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Table of Contents
Materials defect liability and ŠKODA warranty for
new cars5
Mobility warranty and ŠKODA extended
warranty
6
Abbreviations
Using the system
Cockpit
9
Overview
8
Instruments and Indicator Lights
10
Instrument cluster
10
Indicator lights
14
Information system
22
Driver information system
22
Multifunction display (MFD)
25
MAXI DOT display
27
Service interval display
28
Unlocking and opening
31
Unlocking and locking
31
Anti-theft alarm system
36
Luggage compartment lid
37
Electrical power windows
38
Lights and visibility
41
Lights
41
Interior lighting
45
Visibility
46
Windscreen wipers and washers
48
Rear mirror
49Seats and useful equipment52Adjusting the seats52
Seat features
54
Practical equipment
56
Luggage compartment
64
Variable loading floor in the luggage
compartment (Rapid Spaceback)
70
Roof rack system
74
Heating and air-conditioning
76
Heating, ventilation, cooling
76
Heating
77
Air conditioning system (manual air conditioning system)
79
Climatronic (automatic air conditioning
system)
82
Communication and multimedia
85
Universal telephone installation GSM II
85
Voice control
90
Multimedia
92
Driving
Starting-off and Driving
96
Steering
96
Starting and stopping the engine
97
Brakes
99
Manual gear changing and pedals
101
Automatic transmission
101
Running in
104
Economical driving and environmental
sustainability
105
Avoiding damage to your vehicle
109
Driving abroad
110
Assist systems
111
Brake assist systems
111
Parking aid
113Cruise Control System114START-STOP116
Towing a trailer
119
Towing device
119
Trailer
123
Safety
Passive Safety
126
General information
126
Correct seated position
127
Seat belts
130
Using seat belts
130
Inertia reels and belt tensioners
133
Airbag system
135
Description of the airbag system
135
Airbag overview
136
Deactivating airbags
139
Transporting children safely
142
Child seat
142
Fastening systems
145
General Maintenance
Vehicle care
147
Service intervals
147
Service work, adjustments and technical alterations
149
Washing your car
152
Taking care of your vehicle exterior
153
Taking care of the interior
157
Inspecting and replenishing
160
Fuel
160
Engine compartment
162
Engine oil
166
Coolant
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Brake fluid170Vehicle battery171
Wheels
175
Tyres and wheel rims
175
Winter operation
180
Do-it-yourself
Emergency equipment and self-help
182
Emergency equipment
182
Changing a wheel
184
Tyre repair
187
Jump-starting
189
Towing the vehicle
191
Remote control
193
Emergency unlocking/locking
194
Replacing windscreen wiper blades
195
Fuses and light bulbs
197
Fuses
197
Bulbs
200
Technical data
Technical data
207
Vehicle data
207
Index
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Using the system
Cockpit
OverviewElectrical power windows
39
Door opening lever
35
Electric exterior mirror adjustment
50
Air outlet vents
76
Parking ticket holder
56
Operating lever:
› Turn signal light, headlight and parking light, headlight flasher
43
›
Speed regulating system
114
Steering wheel:
› With horn
› With driver’s front airbag
137
›with pushbuttons for radio, navigation system and mobile
phone
85
› with buttons for the operation of the information system
22
Instrument cluster
10
Operating lever:
› Windscreen wiper and wash system
49
›
Information system
22
Air outlets in the central part of the dash panel
76
Depending on equipment fitted:
› Radio
› Navigation system
Button for hazard warning light system
44
Warning light for the deactivated front seat passenger airbag
140
Interior rear-view mirror
50
Key switch for switching off the passenger airbag (in front passen-
ger storage compartment)
140
Front passenger airbag
137
Storage compartment on the front passenger side
63
Air outlet vents
76123456789101112131415161718Power window in the front passenger door38Door opening lever35
Light switch and headlight beam control (on the dash panel)
41, 41
Bonnet release lever
164
Fuse box in the dashboard
197
Lever for adjusting the steering wheel
96
Ignition lock
98
Pedals
101
Bar with keys depending on the equipment fitted:
›
Seat heater on the front left seat
54
›
TCS
111
›
Central locking system
34
›
Rear window heater
47
›
START STOP
116
›
Seat heater on the front right seat
54
Depending on equipment fitted:
› Gearshift lever (manual gearbox)
101
›Selector lever (automatic gearbox)
102
Handbrake lever
100
Depending on equipment fitted:
› Cup holder
58
›
Multimedia holder
61
›Ashtrays
59
Storage compartment
58
Depending on equipment fitted:
› Operating controls for the heating
77
›
Operating controls for the air conditioning system
79
›Operating controls for Climatronic
82
Note
The position of some of the controls on right-hand drive models may differ from
that shown in » Fig. 1. The symbols on the controls and switches are the same as
for left-hand drive models.19202122232425262728293031329Cockpit
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do not continue to drive! Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and wait until
the icon goes out – risk of gearbox damage! You can continue your journey as
soon as the symbol disappears.WARNINGIf you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis- tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and switch on the hazard warning
lights » page 44 . The warning triangle must be set up at the prescribed dis-
tance - observe the national legal provisions when doing so.
