2009 SKODA ROOMSTER technical data

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WARNING
•
If you must stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe
distance from the traffic and switch off the engine and switch on the hazard
warning light system ⇒page 56, “Switch for hazard warning lights ”.
•
Pay attention to the following instructions ⇒page 185, “Working in the
engine compartment” before checking the coolant fluid level and opening
the bonnet.
•
Take care when opening the coolant expansion bottle. If the engine is hot,
the cooling system is pressurized - risk of scalding. It is best to allow the
engine to cool down before removing the cap.
•
Do not touch the coolant fan! The coolant fan may switch on automati-
cally even if the ignition is off.
Electronic immobiliser

Data is compared between the ignition key and the control unit when switching on
the ignition. The indicator light

will light up for a few seconds when ignition key
authorisation is confirmed.
The warning light will start flashing continuously if a non-authorised ignition key
(for example the wrong ignition key) has been used. The engine cannot be started
⇒page 40.
It is only possible to start the engine of your car with a Genuine Škoda key with the
matching code.
Fuel reserve

The warning light
 comes on, if the fuel level is less than 7 litres.
A peep sounds as an additional warning signal.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
PLEASE REFUEL
Engine oil

The warning light

lights up red (low oil pressure)
The warning light comes on for a few seconds
2) when the ignition is switched on.
Stop the vehicle and switch the engine off if the warning light does not go off
after the engine has started or flashes while driving. Check the oil level and top up
with oil as necessary ⇒page 187.
3 peeps sound as an additional warning signal.
Do not continue your journey if for some reason it is not possible under the
conditions prevailing to top up with oil. Keep the engine switched off and obtain
professional assistance from a specialist garage, otherwise it could lead to severe
engine damage.
Do not drive any further if the warning light flashes even if the oil is at the correct
level. Do not run the engine not at idling speed either. Contact the nearest specialist
garage to obtain professional assistance.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
STOP OIL PRESS. ENGINE OFF! OWNER'S MANUAL!
The warning light

lights up yellow* (oil quantity too low)
If the warning light lights up yellow, the quantity of oil in the engine is probably too
low. Check as soon as possible the oil level or top up ⇒page 187 with engine oil.
A peep sounds as an additional warning signal.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
CHECK OIL LEVEL
The warning light will go out if the bonnet is left open for more than 30 seconds. If
no engine oil has been replenished, the warning light will come on again after
driving about 100 km.
2)The warning light  on vehicles fitted with information display does not come on after
switching the ignition on, but only if a fault exists or the engine oil level is too low.
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Tyre inflation pressure*

The warning light
 lights up, if there is a substantial drop in inflation pressure in
one of the tyres. Reduce the speed and check or correct as soon as possible the
inflation pressure in the tyres ⇒page 198.
A peep sounds as an additional warning signal.
If the warning light flashes
, there is a system fault. Visit the nearest specialist
garage and have the fault rectified.
Further information about tyre pressure-control system ⇒page 160.
WARNING
•
When the warning light
 lights up, immediately reduce the speed and
avoid sudden steering and brake manoeuvres. Please stop the vehicle
without delay at the nearest possible stop and inspect the tyres and their
inflation pressures.
•
Under certain circumstances (e.g. sporty style of driving, wintry or
unpaved roads) the warning light
 can be delayed or does not light up at
all.
•
The tyre inflation pressure-control system does not take away the
responsability from the driver for the correct tyre inflation pressure.Note
If the battery has been disconnected, the warning light
 comes on after switching
on the ignition. The warning light must go out after driving a short distance.
Selector lever lock*

(automatic gearbox)
If the warning light
 lights up, operate the brake pedal. This is necessary, in order
to be able to move the selector lever out of the position P or N.
Electronic stability programme (ESP)*

The warning light
 comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on.
Components of the ESP system also include the Traction Control System (TCS), the
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL) and the Antilock Brake System (ABS).
The warning light flashes when a control cycle is activated while driving.
The warning light will come on and remains on if the ESP is switched off or if there
is a fault in the system.
The fact that the ESP system operates together with the ABS means that the ESP
warning light will also come on if the ABS system is not operating properly.
Further information on the ESP ⇒page 155, “Electronic stability programme
(ESP)*”.
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL)*
The EDL is a part of the ESP. A fault in the EDL is indicated by the ESP warning light
 in the instrument cluster. Have the vehicle inspected immediately by your
specialist garage. Further information on the EDL ⇒page 157.Antilock brake system (ABS)*

