment A Read and observe H on page 6 first The following list contains only part of the safety equipment in your vehicle gt Three point seat belts for all the seats gt Belt force limiters for the front seats gt Belt tensioners for the front seats gt Seat belt height adjusters for the front seats gt Front airbag for the driver and the front passenger gt Side airbags gt Head airbags gt Anchoring points for child seats using the ISOFIX system gt Anchoring points for child seats using the TOP TETHER system gt Head restraints adjustable for height gt Adjustable steering column The specified safety equipment works together in order to optimally protect you and those travelling with you in accident situations The safety equipment does not protect you or the people travelling with you if you or your occupants adopt an incorrect seated position or the equipment is not correctly adjusted or used If the seat belt is not fastened properly this may result in injuries if an airbag is activated in the event of an accident CQO Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Correct seated position for the driver Adjusting the steering wheel position
68. users Loose objects could hit a deployed airbag and injure occupants danger of death Please note that transporting heavy objects alters the handling proper ties of the vehicle due to the displacement of the centre of gravity risk of accident The speed and style of driving must be adjusted accordingly a f 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 To prevent items of luggage from moving around always use suitable lashing straps that are firmly attached to the lashing eyes The transported items must be stowed in such a way that no objects are able to slip forward on sudden driving or braking manoeuvres risk of in jury a When transporting objects in the luggage compartment that has been en larged by folding the rear seats forward ensure the safety of the passen gers transported on the other rear seats page 9 Correct seated position for the passengers in the rear seats a If the rear seat next to the folded forward seat is occupied ensure maxi mum safety e g by placing the goods to be transported in such a way that the seat is prevented from folding back in case of a rear collision Do not drive with the luggage compartment lid open or unlatched other wise exhaust gases may get into the interior of the vehicle risk of poison ing Do not exceed the permissible axle loads and p
69. vehicle Selector lever lock A Read and observe H and M on page 97 first The selector lever is locked in modes P and N to prevent the forwards travel mode from being selected accidentally and setting the vehicle in motion The selector lever is locked only when the vehicle is stationary and at speeds up to 5 km h The selector lever lock is indicated by the illumination of the warning light The selector lever is not locked when quickly moving across the position N e g from R to D This for example helps to rock out a vehicle that is stuck e g in a bank of snow The selector lever lock will engage if the lever is in posi tion N for more than approx 2 seconds without the brake pedal being de pressed Releasing selector lever from mode P or N selector lever lock gt Press the brake pedal and the lock button at the same time in the direction of arrow Fig 92 on page 98 Just depress the brake pedal if you would like to change from the mode N to D Defective selector lever lock If the selector lever lock is defective or its power supply is interrupted e g dis charged vehicle battery faulty fuse the selector lever can no longer be moved out of position P in the normal manner and the vehicle can no longer be driven The selector lever must be emergency released page 158 c Note If you want to move the selector lever from mode P to mode D or vice versa move the selector lever quickly This prevents modes
70. vehicles fitted with the Amundsen navigation system this function can be accessed via the naviga tion system menu refer to the operating instructions for the Amundsen navigation system This function is not available in vehicles fitted with the Amundsent navigation system 2 Ww 4 88 Using the system Disconnecting the connection The connection to a connected mobile phone can be ended in the following ways gt By withdrawing the ignition key gt By disconnecting the hands free system in the mobile phone gt By disconnecting from the user in the MAXI DOT display under the menu item Bluetooth User Solving connection problems If the hands free system reports No paired phone found check the operating status of the mobile phone gt Is the mobile phone switched on gt Is the PIN code entered gt Is Bluetooth active gt Is the visibility of the mobile phone active gt Has the mobile phone already been paired with the hands free system Telephone operation in the MAXI DOT display N Read and observe H on page 85 first The following menu items can be selected from the Phone menu gt Phone book gt Dial number gt Call register gt Voice mailbox gt Bluetooth gt Settings gt Back Phone book The Phone book menu item lists the contacts downloaded from the telephone memory and the mobile phone SIM card Dial number Any telephone number can be entered in the Dial number
71. vicinity of the vehicle The system uses ultrasound waves to calculate the distance between the bumper and an obstacle The ultrasonic sensors are integrated in the rear bumper E WARNING The system only serves to support and does not relieve the driver of the responsibility for the vehicle operation Moving persons or objects may not be recognized by the system sensors Under certain circumstances surfaces of certain objects and types of clothing cannot reflect the system signals For this reason such people or objects may not be recognised by the system sensors a External noise sources may affect the signals of the system sensors Un der adverse conditions this may cause objects or people not to be recog nised by the system Before reversing you should make sure that there are no small obstacles such as rocks thin posts trailer drawbars etc behind your vehicle Such ob stacles may not be recognised by the system sensors EE CAUTION Keep the system sensors clean snow and ice free and do not cover with any objects of any kind otherwise the system functioning may be impaired The system function may be limited under adverse weather conditions heavy rain water vapour very low or high temperatures etc a Additionally installed modules such as bicycle carriers can impair the function of the parking aid Assistsystems 103 Function Fig 96 Range of sensors BNH 0175 N Read and observe H
72. which is only partially released can result in the rear brakes overheating This can have a negative effect on the operation of the brake system risk of acci dent Parking N Read and observe H and H on page 95 first When stopping and parking look for a place with a suitable surface H Only carry out the activities while parking in the specified order gt Bring the vehicle to a stop and depress the brake pedal gt Firmly apply the handbrake gt On vehicles with automatic transmission place the selector lever in the P po sition gt Switch off the engine gt For vehicles with manual transmission select first gear or reverse gear gt Release the brake pedal H WARNING The parts of the exhaust system can become very hot Therefore never stop the vehicle at places where the underside of your vehicle can come in to contact with flammable materials such as dry grass undergrowth leaves spilled fuel or such like Risk of fire and serious injury can occur CQ Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Manual gear changing 97 Pedals 97 Manual gear changing Fig 90 Gearshift pattern of 5 gear or 6 gear manual gearbox A BNH 0091 On the shift lever the individual gear positions are shown Fig 90 The gearshift indicator must be observed when changing gear page 38 Always depress the clutch pedal all the way down This prevents uneven wear to the cl
73. while driving do not continue driving Stop the engine there is a risk of engine damage Seek help from a specialist garage Door open N Read and observe H on page 30 first The indicator light illuminates if one or several doors or luggage compart ment lid are opened w Engine oil N Read and observe H on page 30 first The warning light flashes low oil pressure The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display Oil pressure Engine off Owner s manual gt Stop the vehicle switch off the engine and check the engine oil lev el page 131 If the warning light flashes do not drive any further even if the oil level is correct Also do not leave the engine running at an idling speed Seek help from a specialist garage The indicator light lights up oil quantity too low The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display Check oil level gt Stop the vehicle switch off the engine and check the engine oil lev el page 131 Instruments and Indicator Lights 31 The warning light will go out if the bonnet is left open for more than 30 sec onds If no engine oil has been replenished the warning light will come on again after driving about 100 km The indicator light flashes engine oil level sensor faulty The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display Oil sensor Workshop If the engine oil level sensor is faulty the warning light flashes severa
74. with a clean chamois leather or a cloth intended for this purpose EH CAUTION Instructions for removing snow and ice a The ice scraper should not be moved forward and backward but in one direc tion to avoid any damage to the surface of the glass Snow or ice that is contaminated with coarse dirt such as fine gravel sand or salt must not be removed from the windows and mirrors there is a risk of damage to the surface of the windows and mirrors Do not remove snow or ice from glass parts using warm or hot water risk of cracks forming in the glass EE CAUTION Information for cleaning windows Do not clean the inside of the windows with sharp edged objects or corro sive and acidic cleaning agents there is a risk of damaging the heating ele ments or window aerial a When drying the windows after washing the vehicle do not use window leathers that have been used to polish the bodywork Residues of preserva tives in the window leather can make the window dirty and reduce visibility Headlight glasses N Read and observe H and H on page 119 first Clean plastic front headlight lenses using clean warm water and soap EE CAUTION The headlights are never to be wiped dry there is a risk of damaging the protective lacquer and the headlight glass subsequently developing cracks Do not use sharp objects to clean the glasses there is a risk of damaging the protective lacquer and the headlight glasses subsequently devel
75. 0 seats covers of the electrically heated seats _ 124 wheels 122 Cleaning safety belt 124 Cleaning seat covers 124 Cleaning the interior artificial leather 124 Seat covers 124 Cleaning the outside of the vehicle Decorative films 120 Cleaning the vehicle exterior Cavity protection 121 Door locking cylinder 121 Headlight glasses 121 Under body protection 122 wheels 122 Windows and external mirrors 121 Cleaning vehicle 118 Cleaning vehicle exterior 119 Plastic parts 120 Rubber seals 120 Vehicle paint work 119 Wiper blades 122 Clean interior Safety belt 124 clean outside of vehicle chrome parts 120 Climatronic air distribution control 81 Operating elements 83 Clothes hook 74 Cockpit 12 Volt power outlet 71 Ashtray 70 Cigarette lighter 70 General view 25 Index 177 Lights 58 storage compartments 68 useful equipment 68 COMING HOME 57 compartments 68 Computer See multifunction display 39 convenience turn signal 55 Coolant 132 Checking 133 Indicator light 32 Information messages 32 Replenishing 133 Temperature gauge 27 Cooling system cost effective use 84 malfunctions 84 CORNER See Fog lights with CORNER function 56 Correct seated position 7 Driver 7 Front passenger 8 Instructions 9 Rear seats 9 Counter for distance driven 28 cruise control operation 104 operation Description 105 Cruise contr
76. 0207 A Read and observe H and M on page 97 first When the ignition is switched on the gearbox mode and the currently selected gear are indicated in the display Fig 91 98 Driving The following modes can be selected with the selector lever Fig 91 P Parking mode The driven wheels are locked mechanically in this mode Parking mode must only be selected when the vehicle is stationary R Reverse gear Reverse gear can only be engaged when the vehicle is stationary and the en gine is at idling speed N Neutral The power transmission to the drive wheels is interrupted in this mode D Mode for forwards travel normal programme In mode D the forward gears are automatically changed according to the en gine load accelerator pedal actuation and driving speed S Mode for forwards travel sports programme In mode S the forward gears are shifted automatically up and down at higher engine speeds than in mode D Before changing to mode S from mode D press the lock button in the direction of the arrow Fig 92 Fault in the automatic gearbox A fault in the automatic gearbox is noticeable with the following gt Only certain gears are selected gt The reverse gear R cannot be used gt Shifting gears in Tiptronic mode is not possible EE CAUTION If a fault occurs on the automatic gearbox help from a professional service pro vider should be sought immediately there is a risk of damaging the
77. 16 standard Rear seat center Front passenger Rear seats seat outer 0 up to 10 kg O up to 13 kg 1 9 18 kg 2 15 25 kg 3 22 36 kg Transporting children safely 21 U Universal child seat category a child seat designed to be attached to There are two locking eyes between the rear exterior seats for fixing the the seat using the seat belt ISOFIX system child seat in place The points are marked with labels with the ISOFIX logo Fig 16 Fastening systems arn CO Introduction a Always refer to the instructions from the manufacturer of the child seat when installing and removing a child seat with the ISOFIX system This chapter contains information on the following subjects Never attach other child seats belts or objects to the anchor eyelets in Anchor eyelets for the ISOFIX system 32 fener for the installation of a child seat with the ISOFIX system risk to Use of child seats with the ISOFIX system 22 Anchor eyelets for the TOP TETHER system 23 El Note a A child seat fitted with the ISOFIX system can only be mounted in a vehicle fitted with an ISOFIX system if the child seat has been approved for this type of vehicle Further information is available from a SKODA Partner Fig 16 a Child seats with the ISOFIX system can be purchased from KODA Original Labels on the ISOFIX system Accessories Anchor eyelets for the ISOFIX system Use of child seats with the ISOFIX system
78. 60 Using the system Top up with windscreen wiper fluid page 130 D WARNING Properly maintained windscreen wiper blades are essential for clear visi bility and safe driving page 158 Replace the windscreen wiper blades once or twice a year for safety rea sons These can be purchased from a SKODA Partner 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 a Automatic wiping in rain only operates as a Support The driver is not re leased from the responsibility to set the function of the windscreen wipers manually depending on the visibility conditions EE CAUTION a f the ignition is switched off while the windscreen wipers are switched on the windscreen wipers will continue wiping in the same mode after the igni tion is turned back on The windscreen wipers could freeze up in cold tempera tures between the time the ignition was turned off and when it was turned back on again In cold temperatures and during the winter check before the journey or be fore switching on the ignition that the wiper blades are not frozen to the windscreen If the windscreen wipers are switched on when the blades are fro zen to the windscreen this may damage both the blades and windscreen wip er motor Carefully peel frozen wiper blades off the windscreen Remove snow and ice from th
79. 9 CQ Introduction Fig 3 Driver wearing seat belt This chapter contains information on the following subjects The physical principle of a frontal collision 1 Fastening and unfastening seat belts 12 Belt height adjustment on the front seats 13 Seat belts that are fastened correctly offer good protection in the event of an accident They reduce the risk of an injury and increase the chance of survival in the event of a major accident Correctly fastened seat belts hold occupants of the car in the correct seated position Fig 3 The seat belts reduce the kinetic energy energy of motion to a considerable extent They also prevent uncontrolled movements which in turn may well re sult in severe injuries Occupants of a vehicle who have correctly fastened their seat belts have the major benefit of the fact that the kinetic energy is absorbed as effectively as possible by the belts The structure of the front end of the vehicle and other passive safety meas ures such as the airbag system also contribute to the kinetic energy being re duced as effectively as possible The energy produced is thus absorbed and there is less risk of injury Particular safety aspects must be observed when transporting children in the vehicle page 19 Transporting children safely 10 Safety E WARNING a Fasten your seat belt before each journey even when driving in town This also applies to the passengers seated at t
80. AIC BNH 0305 Fig 83 Controls the Climatronic QO Read and observe H and on page 80 first The Climatronic in automatic mode ensures the best possible setting of the temperature of the outflowing air the blower stage and air distribution The system also takes sunlight into account which eliminates the need to al ter the settings manually afterwards Individual functions can be set off or on by turning the knob or pressing the respective button When switched on the display shows the corresponding icon Functions of the various controls and display Fig 83 1 Setting temperature gt I Lower temperature gt E Increase temperature Selected temperature Degrees Celsius or Fahrenheit Automatic operation of the air conditioning system Intensive windshield defroster switched on Direction of air flow Recirculated air mode activated Cooling system activated Set blower speed Set the temperature turn to the left Reduce fan speed turn to the right Increase blower speed Interior temperature sensor AUTO Switching automatic mode on max Switching the intensive windshield defroster on off when this function is switched on the warning light illuminates in the button Air flow to the windows Air flow to the upper body Air flow in the footwell lt Switch recirculation on off page 81 A C Switch the cooling system on off EF Bees ww o X After the cooling system is switched off only th
81. AUTION When installing a child seat in which the child faces forward adjust the head restraints so that they are as high as possible FF Note We recommend that you use child seats from SKODA Original Accessories These child seats were developed and also tested for use in SKODA vehicles They meet the ECE R 44 standard Use of a child seat on the front passenger seat Never use a backwards facing child restraint system on a seat that is protec ted by an active airbag installed in front of it This could cause the child severe injury or even death Fig 13 Sticker on the B column on the front passenger side 20 Safety Fig 14 Front passenger sun visor label N Read and observe H and H on page 19 first For safety reasons we recommend that you install child seats on the rear seats whenever possible The following instructions must be followed when using a child seat on the front passenger seat gt The front passenger airbag must be deactivated if using a rear facing child seat H gt If possible adjust the front passenger seat backrest so that it is as vertical SO as to ensure secure contact between the passenger seat backrest and the back of the child seat gt If possible move the front passenger seat backwards so that there is no con tact between the front passenger seat and the child seat behind it gt With child safety seats in groups 2 or 3 make sure that the loop around fit tings attached to th
82. CAUTION Improper handling of the vehicle battery may cause damage a Ensure that battery acid does not come into contact with the bodywork risk of damage to the paintwork a If the vehicle has not been driven for more than 3 to 4 weeks the battery will discharge Prevent the battery from discharging by disconnecting the battery s negative terminal or continuously charging the battery with a very low charging current Do not place the battery in direct daylight in order to protect the vehicle bat tery housing from the effects of ultra violet light a If the vehicle is frequently used for making short trips the vehicle battery will not have time to charge up sufficiently and may discharge For the sake of the environment A vehicle battery that has been removed is a special type of hazardous waste These must be disposed of in accordance with national legal regulations Note We recommend having all work on the vehicle battery carried out by a spe cialist garage You should replace batteries older than 5 years Opening the cover Fig 118 Engine compartment Battery cover N Read and observe H and on page 135 first The battery is located in the engine compartment Fig 118 gt Open the cover in the direction of the arrow Fig 118 The battery cover is installed in reverse order Inspecting and replenishing 135 Checking the battery electrolyte level Fig 119 Vehicle battery Electrolyte level
83. CORNER function 56 Footmats 97 see footmats 97 Force limit Power windows 52 Front airbag 15 Front interior light 58 fuel lead free petrol 126 Fuel 125 Diesel 127 Fuel gauge 28 refer to Fuel 125 Refuelling 125 Fuel consumption 100 169 Fuel reserve Warning light ze Fuses Assignment 159 Assignment of fuses in the dash panel 160 Colour coding 159 Fuse assignment in the engine compartment 162 Replacing 159 Fuses in the engine compartment Assignment 162 G Gearbox Warning messages 29 Gear change Gear recommendation 38 Information on the selected gear 38 Gear changing Gear stick 97 gears spare 143 General view Cockpit 25 Generator Indicator light 31 Genuine parts 116 Glasses compartment 73 Glow plug system Warning light 34 GSM 85 H Handbrake 96 Warning light 30 Hazard warning light system 57 HBA 103 Head airbag 17 Headlight cleaning system Headlight cleaning system 61 Headlights Bulb arrangement 163 Driving abroad 58 Headlight cleaning system 61 Headrest removing and installing 65 Head restraints 64 Adjust height 64 Heating 80 Air distribution control 81 Control elements 82 Exterior mirror 62 Rear window 59 Seats 66 Heating rear window 59 HHC 103 Hill Hold Control HHC 103 Hitch 108 Drawback lo
84. Carefully pull up the front left and right cover gt Pull up rear cover gt Press the yellow plastic part in the direction of the arrow Fig 141 using your finger gt At the same time press the locking button in the selector lever and move the selector lever to position N BNH 0074 If the selector lever is moved again to position P it is once again blocked 158 Do it yourself CQ Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Replacing the front windscreen wiper blades 158 Replacing the rear window glass wiper blades 159 HH WARNING Replace the windscreen wiper blades once or twice a year for safety rea sons These can be purchased from a SKODA Partner Replacing the front windscreen wiper blades Fig 142 Windscreen wiper blade N Read and observe H on page 158 first Before replacing the windscreen wiper blade put the windscreen wiper arms into the service position Service position for changing wiper blades gt Closing the bonnet gt Switch the ignition off and on again gt Place the operating lever in position 4 Fig 45 on page 61 The windscreen wiper arms move into the service position Removing the wiper blade gt Lift the wiper arm from the window in the direction of 1 Fig 142 gt Tilt the wiper blade to the stop in the same direction gt Hold the windscreen wiper arm at the top end gt Press the locking button A and remove th
85. Do not drive any faster than at a walking speed At a higher speed a water wave can form in front of the vehicle which can cause water to penetrate into the engine s air induction system or other parts of the vehicle gt Never stop in the water do not reverse and do not switch the engine off EE CAUTION a When driving through water some parts of the vehicle such as the engine gearbox chassis or electrics can be severely damaged Oncoming vehicles can generate water waves which can exceed the permis sible water level for your vehicle Potholes mud or rocks can be hidden under the water making it difficult or impossible to drive through the body of water a Do not drive through salt water as the salt can cause corrosion An vehicle coming into contact with salt water is to be thoroughly rinsed with fresh wa ter Driving off paved roads A Read and observe H on page 101 first Only drive on such roads and in such terrain which match the vehicle parame ters page 168 Technical data as well as your driving skills The driver is always responsible for deciding whether the vehicle can handle travelling in the given terrain E WARNING Drive particularly aware and pro actively outside paved roads s Always adjust your driving to the current terrain and weather conditions Excessive speed or incorrect driving manoeuvres can cause damage to the vehicle and lead to serious injuries Objects trapped under the floor of
86. Fig 88 Positions of the vehicle key in the ignition lock BNH 0198 A Read and observe H and M on page 93 first Positions of the vehicle key in the ignition lock Fig 88 1 Ignition switched off engine switched off 2 Ignition switched on 3 Starting engine In vehicles with diesel engines after switching on the ignition lights the glow plug warning lights o gt up The engine can be started after the indicator light goes out Procedure for starting the engine gt Firmly apply the handbrake gt Move the gearshift lever into neutral or move the selector lever into position PorN gt Switch on the ignition 2 Fig 88 gt For vehicles with manual transmission depress the clutch pedal and hold it there until the engine starts gt On vehicles with automatic transmission depress the brake pedal and hold it until the engine has started gt Turn the key into position 3 to the stop and release immediately after the engine has been started do not apply the accelerator After letting go the vehicle key will return to position 2 If the engine does not start within 10 seconds turn the key to position 1 Re peat the start up process after approx half a minute 94 Driving Vehicles with the START STOP system and manual gearbox The engine will not start if the clutch pedal is not depressed The following message is shown in the information cluster display Q Depress clutch to start CLUTCH
87. Overview of the usability of child seats with the ISOFIX system on each of the seats in accordance with the ECE R 16 standard Size class of i the child seat Front passenger seat Outer rear seats Rear seat middle 0 up to 10 kg X IL SU X E i D X IL SU X up to 13 kg 22 Safety Size class of the child seat Front passenger seat Outer rear seats Rear seat middle a The size category is shown on the label attached to the child seat b If the front passenger seat is fitted with the ISOFIX system attachment points it is suited for the installation of an ISOFIX child seat with the Semi Universal approval IL SU The seat is suited for installation of an ISOFIX child seat with Semi E WARNING Continued Universal approval The Semi Universal category means that the child Only ever attach one belt from the child seat to a locking eye seat with the ISOFIX system is approved for your vehicle Observe the On no account should you equip your vehicle e g mount screws or other list of vehicles that comes with the child seat anchorage points IUF The seat is suitable for the installation of an ISOFIX child seat with Universal approval and attachment with the TOP TETHER belt X The seat is not fitted with fixing eyes for the ISOFIX system Anchor eyelets for the TOP TETHER system Fig 17 Anchor eyelets on the TOP TETHER system NO 7 BNH 0193 The anchor eyele
88. SIMPLY CLEVER SKODA Rapid Owner s Manual This Owner s Manual has been systematically designed to make it easy for you to search for and obtain the information you require Chapters table of contents and subject index The text of the Owner s manual is divided into relatively short sections which are combined into easy to read chapters The chapter you are reading at any particular moment is always specified on 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 Direction indications All direction indications such as left right front rear relate to the direction of travel of the vehicle Units of measurement All values are expressed in metric units Explanation of symbols a Denotes a reference to a section with important information and safety advice in a chapter Denotes the continuation of a section on the next page Indicates situations where the vehicle must be stopped as soon as possible Denotes a registered trademark Indicates the texts displayed in the MAXI DOT screen 6 Indicates the texts shown in the segment display v Display In this owner s manual the screen on the MAXI DOT display is used as the dis play illustration provided it is not otherwise stated 5J A012720AE Notes U WARNING The mo
89. The use of biofuel RME can cause considerable damage to parts of the engine or fuel system Do not mix any fuel additives so called flow improvers petrol and similar agents into the diesel This can result in considerable damage to parts of the engine or the exhaust system CQ Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Opening and closing the bonnet 128 Engine compartment overview 129 Radiator fan _ RGD Windscreen washer system 130 E WARNING Injuries or scolding or risks of accident or fire may occur when working in the engine compartment For this reason it is essential to comply with the warning instructions outlined below and with the general applicable safety rules The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area Inspecting and replenishing 127 WARNING Instructions before beginning work in the engine compartment Turn off the engine and withdraw the ignition key Firmly apply the handbrake For vehicles with manual transmission the lever into the neutral position a On vehicles with automatic transmission shift the selector lever into the P position Allow the engine to cool Never open the bonnet if you can see steam or coolant escaping from the engine compartment risk of scalding Wait until no more steam or coolant is escaping E WARNING Information for working in the engine compartment Keep all people especially children away from the en
90. a f the vehicle remains outdoors for a long time in minus temperatures or in direct sunlight it can take several hours until the internal temperature of the vehicle battery reaches a suitable temperature for proper operation of the START STOP system a If the driver s seat belt is removed for more than approx 30 seconds or the driver s door is opened during stop mode the engine will have to be started manually After the manual engine start and with a manual gearbox the automatic en gine shutdown can take place only when a minimum distance required for the system function has been covered Operation in vehicles with manual gearbox N Read and observe H on page 105 first In compliance with the operating conditions automatic engine shutdown au tomatic engine start takes place as described Automatic engine shutdown gt Stop the vehicle gt Put the gear stick into Neutral gt Release the clutch pedal Automatic engine shutdown takes place segment display shows START STOP ACTIVE or a check mark appears in the MAXI DOT display Fig 98 on page 106 Automatic engine start gt Depress the clutch pedal The automatic start procedure takes place again Operation in vehicles with automatic gearbox AN Read and observe H on page 105 first In compliance with the operating conditions automatic engine shutdown au tomatic engine start takes place as described Automatic engine shutdown gt Bring the vehicle to a
91. a We recommend using a first aid kit from SKODA Original Accessories which are available from a SKODA Partner reflective vest Fig 125 Reflective vest The reflective vest is located in a holder under the driver s seat Fig 125 H WARNING Do not put anything else except the reflective vest into the holder other wise it may fall out of the holder risk of obstruction or limitation in oper ating the pedal EE CAUTION Do not put anything else except the reflective vest into the holder risk of damage to the holder Emergency equipment and self help 145 fire extinguisher Fig 126 Fire extinguisher BNH 0275 The fire extinguisher is attached by two straps in a holder underneath the driv er s seat Removing attaching gt Loosen the two straps by pulling the buckles in the direction of the ar row Fig 126 gt Remove the fire extinguisher Follow these steps in the reverse order for attachment Please read carefully the instructions which are attached to the fire extin guisher The fire extinguisher must be checked by an authorised person once a year The national legal requirements must be observed E WARNING The fire extinguisher must always be secured safely so that they do not come loose when making an emergency braking or in a vehicle collision which could cause injuries to occupants FF Note The fire extinguisher must comply with national legal requirements Pay attention to t
92. a speed of no more than 40 km h J The low beam is switched on or the light switch is in the position AUTO and the low beam is switched on v The daytime running lights are not switched on JV The fog lights are not switched on Note The two fog lights are switched on when you shift into the reverse gear Rear fog light N Read and observe H on page 53 first Switching on off gt Turn the light switch to position 20 or Fig 39 on page 56 gt Pull the light switch to position 2 The rear fog light is switched off in the reverse order If the vehicle is not fitted with fog lights page 56 the rear fog light is switch ed on by turning the light switch to the position 20 and is pulled out directly to the position 2 This switch can only be put into one position The warning light 02 lights up in the instrument cluster when the rear fog light is switched on page 30 Only the rear fog light on the trailer lights up if the vehicle has a factory fitted towing device or a towing device from SKODA original accessories and it is driven with a trailer COMING HOME LEAVING HOME N Read and observe H on page 53 first COMING HOME hereinafter referred to only as a function switches the light automatically for a short time after leaving the vehicle LEAVING HOME hereinafter referred to only as a function switches the light automatically for a short time when approaching the vehicle The function switches on the
93. ached to the doors a If children adopt an incorrect seated position when travelling they may be exposed to an increased risk of injury in the event of an accident This can result in serious injuries page 19 Child seat H WARNING a Only hang light items of clothing on the hooks fitted in the vehicle Never leave any heavy or sharp edged objects in the pockets of the items of clothing Ensure that there are no excessive forces such as violent knocks kicks etc impact on the backrests of the seats otherwise the system may be damaged The side airbags would not be deployed in such a case a Any seat or protective covers which you fit to the driver or front passen ger seats must only be of the type expressly authorized by SKODA In view of the fact that the airbag inflates out of the backrest of the seat use of non approved seat or protective covers would considerably impair the pro tective function of the side airbag Any damage to the original seat covers in the area of the side airbag mod ule must be repaired immediately by a specialist garage The airbag modules in the front seats must not display any damage cracks or deep scratches It is not permissible to use force in order to open the modules Head airbags ON Fig 11 Location of the head airbag gas filled head airbag In the event of a severe side collision the head airbag system offers additional protection for the head and neck area of passengers The he
94. ad 108 Hooks 76 Horn 25 Index 179 Hydraulic Brake Assist HBA 103 l Ice scrapers 121 Ignition see ignition lock 94 Ignition lock 94 Immobilizer 93 Indicator lights 30 Individual settings Locking 47 Unlocking 47 Inertia reels 13 Information system 37 Compass point display 43 Display a low temperature 38 Door warning 39 Gear recommendation 38 MAXI DOT display 42 Multifunction display 39 Operation 37 Service interval display 43 instrument cluster Auto Check Control 29 Instrument cluster 26 Counter for distance driven 28 Display 27 Display of the second speed 29 Fuel gauge 28 Indicator lights 30 Overview 26 Revolution counter 27 see instrument cluster 26 Speedometer 27 Temperature gauge 27 Interior care 122 Natural leather 123 Interior monitor 50 ISOFIX 22 180 Index J Jack 146 Jump starting 153 154 K Key Locking 47 Start the engine 94 Unlocking 47 L Leather Natural leather care 123 LEAVING HOME 57 Lever Main beam 55 Turn signal 55 Windscreen wipers 61 lever lock selection automatic gearbox indicator light 36 Light COMING HOME LEAVING HOME 57 Daytime running lights 54 Fog lights with CORNER function 56 Parking light 58 Replacing bulbs 162 Lighting Luggage compartment 75 Lights 53 Automatic driving lamp control 55 Beam
95. ad airbags are positioned above the doors on both sides of the vehicle interior Fig 11 A In the event of a side collision the head airbag is deployed together with the relevant side airbag and the front seat belt tensioner on the side of the car on which the accident occurs When deployed the airbag covers the window area of the front and rear doors as well as the area of the door pillar Fig 11 B Head impact with interior parts is reduced by the inflated head airbag The re duction in any impact to the head and the resultant minimizing of any move Note In vehicles with side airbags a label with the lettering AIRBAG is located on the front seat backrests ments of the head additionally reduce the risk of injuries to the neck area HH WARNING There must not be any objects in the deployment area of the head air bags which might prevent the airbags from inflating properly a Only hang light items of clothing on the hooks fitted in the vehicle Never leave any heavy or sharp edged objects in the pockets of the items of clothing Additionally clothes hangers must not be used to hang up items of clothing Airbag system 17 EJ WARNING Continued The installation of impermissible accessories in the vicinity of the head airbags can considerably impair the protection offered by the head airbag in the event of it being deployed When the deployed head airbag is inflated parts of the accessories fitted could be t
96. ad and observe H on page 26 first The display can show the current speed in mph This feature is provided for driving in countries with different speed units MAXI DOT display The display of the second speed can be set in the Alt speed dis menu item page 42 Settings Segment display gt Press the 5 Fig 19 on page 26 key repeatedly until the odometer display flashes page 28 gt Press the 6 key while the display flashes The second speed is displayed instead of the odometer The display of the second speed can be disabled in the same way 1 For models with the speedometer in mph the second speed is displayed in km h Auto Check Control N Read and observe H on page 26 first Vehicle condition Certain functions and vehicle systems are checked continuously when the igni tion is switched on Some error messages and other information are displayed in the MAXI DOT display The messages are displayed simultaneously with the icons in the MAXI DOT display or with the warning lights in the instrument cluster page 30 Indicator lights The menu item Vehicle status is shown in the main menu of the MAXI DOT display whenever at least one fault message exists After selecting this menu the first of the error messages is displayed If there are several error messages the display will show 1 3 for example be low the message This indicates that the first of a total of three error messag es is being displa
97. age 19 Transporting children safely Adjust the seats and head restraints page 63 Examples of incorrect seated positions AN Read and observe H on page 7 first Maximum seat belt protection is only achieved if seat belts are fastened cor rectly Incorrect seated positions considerably reduce the protective functions of the seat belts and therefore increase the risk of injury due to an incorrect routing of the seat belt The driver is fully responsible for himself and passengers especially children Never allow a passenger to adopt an incorrect seated position when the car is moving The following list contains instructions which if not observed may cause seri ous injuries or death This list is not complete however we would like you to familiarise yourself with this subject Observe the following instructions while driving Do not stand up Do not stand on the seats Do not kneel on the seats Do not tilt the seat backrest too far back Do not lean against the dash panel Do not lie on the rear seats Do not sit only on the front part of the seat Do not sit facing to the side ee ee oS KKK KR KK Do not lean out of the window Do not put your feet out of the window Do not put your feet on the dash panel Do not put your feet on the seat cushion Do not allow anybody to travel in the footwell Do not drive without fastening your seat belt Do not delay in the luggage compartment Passive Safety
