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The rear side lights and the licence plate lighting have several light bulbs. The
warning 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
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
If the warning light
illuminates , 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)
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
The warning light
illuminates after the ignition has been turned on. Once
the light has gone out, the engine can be started immediately.
If the warning light
does not illuminate or does not illuminate continuous-
ly , there is a fault in the glow plug system.
If the warning light begins
to flash while driving, while driving, a fault exists
in the engine control. The system allows the vehicle to run in emergency
mode.
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
Engine performance check (petrol engine)
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
If the warning light
illuminates , 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)
Read and observe
on page 30 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.
If the warning light
illuminates , rust 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.
4th or 5th gear engaged (automatic transmission: position S).
Vehicle speed at least 70 km/h.
Engine speed between 1,800-2,500 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
ignition off and on again the indicator light, the indicator light also
illumi-
nates .
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
WARNING■ 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 such like.■
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.
1)
Applies to vehicles with START-STOP system.
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CAUTION■As long as the warning light lights up, you must reckon with an increased
fuel consumption and in certain circumstances a power reduction of the en-
gine.■
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
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
The warning light
illuminates , if the fuel level is less than approx. 7 litres.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Please refuel. Range: ...km
CAUTION
Never drive until the fuel tank is completely empty! The irregular supply of fuel
can cause misfiring. This can result in considerable damage to parts of the en-
gine and the exhaust system.
Note
The text in the display goes out only after refuelling and driving a short dis-
tance.
Airbag system
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
If the warning light
illuminates , there is a fault in the airbag system.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Error: Airbag
The operational capability of the airbag system is monitored electronically, in- cluding when one of the airbags is switched off.
If a front, side or head airbag or belt tensioner has been switched off using
the vehicle system tester:
› The warning light
lights up for approx. 4 seconds after the ignition has
been turned on and the flashes for approximately another 12 seconds.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Airbag / belt tensioner deactivated.
If the air bag was switched off using the key-operated switch on the side of
the dash panel on the passenger side:
› The warning light
lights up lights up for approximately 4 seconds after the
ignition is switched on;
› Switched off airbags are indicated by the indicator light
in the
logo lighting up in the middle of the dash panel
» Fig. 12 on
page 18 .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 company.
Tyre inflation pressure
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
The warning light
lights up , if there is a substantial drop in inflation pres-
sure in one of the tyres.
›
Check and adjust the pressure in all tyres » page 142.
If the warning light
flashes , there may be a fault in the tyre pressure moni-
toring system.
›
Stop the car, turn the ignition off and on again.
If the warning light
flashes again after re-starting the engine, then the help
of a professional service provider must be sought immediately.
Further information » page 146, Setting .
Note
If the vehicle battery has been disconnected and then reconnected, the indica-
tor light comes on after switching on the ignition. If the warning light
does not go out after moving a short distance, this means there is an error in
the system. Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.35Instruments and Indicator Lights
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Windscreeen washer fluidRead and observe
on page 30 first.
If the windscreen washer fluid level is too low, the warning light
illumi-
nates .
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display.
Top up wash fluid!
Top up with liquid » page 134, Windscreen washer system .
Turn signal system
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
Either the left or the right
warning light
flashes depending on the position
of the turn signal lever.
If there is a fault in the turn signal system, the warning light flashes at twice
its normal rate.
Switching off the hazard warning light system is switched on will cause all of
the turn signal lights as well as both warning lights to flash.
Fog lights
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
The warning light
illuminates when the fog lights are operating.
Cruise control system
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
The warning light
illuminates when the cruise control is active » page 108.
Brake pedal (automatic gearbox)
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
If the warning light
illuminates , operate the brake pedal.
Main beam
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
The warning light
illuminates when the main beam or the headlight flasher
is operated.
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WARNINGThe driver is always responsible for selecting the correct gear in different
driving situations, such as overtaking.
