alarm SKODA FABIA 2016 3.G / NJ Owner's Manual

Table of Contents
Materials defect liability and ŠKODA warranty
for new cars4
On-board literature
6
Notes
7
Structure of the Owner's Manual and further
information
8
Abbreviations
Safety
Passive Safety
10
General information
10
Correct and safe seated position
10
Seat belts
13
Wearing seat belts
13
Inertia reel and belt pre-tensioners
15
Airbag system
16
Description of the airbag system
16
Airbag deactivation
18
Transporting children safely
20
Child seat
20
Fastening systems
23
Operation
cockpit
26
Overview
25
Instruments and warning lights
27
Instrument cluster
27
Warning lights
28
Information system
36
Driver information system
36
Operation of the information system
38Driving data (Multifunction display)38MAXI DOT display40
Service interval display
41
SmartGate
42
Unlocking and opening
44
Unlocking and locking
44
Anti-theft alarm system
49
Tailgate
50
window operation
50
Lights and visibility
53
Lights
53
Interior lighting
57
Visibility
58
Windscreen wipers and washers
59
Rear view mirror
61
Seats and headrests
62
Front seats
62
Rear seats
63
Headrests
64
Front seat heater
65
Useful features
66
Interior fittings
66
Tablet holder
73
Transport of cargo
75
Luggage compartment and transporting
objects
75
Variable loading floor in the luggage
compartment
81
Bicycle carrier in the luggage compartment
82
Transportation on the roof rack
84
Heating and ventilation
85
Heating, manual air conditioning system,
Climatronic
85Driving
Starting-off and driving90
Starting and stopping the engine
90
START-STOPsystem
92
Brakes and Parking
93
Manual gear shifting and pedals
95
Automatic transmission
96
Running in and economical driving
98
Avoiding damage to your vehicle
99
Assist systems
100
General information
100
Braking and stabilisation systems
101
Parking aid (ParkPilot)
103
Reversing camera
105
Cruise Control System
107
Speed limiter
108
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
110
Front Assist
114
Fatigue detection
116
Tyre pressure monitoring
117
Towing device and trailer
119
Hitch
119
Using hitch
123
General Maintenance
Care and maintenance
127
Service work, adjustments and technical
alterations
127
Service intervals
129
Cleaning and care
131
Inspecting and replenishing
135
Fuel
135
Engine compartment
137
Engine oil
139
Coolant
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WARNINGEven at temperatures around +4 °C, black ice may still be on the road sur-
face! Do not only rely upon the information given on the outside tempera-
ture display that there is no ice on the road.
  Adaptive cruise control (ACC)
Read and observe
on page 29 first.
The warning lights   indicate the condition of the ACC system
» page 110.
 Distance warning (Front Assist)
Read and observe
on page 29 first.
The warning light  is only shown in the MAXI DOTdisplay.
 illuminates – the safe distance to the vehicle in front is below the mini-
mum.
Information on the Front Assist system » page 114.
 Advance warning / Emergency braking (Front Assist)
Read and observe
on page 29 first.
 illuminates – the system has recognized the risk of a collision or automati-
cally triggered an emergency braking manoeuvre » page 114.
 Service
Read and observe
on page 29 first.
 illuminates – information regarding a service appointment that is due
» page 41 , Service interval display .
Information system
Driver information system
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Display in the instrument cluster
36
Setting the clock
37
Gear recommendation
37
Auto Check Control
37
Display in the instrument cluster
Fig. 21
Display types: MAXI DOT / Segment Display
Depending on the vehicle's equipment, the information system uses the dis-
play in the instrument cluster to provide the following information » Fig. 21.
Time / symbols of the Infotainment voice control
Engaged gear / gear recommendation
Selector lever positions for the automatic gearbox
Warning lights of the START-STOP system
Compass display 1)
Driving data (multifunction display)
Warning lights
Information messages
Door alarm 
1231)
Applies to vehicles with factory-installed navigation system.
36Operation

