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Table of Contents
Materials defect liability and ŠKODA warranty for
new cars5
Mobility warranty and ŠKODA extended
warranty.
6
Abbreviations
Using the system
Cockpit
9
Overview
8
warning lights and instruments
10
Instrument cluster
10
Multifunction display (MFA)
13
Warning lights
16
Unlocking and locking
22
Unlocking and locking
22
Central locking system
25
Remote control
27
Luggage compartment lid
28
Electrical power windows
30
Power sliding/tilting roof
31
Lights and visibility
33
Lights
33
Indoor Lighting
36
Visibility
37
Windscreen wipers and washers
38
Rear mirror
40
Seats and stowing
42
Front seats
42
Rear seats
45
Luggage compartment
46
Roof rack system
49Useful equipment50Storage compartments53
Heating and air-conditioning
57
Heating, ventilation and cooling
57
Heating
58
Air conditioning system
59
Communication and multimedia
63
Telephone and Move & Fun
63
Driving
Starting-off and Driving
66
Steering
66
Starting and stopping the engine
67
Brakes
68
Manual gear changing and pedals
70
Automated transmission
71
Running in
73
Economical driving and environmental
sustainability
74
Avoiding damage to your vehicle
78
Driving abroad
79
Assist systems
80
Brake assist systems
80
Parking aid
81
Cruise Control System
83
START-STOP
85
City Safe Drive
86
Safety
Passive Safety
90
General information
90
Correct seated position
91
Seat belts
94
Using seat belts
94
Inertia reels and belt tensioners
96Airbag system98Description of the airbag system98
Airbag overview
99
Deactivating airbags
101
Transporting children safely
103
Child seat
103
Fastening systems
105
General Maintenance
Vehicle care
108
Service intervals
108
Modifications, adjustments and technical
alterations
110
Washing your car
113
Taking care of your vehicle exterior
115
Taking care of the interior
118
Inspecting and replenishing
122
Fuel
122
Vehicles with CNG (compressed natural gas)
mode
123
Engine compartment
127
Engine oil
130
Coolant
132
Brake fluid
133
Vehicle battery
134
Wheels
138
Tyres and wheel rims
138
Winter operation
143
Do-it-yourself
Emergency equipment and self-help
144
Emergency equipment
144
Changing a wheel
145
Tyre repair
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AbbreviationsAbbreviationDefinitionrpmEngine revolutions per minuteABSAnti-lock brake systemASGAutomated transmissionCNGCompressed natural gasCO2 in g/kmdischarged quantity of carbon dioxide in grams per driven kilo-
metreEDLElectronic differential lockECEEconomic Commission for EuropeEPCEPC fault lightESCElectronic Stability ControlEUEuropean UnionkWKilowatt, measuring unit for the engine outputMGManual gearboxMFDMultifunction displayNmNewton meter, measuring unit for the engine torqueTCSTraction control
7Abbreviations
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warning lights and instruments
Instrument cluster
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Overview
10
Speedometer
11
Fuel gauge
11
Engine revolutions counter
11
Counter for distance driven
12
Service Interval Display
12
Recommended gear
12WARNING■ Concentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver you are fully re-
sponsible for road safety.■
Never operate the controls in the instrument cluster while driving, only
when the vehicle is stationary!
OverviewFig. 2
Instrument cluster - Version 1
Fig. 3
Instrument cluster - Version 2
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 10.
Speedometer » page 11
Display:
› With counter for distance driven
» page 12
› with outside temperature display
» page 14
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›With service interval display
» page 12
› With multifunction display
» page 13
› with fuel reserve gauge (option 1 only)
» page 11
Reset button for the display of the daily trip counter (trip) » page 12
Fuel gauge » page 11
Engine revolutions counter » page 11
Adjust button for the clock » page 14
Speedometer
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 10.
The speed is shown in km/h or mph and km/h depending on the vehicle.
Fuel gauge
Fig. 4
Fuel gauge
Fig. 5
Fuel gauge - CNG
3456First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 10.
Vehicles running on petrol
The fuel gauge » Fig. 4 only operates if the ignition is switched on.
The fuel tank has a capacity of about 35 litres. If the fuel gauge in the fuel tank
reaches the reserve capacity level, the warning symbol of on » Fig. 4 - will
appear in the instrument cluster or the symbol will flash for 10 seconds togeth-
er with the remaining segments in the instrument cluster display » Fig. 4 - .