For the sake of the environment
A suitably selected gear has the following advantages.■It helps to reduce fuel consumption.■
It reduces the operating noise.
■
It protects the environment.
■
It benefits the durability and reliability of the engine.
Door, boot or engine compartment warning
Read and observe
on page 37 first.
Vehicles with a MAXI DOT display
If at least one door, the boot or bonnet is open, the display indicates the rele-
vant open door, boot or bonnet vehicle icon.
Vehicles with a segment display
If at least one door or the tailgate is open, the
warning light in the instru-
ment cluster lights up » page 31.
An acoustic signal will also sound if you drive the vehicle above 6 km/h when a door is open.
Multifunction display (MFD)
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Memory
39
Information overview
40
Warning at excessive speeds
41
The driving data is displayed on the multifunction display.
The multifunction display only operates when the ignition is switched on. After the ignition is switched on, the function that was last selected before switch-
ing off the ignition is displayed.
For vehicles with a MAXI DOT display, the menu item MFD must be selected
and confirmed in the main menu » page 42, MAXI DOT display .
On vehicles with a MAXI DOT display, there is an option to fade out some of
the information » page 42, Settings .WARNING■
Concentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver, you are fully
responsible for the operation of your vehicle.■
Even at outside temperatures of around +4 °C, black ice may still be
present on the road surface! You should therefore not rely solely on the
outside temperature display for an indication of whether there is black ice
on the road.
CAUTION
Pull out the ignition key if coming in contact with the display (e.g. when clean-
ing) to prevent any possible damage.
Note
■ In certain national versions the displays appear in the Imperial system of
measures.■
If the display of the second speed is activated in mph, the current speed is
not indicated in km/h on the display.
■
The amount of fuel consumed will not be indicated.
Memory
Fig. 26
Multi-function display - memory display
Read and observe and on page 39 first.
In memory the values of elements of the multifunction display(e.g. average
fuel consumption) are recorded.
The multifunction display is equipped with two memories, 1 and 2.
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Unlocking and opening
Unlocking and locking
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Unlocking/locking with the remote control
46
Unlocking/locking with the key
47
Safe securing system
47
Individual settings
47
Locking/unlocking the vehicle from the inside
48
Child safety lock
48
Opening/closing a door
49
Your car is equipped with a central locking system.
The central locking system allows you to lock and unlock all doors, the fuel fill-
er flap and tailgate at the same time.
The safe securing system » page 47 is integrated in the central locking sys-
tem. Once the car is locked from the outside, the door locks 1)
are automatically
blocked by the safe securing system »
.
The following is true after unlocking
› The doors, the boot lid and the fuel filler flap are unlocked.
› The interior light, which is switched by the door contact, comes on.
› The safe securing system is switched off 1)
.
› The indicator light in the driver door stops flashing.
› The anti-theft alarm system is deactivated 2)
.
The following is true after locking
› The doors, the boot lid and the fuel filler flap are locked.
› The interior lights connected over the door contact go off.
› The safe securing system is switched on 1)
.
› The warning light in the driver door begins flashing.
› The anti-theft alarm system is activated 2)
.
Displaying an error
If the indicator light in the driver's door initially flashes quickly for around 2
seconds, and then lights up for 30 seconds without interruption before flash-
ing again slowly, you will need to seek the assistance of a specialist garage.
Failure of the central locking
Upon failure of the central locking system, only the driver's door can be un-
locked or locked using the key. The other doors and the tailgate can be emer-
gency locked or emergency released.
› Emergency locking of the door
» page 161.
› Emergency unlocking of the boot lid
» page 162.WARNING■
Never leave the key in the vehicle when you exit the vehicle. Unauthor-
ized persons, such as children, for example, 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 persons who are not completely in-
dependent, such as children, unattended in the vehicle. The children might,
for example, release the handbrake or take the vehicle out of gear. The ve-
hicle could then start to move – risk of injury and accidents! These individu- als might also not be able to leave the vehicle on their own or to help
themselves. Can be fatal at very high or very low temperatures!