Outside temperature
Speed regulating system / speed limiter
Total distance travelled
Distance travelled by resetting the memory (trip)
Time
Warning lights of the START-STOP system
Engaged gear / gear recommendation
Selector lever positions for the automatic gearbox
Outside temperature
Warning lights
Driving data (multifunction display)
Total distance travelled
Distance travelled by resetting the memory (trip)
Speed regulating system / speed limiter
Service interval display
Information messages
Fuel gauge
Door, luggage compartment and bonnet alarm
When the door or luggage compartment / bonnet is open, a graphic warning
appears in the display.
An acoustic signal will also sound if you drive the vehicle above 6 km/h when a
door is open.
Reset counter for distance travelled (trip)›
Press button
A
» Fig. 22 on page 37 .
Setting the clock
Fig. 22
Button in the instrument cluster
›
Switch on the ignition.
›
Press and hold the button
A
» Fig. 22 until the
time
is shown in the display.
4567891011›Release the button A and the system switches to the hour setting function.›Press the button A again and set the hours.›
Wait around 4 seconds, the system switches to the minutes setting.
›
Press the button
A
again and set the minutes.
›
Wait around 4 seconds, the system switches to the initial setting.
The time can also be set in Infotainment » Owner's Manual Infotainment .
Gear recommendation
Fig. 23
Information on the selected
gear / gear recommendation
A suitable engaged gear or, where appropriate, a recommended gear is dis-
played, with the aim of conserving the life of the engine and increasing driving
efficiency.
Display » Fig. 23
Optimal gear engaged
Gear recommendation (e.g. 
 means that it is advantageous to switch
from 3. to 4. gear)
For vehicles with automatic transmission the recommended gear will be
shown provided the mode for manual switching (Tiptronic) is selected.
WARNINGThe driver is always responsible for selecting the correct gear in different
driving situations (e.g. when overtaking).
Auto Check Control
Certain functions and conditions of individual vehicle systems are checked
continuously when the ignition is switched on. If there is a fault in the system,
the following message will appear in the display of the instrument cluster. 
37Information system

Failure of the KESSY system
If there is a fault in the KESSY system, the appropriate error message is dis-
played in the instrument cluster.
Low voltage of the key battery
If the voltage of the key battery is too low, a message appears in the display of
the instrument cluster referring to the need to replace the battery. Replace
the battery » page 159.
Anti-theft alarm system
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Alarm trigger
49
Interior monitor and towing protection
49
The alarm system triggers audible and visual signals if an attempt is made to
break into the vehicle (hereafter referred to as alarm).
The alarm system is activated automatically approximately 30 seconds after the vehicle is locked. This is automatically disabled after release.
CAUTION
Before leaving the vehicle, check that all doors and windows are closed in or-
der to ensure that the alarm system is fully operational.
Note
The alarm system has its own power source, service life of which is 5 years.
Alarm trigger
Read and observe
on page 49 first.
The alarm is triggered when one of the following unauthorised actions is acti-
vated on the vehicle with an activated warning system. ▶ Opening the bonnet.
▶ Opening the boot lid.
▶ Opening the doors.
▶ Manipulation of the ignition lock.
▶ Towing the vehicle.
▶ Movement in the vehicle.
▶
Sudden and significant voltage failure of the electrical system.
▶ Uncoupling the trailer.
An alarm is triggered also when the driver's door is unlocked and opened by
the lock cylinder.
The alarm is switched off by pressing the
button on the key or switching on
the ignition.
Interior monitor and towing protection
Fig. 36
Button for interior monitor and
towing protection
Read and observe on page 49 first.
As soon as the interior monitor detects movements inside the locked vehicle,
it triggers the alarm.
As soon as the anti-towing protection detects tilts in the locked vehicle, it
triggers the alarm.
Both systems should be deactivated if there is a possibility that the alarm will
be triggered by movements (e.g. by people or animals) within the vehicle inte-
rior or if the vehicle has to be transported (e.g. by train or ship) or towed.
Deactivating
›
Switch off the ignition and open the driver's door.
›
Press the button on the centre column on the driver side
» Fig. 36,the
 symbol illuminates in the button.
›
Lock the vehicle within 30 seconds.
Disabling the two systems switches off SafeLock. 
49Unlocking and opening

Storage compartment in the front arm restFig. 75
Storage compartment / open storage compartment
Read and observe
and on page 66 first.
›
To open the armrest in the area
A
grasp and lift the lid of the storage com-
partment in the direction of arrow » Fig. 75.
›
To close , swing the lid against the direction of the arrow until it audibly clicks
into place.
Glasses compartment
Fig. 76
Opening the glasses storage box
Read and observe and on page 66 first.
›
To open , press on the outer edge of the glasses compartment in area
A
.
The compartment folds in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 76.
›
To close , swivel the compartment against the direction of the arrow until it
audibly clicks into place.
The maximum permissible load of the glasses compartment is 250 g.
CAUTION■ Do not put any heat-sensitive objects in the glasses storage box - with high
temperatures there is risk of damage.■
The tray must be closed before leaving and locking the vehicle – risk of im-
pairment to the functions of the anti-theft alarm system.
Storage compartment on the front passenger side
Fig. 77
Open storage compartment / interior of the storage compartment
Read and observe
and on page 66 first.
Depending on the equipment provided, the storage compartment is equipped with a room lamp (this lights when opening the compartment), a bottle rack
with a capacity of max. 1 l
B
and a card holder
C
» Fig. 77 .
›
To open , pull the opening lever
A
in the direction of arrow
1
. The cover
folds in the arrow direction
2
.
›
To close , screw in the lid in the opposite direction of arrow
2
until it audibly
clicks into place.
71Useful features