There are now about 4 litres of fuel remaining in the tank.
An audible signal sounds as a warning signal.
Vehicles running on CNG (compressed natural gas)
The fuel gauge » Fig. 5 only operates if the ignition is switched on.
When the vehicle runs on petrol, the pointer of the fuel gauge is in the range
1
» Fig. 5 . When the vehicle runs on CNG, the pointer of the fuel gauge is in the
range
2
.
If the fuel level in the fuel tank reaches the reserve area for petrol, the warning
light
goes on. The pointer is in the red range of the gauge
1
» Fig. 5 . There are
now about 5 l of fuel remaining in the tank.
If the fuel level in the fuel tank for CNG reaches the reserve area, the indicator
lights up. The pointer is in the
red range of the gauge
2
» Fig. 5 . There are now
about 1.5 kg of fuel remaining in the tank.
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 engine
and the exhaust system.
Engine revolutions counter
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 10.
The red scale of the rev counter
5
» Fig. 3 on page 10 indicates the range in
which the system begins to limit the engine speed. The system automatically re-
stricts the engine speed to a steady limit.
Before reaching the red zone of the rev counter scale, shift up into the next high-
er gear.
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Follow the recommended gear to prevent engine speeds that are too high or too
low » page 12 .
Avoid high engine speeds during the running-in period and before the engine has warmed up to the operating temperature .
For the sake of the environment
Correct shifting up has the following advantages.■It helps to reduce fuel consumption.■
It reduces the operating noise.
■
It protects the environment.
■
It benefits the durability and reliability of the engine.
Counter for distance driven
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 10.
To toggle between the odometer and the daily trip counter, briefly press the but-
ton
3
» Fig. 2 on page 10 or » Fig. 3 on page 10 .
Daily trip counter (trip)
The daily trip counter indicates the distance which you have driven since it was last reset - in steps of 100 metres or 1/10 of a mile.
Reset trip counter for the distance driven
›
Press and hold the
3
» Fig. 2 on page 10 or » Fig. 3 on page 10 button.
Odometer
The odometer indicates the total distance which the vehicle has been driven.
Service Interval Display
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 10.
Before the next service interval, the message
appears in the instrument clus-
ter display for some seconds and the remaining kilometres are indicated after
switching on the ignition.
At the time of the service, an acoustic signal will sound and the message
ap-
pears for a few seconds after switching on the ignition.
Note■ Information is retained in the Service Interval Display even after the vehicle bat-
tery is disconnected.■
If the instrument cluster is exchanged after a repair, the correct values must be
entered in the counter for the Service Interval Display. This work is carried out by a specialist garage.
■
For more information on the service intervals » page 108, Service intervals .
Recommended gear
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 10.
An information for the engaged gear is shown in the display of the instrument
cluster.
In order to minimise the fuel consumption, a recommendation for shifting into an-
other gear is indicated in the display.
ShowImportanceOptimal gear.Recommends that you shift to a higher gear.Recommends that you shift to a lower gear.
CAUTION
The driver is always responsible for selecting the correct gear in different driving
situations, such as overtaking.
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›Confirm the speed limit that was set by pressing button B again, or wait ap-
prox. 5 seconds until the setting is saved automatically (the value stops flash- ing).
Change or delete speed limit›
With button
A
» Fig. 7 on page 14 choose the menu point Warning against
excessive speeds.
›
Pressing button
B
deletes the speed limit.
›
Pressing the button
B
activates the ability to change the speed limit.
If the set speed limit is exceeded, an audible signal will sound as a warning. At
the same time the message (warning against excessive speed) appears on the
display with the set limit value.
The set driving mode remains stored even after switching the ignition on and off.
Warning lights
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Handbrake
16
Braking system
16
Seat belt warning light
17
Generator
17
Engine oil
17
Coolant
18
Power steering
18
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
18
Traction Control System (TC)
19
Antilock brake system (ABS)
19
The rear fog light
19
Exhaust inspection system
19
EPC fault light
19
Airbag system
20
Automated transmission
20
Turn signal system
20
Cruise control system
21
Main beam
21/ Safety belt (belt status display) - rear seat21 City Safe Drive21
START STOP
21
The warning lights show certain functions/faults and may be accompanied by
audible signals.
