engine SKODA KODIAQ 2016 1.G User Guide

▶You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.
 Stability Control (ESC) / traction control (ASR)
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
 flashes – the ESC or TCS is currently active.
 lights up – there is an ESC or TCS fault.
▶ You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.
If the warning light  comes on after starting the engine, the TCS may be
switched off for technical reasons. ▶ Switch the ignition off and on again.
If the warning light  does not illuminate after you switch the engine back on,
the TCS is fully functional again.
Disconnecting the vehicle battery
If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the indicator
light  comes on after switching on the ignition.
The warning light should go out after driving a short distance.
If, after a short drive, the indicator light does not go out, there is a system er- ror.
▶ You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.
For more information on the ESC system » page 216 or TCS system
» page 217 .
 Traction control (ASR) deactivated
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
 illuminates – the TCS system is disabled.
 Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
 lights up – there is an ABS fault.
The vehicle will only be braked by the normal brake system without the ABS.
▶ You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.WARNING■ If the warning light  lights up at the same time as warning light 
» page 35 ,  Brake system ,  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 – risk of accident!
Rear fog light
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
 lights up – the rear fog light is switched on.
 Emission control system
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
 lights up – there is a fault in the emission control system. The system
makes it possible to drive on in emergency mode - there may be a noticeable
reduction in engine performance.
▶ You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.
Preheating unit (diesel)
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
 flashes – there is a fault in the engine management system. The system
makes possible operation emergency mode - there may be a noticeable reduc-
tion in engine performance.
There is a fault in the glow plug system if the warning light  does not come
on or illuminates continuously.
▶ You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.
36Operation

 EPC warning light (petrol)Read and observe
on page 34 first.
 lights up – there is a fault in the engine management system. The system
makes it possible to drive on in emergency mode - there may be a noticeable
reduction in engine performance.
▶ You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.
Safety systems
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
System fault
 lights up - there is a fault in the airbag system.
Error: AirbagAIRBAG ERROR
▶
Seek help from a specialist garage.
The front passenger airbag has been disabled with the key switch
 illuminates for around 4 seconds after the ignition has been switched on.
One of the airbags or a belt tensioner has been disabled by the diagnostic
tool
 illuminates for around 4 seconds after the ignition is switched on and then
flashes for approximately 12 seconds.
Airbag/ belt tensioner deactivated.AIRBAG/ BELT TENSIONER OFF
ProActive passenger protection
 illuminates and the following message is shown in the information cluster
display.
Proactive passenger protection not available.PROACTIVE PASSENGER PROTECT NOT AVAIL
or
Proactive passenger protection: function restricted.LIMITED PROACTIVE PASSENGER PROTECT
The seat belt for the driver and front passenger needs to be replaced.
▶ Seek help from a specialist garage.WARNINGWhen a fault in the airbag system occurs, there is a risk of the system not
being triggered in the event of an accident. Therefore, this must be
checked immediately by a specialized garage.
Tyre pressure
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
Change of tyre pressure values
 lights up - there was a pressure change in one of the tyres.
An audible signal sounds as a warning. ▶ Immediately reduce speed and avoid sudden steering and braking manoeu-
vres.
▶ Stop the vehicle, turn the ignition off and check the tyres and their inflation
pressures » page 286 .
▶ Correct the tyre pressure if necessary or replace the affected wheel
» page 291 or use the repair kit » page 295.
▶ Save the tyre pressure values in the system » page 260.
System fault
 flashes for approximately 1 minute and remains lit – there may be a fault in
the tyre pressure monitoring system.
▶ Stop the vehicle, turn the ignition off and start the engine again.
If the warning light  flashes after starting the engine again, there is a system
error.
▶ You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.
Disconnecting the vehicle battery
If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the indicator
light  comes on after switching on the ignition.
The warning light should go out after driving a short distance.
If, after a short drive, the indicator light does not go out, there is a system er-
ror.
▶ You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately. 
37Instruments and warning lights

Auto Hold functionRead and observe
on page 34 first.
 illuminates - the Auto Hold function is activated.
For more information about the Auto-Hold Function » page 207.
 Main beam
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
 lights up – the main beam or the headlight flasher is switched on.
 Automatic gearbox
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
Gearbox overheated
The warning light  is only shown in the MAXI DOTdisplay.

