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Table of Contents
Abbreviations
Safety
Passive Safety
6
General information
6
Correct and safe seated position
7
Seat belts
10
Wearing seat belts
10
Inertia reel and belt pretensioners
13
Airbag system
14
Description of the airbag system
14
Airbag overview
15
Deactivating airbags
17
Transporting children safely
19
Child seat
19
Fastening systems
22
Using the system
Cockpit
25
Overview
24
Instruments and Indicator Lights
26
Instrument cluster
26
Multifunction display (MFD)
29
Service Interval Display
32
MAXI DOT display
33
Warning lights
35
Unlocking and locking
42
Unlocking and locking
42
Central locking system
45
Remote control
48
Anti-theft alarm system
49
Tailgate
50Electrical power windows51Electric sliding/tilting roof53
Lights and visibility
55
Lights
55
Interior lights
59
Visibility
61
Windscreen wipers and washers
61
Rear window
63
Seats and storage
65
Front seats
65
Rear seats
66
Head restraints
67
Boot
68
Variable loading floor in the luggage
compartment (Fabia Estate)
72
Net partition (Fabia Estate)
73
Bicycle carrier in the luggage compartment
75
Roof rack system
76
Useful equipment
77
Storage compartments
80
Heating and air conditioning
84
Heating, ventilation, cooling
84
Heating
86
Air conditioning system (manual air
conditioning system)
87
Climatronic (automatic air conditioning
system)
90
Communication and multimedia
92
Universal telephone preinstallation GSM II
92
Voice control
97
Multimedia
98
Driving
Starting-off and Driving
101
Starting and stopping the engine
101
Brakes
102Manual gear shifting and pedals104Automatic transmission105
Running in
108
Economical driving and respect the
environment
109
Avoiding damage to your vehicle
112
Driving abroad
113
Assist systems
114
Brake assist systems
114
Parking aid
116
Cruise control system
117
START-STOP
118
Towing a trailer
120
Towing device
120
Trailer
124
General Maintenance
Car care
126
Services, modifications and technical
alterations
126
Washing the car
128
Vehicle exterior care
129
Care of the interior
132
Inspecting and replenishing
135
Fuel
135
Engine compartment
138
Engine oil
141
Coolant
143
Brake fluid
145
Vehicle battery
145
Wheels
149
Tyres and rims
149
Winter use
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AbbreviationsAbbreviationDefinitionrpmEngine revolutions per minuteABSAnti-lock brake systemAGAutomatic gearboxTCSTraction controlCO2 in g/kmdischarged quantity of carbon dioxide in grams per driven
kilometerDPFDiesel particle filterDSGAutomatic double clutch gearboxEDLElectronic differential lockECEEconomic Commission for EuropeESCElectronic Stability ControlDRim depthEUEuropean UnionkWKilowatt, measuring unit for the engine outputMGManual gearboxMFDMultifunction displayN1Panel van intended exclusively or mainly for the transporta-
tion of goodsNmNewton meter, measuring unit for the engine torqueTDI CRDiesel engine with turbocharging and common rail injection
systemTSIPetrol engine with turbocharging and direct injection5Abbreviations
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Safety
Passive Safety
General information
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Before every journey
6
Driving safety
6
Safety equipment
6
In this section you will find important information, tips and notes on the sub-
ject of passive safety in your vehicle.
We have combined everything here which you should be familiar with, for ex-
ample, regarding seat belts, airbags, child seats and safety of children.
WARNING■ This chapter contains important information on how to use the vehicle for
the driver and his occupants.■
You will find further information on safety, which concerns you and those
travelling with you, in the following chapters of this Owner's Manual.
■
The complete on-board literature should always be in the vehicle. This
applies in particular, if you rent out or sell the vehicle.
Before every journey
Read and observe
on page 6 first.
For your own safety and the safety of the people travelling with you, please
pay attention to the following points before setting off.
Ensure that the lighting and the turn signal system are functioning proper-
ly.
Make sure that the function of the wiper and the condition of the wiper
blades are free of any defects.
Ensure that all of the windows offer good visibility to the outside.
Adjust the rear-view mirror so that vision to the rear is guaranteed.
Ensure that the mirrors are not covered.
Check the tyre inflation pressure.
Check the engine oil, brake fluid and coolant level.
Secure all items of luggage.
Do not exceed the permissible axle loads and permissible gross weight of
the vehicle – risk of accident.
Close all doors and the engine compartment and luggage compartment lid.
Ensure that no objects can obstruct the pedals.
Protect children in suitable child seats with correctly fastened seat
belts » page 19 , Transporting children safely .
Adopt the correct seated position » page 7, Correct and safe seated
position . Tell your passengers to assume the correct seated position.
