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Terms used
The on-board literature contains the following terms relating to the service work for your vehicle.
› “Specialist garage” - a company that carries out specialist service tasks for
ŠKODA vehicles. A specialist can be a ŠKODA Partner, a ŠKODA Service Partner,
or an independent workshop.
› “ŠKODA Service Partner” - A workshop that has been contractually authorized
by the manufacturer ŠKODA AUTO a.s. or its sales partner to perform service
tasks on ŠKODA vehicles and to sell ŠKODA Genuine Parts.
› “ŠKODA Partner” - A company that has been authorized by the manufacturer
ŠKODA AUTO a.s. or its sales partner to sell new ŠKODA vehicles and, when ap-
plicable, to service them using ŠKODA Genuine Parts and to sell ŠKODA Genuine
Parts.
Owner's Manual
These operating instructions apply to all body variants of the vehicle and to all
related models.
This Owner's Manual describes all possible equipment variants without identify-
ing them as special equipment, model variants or market-dependent equipment.
Consequently, your vehicle does not need to contain all of the equipment com-
ponents described in this Owner's Manual.
The level of equipment in your vehicle refers to your purchase contract for the ve-
hicle. More information is available from the ŠKODA Partner from whom you
bought the vehicle.
The illustrations can differ in minor details from your vehicle; they are only inten-
ded for general information.
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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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Materials defect liability and ŠKODAwarranty for new cars
Materials defect liability
Your ŠKODA Partner, as a vendor, is liable to you for material damage to your new ŠKODA car, ŠKODA Genuine Parts or ŠKODA Genuine Accessories in accordance
with statutory regulations and the purchase agreement.
ŠKODA warranty for new cars
As well as the materials defect liability, ŠKODA AUTO a.s. grants you the ŠKODA
warranty for new cars (hereinafter referred to as “ŠKODA warranty),” according to
the conditions described below.
As part of the ŠKODA warranty, ŠKODA AUTO a.s. will guarantee the following
services:
› Repair of damage to your vehicle that occurs within two years from the start of
the ŠKODA warranty;
› Repair of paint damage to your vehicle that occurs within three years from the
start of the ŠKODA warranty;
› Repair of rust perforation to the bodywork of your vehicle that occurs within
twelve years from the start of the warranty. Only rust perforation of body
sheets from the inside to the outside is included in the definition of rust perfo-
ration to bodywork and covered by the ŠKODA warranty.
The warranty starts on the date on which the original purchaser acquires the ve- hicle upon purchasing it from the ŠKODA Partner or the date of first registration.
Whichever event occurs first and is recorded by the ŠKODA Partner in the service
schedule accordingly is the one that applies.
Repairs may be carried out either by replacing the faulty part or by restoring it.
Replaced parts become the property of the ŠKODA Service Partner.
There shall be no further claims arising from the ŠKODA warranty. In particular,
there shall be no claims for replacement, cancellation, provision of a courtesy ve-
hicle for the duration of repairs or compensation for damages.
If your ŠKODA vehicle was purchased from a ŠKODA Partner in a country of the
European Economic Area (i.e. the countries of the European Union, Norway, Ice-
land and Liechtenstein) or in Switzerland, claims arising from the ŠKODA warranty
must also be made through a ŠKODA Service Partner in one of these countries.If your ŠKODA vehicle was purchased from a ŠKODA Partner outside the European Economic Area and Switzerland, claims arising from the ŠKODA warranty must al-
so be made through a ŠKODA Service Partner outside the European EconomicArea and Switzerland.
One of the conditions for service from the ŠKODA warranty is that all service work has been carried out in a timely and adequate manner and in accordance with the
manufacturer's provisions. It must be proven that service work has been carried
out properly and in accordance with the manufacturer's provisions when raising a
claim from the ŠKODA warranty. In the event of a missed service or failure to carry
out a service according to the manufacturer's provisions, you may still be entitled
to warranty claims as long as you can prove that the missed service or the failure
to carry out a service according to the manufacturer's provisions was not the
cause of the fault.
