2007 SKODA FABIA charging

Lights and Visibility50
Lighting of storage compartme nt on the front passenger side
– When opening the flap of the st orage compartment on the front
passenger side the lighting in the storage compartment comes on.
– The light switches on automatically when the parking light is switched
on and goes out when the flap is closed.
The interior light is switched on for about 20 seconds when a vehicle with a central locking system is unlocked, when a door is opened or when the ignition key is removed. The requirement for this is that th e switch is in the door contact position. The inner light goes out out immediatel y after the ignition is switched on.
A time delay switch* causes the inner lighting on vehicles without a central locking system stays on for a few seconds after the doors have been closed. The inner light goes out out immediately after the ignition is switched on.
The interior lighting is switched off after about 30 minutes when a door has been left open in order to avoid discharging the battery of the vehicle.
Rear interior lighting* - type 1
The rear interior lighting ⇒fig. 40 is actuated by moving the switch to the symbol , O or to the middle position .
The same principles apply for the interior li ghting at the rear as for the for the inte- rior lighting at the front ⇒page 49.
Note
We recommend having the bulb replaced by a specialist garage.
Rear interior lighting* - type 2
The rear interior lighting is operated by pressing the button ⇒fig. 41.
The button has two positions for the interior li ghting at the rear. In the first position, the interior lighting is switched on pe rmanently, in the second position (after pressing) it is switched via the door contacts.
Note
We recommend having the bulb replaced by a specialist garage.
Luggage compartment light
The lighting comes on automatically when the boot lid is opened. The luggage compartment lighting will switch off agai n automatically if the boot lid remains open for more than about 30 minutes.
Fig. 40 Roof liner light at the rear
Fig. 41 Roof liner light at the rear
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Communication102
Caution
Taking the mobile phone out of the adapter during the call can lead to interruption of the connection. When taking out th e mobile phone, the connection to the factory-fitted antenna is interrupted, this reduces the quality of the transmitting and receiving signal. This might result additionally in harmful radiation from the mobile phone in the interior of the ve hicle and the charging of the telephone battery is interrupted.
Note
•Please also refer to the additional instructions ⇒page 109, “Mobile phones and two-way radio systems”.
•Please contact your Škoda Service Partner if there are any points which are not clear.
•The voice control of the telephone is only possible for adapters with PTT button. Suitable adapters are available at a Škoda Service Partner.
Inserting the mobile phone and adapter
Only one telephone mount is factory-fitted. An adapter for the mobile
phone can be purchased from Škoda original accessories.
Inserting the mobile phone and adapter
– First of all push the adapter in the direction of arrow ⇒fig. 102 up to
the stop into the mount. Press the adapter slightly downwards, until it
locks securely into position.
– Insert the mobile phone into the adapter (as specified in manufac-
turer's instructions).
Removing the mobile phone and adapter
– Press simultaneouly the side locks of the mount and remove the
mobile phone and adapter ⇒fig. 102.
This enables you to make full use of the advantages of a normal carphone (“hands- free system” using a microphone integrated in the vehicle, optimal transmission of signals using an external aerial etc.). The battery of the mobile phone is also constantly charged.
Mobile phone operation
If you select the menu PHONE in the information display and the phone is not in the adapter, INSERT PHONE is shown on the display.
After inserting the phone in the adapter, th e system begins to load the phone book from the phone and the SIM card into the information display.
Fig. 102 Universal prep- aration for the mobile phone
Fig. 103 Multi-func-tional module: control buttons
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Communication109
Using the systemSafetyDriving TipsGeneral MaintenanceBreakdown assistanceTechnical Data
In the modern business worl d as well as within the private sector the mobile communication gains increasingly on impo rtance. Mobile phones from different manufacturers can be connected with the hands-free system by means of Blue- tooth. During the connecting procedure, no other mobile phone may be connected via Bluetooth with the hands-free system.
Up to four mobile phones can be connected to the hands-free system by means of Bluetooth, whereby only one mobile ph one can communicate via Bluetooth with the hands-free system. If a fifth mobile phone is connected to the handsfree- system, then the telephone, which has been used together with the handsfree system for the shortest period, is disconnected.
