ECO mode SKODA ROOMSTER 2014 1.G Owner's Manual

Instruments and Indicator Lights
Instrument cluster
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Overview
30
Engine revolutions counter
31
Speedometer
31
Coolant temperature gauge display
31
Fuel gauge
31
Counter for distance driven
32
Digital clock
32
Display of the second speed
32
Recommended gear
32
Fault display
The Error message will appear in the display if there is a fault in the instru-
ment cluster. Ensure that the fault is rectified as soon as possible by a special-
ist workshop.
WARNING■ Concentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver you are fully
responsible for road safety.■
Never operate the controls in the instrument cluster while driving, only
when the vehicle is stationary!
OverviewFig. 20
Instrument cluster
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
Revolutions counter with warning lights » page 31
Display:
› With counter for distance driven
» page 32
› With service interval display
» page 36
› With digital clock
» page 32
› With multifunction display (MFA)
» page 33
› With the MAXI DOT display
» page 37
Speedometer with warning lights » page 31
Coolant temperature gauge 1)
» page 31
Button for display mode:
› Setting the hours/minutes
» page 32
› Enable/disable the display of the second speed 2)
» page 32
› Service interval 2)
- Display of the number of days, kilometres or miles re-
maining until the next Service 3)
» page 36 
123451)
Applies for vehicles using the MAXI DOT display.
2)
Applies for vehicles with a segment display.
3)
Applies for models in which where the values are indicated in British measuring units.
30Operation

CAUTIONNever 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.
Counter for distance driven
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
The distance which you have driven with your vehicle is shown in km. In somecountries the measuring unit “mile” is used.
Daily trip counter (trip)
The trip counter indicates the distance you have driven since it was last reset -
in steps of 100 metres or 1/10 of a mile.
Reset trip meter
The meter can be reset by pressing and holding button
6
» Fig. 20 on
page 30 .
Odometer
The odometer indicates the total distance in kilometres or miles which the ve-
hicle has been driven.
Note
If the second speed display is enabled on vehicles with a segment display, this
speed will be shown instead of the odometer.
Digital clock
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
The clock is set with buttons
5
and
6
» Fig. 20 on page 30 .
Select the display that you wish to change with the button
5
and carry out
the change with the button
6
.
In vehicles equipped with the MAXI DOT display, it is also possible to set the
clock in the Time menu » page 38.
Display of the second speed
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
The display can show the current speed in mph 1)
.
This feature is provided for driving in countries with different units for speed.
MAXI DOT display
The display of the second speed can be set in the Settings menu
item » page 38 , Settings .
Segment display
›
Press the
5
» Fig. 20 on page 30 key repeatedly, until the odometer display
flashes » page 32 .
›
Press the
6
key while the display is flashing.
The second speed is displayed instead of the odometer.
Display of the second speed can be disabled in the same way.
Recommended gear
Fig. 21
Recommended gear
Read and observe on page 30 first.
The gear currently engaged is shown in the instrument cluster display
A
» Fig. 21 .
In order to minimise the fuel consumption, a recommendation for shifting into
another gear is indicated in the display. 
1)
On models on which the speedometer indicates mph, the second speed is displayed in km/h.
32Operation