■
If the car is locked from the outside and the Safelock system is switched
on, there must not be any person in the car as it is then not possible to
open either a door or a window from the inside. The locked doors make it
more difficult for rescuers to get into the vehicle in an emergency – risk to
life.
CAUTION
■ Each key contains electronic components; therefore it must be protected
against moisture and severe shocks.■
Keep the groove of the keys absolutely clean. Impurities (textile fibres, dust,
etc.) have a negative effect on the functionality of the locking cylinder and ig-
nition lock.
■
The battery must be replaced if the central locking or anti-theft alarm system
does react to the remote control at less than approx. 3 metres
away » page 161 .
■
When leaving the vehicle, always check if it is locked.
1)
This function only applies to certain countries.
2)
Applies to vehicles with an anti-theft alarm system.
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Note■If you lose a key, please contact a specialist garage, which will be able to pro-
vide you with a new one.■
In the event of an accident in which the airbags are deployed, the locked
doors are automatically unlocked in order to enable rescuers to gain access to
the vehicle.
Unlocking/locking with the remote control
Fig. 28
Remote control key
Read and observe and on page 45 first.
Unlocking / locking using the remote control key » Fig. 28
Unlocking the vehicle
Locking the vehicle
Unlocking the boot lid
Folding out/folding up of the key bit
Warning light
Unlocking the vehicle
The turn signal lights flash twice as confirmation that the vehicle has been un-
locked.
If you unlock the vehicle and do not open a door or the boot lid within the next
30 seconds, the vehicle will lock again automatically and the safe lock system 1)
or anti-theft alarm system will be switched on. This function is intended to prevent the car being unlocked unintentionally.
Locking the vehicle
The turn signal lights flash once as confirmation that the vehicle has been
locked.
ABIf 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.
Unlocking / locking the tailgate
By pressing the symbol key
for about 1 s, only the boot lid is unlocked.
The lid is locked » page 51 by closing.
Checking the battery condition
If the red warning light B
» Fig. 28 does not flash when you press a button on
the remote control key, the battery is empty.
Replace the battery » page 161.
CAUTION
■
Operation of the remote control may temporarily be affected by signal inter-
ference from transmitters close to the car and which operate in the same fre-
quency range (e.g. mobile phone, TV transmitter).■
Only operate the remote control when the doors and boot lid are closed and
the vehicle is in your line of sight.
■
If the driver door is open, the vehicle cannot be locked using the remote con-
trol key.
■
The operating range of the remote control key is approx. 30 m. But this range
of the remote control can be reduced if the batteries are weak.
Note
A ŠKODA partner can also activate/deactivate the acoustic signals on vehicles
with an anti-theft alarm system.1)
This function only applies to certain countries.
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Note■When driving always use the existing heating, air conditioning and ventila-
tion system for ventilating the interior of the vehicle. If the windows are
opened, dust as well as other dirt can get into the vehicle and in addition the wind noise is more at certain speeds.■
The window lift mechanism is equipped with protection against overheating.
Repeated opening and closing of the window can cause this mechanism to
overheat. If this happens, it will not be possible to operate the window for a
short time. You will be able to operate the window again as soon as the over-
heating protection has cooled down.
Opening/closing the windows
Fig. 35
Buttons on the driver's door/in the rear doors
Read and observe
and on page 51 first.
All windows can be operated from the driver's seat.
Buttons for window levers » Fig. 35
Driver's door
Passenger door
Right rear door
Left rear door
Safety push-button
Opening
›
Lightly press the appropriate button down and hold it until the window has
moved into the desired position. Releasing the button causes the window to
stop immediately.
ABCDSThe driver's window can be completely opened automatically by briefly press-
ing the button as far as the stop. Renewed pressing of the button causes the
window to stop immediately.
