warning SKODA CITIGO 2013 1.G Service Manual

Overview of the stowage compartment:Opening lever
Glasses storage box
Notepad holder
Pen holder
Coin holder
Card holderWARNINGThe storage compartment must always be closed when driving for safety rea-
sons.
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Bag holder
Fig. 56
Dash panel: folding hooks
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 53.
There is a foldable hook in the opening lever of the storage compartment on the
front passenger's side » Fig. 56, which is used to suspend smaller items of lug-
gage, e.g. bags, etc.
CAUTION
■ The maximum permissible load of the hook is 1.5 kg.■When the hook is folded forward, it folds back automatically when the storage
compartment is opened.■
We recommend detaching suspended luggage from the hook before the stor-
age compartment lid is opened.
123456Photo holderFig. 57
Dash panel: Photo holder
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 53.
The middle part of the dashboard has a holder » Fig. 57which is used to fasten
e.g. photos, notes, etc.
CAUTION
Do not damage the holders when handling them.
Storage compartment in the front centre console
Fig. 58
Front centre console: Stowage
compartment
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 53.
The open stowage compartment in the centre console » Fig. 58.
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Multimedia holderFig. 59
Front centre console: Multimedia
holder
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 53.
The multimedia holder can be found in the stowage compartment of the front
centre console » Fig. 59.
You can use this holder to store e.g. a mobile phone, MP3 player or similar devi-
ces.
WARNINGNever use the multimedia holder as an ashtray or for storing flammable ob-
jects – risk of fire!
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Meshed pockets on the front seat rests
Fig. 60
Front seat rests: Meshed pockets
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 53.
The insides of the front seat rests have meshed pockets » Fig. 60.
These meshed pockets are designed for small, light objects, such as a mobile phone or MP3 player.
WARNINGYou can use the meshed pockets to store items with a gross weight of up to
150 g. Heavy objects are not secured sufficiently – risk of injury!
CAUTION
Never put large objects into the meshed pockets, e.g. bottles or objects with
sharp edges – risk of damaging the meshed pockets.
Storage compartments in front of the rear seats
Fig. 61
In front of the rear seats: Stow-
age compartment
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 53.
There are open stowage compartments located in front of the rear seats » Fig. 61.
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56Using the system

Heating and air-conditioning
Heating, ventilation and cooling
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Air outlet vents
57
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 during
winter months.
It is possible to briefly activate recirculated air mode to enhance the cooling ef-
fect.
Please refer to the information regarding the recalculated air mode for air-condi-
tioning » page 61 .
WARNINGFor your own safety and that of other road users, ensure that all the windows
are free of ice, snow and misting. Please familiarize yourself about how to cor- rectly operate the heating and ventilation systems, how to demist and defrost
the windows, as well as with the cooling mode.
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 con-
ditioning may drip down and form a puddle below the vehicle. This is not a leak!
Note■ The used air streams out through the vents in the luggage compartment.■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 in-
terior of the vehicle forms deposits in the evaporator of the air conditioning sys- tem. This produces a permanent odour when the air conditioning system is oper-ating which can only be eliminated through considerable effort and expense (re-
placement of compressor).
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Air outlet vents
Fig. 62
Air outlet vents
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 57.
Warmed, not warmed fresh or cooled air will flow out of the opened air outlet
vents according to the setting of the control dial and the outside atmospheric
conditions.
Opening
›
To open the air outlet vents
1
» Fig. 62 , press on the air outlet vent.
Closing
›
To close the air outlet vents
1
» Fig. 62 , fold the fins back.
Changing the air flow direction
›
Adjust the flow direction by turning the fins. 
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NoteDo not cover the air outlet vents with objects of any kind.
Heating
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Control elements
58
Setting
59
Control elements
Fig. 63
Heating: Control elements
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 58.
Functions of the individual controls » Fig. 63 :
Set the temperature (turn to the left: to reduce the temperature: turn to the
right: to increase temperature)
Set the blower stage (stage 0: Fan out, stage 4: the highest blower speed) Set the direction of the air outlet » page 57
Controls
A
and
C
can be set at any position in between.
WARNINGThe blower should always be on to prevent the windows from misting up.
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NoteWe recommend that you have the air conditioning system cleaned by a specialist
garage once every year.
Control elements
Fig. 64
The air conditioning system: Control elements
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 59.
Functions of the individual controls » Fig. 64 :
Set the temperature (turn to the left: to reduce the temperature: turn to the right: to increase temperature)
Set the blower stage (stage 0: Fan out, stage 4: the highest blower speed)
Set the direction of the air outlet » page 57
Switch recirculation on / off » page 61
Switching the cooling system on/off
ABCDENote■ If the air distribution is positioned towards the windows, the total amount of air
is used to defrost the windows and thus no air will be fed to the footwell. This can lead to restriction of the heating comfort.■
The warning light in the  button ( » Fig. 64, Pos.
E
) lights after activation,
even if not all of the conditions for the function of the cooling system have been met » page 59 . As a result, the readiness for cooling is signalled when all condi-
tions are satisfied » page 59.
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60Using the system

