key battery SKODA CITIGO 2016 1.G Owner's Manual

▶Seek help from a specialist garage.
Disconnecting the vehicle battery
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.
If, after a short drive, the indicator light does not go out, there is a system er-
ror.
▶ Seek help from a specialist garage.
Other incidents
The following reasons can explain the warning light  being illuminated.
▶ The vehicle is loaded on one side. Distribute the load evenly.
▶ The wheels of one axle are loaded more heavily (e.g. when driving uphill or
downhill).
▶ Snow chains are mounted.
▶ A wheel has been changed.
CAUTION
Under certain circumstances (e.g. sporty style of driving, wintry or unpaved
roads) the warning light  in the instrument cluster can be delayed or does
not light up at all.
 Low fuel - petrol
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
 illuminates – the petrol level in the fuel tank is at the reserve level (approxi-
mately 4-5 litres).
An audible signal sounds as a warning. ▶ Please refuel » page 118.
 Low fuel - natural gas
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
 illuminates – the natural level in the fuel tank is at the reserve level (approxi-
mately 1.5 kg litres).
An audible signal sounds as a warning. ▶ Please refuel » page 119.
 Rear fog light
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
 lights up – the rear fog light is switched on.
 Emission control system
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
 lights up – there is a fault in the emission control system. The system
makes it possible to drive on in emergency mode - there may be a noticeable
reduction in engine performance.
▶ Seek help from a specialist garage.
 Engine electronics check
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
 lights up – there is a fault in the engine management system. The system
makes it possible to drive on in emergency mode - there may be a noticeable
reduction in engine performance.
▶ Seek help from a specialist garage.
 Airbag system
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
System fault
 lights up - there is a fault in the airbag system.
This also applies if the warning light does not come on when the ignition is
switched on.
The functionality of the airbag system is monitored automatically even if one
of the airbags is switched off.
One of the airbags or a belt tensioner has been disabled by the diagnostic
tool
 lights up for approximately 4 seconds after the ignition is switched on and
then flashes for approximately 12 seconds.
The front passenger airbag has been disabled with the key switch
 lights up for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on. 
35Instruments and warning lights

WARNING■Never leave the key in the vehicle when you exit the vehicle. Unauthor-
ised persons (e.g. children) could lock the car, turn on the ignition or start
the engine - danger of injury and accidents!■
When leaving the vehicle, never leave persons who are not completely in-
dependent, such as children, unattended in the vehicle. These individuals
might not be able to exit the vehicle by themselves or to help themselves.
Can be fatal at very high or very low temperatures!
CAUTION
■ Each key contains electronic components; therefore it must be protected
against moisture and severe shocks.■
Keep the key grooves clean. Impurities (textile fibres, dust etc.) have a nega-
tive effect on the functionality of the locking cylinder and ignition lock.
Unlock / lock using key and lock
Fig. 26
Left side of the vehicle: Turning
the key for unlocking and locking
the vehicle
Read and observe and on page 43 first.
Unlocking/locking the vehicle with the key » Fig. 26
Unlocking the vehicle
Locking the vehicle
Unlocking/locking with the remote control keyFig. 27
Key with pop-out key bit
Read and observe and on page 43 first.
Description of the key » Fig. 27
Unlock button
Lock button
Button to unlock the boot lid
Button for popping out/pushing in the key bit
Battery status warning light - if the warning light does not flash when you
press a button on the key, the battery is discharged.
Unlocking / locking the boot lid
By pressing lightly on the button
 the lid is unlocked.
By pressing down on the button
 the lid is unlocked and unlatched (part-
opened).
If the lid is unlocked or released with the button , then the lid is automati-
cally locked after closing. The period of time after which the flap is locked can
be set » page 46 .
CAUTION
■
The remote control may be affected by signal superimposition by transmit-
ters close to the car.■
The range of the remote control key is about 30 m. The battery must be re-
placed if the central locking only reacts to the remote control at a distance of
less than 3 m away » page 142.
AB43Unlocking and opening