WARNING■ If illuminated warning lights and the corresponding descriptions and warn-
ing notes are not observed, this may result in severe injuries or major vehicle
damage.■
The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. There is a risk of
injuries, scalding, accidents and fire when working in the engine compart-
ment, e.g. inspecting and replenishing oil and other fluids. It is essential to ob-
serve safety notes » page 127, Engine compartment .
Handbrake
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 16.
The warning light
comes on if the handbrake is applied. An audible warning is
also given if you drive the vehicle for at least 3 seconds at a speed of more than
6 km/h.
Braking system
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 16.
The warning light
illuminates if the brake fluid level is too low or there is a
fault in the ABS.
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the level of the brake flu-
id » page 133 .
Further information » page 68.
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WARNING■If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning
light system » page 36.■
The following guidelines should be observed when opening the bonnet and
checking the brake fluid level » page 127, Engine compartment .
■
If the warning light is displayed simultaneously with warning light
» page 19 , Antilock brake system (ABS) , do not continue your jour-
ney! Seek help from a specialist garage.
■
A fault to the braking system can increase the vehicle's braking distance!
Seat belt warning light
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 16.
The warning light
comes on after the ignition is switched on as a reminder for
the driver and front passenger to fasten the seat belt. The warning light only goes out if the driver or front passenger has fastened his seat belt.
If the seat belt has not been fastened by the driver or front passenger, a perma-
nent warning signal sounds at vehicle speeds greater than 25 km/h and simulta-
neously the warning light
flashes.
If the seat belt is not fastened by the driver or front passenger during the next
90 seconds, the warning signal is deactivated and the warning light
lights up
permanently.
Further information » page 94, Seat belts .
Generator
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 16.
If the warning light lights up
when the engine is running, the vehicle battery is
not being charged.
Seek help from a specialist garage. The electrical system requires checking.
WARNINGIf you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning
lights » page 36 .
CAUTION
If the warning light (cooling system fault) comes on in addition to the warning
light in the display when driving, stop the vehicle immediately and switch the
engine off – risk of engine damage!
Engine oil
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 16.
When the indicator light is flashing
, the engine oil pressure is too low.
The warning light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on.
Stop the vehicle and switch the engine off if the warning light does not go off
after the engine has started or flashes while driving. Check the oil level and top up with engine oil if necessary » page 131, Checking the oil level .
An audible signal sounds as a warning signal.
Do not continue your journey if for some reason it is not possible to top up the
engine oil under the prevailing conditions. This can cause serious engine damage.
Therefore, switch the engine off and seek help from a specialist garage.
Even if the oil level is correct,
do not drive any further if the warning light is
flashing. Also do not leave the engine running at an idling speed.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
WARNINGIf you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning
light system » page 36, Hazard warning light system .17warning lights and instruments
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CAUTIONThe red oil pressure light is not an oil level indicator! One should therefore
check the oil level at regular intervals, preferably after every refuelling stop.
Coolant
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 16.
The warning light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched
on.
If the warning light
lights up or flashes, either the coolant temperature is too
high or the coolant level is too low.
An audible signal sounds as a warning tone.
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, check the level of the coolant » page 132,
and refill the coolant if necessary » page 133.
Do not continue your journey if for some reason it is not possible to top up the
coolant under the prevailing conditions. This can cause serious engine damage.
Therefore, switch the engine off and seek help from a specialist garage.
If the coolant is within the specified range, the increased temperature may be
caused by an operating problem at the radiator fan. Check the fuse for the radia-
tor fan, replace if necessary » page 156, Fuses in the engine compartment .
Do not continue driving if the warning light
does not go off even though the
coolant level is correct and the fuse for the fan is in working order!
Seek help from a specialist garage.
WARNINGIf you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis- tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning
lights » page 36 .
Power steering
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 16.
The warning light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched
on.
If the warning light after switching on the ignition or when driving lights up con-
tinuously, a fault exists in the electromechanical power steering.
› If the
yellow warning light lights up
, this indicates a partial failure of the
power steering and the steering forces can be greater.
› If the
red warning light lights up
, this indicates a complete failure of the pow-
er steering and the steering assist has failed (significantly higher steering forces).
Further information » page 66.
Note
■
If the yellow warning light goes out after starting the engine again and driv-
ing a short distance, it is not necessary to visit a specialist garage.■
If the vehicle battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the yellow warn-
ing light comes on after switching on the ignition. The warning light should go
out after driving a short distance.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 16.
