key SKODA FABIA 2014 2.G / 5J Owner's Guide

Interior lighting - version 1Fig. 45
Interior lighting – version 1
Positions of sliding switch
A
» Fig. 45 .
Switch on
Switch off (middle position)
Control by the door contact switch
The reading lights can be turned on or off by pressing switch
B
» Fig. 45 .
If control of the lights by the door contact switch is enabled (switch
A
» Fig. 45 is in the
 position),
the light will come on when one of the fol-
lowing occurs.
› The vehicle is unlocked.
› One of the doors is opened.
› The ignition key is removed.
If control of the lights by the door contact switch is enabled (switch
A
» Fig. 45
in the  position),
the light will go off when one of the following occurs.
› The vehicle is locked.
› The ignition is switched on.
› About 30 seconds after all the doors have been closed.
If a door remains open, or if switch
A
» Fig. 45 is in the
 position, the interior
light goes out after 10 minutes to prevent the vehicle battery from discharging.
Interior lighting - version 2Fig. 46
Interior lighting – version 2
Slide switch positions » Fig. 46 .
Switch on
Switch off
Control by the door contact switch (middle position)
The same principles apply for interior lighting version 2 as for » page 60, Interi-
or lighting - version 1 .
Rear interior light
Fig. 47
Interior lights at the rear
Press the switch » Fig. 47 to turn the light on or off.
Illuminated storage compartment on the passenger side
›
When opening the flap of the storage compartment on the front passenger
side the lighting in the storage compartment comes on.
›
The light switches on automatically when the parking light is switched on
and goes out when the flap is closed.
60Using the system

Removing and installing carrier railsFig. 69
Slacken check points/remove carrier rails
Read and observe
on page 72 first.
Removing
›
Undo the securing points
B
» Fig. 69 on the carrier rails using the vehicle
key or a flat screwdriver.
›
Grasp the carrier rail
A
at position
1
and slacken it by pulling in the direc-
tion of arrow. You can take out the removable storage compartments in or-
der to facilitate the removal » page 83, Storage compartments in the boot .
›
Grasp the carrier rail
A
at position
2
and slacken it by pulling in the direc-
tion of arrow.
›
The carrier rail on the other side of the luggage compartment can be re-
moved in the same way.
Fitting
›
Position the carrier rails on the sides of the boot.
›
Press the two securing points
B
» Fig. 69 on each carrier rail to the stop.
›
Check the attachment of the carrier rails by pulling it.
WARNINGEnsure that the carrier rails and variable loading floor are correctly fastened
when fitting the variable loading floor. If this is not the case, there is a risk
of injury for the occupants.Net partition (Fabia Estate)
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Using the net partition behind the rear seats
73
Using the net partition behind the front seats
74
Removing and refitting the net partition housing
74WARNING■ The belt locks and the belts must be in their original position after folding
back the seat cushions and backrests - they must be ready to use.■
The seat backrests must be securely latched in position so that no ob-
jects from the luggage compartment can slip into the passenger compart-
ment under sudden braking – there is a risk of injury.
■
Ensure that the rear seat backrests are properly engaged. It is only then
that the three-point seat belt for the middle seat can reliably fulfil its func-
tion.
■
Make sure that the transverse rod is inserted into the mounts
C
» Fig. 70
on page 73 or » Fig. 71 on page 74 in the forward position.
Using the net partition behind the rear seats
Fig. 70
Extending/retracting the net partition
Read and observe
on page 73 first.
Extending
›
Open the rear right door.
›
Fold down the rear seat backrests slightly forwards, which makes it possible
to clear the access for removing the net partition. 
73Seats and storage

Cigarette lighterFig. 80
Centre console: Cigarette lighter
Read and observe on page 78 first.
Operation
›
Press in the button in the cigarette lighter » Fig. 80.
›
Wait until the button pops forward.
›
Remove the cigarette lighter immediately and use.
›
Place the cigarette lighter back into the socket.
WARNING■
Take care when using the cigarette lighter! Improper use of the cigarette
lighter 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 igniter and burn themselves.
Note
■ The cigarette lighter socket can also be used as a 12Volt socket for electrical
appliances » page 79.■
Further information » page 126, Services, modifications and technical altera-
tions .
12-volt power outletFig. 81
Boot: 12-Volt power socket
Read and observe on page 78 first.
The 12-volt electrical outlet (hereinafter referred to only as a socket) is located
in the front center console » Fig. 80 on page 79 and in the luggage compart-
ment » Fig. 81 .
Use
›
Remove the cover from power socket or cigarette lighter, or open the cover
for the power socket.
›
Connect the plug for the electrical appliance to the socket.
The power socket and any connected appliances can also be operated when
the ignition is switched off or the ignition key is withdrawn »
.
Further information » page 126, Services, modifications and technical altera-
tions .
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.■
If the connected electric device becomes too hot, switch it off and discon-
nect it from the power supply immediately.
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. 
79Seats and storage