Opening/closing a doorFig. 30
Door handle/door opening lever
Read and observe
and on page 43 first.
›
To open from the outside , unlock the vehicle and pull in the direction of ar-
row » Fig. 30 the door handle
A
.
›
To open from the inside pull the door opening lever
B
and push the door
away from you.
›
To the lock from the inside grab handle
C
and close the door.
WARNING■
The door must be closed properly, otherwise it could open whilst the ve-
hicle is in motion - risk of fatality!■
Only open and close the door when there is no one in the opening/closing
range – risk of injury!
■
Never drive with the doors open - there is a risk of death!
■
An opened door can close automatically if there is a strong wind or the
vehicle is on an incline – risk of injury!
Child safety lockFig. 31
Rear door: Child safety lock switch on / off
Read and observe
and on page 43 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.
›
To turn on the child safety lock, turn the vehicle key to position

» Fig. 31 .
›
To turn off the child safety lock, turn the vehicle key to position
.
Malfunctions
Read and observe
and on page 43 first.
Synchronise remote
If the buttons on the remote control key have been depressed several times
beyond the effective range of the equipment or the battery has been replaced
in the remote control key and the vehicle cannot be unlocked with the remote
control, the key must be synchronised.
›
Press any button on the remote control key.
›
Unlock the door with the key in the lock cylinder within 1 minute of pressing the button.
Central locking fault
If the warning light in the driver's door initially flashes quickly for around 2 sec-
onds, and then lights up for 30 seconds without interruption before flashing
again slowly, you will need to seek the assistance of a specialist garage.
A failure in the central locking system can lead the vehicle doors and the boot
lid can emergency lock or emergency release » page 142. 
45Unlocking and opening

Low voltage of the key battery
Replace the battery » page 142.
Luggage compartment lid
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Opening / closing the boot lid
46
Delayed locking of the boot lid
46
Button
A
» Fig. 32 on page 46 is disabled when starting off or driving at a
speed of over 9 km/h. The button is reactivated when the vehicle has stopped
and a door is opened.
WARNING■ Never drive with the luggage compartment lid open or ajar, as otherwise
exhaust gases may get into the interior of the vehicle – risk of poisoning!■
Ensure that the lock is properly engaged after closing the lid. Otherwise,
the lid might open suddenly while the vehicle is moving, even if the lid was
locked – risk of accident!
■
Make sure that when closing the boot lid, no body parts are crushed -
there is danger of injury!
■
Do not press on the rear window when closing the luggage compartment
lid, it could crack – risk of injury!
Opening / closing the boot lid
Fig. 32
Opening / closing the boot lid
Read and observe on page 46 first.›
To open the lid, press » Fig. 32button
A
in the direction of arrow
1
.
›
Raise the lid in the direction of the arrow
2
.
›
To close it, grip recess
B
and pull in the direction of arrow
3
.
Delayed locking of the boot lid
Read and observe
on page 46 first.
If the boot lid is unlocked with the button 
on the key, then the boot lid is
automatically locked after closing.
The period after which the boot lid is locked automatically can be extended by
a specialist garage.
CAUTION
There is a risk of unwanted entry into the vehicle before the boot lid is locked
automatically.
Window operation
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Mechanical window openers
47
Electric windows
47
Manually opening/closing rear windows
47
The windows can be operated mechanically by means of the handle attached
to the respective door panel.
The windows can be operated electrically from the following locations; the
front windows from the driver's seat and also via the buttons for the windows
in the passenger door.
WARNINGAlways close the window carefully and in a controlled manner. Otherwise
these could cause severe crushing injuries! 46Using the system

Hazard warning light systemFig. 42
Button for hazard warning light
system
›
To switch on/off , press the
 button
» Fig. 42 .
When first switched on, the turn signal lights and the warning light  buttons
all flash at the same time as the warning lights 
 in the instrument cluster.
The hazard warning light system can also be operated if the ignition is switch-
ed off.
If one of the airbags is deployed, the hazard warning light system will switch
on automatically.
Parking light
The side light is provided for lighting of the parked vehicle.
Switching on the parking light  on one side
›
Switch off the ignition.
›
Press the control lever all the way into position
 or
 until it stops
» Fig. 39
on page 50 .
The parking light is turned on on the relevant side of the vehicle.
Switching on the side light on both sides 
›
Turn the light switch » Fig. 41 on page 51 to position
 and lock the vehicle,
the parking light is turned on.
After pulling out the ignition key and opening the driver's door, an audible
warning sounds. After a few seconds or after closing the driver's door, the au-
dible warning is turned off.
CAUTION
Turning on the parking light means the battery is heavily loaded.Driving abroad
When driving in countries with opposing traffic system (traffic on the
left/right), your headlights may dazzle oncoming traffic. Therefore, it is neces-
sary to have the headlights adapted by a specialist garage.
Interior lighting
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Interior light
52
With the ignition off, the lights turn off automatically after about 10 minutes.
Interior light
Fig. 43
Interior lighting: Version 1/version 2
Positions for light switch
A
» Fig. 43
Switching on
Automatic operation (centre position)
Switching off
Switch on / off (by pressing the relevant switch
B
) » Fig. 43
Reading lamp left
Reading lamp right 
52Using the system