98. age 80 first If the cooling system does not operate at outside temperatures higher than 5 C there is a problem in the system The reasons for this may be gt One of the fuses has blown Check the fuse and replace if necessa ry page 159 gt The cooling system has switched off automatically for a short time because the coolant temperature of the engine is too hot page 27 If you are not able to resolve the operational problem yourself or if the cooler output has reduced switch off the cooling system and seek assistance from a specialist garage CO Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Introductory information 85 Phone Phonebook 86 Operating the phone on the multifunction steering wheel 86 Symbols in the display 87 Connecting the mobile phone to the hands free system 87 Telephone operation in the MAXI DOT display 88 SKODA permits the operation of mobile phones and two way radio systems with a professionally installed external aerial and a maximum transmission power of up to 10 watts Please consult a SKODA Partner for information about the possibility of instal ling and operating mobile phones and two way radio systems with a transmis sion power of more than 10 W Operating mobile phones or two way radio systems may interfere with the functionality of the electronic systems in your vehicle The reasons for this are as follows gt no external aerial g
99. aintain the properties of the oil In exceptional cases a maximum of 0 5 of specification VW 502 00 only for petrol engines or specification VW 505 01 only for diesel engines engine oil can be used to refill once Other engine oils must not be used risk of engine damage Checking the oil level Fig 115 Principle sketch Dipstick N Read and observe H and on page 130 first The dipstick indicates the engine oil level Dipstick Fig 115 A The oil level must be within this range The oil can be checked and topped up if the following conditions are satisfied J The vehicle is standing on a horizontal surface JV The engine operating temperature is reached JV The engine is turned off v The bonnet is open Checking the level gt Wait a few minutes until the engine oil flows back into the oil trough gt Pull out the dipstick gt Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth and insert it again to the stop Inspecting and replenishing 131 gt Pull the dipstick out again and check the oil level The engine consumes a little oil The oil consumption may be as much as 0 5 I 1000 km depending on your style of driving and the conditions under which you operate your vehicle Consumption may be slightly higher than this during the first 5 000 km The oil level must be checked at regular intervals In case of low oil level the display of the instrument cluster shows a check mark and the corresponding messa
100. ake fluid level An insufficient level of brake fluid may result in problems in the brake system The level of the brake fluid is monitored electronically page 31 Brake sys tem Brake booster The brake booster increases the pressure generated with the brake pedal The brake booster only operates when the engine is running Starting off and Driving 95 E WARNING Only apply the brakes for the purpose of drying and cleaning the brake discs if the traffic conditions permit this Do not place any other road users in jeopardy Handbrake Fig 89 Handbrake A Read and observe H and M on page 95 first The hand brake is used when stopping and parking for securing the vehicle against unwanted movement Apply gt Pull the handbrake lever firmly upwards Release gt Pull the handbrake lever up slightly and at the same time push in the locking button Fig 89 gt Move the lever right down while pressing the lock button The handbrake warning light lights up when the handbrake is applied pro vided the ignition is on A warning signal sounds if the vehicle is inadvertently driven off with the handbrake applied The following instruction is shown in the MAXI DOT display Release parking brake The handbrake warning is activated if the vehicle is driven at a speed of more than around 6 km h for more than 3 seconds 96 Driving E WARNING Please note that the handbrake must be fully released A handbrake
101. an independent workshop KODA service partner A Workshop that has been contractually authorized by the manufacturer KODA AUTO a s or its sales partner to perform service tasks on SKODA vehicles and to sell SKODA Genuine Parts KODA partner A company that has been authorized by the manufacturer SKODA AUTO a s or its sales partner to sell new SKODA vehicles and when applicable to service them using SKODA Genuine Parts and sell SKODA Genuine Parts Owner s Manual These operating instructions apply to all body variants of the vehicle and to all related models This Owner s Manual describes all possible equipment variants without identi fying them as special equipment model variants or market dependent equip ment Consequently your vehicle does not need to contain all of the equipment components described in this Owner s Manual The level of equipment in your vehicle refers to your purchase contract for the vehicle More information is available from the SKODA Partner from whom you bought the vehicle The illustrations can differ in minor details from your vehicle they are only in tended for general information Supplementary Information applies to Russia The full type approval number of the means of transport is indicated in the registration documents Abbreviations Safety Passive Safety General information Correct and safe seated position Seat belts Using seat belts In
102. and H on page 103 first Approximate range of sensors Area Fig 96 Distance behind the vehicle in cm A 160 60 Acoustic signals and display The interval between the acoustic signals becomes shorter as the clearance is reduced A continuous tone sounds from a distance of approx 30 cm danger area From this moment on do not continue reversing Description of the indications in the radio or navigation system display the radio instruction manual navigation system user guide Activation deactivation N Read and observe H and H on page 103 first The system is activated automatically by engaging the reverse gear This is confirmed by a brief audible signal The system is deactivated by disengaging reverse gear Displaying an error If a warning signal sounds for about 3 seconds after activating the system and there is no obstacle close to your car this indicates a system fault Seek help from a specialist garage 104 Driving Note For vehicles with a factory fitted towing device the system cannot be activa ted when towing a trailer CQ Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Functioning 104 Operating Description 105 The Cruise Control System CCS maintains a set speed without you having to actuate the accelerator pedal The state where the GRA maintains the speed is referred to hereinafter as the control E WARNING The GRA only serves to su
103. any snow should be removed from the washer nozzle fixtures and ice should be cleared with a de icing spray EE CAUTION Never remove the nozzles from the headlight cleaning system by hand risk of damage QJ Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Interior mirror 62 Exterior mirror 62 Lights and visibility 61 Ey WARNING a Make sure that the mirror is not covered by ice snow mist or other ob jects a Convex curved outward or aspheric exterior mirrors increase the field of vision They do however make objects appear smaller in the mirror These mirrors are therefore only of limited use for estimating distances to the fol lowing vehicles Whenever possible use the interior mirror for estimating the distances to the following vehicles The illuminated display of an external navigation unit can lead to opera tional faults to the automatic dimming interior mirror risk of accident HU WARNING The mirrors with automatic dimming contain an electrolyte liquid which can escape if mirror glass is broken The leaking electrolytic fluid can irritate the skin eyes and breath appara tus Immediately seek out fresh air and leave the vehicle If this is not pos sible at least open the window If you swallow electrolytic fluid seek medical assistance immediately If your eyes or skin come into contact with the electrolytic fluid immedi ately wash the affected area for a fe
104. ap B Fig 149 on page 163 Insert Removing replacing the bulb for the parking light gt Remove the protective cap B Fig 149 on page 163 gt Remove the bulb holder with the bulb by jiggling it out in the direction of the arrow 1 Fig 151 gt Remove the faulty bulb from the holder in the direction of the arrow 2 gt Insert a new bulb in the bulb holder up to the stop gt Replace the bulb holder in the headlamp with the bulb gt Fit protective cap B Fig 149 on page 163 Insert 164 Do it yourself Changing the front turn signal bulb Fig 152 Principle sketch Bulb for indica tor A Read and observe H and on page 163 first gt Turn the socket with the bulb Fig 152 as far as it will go in the direction of the arrow and then remove it gt Remove the bulb insert the socket with the new bulb and turn in the oppo site direction to that of the arrow to the stop Replacing the bulb for the fog light Fig 153 Front bumper Protective grille removing the fog light Fig 154 _ Replacing the light bulb BNH 0307 A Read and observe H and on page 163 first Removing the protective grille gt Undo the protective grille in the area of the arrow Fig 153 A using the clamp for removing the wheel trims page 146 Vehicle tool kit gt Remove the protective grille in the direction of the arrow 1 Fig 153 Changing light bulbs for fog lights gt Unscrew the scre
105. arging when the battery is put under high levels of strain This manifests it self by the following gt The idling speed is raised to allow the generator to deliver more electricity to the electrical system gt Where necessary large convenience consumers such as seat heaters and rear window heaters have their power limited or are shut off completely in the event of an emergency Inspecting and replenishing 137 EE CAUTION Despite such intervention by the vehicle electric system management the vehicle battery may be drained For example when the ignition is switched on a long time with the engine turned off or the side or parking lights are turned on during longer parking Consumers that are supplied via a 12 V power socket can cause the vehicle battery to discharge when the ignition is switched off EF Note Driving comfort is not impaired by consumers being deactivated The driver is often not aware of it having taken place 138 General Maintenance CQ Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Service life of tyres 139 New tyres 140 Unidirectional tyres 141 E WARNING The national legal regulations must be observed for the use of tyres U WARNING Instructions for the use of tyres For the first 500 km new tyres do not yet provide optimum grip and ap propriate care should therefore be taken when driving risk of accident Only use radial tyres of the same type
106. arts can be damaged if petrol with a lower octane number than the one prescribed is used Even in the event of an emergency petrol of a lower octane number than 91 RON must not be used otherwise the engine can be severely damaged TE CAUTION In no case may fuel additives with metal components be used especially not with manganese and iron content There is a risk of causing considerable dam age to parts of the engine or exhaust system TE CAUTION Do not use fuels with metal components such as LRP lead replacement petrol may be used There is a risk of causing considerable damage to parts of the engine or exhaust system Note Unleaded petrol that has a higher octane number than that required by the engine can be used without limitations On vehicles with prescribed unleaded petrol 95 91 92 or 93 RON the use of petrol with a higher octane number than 95 RON does not result in a noticea ble power increase or a lower fuel consumption On vehicles using prescribed unleaded petrol of min 95 RON the use of pet rol with a higher octane number than 95 RON can increase the power and re duce fuel consumption Diesel fuel AN Read and observe M on page 125 first The vehicle can only be operated with diesel fuel that meets the EN 590 standard All diesel engines can be operated using diesel fuel with at most 7 biodiesel B7 2 Operation in winter Winter grade diesel fuel In the cold season only use winter
107. assist systems would then fail to function risk of accident The increased safety provided by the brake assist systems must not tempt you to take safety risks risk of accident a Adjust the speed and driving style to the current visibility weather road and traffic conditions Electronic Stability Control ESC Fig 95 Press the ESC system Activat ing deactivating TCS 102 Driving N Read and observe H on page 102 first The ESC improves vehicle stability in dynamic driving situations such as when the vehicle starts to skid The ESC monitors whether the desired direction of the current vehicle motion is occurring In case of any deviation e g oversteer the ESC automatically brakes individual wheels to maintain the desired direction During an intervention of the system the warning light amp flashes in the instru ment cluster The ESC system cannot be deactivated The amp Fig 95 button can only be used to deactivate the TCS page 102 A The warning light lights up in the instrument cluster when the ASR is deacti vated The TCS should normally always be enabled The system should be deactivated only in the following situations for example gt When driving with snow chains gt When driving in deep snow or on a very loose surface gt When rocking a car free when it has become stuck Antilock Braking System ABS AN Read and observe H on page 102 first ABS prevents the whee
108. at you have the light connection checked by a specialist garage a Ensure that the vehicle paintwork and the tail lamp are not damaged when removing and installing the tail lamp Replacing bulbs in rear light Moy o jai BNH 0192 Fig 158 Outer part of the lamp inner part of the lamp N Read and observe H and H on page 163 first Outer part of the lamp gt Turn the bulb holder 1 Fig 158 in an anti clockwise direction and remove it from the lamp housing gt Replace the bulb reinsert the holder with the bulb into the lamp housing and turn to the stop in a clockwise direction Inner part of the lamp gt Unlock the bulb holder using the locking latches marked with ar rows Fig 158 A and remove the bulb holder from the tail lamp gt Turn the respective bulb Fig 158 B until it stops counter clockwise and re move it from the bulb holder gt Insert a new bulb into the holder and turn in a clockwise direction to the stop gt Insert the bulb holder in the tail lamp assembly All locking mechanisms must audibly snap into place Fuses and light bulbs 167 Technical data CQO Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Vehicle characteristics 168 Operating weight and payload 168 Measurement of fuel consumption and CO2 emissions according to ECE Regulations and EU Directives 169 Dimensions 170 Angle 171 Vehicle specific detail
109. ate CAUTION If at least one door has been opened the vehicle cannot be locked 48 Using the system Child safety lock BNH 0298 Fig 31 Rear door left right N Read and observe H and on page 45 first The child safety lock prevents the rear door from being opened from the in side The door can only be opened from the outside Switching the cooling system on and off Fig 31 Switching on Switching off You can switch the child safety lock on and off using the vehicle key Opening closing a door BNH 0179 Fig 32 Door handle door opening lever CQ Read and observe H and on page 45 first Opening from the outside gt Unlock the vehicle and pull the door handle A Fig 32 on the door you wish to open Opening from the inside gt Pull on door opening lever B of the respective door and push the door away from you Closing from the inside gt Grasp pull handle C and close the door E WARNING a Make sure that the door has closed correctly as it can open suddenly while driving risk of death Only open and close the door when there is no one in the opening closing range risk of injury An opened door can close automatically if there is a strong wind or the vehicle is on an incline risk of injury a Never drive with the doors open there is a risk of death CQ Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Activating deactivating 50 Interior
110. ation hose 7 from the tyre valve gt Drive the vehicle 10 metres forwards or backwards to allow the sealing agent to distribute in the tyre gt Firmly screw the tyre inflation hose 7 back onto the tyre valve and repeat the inflation process gt If you cannot reach the required tyre inflation pressure here either this means the tyre has sustained too much damage You cannot seal with tyre with the breakdown kit H gt Switch off the air compressor gt Remove the tyre inflation hose 7 from the tyre valve Once a tyre inflation pressure of 2 0 2 5 bar is achieved continue the journey at a maximum speed of 80 km h 50 mph Check the tyre inflation pressure after driving for 10 minutes page 153 E WARNING a If you cannot inflate the tyre to at least 2 0 bar this means the damage sustained was too serious The sealing agent cannot be used to seal the tyre Do not drive the vehicle Seek help from a specialist garage a During inflation the tyre inflation hose and air compressor may get hot Do not place the hot tyre inflation hose or hot air compressor on flamma ble materials there is a risk of fire CAUTION Switch off the air compressor after running 8 minutes at the latest there is a risk of overheating Allow the air compressor to cool a few minutes before switching it on again Check after 10 minutes driving AN Read and observe H on page 151 first Check the tyre inflation pr
111. ation number VIN vehicle body number is stamped into the engine compartment on the right hand suspension strut dome This num ber is also located on a sign on the lower left hand edge below the windscreen together with a VIN bar code and on the type plate Engine number The engine number three digit identifier and serial number is stamped on the engine block H WARNING Do not exceed the specified maximum permissible weights risk of acci dent and damage Operating weight and payload Operating weight This value represents the minimum operating weight without additional weight increasing equipment such as air conditioning system spare wheel or trailer hitch The specified operating weight is for orientation purposes only The operating weight also contains the weight of the driver 75 kg the weight of the operating fluids the tool kit and a fuel tank filled to 90 capacity Operating weight of the vehicle page 172 Vehicle specific details per en gine type Payload It is possible to calculate the approximate maximum payload from the differ ence between the permissible total weight and the operating weight The payload consists of the following weights gt The weight of the passengers gt The weight of all items of luggage and other loads gt The weight of the roof including the roof rack system gt The weight of the equipment that is excluded from the operating weight gt Trailer drawbar loa
112. ature range If the pointer reaches the red area of the scale the coolant temperature is too high Further information page 32 amp Coolant EE CAUTION Additional headlights and other attached components in front of the air inlet impair the cooling efficiency of the coolant Never cover the radiator there is a risk of the engine overheating Fuel gauge BNH 0282 Fig 22 Fuel gauge A Read and observe H on page 26 first The display provides information on the fuel level in the container Fuel gauge types Fig 22 A Indication in the instrument cluster with the MAXI DOT display B Indication in the display of the instrument cluster with the Segment Dis play The display only works if the ignition is switched on 28 Using the system The fuel tank has a capacity of about 55 litres The warning light lights up when the amount of fuel reaches the reserve zone page 35 The reserve zone is indicated by the red area of the scale Fig 22 A or by displaying only the last two segments of the scale Fig 22 B in the magnify ing glass EE CAUTION Never drive until the fuel tank is completely empty The irregular supply of fuel can cause misfiring This can result in considerable damage to parts of the en gine and the exhaust system Note After filling up it can occur that during dynamic driving e g numerous curves braking driving downhill
113. ay have AUX or MDI inputs AUX and USB for connecting external audio sources The connected external audio sources e g iPod or MP3 player can then be used for audio playback on your factory installed radio or radio navigation sys tem Extension cables to connect external sources are available from KODA origi nal accessories For a description of use refer to the operating instructions for the relevant ra dio or navigation system 92 Using the system Call up the main menu AUX input The AUX input is located in one of the following places gt Between the front seats in the centre console Fig 87 A gt On the front of the Amundsen navigation system Multi Device Interface MDI input If vehicles are equipped with the MDI input this will be located above the stor age compartment in the front centre console Fig 87 B External sources such as iPod iPad or iPhone connected to the MDI input can be operated via your unit When the ignition is on and a device is connected via a connecting cable the device battery is charged CQO Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Electronic immobilizer 93 Lock unlock steering lock 93 Switch on the ignition and start the engine 94 Switching off the engine 94 With the key in the ignition the ignition can be switched on and off and the engine can be started stopped H WARNING a Whi
114. bserve H on page 10 first The seat belt height adjuster makes it possible to adjust the routing of the front seat belts in the area of the shoulder to the body size gt Press the seat belt height adjuster and move up or down in the desired di rection Fig 7 gt Then pull firmly on the belt to ensure that the seat belt height adjuster has correctly locked in place CQ Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Inertia reels 13 Belt tensioners 13 Inertia reels Each seat belt is equipped with an inertia reel When pulling slowly on the seat belt the belt can move freely When pulling sharply on the seat belt the movement is locked by the inertia reel The belts also lock when full braking when the car accelerates when driving downhill and when cornering U WARNING If the seat belt does not lock when pulling sharply on it have it inspected immediately by a specialist garage Belt tensioners Safety for the driver and front passenger wearing their seat belts is enhanced by the belt tensioners fitted to the inertia reels of the front three point seat belts The three point seat belts are automatically tensioned in the event of a frontal collision of a certain severity The belt tensioners can also be deployed if the seat belts are not fastened The seat belts are automatically tensioned in the event of a collision of a cer tain severity Belt tensioners are not activated
115. can occur if handled in an unprofessional way The following guidelines must be observed The mounts on the cover C Fig 76 must be engaged into the bolts on the side trim panel B The items which are transported must not exceed the height of the lug gage compartment cover in the lower position The cover must not be jammed in the seal of the boot lid when it is in the opened position There must be no object in the gap between the opened cover and the rear backrest Note a If the support straps A Fig 76 are attached to the boot then the boot cov er will raise when the boot is opened After removing the luggage compartment cover store it in such a way that it cannot be damaged or soiled Parking position of the boot cover Fig 77 Parking position of the luggage compartment cover N Read and observe H and on page 75 first The boot cover can be stowed behind the seat backrest Adjusting gt Slide the dismantled cover between the rear seat backrest and the bolt A Fig 77 Transporting and practical equipment 77 WARNING The luggage compartment cover in the parking position restricts the driv er s view at the back Storage compartments in the boot ee Fig 78 Remove the tray cover EE E A Read and observe H and H on page 75 first The side compartment covers can be removed to increase the size of the lug gage compartment Removing Inserting gt Grasp the top part
116. ce with national legal provisions Replacing the battery in the remote control key Fig 138 Remove cover take out battery A Read and observe M on page 156 first The battery change is carried out as follows gt Flip out the key gt Press off the battery cover A Fig 138 with your thumb or using a flat screwdriver in the region of the arrows 1 gt Remove the discharged battery from the key by pressing the battery down in the region of the arrow 2 gt Insert the new battery gt Place the battery cover A on the key and press it down until it clicks into place EF Note The key has to be synchronised if the vehicle cannot be unlocked or locked with the remote control key after replacing the battery page 157 a If a key has an affixed decorative cover this will be destroyed when the bat tery is replaced A replacement cover can be purchased from a SKODA Partner Synchronising the remote control I Read and observe M on page 156 first If the vehicle does not unlock when pressing the remote control the key may not be synchronised This can occur when the buttons on the remote control key are actuated a number of times outside of the operative range of the equipment or the battery in the remote control key has been replaced Synchronise the key as follows gt Press any button on the remote control key gt Pressing of the button means that the door will unlock with the key within 1 minute
117. ch as bags The hooks are located on both sides of the luggage compartment Fig 75 AE CAUTION The maximum permissible load of the hook is 7 5 kg Luggage compartment cover Fig 76 Secure luggage compartment cover A Read and observe H and on page 75 first The boot cover can be removed if you want to transport bulky goods Removing gt Unhook the support straps A Fig 76 from the boot gt On the underside of the cover in the area between the bolts tap B gt Remove the cover The dismantled luggage compartment cover can be stowed away behind the rear seat backrest in the so called parking position page 77 Installing gt Place the cover on the contact surfaces of the side trim panel gt Position the mounts on the cover C Fig 76 onto the side trim panel via bolts B gt Interlock the cover by lightly knocking on the top side of the cover in the area between the bolts gt Hook the support straps A onto the tailgate H WARNING No objects are to be placed on the boot cover This could endanger the ve hicle occupants during sudden braking or vehicle impact EE CAUTION The maximum permissible load of the luggage compartment cover is 1 kg a Please ensure that the heating elements for the rear window heater are not damaged as a result of objects placed in this area When closing the boot lid jamming and damage to the luggage compartment cover or the side trim panel
118. change now appears once the ignition has been switched on Inspection If an inspection is due the following message appears Inspection in km or days As soon as the service interval date has been reached the message Inspec tion now appears once the ignition has been switched on Displaying the distance and days until the next service interval You can view the remaining distance and days until the next service appoint ment at any time when the ignition is switched on by going to the Service menu item page 42 Settings or from the Vehicle status in the main menu of the Maxi DOTdisplay page 42 Main menu The following message is displayed for 10 seconds Oil change km days Inspection km days Information system 43 Prompt in the segment display Fig 27 Segment display Example of a message D rT a 0 1 4 1 2 3 4 7 Explanation of illustration Fig 27 Service due A Differentiating between types of service Days remaining until the next service interval Kilometres remaining until the next service interval Differentiating between types of service The service type is determined by the number in position A Fig 27 1 Oil change service 2 Inspection Service due If a service becomes due then the following information is displayed for about 10 seconds Fig 27 gt The number 1 or 2 is displayed in position A gt The symbol and the number of day
119. cidents These individu als might also not be able to leave the vehicle on their own or to help themselves Can be fatal at very high or very low temperatures a f the car is locked from the outside and the safelock system is switched on there must not be any person in the car as it is then not possible to open either a door or a window from the inside The locked doors make it more difficult for rescuers to get into the vehicle in an emergency risk to life EE CAUTION Each key contains electronic components therefore it must be protected against moisture and severe shocks Keep the groove of the keys absolutely clean Impurities textile fibres dust etc have a negative effect on the functionality of the locking cylinder and ig nition lock The battery must be replaced if the central locking or anti theft alarm system does react to the remote control at less than approx 3 metres away page 157 a When leaving the vehicle always check if it is locked Unlocking andopening 45 Note If you lose a key please contact a specialist garage which will be able to pro vide you with a new one a 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 Unlocking locking with the remote control Fig 28 Remote control key A Read and observe H and F on page 45 first Unlocking locking using the remote c
120. come into contact with corrosive liquids e g acids The seat belts must be fully dried before being rolled up CQ Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Refuelling 125 Lead free petrol 126 Diesel fuel 127 The correct fuel grades for your vehicle are specified on the inside of the fuel filler flap Fig 110 on page 125 TE CAUTION Never drive until the fuel tank is completely empty The irregular supply of fuel can cause misfiring which can result in damage to parts of the engine and the exhaust system Immediately remove any fuel that has spilled onto the vehicle s paintwork risk of paint damage a f the vehicle was not purchased in the country where it was intended to be operated you should check whether the fuel specified by the manufacturer is offered in the country where the vehicle will be operated You should also per haps check whether the manufacturer has recommended a different fuel for operation of the vehicle in the corresponding country If no prescribed fuel is available then you must check whether it is permitted by the manufacturer to operate the vehicle with another fuel type Refuelling BNH 0274 Fig 110 Tank closure A Read and observe M on page 125 first Refuelling can be done if the following conditions are met v The vehicle is unlocked v The engine and the ignition are switched off gt Press on the fuel filler flap in the d
121. d a Ensure that there are no objects in the driver s footwell as they may get caught behind the pedals when driving or applying the braking You would then no longer be able to operate the clutch brake or acceleration pedals Adjusting the steering wheel position Fig 2 Adjusting the steering wheel po j sition A Read and observe H on page 7 first The height and forward back position of the steering wheel can be adjusted gt Swivel the lever underneath the steering wheel downwards Fig 2 gt Adjust the steering wheel to the desired position with regard to the height and forward back position gt Push the lever upwards to the stop 1 Not valid for sport seats 8 Safety E WARNING The lever for adjusting the steering wheel must be locked whilst driving so that the steering wheel cannot accidentally change position during the journey risk of accident a Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving only when the vehicle is stationary Correct seated position for the front passenger AN Read and observe H on page 7 first For passenger safety and to reduce the risk of injury in an accident the follow ing instructions must be observed Position the front passenger seat back as far as possible The front pas senger must maintain a distance of at least 25 cm to the dash panel so that the airbag offers the greatest possible safety if it is deployed v Adjust the head restraint such that
122. d and observe H on page 30 first If the warning light illuminates operate the brake pedal 36 Using the system QO Read and observe H on page 30 first The warning light 20 illuminates when the main beam or the headlight flasher is operated CQ Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Using the information system 37 Display a low temperature 38 Gear recommendation 38 Door boot or engine compartment warning 39 The information system provides the driver with alerts and messages about in dividual vehicle systems This information and advice is shown in the instrument cluster display or indi cated by the illumination of the corresponding indicator light in the instrument cluster The information system provides the following information and instructions depending on vehicle equipment gt Data relating to the multi function display MFD page 39 gt Data relating to the Maxi DOT display page 42 gt Service interval display page 43 gt Auto Check Control page 29 gt Selector lever positions for an automatic gearbox page 98 H WARNING Concentrate fully on your driving at all times As the driver you are fully re sponsible for the operation of your vehicle Using the information system Fig 24 Buttons wheel on the operating lever on the multifunction steering wheel A Read and observe H on page 37 first Some functions of
123. d head restraint 63 Selector lever Refer to Selector lever 98 Service 116 Service interval display 43 Setting 29 seats and head restraints 63 Setting the 29 Side airbag 16 Snow chains 144 Spare change 143 spare wheel 142 change 143 instructions 143 Speedometer 27 See speedometer 27 Speed symbol See Wheels 141 Spoiler 117 START STOP 105 Manually deactivating activating the system _ 107 Operating conditions of the system 106 operation in vehicles with automatic gearbox 106 operation in vehicles with manual gearbox __ 106 system related automatic start up 107 Starting engine Jump starting 153 Starting the engine Jump starting 154 START STOP Information messages 107 Jump starting 154 Start the engine 94 Stating and turning off the engine 93 Steering wheel 8 Stopping 96 Storage 68 Storage compartment Glasses compartment 73 in the centre console 69 in the front arm rest 72 on the front passenger side 73 Storage compartments 68 Storage compartments in the boot 78 Storage pockets on the front seats 74 Stowage compartments in the doors 68 Sun visors 60 Switching off the engine 94 Switch light on off 53 T Taking care of your vehicle Automatic car wash system 118 High pressure cleaner 119 Washing by hand 118 Wash system 118 TCS Operation 102 Technical data 168 Telephone 85 Tiptronic 99 tire pressure monito
124. d vehicle rollover Deployment factors It is not possible to generally determine which deployment conditions apply to the airbag system in every situation An important role is played by factors such as the type of object that the vehicle hits hard soft the impact angle vehicle speed etc A decisive factor for the deployment of the airbags is the deceleration which occurs The control unit analyses the nature of the collision and activates the relevant restraint system If the vehicle deceleration which occurs and is measured during the collision remains below the prescribed reference values specified in the control unit the airbags are not deployed although the vehicle may well suffer severe dam age to the bodywork as a consequence of the accident The following airbags will be deployed in the event of a severe frontal collision gt Driver s front airbag gt Front passenger airbag The following airbags will be deployed in the event of a severe side collision gt Front side airbag on the side of the accident gt Head airbags on the side of the accident In the event of an accident in which the airbags are deployed gt the interior lighting comes on if the switch for the interior light is in the door contact position gt the hazard warning light is switched on gt all the doors are unlocked gt the fuel supply to the engine is interrupted CQO Introduction This chapter contains information on the follow
125. d when towing a trailer max 50 kg Note If required you can find out the precise weight of your vehicle at a specialist garage Measurement of fuel consumption and CO emissions according to ECE Regulations and EU Directives The data on fuel consumption and CO emissions were not available at the time of going to press The data on fuel consumption and CO gt emissions are given on the KODA websites or in the sales and technical vehicle documentation The measurement of the intra urban cycle begins with a cold start of the en gine Afterwards urban driving is simulated In the extra urban driving cycle the vehicle is accelerated and decelerated in all gears corresponding to daily routine driving conditions The driving speed varies between 0 and 120 km h The calculation of the combined fuel consumption considers a weighting of about 37 for the intra urban cycle and 63 for the extra urban cycle Note a The fuel consumption and emission levels given on the KODA websites or in the commercial and technical vehicle documentation have been established in accordance with rules and under conditions that are set out by legal or techni cal rules for the determination of operational and technical data of motor vehi cles Depending on the extent of the equipment the driving style traffic condi tions weather influences and vehicle condition consumption values can in practice result in fuel economy figures in the use
126. ded for this pur pose a Always raise the vehicle with the doors closed Never position any body parts such as arms or legs under the vehicle while the vehicle is raised with a lifting jack When the vehicle is raised never start the engine EN WARNING Information on the wheel bolts The wheel bolts must be clean and must turn easily Never apply grease or oil The prescribed tightening torque of the wheel bolts for steel and light al loy wheels is 120 Nm a f the wheel bolts are tightened to a too low tightening torque the rim can come loose when the car is moving A tightening torque which is too high can damage the bolts and threads and this can result in permanent deformation of the contact surfaces on the rim a In case of incorrect treatment of the wheel bolts the wheel can loosen when the car is moving Note The national legal requirements must be observed when changing a wheel Preliminary work N Read and observe H on page 147 first Always change a wheel on a level surface as far as possible The following steps must be carried out before actually changing the wheel gt Have all of the occupants get out of the vehicle While changing a tyre the occupants of the vehicle should not stand on the road they should instead remain behind a crash barrier gt Switch off the engine Emergency equipment and self help 147 gt Move the gearshift lever into Neutral or move the selector lever for the auto
127. difies the vehicle interior The heating effect is dependent upon the coolant temperature thus full heat output only occurs when the engine has reached its operating temperature The cooling system only operates if the following conditions are met vV The cooling system is switched on v The engine is running The outside temperature is above approx 2 C J The blower is switched on If the cooling system is switched on the temperature and air humidity drops in the vehicle The cooling system prevents the windows from misting up during winter months It is possible to briefly activate re circulated air mode to enhance the cooling effect page 81 E WARNING For your own Safety and that of other road users ensure that all the win dows are free of ice snow and misting a The blower should always be on to prevent the windows from misting up 80 Using the system E WARNING Continued a Under certain circumstances air at a temperature of about 5 C can flow out of the vents when the cooling system is switched on To reduce health risks e g common colds the following instructions for the use of the cooling system are to be observed a The difference between the indoor temperature and the outdoor air temperature should not be greater than about 5 C The cooling system is to be turned off about 10 minutes before the end of the journey a Once a year a disinfection of the air conditioner or the Climatronic i
128. disability gt If different seats have been fitted e g orthopaedic seats without side air bags 18 Safety The front passenger airbag can be switched off with the key operated switch page 18 We recommend that you ask a KODA service partner to deactivate any other airbags Monitoring the airbag system The operational capability of the airbag system is monitored electronically in cluding when one of the airbags is switched off Airbag deactivated using diagnostic equipment gt The warning light 2 lights up for approximately 4 seconds after the ignition is switched on and then flashes again for approximately 12 seconds Front passenger airbag deactivated using the key switch in the storage com partment gt The warning light 2 lights up for approximately 3 seconds after the ignition is switched on gt The indicator light OFF2 3 Fig 12 on page 18 lights up after the ignition is switched on A KODA service partner will be able to inform you which if any of your vehi cle s airbags can or must be deactivated Deactivating the front passenger airbag zz PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF 8 IBNH 0017 Fig 12 Key switch for front passenger airbag warning light for front pas senger airbag activation deactivation Only the front passenger airbag is deactivated with the key switch Switching off gt Switch off the ignition gt Open the storage box on the front passenger s side gt Fold t