If the control unit recognises that it is beneficial to change gear, an arrow B is
shown in the display. The arrow points up or down, depending on whether you
should shift into a higher or lower gear.
At the same time, the recommended gear is shown at A
instead of the gear
selected on vehicles with a manual gearbox.
CAUTION
The driver is always responsible for selecting the correct gear in different driv-
ing situations, such as overtaking.
Multifunction display (MFD)
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Memory
33
Operation
34
Multifunction display details
34
Warning against speeding
35
The multifunction display can only be operated when the ignition is switched
on. After the ignition is switched on, the function displayed is the one which
you last selected before switching off the ignition.
The multifunction display shown in the segment display » Fig. 22 on page 33
or in the MAXI DOT display depending on your vehicle model » page 37.
On vehicles with a MAXI DOT display » page 37, there is an option not to dis-
play some of the information.
WARNING■ Concentrate fully on your driving at all times. As the driver you are fully
responsible for the operation of your vehicle.■
Even at temperatures of around +4 °C, there may still be black ice on the
road surface. You should therefore not rely solely on the outside tempera-
ture display for accurate information as to whether there is ice on the road.
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.
MemoryFig. 22
Multifunction display
Read and observe on page 33 first.
The multifunction display is equipped with two automatic memories. The se-
lected memory is shown in the Display » Fig. 22.
The data of the single-trip memory (memory 1) is shown if a 1 appears in the
display. A 2 shown in the display means that data relates to the total distance
memory (memory 2).
Switch memories using button
B
» Fig. 23 on page 34 on the windscreen
wiper stalk.
Single-trip memory (memory 1)
The single-trip memory collates the driving information from the moment the
ignition is switched on until it is switched off. New data will also flow into the
calculation of the current driving information if the trip is continued within 2
hours after switching off the ignition. If the trip is interrupted for more than
2 hours , the memory is automatically erased.
Total-trip memory (memory 2)
The total trip memory collates the data from any number of individual trips up
to a total of 19 hours and 59 minutes or 1999 km or, for vehicles with a MAXI
DOT display, 99 hours and 59 minutes, or 9999 km. The memory is deleted
when either of these limits is reached and the calculation starts all over again.
Unlike the single-trip memory, the total-trip memory is not deleted after a pe-
riod of interruption of driving of 2 hours.
Note
All information in the memory 1 and 2 is erased if the battery of the vehicle is
disconnected.33Instruments and Indicator Lights

OperationFig. 23
Multifunction display: Control el-
ements
Read and observe on page 33 first.
The Toggle button for selecting menu items
A
» Fig. 23 and button
B
are
found on the wiper stalk.
Select menu items
›
Briefly press the top or bottom of rocker switch
A
» Fig. 23 . This opens the
individual menu items in the multifunction display one after the other.
Select memory
›
Press button
B
» Fig. 23 .
Reset memory
›
Select the desired memory.
›
Press and hold button
B
» Fig. 23 .
The following values from the memory selected will be set to zero by button
B
.
› Average fuel consumption.
› Distance driven.
› Average speed.
› Driving time
Multifunction display details
Read and observe
on page 33 first.
Outside temperature
The current outside temperature is displayed 1)
.
The temperature is shown with the snowflake symbol 
if the outside temper-
ature is below +4 °C.
This display flashes for a few seconds, then shows the most recently displayed
function 2)
.
If the temperature drops below +4 °C while the car is driving at a speed faster
than 10 km / h, a beep is also heard.
Driving time
The driving time elapsed since the memory was last erased appears in the dis-
play. Reset the memory to zero by pressing the button » page 34, Operation to
measure the driving time from a particular moment.
The maximum time indicated in both memories is 19 hours and 59 minutes and on vehicles which are fitted with a MAXI DOT display, it is 99 hours and 59 mi- nutes. The indicator is set back to zero when this period is exceeded.
Current fuel consumption
The current fuel consumption level is displayed in litres/100 km 3)
. You can use
this information to adapt your driving style to the desired fuel consumption.
The display appears in litres/hour if the vehicle is stationary or driving at a low
speed 4)
.
Average fuel consumption
The average fuel consumption since the memory was last erased is displayed
in litres/100 km 3)
.
Set the memory to zero at the start of a new measurement if you wish to de-
termine the average fuel consumption over a certain period » page 34, Opera-
tion . No value will appear in the display after it has been erased until you have
driven approximately 300 m. 
1)
This information is always shown on vehicles with a MAXI DOT display.
2)
This is not the case on the MAXI DOT display.
3)
On some models in certain countries, the display appears in kilometres/litre.
4)
On some models in certain countries, the display appears in --,- kilometres/litres if the vehicle is station-
ary.
34Operation

