check engine light SKODA ROOMSTER 2012 1.G Owner's Guide

Battery cover
Fig. 120
Vehicle battery: Open up the
cover
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 143.
The battery is located in the engine compartment below a plastic box.
›
Push the lid in the direction of the arrow
» Fig. 120.
› The installation of the battery cover on the positive terminal side takes place in
the reverse order. ÐChecking the battery electrolyte level
Fig. 121
Vehicle battery: Electrolyte level
indicator
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 143.ä
ä We recommend you have the electrolyte level checked by a ŠKODA specialist ga-
rage from time to time, especially in the following cases.
› High outside temperatures.
› Long daily drives
› After each charge
» page 146.
On vehicles with a vehicle battery fitted with a colour indicator, the so-called
magic eye » Fig. 121, the electrolyte level can be determined by looking at the
change in colour.
Air bubbles can influence the colour of the indicator. For this reason carefully
knock on the indicator before carrying out the check. › Black colour - electrolyte level is correct.
› Colourless or light yellow colour - electrolyte level too low, the battery must be
replaced. Note
■ The battery electrolyte level is periodically checked by a ŠKODA Service Partner
as part of the Inspection Service. ■ For technical reasons, on vehicles with the description “AGM”, the electrolyte
level cannot be checked. ■ Vehicles with a START-STOP system are fitted with a battery control unit for
checking the energy level for the recurring engine start. Ð Operation in winter
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 143.
At low temperatures, the vehicle battery only has part of the initial power output
that it has at normal temperatures.
A discharged vehicle battery may already freeze at temperatures just below 0
°C.
We therefore recommend that you have the battery checked and, if necessary, re-
charged by a ŠKODA Service Partner before the start of the winter.
Ð
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145
Inspecting and replenishing

›
In the event of a puncture, park the vehicle as far away as possible from the
flow of traffic. The place you choose should be level.
› Let all of the occupants get out.
While changing a tyre, the occupants of the
vehicle should not stand on the road (instead they should remain behind a crash
barrier).
› Switch off the engine and move the gearshift lever into
Neutral or move the
selector lever for the automatic gearbox into position P .
› Firmly apply the
handbrake.
› If a trailer is connected, remove it.
› Remove the vehicle tool kit
» page 156 and the spare wheel » page 151, Spare
wheel from the boot. ÐChanging a wheel
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 157.
Always change a wheel on a level surface as far as possible.
›
Remove the full wheel trim
» page 152 or caps » page 152.
› In the case of light alloy wheel rims remove the wheel trim cap
» page 152.
› First of all slacken the anti-theft wheel bolt and then the other wheel
bolts » page 159.
› Jack up the vehicle until the wheel that needs changing is clear of the
ground » page 159.
› Unscrew the wheel bolts and place them on a clean surface (cloth, paper, etc.).
› Remove the wheel.
› Attach the spare wheel and slightly screw on the wheel bolts.
› Lower the vehicle.
› Alternately tighten the wheel bolts opposite each other using the wheel
wrench (crosswise) and then tighten the anti-theft wheel bolt » page 159.
› Reinstall the wheel trim/wheel trim cap or the caps. Note
■ All bolts must be clean and must turn easily.
■ Under no circumstances grease or oil the wheel bolts!
■ When fitting unidirectional tyres, ensure that the direction of rotation is cor-
rect »
page 148 . Ð
ä Subsequent steps
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 157.
The following steps must also be performed after changing the wheel.
›
Stow and attach the replaced wheel in the spare wheel well using a special
screw » page 151, Spare wheel.
› Stow the vehicle tool kit in the space provided.
› Check
the tyre pressure
on the installed spare wheel as soon as possible.
› Have the
tightening torque of the wheel bolts checked with a torque wrench
as soon as possible.
› Change the damaged wheel or consult a ŠKODA specialist garage about repair
possibilities. Note
■ If it is determined that the wheel bolts are corroded and difficult to turn when
changing the wheel, the bolts must be replaced before checking the tightening
torque. ■ Drive cautiously and only at a moderate speed until the tightening torque has
been checked. Ð
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158 Do-it-yourself

