parking brake 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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Table of Contents


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 .£
18 Using the system

Traction control system (TCS) 
The warning light flashes  to show that the ASR is currently operating.
If the warning light  comes on immediately after starting the engine, the ASR
can be switched off for technical reasons. Switch the ignition off and on again. If
the warning light does not light up after you switch the engine back on, the ASR
is fully functional again.
If the warning light  lights up, there is a fault in the ASR.
The following is displayed in the information display: Error: traction control (ASR)
Seek help from a ŠKODA
specialist garage.
The fact that the TCS system operates together with the ABS means that the TCS
warning light will also come on if the ABS system is not operating properly.
Further information » page 81, Traction control system (TCS). Note
If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the warning light  comes on after switching on the ignition. The warning light should go out after
driving a short distance. ÐAntilock brake system (ABS) 
If the warning light  lights up, there is a fault in the ABS.
The following is displayed in the information display: Error: ABS
The vehicle will only be braked by the normal brake system without the ABS.
Seek help from a

ŠKODA specialist garage. 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.
■ If the warning light  » page 18 is displayed simultaneously with the ABS
warning light ,  do not continue your journey! Seek help from a

ŠKODA
specialist garage. ■ A fault to the ABS system or the braking system can increase the vehicle's
braking distance - risk of accident! Ð The rear fog light 
The warning light  comes on when the rear fog lights are operating » page 39.Ð Bulb failure 
The warning light  comes on if a bulb is faulty:
› within 2 seconds of the ignition being switched on;
› when switching on the defective light bulb.
The following is displayed in the information display: Check front-right dipped beam! Note
The rear side lights and the licence plate lighting have several light bulbs. The in-
dicator light  only lights up if all light bulbs of the licence plate lighting or the
parking light (in one rear light) are defective. For this reason, regular check that
these light bulbs are working correctly. Ð Exhaust inspection system 
If the warning light  lights up, there is a fault in the exhaust inspection system.
The engine control unit allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.
Seek help from a

ŠKODA specialist garage. Ð
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Instruments and Indicator Lights

Activating/deactivating the parking aid
The parking aid is activated automatically when
reverse gear is engaged and the
ignition is turned on. This is confirmed by a brief audible signal.
The parking aid is deactivated by removing the reverse gear. WARNING
■ The parking aid is not a substitute for the driver paying proper attention and
it is always the driver's responsibility to take care when reversing the vehicle
or carrying out similar manoeuvres. Pay particular attention to small children
and animals as they are not recognised by the parking aid sensors.
■ Before reversing or parking, check that there is no small obstacle, such as a
rock, thin post, trailer drawbar etc., in front of or behind the vehicle. Such ob-
stacles may not be recognised by the parking aid sensors.
■ Under certain circumstances, surfaces of certain objects and types of cloth-
ing cannot reflect the signals from the parking aid. Thus, these objects or peo-
ple who wear such clothing are not recognised by the parking aid sensors.
■ External sound sources can have a detrimental effect on the parking aid.
Under unfavourable conditions, objects or people may not be recognised. Note
■ If a warning signal sounds for about 3 seconds after activating the system and
there is no obstacle close to your car, this indicates a system fault. Have the fault
rectified by a ŠKODA specialist garage. ■ The sensors must be kept clean (free of ice, etc.) to enable the parking aid to
operate properly.
■ If the parking aid is activated and the selector lever of the automatic gearbox is
in the position P, the warning signal is interrupted (the vehicle cannot move). ÐCruise control system (CCS)
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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Storing a speed 84
Changing a stored speed 84
Switching off the cruise control system temporarily 84
Switching off the cruise control system completely 84The cruise control system (CCS) maintains a constant speed, more than 30 km/h,
once it has been set, without you having to depress the accelerator pedal. This is
only possible within the range which is permitted by the power output and brak-
ing power of the engine.
The warning light
 illuminates in the instrument cluster when the cruise control
system is activated. WARNING
■ For safety reasons, the cruise control system must not be used in dense
traffic or on unfavourable road surfaces (such as icy roads, slippery roads,
loose gravel) - risk of accident!
■ The saved speed may only be resumed if it is not too high for the current
traffic conditions.
■ Always switch off the cruise control system after use to prevent uninten-
tional use of the system. CAUTION
■ Always depress the clutch pedal if switching to the neutral position (vehicle
with a manual gearbox) when the cruise control system is switched on! Otherwise
the engine can rev up unintentionally.
■ The cruise control system is not able to maintain a constant speed when driving
in areas with steeper gradients. The weight of the vehicle increases the speed at
which it travels. Therefore, shift to a lower gear in good time or slow the vehicle
down by applying the foot brake. Note
It is not possible on vehicles fitted with an automatic gearbox to switch on the
cruise control system if the selector lever is in the position P, N or R. Ð
83
Starting-off and Driving

