belt SKODA ROOMSTER 2012 1.G Owner's Manual

Table of Contents
Abbreviations
Using the system
Cockpit 7
Overview 6
Instruments and Indicator Lights 8
Instrument cluster 8
Multifunction display (onboard computer) 12
MAXI DOT (information display) 15
Warning lights 17
Unlocking and locking 25
Vehicle key 25
Locking/unlocking the vehicle without central
locking 26
Central locking system 27
Remote control 29
Anti-theft alarm system 30
Interior monitor and towing protection 31
Emergency locking of the doors 31
Boot lid 32
Electrical power windows 33
Panorama roof 35
Lights and visibility 36
Lights 36
Interior light 41
Visibility 42
Windscreen wipers and washers 42
Rear window 45
Seats and Stowage 47
Front seats 47
Head restraints 48
Rear seats 49Boot 51
Variable loading floor in the boot 55
Bicycle carrier in the luggage compartment 56
Roof rack system 58
Cup holders 59
Ashtray 60
Cigarette lighter, 12-volt power socket 60
Storage compartments 61
Clothes hooks 65
Parking ticket holder 66
Heating and air conditioning system 67
Heating and air conditioning system 67
Air outlet vents 68
Heating 68
Air conditioning system (manual air conditioning
system) 70
Climatronic (automatic air conditioning
system) 73
Starting-off and Driving 76
Starting and stopping the engine 76
Brakes and brake assist systems 78
Shifting (manual gearbox) 82
pedals 82
Parking aid 82
Cruise control system (CCS) 83
START/STOP 85
Automatic gearbox 87
Automatic gearbox 87
Communication 92
Mobile phones and two-way radio systems 92
Universal telephone preinstallation GSM II 92
Voice control 96
Multimedia 97 Safety
Passive Safety 100
General information 100
Correct seated position 101
Seat belts 104
Seat belts 104
Airbag system 109
Description of the airbag system 109
Front airbags 110
Side airbags 111
Head airbags 112
Deactivating airbags 113
Transporting children safely 115
Child seat 115
Driving Tips
Driving and the Environment 119
The first 1 500 km 119
Catalytic converter 119
Economical and environmentally friendly
driving 120
Environmental compatibility 122
Driving abroad 123
Avoiding damage to your vehicle 123
Driving through water on the street 124
Towing a trailer 125
Towing a trailer 125
General Maintenance
Taking care of and cleaning the vehicle 127
Taking care of your vehicle 127
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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 activate the hazard warning
light system » page 40. Note
■ If warning messages are shown in the information display, you need to confirm
these messages with the button B
» Fig. 7
on page 15 in order to call up the main
menu.
■ 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. ÐWarning lights
Overview
The warning lights show certain functions/faults and may be accompanied by au-
dible signals.
 Handbrake
» page 18
 Brake system
» page 18
 Fastening the seat belt
» page 18
 Generator
» page 18
 Open door
» page 19

