service indicator SKODA ROOMSTER 2014 1.G Owner's Manual

Table of Contents
Board literature4
Notes
5
Structure and more information about the
Operating Instructions
6
Abbreviations
Safety
Passive Safety
8
General information
8
Correct and safe seated position
9
Seat belts
12
Using seat belts
12
Inertia reels and belt tensioners
15
Airbag system
16
Description of the airbag system
16
Airbag overview
17
Deactivating airbags
20
Transporting children safely
22
Child seat
22
Fastening systems
25
Operation
Cockpit
29
Overview
28
Instruments and Indicator Lights
30
Instrument cluster
30
Multifunction display (MFD)
33
Service Interval Display
36
MAXI DOT display
37
Warning lights
39Unlocking and locking47Unlocking and locking47
Central locking system
49
Remote control
52
Anti-theft alarm system
53
Luggage compartment lid
54
Electrical power windows
55
Mechanical windows
58
Lights and visibility
59
Lights
59
Interior lights
63
Visibility
64
Windscreen wipers and washers
65
Rear window
67
Seats and stowing
69
Front seats
69
Rear seats
70
Head restraints
72
Boot
73
Variable loading floor in the luggage
compartment (Estate)
76
Bicycle carrier in the luggage compartment
78
Roof rack system
80
Useful equipment
80
Storage compartments
83
Praktik
87
Heating and air-conditioning
90
Heating, ventilation, cooling
90
Heating
91Air conditioning system (manual air
conditioning system)93
Climatronic (automatic air conditioning
system)
95
Communication and multimedia
97
Universal telephone preinstallation GSM II
97
Voice control
102
Multimedia
103
Driving
Starting-off and Driving
106
Starting and stopping the engine
106
Brakes
108
Manual gear changing and pedals
109
Automatic transmission
110
Running in
113
Economical driving and environmental
sustainability
113
Avoiding damage to your vehicle
117
Driving abroad
118
Assist systems
119
Brake assist systems
119
Parking aid
120
Cruise Control System
121
START-STOP
123
Tyre pressure monitoring
125
Hitch and trailer
126
Hitch
126
Trailer
129
General Maintenance
Car care
132
Services, modifications and technical
alterations
132
Washing vehicle
1352Table of Contents

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

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

Displaying the distance and days until the next service interval
You can display the remaining distance and days until the next service in the
Settings menu whenever the ignition is switched on » page 38.
The following message is displayed for 10 seconds. Oil change ... km / ... days
Inspection ... km / ... days
Resetting the service interval display
We recommend that the display reset is completed by a specialist garage.
We recommend that you do not reset the service interval display yourself. In-
correctly setting the service interval display could cause problems to the vehi-
cle.
Variable service interval
For vehicles with variable service intervals, after resetting the oil change serv-
ice display, the values of a new service interval are displayed, which are based
on the previous operating conditions of the vehicle.
These values are then continuously matched according to the actual operating
conditions of the vehicle.
MAXI DOT display
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Main menu
37
Settings
38
Door, boot lid and bonnet warning
38
Auto Check Control
38
The MAXI DOT display provides you with information about the current operat-
ing state of your vehicle . The information system also provides you with data
(depending on the vehicle equipment) relating to the radio, mobile phone, mul-
ti-functional display, navigation system, the device connected to the MDI input
and the automatic gearbox » page 110.
Lighting up of certain symbols is combined with an acoustic warning signal.
WARNINGConcentrate fully on your driving at all times. As the driver you are fully re-
sponsible for the operation of your vehicle.
Main menu
Fig. 25
Operating lever: MAXI DOT dis-
play controls
Read and observe on page 37 first.
›
Press and hold rocker switch
A
» Fig. 25 to activate the MAIN MENU.
›
Individual menu items can be selected by pressing rocker switch
A
. When
the pushbutton
B
is briefly pressed, the information you have selected is
displayed.
Overview of the menu items in the main menu.
■ MFD (Multifunction display) » page 33
■ Audio » Operating instructions for the radio
■ Navigation » Operating instructions for the navigation system
■ Phone » page 97 ;
■ Vehicle status » page 38
■ Settings » page 38
The Audio and Navigation menu items are only displayed when the factory-fit-
ted radio or navigation system is switched on.
Note
■ Warning messages shown in the information display must be confirmed by
pressing button B briefly » Fig. 25 to call up the main menu.■
The menu always shifts to one of the higher levels after 10 seconds if the
display is not currently active.
■
Using the factory-fitted radio or navigation system » Radio operating in-
structions or» Navigation system operating instructions .
37Instruments and Indicator Lights