Note
■ If the MAXI DOT display shows warning messages, these messages must be
confirmed in order to access the main menu » page 22, Using the information
system .■
As long as the operational faults are not rectified, the symbols are always indi-
cated again. After they are displayed for the first time, the symbols continue to be
indicated without any extra messages for the driver.
Indicator lights
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Handbrake
14
Brake system
15
Seat belt warning light
15
Generator
15
Open door
15
Engine Oil
16
Coolant
16
Power steering
17
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
17
Traction Control System (ASR)
17
Antilock brake system (ABS)
18
Rear fog light
18
Bulb failure
18 Exhaust inspection system18 Glow plug system (diesel engine)18
Engine performance check (petrol engine)
19
Diesel particle filter (diesel engine)
19
Fuel reserve
19
Airbag system
20
Tyre inflation pressure
20
Windscreen washer fluid level
20
Turn signal system
20
Fog lights
21
Cruise control system
21
Selector lever lock
21
Main beam
21
The indicator lights show the current status of certain functions/faults and may
be accompanied by audible signals.
WARNING■ Ignoring illuminated indicator lights and related messages or instructions in
the instrument cluster display may lead to serious personal injury or damage
to the vehicle.■
If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and switch on the hazard warning
lights » page 44 . The warning triangle must be set up at the prescribed dis-
tance - observe the national legal provisions when doing so.
■
The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. The following
warning notes must be followed at all times when working in the engine com-
partment » page 162 , Engine compartment .
Handbrake
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
The warning light
comes on if the handbrake is applied.
An acoustic signal will sound if you drive the vehicle above 6 km/h for at least 3
seconds while the handbrake is applied.
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The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display.Release parking brake!
Brake system
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
The indicator light illuminates 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 170 .
WARNING■
If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and switch on the hazard warning
lights » page 44 . The warning triangle must be set up at the prescribed dis-
tance - observe the national legal provisions when doing so.■
The following guidelines should be observed when opening the bonnet and
checking the brake fluid level » page 162, Engine compartment .
■
If the warning light is displayed simultaneously with warning light
» page 18 , Antilock brake system (ABS) , do not continue your jour-
ney! Seek help from a specialist garage.
■
A fault to the ABS system or the braking system can increase the vehicle's
braking distance – risk of accident!
Seat belt warning light
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 14.
The indicator light
comes on after the ignition is switched on as a reminder for
the driver and front passenger to fasten the seat belt.
The indicator light
goes out if the driver or front passenger has fastened their
seat belt.
If the driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt and the vehicle
speed exceeds 20 km/h, the indicator light flashes and you will hear an acoustic
signal.
If the seat belt is not fastened by the driver or front passenger during the next
90 seconds, the warning signal is deactivated and the indicator light lights up
permanently.
Generator
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 14.
If the warning light lights up
when the engine is running, the vehicle battery is
not being charged.
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately. The electrical system re- quires checking.
WARNINGIf you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and switch on the hazard warning lights » page 44 . The warning triangle must be set up at the prescribed dis-
tance - observe the national legal provisions when doing so.
CAUTION
If the indicator light (cooling system fault) lights up in addition to the indica-
tor light while driving, do not continue driving! Stop the engine - there is a risk
of engine damage!
Open door
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
The warning light
comes on if one or several doors are opened or if the boot lid
is opened.
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Antilock brake system (ABS)First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 14.
If the warning light lights up, there is a fault in the ABS.
