2009 SKODA FABIA tow

Seats and Storage 86
The storage compartment is foreseen for storing small objects of up to 1
kg. in weight.
– Tilt the lock to open the flap and pull out the flap ⇒page 85, fig. 112.
– Tilt the lock to close the flap and press flap close.Front seat armrest with storage compartment*
Fold the armrest
– Press the lower button on the end face of the armrest ⇒fig. 113 in
order to fold the armrest. Fold the armrest forwards and release the
button.
Opening storage compartment
– The armrest includes a storage compartment. The storage compart-
ment is unlocked by pressing the upper button and then can be
opened to the top.
NoteThe moving space of the arms can be restricted if the armrest is folded down. In city
traffic the armrest should not be folded down.Storage compartment in the front doorsA bottle holder is located in the area of the storage compartment for the front
doors.
Fig. 113 Armrest: Storage
compartmentFig. 114 Opening storage
compartment
Fig. 115 Stowage compart-
ment in door panel
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Seats and Storage87
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WARNING
Use the area ⇒page 86, fig. 115 of the storage compartment only for
storing objects which do not project so that the effectiveness of the side
airbag is not impaired.Removeable storage compartments in the luggage compartment*A removeable storage compartment*⇒fig. 116 is located on both sides in the side
trim panel of the luggage compartment.
The removeable storage compartments* are intended for storing small objects of
up to 2.5 kg in weight.
Flexible storage compartment*A flexible storage compartment is located on the right side of the luggage
compartment. The flexible storage compartment is foreseen for storing
small objects of up to 8 kg. in weight.
Removing
– Take hold of the flexible storage compartment at both upper corners.
– Press the upper corners to the inside and release the storage compart-
ment by pulling upwards.
– Take it out by pulling towards the middle of the vehicle.
Installing
– Insert both ends of the flexible storage compartment into the open-
ings of the right side trim panel of the luggage compartment and push
it downwards until it locks.
NoteIf the variable loading floor* is installed ⇒page 72 in the luggage compartment, no
flexible storage compartment can be installed.
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Fig. 116 Removeable
storage compartments
Fig. 117 Flexible storage
compartment
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Heating and air conditioning system 90HeatingUsing the system
The heating system delivers air into the interior of the vehicle and
warms it as required.Setting temperature
– Turn the control dial ⇒fig. 119 to the right in order to increase the
temperature.
– Turn the control dial to the left in order to increase the tempera-
ture.
Controlling blower
– Turn the blower switch into one of the positions, 1 to 4, in order to
switch the blower on.
– Turn the blower switch into position 0 in order to switch the blower
off.
– Pressing button causes the recirculating air system ⇒ to be
switched on.Control for air distribution
– You can adjust the direction of the air flow using the air distribution
control ⇒page 89.
The air inlet in front of the windscreen must be free of ice, snow or leaves in order
to ensure that the heating and ventilation systems operate properly.
All controls apart from the control dial can be set to any desired intermediate
position.
The heating effect is dependent upon the coolant temperature, thus full heat
output only occurs when the engine has reached its operating temperature.
The blower should aways be on to prevent the windows from misting up.
WARNING
You should not leave recirculated air mode on over a longer period of time,
as “stale” air may result in fatigue in the driver and occupants, divert your
attention and also cause the windows to mist up. The risk of having an acci-
dent increases. Switch recirculated air mode off as soon as the windows
begin misting up.
Note
•
If the air distribution is positioned towards the windows, the total amount of air
is used to defrost the windows and thus no air will be fed to the footwell. This can
lead to restriction of the heating comfort.
•
The used air streams out through the air removal openings in the luggage
compartment.
•
Have the air conditioning system cleaned by a specialist workshop.
Fig. 119 Heating: Control
elements
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Set heatingRecommended settings of heating controls for:
Set-up
Setting of the control dial
Button
Air outlet vents 3
Air outlet vents 4
Defrosting the windscreen and
side windows
up to the stop
towards the right
3

do not switch on
close
open and align with the side
window
Free windscreen and side win-
dows from mist
desired tempera-
ture
2 or 3

