SKODA FABIA 2014 2.G / 5J Manual Online

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the ignition key withdrawn.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the ignition is switched off or the ignition key is withdrawn »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. 
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■Connecting electrical components when the engine is not running will drain
the battery of the vehicle – there is a risk of the battery discharging.■
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.
■
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!
Clothes hook
Read and observe
on page 78 first.
The clothes hooks are located on the handle of the headliner above each of
the rear doors.
WARNING■ Ensure that any clothes hanging from the hooks do not impair your vision
to the rear.■
Only use the hooks for hanging light items of clothing and ensure that
there are no heavy or sharp-edged objects in the pockets.
■
Do not use clothes hangers for hanging up items of clothing otherwise
this may reduce the effectiveness of head airbags.
CAUTION
The maximum permissible load of the hooks is 2 kg.
Car park ticket holder
Fig. 82
Windscreen: Parking ticket hold-
er
Read and observe on page 78 first.
The note holder is designed e.g. for attaching car park tickets.
WARNINGThe attached note has to always be removed before starting off in order
not to restrict the driver's vision.
Storage compartments
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Storage compartments on the front passenger side
81
Cooling the storage compartment on the front passenger side
81
Storage compartment on the driver's side
81
Map pockets in the front seats
81
Glasses storage box
82
Stowage compartment in centre console
82
Stowage compartment underneath the front passenger seat
82
Front armrest with storage compartment
83
Storage compartments in the doors
83
Storage compartments in the boot
83
Flexible storage compartment
84WARNING■ Do not place anything on the dash panel. These objects might slide or fall
down while you are driving (under acceleration or when cornering) and
could distract you from the traffic - there is a risk of an accident.■
Make sure that no objects from the centre console or from other storage
compartments can get into the driver's footwell while you are driving. You
would then no longer be able to apply the brakes or operate the clutch or
accelerator pedal – there is a risk of an accident.
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Storage compartments on the front passenger sideFig. 83
Dash panel: Storage compart-
ments on the front passenger
side
Read and observe on page 80 first.
Open/close
›
Pull the cover handle in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 83 and fold down
the cover.
›
Lift the lid upwards until it clicks into place.
A pin holder is located inside the lower flap.
WARNINGThe storage compartments must always be closed when driving for safety
reasons.
Cooling the storage compartment on the front passenger side
Fig. 84
Storage compartment: Using
cooling system
Read and observe on page 80 first.
›
Use the rotary switch » Fig. 84 to open and 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 inlet when the air conditioning system is on causes fresh or in-
terior air to flow into the storage compartment.
We recommend closing the air supply if it is operated in heating mode or the
cooling system for the storage compartment is not being used.
Storage compartment on the driver's side
Fig. 85
Dash panel: Storage compart-
ment on the driver's side
Read and observe on page 80 first.
The open stowage compartment below the light switch » Fig. 85.
Map pockets in the front seats
Fig. 86
Front seat rests: Map pockets
Read and observe on page 80 first.
Map pockets are located on the rear of the seat backrests » Fig. 86.
The map pockets are intended for storage of maps, magazines, etc. 
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WARNINGNever put heavy items in the map pockets – risk of injury.
CAUTION
Do not put any large items such as bottles or sharp objects into the map pock-
ets, as the pockets and the seat covers could be damaged.
Glasses storage box
Fig. 87
Detail of the headliner: Glasses
storage box
Read and observe on page 80 first.
›
Press on the bar in the cover of the glasses storage. The compartment folds
down » Fig. 87 .
WARNINGThe compartment must only be opened when removing or inserting the
spectacles and otherwise must be kept closed.
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 250 g.
Stowage compartment in centre consoleFig. 88
Centre console: Stowage com-
partment
Read and observe on page 80 first.
The open stowage compartment in the centre console » Fig. 88.
Stowage compartment underneath the front passenger seat
Fig. 89
Front seat: Stowage compart-
ment
Read and observe on page 80 first.
›
Pull the handle to open the lid » Fig. 89.
›
When closing the lid, hold the handle until the compartment is closed.
WARNINGThe storage compartment must always be closed when driving for safety
reasons.
CAUTION
The storage compartment is designed for storing small objects of up to 1 kg. in
weight.82Using the system

Front armrest with storage compartmentFig. 90
Armrest: Storage compartment/open storage compartment
Read and observe
on page 80 first.
Fold the armrest forwards
›
Press the lower button on the end of the armrest » Fig. 90 -
 .
›
Fold the arm rest forward and release the button again.
Opening the storage compartment
›
Press the upper button and open the cover of the stowage compartment up-
wards » Fig. 90 -
 .
Note
The moving space of the arms can be restricted if the armrest is folded for-
wards. In city traffic the armrest should not be folded forwards.
Storage compartments in the doors
Fig. 91
Storage compartment: in the front door/in the rear door
Read and observe on page 80 first.
There is a bottle holder at
B
» Fig. 91 of the pocket in the front doors.
WARNINGUse the section A » Fig. 91 of the door pocket only for storing objects
which do not project so that the effectiveness of the side airbag is not im-
paired.
Storage compartments in the boot
Fig. 92
Boot: Storage compartments
Read and observe on page 80 first.
The cover for the side compartment can be removed, thus enlarging the boot.
›
Grasp the top part of the cover and carefully remove it in the direction of the
arrow » Fig. 92 .
CAUTION
The storage compartments are designed for storing small objects of up to
2.5 kg. in weight in total.83Seats and storage