Natural wear and tear to your vehicle is not covered by the ŠKODA warranty. The ŠKODA warranty also does not cover faults to bodywork, installations or conver-
sions provided by third-parties, or vehicle faults caused as a result. The same ap-
plies to accessories that are not factory installed and/or delivered.
In addition, this warranty does not apply if the fault was caused by one of the fol-lowing:
› Unauthorized use, improper handling (e.g. use in racing competitions or over-
loading), improper care and maintenance or unapproved modification to your
vehicle;
› Non-compliance with provisions in the service schedule and the Owner's Man-
ual or other factory-supplied instructions;
› External causes or influences (e.g. accidents, hail, flooding etc.);
› Parts fitted on or in the vehicle, whose use has not been approved by ŠKODA
AUTO a.s., or modification of the vehicle in a manner not approved by ŠKODA
AUTO a.s. (e.g. tuning);
› Damage caused by you that was not immediately seen to by a specialist garage
or was not rectified properly.
It is the customer's responsibility to prove that it was not the cause.
This ŠKODA warranty does not affect the purchaser's statutory rights from mate- rials defect liability from the vehicle vendor and other potential claims from prod-
uct liability laws.
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Mobility warranty and ŠKODA extendedwarranty
Mobility warranty
The mobility warranty provides a sense of security when travelling in your vehicle.
As part of the mobility warranty, if your car breaks down when you are on the
move as a result of an unexpected fault, you can access services to ensure your
continued mobility. These services include the following: Breakdown service at
the breakdown location and towing to the ŠKODA Service Partner, technical as-
sistance by phone or on-site operation.
If your vehicle is not repaired on the same day, the ŠKODA Service Partner may
provide further services as required, such as replacement transportation (bus,
train etc.) or a courtesy vehicle etc.
More information regarding terms and conditions for the provision of a mobility
warranty for your vehicle can be obtained from your ŠKODA Partner. They will also
provide you with detailed terms and conditions for the mobility warranty with re-
spect to your vehicle. In the event that there is no mobility warranty coverage
available for your vehicle, you should check with any ŠKODA Service Partnerabout the possibility of a subsequent agreement.
Note
The mobility warranty is only available for some countries.
Optional ŠKODA extended warranty
If you received a ŠKODA extended warranty when purchasing your new car, the
two-year ŠKODA warranty for damages to your ŠKODA vehicle will be extended to your chosen duration or until the specified mileage limit has been reached, which-
ever occurs first.
The previously mentioned paint warranty and the warranty against rust perfora-
tion are unaffected by the extended warranty.
Detailed conditions for the extended warranty are included in the extended war- ranty terms and conditions, which your ŠKODA Partner will have given to you
upon purchasing your new car.
NoteThe mobility warranty and optional ŠKODA extended warranty are only available
for some countries.
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Instruments and Indicator Lights
Instrument cluster
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Overview
10
Revolution counter
11
Display
11
Speedometer
11
Coolant temperature gauge
11
Fuel gauge
12
Counter for distance driven
12
Digital clock
13
Display of the second speed
13
Auto Check Control
13
When the ignition is on, the instrument cluster is illuminated 1)
.
Fault display
If there is a fault in the instrument cluster, the Error message will appear in the
display. Have the fault rectified as soon as possible by a specialist garage.
WARNING■ Concentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver you are fully re-
sponsible for road safety.■
Never operate the controls in the instrument cluster while driving, only
when the vehicle is stationary!
OverviewFig. 2
Instrument cluster
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 10.
Revolutions counter with warning lights » page 11
Display » page 11 :
› With counter for distance driven
» page 12
› With service interval display
» page 28
› With digital clock
» page 13
› with multifunction display (MFA)
» page 25
› With information system
» page 22
Speedometer with warning lights » page 11
Coolant temperature gauge 1)
» page 11
Button for display mode:
› Setting the hours/minutes
» page 13
› Enable/disable the display of the second speed 2)
» page 13
› Service intervals - Display of the number of days and kilometres remaining
until the next service 2)
» page 28
123451)
Applies to vehicles using the MAXI DOT display.