129. dlights front rear 27 Steering wheel module Headlights front rear 28 Petrol engine Purge valve PTC heater 29 Injection coolant pump Fuses in the engine compartment 30 Fuel pump ignition system cruise control 31 Lambda probe rig Si Vehicle battery Cover for the 32 High pressure fuel pump pressure valve fuse box variant 1 33 Engine control unit 34 Engine control unit vacuum pump 35 Switch illumination number plate light parking light 36 High beam light switch 37 _ Rear fog light DC DC converter lA AAAS 38 Fog lights 39 Air blower for heating 40 Not assigned 41 Heated front seats 42 Rear window heater Fuses and light bulbs 161 Power consumer Fig 147 Vehicle battery Cover for the Interior version 1 Fig 148 fuse box variant 2 Power supply for fuse block version 2 Fig 148 Auxiliary electric heating version 1 Fig 148 Interior version 2 Fig 148 Interior Engine cooling fan control unit for preheating unit Electrohydraulic power steering ABS A Read and observe H and F on page 159 first Radiator fan Replacing fuses Automatic gearbox gt Press the lock buttons on the cover together simultaneously in the direction ABS of the arrow 1 Fig 146 or Fig 147 i a gt Remove the cover in the direction of the arrow 2 Central control unit gt Replace the appropriate fuse Electrical auxiliary heating system gt Place the c
130. e where the new vehicle battery will be installed properly and the original battery will be disposed of in accordance with national regulations Disconnecting and reconnecting A Read and observe H and H on page 135 first Disconnecting gt Switch off the ignition gt First disconnect the negative terminal first then the positive terminal of the battery Connecting gt First connect the positive first then the negative battery terminal After disconnecting and re connecting the vehicle battery the following func tions or devices are partially or completely inoperative Function device Operating measure Enter code number User radio manual or navigation system user manual page 29 Radio or navigation system Time settings EE CAUTION a Disconnect the vehicle battery only with the ignition turned off there is a risk of damaging the electrical system of the vehicle Under no circumstances must the battery cables be connected incorrectly risk of a cable fire Note After disconnecting and re connecting the vehicle battery we recommend having the vehicle checked by a specialist to ensure that the full functionality of all electrical systems is guaranteed The data of the multi function display will be reset Automatic load deactivation A Read and observe H and M on page 135 first The vehicle voltage control unit automatically prevents the battery from dis ch
131. e adapter replace the cap on the anti theft wheel bolt gt Have the tightening torque checked with a torque wrench as soon as possi ble Note a Make a note of the code number hammered into the rear side of the adapter or the rear side of the anti theft wheel bolt This number can be used to pur chase a replacement adapter from SKODA Genuine Parts if required We recommend that you always carry the adapter for the wheel bolts with you in the vehicle It should be stowed in the vehicle tool kit a The anti theft wheel bolt set and adapter can be purchased from a KODA Partner CQO Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Breakdown kit 151 Preparations for using the breakdown kit 152 Sealing and inflating the tyre 152 Check after 10 minutes driving 153 Use the breakdown kit to reliably repair tyre damage caused by foreign bodies or a puncture with diameters up to approx 4 mm A repair made using the breakdown kit is never intended to replace a perma nent repair on the tyre Its purpose is to get you to the nearest specialist ga rage The wheel must not be removed during repair Do not remove foreign bodies e g screws or nails from the tyre The breakdown kit must not be used under the following circumstances gt There is damage to the rim gt The outside temperature is less than 20 C gt The tears or punctures are greater than 4 mm in size gt There is dama
132. e and carry with you en gine oil which complies with the specification for your vehicle a We recommend that you use oils from KODA Original Accessories a f your skin has come into contact with oil it must be washed thoroughly Specification N Read and observe H and on page 130 first Vehicles with variable service intervals Petrol engines Specification 1 2 1 55 kW VW 503 00 VW 504 00 1 2 1 63 kW TSI VW 504 00 1 2 1 77 kW TSI VW 504 00 1 4 1 90 kW TSI VW 503 00 VW 504 00 Diesel engine Specification 1 6 1 66 77 kW TDI CR VW 507 00 a Engine oil VW 505 01 can optionally be used in diesel engines without a DPF Vehicles with fixed service intervals Petrol engines Specification 1 2 1 55 kW VW 501 01 VW 502 00 1 2 1 63 kW TSI VW 502 00 1 2 1 77 kW TSI VW 502 00 1 4 1 90 kW TSI VW 501 01 VW 502 00 1 6 1 77 kW VW 501 01 VW 502 00 If the oils specified above are not available oils according to ACEA A2 or ACEA A3 can be used once for refilling Specification 1 6 1 66 77 kW TDI CR VW 507 00 a Engine oil VW 505 01 can optionally be used in diesel engines without a DPF If the oils specified above are not available oils according to ACEA B3 or ACEA B4 can be used once for refilling EE CAUTION Only the above mentioned oils can be used on vehicles with flexible service in tervals We recommend always refilling with oil of the same specification since this will m
133. e child seat headrest is positioned in front of or at the same height as the loop around fittings on the B pillar on the passenger side gt Set the height adjustable front passenger seat as high up as possible gt Set the front passenger seat belt as high up as possible gt Place and fasten the child seat on the seat and the child in the child seat ac cording to the specifications in the manufacturer s user manual of the child seat E WARNING The front passenger airbag must be deactivated if using a rear facing child seat on the front passenger seat page 18 Deactivating airbags Never use a rear facing child seat on the front passenger seat if the pas senger airbag is activated This child safety seat is positioned in the deploy ment area of the front passenger airbag The airbag may cause the child severe or even fatal injuries in the event of it being deployed a This fact is also indicated by the label that can be found in one of the fol lowing locations On the B column on the front passenger side Fig 13 The sticker is visible upon opening the front passenger door On the front passenger s sun visor In some countries the sticker is lo cated on the front seat passenger s sun visor Fig 14 a With child safety seats in groups 2 or 3 make sure that the loop around fittings attached to the child seat headrest is positioned in front of or at the same height as the loop around fittings on the B pillar on the passe
134. e dash panel behind a cover Replacing fuses gt Remove the cover of the fuse box Fig 144 in the direction of the arrow gt Remove the plastic clip from the holder in the fuse box cover in the dash panel gt Place the clip on the respective fuse and pull this fuse out gt Insert a new fuse gt Reinsert the cover into the dash panel in the opposite direction to the arrow such that the guide pins are guided into the dash panel openings Carefully push the cover in 160 Do it yourself Assignment of the fuses in the dash panel BNH 0109 Fig 145 Schematic representation of the fuse box for vehicles with left hand steering right hand steering A Read and observe H and H on page 159 first Power consumer S contact START STOP Instrument cluster headlight range adjustment telephone oil level sensor diagnostic port dimmable interior rear view mirror Control unit for ABS ESC steering angle sensor strip with switches Petrol engine Speed regulating system Reversing light manual gearbox Ignition engine control unit automatic gearbox Brake pedal switch clutch switch engine cooling fan Operating controls for the heating electronic control unit for air con ditioning system park distance control window lift engine cooling fan heated washer nozzles COOIN DM U BR W N DC DC converter Mirror adjustment Control unit for trailer detection Electronic con
135. e g screw or nail from the tyre gt Unscrew the valve cap gt Use the valve remover 2 to unscrew the valve core and place it on a clean surface rag paper etc 152 Do it yourself Sealing and inflating the tyre AN Read and observe H on page 151 first Sealing gt Forcefully shake the tyre inflater bottle 10 Fig 133 on page 151 back and forth several times gt Firmly screw the inflation hose 3 onto the tyre inflator bottle 10 in a clock wise direction The film on the cap is pierced automatically gt Remove the plug from the inflation hose 3 and plug the open end fully onto the tyre valve gt Hold the bottle 10 with the bottom facing upwards and fill all of the sealing agent from the tyre inflator bottle into the tyre gt Remove the empty tyre inflator bottle from the valve gt Screw the valve core back into the tyre valve using the valve remover 2 Inflating gt Screw the tyre inflation hose 7 Fig 133 on page 151 of the air compressor firmly onto the tyre valve gt Start the engine and run it in idle gt Plug the connector 6 into 12 Volt socket page 71 12 Volt power outlet gt Switch on the air compressor with the ON and OFF switch 9 gt Allow the air compressor to run until a pressure of 2 0 2 5 bar is achieved Maximum run time of 8 minutes H gt Switch off the air compressor gt If you cannot reach an air pressure of 2 0 2 5 bar unscrew the tyre infl
136. e is an automatic re activation of EDL Hydraulic Brake Assist HBA AN Read and observe H on page 102 first The HBA increases the braking effect and helps to reduce the braking dis tance The HBA is activated by the very quick operation of the brake pedal In order to achieve the shortest possible braking distance the brake pedal must be ap plied firmly until the vehicle has come to a standstill The HBA function is automatically deactivated when the brake pedal is re leased Hill Hold Control HHC AN Read and observe H on page 102 first When driving on slopes HHC allows you to move your foot from the brake ped al to the accelerator pedal without having to use the handbrake The system holds the brake pressure produced by the activation of the brake pedal for approx 2 seconds after the brake pedal is released The brake pressure drops gradually the more you operate the accelerator ped al If the vehicle does not start off within 2 seconds it starts to roll back The HHC is active from a 5 slope if the driver s door is closed HHC is only ev er active on slopes when in forward or reverse start off CO Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Function 104 Activation deactivation 104 The parking aid hereinafter referred to only as a system draws attention via acoustic signals and an indication in the radio or navigation display when ma noeuvring around obstacles in the
137. e service consultant of your SKODA Service Partner beforehand Care and maintenance 115 Based on their appraisal the service consultant will tell you which areas you should focus on in order to ensure that your vehicle will pass the technical test without any problems This allows you to avoid additional expenses resulting from a possible subsequent test SKODA Service Partners A Read and observe H on page 115 first SKODA Service Partners feature modern specially developed tools and equip ment Here trained specialists have access to a comprehensive range of SKODA Original Parts and SKODA Original Accessories for carrying out modifi cations repairs and technical alterations All SKODA service partners operate according to the most recent guidelines and instructions from KODA AUTO a s All service and repair work is therefore carried out on time and at the appropriate quality Adhering to these instruc tions and guidelines helps ensure road safety and helps keep your vehicle in a good technical condition SKODA Service Partners are therefore properly prepared to service your vehicle and to provide quality work We therefore advise you to have all modifications repairs and technical alterations to your vehicle carried out by a SKODA Service Partner SKODA Original parts A Read and observe H on page 115 first We recommend the use of SKODA Genuine Parts for your vehicle as these parts are approved by KODA AUTO a s They corr
138. e setting off on a long journey The sticker with prescribed tyre inflation filling values is located on the inside of the tank flap A Fig 121 In some vehicles the tyre pressure can be adjusted to the comfort inflation pressure value Fig 121 C and thus greater driving comfort is achieved With comfort inflation pressure the fuel consumption can rise slightly The tyre pressure should be at the highest pressure specified for your vehicle at all times Wheels 139 Always check the inflation pressure when the tyres are cold Do not reduce the higher pressure on warm tyres With greater additional load adjust the tyre inflation pressure accordingly Driving style Fast cornering sharp acceleration and braking increase the wear of your tyres Balancing wheels The wheels of a new vehicle are balanced When driving however there are a range of factors that may result in an imbalance This may become apparent by a vibration in the steering Have the wheels rebalanced after replacing the tyres Wheel alignment errors Incorrect wheel alignment at the front or rear leads to excess wear of the tyres Tyre damage Drive over kerbs and other such obstacles slowly and at right angles wherever possible in order to avoid damage to tyres and wheel trims We recommend checking your tyres and wheel rims for damage punctures cuts splits and bulges etc on a regular basis Remove foreign bodies e g small stones from
139. e sketch Headlights A Read and observe H and H on page 163 first Bulb arrangement Fig 149 A Low beam page 163 or low beam with xenon gas discharge lamp Main beam separate daytime running lights and parking light page 164 Turn signal light at the front page 164 Replacing the low beam bulb Fig 150 J Headlight with halogen bulb Bulb for low beam N Read and observe H and H on page 163 first gt Remove the protective cap A Fig 149 on page 163 gt Remove the connector with the bulb by jiggling it out in the direction of the arrow Fig 150 gt Remove the connector gt Insert a new light bulb in such a way that the fixing lugs of the bulb fit in the recesses of the reflector gt Attach the connector gt Fit the protective cap A Fig 149 on page 163 Fuses and light bulbs 163 Replacing bulb for main beam daytime running lights and parking light BNH 0311 Fig 151 Bulbs for main beam daytime running lights and parking light AN Read and observe H and M on page 163 first Removing replacing the bulb for main beam and separate daytime running lights gt Remove the protective cap B Fig 149 on page 163 gt Turn the bulb holder A Fig 151 as far as it goes in the direction of the ar row and remove it gt Replace the bulb insert the bulb holder with the new bulb and turn in the opposite direction to that of the arrow as far as it goes gt Fit protective c
140. e socket The power socket and any connected appliances can also be operated when the ignition is switched off or the ignition key is withdrawn H E WARNING Improper use of the power sockets and the electrical accessories can cause fires burns and other serious injuries Therefore when leaving the vehicle never leave people who are not completely independent such as children unattended in the vehicle a f the connected electric device becomes too hot switch it off and discon nect it from the power supply immediately EE CAUTION The power socket can only be used for connecting approved electrical acces sories with a total power uptake of up to 120 watt Never exceed the maximum power consumption otherwise the vehicle s electrical system can be damaged Connecting appliances when the engine is not running will drain the battery of the vehicle Only use matching plugs to avoid damaging the power socket Only use accessories that have been tested for electromagnetic compatibility in accordance with the applicable directives a Switch off the devices connected to the power sockets before you switch the ignition on or off and before starting the engine to avoid damage from voltage fluctuations Observe the operating instructions for the connected devices Waste container Fig 65 Waste container Insert and move open replace bag N Read and observe H on page 68 first The waste container can be i
141. e tyres These characteristics mainly relate to the following gt Increased driving stability gt Reduced risk of aquaplaning gt Reduced tyre noise and tyre wear CO Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Setting 142 Display 142 Monitors the tyre pressure display and warns of a change in tyre pressure The system must be calibrated if one of the following is evident gt Change of tyre inflation pressure gt Change one or more wheels gt Change in position of a wheel on the vehicle gt The warning light while driving E WARNING Information on tyre pressure The tyre control display does not absolve the driver of the responsibility to ensure the correct tyre inflation pressure Check the tyre inflation pres sure at regular intervals Too low or too high inflation pressure impairs handling a f the inflation pressure is too low the tyre will have to overcome a higher rolling resistance This will cause a significant increase in the temperature of the tyre especially at higher speeds This can result in tread separation and a tyre blowout The system cannot warn in case of very rapid tyre inflation pressure loss e g in case of sudden tyre damage In this case carefully bring the vehicle to a standstill without sudden steering movements or sharp braking CAUTION To ensure a proper functioning of the tyre control display it is necessary to repea
142. e ventilation function remains active whereby the lowest temperature that can be reached is the outside temperature Setting temperature The set temperature value appears in the display pos 2 Fig 83 To switch between degrees Celsius and degrees Fahrenheit the keys AUTO and A C are to be pressed and held simultaneously The information appears in the display in the desired temperature measuring unit pos 3 Fig 83 The interior temperature can be set between 18 C and 29 C The interior temperature is regulated automatically within this range If you select the temperature below 18 C LO appears in the display Heating and airconditioning 83 If you select a temperature higher than 29 C HI appears in the display At both end positions Climatronic runs at maximum cooling heating output and the temperature is automatically not regulated Controlling blower The Climatronic system controls the blower stages automatically in line with the interior temperature However the blower level can be manually adjusted to suit your particular needs If the blower speed is reduced to a minimum Climatronic is switched off The blower speed set is indicated by displaying the corresponding number of segments Pos 9 Fig 83 in the display Automatic mode The automatic mode is used in order to maintain a constant temperature and to demist the windows in the interior of the car To switch on pre
143. e wheel bolt caps are housed in a plastic box in the spare wheel or in the storage space for the spare wheel Changing a wheel QN Read and observe H on page 147 first gt Remove the full wheel trim or the caps of the wheel bolts gt First of all slacken the anti theft wheel bolt and then the other wheel bolts gt Jack up the vehicle until the wheel that needs changing is clear of the ground gt Unscrew the wheel bolts and place them on a clean surface cloth paper etc gt Remove the wheel carefully gt Attach the spare wheel and slightly screw on the wheel bolts gt Lower the vehicle gt Alternately tighten wheel bolts opposite diagonally with the wheel wrench Tighten the anti theft wheel bolt last gt Replace the wheel trim or the caps E WARNING All bolts must be clean and must turn easily a Under no circumstances grease or oil the wheel bolts a When fitting unidirectional tyres ensure that the direction of rotation is correct page 141 Follow up work CQ Read and observe H on page 147 first The following steps must also be performed after changing the wheel gt Stow and attach the replaced wheel in the spare wheel well using a special bolt page 142 gt Stow the tool kit in the space provided and secure using the band gt Check the tyre pressure on the installed spare wheel as soon as possible gt Have the tightening torque of the wheel bolts checked with a torque wrench
144. e wheel rim pointing down ward gt Screw on the nut Fig 123 clockwise until the wheel is safely secured gt Place the box with the tool kit back into the spare wheel and secure it with the tape gt Fold back the floor in the luggage compartment gt Close the boot lid Spare wheel AN Read and observe H on page 142 first A warning label is displayed on the rim of the temporary spare wheel Please note the following if you intend to use the temporary spare wheel gt The warning label must not be covered after installing the wheel gt Be particularly observant when driving gt The temporary spare wheel is inflated to the maximum inflation pressure for the vehicle Fig 120 on page 139 gt Only use this temporary spare wheel to reach the nearest specialist garage as it is not intended for long term use Ey WARNING Never drive with more than one temporary spare wheel mounted Only use the temporary spare wheel when absolutely necessary a Never use the temporary spare wheel if it is damaged f the dimensions or design of the temporary spare wheel differ from the fitted tyres never drive faster than 80 km h or 50 mph a Avoid accelerating at full throttle sharp braking and fast cornering a The snow chains cannot be used on the temporary spare wheel Observe the instructions on the warning sign of the temporary spare wheel CQO Introduction This chapter contains information on the following
145. e windscreen wipers before driving Do not switch on the ignition if the front wiper arms are retracted The wiper blades would move back into their rest position and while doing so damage the paintwork of the bonnet a f the windscreen wipers are handled carelessly there is a risk of damage to the windscreen Note To avoid streaking the wiper blades must be kept clean page 122 a The windscreen washer nozzles for the windscreen are heated when the en gine is running and the outside temperature is less than approx 10 C Activating the windscreen wipers and washers Fig 45 Operating lever Windscreen wipers and washer settings N Read and observe H and H on page 60 first Lever positions 0 OFF Wipers off 1 08 Periodic windscreen wiping automatic wiping in rain 2 LOW Slow windscreen wiping 3 HGH Rapid windscreen wiping 4 x Flick windscreen wiping service position of the wiper arms page 158 spring loaded position 5 Automatic wipe wash for windscreen spring tensioned position 6 Wiping the rear window pane the windscreen wiper wipes at regu lar intervals after a few seconds ita Automatic wipe wash for the rear window spring tensioned posi tion A s18 Switch for setting the desired break between the individual wiper passes or the speed of the automatic wiping in rain operating lever in position 1 Interval windscreen wiping 11 The wiping intervals are also speed depe
146. e wiper blade in the direction of arrow 2 Attaching the windscreen wiper blade gt Push the windscreen wiper blade to the stop until it locks into place gt Check that the windscreen wiper blade is correctly attached gt Fold the windscreen wiper arm back to the windscreen gt Turn on the ignition and press the lever into position 4 Fig 45 on page 61 The windscreen wiper arms move into the home position Replacing the rear window glass wiper blades Fig 143 Rear window wiper blade P 1 DA AN Read and observe H on page 158 first Removing the wiper blade gt Lift the wiper arm from the window in the direction of 1 Fig 143 gt Tilt the wiper blade to the stop in the same direction gt Hold the windscreen wiper arm at the top end gt Press the locking button A and remove the wiper blade in the direction of arrow 2 Attaching the windscreen wiper blade gt Push the windscreen wiper blade to the stop until it locks into place gt Check that the windscreen wiper blade is correctly attached gt Fold the windscreen wiper arm back to the windscreen CQ Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Fuses in the dash panel 160 Assignment of the fuses in the dash panel 160 Fuses in the engine compartment 161 Fuse assignment in the engine compartment 162 Individual electrical circuits are protected by fuses Switch off the ignition and t
147. ear If for example f4 is shown in the display with vehicles that have manual gear boxes this indicates that it is better to shift from a lower gear to the 4th gear If for example f4 is shown in the display with vehicles that have automatic gearboxes and are in the manual switching mode Tiptronic this indicates that it is better to shift from the 4th gear to a higher gear E WARNING The driver is always responsible for selecting the correct gear in different driving situations such as overtaking For the sake of the environment A suitably selected gear has the following advantages It helps to reduce fuel consumption a t reduces the operating noise a It protects the environment a It benefits the durability and reliability of the engine Door boot or engine compartment warning A Read and observe H on page 37 first Vehicles with a MAXI DOT display If at least one door the boot or bonnet is open the display indicates the rele vant open door boot or bonnet vehicle icon Vehicles with a segment display If at least one door or the tailgate is open the amp warning light in the instru ment cluster lights up page 31 An acoustic signal will also sound if you drive the vehicle above 6 km h when a door is open CQ Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Memory 39 Information overview 40 Warning at excessive speeds __ gt gt gt A The driving data is
148. ectly normal and is not an indication of a fire in the vehicle Depending on the vehicle equipment the airbag system consists of the following modules gt Electronic control unit gt Front airbag for the driver and the front passenger page 15 gt Side airbags page 16 gt Head airbags page 17 gt Airbag warning light in the instrument cluster page 35 gt Key switch for the front passenger airbag page 18 gt Warning light for the front passenger airbag deactivation activation in the middle of the dash panel page 18 Note The airbag system needs no maintenance during its working life f you sell your vehicle provide the complete vehicle documentation to the new owner Please note that the information relating to the possibility of de activating the front passenger airbag must be included When disposing of vehicle or parts of the airbag system it is important to comply with the national legal requirements Airbag deployment CQ Read and observe H on page 14 first The airbags inflate in fractions of a second and at a high speed in order to be able to offer additional protection in the event of an accident The airbag system is only functional when the ignition is switched on In certain accident situations the several airbags may be deployed simultane ously The airbags are not deployed in the case of minor frontal and side collisions rear end collisions tilting of the vehicle an
149. ening elements 76 Fixing nets 76 Hooks 76 Luggage compartment cover 77 Parking position of the boot cover 77 Storage compartments in the boot 78 Double sided floor covering 78 Class N1 vehicles 78 Please observe the following for the purpose of maintaining good handling characteristics of your vehicle gt Distribute loads as evenly as possible gt Place heavy objects as far forward as possible gt Attach the items of luggage to the lashing eyes or by using the fixing nets page 76 In the event of an accident even small and light objects gain so much kinetic energy that they can cause severe injuries The magnitude of the kinetic energy is dependent on the speed at which the vehicle is travelling and the weight of the object Example In the event of a frontal collision at a speed of 50 km h an 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 Luggage compartment light The warning light turns on when tailgate is opened The warning light turns off when the tailgate is closed If the boot lid is open and the ignition switched off the light will extinguish automatically after around 10 minutes E WARNING Store the objects in the boot and attach them to the lashing eyes Loose objects can be thrown forward during a sudden manoeuvre or in case of an accident and can injure the occupants or other road
150. er airbag in front pas senger storage compartment Front passenger airbag Storage compartment on the front passenger side Air outlet vents Power window in the front passenger door 6 5 8 03 8 8 31 B2 i Door opening lever Light switch and headlight beam control on the dash panel Bonnet release lever Fuse box in the dashboard Lever for adjusting the steering wheel Ignition lock Pedals Bar with keys depending on the equipment fitted gt a Seat heater on the front left seat gt amp TCS gt 6 Central locking system gt G Rear window heater gt amp START STOP gt Seat heater on the front right seat Depending on equipment fitted gt Gearshift lever manual gearbox gt Selector lever automatic gearbox Handbrake lever Depending on equipment fitted gt Cup holder gt Multimedia holder gt Ashtrays Storage compartment Depending on equipment fitted gt Operating controls for the heating gt Operating controls for the air conditioning system gt Operating controls for Climatronic Note 49 53 54 128 160 8 94 97 The position of some of the controls on right hand drive models may differ from that shown in Fig 18 The symbols on the controls and switches are the same as for left hand drive models Cockpit 25 CQ Introduction This chapter conta
151. er system Fig 114 Engine compartment Wind screen washer fluid reservoir PAY WAS BSE 2e 0 001 N Read and observe H and on page 127 first The windscreen washer fluid reservoir is located in the engine compart ment Fig 114 The cleaning fluid is provided for the cleaning of the front and rear window as well as the headlight The capacity of the reservoir is about 3 5 litres or about 5 4 litres on vehicles that have a headlight cleaning system Clear water is not sufficient to intensively clean the windscreen and head lights We recommend using clean water together with a screen cleaner from the range of SKODA Original Accessories with antifreeze in winter which will remove any stubborn dirt In Winter the washing water should always be mixed with antifreeze even if the vehicle has heated windscreen washer nozzles Under exceptional circumstances methylated spirits can also be used if no screen cleaner with antifreeze is available The concentration of methylated spirits must not be more than 15 The freeze protection at this concentration is sufficient only to 5 C 1 In some countries 5 4 applies for both variants 130 General Maintenance EE CAUTION Under no circumstances must radiator antifreeze or other additives be added to the windscreen washer fluid a If the vehicle is fitted with a headlight cleaning system only cleaning prod ucts which do not attack the polycarbonate coating of the
152. erforms automatic gear changes The modes of the automatic transmission can be adjusted by the driver by means of the selector lever EN WARNING No throttle when it is set before starting the mode for moving forward with the selector lever there is a risk of accident Never move the selector lever to mode R or P when driving risk of acci dent When the vehicle is stationary and the engine is running the vehicle must be held in mode D S or R with the brake pedal Even when the engine is idling the power transmission is never completely interrupted the vehicle crawls When leaving the vehicle the selector lever is always to put in the P mode Otherwise the vehicle could then start to move and potentially cause an accident Starting off and Driving 97 EE CAUTION a f the selector lever is moved to mode N while driving the accelerator pedal must be released and you will need to wait until the engine has reached its idling speed before moving the selector lever to a forward driving mode again a When the outdoor temperature is below 10 C the selector lever when starting must always be in P mode When stopping on a slope never try to hold the vehicle using the accelerator pedal this may lead to gear damage Note After the ignition is switched off the ignition key can only be withdrawn if the selector lever is in the position P Modes and use of selector lever Fig 92 Shiftlock button BNH
153. ermissible gross weight of the vehicle risk of accident Do not transport people in the boot EE CAUTION Please ensure that the heating elements for the rear window heater are not damaged as a result of abrasive objects Note Tyre pressure must be adjusted to the load page 139 Service life of tyres Transporting and practical equipment 75 Fastening elements Fig 72 Fasteners BNH 0028 N Read and observe H and H on page 75 first Fasteners Fig 72 A Lashing eyelets for fastening items of luggage and fixing nets Fastening elements and eyelets only for fastening fixing nets The front eyelet B is located behind the folding rear seat backrest Fig 72 EE CAUTION The maximum permissible static load of the individual lashing eyes A is 3 5 kN 350 kg Fixing nets T BNH 0213 Fig 73 Fastening examples for nets 76 Using the system Fig 74 Fastening vertical pocket N Read and observe H and H on page 75 first Fastening examples for nets Fig 73 A Horizontal pocket Floor net Vertical pocket H WARNING Do not exceed the maximum permissible load of the fixing nets Heavy ob jects are not secured sufficiently risk of injury EF CAUTION The maximum permissible load of the fixing nets is 1 5 kg Do not place any sharp objects in the nets risk of net damage JS CQ Read and observe H and M on page 75 first The hook is used to affix small items of luggage su
154. ertia reels and belt tensioners Airbag system Description of the airbag system Airbag overview Deactivating airbags Transporting children safely Child seat Fastening systems Using the system Cockpit Overview Instruments and Indicator Lights Instrument cluster Indicator lights Information system Driver information system Multifunction display MFD MAXI DOT display Service interval display Unlocking and opening Unlocking and locking Anti theft alarm system 10 10 13 14 14 15 18 19 12 22 25 24 26 26 30 3 37 33 42 43 45 45 49 Luggage compartment lid Electric power windows Lights and visibility Lights Interior lighting Visibility Windscreen wipers and washers Rear mirror Seats and head restraints Seats and head restraints Seat features Transporting and practical equipment Useful equipment Luggage compartment Roof rack system Heating and air conditioning Heating ventilation cooling Communication and multimedia Universal telephone installation GSM II Voice control Multimedia Driving Starting off and Driving Starting and turning off the engine Brakes and parking Manual gear changing and pedals Automatic gearbox Driving in an economical driving Driving through water and driving off of
155. erve H on page 115 first If you wish to fit accessories to your vehicle you should remember the follow ing We recommend that you use KODA Genuine Accessories in your vehicle KODA AUTO a s has selected these accessories to ensure that they are relia ble safe and suitable for your particular vehicle Although we constantly moni tor the market we are not able to assess or vouch for other products even though in some instances such parts may have operational approval or may have been approved by a nationally recognised testing laboratory All accessory products are subjected to a challenging process in the areas of technical development technical testing and quality inspection customer testing and the product only becomes a KODA Genuine Accessory if all tests are passed Our KODA Genuine Accessories service also includes expert advice and pro fessional fitting if required by the customer KODA Service Partners are liable for any defects of KODA Genuine Accesso ries for a period of 2 years after installation or delivery in accordance with the materials defect liability unless agreed otherwise in the purchase agreement or any other agreements You should keep the approved warranty certificate and the invoices for these accessories for this period of time so that the com mencement of the term can be verified KODA Service Partners also stock a range of suitable car care products and all parts that are subject to natu
156. ery electrolyte level Cover Operation in winter Replacing Safety instructions vehicle care chrome parts Vehicle care Alcantara Artificial leather Cavity protection 122 122 47 46 45 92 117 137 136 136 135 136 137 134 120 124 124 121 Cleaning vehicle exterior 119 Cleaning wheels 122 Decorative films 120 Door locking cylinder 121 Headlight glasses 121 Interior care 122 Maintenance 119 Materials 124 Natural leather 123 Plastic parts 120 Polishing vehicle paint work 119 Rubber seals 120 Safety belt 124 Seat covers 124 Under body protections 122 washing 118 Vehicle Condition see Auto Check Control 29 Vehicle data sticker 168 Vehicle data sticker and nameplate Vehicle data sticker and nameplate 168 Vehicle dimensions 170 Vehicle height 170 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 168 Vehicle length 170 Vehicle tool kit 146 Vehicle width 170 vest holder for reflective vest 145 VIN Vehicle Identification Number 168 Visibility 59 Visors See front sun visors 60 W Warning at excessive speeds 41 Warning triangle 145 Index 183 Washing Automatic car wash system by hand High pressure cleaner Washing vehicles Waste container 118 118 119 118 71 Water Driving through Wheel bolts Anti theft wheel bolt Caps Loosening and tightening
157. es before completing any work in the engine compartment page 127 Engine compartment a Accidents can be caused if the road in front of the vehicle is not suffi ciently illuminated and the vehicle cannot or can only be seen with difficul ty by other road users a H7 and H15 bulbs are pressurised and may burst when changing the bulb risk of injury We therefore recommended wearing gloves and safety glasses when changing a bulb Gas discharge bulbs xenon bulbs operate with a high voltage professio nal knowledge is required risk of death a Switch off the respective vehicle light when changing the bulb EE CAUTION Do not take hold of the glass bulb with naked fingers even the smallest amount of dirt reduces the working life of the light bulb Use a clean cloth napkin or similar Note a This Owner s Manual only describes the replacement of bulbs where it is pos sible to replace the bulbs on your own without any complications arising Other bulbs must be replaced by a specialist garage We recommend that a box of replacement bulbs always be carried in the ve hicle Replacement bulbs can be purchased from SKODAOriginal Accessories a We recommend having the headlight settings checked by a specialist garage after replacing a bulb in the main low or fog beam In case of failure of a xenon gas discharge lamp or an LED diode visit a spe cialist garage Bulb arrangement in the headlights Fig 149 Principl
158. ese instructions and guidelines helps ensure road safety and helps keep your vehicle in a good technical condition After carrying out modifi cations repairs or technical alterations the vehicle will comply with German road transport regulations StVZO Always consult a SKODA Partner page 116 before buying accessories or parts or before carrying out any modifications repairs or technical alterations to your vehicle E WARNING Work on your vehicle which have been carried out unprofessionally can cause operational faults risk of accident a Interference on the electronic components and their software can lead to operational faults This interference can also impair not directly affected systems because of the networking of the electronic components The op erational safety of the vehicle may be at significant risk and can lead to in creased wear of parts For the sake of the environment Technical documents regarding alterations carried out on the vehicle must be kept by the vehicle user in order to be handed over to the recyclers at a later date This ensures that the vehicle is recycled in an environmentally sound manner FF Note We recommend only having these modifications and technical alterations carried out by a specialist garage a Any damage caused by technical alterations made without the approval of the manufacturer is excluded from the warranty Service schedule a The KODA Partner accepts no liability f