 Illumi-
nates
Gearbox overheated. You can drive on.GEARBOX OVERHEATED
Transmission overheated. You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution.
  Illumi-
nates
Gearbox overheated. Stop! Log book!STOP VEHICLE GEARBOX OVERHEAT
▶ 
Do not drive the vehicle! Stop the vehicle and turn off the engine.
You can continue your journey as soon as the warning light disappears.
▶ If the warning light do not go out, 
stop driving! Seek help from a specialist
garage.
Transmission problem
The warning light  is only shown in the MAXI DOTdisplay.

 Illumi-
nates
Gearbox faulty. Stop the vehicle safely!GEARBOX FAULTY WORKSHOP  Illumi-
nates
Gearbox in emergency mode. No reverse gear.GEARBOX ERROR REV_ GEAR NOT AVAIL  Illumi-
nates
Error: gearbox. Speed is limited.GEARBOX ERROR▶ You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.
 Rear seat belt warning light
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
 lights up – a rear seat belt is not fastened.
 lights up – a rear seat belt is fastened.
When the seat belt is fastened/unfastened, the particular light lights up briefly
and indicates the current belt status!
 Generator
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
 lights up – the battery is not being charged whilst the engine is running.
CAUTION
If in addition to the light
 the light  lights up while driving,  stop driving -
risk of engine damage! Switch off the engine and seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage.
 Coolant
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
Coolant level too low
  Illumi-
nates
ENGINE COOLANT PLEASE CHECK Log book!ENGINE COOLANT PLEASE CHECK
▶ Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine and let it cool.
▶ Check the coolant level » page 282.
If the coolant level is within the specified range and the warning light  lights
up again, then there may be a malfunction of the cooling fan.
▶ Switch off the ignition.
▶ Check the fuse for the radiator fan, replace if necessary.
If the coolant level and fan fuse are both OK but the warning light  lights up
again, 
stop driving!
▶ Seek help from a specialist garage. 
39Instruments and warning lights

Coolant temperature too high  Illumi-
nates
Engine overheat. Stop! Log book!ENGINE OVERHEAT STOP
▶ Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine and let it cool.
▶ Continue your journey only after the warning light 
has disappeared.
 Engine oil pressure
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
 
flashes – the engine oil pressure is too low.
▶ Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the engine oil level.
▶ If the warning light flashes, 
stop driving , even if the oil level is OK! Also do
not leave the engine running at an idling speed.
▶ Seek help from a specialist garage.
CAUTION
If it is not possible to top up with engine oil under the given conditions,  stop
driving - there is a risk of engine damage! Switch off the engine and seek as-
sistance from a specialist garage.
 Engine oil level
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
Engine oil level too low
  Illumi-
nates
Oil level: add oil!ADD OIL
▶ Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the engine oil level, top up
if necessary.
The warning light will go out if the bonnet is left open for more than 30 sec-
onds. If the engine oil is not replenished, the warning light will come on again
after driving about 100 km.
Engine oil level too high
  Illumi-
nates
Reduce oil level!OIL LEVEL TOO HIGH
▶ Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the engine oil level.
▶ If the oil level is too high, you can driven on, exercising appropriate caution.
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
Fault on the engine oil level sensor  Illumi-
nates
Oil sensor: Workshop!OIL SENSOR WORKSHOP
▶ You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.
CAUTION
If it is not possible to top up with engine oil under the given conditions,  stop
driving - there is a risk of engine damage! Switch off the engine and seek as-
sistance from a specialist garage.
  AdBlue ®
(diesel engine)
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
AdBlue ®
level too low
Information on the amount of AdBlue ®
to be added is also shown. The values
"min" and "max" stand for the minimum and maximum AdBlue ®
replenishment
amounts.
 Illuminates
AdBlue (DEF) refill! Range: ...REFILL ADBLUE (DEF)... RANGE_ ...
The range in the display indicates the distance that can be driven with the re-
maining AdBlue ®
left in the tank.
▶ Add AdBlue ®
» page 277 .
  Illumi-
nates
AdBlue (DEF) refill! No start in ...REFILL ADBLUE (DEF)_...NO START IN …
The value in the display indicates the distance that can still be travelled, after
which no engine restart is possible unless AdBlue ®
is added.
▶ Add AdBlue ®
» page 277 .
  Illumi-
nates
AdBlue (DEF) refill! Engine start no longer possible.REFILL ADBLUE (DEF)... NO RESTART
It is no longer possible to start the engine.
▶ Add AdBlue ®
» page 277 .
AdBlue ®
fault
  Illumi-
nates
Error: AdBlue (DEF). No engine start in ...ADBLUE (DEF) ERROR NO START IN …
40Operation

