2009 SKODA FABIA boot

Seats and Storage79
Using the system
Safety
Driving Tips
General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
Technical Data
– Pull the strap through the tensioning clasp, first of all on the one side
and then on the other side.
– If it is necessary, the position of the bicycles in the vehicle can be addi-
tionally rectified.
WARNING
•
When transporting passengers and objects, which require the seats to be
folded forwards, ensure the safety of the passengers being transported.
•
Place the bicycles in the bicycle carrier in such a position that no collision
between the steering arm and the rear window can occur.
The roof rack*Roof rail*Pay attention to the following points if you wish to transport luggage or other items
on the roof of your vehicle:•
A special roof luggage rack system was developed for the vehicle, that is why
you should only use a roof luggage rack which has been released for use by Škoda
Auto.
•
The roof rail is the basis for a complete roof luggage rack system. Separate addi-
tional holders are required for safety reasons for transporting luggage, bikes, surf-
boards, skis and boats.
•
The basic version of the roof luggage rack system and further components are
obtainable as accessories from the specialist garages.Caution
•
Ensure that the opened boot lid does not collide with the roof load.For the sake of the environment
The increased aerodynamic drag results in a higher fuel consumption.
Note
If a roof rail is not fitted onto a vehicle at the works, it is obtainable from a specialist
garage which carries out the professional fitting.Attachment points
Fig. 98 Roof rail
Fig. 99 Attachment points
for base roof carrier
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Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle 176Plastic partsExternal plastic parts are cleaned by normal washing. Plastic parts and synthetic
leather can also be treated with special solvent-free plastic cleaning agents if a
damp cloth is not sufficient. Paint care products are not suitable for plastic parts.
Caution
Solvent-free cleaners attack the material and can damage it.WindowsOnly use a plastic ice scraper for removing snow and ice from the windows and
mirrors. You should not move the ice scraper forward and backward but in one
direction on the window which you are cleaning in order to avoid any damage to
the surface of the glass.
You can best remove residues of rubber, oil, grease, wax or silicone by using a
special window cleaner or a special silicone remover.
You should also clean the windows regularly from the inside.
Do not use window leathers which you have used to polish the vehicle body to dry
off the windows. Residues of preservatives in the window leather can dirty the
window and reduce visibility.
Do not affix any stickers over the inside of the rear window to avoid damage to the
heating elements of the rear window heater.
We recommend using a preservative from Škoda genuine accessories offered by
your Škoda dealer.
Caution
•
Never remove snow or ice from the glass parts with warm or hot water - risk of
formation of cracks in the glass!
•
When removing snow or ice from the windows and mirror lenses make sure not
to damage the paintwork of the vehicle.
The headlight lensesPlease do not use any aggressive cleaning or chemical solvent products for cleaning
the front headlights - risk of damage to the plastic lenses. Please use soap and
clean warm water.
Caution
Never wipe the headlights dry and do not use any sharp objects for cleaning the
plastic lenses, this may result in damage to the protective paintwork and conse-
quently in formation of cracks on the headlight lenses, e.g through effect of chem-
ical products.Door and window sealsThe rubber seals on the doors, boot lid, bonnet and windows remain supple and
last longer if you treat them from time to time with a rubber care product (e.g. with
a spray with silicone-free oil). You also avoid premature wear of the seals and
prevent leakages in this way. It is also easier to open the doors. Rubber seals which
are well cared for also do not stick together in cold winter weather.Locking cylinderWe recommend that you use the spray from Škoda original accessories with
regreasing and anticorrosive effect for de-icing locking cylinders.
Note
When washing your vehicle, ensure that as little water as possible gets into the
locking cylinders.
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Fuses and light bulbs 224Turn signal light (at the front)– Open the bonnet.
– Turn the lamp holder to the left ⇒page 222, fig. 212 and remove
the lamp holder with the light bulb.
– Replace the defective light bulb.
– Insert the lamp holder with light bulb into the headlight. Secure the
lamp holder by turning it to the right until it locks in place.Parking light at the front– Open the bonnet.
– Remove the protective cap ⇒page 222, fig. 212.
– Grasp the light bulb holder and pull it out of the headlight.