Driving safety
Read and observe
on page 6 first.
The driver is fully responsible for himself and his occupants. If your driving
safety is effected, you place yourself and the oncoming traffic at risk.
The following guidelines must therefore be observed. Do not get distracted from concentrating on the traffic situation, e.g. by
your passengers or mobile phone calls.
Never drive when your driving ability is impaired, e.g. through medication,
alcohol or drugs.
Keep to the traffic regulations and the permissible speed limit.
Always adjust the driving speed to the road, traffic and weather condi-
tions.
Take regular breaks on long journeys – at least every two hours.
Safety equipment
Read and observe
on page 6 first.
The following list contains only part of the safety equipment in your vehicle.
› Three-point seat belts for all the seats.
› Belt force limiters for the front seats.
› Belt tensioners for the front seats.
› Seat belt height adjusters for the front seats.
› Front airbag for the driver and the front passenger.
› Side airbags.
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WARNING■Always assume the correct seated position before setting off and do not
change this position while driving. Also advise your passengers to adopt
the correct seated position and not to change this position while the car is
moving.■
Maintain a distance of at least 25 cm from the steering wheel, and a dis-
tance of at least 10 cm between the legs and the dash panel at the height
of the knee airbag. Not maintaining this minimum distance will mean that
the airbag system will not be able to properly protect you - hazard!
■
When driving, hold the steering wheel with both hands firmly on the out-
er 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). In such cases, you could severely injure
your arms, hands and head when the driver airbag is deployed.
■
Ensure that there are no objects in the driver's footwell, as these may get
caught in the pedal apparatus when driving or braking. You would then no
longer be able to operate the clutch, brake or acceleration pedals.
Adjusting the steering wheel position
Fig. 2
Adjustable steering wheel: Lever
below steering wheel
Read and observe on page 7 first.
The height and forward/back position of the steering wheel can be adjusted.
›
Swivel the lever underneath the steering wheel downwards » Fig. 2.
›
Adjust the steering wheel to the desired position (with regard to the height
and forward/back position).
›
Push the lever upwards to the stop.
WARNING■ The lever for adjusting the steering wheel must be locked while you are
driving so that the position of the steering wheel cannot accidently change
during the journey – there is the risk of an accident.■
Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving only when
the vehicle is stationary!
Correct seated position of the front passenger
Read and observe
on page 7 first.
For passenger safety and to reduce the risk of injury in an accident, the follow-ing instructions must be observed.
Position the front passenger seat back as far as possible. The front pas-
senger must maintain a distance of at least 25 cm to the dash panel so
that the airbag offers the greatest possible safety if it is deployed.
Adjust the head restraint such that the top edge of the head restraint is at
the same level as the upper part of your head
B
» Fig. 1 on
page 7 » page 7 .
Correctly fasten the seat belt » page 10.
Setting the seats and head restraints » page 65 .
In exceptional cases the front passenger airbag can be deactiva-
ted » page 17 , Deactivating airbags .
WARNING■
Maintain a distance of at least 25 cm to the dash panel. Not maintaining
this minimum distance will mean that the airbag system will not be able to
properly protect you - hazard!■
Always keep your feet in the footwell when the car is being driven – nev-
er place your feet on the instrument panel, out of the window or on the
surfaces of the seats. You will be exposed to increased risk of injury if it be-
comes necessary to apply the brake or in the event of an accident. If an air-
bag is deployed, you may suffer fatal injuries when adopting an incorrect
seated position!
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Using the system
Cockpit
OverviewDoor opening lever
44
Electrical power windows
52
Electric exterior mirror adjustment
64
Air outlet vents
85
Parking ticket holder
80
Operating stalk:
› Turn signal light, headlight and parking light, headlight
flasher
57
› Speed regulating system
117
Steering wheel:
› With horn
› With driver’s front airbag
15
›With pushbuttons for radio, navigation system and mobile
phone
92
Instrument cluster: Instruments and warning lights
26
Operating stalk:
› Windscreen wiper and wash system
62
›Multifunction display
29
›MAXI DOT display
33
Button for rear window heater
61
TCS switch
115
Air outlets in the central part of the dash panel
85
Hazard warning light system button
59
Warning light for the deactivated front seat passenger airbag
18
Depending on equipment fitted:
› Operating controls for the heating
86
›Operating controls for the air conditioning system
87
›Operating controls for Climatronic
90
Storage compartments on the front passenger side
81
Front passenger airbag
15
Air outlet vents
85
Key-operated switch for the front seat passenger airbag
1812345678910111213141516171819Door opening lever44
Switch depending on equipment fitted:
› Boot lid remote release
50
›Interior monitor
50
Light switch and headlamp beam adjustment
56, 56
Fuse box in the dashboard
168
Bonnet release lever
139
Lever for adjusting the steering wheel
8
Ignition lock
102
Pedals
104
Depending on equipment fitted:
› Gearshift lever (manual gearbox)
104
›Selector lever (automatic gearbox)
105
Rocker switch for front left seat heating
66
Central locking system
47
Handbrake
104
Rocker switch for front right seat heating
66
Depending on equipment fitted:
› Ashtrays
78
›Storage compartment
82
Depending on equipment fitted:
› Radio
› Navigation system
MDI
99
Note
The layout of the controls on right-hand drive vehicles differs partially from
that shown in » Fig. 18. The symbols on the controls and switches are the
same as for left-hand drive models.2021222324252627282930313233343525Cockpit
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The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display.Gearbox overheated. Stop. Log book!