There is a fault in the AdBlue®
system.
The value in the display indicates the distance to travel, after which no engine
restart is possible.
▶ Seek help from a specialist garage.  Illumi-
nates
Error: AdBlue (DEF). Engine start no longer possible.ADD ADBLUE (DEF) RESTART DISABLED
There is an error in the AdBlue ®
system, engine start is not possible.
▶ Seek help from a specialist garage.
 Lamp failure
Read and observe
on page 34 first.

 illuminates – one of the lamps is faulty.
A message will appear in the display about the affected lamp.
 Diesel particle filter (diesel)
Read and observe
on page 34 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.

 illuminates – the filter is clogged with soot.
To clean the filter, and where traffic conditions permit »
, drive as follows for
at least 15 minutes or until the indicator light  goes out.
4th or 5th gear engaged (automatic gearbox: position D / S).
Vehicle speed at least 70 km/h.
Engine speed between 1800 - 2500 rpm.
If the filter is properly cleaned, the warning light  extinguishes.
If the filter is not properly cleaned, the warning light  does not go out and
the warning light  begins to flash.
▶ You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.
WARNING■ Always adjust the speed and driving style to the actual weather, road, ter-
rain and traffic conditions.■
The diesel particulate filter reaches very high temperatures - there is a
fire hazard and serious injury could be caused. Therefore, never stop the
vehicle at places where the underside of your vehicle can come into contact
with flammable materials, such as dry grass, undergrowth, leaves, spilled
fuel or the like.
CAUTION
■ As long as the warning light  illuminates, one must take into account an
increased fuel consumption and a power reduction of the engine.■
Using diesel fuel with an increased sulphur content can considerably reduce
the life of the diesel particle filter. A ŠKODA partner will be able to tell you
which countries use diesel fuel with a high sulphur content.
Note
We encourage you to avoid constant short journeys. This will improve the com-
bustion process of the soot particles in the diesel particulate filter.
 Windscreen washer fluid level
Read and observe
on page 34 first.

 illuminates – the windscreen washer fluid level is too low.
▶ Top up the windscreen washer fluid » page 280.
 High-beam assistant
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
 illuminates – the high beam assistant is activated
» page 68, Light Assist .
  START-STOPsystem
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
The warning lights 
 indicate the status of the START STOP system
» page 204 .
41Instruments and warning lights

Display of a low temperatureRead and observe
on page 34 first.
 illuminates – the outside temperature is below +4 °C.
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.
 Water in the fuel filter (diesel engine)
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
The fuel filter with water separator, filters out dirt and water from the fuel.
If too much water is present in the separator, the following information ap-
pears on the instrument cluster display.
The warning light  is only shown in the MAXI DOTdisplay.