The speed limit set mode is stored even after the ignition is switched off and
on.
Service Interval Display
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Prompt in the segment display
36
Display in the MAXI DOT display
36
Resetting the service interval display
37
The service interval display shows the time and mileage to the next service
event.
The service due date is automatically displayed on the display and this infor-
mation can be displayed manually at any time if necessary.
The kilometre indicator or the days indicator reduces in steps of 100 km or
days until the service due date is reached.
The information regarding the service intervals can be found in the service
schedule.
Note
Information is retained in the Service Interval Display even after the vehicle
battery is disconnected.
Prompt in the segment display
Fig. 24
Example of a message
Oil change service
If an oil change service is due, the 
icon and the number 1 is displayed at the
position identified with the arrow for approximately 10 seconds » Fig. 24.
The  icon is shown together with the days and kilometres remaining to the
next service.
As soon as the service due date is reached, the flashing 
icon and the mes-
sage OIL CHNG appears in the display for about 20 seconds after the ignition is
switched on.
Inspection
If an inspection is due, the 
icon and the number 2 are displayed at the posi-
tion identified with the arrow for approximately 10 seconds » Fig. 24.
The 
icon is shown together with the days and kilometres remaining to the
next service.
As soon as the due date for the service is reached, the flashing  icon and the
INSPEC _ message appear in the display for about 20 seconds after the igni-
tion has been switched on.
Display the days and distance until the next service
You can press button 5
» Fig. 20 on page 30 repeatedly to display the remain-
ing distance and time to until the next service whenever the ignition is switch-
ed on.
The  icon appears together with the
 icon and the distance and time to the
next service appear in the display for about 10 seconds.
The distance and the days remaining until the next oil change service are dis-
played first; the distance and the days remaining until the next inspection are
displayed after the button
5
is pressed again.
Note
The kilometres remaining until the next service are displayed instead of the
odometer.
Display in the MAXI DOT display
Oil change service
If an oil change service is due, the message Oil change in ... km or .... days.
As soon as the service date has arrived, the message Oil change now! appears
after the ignition is switched on.
Inspection
If an inspection is due, the message Inspection in ... km or ... days.
As soon as the service interval date has arrived, the message Inspection now!
appears after the ignition is switched on. 
36Operation

SettingsRead and observe
on page 37 first.
You can change certain settings yourself through the MAXI DOT display. The
current menu item is shown in the top of the display under a line.
You can select the following menu options:
Language
You can set the language for the warning and information texts here.
MFD data
Activate or deactivate certain displays of the multifunction display here.
Time
The time, time format (12 or 24 hour indicator) and the changeover between
summer/winter time can be set here.
Winter tyres
Here, you can set the speed at which an audible signal should sound. This
function is, for example, used for winter tyres where the maximum permissible
speed is lower than the maximum speed of the vehicle.
The following is shown on the information display if this speed is exceeded: Winter tyres: max. speed ... km/h.
Units of measurement
The units for the temperature, consumption and distance driven can be set
here.
Alt. speed dis.
Display of the second speed in mph 1)
can be activated here.
Service
The days and kilometres remaining until the next service can be displayed
here.
Factory setting
The display can be restored to its factory settings here.
Door, boot lid and bonnet warning
Read and observe
on page 37 first.
If at least one door is open, or the boot or bonnet is open, the MAXI DOT dis-
play shows the vehicle with the corresponding door or boot/bonnet open.
An audible signal also sounds if the vehicle is travelling at more than 6 km/h.
Auto Check Control
Read and observe
on page 37 first.
Vehicle condition
Certain functions and conditions of individual vehicle systems are checked
continuously when the ignition is switched on and also while driving.
Some error messages and other information are displayed in the MAXI DOT
display. The messages are displayed simultaneously with the icons in the MAXI
DOT display or with the warning lights in the instrument cluster » page 39.
The Vehicle status menu item is shown in the main menu of the MAXI DOT
display whenever at least one fault message is present. The first of the fault
messages is displayed after this menu item is selected. Several error messages
are shown on the display under the message e.g. 1/3. This indicates that the
first of a total of three error messages is being displayed.
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.
Warning symbols
Engine oil pressure too low» page 40Clutches of the automatic DSG gearbox
are too hot» page 38Check engine oil level,
engine oil sensor defective» page 40
 Clutches of the automatic DSG gearbox are too hot
If the  symbol appears in the MAXI DOT display, this indicates that the tem-
perature of the automatic DSG gearbox clutches is too high. 
1)
On models on which the speedometer indicates mph, the second speed is displayed in km/h.
38Operation