 Engine oil
» page 19
  Coolant temperature/coolant level
» page 19 
Electrohydraulic power steering
» page 20
 Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
» page 20
 Traction control (TCS)
» page 21
 Antilock brake system (ABS)
» page 21
 Rear fog light
» page 21
 Bulb failure
» page 21
 Exhaust inspection system
» page 21
 Glow plug system (diesel engine)
» page 22
 EPC fault light (petrol engine)
» page 22
 Diesel particle filter (diesel engine)
» page 22
 Fuel reserve
» page 22
 Airbag system
» page 23
 Tyre control display
» page 23
 Windscreen washer fluid level
» page 23
 Traction control (TCS) switched off
» page 23
  Turn signal (left/right).
» page 23
 Low beam
» page 23
 Fog lights
» page 24£ 17
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
Speed regulating system
» page 24
 Selector lever lock
» page 24
 Main beam
» page 24WARNING
■ If illuminated warning lights and the corresponding descriptions and warn-
ing notes are not observed, this may result in severe injuries or major vehicle
damage.
■ The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. There is a risk of
injuries, scalding, accidents and fire when working in the engine compart-
ment, e.g. inspecting and replenishing oil and other fluids. It is essential to ob-
serve safety notes »
page 136, Engine compartment . ÐHandbrake 
The warning light  comes on if the handbrake is applied. An audible warning is
also given if you drive the vehicle for at least 3
seconds at a speed of more than
6 km/h.
The following is displayed in the information display:
Release parking brake! ÐBrake system 
The warning light  illuminates if the brake fluid level is too low or there is a
fault in the ABS.
The following is displayed in the information display:
Brake fluid: Owner's manual!
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the level of the brake flu-
id » page 142.
Further information » page 78, Brakes and brake assist systems. 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 activate the hazard warning
light system » page 40.
■ The following guidelines should be observed when opening the bonnet and
checking the brake fluid level » page 136, Engine compartment .
■ If the warning light  is displayed simultaneously with warning light
 » page 21, Antilock brake system (ABS) ,  do not continue your jour-
ney! Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage. ■ A fault to the braking system can increase the vehicle's braking distance! Ð Seat belt warning light 
The warning light  comes on after the ignition is switched on as a reminder for
the driver to fasten the seat belt. The warning light only goes out if the driver has
fastened his seat belt.
If the seat belt has not been fastened by the driver, a permanent warning signal
sounds at vehicle speeds greater than 20 km/h and simultaneously the warning
light  flashes.
If the seat belt is not fastened by the driver during the next 90 seconds, the
warning signal is deactivated and the warning light  lights up permanently.
Further information » page 104, Seat belts. Ð Dynamo 
If the warning light lights up  when the engine is running, the vehicle battery is
not being charged.
Seek help from a ŠKODA

specialist garage. The electrical system requires check-
ing. 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 activate the hazard warning
light system » page 40, Switches for the hazard warning light system .£
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Airbag system 
If the warning light  lights up, there is a fault in the airbag system.
The following is displayed in the information display: Error: Airbag
The functionality of the airbag system is also monitored electronically when one
airbag has been 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 4 seconds after switching on the ignition and
then flashes again for 12 seconds afterwards in 2 second intervals.
The following is displayed in the information display: Airbag/belt tensioner deactivated!
If the airbag was switched off using the key-operated switch on the side of the
dash panel on the passenger side:
› The warning light
 comes on for 4 seconds after the ignition has been switch-
ed on.
› switching off the airbag is indicated in the middle of the dash panel by the light-
ing up of the yellow indicator light in display

     » page 113 . WARNING
If there is a fault, have the airbag system checked immediately by a ŠKODA
specialist garage. Otherwise, there is a risk of the airbag not being activated in
the event of an accident. ÐTyre control display 
The warning light  lights up, if there is a substantial drop in inflation pressure in
one of the tyres. Check and adjust the pressure in all tyres.
If the warning light  lights up, there is a fault in the system.
Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.
Further information »

page 153, Tyre control display. Note
If the battery has been disconnected, the warning light  illuminates after the ig-
nition is switched on. The warning light should go out after driving a short dis-
tance. Ð Windscreen washer fluid level 
If the windscreen washer fluid level is too low, the warning light  comes on. Top
up with liquid » page 143.
The following is displayed in the information display: Top up wash fluid! Ð Switching off traction control system (TCS) 
The ASR is switched off by pressing the button » page 81 and the warning light
 illuminates.
The following is displayed in the information display: Traction control (ASR) deactivated. Ð Turn signal system 

