2009 SKODA FABIA tow

Lights and Visibility53
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Technical Data
Fog lights with the function “Corner”*
The fog lights with the function “Corner” improve the illumination of
areas close to the vehicle when turning, parking etc.The fog lights with the function “Corner” are regulated according to the steering
angle or after switching on the turn signal light
4) in the following circumstances:
•
the vehicle is stationary and the engine is running or it moves with a speed of
maximum 40 km/h;
•
the daylight driving lights are not switched on
•
low beam switched on;
•
no reverse gear engaged;
•
no hazard warning light system switched on.
A fault in the system of the fog lights with the function “Corner” is confirmed by the
warning light lighting up or flashing
.
Note
If the fog lights are switched on, the function of the lights “Corner” is not active.Rear fog light

Switching on the rear fog light
– First of all turn the light switch into position

or

⇒page 52,
fig. 50.
– Pull the light switch out to the second detent . The fog lights* light
up at the same time.
If the vehicle is not fitted with fog lights*, the rear fog light is switched on by turning
the light switch to the position
 and is pulled out directly to the position . This
switch does not have two positions, but only one position.The rear fog light warning light
 ⇒page 26 lights up in the instrument cluster
when the fog light is switched off.
Only the rear fog light of the trailer lights up if the vehicle is fitted with a towing
device from Škoda original accessoriesand when you are towing a trailer which
is fitted with the rear fog light.
Caution
The rear fog light should only be switched on if visibility is particularly poor
(conform with any varying legal provisions) to avoid dazzling vehicles behind your
vehicle.Headlamp range adjustment

Once the low beam is switched on you can then adapt the range of
the headlights to the load of the vehicle.– Turn the control dial ⇒fig. 51 until you have adjusted the low beam
so that oncoming traffic is not dazzled.Settings
The positions correspond approximately to the following vehicle loads:
Front seats occupied, luggage compartment empty.
All seats occupied, luggage compartment empty.
4)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.
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Fig. 51 Dash panel: Lights
and Visibility
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Lights and Visibility57
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VisibilityRear window heater– Press switch