159. espond precisely to the KODA AUTO a s regulations with regard to design dimensional accuracy and material and are identical to the components used in series production KODA AUTO a s is able to vouch for the safety suitability and long service life of these products We therefore recommend that you only use SKODA Genuine Parts KODA AUTO a s supplies the market with a complete range of KODA Genu ine Parts not only while the model is still in production but for at least 15 years after the end of series production for wear parts and at least 10 years after the end of series production for all other vehicle parts 116 General Maintenance KODA Service Partners are liable for any defects of KODA Genuine Parts for a period of 2 years after sale in accordance with the materials defect liability unless agreed otherwise in the purchase agreement You should keep the ap proved warranty certificate and the invoices for these components for this pe riod of time so that the commencement of the term can be verified Body repairs SKODA vehicles are designed such that if any damage occurs to the body it is only necessary to replace those parts that are actually damaged However before you decide to have damaged body parts replaced you should first of all contact your specialist garage to determine whether or not the parts can also be repaired Repairs to body parts are usually cheaper KODA Original accessories A Read and obs
160. ess of the clothing textiles 124 General Maintenance Seat covers A Read and observe H and 1 on page 123 first Electrically heated seats Use a specific cleaning agent such as dry foam or similar to clean the cov ers H Seats without seat heating Thoroughly vacuum the seat covers with a vacuum cleaner before cleaning Clean the seat covers with a damp cloth or cleaning products specially de signed for this purpose Indented points arising on the fabrics by everyday use can be removed by brushing against the direction of hair with a damp brush Always clean all parts of the covers so that there are no visible edges Then allow the seat to dry completely FE CAUTION Do not clean the covers of electrically heated seats either with water or with other liquids there is a risk of damaging the seat heating system Regularly remove dust from the seat covers using a vacuum cleaner Electrically heated seats must not be dried after cleaning by switching on the heater Do not sit on wet seats risk of seat deformation a Always clean the seats from seam to seam Safety belts A Read and observe H and on page 123 first Wash dirty seat belts with mild soapy water Remove coarse dirt with a soft brush E WARNING a The seat belts must not be removed for cleaning Never clean the seat belts chemically as chemical cleaning products could destroy the fabric The seat belts must not be allowed to
161. essure after driving for 10 minutes If the tyre pressure is 1 3 bar or less gt Do not drive the vehicle You cannot properly seal with tyre with the breakdown kit If the tyre pressure is 1 3 bar or more gt Adjust the tyre inflation pressure to the correct value see inside of fuel filler Cap gt Continue driving carefully to the nearest specialist garage at a maximum speed of 80 km h 50 mph QJ Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Jump starting using the battery from another vehicle 154 Jump starting in vehicles with the START STOP system 154 The battery of another vehicle can be used to jump start your vehicle if the en gine will not start because the battery is flat WARNING a A discharged vehicle battery may already freeze at temperatures just be low 0 C If the battery is frozen do not jump start with the battery of an other vehicle there is a risk of explosion Pay attention to the warning instructions relating to working in the en gine compartment page 127 The non insulated parts of the terminal clamps must never touch each other there is a risk of short circuit The jump start cable connected to the positive terminal of the battery must not come into contact with electrically conducting parts of the vehicle there is a risk of short circuit Do not clamp the jump start cable to the negative terminal of the dis charged battery There
162. f the warning light illuminates there is a fault in the ABS The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display Error ABS The vehicle will only be braked by the normal brake system without the ABS Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately In the event of an ABS fault the other braking and stabilization systems are turned off page 102 Braking and stabilisation systems E WARNING A fault to the ABS system or the braking system can increase the vehi cle s braking distance risk of accident a f the warning light is displayed simultaneously with warning light page 31 Brake system do not continue your journey Seek help from a specialist garage Rear fog light N Read and observe H on page 30 first The warning light 02 illuminates when the rear fog light is switched on Bulb failure N Read and observe H on page 30 first The warning light illuminates if a lamp is faulty or if an external vehicle lamp is faulty The indicator light illuminates within a few seconds after switching on the ignition or when a light with a faulty lamp is switched on The following message for example may be shown in the MAXI DOT display INFORMATION Check front right low beam Instruments and Indicator Lights 33 The rear side lights and the licence plate lighting have several light bulbs The indicator light only lights up if all bulbs in the parking light in one rear light
163. ff J Ensure that the lighting and the turn signal system are functioning proper ly J Ensure that the function of the wipers and the condition of the wiper blades are free of any defects J Ensure that all of the windows offer good visibility to the outside v Adjust the rear view mirror so that vision to the rear is guaranteed JV Ensure that the mirrors are not covered 6 Safety J Check the tyre inflation pressure v Check the engine oil brake fluid and coolant level Y Secure all items of luggage Y Do not exceed the permissible axle loads and permissible gross weight of the vehicle JZ Close all doors as well as the bonnet and boot lid V Ensure that no objects can obstruct the pedals JV Protect children in suitable child seats with correctly fastened seat belts page 19 Transporting children safely v Adopt the correct seated position page 7 Correct and safe seated position Tell your passengers to assume the correct seated position Driving safety A Read and observe H on page 6 first The driver is fully responsible for himself and his occupants If your driving safety is effected you place yourself and the oncoming traffic at risk The following guidelines must therefore be observed Y Do not become distracted from concentrating on the traffic situation e g by your passengers or mobile phone calls Y Never drive when your driving ability is impaired e g due to medication al cohol or drugs J Keep
164. flation pres sure Under certain circumstances e g sporty style of driving wintry or un paved roads the warning light in the instrument cluster can be delayed or does not light up at all CQ Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Change 143 Spare wheel 143 Fit a wheel in the appropriate dimensions and design as soon as possible H WARNING a f in the event of a puncture it is necessary to fit a spare wheel with a tyre without a dedicated running direction or with the opposite direction of rotation drive carefully as the optimal characteristics of the tyre are no lon ger applicable in this situation f the dimensions or design of the spare wheel differ from the tyres fitted to the vehicle e g winter tyres or low profile tyres it must only be used briefly in the event of a puncture and if an appropriately cautious style of driving is adopted Fig 123 Fixing the spare or temporary spare wheel A Read and observe H on page 142 first The spare or temporary spare wheel is located in a well under the floor cover ing in the boot and is fixed in place with a special bolt Fig 123 Take out the wheel gt Open the boot lid gt Lift up the floor in the luggage compartment gt Remove the box with the tool kit gt Unscrew the nut Fig 123 anticlockwise gt Take out the wheel Stow the wheel gt Place the wheel into the spare wheel well with th
165. g temperature As long as the engine has not reached oper ating temperature the fuel consumption is significantly higher than with the engine hot Pay attention to the correct tyre inflation pressure being maintained Further information page 139 Avoid unnecessary ballast Per 100 kg of weight consumption increases by about 11 100 km At a speed of 100 120 km h a vehicle fitted with a roof rack cross member without a load will use about 10 more fuel than normal due to the increased aerodynamic drag Saving electricity Electrical consumers e g seat heating air conditioning and the like only turn on for as long as necessary CQ Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Driving through water 101 Driving off paved roads 101 E WARNING Immediately after driving through water mud slush and the like braking effectiveness will be temporarily impaired page 95 Information on brak ing For this reason sudden and violent braking manoeuvres are to be avoided there is a risk of accident Driving through water Fig 94 Driving through water A Read and observe H on page 101 first The following instructions must be observed if vehicle damage is to be avoided when driving through water e g flooded roads gt Therefore determine the depth of the water before driving through bodies of water The water level must not reach above the web of the lower beam Fig 94 gt
166. ge page 31 Check the oil level using the dipstick as soon as possible Add oil accordingly TE CAUTION a The oil level must never be above the A range Fig 115 there is a risk of damaging the exhaust system Do not continue your journey if for some reason it is not possible to top up the engine oil Switch off the engine and seek assistance from a specialist garage a If the oil level is above level A Fig 115 do not continue to drive Switch off the engine and seek assistance from a specialist garage Replenishing N Read and observe H and H on page 130 first gt Unscrew the cap of the engine oil filler opening Fig 113 on page 129 gt Replenish the oil in portions of 0 5 litres in accordance with the correct speci fications page 131 gt Check the oil level page 131 gt Screw the lid of the engine oil filler closed carefully gt Pull the dipstick out as far as the stop CO Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Checking the coolant level 133 Replenishing 133 The coolant provides cooling for the motor 132 General Maintenance It consists of water and coolant additive with additives that protect the cooling system against corrosion and prevents furring The coolant additive content in the coolant must be at least 40 The coolant additive may be increased to a maximum of 60 The correct mixing ratio of water and coolant additive is t
167. ge compartment reduces the effectiveness of the interior monitor To ensure the full functionality of the interior monitor the glasses storage compartment must always be closed before locking the vehi cle a The anti theft alarm system is activated when the vehicle is locked even if the safe securing system is deactivated The interior monitor is however not activated CQ Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Opening closing 51 Delayed locking of the boot lid 51 HE WARNING a Ensure that the lock is properly engaged after closing the boot lid Other wise the lid might open suddenly while the vehicle is moving even if the lid was locked risk of accident a Never drive with the boot lid open or unlatched as otherwise exhaust gases may get into the interior of the vehicle risk of poisoning Do not press on the rear window when closing the luggage compartment lid as otherwise it could crack risk of injury a Make sure that when closing the boot lid no body parts are crushed there is danger of injury EF Note The function of the button in the grip above the licence plate is deactivated when starting off or at a speed of 5 km hour or more for vehicles with central locking The function is restored after the vehicle stops and the door is opened Opening closing TT LAS f Fig 34 Opening closing tailgate N Read and observe H on page 50 first After un
168. ge to the tyre wall gt Driving with very low tyre pressure or with a completely flat tyre gt If the use by date see inflation bottle has passed U WARNING a f you are in flowing traffic switch on the hazard warning light system and set up the warning triangle at the prescribed distance The national le gal requirements must be observed a Park the vehicle as far away as possible from the flow of traffic Park on as flat and firm a surface as possible E WARNING a A tyre filled with sealant has the same driving characteristics as a stand ard tyre Do not travel faster than 80 km h a Avoid accelerating at full throttle sharp braking and fast cornering E WARNING Continued a Check the tyre pressure after driving for 10 minutes The sealant is hazardous to heath Remove immediately if it comes into contact with the skin Observe the manufacturer s usage instructions for the breakdown kit For the sake of the environment Used sealant or sealant whose expiry date has passed must be disposed of in accordance with environmental protection regulations AF Note A new bottle of sealant can be purchased from KODA Original Parts Immediately replace the tyre that was repaired using the breakdown kit or consult a specialist garage about repair options Breakdown kit Fig 133 Principle sketch Components of the breakdown kit A Read and observe H on page 151 first The kit is located in a box under
169. gine compartment Never touch the radiator fan while the engine is still warm The fan might suddenly start running Do not touch any hot engine parts risk of burns E WARNING Information for working in the engine compartment with the engine run ning a Pay particular attention to moving engine parts e g V ribbed belt gener ator radiator fan danger to life Never touch the electric wiring on the ignition system a Avoid short circuits in the electrical system particularly on the vehicle s battery a Always make sure that no jewellery loose clothing or long hair can get caught in rotating engine parts risk to life Always remove any jewellery tie back long hair and wear tight fitting clothing before completing any work H WARNING Information for working on the fuel system or the electrical system a Always disconnect the vehicle battery from the electrical system Do not smoke Never work near open flames a Always have a functioning fire extinguisher nearby 128 General Maintenance E WARNING Read and observe the information and warning instructions on the fluid containers Keep the working fluids in sealed original containers and safe from peo ple who are not completely independent e g children Never spill operating fluids over the hot engine risk of fire If you intend to work underneath the vehicle you must secure the vehicle from rolling away and support it with suitable supp
170. gine compartment Fig 113 sate ates ai 1 Coolant expansion reservoir 133 gt Grab hold of the bonnet and lift l l W her fl 130 gt Take the bonnet support out of its holder 3 in the direction if the ar 2 E ie i i uid reservoir ae row Fig 112 and secure the opened bonnet by inserting the end of the sup DD ee ee port in the opening 4 designed for it 4 Engine oil dipstick 131 Close the fl 5 Brake fluid reservoir 134 ose the flap gt Lift the bonnet 6 Vehicle battery 134 gt Decouple the bonnet support and press into the holder designed to hold it I Note gt Let the bonnet drop into the lock carrier lock from a height of around 20 cm do not push it in H WARNING a Check that the bonnet is closed properly Radiator fan If you notice that the lock is not properly engaged while driving stop the CA Read and observe Hl and fll on page 127 first vehicle immediately and close the bonnet risk of accident 7 Make sure that when closing the boot lid no body parts are crushed The radiator fan is powered by an electric motor Operation is controlled ac there is danger of injury cording to the temperature of the coolant The location of the inspection points in the engine compartment of petrol and diesel engines is practically identical Inspecting and replenishing 129 E WARNING After switching off the ignition the fan may intermittently continue to op erate for approx 10 minutes Windscreen wash
171. grade diesel fuel which will still operate properly even at a temperature of 20 C It is often the case in countries with different climatic conditions that diesel fuels available have a different temperature characteristic SKODA Partners and filling stations in the relevant country will be able to provide you with in formation regarding the diesel fuels available Diesel fuel additives The diesel fuel in accordance with the prescribed standards meets all the con ditions for a smooth running engine We therefore recommend that no fuel ad ditives are used This can result in considerable damage to parts of the engine or the exhaust system 1 In Germany also DIN 51628 in Austria NORM C 1590 in Russia GOST R 52368 2005 EN 590 2004 2 In Germany according to the DIN 52638 standard in Austria NORM C 1590 in France EN 590 EE CAUTION a Just filling the tank once with diesel fuel that does not comply with the standard can cause severe damage to parts of the engine the fuel and ex haust system a If a different fuel other than diesel fuel which complies to the above men tioned standards e g petrol is used do not start the engine or switch on the ignition Extensive damage to engine parts can occur Water which has collected in the fuel filter can cause engine faults EE CAUTION The vehicle cannot be operated with bio fuel RME therefore this fuel must not be filled in the tank and used for driving the vehicle
172. hands free system is restric ted to the vehicle interior The range is dependent on local factors e g obsta cles between the devices and mutual interferences with other devices If your mobile phone is in a jacket pocket for example this can lead to difficulties when establishing a connection with the hands free system or transferring data Introductory information N Read and observe H on page 85 first The universal telephone preinstallation GSM II hands free system includes a convenience mode for the mobile phone via voice control the multifunction steering wheel the radio or navigation system The universal telephone preinstallation GSM II comprises the following func tions gt Phone Phonebook page 86 gt Convenience operation of the telephone via the multifunction steering wheel page 86 gt Telephone operation in the MAXI DOT display page 88 gt Voice control of the telephone page 89 gt Music playback from the telephone or other multimedia units page 91 All communication between a mobile phone and your vehicle s hands free sys tem is established with the help of Bluetooth technology Communication and multimedia 85 Phone Phonebook N Read and observe H on page 85 first A phone phonebook is part of the hands free system This phone phonebook can be used depending on the type of mobile phone After the first connection of the telephone the system begins to load the phone book from t
173. he boot lid and the fuel filler flap are locked gt The interior lights connected over the door contact go off gt The safe securing system is switched on gt The warning light in the driver door begins flashing gt The anti theft alarm system is activated 1 This function only applies to certain countries 2 Applies to vehicles with an anti theft alarm system Displaying an error If the indicator light in the driver s door initially flashes quickly for around 2 seconds and then lights up for 30 seconds without interruption before flash ing again slowly you will need to seek the assistance of a specialist garage Failure of the central locking Upon failure of the central locking system the key only unlocks and locks the driver s door The other doors and the tailgate can be opened and closed in an emergency gt Emergency locking of the door page 157 gt Emergency unlocking of the boot lid page 158 E WARNING Never leave the key in the vehicle when you exit the vehicle Unauthor ized persons such as children for example could lock the car turn on the ignition or start the engine there is a danger of injury and accidents a When leaving the vehicle never leave persons who are not completely in dependent such as children unattended in the vehicle The children might for example release the handbrake or take the vehicle out of gear The ve hicle could then start to move risk of injury and ac
174. he brake flu id page 134 H U WARNING a If the warning light is displayed simultaneously with warning light page 33 Antilock brake system ABS do not continue your jour ney Seek help from a specialist garage A fault to the ABS system or the braking system can increase the vehi cle s braking distance risk of accident The following guidelines should be observed when opening the bonnet and checking the brake fluid level page 127 Engine compartment A Seat belt warning light N Read and observe H on page 30 first The warning light 4 illuminates as a reminder for the driver and front passen ger to fasten seat belts The indicator light 4 goes off after the respective seat belt has been fastened If the driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt and the vehicle speed is more than 20 km h the warning light 4 flashes and you will hear an acoustic signal The warning signal is switched off and the indicator light 4 is permanently lit if the driver and front passenger have not fastened their seat belts within the next 90 seconds t Generator N Read and observe H on page 30 first If the warning light illuminates when the engine is running the vehicle bat tery is not being charged Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately The electrical system re quires checking If the indicator light cooling system fault lights up in addition to the amp in dicator light
175. he corresponding power consuming device before replacing a fuse Find out which fuse belongs to the component that is not operat ing page 160 Assignment of the fuses in the dash panel or page 162 Fuse assignment in the engine compartment Fuse colour Maximum amperage light brown dark brown red blue yellow white green orange D WARNING Always read and observe the warning notes before completing any work in the engine compartment page 127 Engine compartment Fuses and light bulbs 159 EE CAUTION Never repair fuses and do not replace them with fuses of a higher amper age risk of fire This may also cause damage at other points in the electrical system If a newly inserted fuse blows again after a short time have the electrical system checked as quickly as possible by a specialist garage A blown fuses is recognisable by the molten metal strip Replace the faulty fuse with a new one of the same amperage Note We recommend always carrying replacement fuses in the vehicle A box of replacement fuses can be purchased from SKODA Original Accessories a There can be several power consuming devices for one fuse Multiple fuses may exist for a single power consuming device Fuses in the dash panel Fig 144 Underside of the dash panel Dis tribution board cover A Read and observe H and F on page 159 first The fuses are located on the bottom of th
176. he expiration date of the fire extinguisher Proper function ing of the fire extinguisher is not assured once it has passed its expiry date a The fire extinguisher is part of the scope of delivery in certain countries only 146 Do it yourself Vehicle tool kit Fig 127 Vehicle tool kit The vehicle tool kit and the jack with sticker are housed in a plastic box in the spare wheel or in the storage space for the spare wheel There is also space here for the removable ball rod for the trailer towing device The box is attach ed with a strap on the spare wheel Depending on the equipment not all the components listed in the on board tool kit have to be contained in it Possible components of the on board tool Fig 127 Screwdriver Key for removing and installing the tail light Adapter for anti theft wheel bolts Towing eye Clamps for removing the wheel trims Car jack Wheel wrench Extraction pliers for wheel bolt caps Replacement bulb set YES SE OS Screw the car jack back into its initial position after use in order to store it back in the box with the vehicle tool kit E WARNING The factory supplied lifting jack is only intended for your model of vehicle Under no circumstances attempt to lift heavier vehicles or other loads EE CAUTION a Ensure that the vehicle tool kit is safely secured in the boot a Ensure that the box is always secured with the strap CQ Introduction This chapter con
177. he key bit out completely for the radio key H gt Carefully insert the key into the key slot in the key switch as far as the stop gt Use the key to turn the slot of the key switch into position 2 Fig 12 OFF gt Pull the key out of the slot in the key switch H gt Close the storage box on the front passenger s side gt After switching on the ignition check whether the warning light 3 OFF 84 is illuminated in writing PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF 7 is illuminated in the centre panel Switching on gt Switch off the ignition gt Open the storage box on the front passenger s side gt Fold the key bit out completely for the radio key M gt Carefully insert the key into the key slot in the key switch as far as the stop gt Use the key to turn the slot of the key switch into position 1 Fig 12 ON gt Pull the key out of the slot in the key switch H gt Close the storage box on the front passenger s side gt After switching on the ignition check whether the warning light 3 OFF 2 is not illuminated in writing PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF 7 is not illuminated in the centre panel E WARNING The driver is responsible for whether the airbag is switched on or switch ed off Only switch off the airbag when the ignition is switched off Otherwise a fault can occur in the system for deactivating the airbag a f the OFF warning light is flashing the front passenger airbag will not be deployed in a
178. he next 30 seconds the vehicle will lock again automatically and the safe securing sys tem or anti theft alarm system will be switched back on This function is inten ded to prevent the car being unlocked unintentionally Deactivating The alarm system is deactivated automatically after the vehicle is unlocked If the vehicle is not opened within 30 seconds the alarm system is automatically activated again Interior monitor and towing protection Fig 33 Button for interior monitor and towing protection N Read and observe on page 49 first The interior monitor detects movements inside the car and then triggers the alarm The tow away protection triggers the alarm if a vehicle is registered as being on an inclination Activating The interior monitor and the towing protection are activated automatically af ter the vehicle is locked Deactivating gt Switch off the ignition 50 Using the system gt Open the driver door gt Press the symbol button amp Fig 33 on the B column of the driver s side The illumination of the symbol in the button changes from red to orange gt Lock the vehicle within 30 seconds Deactivate the interior monitor and the towing protection if there is a possibili ty of the alarm being triggered by movements e g by children or animals within the vehicle interior or if the vehicle has to be transported e g by train or ship or towed EE CAUTION The opened glasses stora
179. he operational capability of the airbag system is monitored electronically in cluding when one of the airbags is switched off If a front side or head airbag or belt tensioner has been switched off using the vehicle system tester gt The warning light illuminates for approx 4 seconds after switching on the ignition and then flashes again for approx 12 seconds afterwards The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display Q Airbag belt tensioner deactivated If the air bag was switched off using the key operated switch on the side of the dash panel on the passenger side gt The indicator light illuminates for around 4 seconds after the ignition has been switched on gt Switched off airbags are indicated by the indicator light OFF in the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF 2 logo lighting up in the middle of the dash panel Fig 12 on page 18 E WARNING When a fault in the airbag system occurs there is a risk of the system not being triggered in the event of an accident Therefore this must be checked immediately by a specialized company D Tyre inflation pressure N Read and observe H on page 30 first The indicator light lights up if there is a substantial drop in inflation pres sure in one of the tyres gt Check and adjust the pressure in all tyres page 138 If the indicator light flashes there is a fault in the tyre pressure monitoring system gt Stop the car turn the ignition off and
180. he phone and the SIM card into the memory of the control unit Each time the telephone has established a new connection with the hands free system an update of the relevant phone book is performed The updating can take a few minutes During this time the phone book which was stored af ter the last update was completed is available Newly stored telephone num bers are only shown after the updating has ended Operating the phone on the multifunction steering wheel BIT 0004 Fig 84 Multifunction steering wheel Control buttons for the telephone N Read and observe H on page 85 first To minimize driver distraction when operating the telephone the basic tele phone s functions can be set by simply operating the buttons located on the steering wheel Fig 84 Button wheel Fig 84 1 Press briefly Action The update is interrupted if a telephone event e g incoming or outgoing call voice control dialogue occurs during the updating procedure After the tele phone event has ended the updating starts anew The internal phonebook provides 2 500 free memory locations Each contact can contain up to 4 numbers If the number of contacts loaded exceeds 2 500 the phone book is not com plete This applies only if your vehicle has been equipped with the universal tele phone installation at the factory The buttons control the functions for the operating mode of the current tele phone If the side lights are swi
181. he rear risk of injury Expectant women must also always wear a Seat belt This is the only way of ensuring optimal protection for the unborn child page 12 Fastening and unfastening seat belts Maximum seat belt protection is only achieved if you are correctly seat ed page 7 Correct and safe seated position a The seat backrests of the front seats must not be tilted too far to the rear otherwise the seatbelts can lose their effectiveness H WARNING Information on the correct routing of the belt Always ensure that the webbing of the seat belts is properly routed Seat belts which are not correctly adjusted can themselves cause injuries even in minor accidents Adjust the height of the belt in such a way that the shoulder part of the belt is roughly positioned across the middle of your shoulder on no ac count across your neck a A seat belt which is hanging too loose can result in injuries as your body is moved forward by the kinetic energy produced in an accident and is then suddenly held firm by the belt The belt webbing must not run across solid or fragile objects e g specta cles ball point pens bunches of keys etc Such objects can cause injury WARNING Information on dealing with the safety belts The belt webbing must not be jammed in between at any point or twis ted or chafe against any sharp edges s Make sure you do not catch the seat belt in the door when closing it WARNING Informati
182. he sake of the environment The increased aerodynamic drag results in a higher fuel consumption fixing points for base support Fig 79 Attachment points rear front A Read and observe H and on page 78 first Installation location of the attachment points for roof bars Fig 79 A Rear attachment points Front attachment points Perform the assembly and disassembly according to the enclosed instructions EE CAUTION Observe the information regarding the assembly and disassembly in the en closed instructions Roof load A Read and observe H and H on page 78 first 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 The full permissible roof load cannot be used if a roof rack system with a lower load carrying capacity is used In this case the roof rack system must only be loaded up to the maximum weight limit specified in the fitting instructions Transporting and practical equipment 79 CQ Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Air outlet vents 81 Air distribution control 81 Heating 82 Air conditioning manual air conditioning 82 Climatronic automatic air conditioning 83 Efficient handling of the cooling system 84 malfunctions 84 The heating and air conditioning ventilate and heat the vehicle interior The air conditioning system also cools and dehumi
183. he tow bar in order to stop the boot from getting dirty In the event of dirt clean the surfaces of the mounting recess and treat with a suitable preservative EE CAUTION Apply grease to the upper part of the mounting recess Make sure you do not remove any grease Hitch and trailer 111 CQ Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Loading a trailer 112 Driving with a trailer 112 Anti theft alarm system 13 E WARNING Always drive particularly carefully with the trailer Loading a trailer N Read and observe H on page 112 first The vehicle trailer combination must be balanced whereby the maximum per missible drawbar load must be utilised If the drawbar load is too low it jeop ardises the performance of the vehicle trailer combination Distribution of the load Distribute the load in the trailer in such a way that heavy items are located as close to the axle as possible Secure the items from slipping The distribution of the weight is very poor if your vehicle is unladen and the trailer is laden Maintain a particularly low speed if you cannot avoid driving with this combination Tyre pressure Correct the tyre inflation pressure on your vehicle for a full load page 139 Service life of tyres Towing capacity and trailer weight The permissible trailer load must not be exceeded under any circumstan ces page 168 Technical data The details given in the vehicle
184. hrown into the interior of the car and injure the occupants page 115 a The sun visors must not be swivelled towards the side windows in 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 There must not be any further persons animals or objects positioned be tween the seated occupants and the deployment area of the airbag In ad dition none of the occupants should lean their head out of the window when driving or extend their arms and hands out of the window Note In vehicles with head airbags the lettering AIRBAG can be seen on the B column cladding CO Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Deactivating airbags 18 Deactivating the front passenger airbag 18 Deactivating airbags Deactivating an airbag should be considered in cases such as the ones below gt If using a rear facing child seat on the front passenger seat due to different legal regulations the airbag must be deactivated if using a forwards facing child seat in some countries page 19 Transporting children safely gt If it is not possible to maintain a distance of at least 25 cm between the mid dle of the steering wheel and chest despite the driver s seat being correctly adjusted gt If special attachments are required in the area of the steering wheel because of a physical
185. iately Stop and switch off the engine if the warning light in the instrument clus ter page 32 starts to flash or lights up Wait a few minutes and check the lev el of coolant page 133 The following guidelines must be observed page 32 The coolant temperature can be reduced by switching on the heating E WARNING Never use the safety eyelet for towing Adapt your speed to the conditions of the road surface and to the traffic Situation Improper or incorrectly connected electrical installations can energise the trailer and cause functional faults to the vehicle s entire electrical system as well as accidents and severe injuries a Work on the electrical system must only be carried out by specialist ga rages Never directly connect the trailer s electrical system with the electrical connections for the tail lights or other current sources After coupling the trailer and connecting the power socket check that the rear lights on the trailer are working correctly Note a f there is an error in the trailer lighting check the fuses in the fuse box in the dash panel page 160 Contact between the breakaway cable and the safety eyelet can result in mechanical wear on the surface protection of the eyelet Such wear does not impair the functioning of the safety eyelet and does not constitute a fault It is excluded from the warranty coverage If you tow a trailer frequently you should also have your vehic
186. ic FF Note Poorer visibility are evaluated on the basis of information that is collected from the sensor mounted in the interior mirror holder Hazard warning light system Fig 40 Button for hazard warning light system N Read and observe H on page 53 first Switching on off gt Press the button A Fig 40 All the turn signal lights on the vehicle flash at the same time when the hazard warning light system is switched on The warning light for the turn signals and the warning light in the button also flash at the same time The hazard warn ing light system can also be operated if the ignition is switched off If one of the airbags is deployed the hazard warning light system will switch on automatically If the turn signal light is switched on when the hazard warning light and the ignition are both switched on then only the turn signal light on the corre sponding vehicle side will flash Lights and visibility 57 E WARNING Switch on the hazard warning light system if for example the following oc curs a You encounter a traffic congestion The vehicle has broken down QO Read and observe H on page 53 first The parking light is provided for a temporary lighting of the parked vehicle Parking light PS switching on gt Switch off the ignition gt Place the control lever into position A or B as far as it can go Fig 37 on page 55 the parking light on the right left hand side of the vehicle is
187. icle wash systems for example page 118 CQO Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Natural leather 123 Artificial leather materials and Alcantara 124 Seat covers 124 Safety belts 124 We recommend using vehicle care products from SKODA Original Accessories These are available from SKODA Partners The usage instructions on the pack age must be observed E WARNING a Vehicle care products may be harmful to your health if not used according to the instructions Always keep the vehicle care products safe from people who are not com pletely independent e g children there is a danger of poisoning a Air fresheners and scents can be hazardous to heath when the tempera ture inside the vehicle is high EE CAUTION Be sure to check clothing for colourfastness to avoid any damage or visible stains on the material leather panels and textiles Remove fresh stains such as those from ball point pens ink lipstick shoe polish etc from the material leather panels and textiles as quickly as possi ble a Do not attach scents or air fresheners to the dash panel there is a risk of damage to the dash panel Do not attach any stickers to the filaments or glass antenna there is risk of damage Do not clean the roof panelling with a brush risk of damage to the surface of the panelling Cleaner that contain solvents can damage the material being cleaned App
188. ighter back into the socket 70 Using the system WARNING a Take care when using the cigarette lighter Improper usage can cause burns The cigarette lighter also operates when the ignition is switched off or the ignition key withdrawn Therefore when leaving the vehicle never leave people who are not completely independent such as children unat tended in the vehicle These could operate the lighter and get burned start a fire or damage the interior Note The cigarette lighter socket can also be used as a 12Volt socket for electrical appliances page 71 12 Volt power outlet Further information page 115 Service work adjustments and technical al terations Ashtray Fig 63 Ashtrays front rear N Read and observe H on page 68 first The ashtray can be used for discarding ash cigarettes cigars and the like H Removing gt Pull the ashtray Fig 63 out and upwards Installing gt Insert the ashtray vertically E WARNING Never place flammable objects in the ashtray risk of fire CAUTION When removing do not hold the ashtray at the cover risk of breakage 12 Volt power outlet Fig 64 12 Volt power socket N Read and observe H on page 68 first The 12 volt electrical outlet hereinafter referred to only as socket in the front center console Fig 64 Use gt Remove the power socket cover or the cigarette lighter gt Connect the plug for the electrical appliance to th
189. indows in the rear doors is recommended safety push button S when children are being transported in the rear seats Fig 35 on page 52 FE CAUTION Keep the windows clean to ensure the correct functionality of the electric windows a In the event that the windows are frozen first of all eliminate the ice page 121 Windows and external mirrors and only then operate the elec trical power windows Otherwise the window sealing and the electrical power window mechanism could be damaged Make sure that the windows are closed whenever you leave the locked vehi cle For the sake of the environment At high speeds you should keep the windows closed to prevent unnecessarily high fuel consumption Unlocking and opening 51 Note s When driving always use the existing heating air conditioning and ventila tion system for ventilating the interior of the vehicle If the windows are opened dust as well as other dirt can get into the vehicle and in addition the wind noise is more at certain speeds a The window lift mechanism is equipped with protection against overheating Repeated opening and closing of the window can cause this mechanism to overheat If this happens it will not be possible to operate the window for a short time You will be able to operate the window again as soon as the over heating protection has cooled down Opening closing the windows A BNH 0164 Fig 35 Buttons on the driver s door in the rear do