 Illumi-
nates
Water in fuel filter. Log book!WATER IN FUEL FILTER
▶ You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.
   Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
The warning lights 

 indicate the condition of the ACC system
» page 243 .
Front Assist
Read and observe
on page 34 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 248.
 Front assist
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
 
Illuminates
▶ Front Assist has recognised the risk of a collision or automatically triggered
an emergency braking manoeuvre » page 248.
▶ An automatic deactivation of Front Assist took place with ESC Sport activa-
ted » page 216 and with ASR activated » page 217.
▶ Front Assist is currently not available » page 251.
 with the lettering 

illuminates- Front Assist is deactivated. » page 250
 Economy mode
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
 illuminates - the vehicle is in economy mode due to the intervention of the
active cylinder management or due to the neutral position of the automatic
gearbox.
  OFF ROAD mode
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
 illuminates - the OFF ROAD mode is enabled.
 illuminates - the hill descent assistant is activated.
 flashes (stronger) – the hill descent assistant is engaged at the moment.
 Adaptive Chassis Control (DCC)
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
The warning light  is only shown in the MAXI DOTdisplay.

 illuminates – there is a DCC fault.
▶ You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.
42Operation

Door alarm
Eco tips
Service interval display
Outside temperature
Cruise control / 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)
Cruise control / speed limiter
Service interval display
Information messages
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. 25 on page 44 .
Setting the clock
Fig. 25
Button in the instrument cluster
45678910›Switch on the ignition.›Press and hold the buttonA
» Fig. 25 until the
time
is shown in the display.›
Release the button
A
and the system switches to the hour setting function.
›
Press the button
A
again and set the hours.
›
Wait 4 seconds, the system switches to the minutes setting.
›
Press the button
A
again and set the minutes.
›
Wait 4 seconds, the system switches to the initial setting.
The time can also be adjusted in Infotainment by tapping 

→ 
→
Time anddate
.
Gear recommendation
Fig. 26
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. 26
Optimal gear engaged
Gear recommendation (e.g. 

 means that it is advantageous to switch
from 3rd to 4th 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, such as overtaking.44Operation

Unlocking and opening
Unlocking and locking
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Unlocking/locking with the remote control key
52
Remove KESSY emergency key
53
Locking / unlocking - KESSY
53
Locking/unlocking the vehicle with the central locking button
54
SafeLock
54
Individual settings
54
Opening / closing door
55
Door edge protection
55
Child safety lock
56
Malfunctions
57
The vehicle is equipped with a central locking system which makes it possible
to unlock / lock all the doors, the fuel filler flap and boot lid simultaneously.
The door unlocking can be adjusted individually » page 54.
The unlocking of the vehicle is displayed by the turn signal lights flashing
twice.
If you unlock the vehicle and do not open a door or the boot lid within the next
45 seconds, the vehicle will lock again automatically.
The locking of the vehicle is displayed by the turn signal lights flashing once.
If the driver's door has been opened, the vehicle cannot be locked.
If the doors or the boot lid remain open after the vehicle has been locked, the turn signal lights do not flash until they have been closed.
WARNING■ Never leave the key in the vehicle when you exit the vehicle. Unauthor-
ized persons (e.g. children) could lock the car, turn on the ignition or start
the engine - there is a danger of injury and accidents!■
When leaving the vehicle, never leave people who are not completely in-
dependent, such as children, unattended in the vehicle. These individuals
might not be able to leave the vehicle on their own or to help themselves.
Can be fatal at very high or very low temperatures!
CAUTION
■ Each key contains electronic components; therefore it must be protected
against moisture and severe shocks.■
Keep the keyway clean. Impurities (textile fibres, dust etc.) have a negative
effect on the functionality of the locking cylinder and ignition lock.
Unlocking/locking with the remote control key
Fig. 34
Key with fold/out key bit/KESSY key
Read and observe
and on page 52 first.
Description of the key » Fig. 34
Unlock button
Lock button
Depending on equipment fitted:
▶ Unlock/unlatch the boot lid (vehicles fitted with manual folding opera-
tion)
▶ Open/close/ the boot lid Stop movement of the boot lid (vehicles with
electric folding operation) 
52Operation