Establishing the Bluetooth connection
After switching on the ignition, the Blue tooth connection is automatically estab- lished for the already adapted mobile phone 3). You can hear an increasing tone sequence from the loudspeakers of the vehicle.
Disconnecting the Bluetooth connection
After withdrawing the ignition key, the Bluetooth connection is disonnected. You can hear an increasing tone sequence from the loudspeakers of the vehicle.
WARNING
•Pay attention primarily to the traffic situation! As the driver you are fully responsible for the traffic safety. Use the telephone system only to such an extent, so that you are in full control of your vehicle at any time - risk of acci- dent!
•In the event of air transport, the Bluetooth function of the handsfree- system must be switched off by a specialist garage.
Caution
Taking the mobile phone out of the adapter during the call can lead to interruption of the connection. When taking out the mobile phone, the connection to the factory-fitted antenna is interrupted, this reduces the quality of the transmitting and receiving signal. This might result additionally in harmful radiation from the mobile phone in the interior of the ve hicle and the charging of the telephone battery is interrupted.
Note
•Not valid for all mobile phones which enable a communication via Bluetooth.
•Please operate your mobile phone exclusively with a suitable adapter, in order to keep a low radiation in the vehicle.
•Inserting the mobile phone into the adapter ensures an optimal sending and receiving power and offers at the same ti me the advantage of the battery charging.
•If you insert the mobile telephone into the adapter, the connection is estab- lished via the interface in the adapter set and the Bluetooth connection is discon-nected. You can hear an increasing tone sequence from the loudspeakers of the vehicle.
•Note that the range of the Bluetooth connection to the handsfree-system is limited to the vehicle interior. The range is dependent on local factors, e.g. obstacles between the devices and interferences with other devices. If your mobile phone is e.g. in a jacket pocket, this can lead to difficulties when establishing the Bluetooth connection with the handsfree-sy stem or the data transfer.
•If you have set the Portuguese language in the information display, it is used automatically for the mobile phone operatio n, as this is the language, which was entered during coding of the handsfree-system.
•On certain mobile phones with operating system, it is necessary to install on the mobile phone an application of the mobi le phone manufacturer, which enables the take-over of the phone phonebook via Bluetooth.
Mobile phones and two-way radio systems
We recommend that you have the installation of a mobile phone and two-way radio system in a vehicle carried out by a Škoda Service Partner.
Škoda Auto a.s. permits the operation of mobile phones and two-way radio systems with a professionally installed ex ternal aerial and a maximum transmission power of up to 10 watts.
Our Škoda Service Partners are also happy to inform you about the possibilities available for installing and operating mo bile telephones and radio transmitters which have an output greater than 10 watts. The Škoda Service Partners can provide
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Inspecting and Replenishing183
Using the systemSafetyDriving TipsGeneral MaintenanceBreakdown assistanceTechnical Data
Battery with a charge level indicator, the so-called magic eye*
There is a so-called magic eye ⇒fig. 152 located on the top of the battery. The “magic eye” changes its colour in line with the charge state of and electrolyte level in the battery.
Air bubbles can influence the colour of th e “magic eye”. For this reason carefully knock on the “magic eye” before carrying out the check.
•Green colour - the battery is adequately charged.
•Dark colour - the battery has to be charged.
•Colourless or yellow colour - we recommend you have the battery checked by a Škoda Service Partner.
Batteries, which are more than 5 years ol d, must be replaced. We recommend you have the electrolyte level inspected and adjusted to the correct level or the battery replaced if necessary by a Škoda Service Partner.
Caution
If the vehicle has not been driven for mo re than 3 to 4 weeks, the battery will discharge because certain el ectrical components consume electricity (e.g. control units) also in idle state. You can prevent the discharging of the battery by discon- necting the negative terminal or charging the battery constantly with a very low charging current. Please also refer to the notes when working on the battery ⇒ page 181, “Working on the battery”.
Inspecting the electrolyte level
The battery is practically maintenance-free under normal operating conditions. We do, however, recommend that you have the electrolyte level inspected from time to time by a Škoda Service Partner when outside temperatures are high or when driving on long trips. You should also check the electrolyte level ⇒page 183 each time the battery is charged.