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

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

CAUTION■Only top up with new coolant.■Do not use an alternative additive if the specified coolant is not available. In
this case, use only water and have the correct mixing ratio of water and cool-
ant additive restored by a specialist garage as soon as possible.
Brake fluid
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Checking the brake fluid level
152
Changing
152WARNING■ The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. The following
warning instructions must be followed at all times when working in the en-
gine compartment » page 145.■

Do not continue your journey if the fluid level has fallen below the MIN
marking » Fig. 138 on page 152 - there is a risk of an accident. Seek help
from a specialist garage.
■
Do not use used brake fluid - the function of the brake system may be im-
paired – risk of accident!
CAUTION
Brake fluid damages the paintwork of the vehicle.
Note
■ The brake fluid is changed as part of a compulsory inspection service.■We recommend using brake fluids from the ŠKODA Original Accessories
range.Checking the brake fluid levelFig. 138
Engine compartment: Brake fluid
reservoir
Read and observe and on page 152 first.
The brake fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment » Fig. 138.
›
Switch off the engine.
›
Open the bonnet.
›
Check the level of brake fluid in the reservoir » Fig. 138.
The level must be between the “MIN” and “MAX” markings.
A slight drop in the fluid level results in operation due to normal wear and tear
and the automatic adjustment of the brake pads.
There may be an indication of a leak in the brake system, however, if the fluid level drops significantly within a short time or if it drops below the “MIN” mark-
ing.
If the brake fluid level is too low, this is indicated by the indicator light

» page 40 ,
 Brake system
lighting up in the instrument cluster.
Changing
Read and observe
and on page 152 first.
Brake fluid absorbs moisture. Over time it therefore absorbs moisture from theenvironment.
Excessive water in the brake fluid may be the cause of corrosion in the brake
system.
The water content lowers the boiling point of the brake fluid. 
152General Maintenance

WARNING (Continued)■You must have your tyres replaced with new ones at the latest when the
wear indicators have been worn down.■
Worn tyres impair necessary adhesion to the road surface, particularly at
high speeds on wet roads. This could lead to “aquaplaning” (uncontrolled
vehicle movement – “swimming” on a wet road surface).
WARNING■ Having the correct tyre inflation pressure is always the driver's responsi-
bility.■
Too low or too high inflation pressure impairs handling.
■
If the inflation pressure is too low, the tyre will have to overcome a higher
rolling resistance. This will cause a significant increase in the temperature
of the tyre, especially at higher speeds. This can result in tread separation
and a tyre blowout.
■
In the event of very fast tyre inflation pressure loss, such as a sudden tyre
failure, an attempt should be made to bring the vehicle carefully to a stop
without sudden steering movements and without any hard braking.
CAUTION
■ If a spare wheel is used that is not identical to the fitted tyres, the following
must be observed » page 159, Spare and temporary spare wheel .■
The tyres must be protected from contact with substances such as oil,
grease and fuel, which could damage them. If the tyres come into contact with
these substances, then we recommend you have this checked out in a special-
ist workshop.
■
If, in the case of puncture occurring, the spare tyre with a non-bound direc-
tion or an opposite direction of rotation must be mounted, then drive carefully.
The best properties of the tyre are no longer present in this situation.
For the sake of the environment
■ Old and unserviceable tyres are classified in a special environmentally haz-
ardous category. These must be disposed of in accordance with national legis-
lation.■
Tyres that are insufficiently inflated increase your fuel consumption.
Note
■ We recommend that any work on the wheels or tyres be carried out by a spe-
cialist garage.■
We recommend that you use wheel rims, tyres, full wheel trims and snow
chains from ŠKODA Original Accessories.
Service life of tyresFig. 141
Principle sketch: Tyre tread with wear indicators/open fuel filler
flap with a table detailing the tyre sizes and tyre inflation pressures
Fig. 142
Replacing wheels
Read and observe and on page 156 first.
The service life of tyres depends on the inflation pressure, driving style and
other circumstances.
Tyre pressure
Check the tyre pressure, including that of the spare wheel, at least once a
month and also before setting off on a long journey.
The tyre pressures for tyres are shown on the inside of the fuel filler
flap » Fig. 141 –
.
The tyre pressure for the spare wheel should correspond to the highest pres-
sure specified for your vehicle.
Always check the inflation pressure when the tyres are cold. Do not reduce the
higher pressure on warm tyres. 
157Wheels