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and wait until the
icon goes out –
there is a risk of gearbox damage. You can continue your journey as soon as
the icon disappears.WARNINGIf you have to stop for technical reasons, park the vehicle at a safe distance
from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning light
system » page 59 .
Note
■
Warning messages shown in the MAXI DOT display must be confirmed with
button B » Fig. 24 on page 33 to call up the main menu.■
As long as the operational faults are not rectified, the symbols are always in-
dicated again. After they are displayed for the first time, the symbols continue
to be indicated without any extra messages for the driver.
Warning lights
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Handbrake
35
Brake system
36
Seat belt warning light
36
Generator
36
OPen door
36
Engine oil
36
Coolant
37
Power steering
38
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
38
Traction Control System (ASR)
38
Antilock brake system (ABS)
38
The rear fog light
39
Bulb failure
39
Exhaust inspection system
39
Glow plug system (diesel engine)
39 EPC fault light (petrol engine)39 Diesel particulate filter (diesel engine)39
Fuel reserve
40
Airbag system
40
Tyre pressure
41
Windscreen washer fluid level
41
Traction control (TCS) switched off
41
Turn signal system
41
Low beam
41
Fog lights
41
Cruise control system
41
Selector lever lock
42
Main beam
42
The warning lights show certain functions/faults and may be accompanied by
audible signals.
WARNING■ If illuminated warning lights and the corresponding descriptions and
warning 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
observe safety notes » page 138, Engine compartment .
Handbrake
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
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.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Release parking brake!
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Brake systemRead and observe
on page 35 first.
The
indicator light comes on if the brake fluid level in the braking system is
too low or there is a fault in the ABS.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display.
Brake fluid: Log book!
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the level of the brake flu-
id » page 145 .
Further information » page 102, Brakes .
WARNING■
If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe
distance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard
warning light system » page 59.■
The following guidelines should be observed when opening the bonnet
and checking the brake fluid level » page 138, Engine compartment .
■
If the warning light
is displayed simultaneously with warning light
» page 38 ,
Antilock brake system (ABS) ,
do not continue your
journey! Seek help from a specialist garage.
■
A fault to the ABS system or the braking system can increase the vehi-
cle's braking distance – there is a risk of accident.
Seat belt warning light
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
The indicator light comes on after the ignition is switched on as a reminder
for the driver and front passenger to fasten their seat belt. The indicator light
only goes out once the driver and front passenger have fastened their seat
belt.
A steady warning signal sounds at vehicle speeds greater than 20 km/h and
the flashes if the driver and front passenger have not fastened their seat
belts.
The warning signal is switched off and the indicator light is permanently lit if
the driver and front passenger have not fastened their seat belts within the
next 90 seconds.
Further information » page 10.
Generator
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
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, park the vehicle at a safe distance
from the traffic, switch off the engine and switch on the hazard warning
lights system » page 59.
CAUTION
Do not continue driving if the warning light (coolant system fault) lights
up in addition to the warning light while you are driving. Stop the engine -
there is a risk of engine damage.
OPen door
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
The warning light
comes on if one or several doors are opened or if the boot
lid is opened.
The warning light comes on even when the ignition is switched off. The warn-
ing light lights up for a maximum of 5 minutes.
WARNINGIf you have to stop for technical reasons, park the vehicle at a safe distance
from the traffic, switch off the engine and switch on the hazard warning
lights system » page 59.
Engine oil
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
The warning light lights up red (low oil pressure)
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display.
Oil pressure: Engine off! Log book!
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Power steeringRead and observe
on page 35 first.
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
continuously, a fault exists in the electrohydraulic power steering. The power
steering operates with reduced steering assist or does not function at all.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
Note
■ If the yellow warning light goes out after the engine is restarted and a
short drive, it is not necessary to visit a specialist garage.■
If the vehicle battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the yellow
warning light
comes on after switching on the ignition. The warning light
should go out after driving a short distance.