Setting
Recommended basic settings of the heating controls.SettingControl dial settings » Fig. 95 on page 86Symbol Key  » Fig. 95
on page 86Air outlet vents 4 » Fig. 94 on
page 85ABCDefrosting the windshield and side
windowsTo the right up to the stop3Do not switch onOpen and align with the side windowFree windshield and side windows
from mistDesired temperature2 or 3

Do not switch onOpen and align with the side
windowThe fastest heatingTo the stop to theright3Briefly switch onOpeningComfortable heatingDesired temperature2 or 3

Do not switch onOpeningFresh air mode - ventilationTo the stop to the
leftDesired positionDo not switch onOpeningWe recommend that you leave the air outlet vents 3 » Fig. 94 on page 85 in
the open position in all operating modes.
Note
If the air distribution is directed only towards the windows, the total amount
of air is used to defrost the windows and thus no air will be fed to the footwell.
This can limit the heating comfort.
Recirculated air mode
Recirculated air mode prevents polluted air from outside the vehicle getting in-
to the vehicle, for example when driving through a tunnel or when standing in
a traffic jam.
Switching on/off
›
Press the  button.
The indicator light in the button lights up.
›
Press the  button again.
The indicator light in the button goes out.
Recirculated air mode is switched off automatically if the air distribution con-
trol C » Fig. 95 on page 86 is turned to the  position. Recirculated air mode
can be switched on again from this setting by pressing the 
button again.WARNINGNever leave recirculated air mode on over a longer period, as “stale air” can
cause fatigue in the driver and the passengers, reduce attention levels and
also cause the windows to mist up. The risk of having an accident increa-
ses. Switch off recirculated air mode as soon as the windows start to mist
up.
Air conditioning system (manual air conditioning system)
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Operation
88
Setting the air conditioning system
89
Recirculated air mode
89

87Heating and air conditioning

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 1)
. Check on your mobile phone if the automat-
ic connection has been established.
Disconnecting the connection
› By withdrawing the ignition key.
› By disconnecting the hands-free system in the mobile phone.
› By disconnecting the user in the
Bluetooth - Users menu item in the MAXI
DOT display.
Solving connection problems
Check the operating status of the mobile phone if the system reports No
paired phone found .
› Is the mobile phone switched on?
› Is the PIN code entered?
› Is Bluetooth ®
active?
› Is the visibility of the mobile phone active?
› Has the mobile phone already been paired with the hands-free system?
Note
■
If a suitable adapter is available for your mobile phone, only use your mobile
phone in the adapter inserted in the telephone mount so that the radiation in
the vehicle drops to a minimum.■
Placing the mobile phone in the adapter inserted in the telephone mount en-
sures optimum sending and receiving power.
Symbols in the MAXI DOT display
SymbolMeaningCharge status of the telephone battery a)Signal strengtha)a phone is connected to the hands-free system.SymbolMeaningThe hands-free system is visible to other devices.A multimedia unit is connected to the hands-free system.a)
This function is only supported by some mobile phones.
Telephone operation in the MAXI DOT display
The following menu items can be selected from the Phone menu.
■ Phone book
■ Dial number 2)
■ Call lists
■ Voice mailbox
■ Bluetooth 2)
■ Settings 3)
■ 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 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 0-9,
symbols ,
 , , #
and the Cancel, Call and Delete functions.
Call lists
The following menu items can be selected in the Call lists 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 2)
and then dial the number. 
1)
Some mobile phones have a menu, in which the authorisation for establishing a Bluetooth®
connection
is completed by inputting a code. If the authorisation input is required, it must always be performed
when re-establishing the Bluetooth connection.
2)
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 .
3)
This function is not available in vehicles fitted with the Amundsen+ navigation system.
96Using the system