Flexible storage compartmentFig. 93
Flexible storage compartment
Read and observe on page 80 first.
The flexible storage compartment » Fig. 93 can be fitted to the right-hand side
of the luggage compartment.
Fitting
›
Insert both ends of the flexible storage compartment into the openings of
the right side trim panel of the boot and push it downwards until it locks.
Removing
›
Grasp the flexible storage compartment on the two upper corners.
›
Press the upper corners inwards and release the storage compartment by
pulling upwards.
›
Remove by pulling towards you.
CAUTION
The storage compartment is designed for storing small objects with a maxi-
mum total weight of 8 kg.
Note
If the variable loading floor » page 72 is installed in the luggage compartment,
no flexible storage compartment can be installed.Heating and air conditioning
Heating, ventilation, cooling
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Air outlets
85
Using the air conditioning system economically
85
Operational problems
85
The heating effect is dependent upon the coolant temperature, thus full heat
output only occurs when the engine has reached its operating temperature.
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 when
outside temperatures are particularly low.
It is possible to briefly activate recirculated air mode to enhance the cooling
effect.
Please refer to the information regarding recirculated air mode for the air-con-
ditioning system » page 89 or for Climatronic » page 91.
WARNINGFor your own safety and that of other road users, ensure that all the win-
dows are free of ice, snow and misting. Please familiarize yourself about
how to correctly operate the heating and ventilation systems, how to de-
mist and defrost the windows, as well as with the cooling mode.
CAUTION
■ The air inlet in front of the windscreen must be free (e.g. of ice, snow or
leaves) to ensure that the heating and cooling system operates 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. 
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Note■The exhaust air streams out through vents at the rear of the luggage com-
partment.■
We recommend that you do not smoke in the vehicle when the recirculating
air mode is operating since the smoke which is drawn at the evaporator from
the interior of the vehicle forms deposits in the evaporator of the air condition-
ing system. This produces a permanent odour when the air conditioning sys-
tem is operating which can only be eliminated through considerable effort and
expense (replacement of compressor).
Air outlets
Fig. 94
Air outlet vents
Read and observe
and on page 84 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. 94 and the outlets can also be opened and closed individually.
Open the air outlet vents 3 and 4
›
Turn the vertical wheel (air vents 3) » Fig. 94 or the horizontal wheel (air out-
let nozzles 4) to the
 position.
Close air outlet vents 3 and 4›Turn the vertical wheel (air vents
3) » Fig. 94 or the horizontal wheel (air out-
let nozzles 4) to the 0 position.
Change air flow of air outlet vents 3 and 4›
In order to change the strength of the air flow, swivel the horizontal lamellas
with the aid of the moveable adjuster » Fig. 94.
›
In order to change the lateral direction of the air flow, swivel the vertical la-
mellas with the aid of the moveable adjuster.
Set the air supply to the individual vents with the air distribution control
C
» Fig. 95 on page 86 .
Note
Do not cover the air outlet vents with objects of any kind.
Using the air conditioning system economically
Read and observe
and on page 84 first.
The air conditioning system compressor uses power from the engine when in
cooling mode, which will affect the fuel consumption.
It recommended to open the windows or the doors of a vehicle for which the
interior has been strongly heated through the effect of direct sunlight in order
to allow the heated air to escape.
The cooling system should not be switched on if the windows are open.
For the sake of the environment
Pollutant emissions are also lower when fuel is being saved » page 109.
Operational problems
Read and observe
and on page 84 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.
› One of the fuses has blown. Check the fuse and replace if necessa-
ry » page 168 .
› The cooling system has switched off automatically for a short time because
the coolant temperature of the engine is too hot » page 27. 
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If you are not able to resolve the fault yourself, or if the cooling output has re-
duced, switch off the cooling system and obtain assistance from a specialist
garage.
Heating
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Operation
86
Setting
87
Recirculated air mode
87
Operation
Fig. 95
Heating: Control elements
Functions of the individual controls » Fig. 95 :
Set the temperature (turn to the left: to reduce the temperature, turn to
the right: to increase the temperature)
Set the blower level (level 0: blowers off, level 4: the highest blower
speed)
Set the direction of the air outlet » page 85
Switch recirculation on/off » page 87
Controls A
and
C
» Fig. 95 can be set to any intermediate position.
WARNINGThe blower should always be on to prevent the windows from misting up.ABC86Using the system

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

The cooling system operates only if the following conditions are met.The cooling system is switched on » page 88.
The engine is running.
The outside temperature is above approximately +2 °C.
The blower switch is switched on (positions 1-4).
If the desired interior temperature can also be achieved without activating the
cooling system, fresh air mode should be selected.
If the coolant temperature is too high, the cooling system is switched off to
ensure that the engine cools down.
CAUTION
■ Under certain circumstances, air at a temperature of about 5 °C can flow out
of the vents when the cooling system is switched on.■
Lengthy and uneven distribution of the air flow out of the vents (especially
around the feet) and large differences in temperature, for example, when get-
ting out of the vehicle, can cause susceptible individuals to catch a cold.
Note
■ We recommend that you have the air conditioning system cleaned by a spe-
cialist garage once every year.■
During operation of the air conditioning, under certain circumstances an in-
crease in engine idle speed may occur in order to ensure sufficient heating
comfort.
OperationFig. 96
The air conditioning system: Control elements
Read and observe
on page 88 first.
Functions of the individual controls » Fig. 96 :
Set the temperature (turn to the left: to reduce the temperature, turn to
the right: to increase the temperature)
Set the blower level (level 0: blowers off, level 4: the highest blower
speed)
Set the direction of the air outlet » page 85
Switch recirculation on/off » page 89
Switch the cooling system on/off
Note
The warning light in the symbol button  lights after activation, even if not all
of the conditions for the function of the cooling system are met » page 87. The
operational readiness of the cooling system is indicated by the indicator light
in the button lighting up.ABC88Using the system