The warning light
 shows the functionality of the ABS.
The warning light comes on for a few seconds after the ignition has been switched
on or when starting the engine. The warning light goes out after an automatic check
sequence has been completed.
A fault in the ABS
The system is not functioning properly if the ABS warning light
 does not go out
within a few seconds after switching on the ignition, does not light up at all or lights
up while driving. The vehicle will only be braked by the normal brake system. Visit
a specialist garage as quickly as possible and adjust your style of driving to take
account of the fault in the meantime since you will not know the extent of the fault
and in how far the effect of the antilock brakes is affected.
Three additional warning tones will sound if there is a major fault in the ABS.
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Technical Data There is a fault in the system if the warning light does not go out or comes on or
flashes while driving ⇒. This also applies if the warning light does not come on
after the ignition is switched on.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
AIRBAG FAULT
The functionality of the airbag system is also monitored electronically when one
airbag has been switched off.
The passenger front airbag and also possibly the passenger side airbag which
have been switched off using the diagnostic equipment:
•
The warning light
 lights up for 3 seconds after switching on the ignition and
then flashes for 12 seconds afterwards in 2 second intervals.
The passenger front airbag and also possibly the passenger side airbag which
have been switched off using the switch (for switching off airbags)* in the end
face of the dash panel on the front passenger side:
•
the warning light
 comes on for 3 seconds after the ignition has been
switched on;
•
switching off the airbag is indicated in the middle of the dash panel by the
lighting up of the indicator light
 (airbag switched off) ⇒page 146.
WARNING
Have the airbag system checked immediately by a specialist garage if a fault
exists. Otherwise, there is a risk of the airbag not being activated in the event
of an accident.
Note
Further information about switching off airbags ⇒page 145, “Deactivating
airbags”.
Diesel particle filter*

(diesel engine)
If the warning light

comes on, this means that soot has accumulated in the
diesel particle filter because of the frequent short distances.
In order to clean the diesel particle filter, 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 approx. 15
minutes or until the warning light goes out with the 4th or 5th gear engaged when
the traffic situation permits it.
Always pay attention to the valid speed limits ⇒.
The warning light

goes out after the successful cleaning of the diesel particle
filter.
If the filter is not properly cleaned, the warning light

does not go out and the
warning light
 begins to flash. In the information display* is shown ENGINE
FAULT WORKSHOP!. Afterwards the engine control unit shifts the engine into the
emergency mode, which only has a reduced power output. After switching the igni-
tion off and on again the warning light
 comes on.
Have the vehicle inspected without delay by your specialist garage.
WARNING
•
If you do not pay attention to the warning light coming on and the corre-
sponding descriptions and warning notes, this may result in injuries or
major vehicle damage.
•
Always adjust your speed to suit weather, road, region and traffic condi-
tions. The route indicated by the warning light must not tempt you to disre-
gard the national regulations for road traffic.Caution
•
As long as the warning light

