differential SKODA FABIA 2014 2.G / 5J Owner's Manual

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

Assist systems
Brake assist systems
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Stabilisation control (ESC)
114
Antilock Braking System (ABS)
115
Traction Control System (ASR)
115
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL and XDS)
115WARNING■ 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 –
there is the risk of an accident.■
Adjust the speed and driving style to the current visibility, weather, road
and traffic conditions. The increased safety offered by the brake assist sys-
tems must not tempt you to take greater risks than otherwise – there is
the risk of an accident.
■
Visit a specialist garage immediately in the event of an ABS fault. Adjust
your style of driving according to the damage to the ABS as you will not
know how great the damage is and the limitation it is placing on the brak-
ing efficiency.
CAUTION
■ All four wheels must be fitted with the same tyres approved by the manufac-
turer to ensure the brake assist systems operate correctly.■
Changes to the vehicle (e.g. to the engine, brakes, chassis) can influence the
functionality of the brake assist systems » page 126, Services, modifications
and technical alterations .
■
If a fault occurs in the ABS system, the ESC, TCS and EDL will also fail to
work. An ABS fault is indicated with by the 
warning light » page 38.
Stabilisation control (ESC)
Read and observe
and on page 114 first.
The ESC system helps to maintain control of the vehicle in situations where itis being operated at its dynamic limits, such as a sudden change to the direc-
tion of travel. Depending on the road surface conditions, the risk of skidding is
reduced, thereby improving the vehicle's driving stability .
The ESC system is automatically activated each time the ignition is switched on.
The direction which the driver wishes to take is determined based on the
steering angle and the speed of the vehicle and is constantly compared with
the actual behaviour of the vehicle. If differences exist, such as the car begin-
ning to skid, the ESC system will automatically brake the appropriate wheel.
During an intervention of the system, the warning light  flashes in the instru-
ment cluster.
The following systems are integrated into the electronic stabilisation control
(ESC) :
› Antilock brake system (ABS),
› Traction control (TCS),
› Electronic Differential Lock (EDL and XDS);
› Hydraulic brake assist (HBA);
› Hill hold control (HHC).
The ESC system cannot be deactivated. The 
» Fig. 112 on page 115 button
can only be used to deactivate the TCS. The  warning light comes on in the
instrument cluster when the TCS is deactivated.
In the event of an ESC fault, the ESC warning light illuminates in the instru-
ment cluster 
» page 38 .
Hydraulic brake assist (HBA)
HBA increases the braking effect and helps to shorten the braking distance.
The HBA is activated by very rapid depression of the brake pedal. To achieve
the shortest possible braking distance, the brake pedal must be applied firmly
until the vehicle has come to a complete standstill.
HBA is automatically switched off when the brake pedal is released.
ABS is activated sooner and more effectively with the intervention of HBA. 
114Driving

Hill hold control (HHC)
HHC allows you to move your foot from the brake pedal to the accelerator ped-
al without having to use the handbrake when pulling away on a gradient.
The system holds the brake pressure produced by the activation of the brake
pedal for approx. 2 seconds after the brake pedal is released.
The brake pressure drops gradually the more you operate the accelerator ped-
al. If the vehicle does not start off within 2 seconds, it starts to roll back.
HHC is active on slopes of >5 % when the driver door is closed. HHC is always only active on slopes pulling away forwards or in reverse. When driving down-
hill, it is inactive.
Antilock Braking System (ABS)
Read and observe
and on page 114 first.
ABS prevents the wheels locking when braking. Thus helping the driver to
maintain control of the vehicle.
The intervention of the ABS is noticeable from the pulsating movements of
the brake pedal which is accompanied by noises.
When the ABS system is active, do not pump the brakes or lift off the brake
pedal.
Traction Control System (ASR)
Fig. 112
TCS button
Read and observe and on page 114 first.
If the wheels are slipping, the ASR system adapts the engine speed to the con- ditions of the road surface. The TCS makes it much easier to start off, acceler-
ate and climb steep hills even if the conditions of the road surface are unfav-
ourable.
The ASR function is automatically activated each time the ignition is switched
on.
During an intervention of the system, the TCS warning light 
flashes in the
instrument cluster.
The TCS should normally always be enabled. Only in certain exceptional cir-
cumstances can it be sensible to switch the system off, for instance:
› when driving with snow chains;
› when driving in deep snow or on a very loose surface;
› when it is necessary to “rock a vehicle free” when it has got stuck.
Ensure the TCS is activated again afterwards.
You can switch TCS off and on again as needed by pressing the  but-
ton » Fig. 112 . The
 warning light comes on in the instrument cluster when the
TCS is deactivated.
The TCS warning light 
» page 41 lights up in the instrument cluster when
there is a fault on the TCS.
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL and XDS)
Read and observe
and on page 114 first.
If one of the wheels starts to spin, the EDL system brakes the spinning wheel
and transfers the driving force to the other wheels. This ensures the stability
of the vehicle and a quick journey.
EDL switches off automatically to avoid excessive heat generation on the
brake of the wheel being braked. The vehicle can continue to be driven and
has the same characteristics as a vehicle not fitted with EDL. The EDL switches
on again automatically as soon as the brake has cooled down.
XDL function (Fabia RS and Fabia Estate RS only)
XDL is an extension to the electronic differential lock. XDL does not respond to
traction, but to the relief of the inner front wheel during fast cornering. The ac-
tive brake intervention on the brake of the inner wheel prevents it from spin-
ning. Thus, the traction is improved and the vehicle continues to follow the de-
sired track.
115Assist systems

De-icing rear window61
Deactivating airbags18
Decorative films131
Delayed locking of the boot lid see boot lid
51
Diesel refer to Fuel
137
Diesel fuel Operation in winter
137
Diesel particulate filter39
display messages39
Digital clock28
Dipstick142
Display Service interval
32
Distance driven28
Door Child safety lock
44
Closing44
Indicator light for an open door36
Opening44
Doors Emergency locking
45
driving emissions
177
fuel consumption177
Driving Abroad
113
Driving through water on streets112
Maximum speed179
Driving economically Economical gear changing
109
Driving through water112
E
Economical and environmentally friendly driv- ing
109
Economical driving Anticipation in driving109
Ballast111
Driving at full throttle110
Idling110
Regular maintenance111
Saving energy111
Short distances110
Tyre pressure110
EDS115
Electrical power windows Button in the driver's door
51, 52
Button in the rear door52
Central locking system53
Electric power windows Operational faults
53
Electric sliding/tilting roof53
Electronic Differential Lock115
Electronic immobilizer101
Emergency Changing a wheel
159
Hazard warning light system59
Jump-starting164, 165
locking of the doors45
Selector lever-unlocking108
Sliding/tilting roof55
Towing the vehicle166
Towing the vehicle using the tow hitch167
Tyre repair162
Unlocking the boot lid51
Emergency equipment Fire extinguisher
158
First aid kit158
Jack159
Vehicle tool kit159
Warning triangle158
Emissions177
Engine Running in
108
Starting and stopping the engine101
Starting the engine102
Switching off the engine102
Engine compartment138
Brake fluid145
Coolant144
Overview140
Vehicle battery145
Engine number176
Engine oil141
Capacity141
Changing143
Checking142
Replenishing143
Specifications141
Warning light36
Engine revolutions counter27
Environment109
Environmental compatibility111
Environmentally friendly driving109
ESC Function
114
warning light38
F
Films
131
Fire extinguisher158
First aid kit158
Flashers57
Fog lights58
Footmats104
see Footmats104
Front airbag15
Front seats65
Fuel135
Diesel137
Fuel gauge27
gauge27
refer to Fuel135
187Index