The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display.Error: ABS
The vehicle will only be braked by the normal brake system without the ABS.
Seek help from a specialist garage.WARNING■ If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe
distance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard
warning light system » page 63.■
If the warning light 
» page 40 is displayed simultaneously with the ABS
warning light 
, 
do not continue your journey! Seek help from a special-
ist garage.
■
A fault to the ABS system or the braking system can increase the vehi-
cle's braking distance – there is a risk of accident.
 The rear fog light
Read and observe
on page 39 first.
The warning light  comes on when the rear fog lights are operat-
ing » page 62 .
 Bulb failure
Read and observe
on page 39 first.
The warning light  comes on if a bulb is faulty:
› within a few seconds of the ignition being switched on;
› when a light with a defective bulb is switched on.
The following message may be shown in the MAXI DOT display, for example. INFORMATION Check front right low beam!
Note
The rear side lights and the licence plate lighting have several light bulbs. The
indicator 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. Exhaust inspection system
Read and observe
on page 39 first.
If the warning light 
lights up, there is a fault in the exhaust inspection sys-
tem. The engine control unit allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
 Glow plug system (diesel engine)
Read and observe
on page 39 first.
The warning light  comes on after the ignition has been switched on. The
engine can be started immediately after the pre-glow warning light goes out.
There is a fault in the glow plug system if the warning light 
does not come
on at all or lights up continuously .
If the warning light  begins to
flash while driving, a fault exists in the engine
control. The engine control unit allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
 EPC fault light (petrol engine)
Read and observe
on page 39 first.
If the warning light  comes on or begins to flash while driving, a fault exists
in the engine control unit. The engine control unit allows the vehicle to run in
emergency mode.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
 Diesel particulate filter (diesel engine)
Read and observe
on page 39 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.
The  warning light comes on if soot has accumulated in the filter. 
43Instruments and Indicator Lights

In order to clean the filter, and where traffic conditions permit » , the vehicle
should be driven at an even speed of at least 60 km/h at engine speeds of 1
800 - 2 500 rpm for at least 15 minutes or until the warning light goes out with
the 4th or 5th gear engaged (automatic gearbox: position S) when the traffic
situation permits it.
The 
warning light only goes out once the diesel particulate filter has been
successfully cleaned.
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: Owner's manual!
The engine control unit allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode. After
switching the ignition off and on again the indicator light, the indicator light 
also lights up.
Seek help from a specialist garage.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.
CAUTION
As long as the warning light  lights up, one must take into account an in-
creased fuel consumption and in certain circumstances a power reduction of
the engine.Note■ We recommend avoiding regularly driving short distances to assist the com-
bustion process of the soot particles in the filter.■
Using diesel fuel with an increased sulphur content can considerably reduce
the service life of the filter. A ŠKODA Service Partner will be able to tell you
which countries use diesel fuel with a high sulphur content.
■
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 39 first.
The indicator light  will come on if the fuel level is less than 7 litres.
An audible signal sounds as a warning signal.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Please refuel. Range: ... km
Note
The text in the MAXI DOT display only goes out after the vehicle has been re-
fuelled and driven a short distance.
 Airbag system
Read and observe
on page 39 first.
If the warning light 
lights up, 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,
even if 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 comes on for around 4 seconds after the ignition is
switched on and then flashes for approximately another 12 seconds at 2 sec-
ond intervals.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Airbag/belt tensioner deactivated. 
44Operation