lights up, one must take into account an
increased fuel consumption and a power reduction of the engine.
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Unlocking and lockingKeyDescriptionThe vehicle is supplied with two keys without remote control ⇒fig. 31 or with two
keys with remote control* ⇒fig. 32. The keys fit in all vehicle locks.
Key ring
The key ring only has the key number on it which is essential for producing other
keys. This number can be used to order replacement keys from specialist garages.The key ring with the number should be separately and securely kept in safe
keeping since keys can only be replaced if they are lost or damaged by giving this
number. You should also therefore hand over this key ring to the purchaser when
selling the vehicle.
WARNING
•
Always withdraw the key whenever you leave the vehicle - even if it is
only for a short time. This is particularly important if children are left in the
vehicle. The children might otherwise start the engine or operate electrical
equipment (e.g. power windows) - risk of injury!
•
Do not withdraw the ignition key from the ignition lock until the vehicle
has come to a stop. The steering lock might otherwise engage unintention-
ally - risk of accident!Caution
•
Each key contains electronic components; therefore protect them against mois-
ture and severe shocks.
•
Keep the groove of the keys absolutely clean as impurities (textile fibres, dust
etc.) have a negative effect on the proper operation of the locking cylinder and the
ignition lock.Note
Please approach a specialist garage if you lose a key since he can obtain a new one
for you.
Fig. 31 Set of keys without
remote controlFig. 32 Remote control key
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LockingValid for vehicles without a central locking system:
Locking from outside
The securing knob will move upwards or downwards in the door when unlocking
or locking.
Locking from inside
All closed vehicle doors are locked by pressing in the securing knobs from the
inside. The doors cannot be opened from the outside when the securing knobs
have been pressed in. The vehicle doors can be opened from the inside as follows:•
the door is unlocked by actuating the door-opening lever;
•
The door opens upon actuating the door-opening lever again.Note
•
The opened door cannot be locked with the securing knob. This prevents the
possibility of forgetting the key in the locked vehicle.
•
The opened side doors at the rear and the front passenger door are locked by
pressing in the securing knob and slamming the door closed.
•
Please refer to the safety guidelines ⇒ in “Description” on page 42.
Child safety lockThe child safety lock prevents the rear door from being opened from
the inside.The rear doors are equipped with a child safety lock. You can switch the
child safety lock on and off using the vehicle key.
Switching child safety lock on
– Use the vehicle key to turn the slit in the rear door to the left in the
direction of the arrow ⇒fig. 35.
Switching child safety lock off
– Use the vehicle key to turn the slit to the right against the direction of
the arrow.So long as the child safety lock is switched on it is not possible to open the door
from the inside with the door opening lever. In this case the door can be opened
only from the outside.
Fig. 35 Child safety locks on
the rear doors
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Safe securingThe central locking system is equipped with a safe securing
3) system. Locking the
vehicle from the outside causes the door locks to be automatically blocked. The
indicator light in the driver's door flashes. It is not possible to open the doors with
the door handle either from the inside or from the outside. This acts as an effective
deterrent for attempts to break into your vehicle.
You can deactivate the safe securing system. This is done by locking the vehicle with
the key or remote control key twice within 2 seconds.
The safe securing system is again activated the next time the vehicle is unlocked and
locked again.
The doors can be opened from the inside if the vehicle is locked and the safe
securing system is deactivated:
•
the door is unlocked by actuating the door-opening lever;
•
The door opens upon actuating the door-opening lever again.
WARNING
If the vehicle is locked from the outside and the safe securing system is acti-
vated, there must not be any person and animals in the vehicle as it is then
not possible to open either a door or a window from the inside. The locked
doors make it more difficult for rescuers to get into the vehicle in an emer-
gency - hazard!
Unlocking the vehicle using the key– Turn the key in the locking cylinder of the driver's door to the left into
the opening position ⇒fig. 36.
– Pull on the door handle and carefully open the door.•
All the doors are unlocked.
•
The boot lid is then unlocked.
•
The switched on interior lights come on over the door contact.
•
The safe securing system is deactivated.
•
The windows open provided the key is held in the unlock position.
•
The indicator light in the driver's door stops flashing if the vehicle is not fitted
with an anti-theft alarm system* ⇒page 48.Note
If the vehicle is equipped with an anti-theft alarm system*, you must unlock the
vehicle by inserting the key into the driver door you then have to insert the key into
the ignition lock and switch the ignition on within 15 seconds after unlocking the
door. The alarm will be triggered if you do not switch on the ignition within 15
seconds.
3)The equipment is only valid for some countries.
Fig. 36 Turning the key for
unlocking and locking the
vehicle
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Emergency locking of the doorsAn emergency locking mechanism which is visible only after opening the
door is located on the face end of the rear doors (applies only for vehicles
with central locking).
Locking
– Remove the panel ⇒fig. 38.
– Insert the key into the opening under the panel and press the stopping
lever as far as the stop toward the inside.
– Re-insert the panel.After closing the door, you can no longer open it from outside. If the child safety
lock is not switched on, it is possible to open the door from the inside by pulling
twice on the door handle. If the child safety lock is switched on, it is necesary to also
open the door from outside besides pulling twice on the inner door handle.
Luggage compartment doorOpening the boot lid
– Press on the hand grip above the licence plate and at the same time
raise the boot lid.
Closing the boot lid
– Pull the boot lid down and close it with a slight swing ⇒.On vehicles with central locking unlock the boot lid by pressing the button on the
driver door ⇒fig. 39.
On vehicles with central locking unlock the boot lid by pressing the hand grip
above the licence plate.
A handle which makes the closing easier is located on the inner paneling of the
boot lid.
WARNING
•
Ensure that the lock is properly engaged after closing the boot lid. Other-
wise, the boot lid might open suddenly when driving even if the boot lid lock
is closed - risk of accident!
•
Never drive with the boot lid fully opened or slightly ajar otherwise
exhaust gases may get into the interior of the vehicle - risk of poisoning!
Fig. 38 Emergency locking of
the door
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Fig. 39 Unlocking the boot
lid
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Unlocking and locking carThe remote control key differs depending on the vehicle equipment.
Unlocking the vehicle

– Press button for about 1 second.
Locking the vehicle

– Press button for about 1 second.
Deactivating safe securing system
– Press button twice in 1 seconds. Further information ⇒page 42.
Boot lid remote release

– Press button for about 1 second ⇒fig. 41.
Folding out of the key
– Press button .
Folding up of the key
– Press button and collapse the key bit in the housing.
The turn signal lights flash twice as confirmation that the vehicle has been
unlocked. The vehicle will lock again automatically if you unlock the vehicle using
button but do not open a door or the boot lid within the next 30 seconds. This
function is intended to prevent the car being unlocked unintentionally.
The safe securing system along with the anti-theft alarm system* are, however,
deactivated during these 30 seconds.
When the vehicle is unlocked or locked, the interior lights in the door contact are
automatically switched on or off.
The turn signal lights flash once to confirm that the vehicle has been correctly
locked.
If the turn signal lights do not flash, check the doors, bonnet and boot lid again to
ensure that they are closed. If the doors, the bonnet or the boot lid remain open
when the anti-theft alarm system* is activated, the turn signal lights do not flash
until after they have been closed.
WARNING
If the vehicle is locked from the outside and the safe securing system is acti-
vated, there must not be any person in the vehicle as it is then not possible
to open either a door or a window from the inside. The locked doors make it
more difficult for rescuers to get into the vehicle in an emergency - hazard!
Note
•
Operate the radio remote control only when the doors and boot lid are closed
and you have visual contact with the vehicle.
•
Once in the vehicle, you must not press the lock button
 of the master key
before inserting the key into the ignition lock in order to avoid the vehicle being
inadvertently locked and the anti-theft alarm system* being switched on. Should
this happen, press the unlock button
 of the master key.
Fig. 41 Remote control key
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