190. ine is running The heater automatically switches off after approximately 7 minutes For the sake of the environment The heating should be switched off as soon as the window is de iced or free from mist The reduced current consumption will have a favourable effect on fuel economy F Note a f the on board voltage drops the heater switches off automatically in order to provide sufficient electrical energy for the engine control page 137 Auto matic load deactivation a If the light is flashing inside the button the heater is off due to low battery Lights and visibility 59 Front sun visors Fig 44 Fold down the cover swivel cover to the door and slide the mir ror cover The sun visors protect you from the blazing sun Operation of the sun visor Fig 44 1 Fold down the cover 2 Swivel cover towards the door A Makeup mirror with cover Slide mirror cover WARNING The sun visors must not be swivelled towards the side windows in the de ployment area of the head airbags if any objects are attached to them Ini tiation of the head airbags may cause injury CO Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Activating the windscreen wipers and washers 61 Headlight cleaning system 61 The wiper and washer system provide a good view through the windscreen or rear window The windshield wipers and the windshield washer system only operate if the ignition is switched on
191. ing light 33 Assist system ABS 102 Assist systems 102 ABS 33 ASR 33 Cruise Control System 104 EDL 103 ESC 32 102 HBA 103 HHC 103 Parking aid 103 START STOP 105 TCS 102 Auto Check Control 29 Automatic driving lamp control 55 Automatic gearbox 97 Manual shifting of gears 99 Selector lever emergency unlocking 158 Selector lever lock 98 Starting off and driving 99 Tiptronic 99 Using the selector lever 98 Automatic gearbox modes 98 Automatic load deactivation 137 automatic transmission selector lever lock defect 99 Automatic transmission Kickdown 99 Selector lever lock 99 AUX 92 B Ball head Check fitting 110 Fitting 109 Ready position 109 Removing 11 Battery In the remote control key 157 Belts 10 Belt tensioners 13 Bonnet Closing 128 Opening 128 Boot Class N1 vehicles 78 Double sided floor covering 78 Hooks 76 See Boot lid 51 Storage compartments in the boot 78 Boot cover Parking position 77 Boot lid automatic locking 51 Closing 51 Opening 51 Brake information messages 31 warning light 3 Brake booster 95 brake fluid specification 134 Brake fluid 133 Checking 134 information messages 31 brake pedal automatic gearbox indicator light 36 brakes Driving in 100 Brakes Brake booster 95 Brake fluid 134 Braking and stabilisation systems 102 Handbrake 96
192. ing subjects Front airbags 15 Side airbags 16 Head airbags 17 Front airbags Fig 8 Driver airbag in the steering wheel front passenger airbag in the dashboard BNH 0019 Fig 9 Safe distance to steering wheel gas filled airbags In the event of a severe frontal collision the front airbag system offers addi tional protection for the head and chest area of the driver and front passenger The front airbag for the driver is located in the steering wheel Fig 8 A The front airbag for the front seat passenger is located in the dash panel above the storage compartment Fig 8 B When the airbags are deployed they inflate in front of the driver and front passenger Fig 9 D The forward movement of the driver and of the front passenger is cushioned when they make contact with the fully inflated airbag and the risk of injury to head and chest is thus reduced Airbagsystem 15 E WARNING Information on correct seated position a t is important that the driver and front passenger maintain a distance of at least 25 cm to the steering wheel or dashboard A Fig 9 Not maintain ing 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 occu pant The airbag develops enormous forces when triggered which can lead to injuries if the sitting
193. ing the direction of the air Active air outlet vents outlet W 1 2 4 23 1 2 4 5 o A 4 5 po 3 4 Note Do not cover the air outlet vents with objects of any kind Air distribution control A Read and observe H and M on page 80 first Recirculated air mode mostly 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 In recirculated air mode air is sucked out of the interior of the vehicle and then fed back into the interior Heating and air conditioning manual air conditioning To turn the recirculation mode on or off press the Symbol key The air recirculation mode is automatically turned off by turning the air distri bution control C to position Fig 81 on page 82 or Fig 82 on page 82 Recirculated air mode can be switched on again from this setting by repeatedly pressing the symbol button Climatronic automatic air conditioning To switch on press the Symbol key The symbol amp pos 7 Fig 83 on page 83 appears in the display To switch off press the symbol key lt again The lt gt symbol in the display goes out Heating and airconditioning 81 D WARNING The recirculation system cannot be switched on for a longer period of time because there is no supply of fresh air from the outside Stale air may re sult in fatigue in the driver and occupants reduce attention
194. ins information on the following subjects Overview 26 Revolution counter 27 Display 27 Speedometer 27 Coolant temperature gauge 27 Fuel gauge 28 Counter for distance driven 28 29 Display of the second speed 29 Auto Check Control 29 The instrument cluster gives the driver basic information such as the current speed engine speed the state of some vehicle systems and the like Fault display If there is a fault in the instrument cluster the Error message will appear in the display Seek help from a specialist garage E WARNING Concentrate fully at all times on your driving As the driver you are fully re sponsible for road safety FF Note When the ignition is on the instrument cluster is illuminated The brightness level is automatically adjusted depending on the ambient lighting 1 Applies to vehicles using the MAXI DOT display 2 Applies to vehicles with a segment display 26 Using the system MIE eS EB gt Overview 40 Vigla AW 1 min x 100 N So Ve Fig 19 Instrument cluster Read and observe H on page 26 first Engine revolutions counter page 27 gt with warning lights page 30 Display page 27 Speedometer page 27 gt with warning lights page 30 Coolant temperature gauge page 27 Button for display mode gt Time settings page 29 gt Enable disable the display of the second speed page 29 gt Service i
195. inst the direction of the arrow 2 WARNING The towing eye must always be screwed in fully and firmly tightened oth erwise the towing eye can tear when towing in or tow starting Fig 137 Rear towing eye A Read and observe H and H on page 155 first The rear towing eye is located below the bumper on the right Remove the protective cap before using the towing eye Fig 137 Replace the protective cap after using the towing eye A Read and observe H and H on page 155 first For vehicles with a factory fitted towing device the pre installed detachable tow bar may be used page 108 Hitch Towing the vehicle using the towing device is a viable alternative solution to using the towing eye 156 Do it yourself EF CAUTION The detachable ball rod and or the vehicle can be damaged if an unsuitable tow bar is used FF Note The detachable ball rod must always be in the vehicle so that it can be used for towing if necessary This chapter contains information on the following subjects Replacing the battery in the remote control key 157 Synchronising the remote control 157 CAUTION The replacement battery must have the same specification as the original battery a We recommend having faulty rechargeable batteries replaced by a KODA service partner Pay attention to the correct polarity when changing the battery For the sake of the environment Dispose of the used battery in accordan
196. ion 0 Daytime running lights DAY LIGHT N Read and observe H on page 53 first The daytime running lights the only function provides the lighting of the front vehicle range 54 Using the system The daytime running lights are switched on automatically if the following conditions are met vV The light switch is in the position 0 or AUTO Fig 36 on page 53 v The ignition is switched on v The parking aid is activated Deactivating the function gt Switch off the ignition gt Remove the fuse for the daytime running lights page 160 Fuses in the dash panel Activating the function gt Switch off the ignition gt Use a fuse of appropriate amperage for the daytime running lights page 160 Fuses in the dash panel Disable function on vehicles with the START STOP system or with the automatic driving light control gt Switch off the ignition gt Slide the turn signal light lever Fig 37 on page 55 downwards and hold it in this position gt Switch on the ignition wait until the left turn signal light flashes 4x gt Switch off the ignition an audible signal sounds which confirms the deacti vation of the function gt Release the turn signal stalk Function on vehicles with the START STOP system or with the automatic driving light control gt Switch off the ignition gt Slide the turn signal light lever Fig 37 on page 55 upwards and hold it in this position gt Switch on the ig
197. ir flow in the footwell gt amp Airflow over the windows and into the footwell lt Switch recirculation on off page 81 Air conditioning manual air conditioning Fig 82 Controls of the air conditioning A Read and observe H and on page 80 first Individual functions can be set off or on by turning the knob or pressing the respective button When this function is switched on the warning light illumi nates in the button Functions of the individual controls Fig 82 A Setting temperature gt J Lower temperature gt Increase temperature Set the blower stage stage 0 Blowers off level 4 the highest blower speed Set the direction of the air outlet page 81 gt Air flow to the windows gt 29 Air flow to the upper body gt Air flow in the footwell gt amp Airflow over the windows and into the footwell lt Switch recirculation on off page 81 A C Switch the cooling system on off EF Note a The warning light in the button A C lights up after activation even if not all of the conditions for the function of the cooling system have been met By light ing up of the warning light in the button the operational readiness of the cool ing system is signalled a During operation of the air conditioning an increase in engine idle speed may occur under certain circumstances in order to ensure sufficient heating com fort Climatronic automatic air conditioning CLIMATRONIC AUTO m Wy P ty
198. irection of the arrow 1 Fig 110 gt Open the cover in the direction of the arrow 2 gt Unscrew the filler cap in the direction of the arrow Fig 110 c gt Place the filler cap onto the top of the fuel filler flap Fig 110 D gt Insert the pump nozzle into the fuel filler tube as far as it will go E The fuel tank is full just as soon as the pump nozzle switches off for the first time H gt Remove the pump nozzle from the fuel filler neck and put it back in the pump gt Place the filler cap onto the fuel filler neck and turn it in the opposite direc tion to the arrow until it securely engages Fig 110 c gt Close the fuel filler flap until it clicks into place Check that the fuel filler flap is closed properly D WARNING Do not smoke when refuelling and do not use a mobile phone Fuel vapours are explosive it can be fatal Observe the local regulations regarding fuel handling E WARNING Instructions for filling the reserve canister Never fill the reserve can inside the vehicle Never place the reserve can on the vehicle Always place the reserve can on the floor The national legal requirements must be observed if carrying a spare can ister in the vehicle We do not recommend carrying any fuel canisters in your vehicle for safe ty reasons in the event of an accident these canisters can become dam aged and fuel may escape risk of fire Inspecting and
199. irection so that the pedals can be fully depressed with slightly bent legs Adjust the seat backrest so that the highest point of the steering wheel can be reached with your arms at a slight angle v Adjust the steering wheel so that the distance A between the steering wheel and your chest is at least 25 cm Fig 1 Adjust the steering wheel page 8 Adjusting the steering wheel position v Adjust the head restraint such that the top edge of the head restraint is at the same level as the top of your head B Fig 1 Y Correctly fasten the seat belt page 10 Using seat belts Passive Safety 7 Adjust the seats and head restraints page 63 E WARNING Always assume the correct seated position before setting off and do not change this position while driving Also advise your passengers to adopt the correct seated position and not to change this position while the car is moving Maintain a distance of at least 25 cm to the steering wheel Not maintain ing this minimum distance will mean that the airbag system will not be able to properly protect you hazard a When driving hold the steering wheel with both hands firmly on the out er edge in the 9 o clock and 3 o clock position Never hold the steering wheel in the 12 o clock position or in any other way e g in the middle or inner edge of the steering wheel In such cases you could severely injure the arms hands and head when the driver airbag is deploye
200. is the risk of detonating gas seeping out the battery being ignited by the strong spark which results from the engine being star ted Route the jump start cables so that they cannot be caught by any rotat ing parts in the engine compartment Do not bend over the battery there is a risk of caustic burns The vent screws of the battery cells must be tightened firmly Keep any sources of ignition naked flame smouldering cigarettes etc away from the battery risk of explosion Never jump start vehicle batteries with insufficient acid levels risk of explosion and chemical burns There must not be any contact between the two vehicles otherwise cur rent may flow as soon as the negative terminals are connected EE CAUTION a The discharged battery must be properly connected to the system of the ve hicle We recommend you buy jump start cables from a car battery specialist Emergency equipment and self help 153 Jump starting using the battery from another vehicle Fig 134 Jump starting A flat battery B battery providing current N Read and observe H and H on page 153 first The starting process using the battery of another vehicle requires the use of jumper cables The jump start cables must be attached in the following sequence gt Attach clamp 1 to the positive terminal of the discharged battery A Fig 134 gt Attach clamp 2 to the positive terminal of the battery supplying power B
201. ity of carbon dioxide in grams per driven ilometer NI Panel van intended exclusively or mainly for the transporta tion of goods Newton meter measuring unit for the engine torque personal identification number SIM card a card for the identification of the mobile network operator Diesel engine with turbo charging and common rail injection TDI CR system Petrol engine with turbocharging and direct injection Abbreviations 5 Safety CO Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Before setting off 6 Driving safety 6 Safety equipment 6 In this section you will find important information tips and notes on the sub ject of passive safety in your vehicle We have combined everything here which you should be familiar with for ex ample regarding seat belts airbags child seats and safety of children E WARNING a This chapter contains important information on how to use the vehicle for the driver and his occupants a You can find further information on safety concerning you and those trav elling with you in the following chapters of this owner s manual The complete on board literature should always be in the vehicle This applies in particular if you rent out or sell the vehicle Before setting off QN Read and observe H on page 6 first For your own safety and the safety of the people travelling with you please pay attention to the following points before setting o
202. key cannot be removed from the handwheel lock Fitting the ball head BNH 0262 Fig 103 Insert the ball bar lock the lock and remove the key Hitch and trailer 109 Sm i Fit the lock cap 9 or BNH 0263 A Read and observe H and M on page 108 first gt Remove the cover for the mounting recess 4 Fig 100 on page 108 ina downwards direction gt Put the tow bar in the ready position page 109 gt Grip the tow bar from underneath Fig 103 and insert into the mounting re cess until it audibly clicks into place H The handwheel A rotates back automatically and rests on the ball rod H gt Lock the handwheel lock by turning the key B right as far as the stop in the direction of the arrow 1 the arrow on the key points towards the closed padlock icon gt Remove the key in the direction of the arrow 2 gt Fit the cap C on the handwheel lock in the direction of the arrow 3 Fig 104 gt Check that the tow bar is securely attached page 110 E WARNING Do not hold the handwheel with your hand when attaching the ball bar there is a risk of finger injury a After fitting the tow bar always secure the lock and remove the key The tow bar must not be operated with the key inserted a f the tow bar is not in the ready position it cannot be fitted in the mounting recess EE CAUTION After removing the key always replace the cover on the handwheel lock risk of lock get
203. l times and an audible signal sounds when the ignition is turned on Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately Coolant N Read and observe H on page 30 first The indicator light remains illuminated until the engine reaches operating temperature Avoid high speeds full throttle and high engine loads If the warning light lights up or flashes either the coolant temperature is too high or the coolant level is too low The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display Check coolant Owner s manual gt Stop the vehicle switch off the engine and check the coolant lev el page 133 gt If the coolant level is too low add coolant to the reservoir page 133 If the indicator light does not illuminate after adding coolant and switching on the ignition you may continue your journey If the coolant level is within the specified range and the indicator light is still illuminated then there may be a malfunction of the cooling fan gt Check the fuse for the radiator fan replace if necessary page 161 Fuses in the engine compartment If the coolant level and fan fuse are both OK but the indicator light is never theless still illuminated do not continue your journey Seek help from a specialist garage 1 Applies to vehicles with a segment display 32 Using the system WARNING a Carefully open the coolant expansion bottle If the engine is hot the cool ing system is
204. l regulations for road traffic EE CAUTION a As long as the warning light lights up one must take into account an in creased fuel consumption and in certain circumstances a power reduction of the engine s Using diesel fuel with increased sulphur content can significantly reduce the service life of the diesel particle filter A SKODA Partner will be able to tell you which countries use diesel fuel with increased sulphur content Note To assist the combustion process of the soot particles in the filter we recom mend that regularly driving short distances be avoided a f the engine is turned off during the filter cleaning process or shortly after wards the cooling fan may turn on automatically for a few minutes d Fuel reserve N Read and observe H on page 30 first The warning light D illuminates if the fuel level is less than 7 litres The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display Q Please refuel Range km EE CAUTION Never drive until the fuel tank is completely empty The irregular supply of fuel can cause misfiring This can result in considerable damage to parts of the en gine and the exhaust system Note The text in the display goes out only after refuelling and driving a short dis tance Airbag system N Read and observe H on page 30 first If the warning light 2 illuminates there is a fault in the airbag system The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display Error Airbag T
205. l requirements The driver is always responsible for the correct settings and use of the lights 10 On vehicles with a MAXI DOT display the symbol also lights up in the light switch E WARNING Continued The automatic driving lamp control AUTO only operates as a support and does not release the driver from his responsibility to check the light and if necessary to switch on the light depending on the given light conditions The light sensor cannot for example detect rain or snow Under these con ditions we recommend switching on the low beam or fog lights Never drive with only the side lights on The side lights are not bright enough to light up the road sufficiently in front of you or to be seen by oth er oncoming traffic Therefore always switch on the low beam when it is dark or if visibility is poor EF Note The headlights may mist up temporarily When the driving lights are switched on the light outlet surfaces are free from mist after a short period although the headlight lenses may still be misted up in the peripheral areas This mist has no influence on the life of the lighting system Parking light and low beam Fig 36 Light switch and control dial for headlight range adjustment 0 Auto io P 0 DE Oz g0 BNH 0290 Ql Read and observe H on page 53 first Light switch positions turning the switch A Fig 36 0 Switching off lights except daytime running lights AUTO Automatic switching
206. le driving with the engine stopped the ignition must always be switched on page 94 Switch on the ignition and start the engine a With the ignition off the steering may lock page 93 danger of an accident Do not withdraw the ignition key from the ignition lock until the vehicle has come to a stop page 96 Parking Otherwise the steering could be blocked risk of accident Never leave the key in the vehicle when you exit the vehicle Unauthor ized persons such as children for example could lock the car turn on the ignition or start the engine there is a danger of injury and accidents a Never leave the vehicle unattended with the engine running there is risk of accident damage or theft Never switch off the engine before the vehicle is stationary risk of acci dent a WARNING Never e g in garages run the engine in a closed place there is the dan ger of poisoning and death Do not leave any items e g cloths or tools in the engine compartment This presents a fire hazard and the risk of engine damage Never cover the engine with additional insulation material e g with a cover risk of fire EE CAUTION Only start the engine when the engine and the vehicle are stationary there is a danger of starter and engine damage Do not tow start the engine there is a risk of damaging the engine and the catalytic converter The battery from another vehicle can be used as a jump start aid page
207. le inspected between service intervals The handbrake on the towing vehicle must be applied when coupling and un coupling the trailer Anti theft alarm system A Read and observe H on page 112 first When the vehicle is locked the alarm is activated when the electrical connec tion to the trailer is interrupted Always switch off the anti theft alarm system before a trailer is coupled or un coupled page 49 Conditions for including a trailer in the anti theft alarm system JV The vehicle is factory fitted with an anti theft alarm system and towing device v The trailer is electrically connected to the towing vehicle via the trailer socket Hitch andtrailer 113 v The electrical system of the vehicle and trailer is functional J The vehicle is locked with the vehicle key and the anti theft alarm system is activated FE CAUTION For technical reasons trailers with rear LED lights cannot be connected to the anti theft alarm system 114 Driving General Maintenance CQ Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Statutory checks 115 SKODA Service Partners 116 SKODA Original parts 116 SKODA Original accessories 116 Spoiler 117 Airbags 117 Acceptance and recycling of used vehicles 117 The instructions and guidelines from SKODA AUTO a s must be observed when carrying out any modifications repairs or technical alterations to your vehicle Adhering to th
208. levels and also cause the windows to mist up The risk of having an accident increases Switch off recirculated air mode as soon as the windows start to mist up EE CAUTION We recommend not smoking in the vehicle when the recirculating air operation is switched on The smoke sucked from inside the vehicle is deposited on the evaporator of the air conditioner This produces a permanent odour when the air conditioning system is operating which can only be eliminated through con siderable effort and expense replacement of compressor F Note If recirculated air mode is switched on for around 15 minutes the symbol lt gt will begin to flash in the Climatronic display as a sign that the recirculated air mode is switched on long term If the recirculated air mode is not switched off the symbol flashes for around 5 minutes Heating BNH 0295 Fig 81 Heating Controls A Read and observe H and H on page 80 first Individual functions can be set off or on by turning the knob or pressing the respective button When this function is switched on the warning light illumi nates in the button 82 Using the system Functions of the individual controls Fig 81 A Setting temperature gt I Lower temperature gt increase temperature Set the blower stage stage 0 Blowers off level 4 the highest blower speed Set the direction of the air outlet page 81 gt Air flow to the windows gt 24 Air flow to the upper body gt A
209. locking the vehicle the boot lid can be opened with the button in the handle above the number plate Opening closing tailgate Fig 34 1 Unlocking the door 2 Open flap 3 Closing the flap by pulling the handle Delayed locking of the boot lid A Read and observe H on page 50 first If the boot lid is unlocked with the symbol button s on the remote control key then the door is automatically locked after closing The period after which the boot lid is locked automatically can be extended by a specialist garage After activation of delayed locking the boot lid can be opened again after clos ing within a limited period Delayed locking can be deactivated by a specialist garage at any time EE CAUTION There is a risk of unwanted entry into the vehicle before the boot lid is locked automatically We therefore recommend locking the vehicle with the symbol button amp on the remote control key CQO Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Opening closing the windows 52 Force limit 52 The electrical power windows can only be operated when the ignition is switched on E WARNING a The electrical power windows are fitted with a force limiter page 52 If there is an obstacle the closing process is stopped and the window goes down by several centimetres However the windows should be closed carefully risk of injury Deactivating the electrically operated power w
210. low brake fluid level is indicated by the warning light being shown on the display of the instrument cluster as well as the corresponding mes Sage page 31 Brake system Specification N Read and observe H and H on page 133 first The brake fluid must comply with the following standards or specifications gt VW 50114 gt FMVSS 116 DOT4 CO Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Opening the cover 135 Checking the battery electrolyte level 136 Charging 136 Replacing 137 Disconnecting and reconnecting 137 Automatic load deactivation 137 The vehicle battery represents a power source for the motor to start and for the supply of electrical consumers in the car Warning symbols on the vehicle battery Always wear eye protection Battery acid is severely caustic Always wear gloves and eye pro tection Keep fire sparks open flames and lit cigarettes well clear of the vehicle battery When charging the vehicle battery a highly explosive gas mixture is produced Keep children away from the vehicle battery E WARNING There is risk of injuries poisoning chemical burns explosions or fire when working on the battery and on the electrical system It is essential to com ply with the general applicable safety rules as well as the warning instruc tions outlined below Keep the vehicle battery away from people who are not completely inde pe
211. lready been factory fitted with a towing device or is fitted with a towing device from SKODA Original Accessories then it meets all of the technical requirements and national legal regulations for towing a trailer Your vehicle is fitted with a 13 pin power socket for the electrical connection between the vehicle and trailer If the trailer that is to be towed has a 7 pin connector you can use a suitable adapter from SKODA Original Accessories The maximun trailer drawbar load is 50 kg U WARNING Check that the tow bar is seated correctly and is secured in the mounting recess before the start of every journey Do not use the tow bar if it is not correctly inserted and secured in the mounting recess Do not use the towing device if it is damaged or if there are parts missing Do not modify or adapt the towing device in any way Never release the tow bar while the trailer is still coupled EE CAUTION Take care when handling the tow bar so as to avoid damaging the paintwork on the bumper EF Note The towing vehicle by means of the detachable ball rod page 156 108 Driving Description Fig 100 Carrier for the towing device tow bar A Read and observe H and M on page 108 first The tow bar can be removed and is kept in the spare wheel compartment or in a compartment for the spare wheel in the boot page 146 Support for the towing device tow bar Fig 100 13 pin power socket Safety eyelet Mounting
212. ls locking when braking Thus helping the driver to maintain control of the vehicle The intervention of the ABS is noticeable from the pulsating movements of the brake pedal which is accompanied by noises When the ABS system is active do not brake periodically or reduce the pres sure on the brake pedal Traction Control System TCS A Read and observe H on page 102 first TCS prevents the spinning of the wheels of the driven axle TCS reduces the drive power transmitted to the wheels in the case of slipping wheels Thus for example driving on road surfaces with low grip is made easier If your vehicle is fitted with the ESC system the ASR is integrated into the ESC system page 102 Note For vehicles without stabilization control ESC during a TCS intervention the control indicator in the instrument cluster flashes Electronic Differential Lock EDL AN Read and observe H on page 102 first EDL prevents the turning of the respective wheel of the driven axle EDL brakes the spinning wheel if necessary and transmits the driving force to the other driving wheel Driving becomes easier on road surfaces with different traction under each wheel of the driven axle The EDL switches off automatically in order to avoid excessive heat generation on the brake of the wheel being braked The vehicle can continue to be driven and has the same characteristics as a vehicle not fitted with EDL Once the brakes have cooled down ther
213. ly only a small amount of the cleaning and care product For the sake of the environment Used vehicle care product cans represent hazardous waste that is harmful to the environment These must be disposed of in accordance with national legal regulations Note Due to the special tools and knowledge required and to avoid any potential problems with the cleaning and care of the interior of your vehicle we recom mend that cleaning and care of the interior of your vehicle be carried out by a SKODA service partner Natural leather CQ Read and observe H and H on page 123 first The leather needs depending on the strain placed on it regular cleaning and maintenance Dust and dirt in pores and creases cause abrasions on the surface and lead to premature embrittlement of the leather surface Therefore they must be re moved regularly at short intervals with a cloth or vacuum cleaner Clean soiled leather surfaces with a water dampened cotton or woollen cloth and then dry with a clean dry cloth H Clean severely soiled areas with a cloth soaked in a mild soap solution 2 ta blespoons of neutral soap to 1 litre of water To remove stains use a cleaning agent specially designed for this purpose Treat the leather periodically with a suitable leather protector and use a skin care cream with light blocker and impregnation after each cleaning EE CAUTION a Ensure that no part of the leather is soaked through during cleaning a
214. m being closed during the next 10 sec onds the closing process is interrupted once again and the window goes down by several centimetres If you attempt to close the window again within 10 seconds of the window be ing moved down for the second time even though the obstacle was not yet been removed the closing process is only 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 again within the next 10 seconds the window will now close with full force If you wait longer than 10 seconds the force limiter is switched on again CQ Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Parking light and low beam 53 Daytime running lights DAY LIGHT 54 Turn signal and main beam 55 Automatic driving lamp control 55 Fog lights 56 Fog lights with CORNER function 56 Rear fog light 56 COMING HOME LEAVING HOME 57 Hazard warning light system 57 Parking light 58 Driving abroad 58 Unless otherwise stated the lights only work when the ignition is switched on The arrangement of the controls right hand drive models may differ from the layout shown in Fig 36 on page 53 The symbols which mark the positions of the controls are identical E WARNING a The activation of the lights should only be undertaken in accordance with national lega
215. menu item The re quired numbers must be selected one after the other using adjustment wheel and confirmed by pressing the adjustment wheel You can select digits O 9 symbols and the Cancel Call and Delete functions Call register The following menu items can be selected in the Call register menu item Missed calls Dialled numbers Received calls Voice mailbox In the Voice mailbox menu item you can set the number of the voice mailbox and then dial the number Bluetooth The following menu items can be selected from the Bluetooth menu item User Overview of the stored telephones New user Search for new mobile phones that are in the reception range Visibility Switches on the visibility of the hands free system for other devi ces Media player Playback via Bluetooth Active device Connected device Paired devices List of paired devices Find Device search Phone name option to change the name of the phone default SKCODA_BT Settings The following menu items can be selected from the Settings menu item Phone book Phonebook Update Update the phone book List Arrange the entries in the phone book Surname Arrange according to surname Surname Sort by contact name Ring tone Ring tone setting Back Return in the Start menu of the telephone 1 On vehicles fitted with the Amundsen navigation system this function can be accessed via the naviga tion system menu
216. n AGM the electrolyte level cannot be checked Charging A Read and observe H and 1 on page 135 first A properly charged vehicle battery is essential for reliably starting the engine A charging operation can be performed if the following conditions are satis fied J The engine is turned off v The ignition is switched off J All consumers are turned off J The bonnet is open Fast charging with high currents gt Disconnect both battery cables first of all negative then positive gt Attach the terminal clamps of the charger to the battery terminals red positive black negative gt Plug the mains cable of the charger into the power socket and switch on the device gt After charging has been successful Switch off the charger and remove the mains cable from the power socket gt Only then disconnect the charger s terminal clamps gt Reconnect the cables to the battery first positive then negative Charging with low voltages It is not necessary to disconnect the cables from the battery if you recharge the vehicle battery for example from a mini charger Refer to the instructions of the charger manufacturer A charging current of 0 1 multiple of the total vehicle battery capacity or low er must be used until full charging is achieved The vent plugs of the vehicle battery should not be opened for charging E WARNING a When you charge a battery hyd
217. n ger side a As soon as the rear facing child seat is no longer being used on the pas senger seat the front passenger airbag should be re activated again Child safety and side airbag Fig 15 Incorrect seated position of a child who is not properly secured risk from the side airbag Child properly protected by safety seat E eee oat AN Read and observe H and M on page 19 first The child must not be positioned in the deployment area of the side air bag Fig 15 A There must be sufficient room between the child and the deployment area of the side airbag to ensure that the airbag can provide as much protection as possible Fig 15 B E WARNING a Children must never be seated with their head in the deployment area of the side airbag risk of injury Do not place any objects within the deployment area of the side airbags risk of injury Classification of child seats N Read and observe H and H on page 19 first Classification of child seats according to the ECE R 44 standard Weight of the child Approximate age up to 10 kg up to 9 months up to 13 kg 9 18 kg 15 25 kg 22 36 kg up to 18 months up to 4 years up to 7 years over 7 years Use of child seats fastened with a seat belt AN Read and observe H and M on page 19 first Overview of the usability of child seats fastened with a seat belt on each of the seats in accordance with the ECE R
218. n accident Have the airbag system checked by a specialist garage immediately a The key cannot be inserted in the key switch while driving Shocks can cause the key to turn in the slot and trigger the airbag The airbag could be triggered unexpectedly in an accident it may result in injury or death CAUTION An insufficiently folded out key bit can damage the key switch 1 The warning light OFF comes on for a few seconds after the ignition is switched on goes out for about 1 second and then comes on again CO Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Use of a child seat on the front passenger seat 20 Child safety and side airbag 21 Classification of child seats 21 Use of child seats fastened with a seat belt 21 Children are generally safer on the rear seats than on the front passenger seat In contrast to adults the muscles and bone structure of children are not yet fully developed Thus children are exposed to increased risk of injury Children should be transported in accordance with the relevant statutory pro visions Child seats complying with the ECE R 44 standard must be used ECE R stands for Economic Commission for Europe Regulation Child seats that comply with the ECE R 44 standard are identified with a test mark that cannot be removed a large E within a circle with the test number below H WARNING The national legal requirements must be
219. n the vehicle equipment it also provides you with data relating to the radio multifunction display MFD mobile phone navigation system automatic gearbox page 97 and devices connected via the MDI input D WARNING Concentrate fully on your driving at all times As the driver you are fully re sponsible for the operation of your vehicle EE CAUTION Pull out the ignition key if coming in contact with the display e g when clean ing to prevent any possible damage Main menu A Read and observe H and M on page 42 first Press and hold button A or C Fig 24 on page 37 to activate the MAIN MENU By briefly pressing the C button you will reach one level higher Main menu items depending on vehicle equipment MFD Multifunction display page 39 Audio Operating instructions for the radio Navigation Operating instructions for the navigation system Phone page 85 Vehicle status page 29 Settings page 42 The Audio and Navigation menu items are only displayed when the factory fit ted radio or navigation system is switched on 42 Using the system Note f warning messages are displayed these messages must be verified to ac cess the main menu page 37 Using the information system a If the display is not activated at that moment the menu always shifts to one of the higher levels after approx 10 seconds Using the factory fitted radio or navigation system Radio opera
220. nd that no water gets into the seams Otherwise the leather could become brittle or cracked a Avoid leaving the vehicle for lengthy periods in bright sunlight to avoid the leather from bleaching If the vehicle is parked in the open for lengthy periods protect the leather from direct sunlight by covering it The use of a mechanical steering wheel lock may damage the leather surface of the steering wheel Some clothing materials e g dark denim do not have sufficient colour fast ness This can cause damage or clearly visible discolouration to seat covers even when used correctly This applies particularly to light coloured seat cov ers This does not relate to a fault in the seat cover but rather to poor colour fastness of the clothing textiles Sharp edged objects on items of clothing such as zip fasteners rivets sharp edged belts etc may leave permanent scratches or signs of rubbing on the sur face or damage these Such damage cannot be subsequently recognised as a justified complaint Note When using the vehicle minor visible changes may occur to the leather parts of the covers e g wrinkles or creases as a result of the stress applied to the covers Care and maintenance 123 Artificial leather materials and Alcantara A Read and observe H and on page 123 first Artificial leather Clean artificial leather with a damp cloth If this method does not completely clean the artificial leather use a mild soap s