Fuses and light bulbs
Fuses
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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Fuses in the dash panel 167
Fuses in the engine compartment 168
Individual electrical circuits are protected by fuses.
› Before replacing a fuse, switch off the ignition and the appropriate consumer
› Find out which fuse belongs to the component that is not operat-
ing » page 167, Fuses in the dash panel
or » page 168, Fuses in the engine
compartment .
› Take the plastic clip out of its fixture in the cover of the fuse box, place it on the
relevant fuse and pull it out.
› A blown fuses is recognisable by the molten metal strip. Replace the faulty fuse
with a new one of the
same amperage.
Colour coding of fuses Colour Maximum amperage
light brown 5
dark brown 7.5
red 10
blue 15
yellow 20
white 25
green 30WARNING
Always read and observe the warnings before completing any work in the en-
gine compartment » page 136, Engine compartment . CAUTION
■ Never “repair” fuses and also do not replace them with a fuse of a higher am-
perage - risk of fire! This may also cause damage at another part of the electrical
system.
■ Have the electrical system checked as quickly as possible by a ŠKODA specialist
garage if a newly inserted fuse blows again after a short time. Note
■ We recommend always carrying replacement fuses in the vehicle. A box of re-
placement fuses can be purchased from

ŠKODA Original Accessories.
■ Multiple fuses may exist for a single power consuming device.
■ Multiple power consuming devices can share a single fuse. Ð
166 Do-it-yourself

No. Power consumer
6 Glow plugs, radiator fan7 Electrohydraulic power steering
8 ABS or TCS or ESC 9 Radiator fan
10 Automatic gearbox 11 ABS or TCS or ESC
12 Central control unit
13 Electrical auxiliary heating system Note
Fuses 1 - 7 are replaced by a specialist ŠKODA garage. ÐBulbs
ä
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Headlights 170
Replacing a bulb for low beam and main beam (halogen headlights) 170
Replacing the bulb for the low beam (Halogen projector headlights) 171
Replacing the bulb for the main beam (Halogen projector headlights) 171
Changing the bulb for the front turn signal light 171
Changing the light bulb for the front parking light 171
Fog lights and daytime running lights 172
Fog lights - Roomster Scout 172
Changing the bulb for the licence plate light 173
Tail lamp assembly 173
Some manual skills are required to change a bulb. For this reason, if uncertain, we
recommend that bulbs are replaced by a ŠKODA specialist garage or other expert
help is sought. ›
Switch off the ignition and all of the lights before replacing a bulb.
› Faulty bulbs must only be replaced with the same type of bulbs. The designa-
tion is located on the light socket or the glass bulb.
› A stowage compartment for replacement bulbs is located in a plastic box in the
spare wheel or underneath the floor covering in the boot. WARNING
■ Accidents can be caused if the road in front of the vehicle is not sufficiently
illuminated and the vehicle cannot or can only be seen with difficulty by other
road users.
■ Always read and observe the warnings before completing any work in the
engine compartment » page 136, Engine compartment .
■ Bulbs H7 and H4 are pressurised and may burst when changing the bulb -
risk of injury! We therefore recommended wearing gloves and safety glasses
when changing a bulb. CAUTION
■ Do not take hold of the glass bulb with naked fingers (even the smallest
amount of dirt reduces the working life of the light bulb). Use a clean cloth, nap-
kin, or similar. ■ When removing and installing the tail light make sure that the paintwork of the
vehicle and the tail light are not damaged. Note
■ This Owner's Manual only describes the replacement of bulbs where it is possi-
ble to replace the bulbs on your own without any complications arising. Other
light bulbs should be changed by a

ŠKODA specialist garage.
■ We recommend that a box of replacement bulbs be always carried in the vehi-
cle. Replacement bulbs can be purchased from
ŠKODAOriginal Accessories.
■ We recommend that the headlight settings are checked by a ŠKODA specialist
garage after replacing a bulb in the main or low beam.
■ LED diodes should be changed by a specialist ŠKODA garage. Ð
169
Fuses and light bulbs

