change key battery SKODA FABIA 2014 3.G / NJ Owner's Manual

Child safety lockFig. 35
Back door: left/right
Read and observe
and on page 50 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.
Switching the child safety lock on and off » Fig. 35
Switching on
Switching off
You can switch the child safety lock on and off using the vehicle key.
Malfunctions
Read and observe
and on page 50 first.
Failure of the central locking
In the event of failure of central locking, the key can be used to lock or unlock
the driver's door alone. The other doors and the tailgate can be emergency
locked or emergency released.
› Unlocking / locking
» page 50 for vehicles without remote control.
› Unlocking / locking for vehicles with remote control
» page 180.
› Emergency locking of the door
» page 180.
› Emergency unlocking of the boot lid
» page 181.
Displaying an error
If the warning icon 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.
Discharged battery in the remote control key
If the red warning light B » Fig. 30 on page 50 does not flash when you press
a button on the remote control key the battery is dead.
If the voltage of the battery in the remote control key is too low, the following
message appears in the display of the instrument cluster.
Change the key battery!
KEY BATTERY PLEASE CHANGE
Replace the battery » page 179.
Anti-theft alarm system

Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Activating/deactivating
55
Interior monitor and towing protection
55
The anti-theft alarm system increases the level of protection against theft and
break-in
The alarm system triggers audible and visual signals if an attempt is made to
break into the vehicle (hereafter referred to only as alarm).
Triggering the alarm
The alarm is triggered when the following unauthorized actions are carried out
on the locked vehicle.
› Opening the bonnet.
› Opening the boot lid.
› Opening the doors.
› Manipulation of the ignition lock.
› Towing the vehicle
» page 55.
› Movement in the vehicle
» page 55.
› Sudden and significant voltage failure of the electrical system.
› Uncoupling the trailer
» page 134, Trailer, connect and disconnect .
If the driver's door of a vehicle with a remote control is unlocked and opened by the lock cylinder, then the alarm is triggered.
Switching off the alarm
The alarm is turned off by pressing the  button on the radio remote control
key or switching on the ignition. 
54Operation

WARNINGWhen working in the engine compartment, injuries, scalding, accident or
fire hazards may arise. For this reason, it is essential to comply with the
warning instructions stated below and with the generally applicable rules
of safety. 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.
■
On vehicles with automatic transmission, shift the selector lever into the
P position.
■
Allow the engine to cool.
■
Never open the bonnet if you can see steam or coolant flowing out of the
engine compartment – there is a risk of scalding. Wait until the steam or
coolant has stopped escaping.
WARNINGInformation for working in the engine room■Keep all people, especially children, away from the engine compartment.■
Never touch the radiator fan while the engine is still warm. The fan might
suddenly start running!
■
Do not touch any hot engine parts – there is a risk of burns.
WARNINGInformation for working in the engine compartment with the engine run-
ning■
Pay particular attention to moving engine parts, e.g. V-ribbed belt, gener-
ator, radiator fan - danger to life!
■
Never touch the electric wiring on the ignition system.
■
Avoid short circuits in the electrical system - particularly on the vehicle's
battery.
■
Always make sure that no jewellery, loose clothing or long hair can get
caught in rotating engine parts – there is a risk of death. Always remove
any jewellery, tie back long hair and wear tight fitting clothing before com-
pleting any work.
WARNINGInformation for working on the fuel system or the electrical system■Always disconnect the vehicle battery from the electrical system.■
Do not smoke.
■
Never work near open flames.
■
Always have a functioning fire extinguisher nearby.
WARNING■ Read the information and warning instructions on the fluid containers.■Keep the working fluids in sealed original containers and safe from peo-
ple who are not completely independent, e.g. children.■
Never spill operating fluids over the hot engine - risk of fire.
■
If you wish to work under the vehicle, you must secure the vehicle against
rolling away and support it with suitable axle stands: the car jack is not suf-
ficient for this – there is a risk of injury.
CAUTION
Always top up using the correct specification of fluids. This may result in major
operating problems and also vehicle damage!
For the sake of the environment
In view of the requirements for the environmentally friendly disposal of fluids and the special tools and knowledge required for such work, we recommend
that fluids be changed by a specialist garage.
Note
■ If there is anything you are not sure about concerning fluids, please consult a
specialist garage.■
Fluids with the proper specifications can be purchased from the ŠKODA Origi-
nal Accessories or from the ŠKODA Genuine Parts ranges.
151Inspecting and replenishing

