warning SKODA ROOMSTER 2012 1.G Owner's Guide
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DAY LIGHT function (Daylight driving light)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 36.
Switching on
› Remove the cover on the fuse box on the left-hand side of the dash pan-
el » page 167, Fuses in the dash panel.
› Turn the light switch into position O
» Fig. 21 on page 36 - .
› Switch on the switch for daylight driving lights
» Fig. 21 on page 36 - .
Switching off
› Remove the cover on the fuse box on the left-hand side of the dash pan-
el » page 167, Fuses in the dash panel.
› Switch off the switch for daylight driving lights
» Fig. 21 on page 36 - .
› Turn the light switch to the position Parking light
or Low beam » Fig. 21
on page 36 - .
Activating daylight driving lights for vehicles with the
START-STOP system
› Switch off the ignition.
› At the same time, slide the turn signal light lever upwards and hold it in this po-
sition for at least 3 seconds.
› Switch on the ignition - wait until the right-turn signal light flashes 4x.
› Switch off the ignition - an audible signal sounds which confirms the activation
of the daylight driving lights.
› Release the turn signal lever.
Deactivating daylight driving lights for vehicles with the
START-STOP system
› Switch off the ignition.
› At the same time, slide the turn signal light lever downwards and hold it in this
position for at least 3 seconds.
› Switch on the ignition - wait until the left-turn signal light flashes 4x.
› Switch off the ignition - an audible signal sounds which confirms the deactiva-
tion of the daylight driving lights.
› Release the turn signal lever.
On vehicles with separate lights for daylight driving lights in the fog lights or in
the front bumper, the parking lights and the licence plate light do not come on
when activating the function daylight driving lights (neither front nor rear).
If the vehicle is not equipped with separate lights for daylight driving lights, the
combination of the low beam, the parking lights (front and rear) including the li-
cence plate light is used as daylight driving lights. Ð
ä Halogen projector headlights with cornering light function
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 36.
For a better cornering illumination, the halogen projector headlights with corner-
ing light function are set in the optimal position in line with the vehicle speed and
the steering angle. WARNING
If the halogen projector headlights with cornering light function are faulty, the
headlights are automatically lowered to the emergency position, which pre-
vents a possible dazzling of oncoming traffic. Thus the illuminated length of
the road is shortened. Drive carefully and visit a
ŠKODA specialist garage as
soon as possible. Ð Parking light
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 36.
Parking light
› Switch off the ignition.
› Pull the turn signal light lever
» Fig. 25 on page 40 » page 40 upwards or
downwards - the side light on the right or left side of the vehicle is switched.
Parking light on both sides
› Turn the light switch into the position
and lock the vehicle. Note
■ The parking light can only be activated if the ignition is switched off.
■ If the right or left turn signal light has been switched on and the ignition is
switched off, the parking light is not automatically switched on. Ð
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Tourist light
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 36.
Halogen projector headlights with cornering light function
This mode makes it possible to drive in countries with opposing traffic system
(driving on the left/right) without dazzling the oncoming vehicles. When the mode
“tourist light
” is active, the side to side swivel of the headlights is deactivated.
Activating tourist light
Before activating the tourist light, the following conditions must be met.
Ignition switched off, light switched off (light switch in the position O), control dial
for the headlamp beam adjustment in the position -, no gear engaged or selector
lever in the position N (automatic gearbox), tourist light deactivated.
› Switch on the ignition.
within 10 seconds of the ignition being switched on:
› Turn the light switch to position
» page 36, Switching lights on and off .
› Engage reverse gear (manual gearbox) or move the selector lever into the posi-
tion R (automatic gearbox),
› Turn the control dial for headlamp beam adjustment from the position
- to the
position 3 » page 39.
Deactivating tourist light
Before deactivating the tourist light, the following conditions must be met.
Ignition switched off, light switched off (light switch in the position O), control dial
for the headlamp beam adjustment in the position 3, no gear engaged or selector
lever in the position N (automatic gearbox), tourist light activated.
› Switch on the ignition.
within 10 seconds of the ignition being switched on:
› Turn the light switch to position
» page 36, Switching lights on and off .
› Engage reverse gear (manual gearbox) or move the selector lever into the posi-
tion R (automatic gearbox),
› Turn the control dial for headlamp beam adjustment from the position
3 to the
position - » page 39.
Further information » page 123, Headlights.
ä Note
When the “tourist light” mode is active, the warning light flashes for 10 sec-
onds each time the ignition is switched on. Ð Fog lights
Fig. 22
Dash panel: Light switch
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 36.
Switching on
› First of all, turn the light switch
» Fig. 22 to position or .
› Pull the light switch to position 1
.