2)
Applies to vehicles with a segment display.
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Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
Engine performance check (petrol engine)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 engine control. The system
allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
Diesel particle filter (diesel engine)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
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 reg-
ular basis.
If the indicator light
lights up, soot has accumulated in the filter.
To clean the filter, and where traffic conditions permit »
, drive as follows for at
least 15 minutes or until the indicator light
goes out.
› 4 or 5 Gear engaged (automatic transmission: position S).
› Vehicle speed at least 70 km/h.
› Engine speed between 1800-2500 rpm.
If the filter is properly cleaned, the warning icon
goes out.
If the filter is not properly cleaned, the warning light
does not go out and the
warning light
begins to flash.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Diesel particulate filter: Log book!
The system allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode. After switching the ig-
nition off and on again the indicator light, the indicator light
also lights up.
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
WARNING■ The diesel particle filter achieves very high temperatures. Therefore do not
park in areas where the hot filter can come into direct contact with dry grass
or other combustible materials – there is the risk of fire!■
Always adjust your speed to suit weather, road, region and traffic condi-
tions. The recommendations indicated by the warning light must not tempt
you to disregard the national regulations for road traffic.
CAUTION
■ As long as the warning light lights up, one must take into account an in-
creased fuel consumption and in certain circumstances a power reduction of the
engine.■
Using diesel fuel with increased sulphur content can significantly reduce the
service life of the diesel particle filter. A ŠKODA Partner will be able to tell you
which countries use diesel fuel with increased sulphur content.
Note
■ To assist the combustion process of the soot particles in the filter, we recom-
mend that regularly driving short distances be avoided.■
If the engine is turned off during the filter cleaning process or shortly after-
wards, the cooling fan may turn on automatically for a few minutes.
Fuel reserve
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 14.
The indicator light will come on if the fuel level is less than 7 litres.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Please refuel. Range: ... km
Note
The text in the display goes out only after refuelling and driving a short distance.
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Information system
Driver information system
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Using the information system
22
Ice warning
23
Gear recommendation
24
Door, boot or engine compartment warning
24
Compass point display
24
The information system provides the driver with alerts and messages about in-
dividual vehicle systems. This information and advice is shown in the instrument
cluster display or indicated by the illumination of the corresponding indicator light in the instrument cluster.
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the information system provides the fol-
lowing advice and information.
› Ice warning
» page 23.
› Recommended gear
» page 24.
› Door, boot lid or bonnet warning
» page 24.
› Compass display
» page 24.
› Data relating to the multi-function display (MFD)
» page 25.
› Warning against excessive speed
» page 27.
› Data relating to the Maxi DOT display
» page 27.
› Service interval display
» page 28.
› Auto Check Control
» page 13.
› Selector lever positions for an automatic gearbox
» page 102.WARNINGConcentrate fully on your driving at all times! As the driver, you are fully re-
sponsible for the operation of your vehicle.
Using the information system
Fig. 7
Buttons/adjustment wheel: on the operating lever/on the multifunc-
tion steering wheel
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 22.
Some functions of the information system can be operated using the buttons on
the operating lever » Fig. 7 or on the multifunction steering wheel » Fig. 7.
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Main menuFirst read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 27.
Press and hold button
A
or
C
» Fig. 7 on page 22 to activate the MAIN MENU. By
briefly pressing the
C
button you will reach one level higher.
Main menu items
The following information can be selected (depending on the equipment installed in the vehicle).
■ MFD (Multifunction display) » page 25
■ Audio » Operating instructions for the radio
■ Navigation » Operating instructions for the navigation system
■ Phone » page 85 ;
■ Vehicle status » page 13
■ Settings » page 28
The Audio and Navigation menu items are only displayed when the factory-fitted
radio or navigation system is switched on.
Note
■ If warning messages are displayed, these messages must be verified to access
the main menu » page 22, Using the information system .■
If the display is not activated at that moment, the menu always shifts to one of
the higher levels after approx. 10 seconds.
■
Using the factory-fitted radio or navigation system » Radio operating instruc-
tions or» navigation system operating instructions .