Either the left  or right  warning light flashes depending on the position of the
turn signal lever.
If a turn signal light fails, 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.
Further information » page 40, Turn signal and main beam lever .Ð Low beam 
The warning light  comes on when low beam is selected » page 36.Ð
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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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›
Press the locking button in direction of the arrow
» Fig. 37 -  and pull the
head restraint out.
› To re-insert the head restraint, push it far enough down into the seat backrest
until the locking button clicks into place.
Best protection is achieved if the top edge of the head restraint is at the same
level as the upper part of your head.
The head restraints must be adjusted to match the size of the seat occupant. Cor-
rectly adjusted head restraints together with the seat belts offer effective protec-
tion for the occupants » page 101.WARNING
■ The head restraints must be correctly adjusted in order to offer effective
protection for the occupants in the event of an accident.
■ Never drive with the head restraints removed - risk of injury!
■ If the rear seats are occupied, the rear head restraint must not be in the
lower position. ÐRear seats
Adjusting seats in forward/back direction
Fig. 38
Releasing at the front/rear
› Pull the lever A
» Fig. 38 up in the direction of arrow 1
or on the release loop
in direction of arrow 2
and move the seat into the desired position 3
. WARNING
The following guidelines must be observed » page 102, Correct seated posi-
tion for the occupants on the rear seats . Ð Adjusting the angle of the seat backrest
Fig. 39
Adjusting the seat backrest
› Pull the lever 1
» Fig. 39 and adjust the required inclination of the seat back-
rest. WARNING
Check for yourself that the seat backrest is engaged by pulling on it. Ð Folding the seat backrest forwards and folding the seat fully
forwards
Fig. 40
Fold seat fully forwards/lock folded forward seats £
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Folding the seat backrest forwards
›
Put the belt tongue into the opening on the respective side of the vehicle -
safety position.
› Remove the head restraint from the rear middle seat
» page 48, Head re-
straints.
› Push the outer rear seats towards the rear as far as they will go
» page 49,
Adjusting seats in forward/back direction .
› Pull the lever 1
» Fig. 39 on page 49 and fold the seat backrest completely for-
wards.
› Pull the lever
» Fig. 40 up before folding the seat forwards fully.
Folding seats fully forwards and locking them
› If the outer rear seat is fully folded forward, push it towards the rear as far as it
can go.
› Pull the lever A
» Fig. 40 up and fold the seat forwards fully.
› Secure the folded forward seat with the aid of the fixing belt B
to a guide rod
of the head restraint for the front seat » Fig. 40. WARNING
■ Immediately lock the folded forward seat with the aid of the fixing belt to a
guide rod of the head restraint for the front seat - risk of injury.
■ The following guidelines must be observed » page 102, Correct seated posi-
tion for the occupants on the rear seats .CAUTION
If the outer seat is not in the rear end position when folding forward, damage can
occur to the locking bolts when unlocking the seat. Ð Unlocking and removing seats
Fig. 41
Unlocking the folded forward seat/carrying handles on the seat
cushion
› Fold the seat forward
» page 49, Folding the seat backrest forwards and fold-
ing the seat fully forwards .
› Unlock the folded forward seat by pressing the seat locks A
»
Fig. 41
in direc-
tion of arrow 1
.
› Remove the seat using the carrying handles B
or C
.
WARNING
The following guidelines must be observed » page 102. Note
The outer seats are not mutually interchangeable. In the rear area the left seat is
marked with the letter L and the right seat with the letter R.Ð
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Adjusting seats in crosswise direction
Fig. 42
Locking seats
› Remove the middle seat
» page 50, Unlocking and removing seats .
› Fold the outer seat forward
» page 49, Folding the seat backrest forwards and
folding the seat fully forwards and unlock » Fig. 41 on page 50.
› Move the folded forward and unlocked seat on the guide towards the middle of
the vehicle up to the stop.
› Lock the folded forward seat by pressing the seat locks A
» Fig. 42 in the di-
rection of arrow. ÐMove seats into the initial position
Fig. 43
Folding the seat backrest back
into position
› If the seat is removed, first of all position it on the guide and lock the
seat » Fig. 42 on page 51. Pull the seat upwards to ensure that the seat is
locked correctly.
› Fold the seat in the horizontal position until it can be heard to click. Check for
yourself that the seat can no longer be lifted by pulling it up.
› Press the lever
» Fig. 43 and fold back the seat backrest. Check for yourself that
the seat backrest is engaged by pulling on it.
› Remove the tongue of the lock from the safety position. WARNING
■ The belt locks must be in their original position after folding back the seat
cushions and backrests - they must be ready to use.
■ The seat backrests must be securely interlocked in position so that no ob-
jects in the luggage compartment can slide into the passenger compartment if
there is sudden braking - risk of injury! ■ When folding the seat backrest always make sure that it has safely locked
into position, this is confirmed by the position and a visible marking on the
cover of the lever. Ð Boot
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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Class