The warning light flashes
to show that the ESC is currently operating.
If the warning light
lights up, there is a fault in the ESC.
As the ESC operates in conjunction with the ABS, the ESP warning light will also come on if the ABS system fails.
If the warning light
comes on immediately after starting the engine, the ESC
can be switched off for technical reasons. In this case, the ESC can be switched on again by switching the ignition on and off. If the warning light goes out, the ESC is fully functional again.
Further information » page 80, Electronic Stability Control (ESC) .
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NoteIf the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the warning light comes on after switching on the ignition. The warning light should go out after
driving a short distance.
Traction Control System (TC)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 16.
The warning light
comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched
on.
The warning light comes on when driving when a control cycle is activated. The warning light illuminates permanently if there is a fault in the TCS.
The fact that the TCS operates together with the ABS means that the TCS warn-ing light will also come on if the ABS system is not operating properly.
If the warning light comes on immediately after starting the engine, the TCS
can be switched off for technical reasons. In this case, the TCS can be switched
on again by switching the ignition on and off. If the warning light goes out, the
TCS is fully functional again.
Further information » page 81, Traction Control System (TCS) .
Note
If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the warning light
comes on after switching on the ignition. The warning light should go out after
driving a short distance.
Antilock brake system (ABS)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 16.
If the warning light
lights up, there is a fault in the ABS.
The vehicle will only be braked by the normal brake system without the ABS. Seek help from a specialist garage.
Further information » page 81, Antilock Braking System (ABS) .WARNING■
If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning
light system » page 36.■
If the warning light » page 16 is displayed simultaneously with the ABS
warning light , do not continue your journey! Seek help from a specialist
garage.
■
The following guidelines should be observed when opening the bonnet and
checking the brake fluid level » page 127, Engine compartment .
■
A fault to the ABS system or the braking system can increase the vehicle's
braking distance – risk of accident!
The rear fog light
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 16.
The warning light
comes on when the rear fog lights are operating » page 35.
Exhaust inspection system
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 16.
If the warning light
lights up, there is a fault in the exhaust inspection system.
The engine control unit allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
EPC fault light
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 16.
If the warning light
lights up, there is a fault in the engine control. The engine
control unit allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
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Airbag systemFirst read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 16.
Monitoring the airbag system
The warning light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched
on.
There is a fault in the system if the warning light does not go out or flashes while
driving »
. This also applies if the warning light does not come on when the ig-
nition is switched on.
The operational capability of the airbag system is monitored electronically, includ-
ing when one of the airbags is switched off.
The following situation applies if the front or side airbag or belt tensioner have
been switched off using the vehicle system tester:
› The warning light
lights up for around 4 seconds after switching on the igni-
tion and then flashes approximately another 12 seconds in 2 second intervals.
The following situation applies if the airbag has been switched off using the key switch for the airbag in the front passenger storage compartment:
› The warning light
comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched
on;
› The deactivated airbag is indicated by the illumination of the warning light
in the middle of the dash panel » page 102, Deactivating
the front passenger airbag .
WARNINGIf there is a fault, have the airbag system checked immediately by a specialist
garage. Otherwise, there is a risk that the airbag will not be deployed in the event of an accident.
Automated transmission
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 16.
Warning light
Do not continue your journey if the warning light
lights up and an acoustic sig-
nal sounds. Switch off the engine and seek assistance from a specialist garage.
Warning light
If the warning light lights up and no gear can be selected, switch the ignition
on and off. If the warning light lights up after you switch on the ignition, seek as- sistance from a specialist garage.
If the warning light or warning light lights up and an acoustic signal sounds,
this means that the automatic gearbox has overheated. Stop and allow the trans-
mission to cool down or drive more quickly than 20 km/h (12 mph).
If the warning light lights up again, switch off the vehicle, shut off the engine
and allow the gearbox to cool down.
Warning light
If the warning light lights up, operate the brake pedal.
Warning light
If the warning light lights up, operate the handbrake.
Further information » page 71, Automated transmission .WARNINGIf you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning
lights » page 36 .
Turn signal system
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 16.
Either the left
or right
warning light flashes depending on the position of the
turn signal lever.
If a turn signal light fails, 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.
Further information » page 34, Turn signal and main beam .
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