Driving
Starting-off and Driving
Starting and stopping the engine
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Electronic immobilizer
101
Ignition lock
102
Starting the engine
102
Switching off the engine
102
The engine can only be started using a correctly coded original key.
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.
WARNING■ When the vehicle is travelling with the engine off, the ignition key must
always be in position 2 » Fig. 102 on page 102 (ignition switched on). This
position is indicated by the warning lights coming on. If this is not the case,
it could result in unexpected locking of the steering wheel – there is the
risk of an accident.■
Only pull the ignition key from the ignition lock when the vehicle has
come to a complete stop (by applying the handbrake). Otherwise the steer-
ing wheel could lock – there is the risk of an 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!
■
Never leave the vehicle unattended with the engine running - there is an
accident, damage or theft risk!
■
Never switch off the engine before the vehicle has come to a halt – there
is the risk of an accident.
WARNING■ Never leave the engine running in unventilated or closed rooms. The en-
gine's exhaust gases also contain the odourless and colourless carbon
monoxide, a poisonous gas – risk of death. ■ Carbon monoxide can cause unconsciousness and death.CAUTION■The starter must only be operated when the engine is not running and the
vehicle is at a standstill. The starter or engine can be damaged if the starter is
activated when the engine is running 3
» Fig. 102 on page 102 .
■
If the engine does not start up after a second attempt, the fuse for the fuel
pump may have a fault. Check the fuse and replace, if necessary » page 168 or
seek assistance from a specialist garage.
■
Let go of the ignition key as soon as the engine starts otherwise the starter
could be damaged.
■
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 164 , Jump-starting .
CAUTION
■
Avoid high engine speeds, full throttle and high engine loads until the engine
has yet reached its operating temperature – there is a risk of damaging the en-
gine.■
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.
For the sake of the environment
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 more rapidly and the pollutant emissions are
lower.
Note
The radiator fan can intermittently continue to run for approximately 10 mi-
nutes after the ignition has been switched off.
Electronic immobilizer
Read and observe
and on page 101 first.
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. 
101Starting-off and Driving

The MAXI DOT display shows the following:Immobilizer active.
Ignition lock
Fig. 102
Positions of the vehicle key in
the ignition lock
Read and observe and on page 101 first.
Petrol engines » Fig. 102
Ignition switched off, engine off, the steering can be locked
Ignition switched on
Starting engine
Diesel engines » Fig. 102
Fuel supply interrupted, ignition switched off, engine switched off, the
steering can be locked.
Heating glow plugs on, ignition switched on
Starting engine
To lock the steering , with the ignition key withdrawn, turn the steering wheel
until the steering locking pin engages audibly.
If the steering is locked and the key cannot be turned or can only be turned
with difficulty to position
2
» Fig. 102 , move the steering wheel back and
forth and the steering lock will unlock.
Note
We recommend locking the steering wheel whenever leaving the vehicle. This
acts as a deterrent against the attempted theft of your car.123123Starting the engine
Read and observe
and on page 101 first.
Vehicles with a diesel engine are equipped with a glow plug system. The glow
plug warning light 
lights up after the ignition has been switched on. Start
the engine once the 
warning light has gone out.
You should not switch on any major electrical components during the heating
period otherwise the vehicle battery will be drained unnecessarily.
Procedure for starting the engine
›
Firmly apply the handbrake.
›
Move the gearshift lever into neutral or move the selector lever into position
P or N.
›
Switch on the ignition
2
» Fig. 102 on page 102 .
›
Depress and hold the clutch pedal (vehicles with a manual gearbox) or brake
pedal (vehicles with an automatic gearbox) until the engine starts.
›
Turn the key to position
3
to the stop and release immediately the engine
has started – do not depress 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.
Switching off the engine
Read and observe
and on page 101 first.
Switch off the engine by turning the ignition key to position
1
» Fig. 102 on
page 102 .
Brakes

Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Information for braking
103
Handbrake
104

102Driving

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 ŠKODAOrigi-
nal Accessories, which are fitted to two attachment points.WARNINGNo objects are allowed in the driver's footwell – there is a risk of obstruct-
ing or restriction pedal operation.
Automatic transmission
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Modes and use of selector lever
105
Manual gear shifting (Tiptronic)
106
Starting-off and driving
107
Malfunction
107
Selector lever-emergency unlocking
108WARNING■ Do not depress the accelerator if the forward driving mode is changed
when the vehicle is halted and the engine is running – there is a risk of an
accident.■
Never shift the selector lever to R or P modes when driving – there is a
risk of an accident.
■
The vehicle must be held on the brake pedal in D, S or R modes if the ve-
hicle is halted and the engine is running. Even when the engine is idling,
power transmission is never completely interrupted – the vehicle will creep.
CAUTION■ If the selector lever is shifted to N while the vehicle is being driven you must
lift off the accelerator pedal and you will need to wait until the engine has
reached its idling speed before shifting the selector lever to a forward driving
mode again.■
At temperatures below -10 °C, the engine can only be started in selector lev-
er position P.
■
Never try to hold the vehicle using the accelerator pedal when stopping on a
hill – this may lead to transmission damage.
Note
The ignition key can only be withdrawn once the ignition has been switched
off if the selector lever is in the P position 1)
.
Modes and use of selector lever
Fig. 105
Selector lever /MAXI DOT display: Selector lever positions
Read and observe
and on page 105 first.
When the ignition is switched on, the gearbox mode and the gear currently se- lected are indicated in the display
1
» Fig. 105 .
The following modes can be selected with the selector lever » Fig. 105.
P
– Parking mode
The driven wheels are locked mechanically in this mode.
Parking mode must only be selected when the vehicle is stationary. 
1)
Only valid for some countries.
105Starting-off and Driving