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 assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
WARNING■ If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and switch on the hazard warning
lights » page 44 . The warning triangle must be set up at the prescribed dis-
tance - observe the national legal provisions when doing so.■
If the warning light » page 15 is displayed together with warning light
do not continue your journey! Seek help from a specialist garage.
■
A fault to the ABS system or the braking system can increase the vehicle's
braking distance – risk of accident!
Rear fog light
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
The indicator light
comes on when the rear fog light is switched on.
For further information, see » page 44.
Bulb failure
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 14.
The indicator light lights up if a bulb is faulty.
The indicator light lights up within a few seconds after switching on the igni-
tion or when a light with a faulty bulb is switched on.
The following message, for example, may be shown in the MAXI DOT display. INFORMATION Check front right low beam!
The rear side lights and the licence plate lighting have several light bulbs. The in-
dicator light
only lights up if all bulbs in the parking light (in one rear light) or
the licence plate lighting are faulty 1)
. For this reason, regular check that these
light bulbs are working correctly.
Exhaust inspection system
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
If the warning light
lights up, there is a fault in the exhaust inspection system.
The system allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
Glow plug system (diesel engine)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 14.
The indicator light
lights up after the ignition has been switched on. Once the
light has gone out, the engine can be started immediately.
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 system allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.
1)
Applies to vehicles with START-STOP system.
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Fog lightsFirst read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
The indicator light lights up when the fog lights are switched on.
For further information, see » page 43.
Cruise control system
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
The indicator light
lights up when the cruise control system is active.
For further information, see » page 114.
Selector lever lock
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
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 103 .
Main beam
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 14.
The indicator light
lights up when the main beam or headlamp flasher is
switched on.
For further information, see » page 43.
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Seats and useful equipment
Adjusting the seats
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Adjusting the front seats
53
Head restraints
53
The driver's seat should be adjusted in such a way that the pedals can be fully
pressed to the floor with slightly bent legs.
The seat backrest on the driver's seat should be adjusted in such a way that the
upper point of the steering wheel can be easily reached with slightly bent arms.
Correct adjustment of the seats is particularly important for the following: › Reaching the controls safely and quickly,
› A relaxed and fatigue-free body position.
› Achieving the maximum protection offered by the seat belts and the airbag
system.
WARNINGGeneral information■Caution when adjusting the seat! You may suffer injuries or bruises as a re-
sult of adjusting the seat without paying proper attention.■
The seat backrests must not be tilted too far back when driving, as this will
impair the function of the seat belts and of the airbag system – risk of injury!
■
Never carry more people than the number of seats in the vehicle.
■
Each occupant must correctly fasten the seat belt belonging to the seat.
Children must be fastened » page 142, Transporting children safely with a
suitable restraint system.
■
The front seats and head restraints must be adjusted to match the body
size at all times and the seat belt must always be fastened properly to provide
the most effective levels of protection to the passengers.
■
Do not carry any objects on the front passenger seat, except objects de-
signed for this purpose (e.g. child seats) – risk of accident!
WARNINGInformation for the driver■Only adjust the driver's seat when the vehicle is stationary – risk of accident!■
Maintain a distance of at least 25 cm to the steering wheel. Not maintaining
this minimum distance will mean that the airbag system will not be able to
properly protect you - hazard!
■
Ensure that there are no objects in the driver's footwell, as these may get
caught in the pedal apparatus when driving or braking » page 101. You would
then no longer be able to operate the clutch, brake or accelerate.
WARNINGInformation for the front passenger■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 proper-
ly protect you – risk to life!■
Always keep your feet in the footwell when the car is being driven – never
place your feet on the dash panel, out of the window or on the surfaces of the
seats. You will be exposed to increased risk of injury when braking or in the
event of an accident. If an airbag is deployed, you may suffer fatal injuries
when adopting an incorrect seated position!
Note
After a certain time, play can develop within the adjustment mechanism of the
backrest angle.
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Folding backwards›If you removed the head restraint, you need to reinsert it with the backrest til-ted slightly forwards.›
Then push the seat backrest back into the upright position until the locking but-
ton
B
clicks into place – check by pulling on the seat backrest » .
›
Make sure that the red pin
C
is hidden.