Closing›
Pull gently on the top edge of the corresponding button and hold until the
window has moved into the desired position. Releasing the button causes
the window to stop immediately.
Safety push-button
The buttons for power windows in the rear doors can be deactivated by press-
ing the safety switch
S
» Fig. 35 . The buttons for the electrical power win-
dows at the rear doors are activated again by pressing the safety push-button
S
again.
If the buttons for the rear doors are deactivated, the warning light in the
safety switch
S
lights up.
Force limit
Read and observe
and on page 51 first.
The electrical power windows are fitted with a force limiter.
If there is an obstacle, the closing process is stopped and the window goes
down by several centimetres.
If the obstacle prevents the window from being closed during the next 10 sec-
onds, the closing process is interrupted once again and the window goes down
by several centimetres.
If you attempt to close the window again within 10 seconds of the window be-
ing moved down for the second time, even though the obstacle was not yet
been removed, the closing process is only stopped. During this time it is not
possible to automatically close the window. The force limiter is still switched
on.
The force limiter is only switched off if you attempt to close the window again
within the next 10 seconds - the window will now close with full force!
If you wait longer than 10 seconds, the force limiter is switched on again.
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Lights and visibility
Lights
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Parking light and low beam
53
Daytime running lights(DAY LIGHT)
54
Turn signal and main beam
55
Automatic driving lamp control
55
Fog lights
56
Fog lights with CORNER function
56
Rear fog light
56
COMING HOME / LEAVING HOME
57
Hazard warning light system
57
Parking light
58
Driving abroad
58
Unless otherwise stated, the lights only work when the ignition is switched
on.
The arrangement of the controls right-hand drive models may differ from the
layout shown in » Fig. 36 on page 53 . The symbols which mark the positions
of the controls are identical.
WARNING■ The activation of the lights should only be undertaken in accordance with
national legal requirements.■
The driver is always responsible for the correct settings and use of the
lights.
WARNING (Continued)■ The automatic driving lamp control only operates as a support and
does not release the driver from his responsibility to check the light and, if
necessary, to switch on the light depending on the given light conditions.
The light sensor cannot, for example, detect rain or snow. Under these con-
ditions we recommend switching on the low beam or fog lights!■
Never drive with only the side lights on! The side lights are not bright
enough to light up the road sufficiently in front of you or to be seen by oth-
er oncoming traffic. Therefore always switch on the low beam when it is
dark or if visibility is poor.
Note
The headlights may mist up temporarily. When the driving lights are switched
on, the light outlet surfaces are free from mist after a short period, although
the headlight lenses may still be misted up in the peripheral areas. This mist
has no influence on the life of the lighting system.
Parking light and low beam
Fig. 36
Light switch and control dial for
headlight range adjustment
Read and observe on page 53 first.
Light switch positions - turning the switch
A
» Fig. 36
Switching off lights (except daytime running lights) Automatic switching lights on and off » page 55
Switching on the parking light or parking lights 1)
» page 58
Turn on the low beam 1)
1)
On vehicles with a MAXI DOT display, the symbol also lights up in the light switch.
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Light switch positions - pulling the switch A
Switch on the front fog lamp » page 56
Switching on the rear fog light » page 56
Headlight range control - knob
B
Turning the rotary switch from the position
in
gradually adjusts the head-
light range control and thereby shortens the light cone.
The positions of the width of illumination correspond approximately to the fol-
lowing car load.
Front seats occupied, boot empty
All seats occupied, boot empty
All seats occupied, boot loaded
Driver seat occupied, boot loaded
We recommend you adjust the headlight beam when the low beam is switched
on.
WARNINGAlways adjust the headlight beam to meet the following conditions.■The vehicle does not dazzle other road users, especially oncoming vehi-
cles.■
The beam range is sufficient for safe driving.