The warning light lights up in the instrument cluster when the fog lights are
switched on » page 17. Ð Fog lights with the function CORNER
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 36.
The fog lights with the function CORNER are designed to improve the illumination
of the surrounding area near the vehicle when turning, parking, etc. £
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The fog lights with the function CORNER are adjusted according to the steering
angle or after switching on the turn signal light
1)
in the following circumstances:
› the vehicle is stationary and the engine is running or it moves with a speed of
maximum 40 km/h;
› the daytime running lights are not switched on;
› the low beam is switched on;
› the fog lights are not switched on;
› no reverse gear is engaged. ÐRear fog light
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 36.
Switching on
› First of all, turn the light switch
» Fig. 22 on page 38 » page 38 to position or
.
› Pull the light switch to position 2
.
If the vehicle is not fitted with fog lights » page 38, the rear fog light is switched
on by turning the light switch to the position or and is pulled out directly to
the position 2
. This switch does not have two positions, but only one position.
The warning light
lights up in the instrument cluster when the rear fog light is
switched on » page 17.
Only the rear fog light on the trailer lights up if the vehicle has a factory-fitted
towing device or a towing device from ŠKODA original accessories and it is driven
with a trailer and the rear fog light switched on. Ð
ä Headlight beam adjustment
Fig. 23
Dash panel: Lights and visibility
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 36.
›
Turn the control dial
» Fig. 23 to the desired width of illumination.
Settings
The positions correspond approximately to the following car load. Front seats occupied, boot empty.
All seats occupied, boot empty.
All seats occupied, boot loaded.
Driver seat occupied, boot loaded. CAUTION
Always adjust the headlight range adjustment in such a way that:
■ it does not dazzle other road users, especially oncoming traffic;
■ and the range is sufficient for safe driving. Note
We recommend you adjust the headlight beam when the low beam is switched
on. Ð
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2
3
1)
If both switch on versions are conflicting, for example if the steering wheel is turned to the left and
the right turn signal light is switched on, the turn signal light has the higher priority.
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Switches for the hazard warning light system
Fig. 24
Dash panel: Switch for hazard
warning lights
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 36.
›
Press switch
» Fig. 24 to switch the hazard warning light system on or off.
All the turn signal lights on the vehicle flash at the same time when the hazard
warning light system is switched on. The warning light for the turn signals and
the warning light in the switch also flash at the same time. The hazard warning
light system can also be operated if the ignition is switched off.
The hazard warning light system is switched on automatically if an airbag is de-
ployed in the event of an accident. Note
The hazard warning light system must be switched on if, for example:
■ you encounter a traffic congestion;
■ your vehicle breaks down or an emergency situation occurs. Ð
ä Turn signal and main beam lever
Fig. 25
Turn signal and main beam lever
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 36.
The parking light and headlight flasher are also operated with the turn signal and
main beam lever.
Right and left turn signal light
› Push the lever
» Fig. 25 upwards A
or downwards B
.
› If you only wish to flash three times (the "convenience turn signal"), briefly
push the lever to the upper or lower pressure point and release again.
› Turn signal for changing lanes - to only flash briefly, move the lever up or down
to the pressure point and hold it in this position.
Main beam
› Switch on the low beam » page 36.
› Press the lever
» Fig. 25 in the direction of arrow C
.
› The main beam is switched off by pulling the lever into the initial position in the
direction of arrow D
.
Headlight flasher
› Pull the lever
» Fig. 25 towards the steering wheel (spring-tensioned position)
in the direction of arrow D
- the main beam and the warning light
in the in-
strument cluster come on.
Parking light
Description of the operation » page 37 CAUTION
Only use the main beam or the headlight flasher if other road users will not be
dazzled. £
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Note
■ The turn signal system only operates when the ignition is switched on. The cor-
responding warning light or in the instrument cluster also flashes.
■ The turn signal is automatically cancelled after negotiating a curve.
■ The warning light flashes at twice its normal rate if a bulb for the turn signal
light fails. ÐInterior light
Interior lights at the front
Fig. 26
Interior lights at the front
Door contact switching mechanism (front and rear doors) › Press switch A
» Fig. 26 towards the middle of the light, the symbol
ap-
pears.
Switching the interior light on
› Press switch A
» Fig. 26 towards the edge of the light, the symbol
appears.
Switching the interior light off
› Press the switch A
» Fig. 26
in the middle position O.
Reading lights
› Press the switches B
» Fig. 26
in order to switch the right or left reading light
on or off.
On vehicles with central locking, the interior light is switched on for about 30 sec-
onds when the vehicle is unlocked, when a door is opened or after withdrawing
the ignition key (if the relevant switch is in the door contact position). The inner
light goes out out immediately after the ignition is switched on. A time delay switch causes the inner lighting on vehicles without a central locking
system stays on for a few seconds after the doors have been closed. The inner
light goes out out immediately after the ignition is switched on.