Foglights with the CORNER functionRead and observe
on page 59 first.
The CORNER function lights the front fog lamp on the relevant side of the ve-hicle to illuminate the area around the vehicle when turning, parking, etc.
The CORNER function is switched on automatically if the following conditions
are met.
› The turn signal is switched on or the front wheels are turned sharply to the
right or left 1)
.
› The engine is running.
› The vehicle is stopped or moves at a speed of no more than 40 km/h.
› The low beam is switched on.
› The daytime running lights are not switched on.
› The fog lights are not switched on.
› Reverse gear is not engaged.
Rear fog light
Read and observe
on page 59 first.
Switching on/off
›
First turn the light switch » Fig. 43 on page 61 to position
 or
.
›
Pull the light switch to position
2
.
The rear fog light is switched off in the reverse sequence.
If the vehicle is not fitted with fog lights, the rear fog light is switched on by pulling out the light switch directly to the only possible setting.
The warning light  lights up in the instrument cluster when the rear fog light
is switched on » page 39.
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.
Tourist lights
Read and observe
on page 59 first.
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 deacti-
vated.
Activating tourist light
Before activating the tourist light, the following conditions must be met.
Ignition switched off, light switched off (light switch in position 0), control dial
for headlamp beam adjustment in the  position, no gear engaged or selector
lever in the N position (automatic gearbox), tourist light deactivated.
›
Switch on the ignition.
Within 10 seconds of the ignition being switched on:
›
Turn the light switch to the  position
» page 59 , Switching the light on/off .
›
Engage reverse gear (manual gearbox) or move the selector lever to the R
position (automatic gearbox),
›
Turn the headlamp beam adjustment dial from  to

» page 60 .
Deactivating tourist light
Before deactivating the tourist light, the following conditions must be met.
Ignition switched off, light switched off (light switch in position 0), control dial
for headlamp beam adjustment in the  position, no gear engaged or selector
lever in the N position (automatic gearbox), tourist light activated.
›
Switch on the ignition.
Within 10 seconds of the ignition being switched on:
›
Turn the light switch to the  position
» page 59 , Switching the light on/off .
›
Engage reverse gear (manual gearbox) or move the selector lever to the R
position (automatic gearbox),
›
Turn the headlamp beam adjustment dial from  to

» page 60 .
Further information » page 118, Headlights . 
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.
62Operation

WARNING■Properly maintained windscreen wiper blades are essential for clear visi-
bility and safe driving » page 67.■
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.
■
Replace the windscreen wiper blades once or twice a year for safety rea-
sons. These can be purchased from a ŠKODA Partner.
CAUTION
■ In cold temperatures and during the winter, check before the journey or be-
fore 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 fro-
zen to the windscreen, this may damage both the blades and windscreen wip-
er 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 igni-
tion is turned back on. The windscreen wipers could freeze up in cold tempera-
tures between 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.
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
cleaner 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.
Windscreen wiper and washerFig. 50
Operating lever: Windscreen
wipers and washer settings
Read and observe and on page 66 first.
Control stalk positions » Fig. 50 .
Wipers off
Interval windscreen wiping
Slow windscreen wiping
Rapid windscreen wiping
Single windscreen wipe (spring-loaded position)
Automatic wipe/wash for windscreen (spring-loaded position)
Wiping the rear window (the windscreen wiper wipes at regular intervals
after a few seconds)
Automatic wipe/wash for the rear window (spring-loaded position)
Switch for setting the desired interval between the individual windscreen
wipes (
1
Interval windscreen wiping)
Automatic wipe/wash for windscreen
The wash system operates immediately, the windscreen wipers wipe some- what later.
Releasing the lever will stop the windscreen washer while the wipers continue
for another 1 to 3 wiper strokes (depending on the period the windscreen has
been sprayed).
Automatic wipe/wash for the rear window
The wash system operates immediately, the wiper wipes somewhat later.
Releasing the lever will stop the washer while the wipers continue for another
1 to 3 wiper strokes (depending on the period the window has been sprayed).
The lever will stay in position after releasing it
6
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