When parking on a level road surface, it suffices to engage selector lever position
P. When parking on a slope, the handbrake should be applied firmly before the
park position is selected. This ensures that there is no excessive pressure on the
lock mechanism and that it is subsequently easier to move the selector lever out
of position P.
If the selector lever position N is accidentally selected while driving, it is first nec-
essary to release pressure on the accelerator pedal and wait for the idling speed
of the engine to be reached before the selector lever can be engaged in the drive
position. ÐStarting-off and driving
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 87.
Starting off
› Firmly depress and hold the brake pedal.
› Press the Shiftlock button (button in the selector lever handle), move the selec-
tor lever into the desired position » page 88 and then release the Shiftlock
button.
› Wait a moment until the gearbox has shifted (a slight engagement nudge can
be felt) 1)
.
› Release the brake pedal and accelerate.
Stop
› The selector lever position
N does not have to be selected when stopping for a
short time, such as at a cross roads. It is sufficient to hold the vehicle stationary
using the foot brake. The engine can, however, be allowed just to idle.
Parking
› Depress the brake pedal.
› Firmly apply the handbrake.
› Press and Shiftlock button in the selector lever, move the selector lever to
P
and then release the Shiftlock button. Ð
ä Selector lever positions
Fig. 86
Selector lever/information display: Selector lever positions
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 87.
The current selector lever position is indicated in the information display of the
instrument cluster 1
» Fig. 86
. P
- Parklock
The driven wheels are locked mechanically in this position.
The Parklock must only be engaged when the vehicle is stationary.
If you wish to move the selector lever into/out of this position, the Shiftlock but-
ton in the selector lever handle and the brake pedal must be actuated at the
same time.
If the battery is used, the selector lever cannot be moved out of the position P. R
- Reverse gear
Reverse gear must only be engaged when the vehicle is stationary and the en-
gine is idling.
The brake pedal must be depressed and at the same time the Shiftlock must be
pressed, if you wish to obtain the selector lever positions R, P or N.
When the ignition is switched on and the selector lever is in position R, the re-
verse lights will come on. £
ä
1)
Applies to AG.
88 Using the system

General Maintenance
Taking care of and cleaning the vehicle
Taking care of your vehicle
ä
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Washing the vehicle 128
Automatic car wash systems 128
Washing by hand 128
Washing with a high-pressure cleaner 128
Preserving and polishing the vehicle paintwork 129
Chrome parts 129
Paint damage 129
Plastic parts 129
De-icing windows and exterior mirrors 130
Radio reception and aerial 130
Headlight lenses 130
Rubber seals 130
Door lock cylinders 130
Wheels 131
Underbody protection 131
Protection of hollow spaces 131
Artificial leather and materials 132
Fabric covers on electrically heated seats 132
Natural leather 132
Seat belts 133
Regular and proper care help to retain the efficiency and value of your vehicle. It
may also be one of the requirements for the acceptance of warranty claims relat-
ing to corrosion damage and paint defects on the bodywork.
We recommend using care products from
ŠKODA Original Accessories that are
available from ŠKODA Service Partners. The instructions for use on the package
must be observed. WARNING
■ Care products may be harmful to your health if not used according to the in-
structions.
■ Always store care products in a safe place, out of the reach of children - risk
of poisoning! ■ When washing your vehicle in the winter: Water and ice in the brake system
can affect the braking efficiency - risk of accident! ■ Only wash the vehicle when the ignition is switched off - risk of accident!
■ Protect your hands and arms from sharp-edged metal parts when cleaning
the underfloor, the inside of the wheel housings or the wheel trims - risk of
cuts!
■ Air fresheners and scents can be hazardous to heath when the temperature
inside the vehicle is high. CAUTION
■ Be sure to check clothing for colourfastness to avoid any damage or visible
stains on the material (leather), panels and textiles.
■ Cleaners containing solvents can damage the material being cleaned.
■ Do not wash your vehicle in bright sunlight - risk of paint damage.
■ If washing the vehicle in the winter using a hose or high-pressure cleaner, en-
sure that the jet of water is not aimed directly at the locking cylinders or the
door/panel joints - risk of freezing!
■ Do not use any insect sponges, rough kitchen sponges or similar cleaning prod-
ucts - risk of damaging the surface of paintwork.
■ Do not stick any stickers on the inside of the rear windows, in the vicinity of the
heating elements or near the window aerial. These may get damaged. With re-
gard to the antenna, they may interfere with the radio or navigation system. ■ Do not clean the inside of the windows with sharp-edged objects or corrosive
and acidic cleaning agents - risk of damaging the heating elements or window
aerial.
■ Do not attach scents and air fresheners to the dashboard - risk of damage to
the dashboard.
■ To avoid damaging the parking aid sensors while cleaning with high-pressure
cleaners or steam jets, the sensors must only be directly sprayed for short periods
while a minimum distance of 10 cm must be observed.
■ Do not clean the roof trim with a brush - risk of damage to the trim surface. £
127
Taking care of and cleaning the vehicle