The interior lighting is switched off after about 10 minutes when a door has been
left open in order to avoid discharging the battery of the vehicle. Ð Interior lights at the rear
Fig. 27
Interior lights at the rear
The interior lighting » Fig. 27 is actuated by moving the switch to the symbol , O
or to the middle position .
The same principles apply for the interior lighting as for » page 41, Interior lights
at the front . Ð Illuminated storage compartment on front passenger side
› When opening the flap of the storage compartment on the front passenger
side the lighting in the storage compartment comes on.
› The light switches on automatically when the parking light is switched on and
goes out when the flap is closed. Ð Boot light
The light comes on automatically when the boot lid is opened. If the lid remains
open for more than about 10
minutes, the boot light switches off automatically. Ð
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Visibility
Rear window heater
Fig. 28
Switch for rear window heater
› The rear window heater is switched on or off by pressing the switch
» Fig. 28
the warning light in the switch comes on or goes out.
The rear window heater only operates when the engine is running.
The rear window heater switches off automatically after 7 minutes. For the sake of the environment
The heating should be switched off as soon as the window is de-iced or free from
mist. The reduced current consumption will have a favourable effect on fuel econ-
omy »
page 122, Saving electricity .Note
If the on-board voltage drops, the rear window heater switches off automatically,
in order to provide sufficient electrical energy for the engine control »
page 147,
Automatic load deactivation . Ð Sun visors
Fig. 29
Sun visor: swivelling out
The sun visor for the driver or front passenger can be pulled out of the fixture and
swivelled towards the door in the direction of the arrow 1
» Fig. 29.
The vanity mirrors in the sun visors are provided with covers. Push the cover in
the direction of the arrow 2
.
The purpose of the strap A
is to store small, light objects, such as a notepad, etc.
WARNING
The sun visors must not be swivelled towards the side windows in the deploy-
ment area of the head airbags if any objects, such as ball-point pens, etc. are
attached to them. This might result in injuries to the occupants if the head air-
bag is deployed. Ð Windscreen wipers and washers
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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Activating the windscreen wipers and washers 43
Headlight cleaning system 44
Replacing the windscreen wiper blades 44
Replacing the rear window wiper blade 44
The windshield wipers and the windshield washer system only operate if the igni-
tion is switched on. £
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The rear window is wiped once if the windscreen wipers are on when reverse
gear is selected.
Top up with windscreen wiper fluid
» page 143.WARNING
■ Properly maintained windscreen wiper blades are essential for clear visibility
and safe driving » page 44.
■ Do not use the windscreen washer system at low temperatures, without
heating the windscreen beforehand. Otherwise the window cleaner could
freeze on the windscreen and restrict the view to the front. CAUTION
■ In cold temperatures and during the winter, check before the journey or before
switching on the ignition that the wiper blades are not frozen to the windscreen.
If the windscreen wipers are switched on when the blades are frozen to the
windscreen, this may damage both the blades and windscreen wiper motor!
■ If the ignition is switched off while the windscreen wipers are switched on, the
windscreen wipers will continue wiping in the same mode after the ignition is
turned back on. The windscreen wipers could freeze up in cold temperatures be-
tween the time the ignition was turned off and when it was turned back on again.
■ Carefully detach frozen wiper blades from the front or rear window.
■ Remove snow and ice from the windscreen wipers before driving.
■ If the windscreen wipers are handled carelessly, there is a risk of damage to the
windscreen.
■ Replace the windscreen wiper blades once or twice a year for safety reasons.
These can be purchased from a ŠKODA Service Partner.Note
■ The windscreen washer nozzles for the windscreen are heated when the en-
gine is running and the outside temperature is less than approx. +10
°C.
■ The content of the windscreen washer fluid reservoir is 3.5 litres. On vehicles
fitted with the headlight cleaning system, the volume is around 5.4
litres.
■ The wiper blades should be cleaned on a regular basis with a windscreen clean-
er to avoid any smears. The wiper blades should be cleaned with a sponge or
cloth if they are heavily soiled by insect residues, for example. Ð Activating the windscreen wipers and washers
Fig. 30
Windscreen wiper lever
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 42.
Flick wipe
›
If you only wish to wipe the windscreen
briefly, push the lever into the spring-
tensioned position 4
» Fig. 30.
Periodic wiping
› Position the lever upwards into position 1
» Fig. 30.
› Set the desired break between the individual wiper strokes with the switch A
.
Slow wipe
› Position the lever upwards into position 2
» Fig. 30.
Fast wipe
› Position the lever upwards into position 3
» Fig. 30.