Settings
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 27.
You can change certain settings by means of the MAXI DOT display. The current
menu item is shown in the top of the display under a line.
The following information can be selected (depending on the equipment installed in the vehicle).
Language
You can set the language for the display texts here.
MFD data
Activate or deactivate certain displays of the multifunction display here.
Time
The time, time format (12 or 24 hour indicator) and the changeover between sum- mer/winter time can be set here.
Winter tyres
Here, you can set the speed at which an audible signal should sound. This func- tion is, for example, used for winter tyres where the maximum permissible speed
is lower than the maximum speed of the vehicle » page 175, Tyres and wheel
rims .
The following message appears in the display if the speed limit is exceeded. Winter tyres: maximum ... km/h.
Units of measurement
The units for the temperature, consumption and distance driven can be set here.
Alt. speed dis.
Here, the display of the second speed in mph 1)
can be activated.
Service
Here you can have the remaining kilometres and days until the next service inter-
val displayed, and reset the Service Interval Display.
Factory setting
Here, the factory settings of the display can be restored.
Service interval display
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Prompt in the segment display
29
Prompt in the MAXI DOT display
29
1)
For models with the speedometer in mph, the second speed is displayed in km/h.
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Before the next service interval is reached, a message concerning the kilometres
and days remaining until the next service is due is shown for about 10 seconds
after the ignition is switched on. Alternatively, this information can be displayed
manually at any time if required.
The kilometre indicator or the days indicator reduces in steps of 100 km or, where
applicable, days until the service due date is reached.
Note
■ Information is retained in the Service Interval Display even after the vehicle bat-
tery is disconnected.■
If the instrument cluster is exchanged after a repair, the correct values must be
entered in the counter for the Service Interval Display. This work is carried out by a specialist garage.
■
In certain national versions, the displays appear with Imperial values.
■
For more information on the service intervals, see » page 147, Service intervals .
Prompt in the segment display
Fig. 10
Segment display: Example of a
message
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 28.
Explanation of graphic » Fig. 10
service interval due
Differentiating between types of service Days remaining until the next service interval
Kilometres remaining until the next service interval 1)
ABCDifferentiating between types of service
The service type is determined by the number in position A
» Fig. 10 .
Oil change service
Inspection
Service due
If a service becomes due, then the following information is displayed for about 10
seconds » Fig. 10 .
› The number
1 or 2 is displayed in position
A
.
› The symbol
and the number of days remaining until the next service interval
are displayed in position
B
.
› The symbol
and the number of kilometres remaining until the next service in-
terval are displayed in position
C
.
As soon as the due date for the service has been reached, the flashing icon
and the message OIL CHNG or INSPEC_ appear in the display for about 20 sec-
onds after the ignition has been switched on.
Display the days and distance until the next service interval
Press button
5
» Fig. 2 on page 10continuously at any time when the ignition is
switched on to display the remaining distance and days until the next service in- terval.
Information on the oil change service is displayed at first, followed by information
on the inspection when button
5
is pressed again.
› The number
1 or 2 is displayed in position
A
.
› The symbol
and the number of days remaining until the next service interval
are displayed in position
B
.
› The symbol
and the number of kilometres remaining until the next service in-
terval are displayed in position
C
.
Prompt in the MAXI DOT display
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 28.
Oil change service
If an oil change service is due, the following message appears: Oil change in ... km
or .... days.
1)
The kilometres remaining until the next service interval are displayed instead of the odometer.
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As soon as the service interval date has been reached, the message Oil change
now! appears once the ignition has been switched on.
Inspection
If an inspection is due, the following message appears: Inspection in ... km or ...
days.
As soon as the service interval date has been reached, the message Inspection
now! appears once the ignition has been switched on.
Displaying the distance and days until the next service interval You can view the remaining distance and days until the next service appointmentat any time when the ignition is switched on by going to the Settings menu
item » page 28 or from the vehicle status in the main menu of the Maxi DOTdis-
play. » page 28
The following message is displayed for 10 seconds. Oil change ... km / ... days
Inspection ... km / ... days
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