 
do not switch on
close
open and align with the side
window
the fastest heating
up to the stop
towards the right
3

briefly switched on
open
open
comfortable heating
desired tempera-
ture
2 or 3

do not switch on
close
open
Fresh air mode - ventilation
up to the stop
towards the left
desired position

do not switch on
open
open
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Heating and air conditioning system 94Set ClimaticRecommended settings of Climatic controls for the respective operating modes:
Set-up
Setting of the control dial
Button
Air outlet vents 4
Defrosting the windscreen and
side windows
recommended
22°C
3

do not switch on
switched off
open and align with the side
window
Free windscreen and side win-
dows from mist
desired tempera-
ture
2

 
do not switch on
switched on
open and align with the side
window
the fastest heating
recommended
22°C
3

briefly switched on
switched off
open
comfortable heating
desired tempera-
ture
2 or 3

 
do not switch on
switched off
open
the fastest cooling
recommended
22°C
briefly 4, then
2or 3

briefly switched on
switched on
open
optimal cooling
desired tempera-
ture
1, 2 or 3

do not switch on
switched on
open and align to the roof
Fresh air mode - ventilation
up to the stop
towards the left
desired position

do not switch on
switched off
open
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Starting-off and Driving99
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Starting-off and DrivingSetting steering wheel position*You can set the height and the forward/back position of the steering
wheel to the desired position.
– Adjust the driver seat ⇒page 62.
– Pull the lever below the steering column ⇒fig. 122 down ⇒.
– Set the steering wheel to the desired position (concerning height and
forward/back position).– Then push the lever up against the steering column until it locks into
place.
WARNING
•
You must not adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving!
•
The driver must maintain a distance of at least 25 cm to the steering
wheel ⇒fig. 123. Not maintaining this minimum distance will mean that the
airbag system will not be able to properly protect you - hazard!
•
For s a fe t y re a s ons the le v e r m ust a lwa y s b e fi rm l y pus he d up t o a vo id the
steering wheel altering its position unintentionally when driving - risk of
accident!
•
If you adjust the steering wheel further towards the head, you will reduce
the protection offered by the driver airbag in the event of an accident. Check
that the steering wheel is aligned to the chest.
•
When driving, hold the steering wheel with both hands firmly on the
outer edge in the 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock position. Never hold the steering
wheel firmly in the 12 o'clock position or in another way (e.g. in the middle
of the steering wheel or at the inner steering wheel edge). In such cases,
injuries to the arms, the hands and the head can occur when the driver
airbag is deployed.
Fig. 122 Adjustable steering
wheel: Lever below steering
columnFig. 123 Safe distance to
steering wheel
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Starting-off and Driving101
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Technical Data
•
The clutch pedal should be fully depressed when starting the engine - the
starter then only has to crank the engine.
•
Let go of the key as soon as the engine starts otherwise there may be damage
to the starter.
The engine running noises may louder at first be louder for a short time after
starting the cold engine until oil pressure can be built up in the hydraulic valve
clearance compensation. This is quite normal and is not an operating problem.
If the engine does not start ...
You can use the battery of another vehicle as a jump-start aid ⇒page 211.
It is only possible to tow-start vehicles fitted with a manual gearbox. The tow-
starting distance must not be more than 50 metres ⇒page 214.
WARNING
•
Never run the engine in non ventilated or enclosed areas. The exhaust
gases of the engine contain besides the odorless and colourless carbon
monoxide a poisonous gas - hazard! Carbon monoxide can cause uncon-
sciousness and death.
•
Never leave your vehicle unattended with the engine running.Caution
•
The starter may only be operated (ignition key position ), if the engine is not
running. If the starter is immediately operated after switching off the engine, the
starter or the engine can be damaged.
•
Avoid high engine revolutions, full throttle and high engine loads as long as the
engine has not yet reached its normal operating temperature - risk of damaging the
engine!
•
Vehicles which are fitted with an exhaust gas catalytic converter should not be
tow-started over a distance of more than 50 metres.
For the sake of the environment
Never warm up the engine when the vehicle is standing. Drive off right away. When
driving the engine reaches its operating temperature more rapidly and the pollutant
emissions are lower.Petrol enginesThese engines are fitted with a starter system which selects the correct fuel-air
mixture for every external air temperature.•
Do not operate accelerator before and when starting engine.
•
Interrupt the attempt at starting after 10 seconds if the engine does not start
right awayand wait for about 30 seconds before repeating the attempt.
•
It is possible that the fuse on the electrical fuel pump is defect if the engine still
does not start. Check the fuse and replace it if necessary ⇒page 216.
•
If the engine does not start, contact the nearest specialist garage to obtain
professional assistance.
It may be necessary, if the engine is very hot, to slightly depress the accelerator
after the engine has started.
Diesel enginesGlow plug system
Diesel engines are equipped with a glow plug system, the preglow period being
controlled automatically in line with the coolant temperature and outside temper-
ature.
The preglow indicator light
 comes on after the ignition has been switched on.
You should not switch on any major electrical components during the heating
period otherwise the vehicle battery will be drained unnecessarily.
•
You should start the engine immediately after the glow plug warning light