Automatic operation - position 
The system is turned on when any of the following is present.
▶ The vehicle is unlocked.
▶ One of the doors is opened.
▶ The ignition key is removed.
The system is turned off when any of the following is present.
▶ The vehicle is locked.
▶ The ignition is switched on.
▶ About 30 seconds after all the doors have been closed.
Visibility
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Rear window heater
53
Front sun visors
53WARNINGNo objects should be attached to the sun visor that could restrict the view
or endanger the vehicle occupants during sudden braking or in a collision.
Rear window heater
Fig. 44
Button for rear window heater
Read and observe on page 53 first.
The heater allows rapid defrosting and ventilation of the rear window.
The heating only works when the engine is running.
›
To switch the heating on / off, press button 
» Fig. 44 .
When the heater is switched on, a lamp illuminates inside the button.
The heating switches off automatically after approximately 10 minutes.
Note
If the on-board voltage decreases, the heating switches off automatically
» page 126 , Automatic shutdown of consumers - vehicle battery discharge
protection .
Front sun visors
Fig. 45
Sun visor: Driver's side/front passenger's side
Read and observe
on page 53 first.
Operation and description of the sun visor » Fig. 45
Swivel cover towards the windscreen
Swivel cover towards the door
Parking ticket band (if part of the specification)
Make-up Mirror (depending on equipment, this can be in both the driver’s
and passenger’s sun visors)
Windscreen wipers and washers
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Front wipers and washers
54
Rear wiper and washer
54
The windscreen wipers and the windscreen washer system only operate if the
ignition is switched on. 
12AB53Lights and visibility

›Select the phone
» Fig. 107 -  or an external Bluetooth ®
-Device » Fig. 115 on
page 93 -  in the list shown.
Telephone
Fig. 108
Main menu
The Telephone main menu appears when a telephone is connected to the de-
vice.
›
To display , press the  button.
Main menu Name of the telephone service provider (with active roaming, the symbol
appears before the name )
Possible symbols in the status bar
 - A phone is connected to the device
 Charge status of the phone battery
 - Signal strength of the phone service network
 - Current call
 - Missed call
Enter the telephone number
Display the telephone contact list
Display of call list (missed calls is displayed beside the function key icon 
with the number of missed calls)
Dial the mailbox number
Dialling the emergency number (valid only in certain countries)
Display of favourite contacts (favourites)
ABEnter and select phone numberFig. 109
Enter the phone
number: no
number / input
entered
Enter a telephone number and dial
›
Press in the main menu the Telephone function button 
» Fig. 108 on
page 90 .
›
Enter the phone number using the 
controller.
›
Pressing the function button 
Select the number entered.
Function buttons Enter the last dialled number / dial the telephone number entered
Termination of the phone call (during a phone call)
Dialling the emergency number (valid only in certain countries)
Dial the breakdown number in case of breakdown
Dial the info number (for information regarding the products and serv-
ices of the ŠKODA brand)
Dial the mailbox number
Movement of the cursor in the input line
Delete the last number entered
Breakdown and information call
The breakdown and info call is free of charge. Charges are only made for a tel-
ephone call in accordance with the tariff conditions of your telephone service
provider. 