Setting the air conditioning systemFirst read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings
on page 59.
Recommended basic settings of the air conditioning controls.
Set-upSetting the regulator » Fig. 64 on page 60Button » Fig. 64 on
page 60Air outlet vents 1 » Fig. 62
on page 57ABCDEDefrost/defog windscreen and
side windows a)Desired tempera-
ture3 or 4ActivatedOpen and align with the side window
The fastest heatingTo the right up tothe stop3Short ,
then Switched offOpeningComfortable heatingDesired tempera-
ture2 or 3
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Switched offOpeningThe fastest coolingTo the left up to
the stopbriefly 4, then 2 or 3Short ,
then ActivatedOpeningComfortable coolingDesired tempera-
ture1, 2 or 3ActivatedOpen and align to the roofFresh air mode – ventilationTo the left up tothe stopDesired positionSwitched offOpeninga)
We recommend that you do not use this setting in countries with high humidity levels. This can result in heavy cooling of the window glass and the following fogging from outside.
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Recirculated air mode
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 59.
Recirculated air mode mostly prevents polluted air outside the vehicle from get-ting into the vehicle, for example when driving through a tunnel or when standing in a traffic jam.
Switching on
›
Move the sliding regulator
D
» Fig. 64 on page 60 into position  .
Switching off›Move the sliding regulator D » Fig. 64 on page 60 into position  .WARNINGDo not leave recirculated air mode on over a longer period of time, as “stale”
air can cause fatigue of the driver and passengers, reduce attention 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.
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61Heating and air-conditioning

Communication and multimedia
Telephone and Move & Fun
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Mobile phones and two-way radio systems
63
Multifunction deviceMove & Fun
64
Mobile phones and two-way radio systems
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 63.
ŠKODA 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 ŠKODA Partner for information about the possibility of installing
and operating mobile phones and two-way radio systems with a transmission
power of more than 10 W.
Operating mobile phones or two-way radio systems may interfere with the func-tionality of the electronic systems in your vehicle.
The possible reasons for this are. › no external aerial.
› external aerial incorrectly installed.
› transmission power greater than 10 watts.
WARNING■
Concentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver you are fully re-
sponsible for the operation of your vehicle. Use the telephone system only to such an extent that you are in full control of your vehicle at any time.■
The national regulations for using a mobile phone in a vehicle must be ob-
served.
WARNING (Continued)■ If a mobile phone or a two-way radio system is operated in a vehicle without
an external aerial or an external aerial which has been installed incorrectly,
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.
■
Never leave a mobile phone on a seat, on the dash panel or in another area
from which it can be thrown during a sudden braking manoeuvre, an accident
or a collision — risk of injury.
Note
■ We recommend that the installation of mobile phones and two-way radio sys-
tems in a vehicle be carried out by a specialist garage.■
The range of the Bluetooth ®
connection to the hands-free system is restricted
to the vehicle interior. The range is dependent on local factors, e.g. obstacles be- tween 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 estab-
lishing a connection with the hands-free-system or transferring data.
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WARNING■Concentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver you are fully re-
sponsible for the operation of your vehicle. Only use the system such that you
are in full control of your vehicle in every traffic situation – risk of accident!■
The multifunction device must always slot securely into the cradle or be
safely stored in the vehicle.
■
Unsecured or incorrectly secured multifunction devices may be thrown
through the interior of the vehicle and cause injuries in a sudden driving or
braking manoeuvre or accident.
■
Adjust the volume to ensure that acoustic signals from outside, e.g. sirens
from vehicles which have the right of way, such as police, ambulance and fire
brigade vehicles, can be heard at all time.
■
High volumes can cause hearing damage.
CAUTION
■ Improper tilt settings can damage both the multifunction device and the cradle.■Always take the multifunction device with you when leaving the vehicle to pro-
tect it from extreme temperatures and strong sunlight. Extreme ambient temper- atures can impair the functioning of the multifunction device and may damage
the device.■
Moisture can damage the electrical contacts in the dash panel for the portable
multifunction device.
■
Never use water when cleaning the navigation unit cradle. Always use a dry
cloth instead.
■
Install/remove the multifunction device cradle without the multifunction device
in it.
■
Do not install/remove the multifunction device until the cradle for the multi-
function device has been installed into the dash panel.
Note
The range of the Bluetooth ®
connection to the hands-free system is restricted to
the vehicle interior. The range is dependent on local factors, e.g. obstacles be-
tween the devices and mutual interferences with other devices. If your mobile phone is e.g. in a jacket pocket, this can lead to difficulties when establishing the
Bluetooth ®
connection with the hands-free system or the data transfer.
65Communication and multimedia