In vehicles with tyre pressure monitoring, tyre pressure values are to be stor-
ed » page 125 .
With greater additional load, adjust the tyre inflation pressure accordingly.
Driving style
Fast cornering, sharp acceleration and braking increase the wear of your tyres.
Balancing wheels
The wheels of a new vehicle are balanced. When driving, however, there are a
range of factors that may result in an imbalance. This may become apparent by
“vibration” in the steering. If this is the case, have the wheels checked by a
specialist garage.
Have the wheels likewise rebalanced after replacing the tyres.
Setting the vehicle geometry
Incorrect wheel alignment at the front or rear leads to excess wear on the
tyres and impairs driving safety. With a distinctive tyre wear, we recommend
that you check the setting of the vehicle geometry in a specialist workshop.
Tyre damage
We recommend checking your tyres and wheel rims for damage (punctures,
cuts, splits and bulges, etc.) on a regular basis. Remove foreign bodies (e.g.
small stones) from the tyre tread immediately.
Drive over kerbs and other such obstacles slowly and at right angles wherever
possible in order to avoid damage to tyres and wheel trims.
Immediately replace damaged wheel rims or tyres.
Replacing wheels
For uniform wear on all tyres, we recommend that you change the wheels ev-
ery 10 000 km according to schedule » Fig. 142. You will then obtain approxi-
mately the same life for all the tyres.
After a wheel has been replaced, the tyre pressure has to be adjusted.
In vehicles with tyre pressure monitoring, tyre pressure values are to be
saved » page 125 .
Storing tyres
Identify disassembled tyres so that the previous direction of rotation can be
maintained if the tyres are reassembled.
Always store wheels or tyres in a cool, dry place that is as dark as possible.
Tyres which are not fixed to a wheel trim should be stored upright.Wear indicators
The base of the tread of the tyres contains has a 1.6 mm high wear indica-
tor » Fig. 141 - 
. In some countries, different tyre wear rates may apply.
Markings on the walls of the tyres through the letters “TWI”, triangular sym-
bols or other symbols identify the position of the wear indicators.
Tyre age
Tyres age and lose their original characteristics, even if they are not being
used. The service life of the tyres is 6 years. Therefore, we recommend not us-
ing tyres that are older than 6 years.
Wheel bolts
Wheels and wheel bolts are matched to each other in terms of design. We rec-
ommend that you use wheel rims, tyres, full wheel trims and snow chains from
ŠKODA Original Accessories.
Note
In some countries, the vehicles have a sticker with tyre inflation pressure val-
ues without pictograms.
Unidirectional tyres
Read and observe
and on page 156 first.
The direction of rotation of the tyres is marked by arrows on the wall of the
tyre .
The indicated direction of rotation must be adhered to in order to ensure the
optimal characteristics of these tyres.
These characteristics mainly relate to the following: › Increased driving stability.
› Reduced risk of aquaplaning.
› Reduced tyre noise and tyre wear.
158General Maintenance

VINVehicle Identification Number183
Visors65
W
Warning lights
39
Warning symbols see warning lights
39
Warning triangle165
Washing Automatic car wash system
135
by hand135
Chrome parts137
High-pressure cleaner136
Washing vehicles135
Water Driving through
117
Wax treatment See Taking care of your vehicle
137
Weather conditions132
Wheel bolts Anti-theft wheel bolts
169
Caps160
Loosening and tightening168
Wheel rims156
Wheels Changing
166
Full trim159
General information156
Load index161
Replacing wheels157
Service life of tyres157
Snow chains164
Spare wheel159
Speed symbol161
Storing wheels157
Temporary spare wheel159
Tyre pressure157
Tyre size160, 161
Tyre sizes157
Tyre wear indicator157
Unidirectional tyres158
Winter tyres163
Window convenience operation57
Windows138
Deicing138
See Electrical power windows55
Window wipers Replacing the rear window wiper blade
67
Windscreen Deicing
138
Windscreen washer fluid Checking
147
Replenishing147
Warning light45
Winter147
Windscreen washer system147
Windscreen wash system Windscreen washer
66
Windscreen wiper Operate
66
Windscreen wipers Cleaning the windscreen wiper blades
67
Replacing the windscreen wiper blades67
Windscreen washer fluid147
Winter Deicing windows
138
Winter operation163
Snow chains164
Winter tyres163
Winter tyres See Wheels
163
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