221. ndards and functions of the vehicle is correct at the time of publication Some equipment might only be introduced at a later date or might only be offered in certain markets information is provided by SKODA Partners It is therefore not possi ble for legal claims to be made based on the data illustrations and descrip tions contained in this Owner s Manual Reprinting reproduction translation or any other use either in whole or in part is not permitted without the written consent of SKODA AUTO a s KODA AUTO a s expressly reserves all rights relating to copyright laws Subject to change Issued by KODA AUTO a s SKODA AUTO ass 2014 SKODA Service App SKODA Service in your pocket The SKODA Service application is designed for smartphones operating on iOS and Andriod systems and its purpose is to help SKODA AUTO customers in any difficult situation they may encounter on their travels My dealer choose your nearest or preferred Service Centre Assistance contact the Assistance Service or your favourite dealer My car complete Owner s Manual and summary list of all control lamps for quick review Octavia 01 2013 Available to download from AppStore for iOS and Google Play for Android SKODA Manual App Know your vehicle The SKODA Manual application aims on users of tablet PCs who are interested in SKODA vehicles or already own one The application contains full featured digital version of the Owner
222. ndent especially children Do not tilt the battery otherwise battery electrolyte may flow out of the battery vent openings Protect your eyes by wearing safety goggles or a face shield risk of blindness a Always wear protective gloves eye and skin protection when handling the vehicle battery a The battery acid is strongly corrosive and must therefore be handled with the greatest of care Corrosive fumes in the air irritate the air passages and lead to conjunctivi tis and inflammation of the air passages in the lungs Battery acid corrodes dental enamel and if it comes into contact with the skin causes deep wounds that take a long time to heal f any battery acid comes into contact with your eyes rinse the affected eye immediately with clean water for several minutes and consult a doctor immediately a Splashes of acid on your skin or clothes should be neutralised as soon as possible using soap suds and then rinsed with plenty of water If you swallow battery acid consult a doctor immediately H WARNING The use of open flames and light should be avoided s Smoking and radio triggering activities should be avoided Never use a damaged vehicle battery risk of explosion Never charge a frozen or thawed vehicle battery risk of explosion and chemical burns Replace a frozen vehicle battery a Never jump start vehicle batteries with insufficient acid levels risk of explosion and chemical burns
223. ndent regulated Automatic windscreen wiping in rain 11 The wiping intervals are controlled depending on the rain intensity Automatic wipe wash for windscreen The wash system operates immediately the windscreen wipers wipe some what later Letting go of the operating lever will cause the windscreen wash system to stop and the wipers to continue for another 1 3 wiper strokes depending on the spraying duration Automatic wipe wash for the rear window The wash system operates immediately the windscreen wiper wipes some what later Letting go of the operating lever will cause the windscreen wash system to stop and the wiper to continue for another 1 3 wiper strokes depending on the spraying duration The operating lever remains in position 6 FF Note The rear window is wiped once automatically if the windscreen wipers are on when reverse gear is selected Headlight cleaning system A Read and observe H and M on page 60 first After the ignition is switched on the headlights are always cleaned at the first and after every tenth spray of the windscreen setting 5 Fig 45 on page 61 when the low beam or main beam is switched on You should remove stubborn dirt such as insect residues from the headlight lenses at regular intervals for example when refuelling The following guide lines must be observed page 121 Headlight glasses To ensure the proper operation of the cleaning system during the winter
224. nditions of the system 14 18 14 18 1 al Travel time Travel time 30 min 30 min Fig 98 Maxi DOT display Engine is auto matically switched off automat ic engine cut off is not possible 22 0 22 0 trip trip km km 1255 10 2 1255 Dira A Read and observe H on page 105 first For system dependent automatic engine shutdown to work the following conditions must be met The driver s door is closed The driver has fastened the seat belt The bonnet is closed The driving speed was higher than 4 km h after the last stop v Notrailer is coupled S SSS Some additional conditions for the system to function correctly cannot be in fluenced or recognised by the driver Therefore the system can react differ ently in situations which are identical from the driver s perspective If after stopping the car the message START STOP NOT POSSIBLE appears in the segment display or the amp Fig 98 check mark appears in the MAXI DOT display then the conditions for automatic engine shutdown are not met Running the engine is essential for the following reasons for example gt The engine temperature for the proper function of the system has not yet been reached gt The charge state of the vehicle battery is too low gt The current consumption is too high gt High air conditioning or heating capacity high fan speed big difference be tween the desired and actual interior temperature 106 Driving Note
225. ng the ignition on the temperature display and the icon appear immediately After pressing button A Fig 24 on page 37 the most recently displayed data is shown H WARNING Even at outside temperatures of around 4 C black ice may still be present on the road surface You should therefore not rely solely on the outside temperature display for an indication of whether there is black ice on the road 1 Applies to vehicles with the multifunction display MFA 2 With vehicles that have an automatic gearbox and in the manual switching mode Tiptronic the current ly engaged gear is shown 3 For vehicles with segment display the arrow is displayed behind the gear indication 38 Using the system Gear recommendation 1418 4 14 18 4 Fig 25 Information on the selected gear Gear recommendation OO eeu trip km o i t 1255 10 2 O0 22 9 trip km o i p 1255 Oas N Read and observe H on page 37 first The function of the gear recommendation is to help reduce fuel consumption Display Fig 25 gt Optimal gear engaged B Recommended gear Recommended gear The gear recommendation is intended only for vehicles with a manual trans mission or for vehicles with an automatic transmission in manual shift mode Tiptronic The recommended gear and the arrow icon is displayed gt t Recommends that you shift to a higher gear gt Recommends that you shift to a lower g
226. nition wait until the right turn signal light flashes 4x gt Switch off the ignition an audible signal sounds which confirms the activa tion of the function gt Release the turn signal stalk E WARNING When the daytime running light is switched on the side lights neither at the front nor the rear and the number plate lights are not lit Therefore al ways switch on the low beam when the visibility is poor Turn signal and main beam Fig 37 Operating lever Turn signal and main beam operation A O gt ON CANCEL OFF l m N Read and observe H on page 53 first Lever positions a gt Q D D O 1x Switch on right turn signal Switch on left turn signal Switch on high beam spring loaded position Switching off main beam switching on headlamp flasher spring loaded position Main beam The main beam can only be switched on when the low beam lights are on When the high beam or headlight flasher is on the warning light 20 lights up in the instrument cluster Flashing When the left flashing light is switched on the warning light lt flashes in the instrument cluster When the right flashing light is switched on the warning light gt gt flashes in the instrument cluster The flashing light is turned on even before the upper and lower pressure point This is advantageous with some manoeuvres For example when changing lanes hold the control lever of each pressure point The turn
227. nserted into the slots in the doors page 68 Insert waste container gt Position the waste container at the front edge of the slot gt Push the waste container to the back in the direction of the arrow 1 Fig 65 gt Push the waste container as required in the direction of arrow 2 Transporting and practical equipment 71 Remove the waste container gt Remove the waste container in the opposite direction to the arrow 1 Fig 65 Open close waste container gt Open the waste container in the direction of the arrow 3 Fig 65 Closing takes place in reverse order Replace bags gt Remove the waste container from the slot gt Push the two catches of the inner frame out of the container body in the di rection of the arrow 4 Fig 65 gt Pull the bag together with the inner frame down in the direction of arrow 5 gt Remove the bag from the inside frame gt Pull the new bag through the frame and pull it over the frame in the direction of arrow 6 gt Insert the bag with the frame in the direction of arrow 7 into the container body The two catches of the inner frame must click into place HH WARNING Never use the waste container as an ashtray risk of fire F Note We recommend that you use 20x30 cm bags Multimedia holder Fig 66 Multimedia holder N Read and observe H on page 68 first You can use this holder to store e g a mobile phone MP3 player or similar de
228. nterior monitor and towing protection If the vehicle is locked and the safe securing system is switched off the door can be opened separately from the inside by a single pull on opening lever Switching on The safelock switches on automatically the next time the vehicle is locked and unlocked Switch off display The indicator light in the driver door flashes for about 2 seconds fast goes out and starts to flash at longer intervals after about 30 seconds Switch on display The warning light flashes for around 2 seconds in quick succession afterwards it begins to flash evenly at longer intervals WARNING If the car is locked and the safe securing system activated no people must remain in the car as it will then not be possible to either unlock a door or open a window from the inside The locked doors make it more difficult for rescuers to get into the vehicle in an emergency risk to life Note This function only applies to certain countries Individual settings A Read and observe H and F on page 45 first Opening a single door This function makes it possible to only unlock the driver s door The other doors remain locked and are only unlocked when the command is repeated Automatic locking unlocking All doors are locked from a speed of around 15 km h The button in the handle of the boot lid is deactivated If the ignition key is withdrawn the car is then automatically unlocked again In addition it is possible for the
229. ntervals Display of the number of days and kilometres remain ing until the next service page 43 Button for gt Reset counter for distance travelled trip page 28 gt Setting the time gt enable disable the mode selected by means of the 5 key Fuel gauge page 28 Revolution counter N Read and observe H on page 26 first The tachometer 1 Fig 19 on page 26 shows the actual engine speed per mi nute The beginning of the red scale range of the tachometer indicates the maxi mum permitted engine speed of a driven in and operating warm engine You should shift into the next highest gear before the red scale of the revolu tion counter is reached or select mode D on the automatic gearbox The gear recommendation is important to note in order to maintain the opti mum engine speed page 38 EE CAUTION The pointer of the tachometer must reach the red area for only a short time there is a risk of engine damage Display A 4 18 Fig 20 Display types S D km h trip UC km Lo Skm al ae 14 1 2 3 4 7 0 R 1 n AN Read and observe H on page 26 first Display types Fig 20 A Segment display B MAXI DOT display The following information will be displayed gt Distance travelled page 28 gt Time page 29 1 This function only applies to certain countries gt Details of the information system page 37 gt Details of the service inte
230. o be checked if nec essary by a specialist garage or is to be restored if necessary The description of the coolant is shown in the coolant expansion reser voir Fig 116 on page 133 E WARNING The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area The following warning instructions must be followed at all times when working in the en gine compartment page 127 a The coolant is harmful to health a Avoid contact with the coolant a Coolant vapours are harmful to health Never open the end cover of the coolant expansion reservoir while the engine is still warm The cooling system is pressurized a When opening the end cover of the coolant expansion reservoir cover it with a cloth to protect your face hands and arms from hot steam or hot coolant f any coolant splashes into your eyes immediately rinse out your eyes with clear water and contact a doctor as soon as possible Always keep the coolant in the original container safe from people who are not completely independent especially children there is a danger of poisoning a f coolant is swallowed consult a doctor immediately Never spill operating fluids over the hot engine risk of fire EE CAUTION Do not continue your journey if for some reason it is not possible to fill with coolant under the current circumstances Switch off the engine and seek as sistance from a specialist garage The concentration of coolant additive in the coolant must ne
231. of the cover and remove it in the direction of the ar row Fig 78 Insertion takes place in reverse order CAUTION The storage compartments are designed for storing small objects of up to 1 5 kg in weight in total a When using the storage compartment take care not to damage the storage compartment or the luggage compartment lining Double sided floor covering CQ Read and observe H and on page 75 first You can fit a double sided floor covering in the luggage compartment One side of the double sided floor covering is made of fabric the other side is washable easy to maintain The washable side is used to transport wet or dirty items 78 Using the system Note For easier turning of the covering use the loop attached Class N1 vehicles N Read and observe H and H on page 75 first In class N1 vehicles that are not fitted with a protective grille a lashing set that complies with the EN 12195 standard 1 4 must be used for fastening the load Proper functioning of the electrical installation is essential for safe vehicle op eration It is important to ensure that the electrical installation is not damaged during the adjustment process or when the storage area is being loaded and unloaded CQO Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects fixing points for base support 79 Roof load 79 E WARNING The transported items on the roof rack must be securely attached
232. of the vehicle that differ from the fuel consumption values listed on the SKODA websites or in the commer cial and technical vehicle documentation Technical data 169 Dimensions Fig 160 Principle sketch Vehicle dimensions Vehicle dimensions mm Fig 160 Specification Value A gechi Basie oimeneign 1461 14887 Vehicles with a rough road package 1474 1500 Basic dimension 1457 Front track For vehicles fitted with the 1 2 1 55 kW MPI and 1 2 1 63 kW TSI engines and 14 1463 wheel rims Width 1706 Basic dimension 1494 D Rear track For vehicles fitted with the 1 2 1 55 kW MPI and 1 2 1 63 kW TSI engines and 14 1500 wheel rims E Width including exterior mirror 1940 F E Basic dimension 136 Vehicles with a rough road package 143 G Wheel base 2602 H Length 4483 a Valid for vehicles with the Amundsen navigation system 170 Technical data Fig 161 Principle sketch Departure an gle BNH 0323 Angle Fig 161 A Overhang angle front Overhang angle rear Departure angle Transition from the horizontal plane to an upward slope or from a downward slope back to the plane The angle indication determines the angle at which you can drive the vehicle down the embankment at a slow speed without the bumper or the under body of the vehicle touching the ground Overhang angle Overhang angle front Overhang angle rear Technical data 171
233. ol air supply I Read and observe H on page 68 first Opening gt Pull the lid handle in the direction of the arrow Fig 69 A and fold down the lid Closing gt Lift the lid upwards until it clicks into place Air supply into the storage compartment gt Turn the control dial Fig 69 B anti clockwise to the limit to open the air supply gt Turn the control dial anti clockwise to close the air supply Opening the air supply when the air conditioning system is switched on allows cooled air to flow into the storage compartment Opening the air supply when the air conditioning system is switched on allows cooled air to flow into the storage compartment U WARNING The storage compartment must always be closed when driving for safety reasons Transporting and practical equipment 73 Note A 1 litre bottle max capacity can be stored in the storage compartment on the front passenger s side When the storage compartment is opened a light lights up If the cooling of the storage compartment is not used we recommend that you leave the air supply closed Clothes hook N Read and observe H on page 68 first The clothes hooks are located on the middle door pillars of the vehicle and on the handle of the headliner above each of the rear doors WARNING Only hang light items of clothing on the hooks Never leave any heavy or sharp edged objects in the pockets of the items of clothing Do not use cl
234. ol system Warning light 36 Cruise Control System 104 Cup holders 69 D DAY LIGHT See Daytime running lights 54 Daytime running lights 54 De icing windows 121 178 Index Deactivating an airbag 18 Decorative films 120 Defrsoting rear window 59 Delayed locking of the boot lid see boot lid 51 Departure angle 17 Diesel refer to Fuel 127 Diesel fuel Operation in winter 127 Diesel particulate filter Information messages 34 Warning light 34 Digital Clock Time 29 Dipstick 131 Disconnecting and reconnecting vehicle battery 137 Display 27 Compass points 43 Coolant temperature 27 Fuel supply 28 Gear changes 38 Service intervals 43 Display a low temperature 38 Display of the second speed 29 Disposal Acceptance and recycling of used vehicles _ 117 Distance driven 28 Door Child safety lock 48 Closing 49 Emergency locking 157 Opening 49 Warning light door open 3l Door open Warning light 31 Double sided floor covering 78 Driving Driving through water Emissions Fuel consumption Maximum speed off of made up roads Driving in Brake linings engine Tyres Driving off of made up roads Driving through water Driving with a trailer E Economical driving tips Economical driving and environmental friendli ness EDL Electrical power windows Button in the
235. olution or cleaning products specially designed for this purpose Fabric Clean upholstery cover materials and cloth trims on doors boot cover etc us ing specific cleaning agents e g dry foam Use a soft sponge brush or commercially available microfibre cloth Use a cloth and a cleaning agent specifically designed for this purpose to clean the roof trim Remove any lumps on the cover fabric and any fabric residue using a brush Remove stubborn hair using a cleaning glove Alcantara Dust and dirt in pores creases and seams may chafe and damage the surface Therefore they must be removed regularly at short intervals with a cloth or vacuum cleaner Minor changes in colour caused by use are normal EE CAUTION For Alcantara seat covers do not use any solvents floor wax shoe cream Stain remover leather cleaners or similar agents Avoid leaving the vehicle in bright sunlight for long periods of time in order to stop the artificial leather materials or Alcantara from bleaching During ex tended periods of standing outdoors protect artificial leather fabrics or Alcan tara by covering Some clothing materials e g dark denim do not have sufficient colour fast ness This can cause damage or clearly visible discolouration to seat covers even when used correctly This applies particularly to light coloured seat cov ers This does not relate to a fault in the seat cover but rather to poor colour fastn
236. on on the proper use of the safety belts a Never use one Seat belt to secure two persons including children The seatbelt must not be placed over a child who is sitting on the lap of another passenger E WARNING Continued The lock tongue should only be inserted into the lock which is the correct one for your seat Wrong use of the safety belt will reduce its capacity to protect and the risk of injury increases The slot of the belt tongue must not be blocked otherwise the belt tongue will not lock in place properly s Many layers of clothing and loose clothing e g a winter coat over a jack et do not allow you to be correctly seated and impairs proper operation of the seat belts a It is prohibited to use clamps or other objects to adjust seat belts e g for shortening the belts for smaller persons The seat belts for the rear seats can only fulfil their function reliably when the seat backrests are correctly locked into position page 67 H WARNING Information on the care and maintenance of the safety belts The belt webbing must always be kept clean Soiled belt webbing may im pair proper operation of the inertia reel page 124 The seat belts must not be removed or changed in any way Do not at tempt to repair the seat belts yourself Check the condition of all the seat belts on a regular basis If any damage to the seat belts seat belt connections inertia reel or the lock is detected the relevant sea
237. ontrol key Fig 28 Unlocking the vehicle G Locking the vehicle lt 3 Unlocking the boot lid A Folding out folding up of the key bit Warning light Unlocking the vehicle The turn signal lights flash twice as confirmation that the vehicle has been un locked If you unlock the vehicle and do not open a door or the boot lid within the next 30 seconds the vehicle will lock again automatically and the safe lock system or anti theft alarm system will be switched on This function is intended to prevent the car being unlocked unintentionally Locking the vehicle The turn signal lights flash once as confirmation that the vehicle has been locked 1 This function only applies to certain countries 46 Using the system If the doors or the boot lid remain open after the vehicle has been locked the turn signal lights do not flash until they have been closed Unlocking locking the tailgate By pressing the symbol key for about 1s only the boot lid is unlocked The lid is locked page 51 by closing Checking the battery condition If the red indicator light B Fig 28 does not flash when you press a button on the remote control key the battery is empty Replace the battery page 157 EE CAUTION Operation of the remote control may temporarily be affected by signal inter ference from transmitters close to the car and which operate in the same fre quency range e g mobile phone TV transmitter Only ope
238. oping cracks Do not use any aggressive cleaning or chemical solvent products to clean the headlights risk of damaging the headlight lenses Door closing cylinder N Read and observe H and H on page 119 first Specific products must be used for de icing door lock cylinders EE CAUTION Make sure that as little water as possible gets into the locking cylinder when washing the vehicle there is a risk of freezing the lock cylinder Cavity protection A Read and observe H and on page 119 first All the cavities of your vehicle which are at risk from corrosion are protected for life by a layer of protective wax applied in the factory This wax protection does not need to be inspected or re applied Care and maintenance 121 If any small amount of wax flow out of the cavities at high temperatures these must be removed with a plastic scraper and the stains cleaned using a petrole um cleaner E WARNING Safety regulations should be observed when using petroleum cleaner to re move wax risk of fire Wheels A Read and observe H and on page 119 first Wheel rims Also thoroughly wash the wheel rims when washing the vehicle on a regular basis Regularly remove salt and brake abrasion otherwise the rim material will be corroded Light alloy wheels After washing thoroughly and treat the wheel rims with a protective product for light alloy wheels Products which cause abrasion must not be used to treat the wheel rims
239. or products that have not been ap proved by KODA AUTO a s even though these may be products with an op erational approval or that have been approved by a government testing insti tute We advise you only to use KODA Original Accessories and KODA Original Parts which have been expressly approved for use on your vehicle Reliability safety and suitability for your vehicle are guaranteed with these KODA Original Accessories and KODA Original Parts can be purchased from SKODA Partners who will also perform the professional assembly of the pur chased parts Statutory checks I Read and observe H on page 115 first Many countries have legislation requiring the operational reliability and road worthiness and or exhaust gas properties of a vehicle to be tested at specific intervals These tests can be carried out by workshops or testing stations that have been legally authorized for this purpose The SKODA Service Partners are up to date on the legally required tests and will prepare the vehicle for the tests as part of a service operation if required or will be responsible for carrying out these tests The specialist garages can carry out the specified tests directly if required by the customer if they are au thorised to do so This saves you time and money Even if you want to take your vehicle to an officially approved test centre for prior checking in preparation of a legally required test we recommend that you consult th
240. ors N Read and observe H and on page 51 first All windows can be operated from the driver s seat Power window buttons Fig 35 A Driver s door Passenger door Left rear door D Left rear door S Safety pushbutton Opening gt Lightly press the appropriate button down and hold it until the window has moved into the desired position Releasing the button causes the window to stop immediately 52 Using the system The driver s window can be completely opened automatically by briefly press ing the button as far as the stop Renewed pressing of the button causes the window to stop immediately Closing gt Pull gently on the top edge of the corresponding button and hold until the window has moved into the desired position Releasing the button causes the window to stop immediately Safety pushbutton The buttons for power windows in the rear doors can be deactivated by press ing the safety switch S Fig 35 The buttons for the electrical power win dows at the rear doors are activated again by pressing the safety push button S again If the buttons for the rear doors are deactivated the warning light Gin the safety switch S lights up Force limit N Read and observe H and F on page 51 first The electrical power windows are fitted with a force limiter If there is an obstacle the closing process is stopped and the window goes down by several centimetres If the obstacle prevents the window fro
241. orting blocks the car jack is not sufficient risk of injury EE CAUTION Always top up using the correct specification of fluids This may result in major operating problems and also vehicle damage For the sake of the environment In view of the requirements for the environmentally friendly disposal of fluids and the special tools and knowledge required for such work we recommend that fluids be changed by a specialist garage Note Please consult a specialist garage for any questions relating to fluids Fluids with the proper specifications can be purchased from the SKODA Origi nal Accessories or from the SKODA Genuine Parts ranges Opening and closing the bonnet Fig 111 Bonnet release lever release lever TE CAUTION Never open the bonnet by the locking lever Fig 111 Engine compartment overview Fig 112 Securing the bonnet A Read and observe H and H on page 127 first Open flap gt Open the front door gt Pull the release lever underneath the dash panel in the direction of the ar mt row 1 Fig 111 a BNH 0002 Before opening the bonnet ensure that the arms of the windscreen wipers Fig 113 Principle sketch Engine compartment are correctly in place against the windscreen otherwise the paintwork on the flap could be damaged N Read and observe H and H on page 127 first gt Press the release lever in the direction of the arrow 2 and the flap is un Arrangement in the en
242. ot particles collect in the diesel particulate filter where they are burnt ona regular basis If the indicator light illuminates soot has accumulated in the filter To clean the filter and where traffic conditions permit H drive as follows for at least 15 minutes or until the indicator light goes out JV Athor 5th gear automatic transmission position S Vehicle speed at least 70 km h Engine speed between 1800 2500 rpm If the filter is properly cleaned the warning icon goes out If the filter is not properly cleaned the warning light the warning light 0 begins to flash does not go out and The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display Diesel particle filter Owner s manual The system allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode After switching the ignition off and on again the indicator light the indicator light also illumi nates Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately H WARNING The diesel particulate filter reaches very high temperatures there is a fire hazard and serious injury could be caused Therefore never stop the vehicle at places where the underside of your vehicle can come into contact with flammable materials such as dry grass undergrowth leaves spilled fuel or such like a Always adjust your speed to suit weather road region and traffic condi tions The recommendations indicated by the warning light must not tempt you to disregard the nationa
243. othes hangers for hanging up items of clothing this may re duce the effectiveness of the head airbags a Ensure that any clothes hanging from the hooks do not impair your vision to the rear AE CAUTION The maximum permissible load of the hooks is 2 kg Storage pockets on the front seats Fig 70 Map pockets N Read and observe H on page 68 first A The storage pockets Fig 70 are intended for the storage of maps maga Zines etc 74 Using the system E WARNING Never put heavy items into the map pockets risk of injury EE CAUTION Never put large objects into the map pockets e g bottles or objects with sharp edges risk of damaging the pockets and seat coverings Net pockets on the front seat rest Fig 71 Meshed pocket N Read and observe H on page 68 first The net pockets are used for storage of small and light objects such as mobile phones and the like The net pockets are located on the inner sides of the front seat backr ests Fig 71 H WARNING Do not exceed the maximum permissible load of the meshed pockets Heavy objects are not secured sufficiently risk of injury CAUTION The maximum permissible load of the meshed pockets is 150 g Never put large objects into the meshed pockets e g bottles or objects with sharp edges risk of damaging the meshed pockets CQ Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Fast
244. over on top of the fuse box gt Push in the interlocks on the cover and lock F Note The cover mustengage fiily Fuses 1 7 are replaced by a specialist garage Fuse assignment in the engine compartment Bulbs CQO Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Bulb arrangement in the headlights 163 Replacing the low beam bulb 163 Replacing bulb for main beam daytime running lights and parking light __ 164 Changing the front turn signal bulb 164 Replacing the bulb for the fog light 164 Replacing the bulb for the licence plate light 165 Rear lamp 166 Fig 148 Fuses Version 1 version 2 Replacing bulbs in rear light 166 Ql Read and observe H and H on page 159 first Some manual skills are required to change a bulb For this reason we recom mend having bulbs replaced by a specialist garage or seeking other expert help Power consumer in the event of any uncertainties Generator 2 Not assigned version 1 auxiliary electric heater version 2 162 Do it yourself gt Switch off the ignition and all of the lights before replacing a bulb gt Faulty bulbs must only be replaced with the same type of bulbs The designa tion is located on the light socket or the glass bulb gt A stowage compartment for replacement bulbs is located in a plastic box in the spare wheel or underneath the floor covering in the boot WARNING a Always read and observe the warning not
245. ow speed Average fuel consumption The average fuel consumption since the memory was last erased is displayed in litres 100 km If you wish to determine the average fuel consumption over a certain period of time you must set the memory at the start of the new measurement to zero page 39 Memory After erasing the memory no value is displayed until you have driven approx 300 m The display is updated regularly while you are driving Range The range indicates the distance you can still drive with your vehicle based on the level of fuel in the tank and with the same style of driving as before The display is shown in steps of 10 km After lighting up of the indicator light i the display is shown in steps of 5 km The fuel consumption over the last 50 km is used to calculate the information The range will increase if you drive in a more economical manner If the memory is set to zero after disconnecting the battery a fuel consump tion of 10 100 km is calculated for the range afterwards the value is updated according to the style of driving Distance travelled The distance travelled since the memory was last erased is displayed If you want to measure the distance travelled from a particular moment in time reset the memory to zero at that moment in time page 39 Memory The maximum distance indicated in both memories is 1999 km 8 and 9 999 km Q The indicator is set back to zero if this period is exceeded
246. page 102 Electronic Stability Control ESC Note If the vehicle s battery has been disconnected and reconnected the warning light comes on after switching on the ignition If the indicator light does not go out after moving a short distance this means that there is an error in the system Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately tc Traction Control System ASR N Read and observe H on page 30 first The warning light flashes c to show that the ASR is currently operating If the warning light c illuminates there is a fault in the ASR The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display Error traction control ASR Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately If the warning light illuminates immediately after you start the engine the ASR might be switched off due to technical reasons gt Switch the ignition off and on again The ASR is fully functional again if the c warning light no longer illuminates after you switch the engine back on Further information page 102 Traction Control System TCS Note If the vehicle battery has been disconnected and then reconnected the indica tor light amp s comes on after switching on the ignition If the indicator light does not go out after moving a short distance this means that there is an error in the system Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately Antilock brake system ABS N Read and observe H on page 30 first I
247. perate if the engine is running If the engine is not running significantly more physical force is required to depress the brake pedal and steer the vehicle If using a tow rope ensure that it is always kept taught Towing another vehicle requires a certain amount of practice Both drivers should be familiar with the particular points about towing a vehicle Unskilled drivers should not attempt to tow in another vehicle or to be towed in The vehicle must be transported on a special breakdown vehicle or trailer if it is not possible to tow in the vehicle in the way described or if the towing dis tance is greater than 50 km Attach the tow rope or the tow bar to the towing eyes page 155 or page 156 to the detachable ball head of the towing equip ment page 108 E WARNING The tow rope must not be twisted as it may in certain circumstances re sult in the front towing eye being unscrewed out of your vehicle Do not use one sided twisted tow rope because the towing eye could become unscrewed on the vehicle under certain circumstances a When towing respect the national legal provisions especially those which relate to the identification of the towing vehicle and the vehicle be ing towed EE CAUTION Do not tow start the engine there is a risk of damaging the engine and the catalytic converter The battery from another vehicle can be used as a jump Start aid page 153 Jump starting a If the gearbox no longe
248. position or seated position is not correct There must not by any further persons animals or objects positioned be tween the front seated occupants and the deployment area of the airbag E WARNING Front airbag and transporting children Never transport children on the front seat of a vehicle without using a proper restraint system If airbags are deployed in the event of an accident the child might suffer severe or even fatal injuries The front passenger airbag must be deactivated if using a rear facing child seat on the front passenger seat page 18 Deactivating airbags If this is not done there is a risk of the child suffering severe or even fatal injuries if the front passenger airbag is deployed When transporting a child on the front passenger seat pay attention to any relevant national regula tions regarding the use of child safety seats E WARNING General information The steering wheel and the surface of the airbag module in the dash pan el on the passenger side must not have stickers attached be covered or modified in any other way These parts should only be cleaned with a cloth that is dry or has been moistened with water No objects such as cup hold ers mobile phone mounts etc must be attached to the covers of the air bag modules or be located within their immediate vicinity Never place objects on the surface of the front passenger airbag module in the dash panel 16 Safety Note a In vehicles wi
249. pport and does not relieve the driver of the re sponsibility for the vehicle operation a Always adjust the speed and driving style to the current visibility weath er road and traffic conditions Functioning N Read and observe H on page 104 first Basic requirements for start of control JZ The GRAis activated J On vehicles with a manual transmission the second gear or higher must be engaged J Onvehicles with an automatic transmission the selector lever must be in the D S position or in the Tiptronic position J The current speed must be higher than 20 km hr This is only possible within the range which is permitted by the power output and braking power of the engine E WARNING If the engine power and engine braking effect is insufficient to maintain the set speed steering must be taken over Operating Description Fig 97 Operating lever Cruise control system controls N Read and observe H on page 104 first Overview of the control elements of the GRA Fig 97 A OFF Deactivate GRA delete stored speed CANCEL Interrupt control sprung position ON Activate ACC control deactivated RES Take control again Increase speed SET Launch control reduce speed a If no speed stored the current speed is adopted After starting the system the current speed is stored and the instrument clus ter lights up the indicator light on After the interruption in control the stored speed can be resumed by
250. pressing the B button Automatic control interruption Automatic control interruption occurs if any of the following conditions are met gt By pressing the brake or clutch pedal gt When one of the brake assist systems e g ESC intervenes gt Through an airbag deployment WARNING a Always deactivate the cruise control system after use to prevent the sys tem being switched on unintentionally Control may only be resumed if the stored speed is not too high for the current traffic conditions AF Note During control speed can be increased by pressing the accelerator pedal Re leasing the accelerator pedal will cause the speed to drop again to the set speed CQ Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Operating conditions of the system 106 Operation in vehicles with manual gearbox 106 Operation in vehicles with automatic gearbox 106 System related automatic start up 107 Manually deactivating activating the system 107 Information messages 107 The START STOP system hereinafter referred to as the system saves fuel and reduces polluting emissions and CO 2 emissions by turning the engine off e g when stopping at traffic lights and starting the engine again when moving off E WARNING Never let the vehicle roll with the engine switched off The brake servo unit and power steering only operate if the engine is run ning Assistsystems 105 Operating co