Option 3 - switching on/off (by pressing relevant switch) » Fig. 60
 Reading lamp left
 Reading lamp right
The rear lighting (variants 1 and 3) is controlled together with the automatic
operation of the lighting from the front seats. ▶ When the front interior lighting is switched on, the rear interior lighting also
turns on automatically.
▶ When the front interior lighting is switched off, the rear interior lighting can
be turned on/off as required.
Ambient lighting
Fig. 61
Setting the ambient lighting
The ambient lighting illuminates the side door trim panels in colour, sand the
footwell in white.
The switching on of the lighting takes place automatically after opening the
door, switching off occurs automatically after the locking of the vehicle or 30
seconds after the closing of the door with the ignition switched off.
The ambient lighting can be adjusted in the Infotainment menu 

→

→
Interior lighting
.
Description of the function surfaces » Fig. 61
Enable / disable the background lighting
Activating of the brightness setting for all areas at the same time
Activating the brightness controls for the door area
Activating of the brightness setting for the footwell area only in white
Choice of colour options / brightness adjustment
Function surfaces for selecting lighting colour / brightness adjustment
To display
B
,
C
, and
D
, tap the function surface .
DABCDEFNoteThe adjustment of the ambient lighting is stored (depending on the Infotain-
ment type) in the active user account personalisation » page 50.
Viisibility
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Windscreen and rear window heater
72
Front sun visor
73
Sunshade in the rear doors
73WARNINGNo objects should be attached to the sun visors, which could limit the view
or endanger the vehicle occupants during sudden braking or should the ve-
hicle collide.
Windscreen and rear window heater
Fig. 62
Buttons for the front and rear window heater: Climatronic / man-
ual air conditioning
Read and observe
on page 72 first.
The heating for quick defrosting and ventilation of the front /and rear window.
The heating only works when the engine is running. 
72Operation

Buttons for the heating (depending on vehicle equipment) » Fig. 62
Switch on/off the rear window heater
Switching the windscreen heater on/off
When the heating is switched on, a light illuminates inside or below the but-
ton.
The heating automatically switches off after ten minutes.
If the engine is switched off when the heating is on and turned back on again
within 10 minutes, the heating is continued.
Note
■ If the on-board voltage decreases, the heating switches off automatically
» page 283 , Automatic consumer shutdown - Discharge protection of the vehi-
cle battery .■
If the lighting inside or below the button flashes, the heater will not work be-
cause of the low charge of the battery.
■
If the Climatronic recognises that the windshield could fog up, the windshield
heating is automatically switched on. This function can be activated / deactiva-
ted on the Climatronic control panel menu 

→ 
.
Front sun visor
Fig. 63
Fold down flap / flip up flap / make-up mirror and parking permit
holder
Read and observe
on page 72 first.
Operation and description of the sun visor » Fig. 63
Swivel the visor towards the windscreen
Swivel cover towards the door
12Make-up mirror with cover (the cover can be pushed in the direction of the
arrow)
Light (turns on when the cover of the make-up mirror is pushed to one
side)
Parking ticket holder
Sunshade in the rear doors
Fig. 64
Sun blind on the rear door
Read and observe
on page 72 first.
›
To roll down , pull out the sunshade by the handle
A
in direction of arrow
1
and suspend in the holder
B
on top edge of the door in the direction of ar-
row
2
» Fig. 64 .
›
To roll up , hold the sunshade by the handle
A
and remove it from the holder
B
against the direction of arrow
2
» Fig. 64 . Hold the sunshade so that this
can slowly roll back in without damaging.
Windscreen wipers and washers
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Front wipers and washers
74
Rear wipers and washers / reversing camera cleaning system
75
Headlight cleaning system
75
The windscreen wipers and the wash system only operate if the ignition is
switched on and the bonnet and boot are closed. 
ABC73Lights and visibility