90Infotainment

Driving
Starting-off and Driving
Starting and stopping the engine
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Electronic immobiliser and steering lock
95
Ignition on / off
96
Starting / Stopping the engine
96
It is possible, with the key in the ignition, to switch the ignition off and on and
start/stop the engine.
WARNING■ Never switch off the engine before the vehicle is stationary – risk of acci-
dent!■
While driving with the engine stopped the ignition must always be
switched on. Otherwise, the steering may lock - danger of an accident!
■
Do not withdraw the ignition key from the ignition lock until the vehicle
has come to a stop » page 99, Parking . Otherwise, the steering may lock -
danger of an accident!
■
Never leave the vehicle unattended with the engine running - risk of acci-
dent, theft or similar.
■
Never (e.g. in garages) run the engine in a closed place - there is the dan-
ger of poisoning and death!
CAUTION
■ Only start the engine when the engine and the vehicle are stationary - there
is a danger of starter and engine damage!■
Do not push-start the engine – risk of damaging the engine and the catalytic
converter. The battery from another vehicle can be used as a jump-start aid.
Note
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 immobiliser and steering lock
Read and observe
and on page 95 first.
The electronic immobiliser (hereinafter referred to as immobiliser) makes thetheft or unauthorised use of your vehicle more difficult.
Immobiliser
The immobiliser allows the engine to start provided an original vehicle key only
is used.
Malfunction of the immobiliser
It is not possible to start the engine if there is a failure of the components in
the immobiliser key.
Use the other vehicle key to start the engine; if necessary, seek help from a
specialist garage.
Steering lock - lock
›
Remove the key and turn the steering wheel until the steering lock engages.
Steering lock - unlock
›
Insert the key into the ignition and turn on the ignition. If this is not possible,
then move the steering wheel slightly back and forth, as a result of which
the steering lock should unlock.
WARNINGNever let the vehicle roll with locked steering lock - danger of accident!95Starting-off and Driving

WARNINGNever cover the engine with additional insulation material (e.g. with a cov-
er) – risk of fire!WARNINGWhen working in the engine compartment, the following instructions must
be observed - otherwise risk of injury or fire. The engine compartment of
your car is a hazardous area!WARNINGInstructions before beginning work in the engine compartment■Turn off the engine and remove the ignition key.■
Firmly apply the handbrake.
■
For vehicles with manual transmission the lever into the neutral position.
For vehicles with automated manual transmission shift the lever to posi-
tion N.
■
Allow the engine to cool.
■
Never open the bonnet if you can see steam or coolant flowing out of the
engine compartment – risk of scalding! Wait until the steam or coolant has
stopped escaping.
WARNINGInformation for working in the engine compartment■Keep everyone away from the engine compartment.■
Do not touch any hot engine parts – risk of burns!
■
Never touch the radiator fan. The radiator fan may still turn suddenly
about 10 minutes after switching off the ignition!
■
Do not smoke in the vicinity of the engine and avoid the use of open
flames or sparks.
■
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.
■
Read and observe the information and warning instructions on the fluid
containers.
WARNINGInformation for working in the engine compartment with the engine run-
ning■
If it is necessary to work on the engine with the engine running, beware
of rotating engine parts and electrical plants - they can be fatal!
■
Never touch the electric wiring on the ignition system.
■
Avoid short circuits in the electrical system, particularly on the vehicle's
battery.
CAUTION
Only refill using fluids with the proper specification - risk of damage to the ve-
hicle!
Note
■ Fluids with the proper specifications can be purchased from the ŠKODA Origi-
nal Accessories or from the ŠKODA Genuine Parts ranges.■
We recommend you have the operating fluids replaced by a specialist garage.
121Inspecting and replenishing

RemoteFig. 158
Remove cover/take out battery
›
Pop out the key bit.
›
Press off the battery cover
A
» Fig. 158 with your thumb or by using a
screwdriver in the area of arrow
1
.
›
Press down on the discharged battery in the area of arrow
2
and insert a
new battery.
›
Insert the battery cover
A
and press it down until it clicks audibly into place.
The key has to be synchronised if the vehicle cannot be unlocked or locked
with the key after replacing the battery » page 45.
CAUTION
■
The replacement battery must correspond to the original specification.■Pay attention to the correct polarity when changing the battery.
Note
■We recommend you have the battery replaced by a specialist garage.■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 ŠKODA Partner.
Emergency unlocking / unlocking of doors
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Locking the door without locking cylinders
142
Unlock the boot lid
142Locking the door without locking cylindersFig. 159
Emergency locking: Left/right rear door
›
Open the door in question and remove cover
A
(applies to rear doors)
» Fig. 159 .
›
Insert the key into the slot and turn in the direction of the arrow (spring-loa-
ded position).
›
Insert cover
A
(applies to rear doors).
After closing, the door is locked.
Unlock the boot lid
Fig. 160
Unlocking the boot lid
The boot lid can be unlocked manually from inside the vehicle.
›
Insert the vehicle key into the slot in the boot lid trim panel » Fig. 160 as far
as it will go.
›
Unlock the lid by moving it in the direction of the arrow.
142Do-it-yourself