brake pads replacement SKODA FABIA 2012 2.G / 5J Owner's Manual

WARNING
■ The brake booster only operates when the engine is running. Greater physi-
cal effort for braking is required when the engine is switched off - risk of acci-
dent!
■ Depress the clutch pedal when stopping or braking a vehicle with a petrol
engine and manual transmission in the low rev range. If you fail to do so, the
functionality of the brake booster can be impaired - risk of accident!
■ If a front spoiler, full wheel trim, etc. is mounted retrospectively, it must be
ensured that the air supply to the front wheel brakes is not reduced. Other-
wise, the functionality of the brake system could be impaired - risk of acci-
dent! ■ Please note that the handbrake must be fully released. A handbrake which
is only partially released can result in the rear brakes overheating, which can
have a negative effect on the operation of the brake system - risk of accident!
■ Never leave children unattended in the vehicle. The children might, for ex-
ample, release the handbrake or take the vehicle out of gear. The vehicle
might then move off - risk of accident!
■ A lack of fuel can cause irregular engine running or cause the engine to shut
down. The brake assist systems would then be without function - risk of acci-
dent! ■ Adjust the speed and driving style to the current visibility, weather, road and
traffic conditions. The increased safety offered by the brake assist systems
must not tempt you to take greater risks than otherwise - risk of an accident!
■ The normal braking system is still fully functional if there is an ABS fault.
Visit a ŠKODA specialist garage immediately and adjust your style of driving
according to the damage to the ABS as you will not know how great the dam-
age is and the limitation it is placing on the braking efficiency. CAUTION
■ Observe the recommendations on the new brake pads » page 121.
■ Never let the brakes slip with light pressure on the pedal if braking is not neces-
sary. This causes the brakes to overheat and can also result in a longer braking
distance and excessive wear. ■ All four wheels must be fitted with the same tyres approved by the manufactur-
er to ensure the brake assist systems operate correctly. Note
■ If the brakes are applied in full and the control unit for the braking system con-
siders the situation to be dangerous for the following traffic, the brake light
flashes automatically. After the speed was reduced below around 10
km/h or the
vehicle was stopped, the brake light stops flashing and the hazard warning light
system switches on. The hazard warning light system is switched off automatical-
ly after accelerating or driving off again. ■ Before negotiating a steep downhill section, reduce the speed, shift down into
the next lower gear (manual gearbox) or select a lower drive position (automatic
gearbox). As a result, the braking effect of the engine will be used, reducing the
load on the brakes. Any additional braking should be completed intermittently,
not continuously. ■ Changes to the vehicle (e.g. to the engine, brakes, chassis or another combina-
tion of tyres and wheels) can influence the functionality of the brake assist sys-
tems »

page 157, Accessories, changes and replacement of parts .
■ If a fault occurs in the ABS system, the ESC, ASR and EDL and XDS also do not
work. A warning light  » page 21 comes on if a fault occurs in the ABS system. Ð Information for braking
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 81.
Wear-and-tear
The wear of the brake pads is dependent on the operating conditions and driving
style. The brake pads wear more quickly if a lot of journeys are completed in
towns and over short distances or if a very sporty style of driving is adopted. If
operated under severe conditions, the thickness of the brake pads must be
checked by a ŠKODA specialist garage before the next service appointment.
Wet roads or road salt
The performance of the brakes can be delayed as the brake discs and brake pads
may be moist or have a coating of ice or layer of salt on them in winter. The
brakes are cleaned and dried by applying the brakes several times.
Corrosion
Corrosion on the brake discs and dirt on the bake pads occur if the vehicle has
been parked for a long period and if you do not make much use of the braking
system. If the brake system is not used much or if there is corrosion on the sur-
face, we recommend cleaning the brake discs by firmly applying the brakes from a
fairly high speed. £
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N
Net partition 58
O
Oil refer to Engine oil 141
Onboard computer see Multifunction display 12
Operation in winter De-icing windows 132
Diesel fuel 138
Vehicle battery 147
Outside temperature 13
Overview Engine compartment 140
Warning lights 17
P
Paint see Paint damage 131
Paint damage 131
Parking Parking aid 85
Parking ticket holder 69
Passive Safety 103
Periodic wiping 45
Petrol refer to Fuel 137
Polishing the paintwork refer to Taking care of your vehicle 131
Power steering 80
Preservation refer to Taking care of your vehicle 131
R
Radiator fan 144Radio reception
Aerial 132
Functional fault 132
Raise vehicle 161
Rear mirror Exterior mirror 48
Manual dimming interior mirror 47
Recirculated air mode Manual air conditioning system 75
Recommended gear 11
Refuelling 136
Fuel 136
Regulation Headlight beam 41
Remote control 29
Synchronisation process 30
Remote control key Replacing the battery 25
Replacement of parts 157
Replacing bulbs 171
Fuses 168
Vehicle battery 148
Windscreen wiper blade 46
Replenishing Coolant 143
Engine oil 141
Windscreen washer fluid 145
Roof luggage rack Attachment points 63
Roof rack system Roof load 63
Running in Brake pads 121
Engine 121
The first 1 500 km 121
Tyres 121
S
Safe securing system 27Safety 103
Child safety 117
Child safety seats 117
Head restraints 51
ISOFIX 119
TOP TETHER 119
Save electrical energy 122
Seat Adjusting 50
Seat belt Warning light 18
Seat belt height adjuster 110
Seat belts 107
Cleaning 135
fastening and unfastening 109
Height adjustment 110
Seats folding forward 52
Head restraints 51
Heating 50
Removing the seats 52
Selector lever see selector lever positions 91
Selector lever positions 91
Service display 10
Setting Manual air conditioning system 75
Manual dimming interior mirror 47
Steering wheel 80
Setting temperature Heating 71
Setting the clock Clock 11
Shifting Diving economically 122
Gearshift lever 85
Side airbag 113
Sliding/tilting roof see Electric sliding/tilting roof 36
Snow chains 156
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