Activation / deactivationFig. 130
System key (option 2)
Read and observe and on page 103 first.
Activation
The activation of the system is initiated when the reverse gear is engaged, or
vehicles with the variant 2, also by pressing the button

» Fig. 130 .
When activating, an alarm sounds and the symbol illuminates in the button.
Deactivation
On vehicles with Version 1, the system can be deactivated by moving out of re-
verse gear.
For vehicles with variant 2, the system is automatically deactivated by pressing
the button or at a speed above 15 km/h (the
 symbol in the button goes
out).
Displaying an error
If a warning signal sounds for 3 seconds after activating the system and there
is no obstacle close to your car, this indicates a system fault. The fault is also
indicated by the symbol  flashing in the button. Seek help from a specialist
garage.
Note
The system can only be activated with the button at a speed of below 15
km/h.Automatic system activation when moving forwardFig. 131
Infotainment display: Display
with automatic activation
Read and observe and on page 103 first.
The automatic system activation occurs when moving forward at a speed be- low 10 km/h when the vehicle approaches an obstacle.
After activation, the following is shown in the left pane of the Infotainment
display » Fig. 131 .
Acoustic signals are sounded as of a distance from the obstacle of around
50 cm.
The automatic display can be activated / deactivated in Infotainment » Own-
er's Manual Infotainment .
Reversing camera

Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Operation
106
Guidelines and function interfaces
106
The rear view camera (following as system) helps the driver when parking and
manoeuvring by displaying the area behind the vehicle in the Infotainment dis-
play (following as display). 
105Assist systems

Anti-theft alarm system
The alarm is triggered if, with a vehicle with activated anti-theft alarm (herein-
after only warning system), the electrical connection to the trailer (accessory)
is interrupted.
Always switch off the anti-theft alarm system before a trailer (accessory) is
coupled or uncoupled » page 49.
Conditions for including a trailer (accessory) in the anti-theft alarm system. The vehicle is factory-fitted with an anti-theft alarm system and a towing
device.
The trailer (accessory) is electrically connected to the towing vehicle by
means of the trailer socket.
The electrical system of the vehicle and trailer (accessory) is functional.
The vehicle is locked and the anti-theft alarm system is activated.
The trailer (accessory) is not equipped with LED taillights.126Driving

Fuses in the dash panelFig. 201
Remove the cover
Read and observe and on page 162 first.
The fuses are located on the bottom of the dash panel behind a cover.
Replacing fuses
›
Remove the ignition key, turn off the lights and all electrical consumers.
›
Remove the cover of the fuse box » Fig. 201 in the direction of the arrow.
›
Remove the plastic clip from the holder in the fuse box cover.
›
Use the clip to pull the fuse out, then insert a new fuse.
›
Replace the clamp in the original position.
›
Insert the top edge of the cover into the dash panel first.
›
Push the lower edge of the cover in the region
A
.
Fuse arrangement in the dash panel
Fig. 202
Fuses: LHD / RHD
Read and observe and on page 162 first.No.Power consumer1Left parking light, parking light, high-mounted brake light2Central locking, front and rear window washer system (only with
KESSY or ACC)3Ignition4Right-hand light, rear fog light, license plate light5Power windows - driver6Interior lighting7Horn8Towing hitch - left light
9
Operating lever beneath the steering wheel, engine control unit (on-
ly without KESSY), automatic gearbox (only without KESSY), selector
lever of the automatic transmission (only without KESSY), ESC (only
without KESSY), towing equipment (only without KESSY), power
steering (only without KESSY)10Power windows - rear left11Headlight cleaning system12Infotainment display1312 volt socket in luggage compartment14Operating lever under the steering wheel, light switch, ignition key
removal lock (automatic transmission), diagnostic connector, head-
light flasher, SmartGate, rain sensor, light sensor, reversing camera15Air conditioning, automatic transmission16Instrument cluster17Anti-theft alarm, horn18Not assigned19Not assigned20Not assigned21Not assigned22Front and rear window washer system (only without KESSY or with-
out ACC)23Not assigned 163Fuses and light bulbs