■
There is no power-assisted steering support when the vehicle is being towed
without the engine running or when the power-assisted steering is defect.
The vehicle is fully steerable however. There is however increased force re-
quired to turn the steering wheel.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
The warning light flashes to show that the ESC is currently operating.
If the warning light comes on immediately after you start the engine, the
ESC might be switched off due to technical reasons. Switch the ignition off and
on again. The ESC is fully functional again if the warning light does not light
up after you switch the engine back on.
There is a fault in the ESC system if the warning light lights up.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Error: Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Seek help from a specialist garage.
The ESC system cannot be turned off, the
» page 115 button only switches
the TCS off, the warning light in the instrument cluster lights up.
As the ESC operates in conjunction with the ABS, the ESP indicator light will
also come on if the ABS system fails.
Further information » page 114, Stabilisation control (ESC) .
Note
The warning light comes on after the ignition is switched on if the vehicle's
battery has been disconnected and reconnected. The warning light should go
out after the vehicle has driven a short distance.
Traction Control System (ASR)
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
The warning light flashes to show that the ASR is currently operating.
If the warning light comes on immediately after starting the engine, the ASR
can be switched off for technical reasons. Switch the ignition off and on again.
The TCS is fully functional again if the warning light does not light up after
you switch the engine back on.
If the warning light lights up, there is a fault in the ASR.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Error: Traction control (ASR)
Seek help from a specialist garage.
The fact that the TCS system operates together with the ABS means that the TCS warning light will also come on if the ABS system is not operating proper-
ly.
Further information » page 115, Traction Control System (ASR) .
Note
The warning light comes on after the ignition is switched on if the vehicle's
battery has been disconnected and reconnected. The warning light should go
out after the vehicle has driven a short distance.
Antilock brake system (ABS)
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
If the warning light
lights up, there is a fault in the ABS.
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The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display.Error: ABS
The vehicle will only be braked by the normal brake system without the ABS.
Seek help from a specialist garage.WARNING■ If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe
distance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard
warning light system » page 59.■
If the warning light
» page 36 is displayed simultaneously with the ABS
warning light
,
do not continue your journey! Seek help from a special-
ist garage.
■
A fault to the ABS system or the braking system can increase the vehi-
cle's braking distance – there is a risk of accident.
The rear fog light
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
The warning light comes on when the rear fog lights are operat-
ing » page 58 .
Bulb failure
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
The warning light comes on if a bulb is faulty:
› within a few seconds of the ignition being switched on;
› when a light with a defective bulb is switched on.
The following message may be shown in the MAXI DOT display, for example. INFORMATION Check front right low beam!
Note
The rear side lights and the licence plate lighting have several light bulbs. The
indicator light only lights up if all light bulbs of the licence plate lighting or
the parking light (in one rear light) are defective. For this reason, regular check
that these light bulbs are working correctly. Exhaust inspection system
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
If the warning light
lights up, there is a fault in the exhaust inspection sys-
tem. The engine control unit allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
Glow plug system (diesel engine)
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
The warning light comes on after the ignition has been switched on. The
engine can be started immediately after the pre-glow warning light goes out.
There is a fault in the glow plug system if the warning light
does not come
on at all or lights up continuously .
If the warning light begins to
flash while driving, a fault exists in the engine
control. The engine control unit allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
EPC fault light (petrol engine)
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
If the warning light comes on or begins to flash while driving, a fault exists
in the engine control unit. The engine control unit allows the vehicle to run in
emergency mode.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
Diesel particulate filter (diesel engine)
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
The diesel particulate filter separates the soot particles from the exhaust. The soot particles collect in the diesel particulate filter where they are burnt on a
regular basis.
The warning light comes on if soot has accumulated in the filter.
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Selector lever lockRead and observe
on page 35 first.
If the warning light
lights up, operate the brake pedal. This is necessary to
be able to move the selector lever from position P or N » page 106 .
Main beam
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
The warning light
comes on when the main beam or headlight flasher are
selected » page 57 .
Unlocking and locking
Unlocking and locking
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Vehicle key
42
Replacing the battery in the remote control key
43
Child safety lock
44
Opening/closing the door
44
Locking/unlocking the vehicle without central locking
45
Emergency locking of the doors
45
Vehicle key
Fig. 25
Key: without/with remote control
Two keys are provided with the vehicle. Depending on the equipment, your ve-
hicle can be equipped with keys without radio remote control » Fig. 25 -
or
with radio remote control » Fig. 25 -
.
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