The battery acid level will also be chec ked as part of the Inspection Service.
Operation in winter
The battery has to provide greater amounts of electricity during the winter. It also has only part of the initial power output at low temperatures that it has at normal temperatures.
A discharged battery may already freez e at temperatures just below 0°C.
We therefore recommend that you have the battery checked by a Škoda Service Partner before the start of the winter, and recharged if necessary.
Charging the battery
A properly charged battery is esse ntial for reliably starting the
engine.
– Read the warning notes ⇒ in “Working on the battery” on
page 181 and ⇒.
– Switch the ignition and a ll electrical components off.
– Only for “quick-charging”: Disconnect both battery cables (first of all
“negative”, then “positive”).
– Carefully attach the terminal clamps of the charger to the battery
terminals (red = “positive”, black = “negative”).
– You can now plug the mains cable of the charger into the power socket
and switch on the charger.
Fig. 152 Battery with a charge level indicator
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– When charging is completed: switch the charger off and unplug the
mains cable from the power socket.
– Only then should you disconnect the terminal clamps of the charger.
– Reconnect the cables to the battery (first of all “positive”, then “nega-
tive”).
It is not normally necessary to disconnect the cables of the battery if you recharge the battery using low amperages (as for example from a mini-charger). Please also refer to the instructions from the charger manufacturer.
A charging current of 0.1 of the total battery capacity (or lower) is that which should be used until full charging is achieved.
It is, however, necessary to disconnect both cables before charging the battery with high amperages, so-called “ quick-charging”.
“Quick-charging” a battery is dangerous ⇒ in “Working on the battery” on page 181. It requires a special charger an d appropriate knowledge. We therefore recommend that you have your battery qu ick-charged only by your Škoda Service Par tner.
A discharged battery may already freeze at temperatures just below 0°C ⇒. We recommend that you no longer use a ba ttery which has thawed out because the casing of the battery may be cracked thro ugh the formation of ice and this would allow battery electrolyte to flow out.
The vent plugs of the battery should not be opened for charging.
WARNING
Never charge a frozen or thawed battery - risk of explosion and caustic burns! Replace a frozen battery.
Disconnecting and reconnecting the battery
On disconnecting and reconnecting the battery the following functions are initially deactivated or are no longer able to operate fault-free.
We recommend having the vehicle checked by a Škoda Service Partner to ensure full functionality of all electrical systems.
Replacing the battery
You should only replace a battery with a new battery of the same capacity, voltage (12 V), amperage and of the same size. Škoda Service Partners have a range of suit-able batteries available.
We recommend that you only have an ol d battery disposed of by your Škoda Service Partner since it does require special disposal.
For the sake of the environment
Batteries contain poisonous substances such as sulphuric acid and lead. They must be disposed of in accordance with loca l environmental protection regulations and on no account as domestic waste.
OperationOperating measure
Electrical power window (operational faults)⇒ page 42
Enter radio code numbersee Radio Operating Instruc- tions
Set hours⇒ page 13
Data in the multi-functional indicator* are deleted.⇒ page 13
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Index233
Index
A
Abroad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
ABS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Adjusting seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56, 115
Adjusting the steering wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Air conditioning system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Air outlet vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Deployment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Front airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Head airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Side airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Airbag system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Alternator
Warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Antilock brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Antilock brake system - ABS
Warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Anti-theft alarm system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Ashtray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Auto Check Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Auto Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Automatic gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Emergency programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Kickdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Tiptronic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Automatic vehicle wash systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
Automatic wiper/washer system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Avoiding damage to your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
B
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22, 181
change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
Charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
Inspecting the electrolyte level . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
Operation in winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
Before setting off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Belt tensioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Belt tensioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Bluetooth™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Bonnet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
Boot lid
Warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Brake
Handbrake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Brake booster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180
Brake pads
Warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Brake system
Warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209
Button on the driver's door
Central locking system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
C
Car jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Car state . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Catalytic converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
CD changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Central locking system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
unlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Changing a wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Changing the engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Changing wheels around . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
Charging the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
Warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Check engine oil level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176
Child safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Side airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Child safety lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
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