⇒fig. 57 to switch on the rear window heater.
The rear window heater only operates when the engine is running. An indicator
light in the switch is illuminated when the rear window heater is switched on.
The rear window heater switches off automatically after 20 minutes. If you press
the switch
 once again, the rear window heater is switched on permanently -
the automatic deactivation is thus deactivated.
For the sake of the environment
As soon as the window is de-iced or free from mist, the heating should be switched
off. The reduced current consumption will have a favourable effect on fuel
economy ⇒page 167, “Saving electricity”.
Sun visors
Using the sun visors can contribute to increasing road safety.You can pull the sun visor for the driver or front passenger out of the fixture and
swivel it toward the door in the direction of the arrow ⇒fig. 58.
The vanity mirrors* in the sun visors are provided with covers. Push the cover in
direction of arrow .
On vehicles which are equipped with double sun visor*, you can also unfold the
auxiliary visor after swivelling the sun visor⇒fig. 59.
Fig. 57 Switch for rear
window heater
Fig. 58 Sun visor: swivelling
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WARNING
The sun visors must not be swivelled to the side windows into the deploy-
ment area of the head airbags if any objects, such as ball-point pens etc. are
attached to them. This might result in injuries to the occupants if the head
airbag is deployed.Windshield wiper and wash systemWindshield wiper
You can operate the windscreen wipers and automatic wipe/wash
using the windscreen wiper lever.The windscreen wiper lever ⇒fig. 60 has the following positions:
Finger-operated wiping
– Position the lever down into position if you wish to wipe the wind-
screen only for a single wipe - spring-tensioned position.
Intermittent wiping
– Position the lever up into position .– Set with the switch the desired break between the individual wiper
strokes
Slow wipe
– Position the lever up into position .
Fast wipe
– Position the lever up into position .
Automatic wipe/wash for windscreen
– Pull the lever towards the steering wheel into position and the
widescreen wiper and wash system will operate - in the sprung posi-
tion.
– Release the lever. The windscreen wash system stops and the wiper
continues for another 1 - 3 wiper strokes (depending on the period of
spraying of the windscreen).
Wiping the rear window pane*
– Push the lever away from the steering wheel into position
⇒fig. 60, the widescreen wiper will operate every 6 seconds.
Automatic wipe/wash for the rear window pane*
– Push the lever away from the steering wheel into position - the
widescreen wiper and wash system will operate - in the sprung posi-
tion.
– Letting go of the lever will cause the windscreen wash system to stop
and the wiper to continue for another 1 - 3 wiper strokes (depending
on the period of spraying of the windscreen). The lever will stay in
position after releasing it .
Switching windscreen wipers off
– Move the lever back into its home position .
Fig. 60 Windscreen wiper
lever
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Lights and Visibility 60therefore important to degrease the lips of the wiper blades after every pass
through an automatic vehicle wash system.
WARNING
•
If the windscreen wipers are handled carelessly, there is a risk of damage
to the windscreen.
•
You should clean the wiper blades regularly with a windscreen cleaner in
order to avoid any smears. Clean a wiper blade with a sponge or cloth if it is
very dirty, for example from insect residues.
•
Replace the wiper blades once or twice a year for safety reasons. The
wiper blades are available from specialist garages.
Replacing the wiper blade on the rear window wiperTaking off the wiper blade
– Fold windscreen wiper arm out from the windscreen and position the
wiper blade at right angles to the wiper arm ⇒fig. 62.
– Hold the window wiper arm at the top end with one hand.
– With the other hand unlock the locking button in the direction of
arrow and remove the wiper blade.Attaching a wiper blade
– Position the wiper blade onto the wiper arm and lock the locking
button .
– Check whether the wiper blade is correctly attached.
The same remarks apply here as for ⇒page 59.Rear mirrorYou can adjust the exterior mirrors electrically*.Adjust the rear mirror before commencing to drive so that there is a clear
view to the rear.
Dimming the interior mirror
– Pull the lever on the bottom edge of the mirror toward rear (the lever
on the interior mirror must point forwards in it home position).
Heating of the external mirror*
– Turn the rotary knob to position
 ⇒fig. 63.
Fig. 62 Wiper blade for rear
windowAA
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Fig. 63 Inner part of door:
Rotary knob
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Technical Data The luggage compartment cover can also be put into the lower position on the
supporting elements ⇒page 70, fig. 78.
The luggage compartment cover in the lower position is foreseen for storage of
small objects of up to 6 kg. in weight.
The luggage compartment cover can also be stowed behind the rear seats
⇒fig. 79.
WARNING
No objects should be placed on the luggage compartment cover, the vehicle
occupants could be endangered if there is sudden braking or the vehicle
collides with something.
Caution
Please ensure that the heating elements of the rear window heater are not
damaged as a result of objects placed in this area.
Note
When opening the boot lid, lift the luggage compartment cover - risk that objects
placed in this area can slip forward!
Foldable luggage compartment cover (Combi)Pulling out
– Pull the foldable luggage compartment cover in direction of arrow
as far as the stop into the secured position ⇒fig. 80.
Folding
– Press the cover in the handle area in direction of arrow , the cover
rolls up automatically.
Fig. 79 Luggage compart-
ment cover stowed behind
the rear seats.
Fig. 80 Luggage compart-
ment: foldable luggage
compartment coverFig. 81 Luggage compart-
ment: removing the foldable
luggage compartment cover
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WARNING
When transporting the bicycles in the luggage compartment, ensure the
safety of the passengers transported.Install bicycle carrier– Position the approved bicycle carrier on the middle of the cross
member, after pulling up the screw push the frame side rail (alu-
part) towards the cross member and screw the screw into the nut
⇒fig. 93.
– Slacken the screw and take it out of the moveable part of the
fixture; position the moveable part of the carrier, depending on
bicycle size, into one of the possible positions, so that it does not
come in contact with the boot lid. We recommend to place the move-
able part of the fixture in such a position that the holes are visible
between the screw and the moveable part.
– Insert the screw into the desired position and tighten.
Put bicycle into the bicycle carrier– Remove the front wheel before putting the bicycle into the vehicle.
– Slacken the quick tension jack on the fixing axle of the bicycle carrier
and adjust according to the width of the bicycle fork.
– Fit the bicycle fork onto the fixing axle and tighten with the quick
tension jack ⇒fig. 94.
– Position the left pedal of the bicycle forward, in order to attach the
front wheel more easily.
Fig. 93 Install bicycle carrier
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Fig. 94 Put in the bicycleFig. 95 Fastening the front
wheel
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WARNING
•
Take care when using the cigarette lighter! Not paying proper attention
or incorrect use the cigarette lighter in an uncontrolled manner may result in
burns.
•
The cigarette lighter and the power socket also operates when the igni-
tion is switched off or the ignition key withdrawn. This is why you should
never leave children unattended in the vehicle!Caution
Always use matching plugs to avoid damaging the power socket.
Note
Connecting electrical components when the engine is not running will drain
the battery of the vehicle - risk of battery draining!Power socket in the luggage compartment– Open the cover of the power socket ⇒fig. 106.
– Connect the plug of the electrical appliance to the socket.
You can only use the power socket for the connection of approved electrical acces-
sories with a power uptake up to 180 watts. The vehicle battery will be discharged
in the process if the engine is stationary.
The same remarks apply here as for ⇒page 82.
Further information ⇒page 204, “Accessories, changes and replacement of
parts”.Storage compartmentsOverviewYou will find the following storage facilities in your vehicle:
WARNING
•
Please do not place anything on top of the dash panel. Such objects
might slide or fall down when driving (when accelerating or cornering) and
may distract you from concentrating on the traffic situation - risk of acci-
dent!
Fig. 106 Luggage compart-
ment: Power socket
Storage compartments on the front passenger side*
⇒page 84
Storage compartment on the driver's side
⇒page 85
Storage compartment for spectacles*
⇒page 85
Stowage compartment in centre console
⇒page 85
Storage compartment in the front seat*
⇒page 85
Front seat armrest with storage compartment*
⇒page 86
Storage compartment in the front doors
⇒page 86
Storage compartments in the luggage compartment
⇒page 87
Flexible storage compartment*
⇒page 87
Clothes hooks*
⇒page 88
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Storage compartment on the driver's sideUnlockable compartment below the steering wheel on the left.Storage compartment for spectacles*– Press on the lid of the stowage compartment, the stowage compart-
ment opens downwards ⇒fig. 110.
WARNING
The storage compartment must always be closed when driving for safety
reasons - risk of head injury.Stowage compartment in centre consoleUnlocable compartment in the centre console.Storage compartment in the front seat*
Fig. 109 Dash panel: Storage
compartment on the driver's
sideFig. 110 Detail of the head-
liner: Storage compartment
for spectacles
Fig. 111 Centre console:
Storage compartmentFig. 112 Front seat: Storage
compartment
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