251. pressurized risk of scalding It is therefore best to allow the engine to cool down before removing the cap Do not touch the radiator fan The radiator fan may switch itself on auto matically even if the ignition is off EE CAUTION Additional headlights and other attached components in front of the air inlet impair the cooling efficiency of the coolant Never cover the radiator there is a risk of the engine overheating Power steering N Read and observe H on page 30 first If the indicator light is illuminated there is a fault in the power steering sys tem The power steering operates with reduced steering assist or does not function at all Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately 2 Electronic Stability Control ESC N Read and observe H on page 30 first The warning light flashes to show that the ESC is currently operating If the warning light illuminates there is a fault in the ESC The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display O Error stabilization control ESC or O Error traction control ASR Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately If the warning light amp illuminates immediately after you start the engine the ESC might be switched off due to technical reasons gt Switch the ignition off and on again The ESC is fully functional again if the warning light no longer illuminates after you switch the engine back on Further information
252. r display 142 Tools 146 TOP TETHER 23 Towing 154 Towing device Description 108 Use and care 111 Towing eye Front 155 Rear 156 Towing protection 50 Traction Control System TCS 102 Trailer 112 13 pin power socket 112 driving with a trailer 112 Loading 112 Safety eye 112 Trailer operation 108 Transport Luggage compartment 75 Roof rack system 78 Transporting 68 Transporting children safely 19 Turn signal 55 Turn signal system Warning light 36 two way radio systems 85 Tyre inflation pressure Warning light 35 Tyre load bearing capacity See Wheels 141 tyre pressure monitor setting 142 Tyre repair Check pressure 153 Preparations 152 Sealing and inflating the tyre 152 Tyres 138 Inflation pressure 139 new 100 New 140 See Wheels 140 Sizes 139 Tyre wear indicator 139 U Under body Vehicle care Under body protection Unlocking Individual settings Key Remote control Unlocking and locking USB Used vehicles Acceptance and recycling Useful equipment Ashtray Car park ticket holder Cigarette lighter Clothes hook Cup holders Glasses compartment Multimedia holder Storage compartment Using the information system Using the selector lever V Vehicle battery Automatic load deactivation charging Checking the batt
253. r contains any oil because of a defect your vehicle must only be towed with the drive wheels raised clear of the ground or ona special breakdown vehicle or trailer To protect both vehicles when tow starting or towing the tow rope should be elastic Thus one should only use plastic fibre rope or a rope made out of a similarly elastic material There is always a risk of excessive stresses and damage resulting at the points to which you attach the tow rope or tow bar when you attempt to tow a vehicle which is not standing on a paved road Note We recommend using a tow rope from SKODA Original Accessories which is available from a SKODA Partner Front towing eye ef Fig 136 Removing the cap installing the towing eye AN Read and observe H and on page 155 first Removing installing the cap gt Press on the cap in the area A Fig 136 gt Remove the cap in the direction of the arrow 1 gt After unscrewing the cap of the towing eye B insert the cap in area A and then press the opposite side of the cap The cap must engage firmly Emergency equipment and self help 155 Removing installing the towing eye gt Manually screw the towing eye as far as it will go in the direction of the ar row 2 Fig 136 E For tightening purposes we recommend for example using the wheel wrench towing eye from another vehicle or a similar object that can be pushed through the eye gt Unscrew the towing eye aga
254. r is not aimed directly at the locking cylinders or the door panel joints risk of freezing a To avoid damaging the parking aid sensors while cleaning with high pressure cleaners or steam jets the sensors must only be directly sprayed for short pe riods while a minimum distance of 10 cm must be observed Note See also Washing cars with decorative films using a high pressure clean er page 120 CQ Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Vehicle paint work 119 Plastic parts 20 Rubber seals 120 Chrome parts 120 Decorative films 2 Windows and external mirrors 121 Headlight glasses 121 Door closing cylinder SS Cavity protection 121 Wheels 122 Under body protection 122 Wiper blades 122 We recommend using vehicle care products from KODA Original Accessories These are available from SKODA Partners The usage instructions on the pack age must be observed E WARNING a Vehicle care products may be harmful to your health if not used according to the instructions Always keep the vehicle care products safe from people who are not com pletely independent e g children there is a danger of poisoning Protect your hands and arms from sharp edged metal parts when clean ing the underfloor the inside of the wheel housings or the wheel trims risk of cuts EE CAUTION Do not use any insect sponges rough kitchen sponges or similar cleaning
255. ral wear and tear such as tyres batteries bulbs and wiper blades Note The accessories authorized by the company KODA AUTO a s will be offered by the KODA Partners in all countries where the company KODA AUTO a s has a sales and after sales service network This will usually be in the form of a printed catalogue of SKODA Genuine Accessories in the form of separate prin ted brochures or in the form of SKODA Genuine Accessories on the SKODA Partner websites Spoiler AN Read and observe H on page 115 first If your new vehicle is fitted with a spoiler on the front bumper in combination with the spoiler on the luggage compartment lid the following instructions must be adhered to gt For safety reasons the vehicle must only be fitted with a spoiler on the front bumper in combination with the associated spoiler on the luggage compart ment lid gt This kind of spoiler cannot be left on the front bumper either on its own in combination with another spoiler not on the luggage compartment lid or in combination with an unsuitable spoiler on the luggage compartment lid gt We recommend that you consult the SKODA Service Partner for any repairs to or replacement addition or removal of spoilers H WARNING f work on your vehicle s spoilers is not carried out properly this can lead to operational faults risk of accident and serious injuries a If a front spoiler full wheel trim etc is mounted retrospectively it must be
256. range adjustment 53 Cockpit 58 Fog lights 56 Hazard warning light system 57 Headlight flasher 55 Indicator lights 30 Low beam 53 Main beam 55 Parking light 53 Rear fog light switching on off Turn signal Lock unlock steering lock Locking Individual settings Key Remote control Locking and unlocking the vehicle from the in side Locking the door without a locking cylinder Emergency Low beam Luggage compartment 56 J3 93 47 46 Cover Emergency unlocking Fastening elements Fixing nets Lighting Unlocking the tailgate Luggage compartment cover Luggage compartment lid M Main beam Warning light Maintenance see vehicle care Manual air conditioning Air distribution control 55 119 81 Operating elements Manual gear changing see gear changing MAXI DOT See MAXI DOT display MAXI DOT display Main menu Operation Settings 82 97 Maximum permissible weights 168 Maximum speed 172 MDI 92 MFD See multifunction display 39 Mirror Exterior mirror 62 Make up 60 Mobile phone 85 Connecting to the hands free system 87 Modifications 115 Modifications and technical alterations Airbags 117 Service 116 Spoiler 117 Multifunction display Functions 39 Information 40 Memory 39 Operation 37
257. rate the remote control when the doors and boot lid are closed and the vehicle is in your line of sight a f the driver door is open the vehicle cannot be locked using the remote con trol key The operating range of the remote control key is approx 30 m But this range of the remote control can be reduced if the batteries are weak Note A SKODA partner can also activate deactivate the acoustic signals on vehicles with an anti theft alarm system Unlocking locking with the key Fig 29 Left side of the vehicle Turning the key for unlocking and locking the vehicle A Read and observe H and F on page 45 first The key allows you to unlock and lock the vehicle via the lock cylinder in the driver s door Unlocking locking the vehicle with the key Fig 29 Unlocking Locking CAUTION If at least one door has been opened the vehicle cannot be locked Safe securing system A Read and observe H and H on page 45 first The door locks are blocked automatically if the vehicle is locked from the out side The vehicle cannot be opened from the inside any more This fact is pointed out by the following message on the display of the instru ment cluster after switching off the ignition Check SAFELOCK Owner s manual CHECK DEADLOCK Switching off The safe lock can be switched off in one of the following ways gt By locking twice within 2 seconds gt By disabling the interior monitoring page 50 I
258. rea ted with a preservative afterwards EE CAUTION a Paint damage is to be repaired immediately Never apply wax to the windows s Mat painted or plastic parts must not be treated with polishing products or hard waxes Do not polish the paintwork in a dusty environment risk of paint scratches Do not apply any paint care products to door seals or window guides If possible do not apply any paint care products to parts of the bodywork that come into contact with door seals or window guides Plastic parts A Read and observe H and H on page 119 first Clean plastic parts with a damp cloth If this method does not completely clean the plastic parts use cleaning prod ucts specially designed for this purpose TE CAUTION Do not use paint care products on plastic parts Rubber seals A Read and observe H and on page 119 first All door seals and window guides are factory treated with a colourless matt varnish layer to prevent the freezing of painted body parts and to protect against driving noise 120 General Maintenance EE CAUTION Do not treat the door seals and window guides with any products whatsoev er Applying additional treatments to the seals can corrode the protective coat ing and driving noise may occur Chrome parts A Read and observe H and on page 119 first First clean the chrome parts with a damp cloth and then polish them with a soft dry cloth If this method does not completel
259. replenishing 125 CAUTION a The fuel tank is full just as soon as the pump nozzle switches off for the first time provided the nozzle has been operated properly Not continue refuelling Be careful when filling diesel fuel from the spare canister and then do this slowly and cautiously danger of contaminating the body Note The fuel tank has a capacity of about 55 litres containing a reserve of approx 7 litres Lead free petrol N Read and observe H on page 125 first The vehicle can only be operated with unleaded petrol that meets the EN 228 standard All petrol engines can be operated using petrol that contains at most 10 bio ethanol E10 Required fuel unleaded petrol 95 91 or 92 or 93 RON Use unleaded fuel with the octane rating 95 RON Unleaded petrol with the octane ratings 91 92 or 93 RON can also be used but may result in a slight loss in performance and slightly increased fuel consumption M Prescribed fuel unleaded petrol min 95 RON Use unleaded fuel with the octane rating 95 RON or higher If unleaded gasoline is not available with the octane number 95 RON in an emergency petrol with the octane rating of 91 92 and 93 RON can be used to fill the tank but this leads to a slight loss of performance and a slightly in creased fuel consumption M Prescribed fuel unleaded petrol 98 95 RON Use unleaded fuel with the octane rating 98 RON or higher Unleaded petrol 95 RON can also be used
260. rogen is released and a highly explosive gas mixture is also produced An explosion can be caused through sparkling over during unclamping or loosening of the cable plug while the ignition is on Creating a bridge between the poles on the battery e g with metal ob jects cables creates a short circuit risk of damage to the battery explo sion and burning of the battery jets of acid spurting out a Avoid creating sparks when working with cables and electrical devices Strong sparking represents a risk of injury Before carrying out any work on the electrical system switch off the en gine the ignition and all electrical consumers and disconnect the negative terminal Quick charging the vehicle battery is dangerous and requires a special charger and specialist knowledge We therefore recommend that vehicle batteries be rapidly charged by a specialist garage EE CAUTION On vehicles with the START STOP system the pole terminal of the charger must not be connected directly to the negative terminal of the vehicle battery but only to the engine earth page 154 Jump starting in vehicles with the START STOP system Replacing N Read and observe H and H on page 135 first The new vehicle battery must have the same capacity voltage current and size as the original battery Suitable vehicle battery types can be purchased from a specialist garage We recommend having the battery replaced by a specialist garag
261. rque Nm per rpm Number of cylinders displacement cm 77 14400 250 1500 2500 4 1598 Performance and Weights MG5 Top speed km h 190 Acceleration 0 100 km h s 10 4 Operating weight in kg 1265 Permissible trailer load braked kg 1200 630 Permissible trailer load unbraked kg Technical data 175 A abroad lead free petrol 126 Abroad Headlights 58 ABS Function 102 Warning light 33 Acceptance and recycling of used vehicles ___ 117 Accessories 115 Adjusting Belt height 13 Exterior mirror 62 head restraints 64 Interior mirror 62 Seat 64 Steering wheel 8 Adjusting the seats 7 Adjustment Beam range 53 Air conditioning system Air outlet vents 81 Airbag 14 Deactivating 18 Deactivating the front passenger airbag 18 Deployment 14 Front airbag 15 Head airbag 17 Indicator light 35 Modifications and damage to the airbag system 117 Side airbag 16 Airbag system 14 Air conditioning 80 Air distribution control 81 Climatronic 83 manual air conditioning 82 Air distribution control 81 176 Index Air outlet vents 81 Alarm Switching off 49 Triggering 49 Alcantara cleaning 124 Anti theft alarm system Activating deactivating 50 Trailer 113 Antilock Braking System 102 Armrest Front 66 Rear 67 artificial leather 124 Ashtray 70 ASR warn
262. rrect adjustment of the seats is particularly important for the following gt Reaching the controls safely and quickly gt A relaxed and fatigue free body position gt Achieving the maximum protection offered by the seat belts and the airbag system HE WARNING a Only adjust the driver s seat when the vehicle is stationary risk of acci dent a Caution when adjusting the seat You may suffer injuries or bruises as a result of adjusting the seat without paying proper attention Never carry more people than the number of seats in the vehicle Do not carry any objects on the front passenger seat except objects de signed for this purpose e g child seats risk of accident FI Note After a certain time play can develop within the adjustment mechanism of the backrest angle Seats and head restraints 63 Adjusting the front seats Fig 48 Control elements at the seat Ql Read and observe H on page 63 first Control elements at the seat Fig 48 A Adjusting a seat in a forward back direction Adjusting height of seat Adjusting the angle of the seat backrest Adjusting a seat in a forward back direction gt Pull lever A Fig 48 in the centre in the direction of arrow and push the seat in the required direction The lock must click into place after you release the lever Adjusting height of seat gt Again push or pull the lever B Fig 48 in the direction of one of the arrows Adjusting
263. rval display page 43 EE CAUTION Pull out the ignition key if coming in contact with the display e g when clean ing to prevent any possible damage Speedometer AN Read and observe H on page 26 first The speedometer 3 Fig 19 on page 26 displays the current speed in km h or mph Warning against excessive speeds An audible warning signal will sound when the vehicle speed exceeds 120 km h The audible warning signal is switched off when the vehicle speed falls be low 120 km h Coolant temperature gauge Fig 21 Coolant temperature gauge BNH 0169 N Read and observe H on page 26 first The display Fig 21 provides information on the engine coolant temperature The display only works if the ignition is switched on In vehicles with a segment display the coolant temperature is indicated only by the lighting up or going out of one of the warning lights page 32 Coolant Instruments and Indicator Lights 27 Cold range If the pointer is still in the left area of the scale this indicates that the engine has not yet reached its operating temperature Avoid high speeds full throttle and high engine loads This prevents possible damage to the engine The operating range The engine has reached its operating temperature as soon as the pointer moves into the mid range of the scale At very high ambient temperatures or heavy engine loads the pointer may move even further to the right High temper
264. s on the quality of the driving in process During the first 1 000 km we recommend not driving faster than 3 4 of the maximum permissible engine speed not to drive at full throttle and to dis pense with the trailer In the area of 1 000 to 1 500 kilometres the engine load can be increased up to the maximum permitted engine speed New tyres New tyres must firstly be run in as they do not offer optimal grip at first Therefore drive with special care for the first 500 km or so New brake pads New brake pads have to first grind in because these do not initially have the best possible braking effect Therefore drive with special care for the first 200 km or so 100 Driving tips for economical driving To achieve the lowest possible fuel consumption the following instructions must be observed Looking ahead when driving Avoid unnecessary acceleration and braking Switch in an energy saving and timely manner Observe the recommended gear page 38 Avoid full throttle and high speeds Fuel consumption will be halved if you drive at only three quarters of the pos sible top speed of your vehicle Reducing idling When the engine is switched off such as when waiting in a traffic jam the fuel economy is already greater after 30 40 s than the fuel quantity which is re quired for engine re start Avoid short distances When driving a short distance of less than about 4 km the engine cannot reach its operatin
265. s per engine type 172 The details given in the vehicle s technical documentation always take prece dence over the details in the Owner s Manual The listed performance values were determined without performance reduc ing equipment e g air conditioning system Vehicle characteristics SIKODA AUTO a s XXXXMKXXXXXXXXX NUIBXXXXXXXXXXXXX JSST OPTIONS XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX Fig 159 Vehicle data sticker type plate Vehicle data sticker The vehicle data sticker Fig 159 A is located on the base of the luggage compartment and is also stuck into the service schedule 168 Technical data The vehicle data sticker contains the following data 1 Vehicle identification number VIN 2 Vehicle type 3 Gearbox code paint number interior equipment engine output engine code 4 Partial vehicle description Type plate The type plate Fig 159 B is located at the bottom of the B pillar on the driver s side The type plate contains the following data 5 Vehicle identification number VIN 6 Maximum permissible gross weight Maximum permissible towed weight towing vehicle and trailer Maximum permissible front axle load 9 Maximum permissible rear axle load Vehicle identification number VIN The vehicle identific
266. s remaining until the next service inter val are displayed in position B gt The symbol and the number of kilometres remaining until the next service interval are displayed in position C As soon as the due date for the service has been reached the flashing icon and the message OIL CHNG or INSPEC_ appear in the display for about 20 sec onds after the ignition has been switched on Display the days and distance until the next service interval Press button 5 Fig 19 on page 26continuously at any time when the igni tion is switched on to display the remaining distance and days until the next service interval 1 The kilometres remaining until the next service interval are displayed instead of the odometer 44 Using the system Information on the oil change service is displayed at first followed by informa tion on the inspection when button 5 is pressed again gt The number 1 or 2 is displayed in position A gt The symbol and the number of days remaining until the next service inter val are displayed in position B gt The symbol and the number of kilometres remaining until the next service interval are displayed in position C Resetting the service interval display We recommend that the display reset is completed by a specialist garage We recommend that you do not reset the service interval display yourself In correctly setting the service interval display could cause problems to the vehi cle
267. s technical documentation always take prece dence over the details in the Owner s Manual The trailer loads specified apply only to altitudes up to 1000 metres above mean Sea level 112 Driving The engine output falls as altitude increases as does the vehicle s climbing power Therefore for every additional 1000 m in height or part the maximum permissible towed weight must be reduced by 10 The towed weight is made up of the actual weights of the loaded towing vehi cle and the loaded trailer The trailer and drawbar load information on the type plate of the towing de vice is merely a test value for the towing device The vehicle specific values are detailed in the vehicle documents H WARNING Do not exceed the maximum permissible axle and drawbar load and the maximum permissible total or towed weight of the vehicle and the trailer risk of accident and serious injuries A sliding cargo can adversely affect stability and driving safety significant ly there is a risk of accident Driving with a trailer Fig 108 Swivel out the 13 pin power socket Q Read and observe H on page 112 first Before the journey gt Grip the 13 pin socket on the handle A and swing out in the direction of the arrow Fig 108 gt Lift off protective cap 5 Fig 100 on page 108 After the journey gt Grip the 13 pin socket on the handle A and swing in the opposite direction to the arrow Fig 108 gt Place the
268. s to be carried out by a specialist company EE CAUTION The air inlet in front of the windscreen must be free from ice snow or leaves for example to ensure that the heating and cooling system works 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 not a leak a If the coolant temperature is too high the cooling system is switched off to ensure that the engine cools down E Note The used air streams out through the vents in the luggage compartment Air outlet vents BNH 0245 Fig 80 Air outlet vents Ol Read and observe H and M on page 80 first Warmed not warmed fresh or cooled air will flow out of the opened air outlet vents according to the setting of the control and the outside atmospheric con ditions The direction of airflow can be adjusted using the air outlet vents 3 and 4 Fig 80 and the outlets can also be opened and closed individually Changing the air flow direction gt To change the height of the air flow turn the horizontal fins upward or downward using the movable adjuster A Fig 80 gt To adjust the lateral direction of the air flow turn the vertical fins with the movable adjuster A to the left or to the right Open close gt Turn the regulator B Fig 80 upwards or downwards An overview of the available settings for adjusting the direction of the air outlet Sett
269. screen wipers and washers The windscreen wipers are on for more than 15 s Lights and visibility 55 The light turns off about 4 minutes after turning off the wipers EE CAUTION Do not attach any stickers or similar objects in front of the light sensor on the windscreen to avoid impairing the function or its reliability Fog lights Fig 39 oie Light switch Switch front and gt e i rear fog light AA A N Read and observe H on page 53 first BNH 0291 Switching on off gt Turn the light switch to position 20 or e Fig 39 gt Pull the light switch to position 1 The rear fog light is switched off in the reverse order The warning light 0 lights up in the instrument cluster when the fog lights are switched on page 30 Fog lights with CORNER function N Read and observe H on page 53 first The CORNER function lights the front fog lamp on each side of the vehicle to illuminate the area around the vehicle when turning parking etc 1 If both switch on conditions are conflicting for example if the front wheels are turned to the left and the right turn signal light is switched on the turn signal light has the higher priority 56 Using the system The CORNER function is switched on automatically if the following conditions are met v The turn signal is switched on or the front wheels are turned sharply to the right or left v The engine is running v The vehicle is stopped or moves at
270. signal light switches itself off automatically when driving around a curve or after making a turn The warning light flashes at twice its normal rate if a bulb for the turn signal light fails Convenience turn signal If you only wish to flash three times briefly push the lever to the upper or low er pressure point and release again E WARNING Only turn on the main beam or the headlight flasher if other road users will not be dazzled FJ Note The headlight flasher can be operated even if the ignition is switched off Automatic driving lamp control Rigas Light switch AUTO position CQ Read and observe H on page 53 first If the light switch is in position AUTO Fig 38 the parking lights low beam and number plate lights are switched on or off automatically Switching on off of the light is regulated on the basis of data gathered by the sensor fitted in the holder of the rear view mirror below the windscreen If the light switch is in position AUTO the lettering AUTO illuminates next to the light switch If the light is switched on automatically the symbol 2 next to the light switch also lights up Automatic driving light control during rain The daytime running lights are switched on automatically if the following con ditions are met v The light switch is in position AUTO Fig 38 v Automatic wiping with rain position 1 or wiping position 2 or 3 is turned on page 61 Activating the wind
271. ss the button AUTO The display shows AUTO pos 4 Fig 83 Automatic mode can be switched off by pressing one of the buttons for the air distribution or by increasing decreasing the blower speed The temperature is nevertheless regulated E WARNING Do not switch off the Climatronic system for longer than necessary Switch on the Climatronic system as soon as the windows mist up Note Do not stick anything on or cover the interior temperature sensor m Fig 83 it could have an unfavourable effect on the Climatronic system During operation of the Climatronic an increase in engine idle speed can oc cur under certain circumstances in order to ensure adequate heating comfort a f the windscreen mists up press the symbol button max Press the button AUTO once the windscreen has demisted Efficient handling of the cooling system N Read and observe H and H on page 80 first The air conditioning system compressor uses power from the engine when in cooling mode which will affect the fuel consumption 84 Using the system 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 on if the windows are open For the sake of the environment Pollutant emissions are also reduced when fuel is saved page 100 malfunctions A Read and observe H and M on p
272. st be followed at all times when working in the en gine compartment page 127 Do not use used brake fluid the function of the brake system may be im paired risk of accident Inspecting and replenishing 133 EE CAUTION Do not continue your journey if the fluid level has dropped below the MIN marking Fig 117 on page 134 do not continue driving there is a risk of an accident Seek help from a specialist garage Brake fluid damages the paintwork of the vehicle Note The brake fluid is changed as part of a compulsory inspection service We recommend using brake fluids from the SKODA Original Accessories range Checking the brake fluid level Fig 117 Engine compartment Brake fluid reservoir e 5 A D EA A Read and observe H and M on page 133 first The fluid can be checked if the following conditions are met J The vehicle is standing on a horizontal surface JV The engine is turned off J The bonnet is open Checking the level gt Check the level of brake fluid in the reservoir Fig 117 The level must be between the MIN and MAX markings A slight drop in the fluid level results when driving due to normal wear and tear and automatic adjustment of the brake pads There may be an indication of a leak in the brake system however if the fluid level drops significantly within a short time or if it drops below the MIN mark ing 134 General Maintenance Too
273. st important notes are marked with the heading WARNING These WARNING notes draw your attention to a serious risk of accident or injury EE 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 as pects This is where you will for example find tips aimed at reducing your fuel consumption FI Note A normal Note draws your attention to important information about the opera tion of your vehicle You have opted for a SKODA our sincere thanks for your confidence in us You have received a vehicle with the latest technology and range of amenities Please read this Own er s Manual carefully because operation in accordance with these instructions is a prerequisite for proper use of the vehicle If you have any questions about your vehicle please contact a KODA Partner We hope you enjoy driving your SKODA and wish you a pleasant journey at all times Your KODA AUTO a s hereinafter referred to only as KODA or manufacturer j 5JA012720AE Terms used The on board literature contains the following terms relating to the service work for your vehicle Specialist Workshop a workshop that carries out specialist service tasks for SKODA vehicles A specialist can be a SKODA Partner a SKODA Serv ice Partner or
274. stance from the traffic switch off the engine and switch on the hazard lt a gt Turn signal system 36 warning lights page 57 The warning triangle must be set up at the pre 0 Fog lights 36 scribed distance observe the national legal provisions when doing so Cruise control system 36 Brake pedal automatic gearbox 36 Note D Main beam 36 f the MAXI DOT display shows warning messages these messages must be confirmed in order to access the main menu page 37 Using the informa tion system Some warning lights can be accompanied by acoustic signals and messages in As long as the operational faults are not rectified the symbols are always in the display of the instrument cluster dicated again After they are displayed for the first time the symbols continue to be indicated without any extra messages for the driver The warning lights indicate certain functions or faults After switching on the ignition some warning lights light up briefly as a func tion test If the tested systems are OK the corresponding warning lights go out a few seconds after switching on the ignition or after starting the engine CO Introduction E WARNING This chapter contains information on the following subjects a Ignoring illuminated indicator lights and related messages or instructions Handbrake 30 in the instrument cluster display may lead to serious personal injury or Brak i 31 damage to
275. steering wheel 91 AUX and MDI inputs 92 Music playback via Bluetooth The universal telephone preinstallation GSM II makes it possible to play back music via Bluetooth from the devices such as MP3 player mobile phone or notebook To ensure that music can be played via Bluetooth you must first pair the de vice with the hands free system in the Phone Bluetooth Media player menu The music playback process is performed on the connected device The universal telephone preinstallation GSM II ensures that the music played back via the hands free system can be controlled with the remote con trol page 90 Voice commands FF Note The device being connected must support the Bluetooth A2DP profile refer to the operating instructions for the relevant device being connected Operating the radio and navigation system on the multifunction steering wheel B5E 0096 Fig 86 Multifunction steering wheel Navigation control buttons Button kenan The multifunction steering wheel features buttons for operating the basic functions for the factory fitted radio and navigation system Fig 86 The radio and the navigation system can of course still be operated via the de vices A description is included in the relevant operating instructions If the side lights are switched on the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel are illuminated The buttons apply for the respective operating mode of the current radio au
276. stop and depress the brake pedal Automatic engine shutdown takes place segment display shows START STOP ACTIVE or a check mark appears in the MAXI DOT display Fig 98 on page 106 Automatic engine start gt Release the brake pedal The automatic start procedure takes place again Further information on automatic transmission The automatic engine shut down takes place when the selector lever is in po sitions P D S and N and in Tiptronic mode When the selector lever is in position P the engine remains shut down even after you release the brake pedal The engine starts automatically by pressing the gas pedal or by moving the selector lever into a different mode and releas ing the brake pedal If the engine is off due to the automatic and the selector lever is put to the R position then the automatic starts the engine If the gear selector is moved from position R to the position D S or N the vehi cle must reach a speed of more than 10 km h before the automatic engine shutdown starts There is no automatic engine shutdown when the system detects a vehicle moving due to a large steering angle No automatic engine shutdown takes place when the vehicle is moving at low speed e g during a traffic jam or when tuning and remains stationary after pressing the brake pedal lightly Automatic engine shutdown takes place if you press the brake pedal down with more force System related automatic start up A Read and observe
277. subjects Winter tyres 143 Snow chains 144 Winter tyres Fitting winter tyres will significantly improve the handling of your vehicle when driving in wintry road conditions Summer tyres have less grip on ice snow and at temperatures below 7 C This is especially true of vehicles fitted with wide tyres or high speed tyres In order to achieve the best possible handling properties winter tyres must be fitted on all four wheels the minimum tread depth must be 4 mm and tyres must be no older than 4 years Winter tyres of a lower speed category can be used provided that the permissi ble maximum speed of these tyres is not exceeded even if the possible maxi mum speed of the vehicle is higher The speed limit for winter tyres can be set in the MAXI DOT display in the menu item Winter tyres page 42 Wheels 143 For the sake of the environment Fit the summer tyres on again in good time as they provide better handling properties a shorter braking distance less tyre noise and reduced tyre wear on roads which are free of snow and ice as well as at temperatures above 7 C The fuel consumption is also lower Snow chains When driving in wintry road conditions snow chains improve not only traction but also the braking performance Snow chains must only be mounted on the front wheels For technical reasons it is only permissible to fit snow chains with the follow ing wheel tyre combinations Wheel size Depth D T
278. switched on If the right or left turn signal light has been switched on and the ignition is switched off the parking light PS is not automatically switched on Switching on the side light on both sides gt Turn the light switch A to position Fig 36 on page 53 and lock the vehi cle On vehicles with a MAXI DOT display the symbol in the light switch also lights up when the two sided parking light is switched on EE CAUTION Turning on the parking light means the battery is heavily loaded especially over short distances A Read and observe H on page 53 first The low beam is set asymmetrically It illuminates the side of the road on which the vehicle is being driven to a greater extent When driving in countries with opposing traffic system traffic on the left right asymmetric headlight adjustment can dazzle oncoming traffic In order to avoid this the headlights must be adjusted at a specialist garage 58 Using the system F Note You can find out more information on adjusting the headlights at a specialist garage BNH 0288 Fig 41 Front interior light Version 1 Version 2 Positions of sliding switch A Fig 41 7 Switching on 0 Switching off Operating with the door contact switch Switch for reading light B Fig 41 77 Switching left reading lamp on off Switching right reading lamp on off Conditions for the lighting operation with the door contact switch The
279. t external aerial incorrectly installed gt transmission power greater than 10 watts E WARNING Concentrate fully at all times on your driving As the driver you are fully responsible for the operation of your vehicle The national regulations for using a mobile phone in a vehicle must be observed f a mobile phone or a two way radio system is operated in a vehicle with out an external aerial or an external aerial which has been installed incor rectly this can increase the strength of the electromagnetic field inside the vehicle Two way radio systems mobile phones or mounts must not be installed on airbag covers or within the immediate deployment range of the airbags E WARNING Continued Never leave a mobile phone on a seat on the dash panel or in any area where it can become a projectile during a sudden braking manoeuvre an accident or a collision risk of injury a The Bluetooth function must be switched off by a specialist company before the vehicle can be transported by air FF Note We recommend that the installation of mobile phones and two way radio systems in a vehicle be carried out by a specialist garage Not all mobile phones that enable Bluetooth communication are compatible with the universal telephone preinstallation GSM II You can ask a KODA Part ner whether your telephone is compatible with the GSM II universal telephone fitting The range of the Bluetooth connection to the
280. t a speed of 30 50 km h the forces that your body is exposed to in the event of an accident can exceed a metric ton 1000 kg For example a person s weight of 80 kg increases to 4 8 tons 4800 kg at 50 km h In the event of a frontal collision occupants of the car not wearing a seat belt are thrown forward and strike parts of the interior of the car such as the steering wheel dash panel windscreen in ways which cannot be control led Fig 4 A In certain circumstances you could even be thrown out of the vehicle which could cause life threatening or even fatal injuries Seat belts 11 It is also important that rear passengers fasten their seat belts as they could otherwise be thrown through the vehicle in an uncontrolled manner in the event of an accident Rear seat passengers who have not fastened their seat belts are a danger not only to themselves but also to those seated at the front Fig 4 B Fastening and unfastening seat belts Fig 6 Routing of belt webbing over the shoulders and the lap belt Rout ing of belt webbing for an expectant mother A Read and observe H on page 10 first Fasten gt Correctly adjust the front seat and head restraint before fastening the seat belt page 7 1 Not valid for sports seat 12 Safety gt Use the lock tongue to slowly pull the webbing over your chest and pelvis gt Insert the lock tongue into the belt buckle for the seat
281. t be made to parts of the airbag system WARNING A change to the vehicle s wheel suspension including the use of non ap proved wheels and tire combinations can alter the functioning of the air bag system risk of accident and fatal injury Never make any changes to the front bumper or the bodywork Acceptance and recycling of used vehicles AN Read and observe H on page 115 first SKODA meets the requirements of the brand and its products with regard to protecting the environment and the preserving resources All new SKODA ve hicles can be utilized up to 95 and always be returned free of charge Care and maintenance 117 In a lot of countries sufficient trade in networks have been created where you can trade in your vehicle After you trade in your vehicle you will receive a confirmation stating the recycling in accordance with environmental regula tions T Note You can find more detailed information about the trade in and recycling of old cars from a specialist garage CO Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Washing by hand 118 Automatic car wash systems 118 Washing with a high pressure cleaner 119 The best way to protect your vehicle against harmful environmental influences is frequent washing The longer insect residues bird droppings tree sap road and industrial dust tar soot particles road salt and other aggressive deposits remain adhering to