WARNING■
The belts and the belt locks must be in their original position after folding
back the seat backrests – they must be ready to use.■
The seat backrests must be securely locked in position so that no objects in
the luggage compartment can slide into the passenger compartment on sud- den braking – risk of injury.
■
Ensure that the rear seat backrests are properly engaged. Only then can the
seat belt for the middle seat reliably fulfil its function.
CAUTION
Ensure that the seat belts are not damaged when operating the seat backrests. Under no circumstances must the rear seat belts be jammed by the folded back
seat backrests.
Practical equipment
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Car park ticket holder
56
Storage compartments in the doors
57
Holder for reflective vest
57
Storage compartments in centre console
58
Cup holders
58
Cigarette lighter
59
Ashtray
59
12-volt power outlet
60
Waste container
60
Multimedia holder
61
Storage compartment in the front arm rest
62Glasses storage box62Storage compartment on the passenger side63
Clothes hook
63
Storage pockets on the front seats
64
Meshed pockets on the front seat backrests
64WARNING■ Do not place anything on the dash panel. These objects might slide or fall
down when driving (when accelerating or cornering) and may distract you
from concentrating on the traffic – there is the risk of an accident.■
When driving, ensure that no objects from the centre console or from other
storage compartments can get into the driver's footwell. You would then no
longer be able to apply the brakes or operate the clutch or accelerator pedal –
risk of accident!
■
No objects should be placed in the storage compartments nor in the drinks
holders; the vehicle occupants could be endangered if there is sudden braking
or the vehicle collides with something.
■
Ash and cigarette or cigar stubs must only be discarded in ashtrays!
Car park ticket holder
Fig. 42
Parking ticket holder
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 56.
The note holder is designed e.g. for attaching car park tickets.
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Power steeringFirst read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 96.
The power steering enables you to steer the vehicle with less physical force.
The power steering only works when the engine is running. It is still fully possible to steer the vehicle if the power steering fails or if the en-gine is not running (e.g. when towing). However, greater physical effort is re-
quired to turn the steering wheel.
Starting and stopping the engine
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Electronic immobiliser
98
Ignition switch
98
Starting the engine
98
Switching off the engine
99
The engine can only be started using a correctly coded original key. The engine running noises may louder at first be louder for a short time afterstarting the cold engine. This is quite normal and is not an operating problem.
WARNING■ When driving without the engine running, the ignition key must always be in
the position 2 » Fig. 90 on page 98 (ignition switched on). This position is
indicated by the illumination of certain indicator lights in the instrument clus-
ter. ■ If the key is not in position 2
, this could lead to unexpected the steering
locking - risk of accident!
■
Only pull the ignition key from the ignition lock when the vehicle has come
to a complete stop (by applying the handbrake). Otherwise, the steering could
be blocked – risk of accident!
WARNING (Continued)■ When leaving the vehicle, the ignition must always be removed. This is par-
ticularly important if children are left in the vehicle. Children could otherwise
start the engine for example – risk of accident or injury!■
Never leave the vehicle unattended with the engine running.
■
Never switch off the engine before the vehicle is stationary – risk of acci-
dent!
WARNING■ Never leave the engine running in unventilated or closed rooms. The ex-
haust gases from the engine contain substances such as odourless and col-
ourless carbon monoxide (a poisonous gas) – risk to life! ■ Carbon monoxide can cause unconsciousness and death.
CAUTION
■The starter must only be operated when the engine is not running and the vehi-
cle is at a standstill. The starter or engine may be damaged if the starter is activa- ted when the engine is running 3
» Fig. 90 on page 98.
■
Do not tow start the engine – there is a risk of damaging the engine and the
catalytic converter. The battery from another vehicle can be used as a jump-start
aid » page 189 , Jump-starting .
CAUTION
■
Avoid high engine revolutions, full throttle and high engine loads before the en-
gine has reached its operating temperature – risk of damaging the engine!■
Do not switch the engine off immediately at the end of your journey after the
engine has been operated over a prolonged period at high loads but leave it to
run at an idling speed for about 1 minute. This prevents any possible accumulation
of heat when the engine is switched off.
For the sake of the environment
Do not warm up the engine while the vehicle is stationary. If possible, start your
journey as soon as the engine has started. Through this the engine reaches its
operating temperature more rapidly and the pollutant emissions are lower. 97Starting-off and Driving