N1 vehicles 52
Fastening elements 52
Folding hooks 53
Fixing nets 53
Fixing floor covering of the luggage compartment 53
Boot cover 53
Net partition 54
Please observe the following for the purpose of maintaining good handling char-
acteristics of your vehicle:
› Distribute loads as evenly as possible.
› Place heavy objects as far forward as possible.
› Attach the items of luggage to the lashing eyes or using the fixing
net »
page 52 .
In the event of an accident, there is such a high kinetic energy which is produced
by small and light objects that they can cause severe injuries. The magnitude of
the kinetic energy is dependent on the speed at which the vehicle is travelling
and the weight of the object. The speed at which the vehicle is travelling is in this
case the more significant factor. £
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›
Unhook the support straps 1
» Fig. 47.
› Fold the luggage compartment cover forwards a little.
› Remove the cover from the holders 2
by pulling towards the rear, or by lightly
knocking on the underside of the cover in the area between the holders.
› To reinstall, first of all push the luggage compartment cover into the holders 2
and then hook the support straps 1
on the boot lid.
The luggage compartment cover can also be put into the lower position on the
supporting elements » Fig. 47 - .
The procedure of installing or removing is identical.
In this position you can store smaller objects up on the luggage compartment
cover up to a total weight of 2.5 kg. WARNING
No objects should be placed on the boot cover, the vehicle occupants could be
endangered if there is sudden braking or the vehicle collides with something. CAUTION
Please ensure that the heating elements for the rear window heater are not dam-
aged as a result of objects placed in this area. Note
When opening the boot lid, the luggage compartment cover is lifted up at the
same time- risk that objects placed in this area can slip forward! Ð Net partition
Fig. 48
Using the net partition behind the front/rear seats
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 51.
The net partition can either be installed behind the rear seats or behind the front
seats.
Installing the net partition behind the rear seats
›
Remove the boot cover » page 53, Boot cover.
› Remove the net partition from the bag.
› Unfold both parts of the cross rod until they are heard to engage.
› First of all insert the cross rod into the mount B
» Fig. 48
on one side and push
it forward. In the same way, insert the cross rod into the mount B
on the other
side of the vehicle.
› Hang the carabines C
at the ends of the belt into the lashing eyes behind the
rear seats.
› Pull the belt through the tensioning clasp on both sides- first of all on the one
side and then on the other side.
Removing the net partition
› Undo the belts on both sides and unhook the carabines C
» Fig. 48.
› Push the cross rod first of all on the one side and then on the other side to-
wards the rear.
› Remove the cross rod from the mounts B
.
Packing the net partition
› Press the red button of the joint A
» Fig. 48
- the joint becomes loose.
› Put the net partition folded together in the bag and close it.
› Attach the bag with the aid of the plastic carabines to the eyes on the left and
right boot trim panel. £
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Installing and removing the net partition behind the rear seats is carried out anal-
ogously as behind the rear seats. Use the lower fixing eyes on the carrier rails in
order to attach the carabines. To enlarge the boot, the rear seats can be removed.
Installing and removing the net partition behind the rear seats with variable load-
ing floor » page 55 is carried out analogously as behind the rear seats without
variable loading floor. To attach the carabines, use the lower eyes at the fixing
wedges on the front part of the variable loading floor.
The opening D
» Fig. 48
in the net partition is designed to feed through the
three-point seat belt » page 107, Seat belt for the rear middle seat .ÐVariable loading floor in the boot
Introductory information
The variable loading floor makes handling of bulky items of luggage easier. CAUTION
The maximum permissible load of the variable loading floor is 75 kg.Note
The room under the variable loading floor can be used to stow objects. ÐDividing the boot with variable loading floor
Fig. 49
Dividing the boot
› Lift up the part with the holder and secure it by sliding it into the grooves
marked with the arrows »

Fig. 49. Ð Removing/installing the variable loading floor
Fig. 50
Fold up variable loading floor/remove
Removing › Unhook the loops A
» Fig. 50 of the elastic partition out of the fixing points.
› Unlock the variable loading floor by turning the locking bolts B
to the left by
around 180°.
› Fold up the variable loading floor by moving it in the direction of the arrow C
.
› Fold up the variable loading floor in the direction of the arrow 1
and remove
by pulling in the direction of the arrow 2
.
Install
› Fold up the variable loading floor and place it on the carrier rails.
› Fold out the variable loading floor.
› Lock the variable loading floor by turning the locking bolts B
» Fig. 50 to the
right by around 180°.
› Secure the loops A
of the elastic partition to the fixing points.
WARNING
Ensure that the carrier rails and variable loading floor are correctly fastened
when installing the variable loading floor. If this is not the case, there is a risk
of injury for the occupants. Ð
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