DescriptionFig. 117
Remove cover cap: on the rear bumper / for the receiving shaft
Fig. 118
Ball head
Read and observe and on page 120 first.
The ball head can be removed and is kept in the spare wheel well or in a com-
partment for the spare wheel in the luggage compartment » page 159, Vehicle
tool kit .
Image description » Fig. 117 and » Fig. 118
Tool for removing the wheel trims
Cover in the rear bumper
13-pin power socket
Cover for the mounting recess
Dust cap
Ball head
Operating lever
Lock cap
12345678Release pin
Key
Locking ball
Note
■ The tool for removing the wheel trim is part of the vehicle tool
kit » page 159 .■
If you lose the key, please get in touch with a specialist garage.
Adjusting the ready position
Fig. 119
Setting the ready position/ready position
Read and observe
and on page 120 first.
Always adjust the ball head in the ready position before fitting.
›
Turn the key so that its red mark
1
» Fig. 119 is visible.
›
Grip the ball head below the protective cap
2
.
›
Press the release pin
3
as far as the stop in the direction of the arrow - at
the same time push the lever
4
downwards as far as it will go in the direc-
tion of the arrow.
The lever remains locked in this position.
CAUTION
In the ready position, the key cannot be removed nor turned to a different po-
sition.91011121Towing a trailer

Fitting the ball headFig. 120
Insert the ball head/lock the lock, and put the lock cover on
Read and observe
and on page 120 first.
›
Remove the cover in the rear bumper
2
» Fig. 117 on page 121 in the direc-
tion of the arrow using the tool for removing the wheel trims.
›
Pull off the cover for the mounting recess
4
» Fig. 117 on page 121 in the di-
rection of the arrow » .
›
Adjust the ball head to the ready position » page 121.
›
Grip the tow bar from underneath » Fig. 120 and insert into the mounting re-
cess until you hear it click into place » .
Lever
1
» Fig. 120 automatically turns upwards and the release pin
2
pops
out (its red and green parts are visible) » .
If the lever
1
does not turn automatically, or if the release pin
2
does not
pop out, remove the ball head from the mounting recess by turning the lever
downwards as far as it can go. Clean the tapered surfaces on the ball head and
the mounting recess.
›
Lock the lock on the operating lever by turning the key by 180° to the right
(see green marking
3
is visible) and remove the key in the direction of the
arrow.
›
Push cap
4
» Fig. 120 onto the lock in the direction of the arrow » .
›
Check the ball head for secure mounting » page 122.
WARNING■
Carefully remove the cap for the mounting recess - there is a risk of hand
injury.■
Keep your hands outside the lever's range of motion when attaching the
ball head – there is a risk of finger injury.
■
Never attempt to pull the operating lever upwards forcibly to turn the
key. Doing so would mean the ball head is not attached correctly.
CAUTION
■ After removing the key, always replace the cap on the lock of the operating
lever – there is a risk of dirt getting into the lock.■
Keep the mounting recess of the towing equipment clean at all times. Such
dirt prevents the ball head from being attached securely.
■
After removing the ball head, always place the cap on the mounting recess.
■
Remove the cover from the rear bumper with care - there is a risk of paint
damage to the bumper and the cap.
Note
Store cover 2 and cover 4 » Fig. 117 on page 121 in a suitable place in the lug-
gage compartment after removing them.
Check proper fitting
Fig. 121
Check that the ball head is fitted
properly
Read and observe and on page 120 first.
Check that the ball head is fitted properly each time before use.
Check the following points. Lever
1
is up as far as it goes » Fig. 121.
The release pin
2
is completely exposed (both its red and green parts are
visible). 
122Driving