Rear towing eyeFig. 170
Rear towing eye
Read and observe and on page 178 first.
The rear towing eye is located below the rear bumper on the right » Fig. 170.
Vehicles with a tow hitch
Read and observe
and on page 178 first.
The removable towing ball may be fitted and used for towing on vehicles witha factory fitted tow hitch » page 129, Hitch .
Towing the vehicle using the towing device is a viable alternative solution to
using the towing eye.
CAUTION
The detachable ball rod and/or the vehicle can be damaged if an unsuitable
tow bar is used.
Remote control
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Replacing the battery in the remote control key
179
Synchronising the remote control
180CAUTION■ The replacement battery must have the same specification as the original
battery.■
We recommend having faulty rechargeable batteries replaced by a ŠKODA
service partner.
■
Pay attention to the correct polarity when changing the battery.
For the sake of the environment
Dispose of the used battery in accordance with national legal provisions.
Replacing the battery in the remote control key
Fig. 171
Remove cover/take out battery
Read and observe
on page 179 first.
The battery change is carried out as follows.
›
Flip out the key.
›
Press off the battery cover
A
» Fig. 171 with your thumb or by using a flat
screwdriver in region
B
.
›
Open the battery in the direction of the arrow
1
.
›
Remove the discharged battery in the direction of arrow
2.›
Insert the 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 remote control key after replacing the battery » page 180.
Note
Replacing the battery in the key a glued decorative cover requires the cover to
be destroyed. A replacement cover can be purchased from a ŠKODA Partner.179Emergency equipment, and self-help

Index
Numbers and Symbols
12-volt power outlet
79
A
abroad lead-free petrol
149
Abroad Headlights
65
ABS Function
115
warning light36
Acceptance and recycling of used vehicles140
Accessories137
Adjusting Belt height
15
Exterior mirrors70
headrests72
Interior mirror70
Seat72
Steering wheel10
Adjusting the seats9
Adjustment Headlight beam
60
Adjustments and technical changes Spoiler
139
Adjustments and technical modifications Airbags
139
Advance warning/emergency braking Warning symbol
42
Air-conditioning system Air outlet vents
96
Airbag16
Adjustments and impairment of the airbag sys- tem
139
Deactivating20
Deployment16
Front airbag17
Head airbag19
Indicator light36
Side airbag18
Switching off the front passenger airbag21
Airbag system16
Air conditioning95
Climatronic98
manual air conditioning98
Recirculated air mode96
Air outlet vents96
Alarm Switching off
54
Triggering54
Alcantara cleaning
146
Anti-lock Braking System115
Anti-theft alarm system Activating/deactivating
55
Trailer136
Anti-theft wheel bolts 173
Armrest74
artificial leather146
Ashtray79
ASR Indicator light
35
Assembling the bar ball, Step 1
131
bar ball, Step 2131
Assistance systems ASR
35
ESC35
Front Assistant121
MCB116
Parking aid117
Speed Limiter120
Assist system ABS
115
Assist systems115
ABS36
Cruise control system118
EDL116
ESC115
HBA116
HHC116
START-STOP124
TCS115
XDS116
Audio see Infotainment
4
Auto-check control44
Automatic driving lamp control62
Automatic gearbox Selector lever-emergency unlocking
181
Selector lever lock111
Starting-off and driving112
Tiptronic112
Using the selector lever111
Automatic gearbox modes111
Automatic load deactivation160
automatic transmission selector lever lock defect
111
Automatic transmission110
Kickdown112
malfunctions39
Selector lever lock111
Warning icon39
Warning messages39
B
Ball head Check fitting
132
Ready position130
Battery In the remote control key
179
Belts12
Belt tensioners15
Bicycle carrier91
Bonnet Closing
152
Opening152
201Index