– Replace the light bulb in the light bulb holder and re-insert into the
headlight.Fog lights
– Remove the grille next to the fog light with the function “Corner” or the
grill around the round fog light ⇒page 213.
– Release the screws ⇒fig. 215 and remove the fog light.
– Turn the connector with the light bulb up to the stop towards the left
and remove.
– Change the light bulb, put the connector back into the headlight and
secure by turning to the right.
– Put the fog light in place with the catch on the side opposite the grille
and then press in the opposite part. Valid for fog lights with the func-
tion “Corner”, for round fog light screw in the 3 screws.
– Screw in the screws ⇒fig. 215 and re-insert the grille ⇒page 213.Licence plate light– Open the boot lid and unscrew the light glass ⇒fig. 216.
– Take the faulty bulb out of the holder and insert a new one.
– Insert the glass cover of the light again and press it down to the stop -
ensure that the sealing rubber is correctly seated.
AC
AB
Fig. 215 Structure of the
light bulb of the fog light
Fig. 216 Remove the licence
plate light
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Fuses and light bulbs225
Using the system
Safety
Driving Tips
General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
Technical Data
– Screw on the light glass slightly.Rear light unit– Open the boot lid.
– Hold tight the rear light unit with one hand and unscrew the plastic nut
with the other hand ⇒fig. 217.
– Grip the rear light unit and remove it carefully with loosening move-
ments at an angle to the rear. Do not pull the grommet with the cables
out of the body.– Replace the defective light bulb ⇒page 225.
– When re-installing, first insert the rear light unit with the screw into
the opening of the body ⇒fig. 218.
– Carefully press the rear light unit into the body in such a way that the
pins engage into the supports of the body.
– Hold the rear light unit tight with one hand, screw on the nut with the
other hand and tighten it ⇒fig. 217.
Caution
When removing and installing the rear light unit make sure not to damage the
paintwork of the vehicle and the rear light unit.
Note
For slackening and tightening the plastic nut use a coin.Changing light bulbs in the rear light unit– To replace a light bulb, turn the bulb connector of the light bulb to the
left (in the direction of the arrows on the housing) and take it out of the
housing.
Fig. 217 Remove the rear
light unitFig. 218 Install the rear light
unit
AA
AB
Fig. 219 Rear light unit:
Fitting position of the bulbs
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Fuses and light bulbs 226
– Replace the light bulb, put the bulb connector back into the housing
and turn it to the right up to the stop (in the opposite direction of the
arrows on the housing).Fitting position of the light bulbs in the rear light unit ⇒page 225, fig. 219
- Rear fog light / Reversing light
- Turn signal lights
- Brake lights
- parking lightsLuggage compartment light– Open the boot lid.
– Insert a screwdriver into the slot below the light ⇒fig. 220. Lever out
the light carefully.
– Disconnect the plug connector.
– Replace the defective light bulb.
– Recreate the plug connection.– Position the light first of all on the side of the plug connection and then
press it in on the other side up to the stop.A1A2A3A4
Fig. 220 Remove the luggage
compartment light
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Index247
Using the system
Safety
Driving Tips
General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
Technical Data
Index
AAbroad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
ABS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204
Adjusting seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62, 128
Adjusting the steering wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Air conditioning system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Deployment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Front airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Head airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Side airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Airbag system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Alternator
Warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Antilock brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Antilock brake system - ABS
Warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Anti-theft alarm system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Ashtray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Auto Check Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Auto Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Automatic gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Emergency programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Kickdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Tiptronic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Automatic vehicle wash systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
Automatic wiper/washer system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Avoiding damage to your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
BBattery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28, 192
change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
Charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Inspecting the electrolyte level . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Operation in winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Before setting off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Belt tensioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Belt tensioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Bicycle carrier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Bonnet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13, 184
Boot lid
Warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Brake
Handbrake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Brake booster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191Brake system
Warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221
Button on the driver's door
Central locking system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Electrical power windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
CCar state . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Catalytic converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
CD changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Central locking system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
unlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Changing a wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207
Changing wheels around . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200
Charging the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Check engine oil level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
Child safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Side airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Child safety lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Child safety seat
on the front passenger seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
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