Driving
Starting-off and Driving
Steering
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Adjusting the steering wheel position
66
Power steering
66WARNING■ When driving, hold the steering wheel with both hands firmly on the outer
edge in the 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock position. Never hold the steering wheel in
the 12 o'clock position or in any other way (e.g. in the middle or inner edge of
the steering wheel). Otherwise, activation of the driver airbag could cause se-
vere injuries to arms, hands and head.■
Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving only when the
vehicle is stationary!
■
Adjust the steering wheel so that the distance
B
» Fig. 67 on page 66be-
tween the steering wheel and your chest is at least 25 cm. Not maintaining
this minimum distance will mean that the airbag system will not be able to
properly protect you – hazard!
■
If the steering wheel is adjusted further towards the head, the protection
provided by the driver airbag in the event of an accident is reduced. Check
that the steering wheel is aligned to the chest.
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Adjusting the steering wheel positionFig. 67
Adjustable steering wheel: Lever below the steering wheel/safe dis-
tance to the steering wheel
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 66.
The height of the steering wheel can be adjusted.
›
First of all adjust the driver's seat » page 43.
›
Swing the lever
A
» Fig. 67 below the steering wheel down.
›
Adjust the height of the steering wheel to the desired position.
›
Push the lever upwards to the stop.
WARNINGThe lever for adjusting the steering wheel must be locked whilst driving so
that the position of the steering wheel cannot accidentally change during the
journey – risk of accident!
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Power steering
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 66.
The power steering enables you to steer the vehicle with less physical force.
The power steering only works when the engine is running. 
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It is still fully possible to steer the vehicle if the power steering fails or if the en-gine is not running (e.g. when towing). However, greater physical effort is re-
quired to turn the steering wheel.
If there is a fault in the power steering, the warning light  or
 lights up in the
instrument cluster » page 18.
Starting and stopping the engine
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Electronic immobilizer
68
Ignition lock
68
Starting the engine
68
Switching off the engine
68
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 afterstarting the cold engine. This is quite normal and is not an operating problem.
WARNING■ When driving, the ignition key must always be in the position 2 » Fig. 68 on
page 68 (ignition switched on) without the engine running. This position is
indicated by the warning lights coming on. If this is not the case, this could re-
sult in unexpected locking of the steering wheel – risk of 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 steering could
be blocked – risk of accident!
■
When leaving the vehicle, the ignition must always be removed. This is par-
ticularly important if children are left in the vehicle. Children could otherwise
start the engine for example – risk of accident or injury!
■
Never leave the vehicle unattended with the engine running.
■
Never switch off the engine before the vehicle is stationary – risk of acci-
dent!
WARNING■ Never leave the engine running in unventilated or closed rooms. The ex-
haust gases from the engine contain substances such as odourless and col-
ourless carbon monoxide (a poisonous gas) – risk to life!■
Carbon monoxide can cause unconsciousness and death.
CAUTION
■ The starter must only be operated when the engine is not running and the vehi-
cle is at a standstill. The starter or engine can be damaged if the starter is activa-
ted when the engine is running 3
» Fig. 68 on page 68.
■
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 154,
Fuses on the underside of the dash panel , or seek assistance from a specialist ga-
rage.
■
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 150 , Jump-starting .
CAUTION
■
Avoid high engine revolutions, full throttle and high engine loads before the en-
gine has reached its operating temperature – risk of damaging the engine!■
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 accumulation
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 reaches its
operating temperature more rapidly and the pollutant emissions are lower.
Note
After switching off the ignition, the radiator fan can intermittently continue to op-
erate for approx. 10 minutes.
67Starting-off and Driving