Note
■ An audible warning signal will sound if the light switch is in the or posi-
tion, the ignition key is removed and the driver's door is opened. The audible
warning signal is switched off after a few seconds or as a result of door con-
tact when the driver's door is closed. However, the side lights remain on to illu-
minate the parked vehicle if necessary.■
If leaving the vehicle without needing the parking lights on, always turn
the light switch to position
.
Daytime running lights(DAY LIGHT)
Read and observe
on page 53 first.
The daytime running lights (the only function) provides the lighting of the frontvehicle range.
The daytime running lights are switched on automatically if the following
conditions are met.
The light switch is in the position
or
» Fig. 36 on page 53 .
The ignition is switched on.
The parking aid is activated.
Deactivating the function›
Switch off the ignition.
›
Remove the fuse for the daytime running lights » page 164, Fuses in the
dash panel .
Activating the function
›
Switch off the ignition.
›
Use a fuse of appropriate amperage for the daytime running
lights » page 164 , Fuses in the dash panel .
Disable function on vehicles with the START-STOP system or with the
automatic driving light control
›
Switch off the ignition.
›
Slide the turn signal light lever ( » Fig. 37 on page 55 ) downwards and hold
it in this position.
›
Switch on the ignition – wait until the left-turn signal light flashes 4x.
›
Switch off the ignition – an audible signal sounds which confirms the deacti-
vation of the function.
›
Release the turn signal stalk.
Function on vehicles with the START-STOP system or with the automatic
driving light control
›
Switch off the ignition.
›
Slide the turn signal light lever ( » Fig. 37 on page 55 ) upwards and hold it in
this position.
›
Switch on the ignition – wait until the right-turn signal light flashes 4x.
›
Switch off the ignition – an audible signal sounds which confirms the activa-
tion of the function.
›
Release the turn signal stalk.
WARNINGWhen the daytime running light is switched on, the side lights (neither at
the front nor the rear) and the number plate lights are not lit. Therefore al-
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Turn signal and main beamFig. 37
Operating lever: Turn signal and
main beam operation
Read and observe on page 53 first.
Lever positions
ASwitch on right turn signalBSwitch on left turn signalCSwitch on high beam (spring-loaded position)D Switching off main beam / switching on headlamp flasher (spring-
loaded position)
Main beam
The main beam can only be switched on when the low beam lights are on.
When the high beam or headlight flasher is on, the warning light lights up in
the instrument cluster.
Flashing
When the left flashing light is switched on, the warning light flashes in the
instrument cluster.
When the right flashing light is switched on, the warning light flashes in the
instrument cluster.
The flashing light is turned on even before the upper and lower pressure point.
This is advantageous in some manoeuvres. For example, when changing lanes
hold the control lever of each pressure point.
The turn signal light switches itself off automatically when driving around a
curve or after making a turn.
The warning light flashes at twice its normal rate if a bulb for the turn signal
light fails.
“Convenience turn signal”
If you only wish to flash three times, briefly push the lever to the upper or low-
er pressure point and release again.WARNINGOnly turn on the main beam or the headlight flasher if other road users will
not be dazzled.
Note
The headlight flasher can be operated even if the ignition is switched off.
Automatic driving lamp control
Fig. 38
Light switch: AUTO position
Read and observe on page 53 first.
If the light switch is in position
» Fig. 38 , the parking lights, low beam and
number plate lights are switched on or off automatically.
Switching on/off of the light is regulated on the basis of data gathered by the
sensor fitted in the holder of the rear-view mirror below the windscreen.
If the light switch is in position
, the lettering
illuminates next to the
light switch. If the light is switched on automatically, the symbol
next to the
light switch also lights up.
Automatic driving light control during rain
The daytime running lights are switched on automatically if the following con-
ditions are met.
The light switch is in position
» Fig. 38 .
Automatic wiping with rain - position
1
or wiping - position
2
or
3
is
turned on » page 61, Activating the windscreen wipers and washers .
The windscreen wipers are on for more than 15 s.
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