Index
A
ABS 81
Warning light 21
Accessories 155
Adjusting Exterior mirror 45
Adjusting seats 101
Adjustment Seat 47
Aerial 128
see Radio reception 130
Airbag 109
Deployment 109
Front airbag 110
Head airbag 112
Side airbag 111
Airbag system 109
Air conditioning system Air outlet vents 68
Climatronic 73
Manual air conditioning system 70
Alarm 30
Anti-theft alarm system 30
Antilock brake system 81
Armrest 64
Ashtray 60
Assistance systems ESC 80
Assist systems ABS 21, 81
Cruise control systems (CCS) 83
EDL 81
ESC 20
Parking aid 82
START/STOP 85
TCS 21, 81Auto Check Control 16
Automatic gearbox 87
Dynamic shift programme 90
Emergency programme 90
Information for driving 87
Kickdown 90
Manual shifting of gears 89
Parking 88
Selector lever-emergency unlocking 91
Selector lever lock 89
Selector lever positions 88
Starting off 88
Stopping 88
Tiptronic 89
Automatic load deactivation 147
AUX-IN 99
Avoiding damage to your vehicle 123
B
Before setting off 100
Belts 104
Belt tensioners 107
Bicycle carrier 56
Bonnet Closing 138
Opening 138
Boot Class
N1 vehicles 52
Cover 53
Emergency unlocking 33
Fastening elements 52
Fixing nets 53
Folding hooks 53
Light 41
see Boot lid 32
Unlocking the boot lid 33
Variable loading floor 55
Boot lid 32
Automatic locking 32
Brake assist 80Brake booster 80
Brake fluid Checking 142
Brakes Brake booster 80
Handbrake 80
Running in 119
Warning light 18
Braking Brake fluid 142
Breakdown kit 160
Bulbs Replacing 169
Button in the driver's door Electrical power windows 33
C
Car computer see Multifunction display 12
Car jack 156
Carrier 58
Catalytic converter 119
Central locking button 28
Central locking system 27
lock 28
unlock 28
Changes 155
Changing Engine oil 140
Wheel 157
Charging a vehicle battery 146
Checking Battery electrolyte level 145
Brake fluid 142
Coolant level 141
Engine oil 139
Oil level 139
Windscreen washer fluid 143
Children and safety 115
184 Index

Child safety
Side airbag 116
Child safety lock 26
Child seat Classification 116
ISOFIX 117
on the front passenger seat 115
Suitability 117
TOP TETHER 118
Chrome parts refer to Taking care of your vehicle 129
Cigarette lighter 60
Cleaning 127
Artificial leather 132
Headlight lenses 130
Material coverings 132
Materials 132
Natural leather 132
Plastic parts 129
Wheels 131
Climatronic Recirculated air mode 74
Clock 11
Clothes hooks 65
Cockpit 12-volt power socket 61
Ashtray 60
Cigarette lighter 60
General view 7
Light 41
Storage compartments 61
Compartments 61
Computer see Multifunction display 12
Coolant Checking 141
Replenishing 141
Coolant temperature gauge display 9
Correct seated position 101
Counter for distance driven 10Cruise control system (CCS) 83
Cup holders 59
D
Daylight driving light 37
Deactivating an airbag 113
Defrsoting rear window 42
Delayed locking of the boot lid see Boot lid 32
Diesel refer to Fuel 136
Diesel fuel Operation in winter 136
Diesel particulate filter 22
Digital clock 11
Dipstick 139
Display Service interval 10
Distance driven 10
Door Child safety lock 26
Doors Emergency locking 31
Driving Abroad 123
Driving through water on the street 124
Emissions 176
Fuel consumption 176
Maximum speed 180
E
Economical and environmentally friendly driving 120
EDL 81
Electrical power windows Button in the driver's door 33, 34
Button in the rear door 34
Central locking system 35
Operational faults 35Electronic differential lock 81
Electronic immobiliser 77
Emergency Automatic gearbox 90
Changing a wheel 157
Hazard warning light system 40
Jump-starting 163
locking of the doors 31
Selector lever-unlocking 91
Towing the vehicle 164
Tyre repair 160
Unlocking the boot lid 33
Emissions 176
Engine Running in 119
Starting and stopping the engine 76
Engine compartment Brake fluid 142
Coolant 140
Overview 138
Vehicle battery 143
Engine oil Capacity 179
Changing 140
Checking 139
Engine oil 19
Replenishing 139
Specification 179
Engine revolutions counter 9
Environment 120
Environmental compatibility 122
Environmentally friendly driving 120
ESC Function 80
Warning light 20
F
Fire extinguisher 156
First-aid kit 156
Floor mats 82
185
Index