Fuses in the dash panel
Fig. 139
Underside of the dash panel:
Distribution board cover. Fig. 140
Schematic representation of the fuse box for vehicles with left-
hand steering/right-hand steering
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 166.
The fuses are located on the left side of the dash panel behind a cover.
›
Carefully remove the cover in the direction of the arrow
» Fig. 139.
› After the fuse has been replaced, replace the cover in the dash panel in the op-
posite direction of the arrow so that the guide lugs are guided into the open-
ings of the dash panel. Close the cover until it clicks into place.
Fuse assignment in the dash panel No. Power consumer
1 S-contact
2 START-STOP, air-conditioning system
3 Instrument cluster, headlamp beam adjustment ä No. Power consumer
4 Control unit for ABS, button for START STOP5 Petrol engine: Speed regulating system
6 Reversing light (manual gearbox) 7 Ignition, engine control unit, automatic gearbox
8 Brake pedal switch, clutch pedal switch
9 Operating controls for the heating, control unit for air conditioning sys-
tem, parking aid, control unit for cornering lights, radiator fan, washing
nozzles
10 Windscreen Wiper and Washer System 11 Mirror adjustment
12 Control unit for trailer detection
13 Control unit for automatic gearbox
14 Motor for halogen projector headlights with cornering light function 15 PDA navigation system
16 Electrohydraulic power steering 17 START-STOP (radio), daylight driving light
18 Mirror heater 19 S-contact
20 Alarm 21 Reversing light, fog lights with the function CORNER
22 Operating controls for the heating, control unit for air conditioning sys-
tem, parking aid, mobile phone, instrument cluster, steering angle
sender, ESC, vehicle voltage control unit, multifunction steering wheel
23 Interior lighting, storage compartment and luggage compartment, side
lights
24 Central control unit 25 Seat heaters
26 Rear window wiper 27 Telephone preinstallation
28 Petrol engine: AKF valve, Diesel engine: Control flap 29 Injection, coolant pump
30 Fuel pump, ignition, Cruise control system, operation of PTC relay 31 Lambda probe £ 167
Fuses and light bulbs

No. Power consumer
32 High pressure fuel pump, pressure valve
33 Engine control unit
34 Engine control unit, vacuum pump 35 Power supply of ignition lock
36 Main beam 37 Rear fog light, DC/DC converter START-STOP
38 Fog lights 39 Air blower for heating
40-41 Not assigned 42 Rear window heater
43 Horn
44 Windscreen wipers 45 Central control unit for convenience system
46 Engine control unit, fuel pump 47 Cigarette lighter, power socket in the luggage compartment
48 ABS, START-STOP (DC/DC) converter ESP 49 Turn signal lights, brake lights50 START-STOP (DC/DC) converter infotainment, radio 51 Electrical power window (front and rear) - left side
52 Electrical power window (front and rear) - right side
53 Parking light = left side, electrical sliding/tilting roof
54 START-STOP (instrument cluster), alarm 55 Control unit for automatic gearbox
56 Headlight cleaning system, parking light - right side 57 Left low beam, headlight range adjustment
58 Low beam on the right Ð Fuses in the engine compartment
Fig. 141
Vehicle battery: Distribution board cover. Fig. 142
Schematic representation of
fuse box in engine compartment
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 166.
›
Press together the circlips in the fuse box cover at the same time in the direc-
tion of arrow A
» Fig. 141
and remove the cover in the direction of arrow B
.
› Release the fixtures in the openings C
using a flat screwdriver and fold the
cover upwards in direction of arrow D
.
Fuse assignment in engine compartment No. Power consumer
1 Generator
2 Not assigned
3 Interior
4 Electrical auxiliary heating system 5 Interior £ ä
168 Do-it-yourself

›
Insert the plug A
into the socket B
.
› Retighten the screws and insert the cap. The cap must engage firmly. ÐChanging the bulb for the licence plate light
Fig. 150
Remove the licence plate light
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 169.
›
Open the luggage compartment door and unscrew the glass cover
» Fig. 150.
› Remove the faulty bulb from the holder and insert a new one.
› Replace the glass cover and push in until the stop. Make sure that you install
the rubber seal in the right direction.
› Slightly screw the glass cover. ÐTail lamp assembly
Fig. 151
Removing the tail light assembly/disconnecting the plug connection
ä Fig. 152
Remove the middle part of the light/bulb arrangement
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 169.
Bulb arrangement in the tail light assembly
» Fig. 152 1
- Brake lights
2
- Turn signal lights
3
- Reversing light
4
- Rear fog light
5
- parking lights
Removing and installing the tail light
› Open the boot lid.
› Unscrew the light
» Fig. 151 -  .
› Grip the light in the upper and lower area and move backwards somewhat.
› Disconnect plug connection
» Fig. 151 - .
› To access the bulbs, unscrew the middle of the light and press off the latching
mechanism » Fig. 152 -  .
› To reinstall, screw the middle part of the light onto the housing of the rail light.
› Reconnect the plug connection and put the light into the original position.
› Screw the light into place
Replacing the bulbs in the tail lamp assembly
› Remove the faulty bulb 1
, 2
, 3
or 4
» Fig. 152 from the holder and insert a
new bulb.
› To replace the bulb, turn the bulb holder 5
anti-clockwise
up to the stop and
remove it from the housing.
› Replace the bulb, insert the holder with the bulb into the housing and turn
in a
clockwise direction to the the stop. Ð
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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