has gone out.
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Automatic gearbox109
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Technical Data In certain circumstances (e.g. when driving in mountainous regions or when towing
a trailer) it may be beneficial to select the manual shift programme ⇒page 110 for
a short time in order to adapt the gearbox ratios manually to the driving situations.
S - Position for sporty style of driving
Shifting up later into a higher gear makes it possible to fully exploit the power
potential of the engine. The gearbox also then shifts down at higher engine speeds
as in the position D.
The gearbox does not shift into the 6th gear in the position S, because the
maximum speed is achieved with the 5th gear.
The Shiftlock on the selector lever grip must be pressed when moving the selector
lever out of the position D into the position S.
WARNING
•
Never move the selector lever into position R or P when driving - risk of
an accident!
•
When the engine is running and the vehicle is stationary, it is necessary
to hold the car with the brake pedal in all the positions of the selector lever
(except P and N) since the power transmission is never completely inter-
rupted, also not when the engine is idling - the vehicle creeps.
•
You must on no account unintentionally operate the throttle (e.g. by
hand from the engine compartment) if a drive position is engaged when the
car is stationary. The vehicle would otherwise immediately start off - also
when the handbrake is firmly applied - risk of an accident!
•
You must move the selector lever into position P and firmly apply the
handbrake first before you or any other person opens the bonnet and starts
working on the engine when it is running - risk of accident! It is also essential
to observe all warnings ⇒page 185, “Working in the engine
compartment”.
Selector lever lockAutomatic selector lever lock

With the ignition on, the selector lever is locked when it is in the positions P and N.
You must first of all depress the brake pedal in order to move the selector lever out
of this position. The warning light
 ⇒page 32 lights up in the instrument cluster
as a reminder for the driver when the selector lever is in position P and N.
A time delay element ensures that the selector lever is not blocked when rapidly
switching over the position N (e.g. from R to D). This does, for example, allow one
to seesaw out a stuck vehicle. The selector lever lock will click into place if the lever
is in the N position for more than 2 seconds without the brake pedal being pressed.
The selector lever lock is only active if the vehicle is stationary or moving at speed
of less than 5 km/hour. The lock is switched off automatically into position N when
the car is travelling at a higher speed.
Shiftlock button
The Shiftlock button in the handle of selector lever prevents certain selector lever
positions being engaged inadvertently. The selector lever lock is cancelled when
you press the Shiftlock button.
Keylock
5)- Ignition key withdrawal lock
You can only withdraw the ignition key after switching off the ignition if the selector
lever is in position P. If the ignition key is withdrawn, the selector lever is blocked in
position P.
Kickdown function
The kickdown function provides you with maximum acceleration
power.Fully depressing the accelerator pedal allows the kickdown function to be activated
in the desired driving program. This function has precedence over the driving
programme and serves for maximum acceleration of the vehicle when exploiting
the maximum power potential of the engine without taking into account the 5)This function is only valid for some countries.
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