Automatic wipe/wash for windscreen
› Pull the lever towards the steering wheel into the spring-tensioned position 5
» Fig. 30, the wash system and the windshield wipers will operate.
› Release the lever. The windscreen wash system stops and the wiper continues
for another 1 - 3 wiper strokes (depending on the period of spraying of the
windscreen).
Wiping the rear window pane
› Push the lever away from the steering wheel into position 6
» Fig. 30 and the
windscreen wiper will operate every 6
seconds.
Automatic wipe/wash for the rear window
› Push the lever away from the steering wheel into the spring-tensioned position 7
» Fig. 30, the windshield wiper and wash system will operate.
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With the other hand unlock the locking button A
in the direction of arrow and
remove the wiper blade.
Attaching the wiper blade
› Position the wiper blade onto the wiper arm and lock the locking but-
ton A
» Fig. 32
.
› Check that the wiper blade is correctly attached.
› Fold the wiper arm back to the windscreen. ÐRear window
Manual dimming interior mirror
Basic setting
› Pull the lever on the bottom edge of the mirror forward.
Dimming mirror
› Push the lever on the bottom edge of the mirror backwards. ÐAdditional rear-view mirror
Fig. 33
Additional interior mirror
The additional interior mirror allows the driver a wider field of view of the rear
seats.
Adjusting the angle › Adjust the mirror in direction of arrow to the desired position. WARNING
Concentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver you are fully re-
sponsible for the operation of your vehicle. Use the additional interior mirror
only to such an extent that you are in full control of your vehicle at any time. Ð Exterior mirror
Fig. 34
Inner part of door: Rotary knob
Adjust the rear mirror before commencing to drive so that there is a clear view to
the rear.
Heating of the external mirror
› Place the rotary knob into the position
» Fig. 34.
The exterior mirror heater only operates when the engine is running and up to an
outside temperature of +20 °C.
Adjusting the left-hand exterior mirror
› Place the rotary knob into the position
» Fig. 34. The movement of the mirror
surface is identical to the movement of the rotary knob.
Adjusting the right-hand exterior mirror
› Place the rotary knob into the position
» Fig. 34. The movement of the mirror
surface is identical to the movement of the rotary knob. £
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WARNING
■ Convex (curved outward) exterior mirrors increase the field of vision. They
do, however, make objects appear smaller in the mirror. These mirrors are
therefore only of limited use for estimating distances to the following vehi-
cles.
■ Whenever possible use the interior mirror for estimating the distances to
the following vehicles. Note
■ Do not touch the surface of the exterior mirrors if the exterior mirror heater is
switched on. ■ If the power setting function fails at any time, the exterior mirrors can be set by
hand by pressing on the edge of the mirror surface.
■ Contact your ŠKODA specialist garage if there is a fault with the power setting
of the exterior mirrors. Ð46
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Seats and Stowage
Front seats
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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Adjusting the front seats 47
Front seat heating 48
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:
› safely and quickly reaching the controls;
› a relaxed, fatigue-free body position;
› achieving the maximum protection offered by the seat belts and the airbag
system. WARNING
■ Only adjust the driver's seat when the vehicle is stationary - risk of accident!
■ 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 angled too far back when driving otherwise
this will affect proper operation 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 115, Transporting children safely with a
suitable restraint system.
■ The front seats and the head restraints must always be adjusted to match
the body size of the seat occupant as well as the seat belts must always be
correctly fastened in order to provide an optimal protection for you and your
occupants. WARNING (Continued)
■ Always keep your feet in the footwell when the car is being driven - never
place your feet on the instrument panel, out of the window or on the surfaces
of the seats. This is particularly important for the front seat passenger. You
will be exposed to increased risk of injury if it becomes necessary to apply the
brake or in the event of an accident. If an airbag is deployed, you may suffer
fatal injuries when adopting an incorrect seated position!
■ It is important for the driver and front passenger to maintain a distance of at
least 25 cm from the steering wheel or dash panel. Not maintaining this mini-
mum distance will mean that the airbag system will not be able to properly
protect you - hazard!
■ Ensure that there are no objects in the footwell as they may get caught be-
hind the pedals when driving or applying the braking. You would then no lon-
ger be able to operate the clutch, brake or accelerate.
■ Do not transport any objects on the front passenger seat except objects
(e.g. child safety seat) provided for this purpose - risk of accident! Note
After a certain time, play can develop within the adjustment mechanism of the
backrest angle. Ð Adjusting the front seats
Fig. 35
Control elements at the seat
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 47.
Adjusting a seat in a forward/back direction
›
Pull the lever 1
» Fig. 35 up and push the seat into the desired position.
› Release the lever 1
and push the seat until the lock clicks into place.
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