Index
A
ABS Operation
101
Warning light31
ACC
110
Acceptance and recycling of used vehicles129
Accessories127
Adaptive cruise control automatic stop-start
111
Operation110
Set/change the desired speed112
special driving conditions113
Start control112
Stop/resume control112
Warning light30, 36
Adaptive Cruise Control110
Malfunctions114
Operation overview111
Overtaking114
Radar sensor100
Set the clearance level113
Trailer towing114
Adjusting Steering wheel
11
Adjusting the seats
10
Advance warning / Emergency braking36
Advice on tyre/wheel usage145
Air-conditioning system Air outlet vents
88
air bag16
airbag warning light
31
Airbag Adjustments and impairments to the airbag system
128
Deactivation18
Deployment17
Airbag system16
Air conditioning85
Climatronic87
Manual air conditioning86
Recirculated air mode88
Air outlet vents88
Alarm49
Trailer126
All-year tyres148
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)101
Anti-theft alarm system49
Trailer126
Anti-theft wheel bolts 153
Armrest Front
63
Ashtray69
Assembling the bar ball, Step 1
120
bar ball, Step 2121
Assist systems100
Auto Check Control37
Automatic drive Selector lever
96
Automatic driving light control55
automatic gearbox Tiptronic
97
Automatic gearbox Kickdown
98
Malfunction33
Selector lever-emergency unlocking160
Selector lever lock97
Starting-off and driving98
Warning light33
Automatic shutdown of consumers142
Automatic transmission96
Selector lever lock97
AUX67
Avoiding damage to your vehicle99
B
ball bar ready position
120
Ball head Check fitting
121
Ready position120
Battery Change in key
159
Belts13
Belt tensioners15
bike carriers82
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Bonnet Closing
138
Opening138
Boot Cargo element
80
Class N1 vehicles80
Hooks77
see boot lid50
Boot lid Automatic locking
50
Open/Close50
Brake Assist (HBA)102
Brake booster93
Brake fluid142
Check142
specification142
Brake pads new
93
Brake pedal (automatic gearbox) Warning light
33
Brakes Brake booster
93
Brake fluid142
Braking and stabilisation systems101
Handbrake94
182Index

DeactivationAirbag18
Delayed locking of the boot lid See boot lid
50
Departure angle177
Diesel136
Diesel fuel136
Diesel particle filter (DPF)35
Digital Clock37
Digital Service Plan131
Dipped beam53
Dipstick140
display cardinal points
36
Display Coolant temperature
28
Fuel level28
Gear changes37
In the instrument cluster36
MAXI DOT40
Service intervals41
Disposal Acceptance and recycling of used vehicles
129
Distance warning115
Warning light36
Door Child safety lock
48
Emergency locking160
Emergency locking of the driver's door159
Opening/Closing47
door alarm36
Drive Driving through water
99
DriveGreen98
driving emissions
175
fuel consumption175
Driving Maximum speed178
through water99
E
Economical driving
98
EDL102
Electric power windows Malfunctions
52
Electric windows50
Electric Windows Button in driver’s door’
51
Electronic differential lock (EDL, XDS)102
Electronic immobilizer90
Emergency Hazard warning light system
56
Jump-starting156, 157
Selector lever-unlocking160
Starting / stopping the engine with the push of a button
91
Starting the engine / stopping with the push of a button
92
Towing the vehicle157
Towing the vehicle using the trailer device159
Tyre repair154
Unlocking/locking the door159
Unlocking / locking the door160
Emergency equipment Fire extinguisher
150
First aid kit149
Jack150
Reflective vest149
Vehicle tool kit150
Warning triangle149
Emergency spare Removing / stowing
152
Emission control system31
Emissions175
Engine Information messages34
Running in98
Engine compartment137
Brake fluid142
Coolant140
Engine oil139
Overview138
Vehicle battery142
Windscreen washer fluid139
Engine drag torque control (MSR)101
Engine number173
engine oil specification
139
Engine oil139
Check140
Oil changing139
Refilling140
Warning light34
EPC31
ESC Operation
101
Warning light30
Extended warranty5
F
Fastening elements
76
Fatigue detection116
Films132
Fire extinguisher150
First aid kit149
Flashing54
Flexible storage compartment80
Fog lights Warning light
33
Fog lights/rear fog light55
Fog lights with the CORNER function56
Footmats95
see Footmats95
184Index