282. t belt must be replaced by a specialist garage Damaged seat belts which have been subjected to stress in an accident and were therefore stretched must be replaced this is best done by a specialist garage The anchorage points of the belts must also be inspec ted The anchorage points for the belts should also be checked Note The national legal requirements must be observed when using seat belts The physical principle of a frontal collision Fig 4 Driver without a fastened seat belt rear seat passenger without a fastened seat belt CQ Read and observe H on page 10 first As soon as the vehicle is moving so called kinetic energy the energy of mo tion is produced both in terms of the car as well as in terms of the occupants The magnitude of this kinetic energy depends essentially on the speed at which the vehicle is travelling and on the weight of the vehicle including the occupants The greater the speed and weight increase the greater the amount of energy which has to be absorbed in the event of an accident The speed of the vehicle is the most important factor Doubling the speed of the vehicle from 25 km h up to 50 km hour increases the kinetic energy four times The idea that it is possible to support your body with your hands in a minor ac cident is incorrect Even in a collision at only a low speed the forces acting on the body are such that it is no longer possible to support your body Even if you only drive a
283. t on sudden braking risk of injury a Ensure that the rear seat backrests are properly engaged Only then can the seat belt for the middle seat reliably fulfil its function EE CAUTION Ensure that the seat belts are not damaged when operating the seat backr ests Under no circumstances must the seat belts be jammed by the folded back seat backrests Seats and head restraints 67 CQ Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Car park ticket holder 68 stowage compartments in the doors 68 Storage compartment in the centre console 69 Cup holders 69 Cigarette lighter 70 Ashtray 70 12 Volt power outlet 71 Waste container 71 Multimedia holder 72 Storage compartment in the front arm rest 72 Glasses compartment 73 Storage compartment on the front passenger side 73 Clothes hook 74 Storage pockets on the front seats 74 Net pockets on the front seat rest 74 E WARNING Do not place anything on the dash panel These objects might slide or fall down when driving when accelerating or cornering and may distract you from concentrating on the traffic there is the risk of an accident a When driving ensure that no objects from the centre console or from oth er storage compartments can get into the driver s footwell You would not be able to brake operate the clutch pedal or accelerate danger of causing an accident No objects should be placed in the storage
284. t the basic setting every 10 000 km or once a year The tyre pressure monitor does not replace the need to check tyre pressure regularly Wheels 141 Setting Fig 122 Button for setting the tyre infla tion pressure control value A Read and observe H and H on page 141 first gt Inflate all of the tyres to the specified inflation pressure page 139 gt Switch on the ignition gt Press the symbol button i Fig 122 for longer than 2 seconds If the warning light in the instrument cluster lights up and does not go out after the system configuration this indicates a system fault If the warning light in the instrument cluster flashes there is a system fault Display A Read and observe H and on page 141 first The warning light 4 in the instrument cluster lights up when any of the fol lowing conditions are met gt The tyre inflation pressure is low gt The structure of the tyre is damaged gt The vehicle is loaded on one side gt The wheels of one axle are loaded more heavily e g when towing a trailer or when driving uphill or downhill gt Snow chains are mounted gt The spare wheel is mounted gt One wheel per axle was changed 142 General Maintenance E WARNING a When the warning light in the instrument cluster lights up immediate ly reduce speed and avoid violent steering and brake manoeuvres Stop the vehicle as soon as possible and inspect the tyres and their in
285. tains information on the following subjects Preliminary work 147 Full wheel trim 148 Wheel bolts 148 Changing a wheel 148 Follow up work 149 Loosening tightening wheel bolts 149 Raise vehicle 149 Securing wheels against theft 150 HE WARNING f you are in flowing traffic switch on the hazard warning light system and set up the warning triangle at the prescribed distance The national le gal requirements must be observed a Park the vehicle as far away as possible from the flow of traffic Park on as flat and firm a surface as possible The following instructions must be followed if the vehicle is subsequently fitted with tyres or rims that differ from the factory fitted ones page 140 New tyres E WARNING Notes for vehicle lifting a f the wheel has to be changed on a slope first of all block the opposite wheel with a stone or similar object to prevent the vehicle from unexpect edly rolling away E WARNING Continued a Secure the base plate of the lifting jack with suitable means to prevent possible moving A soft and slippery ground under the base plate may move the lifting jack causing the vehicle to fall down It is therefore always nec essary to place the lifting jack on a solid surface or use a wide and stable base Use a non slip base e g a rubber foot mat if the surface is smooth such as cobbled stones tiled floor etc a Only attach the lifting jack to the attachment points provi
286. tances so that the body can recuperate from the stress of the journey Please consult your doctor who can evaluate your specific condition EE CAUTION Do not kneel on the seats or otherwise apply concentrated pressure to them The seat heating in the following cases will not turn on there is a risk of damaging the seat covers and seat heating The seats are not occupied by people Items are fastened or stored items on the seats such as a child seat a bag and the like a Additional seat covers or protective covers are fixed to the seats Clean the seat covers page 124 FF Note If the on board voltage drops the heater switches off automatically in order to provide sufficient electrical energy for the engine control page 137 Auto matic load deactivation Front armrest Fig 54 Adjusting armrest BNH 0224 Setting the height gt Lift the armrest fully upwards in the direction of the arrow Fig 54 and then move it back down completely gt Move the armrest into one of the 5 locking positions The armrest includes a storage compartment page 72 N lt Fig 55 i Fold the armrest forward Rear armrest v i BNH 0226 Folding forward gt Pull on the loop A Fig 55 and fold the armrest forward in the direction of the arrow A cup holder may be located in the armrest page 69 Seat backrests s z Fig 56 Opening for inserting the belt tongue
287. tched on the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel are illuminated Operation Increase the volume 1 Turn upwards Decrease volume 1 Turn downwards 86 Using the system Button Operation wheel Fig 84 P Accept a call end a call Display of the basic Phone menu Main Phone menu List of dialled numbers Call selected contact Press and hold button Reject the incoming call Press briefly Turn up down Previous next menu item Press briefly Confirm selected menu item Press and hold button Continuously display first letter of the phone book Quickly turn upwards To the previous initial letter in the telephone book Quickly turn downwards _ To the next initial letter in the telephone book Press briefly Return to a previous level in the menu Press and hold button Exit telephone menu ESS e e N S a The symbol The symbol means briefly press button again Symbols in the display Connecting the mobile phone to the hands free system N Read and observe H on page 85 first N Read and observe H on page 85 first The following symbols are displayed in the Maxi DOT display To connect a mobile phone with the hands free system the two devices must be paired Detailed information on this is provided in the operating instructions for your mobile phone Charge status of the telephone battery Signal strength a phone is connected to the hands free system
288. te control key Replacing the battery 157 Repairs and technical alterations 115 Replacing Bulb for main beam daytime running lights and parking light Bulb for the fog light Bulb for the licence plate light Bulb in rear light Bulbs Fuses Fuses in the dash panel Fuses in the engine compartment Low beam bulb Vehicle battery Index 164 164 165 166 162 159 160 161 163 137 181 Windscreen wiper blades 158 Wiper blades 159 Replenishing Coolant 133 Engine oil 132 Windscreen washer fluid 130 Revolution counter 27 Roof Load 79 Roof rack mounting points 79 Roof load 79 Roof rack system 78 Rubber seals 120 S SAFE See Safe securing system 47 SAFELOCK See Safe securing system 47 Safe securing system 47 Safety 6 Child safety 19 Child safety seats 19 Correct seated position 7 Head restraints 64 ISOFIX 22 TOP TETHER 23 Saving electrical energy 100 Seals Vehicle care 120 Seat Adjusting 64 Seat belt warning light 31 Seat belts 10 Belt tensioners 13 fastening and unfastening 12 Height adjustment 13 182 Index Inertia reels 13 The physical principle of a frontal collision 1I Seat features 66 Seats Front armrest 66 Head restraints 64 Heating 66 Rear armrest 67 Seat backrests 67 Seats an
289. th head airbags the lettering AIRBAG can be seen on the steering wheel a In vehicles with front passenger airbags the lettering AIRBAG is located on the dash panel on the passenger side Side airbags Fig 10 Location of the side airbag in the driver s seat gas filled side air bag In the event of severe side collisions the side airbag system provides addition al protection for the upper body chest stomach and pelvis of passengers in the vehicle The side airbags are housed in the upholstery of the front seat backr ests Fig 10 A When the side airbags Fig 10 B are deployed the head airbag and belt ten sioner are also automatically deployed on the relevant side The load of the occupants is cushioned when plunging into the fully inflated airbag and the risk of injury to the entire upper body chest stomach and pel vis is reduced on the side facing the door E WARNING Information on correct seated position a Your head should never be positioned in the deployment area of the side airbag You might suffer severe injuries in the event of an accident This ap plies in particular to children who are transported without using a suitable child safety seat page 21 Child safety and side airbag E WARNING Continued There must not be any further persons animals or objects positioned be tween the occupants and the deployment area of the airbag No accesso ries such as cup holders should be att
290. the angle of the seat backrest gt The seat back release do not lean on gt Pull the lever C Fig 48 in direction of arrow and with your back set the desired inclination of the seat back After releasing the lever the seat backrest will remain in the set position 64 Using the system Head restraints adjusting height BNH 0328 BNH 0327 Fig 50 Set the height of the back headrest OQ Read and observe H on page 63 first The head restraints and the front seats must be adjusted to match the body size at all times and the seat belt must always be fastened properly to provide the most effective levels of protection to the passengers page 7 Correct and safe seated position Best protection is achieved if the top edge of the head rest is at the same level as the upper part of your head Front restraint gt Push the restraint upwards in the direction of arrow 1 Fig 49 gt To move the restraint down press the securing button A in the direction of arrow 2 and hold while pressing the restraint in the direction of arrow 3 Rear restraint gt Push the restraint upwards in the direction of arrow 4 Fig 50 gt To move the restraint down press the securing button B in the direction of arrow 5 and hold while at the same time pressing the restraint in the direc tion of arrow 6 H WARNING The head restraints must be correctly adjusted in order to offer effective protection for the occ
291. the form of digit blocks separated by short pauses After each string of digits separated by a brief pause in speaking all of the digits detected up to now are repeated by the system The digits 0 9 and symbols are permitted The system does not recog nize any combination of connected numbers e g twenty three Switching on voice control Briefly press the button 1 Fig 85 on the multifunction steering wheel Switching off voice control If the system is currently playing a message the message that is currently be ing played must be terminated by briefly pressing button 1 Fig 85 on the multifunction steering wheel If the system is expecting a voice command you can end the dialogue yourself gt with the CANCEL voice command gt by briefly pressing the button 1 Fig 85 on the multifunction steering wheel Note The dialogue is immediately terminated in the event of an incoming call The voice control is only possible in vehicles fitted with a multifunction steering wheel with telephone control Voice commands Basic voice commands HELP After this command the system repeats all possible commands CALL XYZ This command calls up the contact from the phone book After this command for example the phone book PHONE BOOK can be repeated back to you a voice entry for the contact can be updated or deleted etc 90 Using the system Voice command Action CALL HISTORY
292. the information system can be operated using the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel Fig 24 Description of the operation Button wheel Fig 2 4 Action Briefly press at the top or below for a longer time Operation Select data set data values Press top or below for a longer time Display main menu of the MAXI DOT display page 42 Press briefly View information confirm specification Press briefly To go up one level in the menu of the MAXI DOT display page 42 Press and hold button Display main menu of the MAXI DOT display page 42 Turn upwards or down wards Select data set data values Press briefly View information confirm specification Information system 37 Display a low temperature A Read and observe H on page 37 first Prompt in the MAXI DOT display If the outside temperature while driving drops to below 4 C the following icon appears on the display in front of the temperature display An audible Signal is emitted If the outside temperature is already below 4 C when turning the ignition on the icon appears immediately Prompt in the segment display If the outside temperature while driving drops to below 4 C the temperature display page 40 Outside temperature will show up with the following icon in front amp An audible signal is emitted If the outside temperature is already below 4 C when turni
293. the tyre tread immediately Replacing wheels If significantly greater wear is present on the front tyres we recommend Swapping the front wheels with the rear wheels as shown in the dia gram Fig 120 B You will then obtain approximately the same life for all the tyres We recommend that you swap the tyres every 10 000 km in order to achieve even wear on all tyres and to ensure optimal service life for the tyres Storing tyres Identify disassembled tyres so that the previous direction of rotation can be maintained if the tyres are reassembled Always store wheels or tyres in a cool dry place that is as dark as possible Tyres which are not fixed to a wheel trim should be stored upright 140 General Maintenance Wear indicators The base of the tread of the tyres has 1 6 mm high wear indicators installed These wear indicators are evenly spaced around the circumference of the tyre depending on the make Fig 120 a Markings on the walls of the tyres through the letters TWI triangular symbols or other symbols identify the po sition of the wear indicators Tyre age Tyres age and lose their original characteristics even if they are not being used Therefore we recommend not using summer or winter tyres older than 6 or 4 years old respectively New tyres N Read and observe H and on page 138 first Only use radial tyres of the same type size rolling circumference and tread pattern
294. ting dirty T10 Driving F Note Store the cover of the mounting recess in a suitable place in the luggage com partment store after removal Check proper fitting D Fig 105 Duly fortified ball head N Read and observe H and H on page 108 first Check that the tow bar is fitted properly before each use Duly fortified ball head Fig 105 J The tow bar does not come out of the mounting recess even after heavy shaking vV The green marking A on the handwheel points to the white marking on the tow bar J The handwheel lies flush with the tow bar there is no gap The handwheel is locked and the key is removed v Thecap B is on the handwheel H WARNING Do not use the towing device unless the tow bar has been properly locked Removing the ball head wh gt a B BNH 0264 Fig 107 Release ball bar BNH 0265 N Read and observe H and on page 108 first gt Remover the cover A from the handwheel lock in the direction of the arrow 1 Fig 106 gt Insert the key B into the lock gt Unlock the handwheel lock by turning the key B left as far as the stop in the direction of the arrow 2 the arrow on the key points towards the padlock open icon gt Grip the tow bar from below Fig 107 and with the other hand pull the hand wheel c in the direction of the arrow 3 gt Turn the handwheel in the direction of the arrow 4 to the stop and hold in this position gt
295. ting in structions or navigation system operating instructions Settings A Read and observe H and on page 42 first You can change certain settings by means of the MAXI DOT display The cur rent menu item is shown in the top of the display under a line The following information can be selected depending on the equipment in Stalled in the vehicle Language You can set the language for the display texts here MFD data Activate or deactivate certain displays of the multifunction display here Time The time time format 12 or 24 hour indicator and the changeover between Summer winter time can be set here Winter tyres Here the speed and the switching on and off of the acoustic signals when ex ceeding this speed can be adjusted This function is for example used for win ter tyres where the maximum permissible speed is lower than the maximum speed of the vehicle page 138 Tyres and wheel rims As soon as the parking procedure is completed an audible signal sounds and the following message appears in the information display Winter tyres max speed km h Units The units for the temperature consumption and distance driven can be set here Alt speed dis Here the display of the second speed in mph can be activated Further information page 29 Display of the second speed Service The days and kilometres remaining until the next service can be displayed here Factory setting The display f
296. tion Fig 47 A Electrically adjustable mirrors By moving the rotary knob in the direction of the arrow the mirror surface can be adjusted to the desired position Fig 47 B The knob can be moved into the following positions L Adjust the left mirror R Adjust the right mirror 0 Switch off mirror control GA Mirror heater Folding in the exterior mirrors The whole exterior mirror can be manually folded towards the side windows To put it back into its original position it should be folded back from the side window until it audibly clicks into place Ey WARNING Do not touch the exterior mirror surfaces if the exterior mirror heating is switched on hazard of burning EF Note The mirror heater only operates when the engine is running and up to an outside temperature of 35 C a f the electrical mirror setting fails at any time the mirrors can be adjusted by hand by pressing on the edge of the mirror surface CQ Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Adjusting the front seats 64 Head restraints adjusting height 64 Head restraints Removing and installing 65 The driver s seat should be adjusted in such a way that the pedals can be fully pressed to the floor with slightly bent legs The seat 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 Co
297. trol unit for automatic gearbox selector lever of the automatic gearbox Lights and visibility Not assigned No Power consumer Power consumer 16 Power steering speed sensor engine control unit control unit for Horn fuel pump Windscreen wipers 17 Daytime running lights radio for vehicles with START STOP Boot lid lock central locking system 18 Mirror heater Alarm 19 Ignition lock input Cigarette lighter 20 Engine control unit electronic control unit for fuel pump fuel pump ABS gt Reversing lamp automatic gearbox fog lights with the function Turn signal lights brake lights CORNER l i DC DC converter radio Operating controls for the heating electronic control unit for air con a oh cat l dition l Electric windows driver s window and rear left window 32 itioning system telephone instrument cluster steering angle _ sender multi function steering wheel ignition key removal lock di Electric windows front passenger s window and rear right agnostic port rain sensor Windscreen washer 33 Interior lighting storage compartment and luggage compartment START STOP instrument cluster steering wheel module multi func side lights tion steering wheel 24 Central control unit Control unit for automatic gearbox 25 Light switch Headlight cleaning system 26 Rear window wiper Hea
298. ts for attaching the belt for a child seat with the TOP TETHER system are located on the back of the outer rear seat backrests Fig 17 U WARNING Always refer to the instructions from the manufacturer of the child seat when installing and removing a child seat with the TOP TETHER system Only use child seats with the TOP TETHER system on the seats with the locking eyes Transporting children safely 23 a Fig 18 Cockpit 24 Using the system Using the system Overview eo o gt gt 4 ES I N Baksa Aee ee kellel Electrical power windows Door opening lever Electric exterior mirror adjustment Air outlet vents Parking ticket holder Operating lever gt Turn signal light headlight and parking light headlight flasher gt Speed regulating system Steering wheel gt With horn gt With driver s front airbag gt with pushbuttons for radio navigation system and mobile phone gt with buttons for the operation of the information system Instrument cluster Operating lever gt Windscreen wiper and wash system gt Information system Air outlets in the central part of the dash panel Depending on equipment fitted gt Radio gt Navigation system Button for hazard warning light system Warning light for the deactivated front seat passenger airbag __ Interior rear view mirror Key switch for switching off the passeng
299. unctions can be restored to their factory settings here Compass point display A Read and observe H and F on page 42 first For vehicles with a factory fitted navigation system an abbreviation for each point of the compass depending on the current direction of travel is shown on the top left hand corner of the display The compass point display only operates when the ignition is switched on CO Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Prompt in the MAXI DOT display 43 Prompt in the segment display 44 Resetting the service interval display 44 The service interval display shows the time and mileage to the next service event The service due date is automatically displayed on the display and this infor mation can be displayed manually if necessary The kilometre indicator or the days indicator reduces in steps of 100 km or where applicable days until the service due date is reached The information regarding the service intervals can be found in the service schedule 1 For models with the speedometer in mph the second speed is displayed in km h i Note Information is retained in the Service Interval Display even after the vehicle battery is disconnected Prompt in the MAXI DOT display Oil change service If an oil change service is due the following message appears Oil change in km or days As soon as the service interval date has been reached the message Oil
300. upants in the event of an accident a f the rear seats are occupied the respective rear head restraint must not be in the lower position EF Note For the sports seats the head restraints are integrated into the front seat backrests This headrest cannot be adjusted in height Head restraints Removing and installing BNH 0329 Fig 51 Removing and installing front head restraints BNH 0330 Fig 52 Removing and installing rear head restraints N Read and observe H on page 63 first Front restraint gt Pull the restraint out of the seat backrest as far as the stop gt Press the locking button A in the direction of arrow 1 and pull the support in the direction of arrow 2 gt To re insert the head restraint push it far enough down in the direction of arrow 3 into the seat backrest until the locking button clicks into place Rear restraint gt Pull the restraint out of the seat backrest as far as the stop gt Press the locking button B in the direction of arrow 4 while at the same time using a flat screwdriver with a max width of 5 mm to press the securing button in opening C in the direction of arrow 5 gt Remove the restraint in the direction of arrow 6 gt To re insert the head restraint push it far enough down in the direction of arrow 7 into the seat backrest until the locking button clicks into place fH WARNING Never drive with the head restraints removed risk of
301. utch Reverse gear is engaged gt Stop the vehicle gt The clutch pedal is fully depressed gt Move the shift lever to the idle position switch and press down gt Move the shift lever fully to the left and then forward into R posi tion Fig 90 The reversing lights will come on once reverse gear is engaged provided the ignition is on E WARNING Never engage reverse gear when driving risk of accident TE CAUTION f not in the process of changing gear do not leave your hand on the gear shift lever while driving The pressure from the hand can cause the gearshift mechanism to wear excessively When stopping on a slope never try to hold the vehicle using the accelerator pedal this may lead to gear damage Pedals The operation of the pedals must not be hindered under any circumstances In the driver s footwell only a footmat which is attached to the two corre sponding attachment points may be used Only use factory supplied footmats or footmats from the range of SKODAOrigi nal Accessories which are fitted to two attachment points EU WARNING No objects may be placed in the driver s footwell risk due to obstruction or limitation of pedal operation CQ Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects Modes and use of selector lever 98 Selector lever lock 98 Manual shifting of gears Tiptronic 99 Starting off and driving 99 The automatic transmission p
302. ve H on page 68 first Non lockable compartment A Inthe front centre console B Inthe rear centre console Cup holders Fig 61 Cup holder in rear armrest BNH 0294 N Read and observe H on page 68 first Two beverage containers can be placed into the cup holder Placement of the cup holders A Inthe front centre console B Inthe rear centre console C Inthe rear armrest Transporting and practical equipment BNH 0233 69 E WARNING Do not use any cups or beakers which are made of brittle material e g glass porcelain This could lead to injuries in the event of an accident Never put hot beverage containers in the cup holder If the vehicle moves they may spill risk of scalding No objects should be placed in the drinks holders as the vehicle occu pants could be endangered if sudden braking occurs or the vehicle collides with something EE CAUTION Do not leave open beverage containers in the cup holder during the journey There is a risk of spilling e g when braking which may cause damage to the electrical components or seat upholstery Cigarette lighter Fig 62 Cigarette lighter QI Read and observe H on page 68 first The cigarette lighter is located in the front centre console Fig 62 Using the system gt Press in the button of the cigarette lighter gt Wait until the button pops forward gt Remove the cigarette lighter immediately and use gt Place the cigarette l
303. ver be under 40 Over 60 of coolant additive in the coolant reduces the antifreeze protec tion and cooling effect A coolant additive that does not comply with the correct specification can significantly reduce the corrosion protection of the cooling system a Any faults resulting from corrosion may cause a loss of coolant and can con sequently result in major engine damage Do not fill the coolant above the mark A Fig 116 on page 133 f an error occurs leading to the engine overheating the help of a professio nal garage is to be sought there is a risk of serious engine damage occurring Additional headlights and other attached components in front of the air inlet impair the cooling efficiency of the coolant Never cover the radiator there is a risk of the engine overheating Checking the coolant level Fig 116 Engine compartment Coolant expansion reservoir enn oos N Read and observe H and M on page 132 first The coolant expansion bottle is located in the engine compartment Coolant expansion reservoir Fig 116 A Mark for the maximum permissible coolant level Mark for the lowest permissible coolant level The coolant level should be kept between the marks A and B The coolant can be checked and topped up if the following conditions are sat isfied vZ The vehicle is standing on a horizontal surface vV The engine is turned off v The engine is not heated v The bonnet is open
304. vices 72 Using the system The multimedia holder is located in the front centre console Fig 66 E WARNING Never use the multimedia holder as an ashtray risk of fire Storage compartment in the front arm rest Fig 67 Opening the storage compartment AN Read and observe H on page 68 first Opening gt Press the button A at the front of the armrest Fig 67 gt Lift the lid of the storage box in the direction of the arrow Closing gt Fold the lid of the storage box back in the opposite direction to the ar row Fig 67 until it audibly clicks into place BNH 0225 Glasses compartment Fig 68 Opening the glasses storage box x N Read and observe H on page 68 first Opening gt Press on the lid of the glasses storage box in area A Fig 68 The box folds in the direction of the arrow Closing gt Swivel the lid of the glasses storage box against the direction of the ar row Fig 68 until it audibly clicks into place E WARNING The compartment must only be opened when removing or inserting the spectacles and otherwise must be kept closed The open compartment restricts the driver s view there is a danger of accidents CAUTION Do not put any heat sensitive objects in the glasses storage box they may be damaged The maximum permissible load of the glasses compartment is 0 25 kg Storage compartment on the front passenger side BNH 0204 Fig 69 Open tray contr
305. w minutes long with a lot of water Then consult a doctor immediately Interior mirror Fig 46 Interior mirror manual dimming auto darkening light sensor 62 Using the system B3T 0719 N Read and observe H on page 62 first Mirrors with manual dimming Fig 46 1 Basic position of the mirror 2 Mirror blackout Mirror with automatic dimming Fig 46 A Warning light lights when dimming is activated Switch for the activation of the automatic mirror dimming Light sensor D Light sensor on the back of the mirror If the automatic dimming is enabled the mirror dims automatically depending on the light falling on the sensors When the interior lights are switched on or the reverse gear is engaged the mirror always moves back into the basic position not dimmed Do not attach external navigation devices on to the windscreen or in the vicini ty of the automatic dimming mirror page 62 H in section Introduction EE CAUTION Automatic mirror dimming operates only properly if the light striking the sen sors is not affected by other objects Exterior mirror Fig 47 Front door Operation of outside mirrors mechanical electrical QN Read and observe H on page 62 first The movement of the mirror surface is identical to the movement of the rotary knob Mechanically adjustable mirrors By moving the rotary knob in the direction of the arrow the mirror surface can be adjusted to the desired posi
306. ws Fig 153 B marked with the arrows gt Unlock the fuse in the direction of the arrow 2 with the screwdriver gt Remove the headlight in the direction of arrow 3 gt Remove the connector Fig 154 gt Turn the lamp socket in the direction of arrow 4 Fig 154 and pull it out gt Insert the bulb holder with the new bulb into the headlight and turn counter to the direction of arrow 4 gt Attach the connector gt Replace the fog light by inserting it in the opposite direction of the arrow 3 Fig 153 and tighten gt Insert the protective grille and carefully press it in The protective grille must engage firmly D The screwdriver is part of the tool kit Replacing the bulb for the licence plate light Fig 155 Remove the number plate light replace the bulb A Read and observe H and on page 163 first gt Open the boot lid gt Push in the lamp in the direction of the arrow 1 Fig 155 The lamp comes loose gt Swivel out the lamp in the direction of the arrow 2 and remove it gt Remove the faulty bulb from the holder in the direction of the arrow 3 gt Insert a new bulb into the holder gt Reinsert the lamp in the opposite direction to the arrow 1 gt Push on the light until the spring clicks into place Check that the light is securely inserted Fuses and light bulbs 165 Rear lamp BNH 0308 BNH 0309 Fig 157 Installing the lamp connector lamp
307. y clean chrome parts use a specific chrome care product EE CAUTION Do not polish the chrome parts in a dusty environment risk of surface scratches Decorative films A Read and observe H and H on page 119 first Wash the films with a mild soap solution and clean warm water The following instructions must be followed when washing the vehicle with a high pressure cleaner gt The minimum distance between the nozzle and the vehicle body should be 50 cm gt Keep jet perpendicular to the film surface gt The maximum water temperature is 50 C gt The maximum water pressure is 80 bar EE CAUTION Never use aggressive cleaning agents or chemical solvents for the glued sur faces with films there is a danger of film damage a In the winter months do not use an ice scraper to remove ice and snow from the areas with films Do not use any other objects to remove frozen layers of snow or ice risk of film damage Windows and external mirrors Fig 109 Fuel filler flap Ice scraper ae A Read and observe H and H on page 119 first Removing snow and ice Use a plastic ice scraper for removing snow and ice from the windows and mir rors The ice scraper can be found on the inside of the fuel filler flap gt Open the fuel filler flap gt Slide out the ice scraper in the direction of the arrow Fig 109 Cleaning windows Regularly clean windows from the inside with clean water Dry the glass surfaces
308. y e g average fuel consumption are recorded The multifunction display is equipped with two memories 1and 2 Information system 39 Display of the selected memory in the display at the position A Fig 26 1 Single trip memory 2 Total trip memory Select memory gt Select the corresponding element of the multifunction display page 40 Confirm the element again to switch between the individual memories Reseting gt Select the corresponding element of the multifunction display page 40 gt Select the desired memory gt Press and hold button B or adjustment wheel D Fig 24 on page 37 Single trip memory memory 1 The single trip memory collates the driving information from the moment the ignition is switched on until it is switched off New data will also flow into the calculation of the current driving information if the trip is continued within 2 hours after switching off the ignition If the trip is interrupted for more than 2 hours the memory is automatically erased Total trip memory memory 2 The total trip memory gathers data from any number of individual journeys up to a total of 19 hours and 59 minutes or 1999 kilometres driven 6 and a total of 99 hours and 59 minutes or 9 999 kilometres driven Q The memory is deleted when either of these limits is reached and the calcula tion starts all over again Unlike the single trip memory the total trip memory is not deleted after a pe riod
309. y size page 7 Correct and safe seated position f you do not fasten the seat belts when driving lean too far forward or adopt an incorrect seated position you are exposing yourself to increased risk of injury in the event of an accident Ey WARNING Information on the use of the airbag system a f there is a fault the airbag system must be checked by a specialist ga rage immediately Otherwise there is a risk of the airbag not being activa ted in the event of an accident No modifications of any kind must be made to parts of the airbag system a Any work on the airbag system including the installation and removal of system components due to other repair work e g removal of the steering wheel must only be carried out by a specialist garage a Never make any changes to the front bumper or bodywork a t is prohibited to manipulate individual parts of the airbag system as this might result in the airbag being deployed The protective function of the airbag system is sufficient for only one ac cident The airbag system must then be replaced if the airbag has been de ployed 14 Safety System description QN Read and observe H on page 14 first The functional status of the airbag system is indicated by the indicator light 2 in the instrument cluster page 35 When the airbags are deployed they fill with gas and inflate A grey white or red non harmful gas is released when the airbag is inflated This is perf
310. yed Warning symbols in the MAXI DOT display Engine oil pressure too low page 31 Check engine oil level engine oil sensor defective page 31 Problem with the engine oil pressure page 29 Clutches of the automatic gearbox DSG are faa hot page 29 lA Problem with the engine oil pressure If the A symbol is shown in the MAXI DOT display you must have your vehicle checked immediately by a specialist garage The information about the maxi mum permissible engine speed is displayed together with this symbol i Clutches of the automatic DSG gearbox are too hot A lt i symbol in the MAXI DOT display indicates that the temperature of the au tomatic gearbox DSG clutches is too high Instruments and Indicator Lights 29 The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display Exhaust inspection system 34 Gearbox overheated Stop Owner s manual W Glow plug system diesel engine 34 i EPC Engine performance check petrol engine 34 do not continue to drive Stop the vehicle switch off the engine and wait Diesel particulate filter Diesel motor 34 until the t icon goes out risk of gearbox damage You can continue your F Fuel 35 journey as soon as the symbol disappears i R r Airbag system 55 H WARNING U Tyre inflation pressure 35 If you have to stop for technical reasons then park the vehicle at a safe amp Windscreen washer fluid level 36 di
311. yer of salt on them in winter The brakes are cleaned and dried by applying the brakes several times H Corrosion Corrosion on the brake discs and dirt on the bake pads occur if the vehicle has been parked for a long period and if you do not make much use of the braking system The brakes are cleaned and dried by applying the brakes several times H Long or steep slopes Before travelling a long distance with a steep gradient reduce speed and shift into the next lowest gear As a result the braking effect of the engine will be used reducing the load on the brakes Any additional braking should be com pleted intermittently not continuously Emergency brake display If the brakes are applied in full and the control unit for the braking system con siders the situation to be dangerous for the following traffic the brake light flashes automatically After the speed was reduced below around 10 km h or the vehicle was stop ped the brake light stops flashing and the hazard warning light system switches on The hazard warning light system is switched off automatically af ter accelerating or driving off again Faults in the brake surface If it is found that the braking distance has suddenly become longer and that the brake pedal can be depressed further the brake system may be faulty Visit a specialist garage immediately and adjust your style of driving appropri ately as you will not know the exact extent of the damage Low br
312. yre size 5J x 14 35 mm 175 70 6J x 15 38 mm 185 60 6J x 15 38 mm 195 55 a Only fit snow chains with links and locks not larger than 9 mm b Only fit snow chains with links and locks not larger than 13 mm E WARNING The chains must be removed when driving on roads which are free of snow They adversely affect the handling of your vehicle damage the tyres and are rapidly destroyed CAUTION Remove the full wheel trims page 148 before fitting the snow chains 144 General Maintenance Do it yourself CQ Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects First aid kit and warning triangle 145 reflective vest 145 fire extinguisher 146 Vehicle tool kit 146 First aid kit and warning triangle BNH 0331 Fig 124 First aid kit warning triangle The first aid kit and warning triangle are located in the luggage compartment of the vehicle First aid box The first aid box can be attached by a strap to the right hand side of the boot Fig 124 A Warning triangle The warning triangle can be attached to the rear wall trim panel with rubber straps Fig 124 B EN WARNING The first aid kit and warning triangle must always be secured safely so that they do not come loose when making an emergency braking or in a vehicle collision which could cause injuries to occupants E Note a Pay attention to the expiration date of the first aid kit

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