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General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
Technical Data
Total-trip memory (memory 2)
The total distance driven memory gathers da
ta from any number of individual jour-
neys up to a total of 19 hours and 59 minutes driving or 1.999 kilometres driven. The
memory is deleted when either of these limits is reached and the calculation starts
from anew.
The total-trip memory will no t, contrary to the single-trip memory, be deleted after
a period of interruption of driving of 2 hours.
Note
All information in the memory 1 and 2 is erased if the battery of the vehicle is
disconnected.Operating with the buttons on the windshield wiper leverThe rocker and the button are located in the grip of the window wiper lever
 fig. 19 .Selecting the memory– Tapping the rocker on the windshield wiper lever allows you to select the
desired memory.Selecting the functions– Press the rocker up or down. In this way, call up in sequence the individual
functions of the multi-functional indicator.Setting function to zero– Select the memory you want. –Press button .
The following readouts of the selected memory will be
set to zero by button :
•
average fuel consumption,
•
distance driven,
•
average speed,
•
Driving time.
You can only operate the multi-functional indicator when the ignition is switched
on. After the ignition is switched on, the function displayed is the one which you last
selected before switching off the ignition.
Outside temperatureThe outside temperature appears in the display when the ignition is switched on.
If the outside temperature drops below +4 °C, a snow flake symbol (warning signal
for ice on the road) appears before the te mperature indicator and a warning signal
sounds. After pressing the rocker on the windshield wiper lever fig. 19 , the
function which was shown last is indicated.
WARNING
Do not only rely upon the information given on the outside temperature display
that there is no ice on the road. Please note that black ice may also be present
on the road surface even at temperatures around +4 °C - warning, drive with
care!Driving timeThe driving time which has elapsed since the memory was last erased, appears in
the display. If you wish to measure the driv ing time as of a particular time, you must
set the memory to zero at this moment in time by pressing the button fig. 19
on the windshield wiper lever for longer than 1 second.
The maximum distance indicated in both me mories is 19 hours and 59 minutes. The
indicator is set back to null if this period is exceeded.
Fig. 19 Multi-functional indicator:
Control elements
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Current consumptionThe current fuel consumption level is shown in the display in litres/100 km. This
information can help you to adapt your styl e of driving to the fuel consumption you
wish to achieve.
The display appears in litres/hour if the vehicle is stationary or driving at a low
speed.
The indicated value will be updated every 0.5 seconds while you are driving.Average fuel consumptionThe average fuel consumption since the me mory was last erased is shown in the
display in litres/100 km page 18. This information can help you to adapt your style
of driving to the fuel consumption you wish to achieve.
If you wish to determine the average fuel consumption over a certain period of time,
you must set the memory at the start of the new measurement to zero using the
button on the windshield wiper lever. A zero appears in the display for the first
100 m you drive after erasing the memory.
The indicated value will be updated every 5 seconds while you are driving.
Note
The amount of fuel consumed will not be indicated.RangeThe estimated range in kilometres is shown on the display. It indicates the distance
you can still drive with your vehicle based on the current level of fuel in the tank for
the same style of driving.
The readout is shown in steps of 10 km. After lighting up of the indicator light for
the fuel reserve the display is shown in steps of 5 km.
The fuel consumption for the last 50 km is taken as a basis for calculating the range.
If you drive in a more economical manner, the range will be increased accordingly.
If the memory is set to zero (after disc onnecting the battery), the fuel consumption
of 10 ltr./100 km is calculated for the range; afterwards the value is adapted accord-
ingly to the style of driving.
Distance drivenThe distance driven since the memory was last erased appears in the display
 page 18. If you wish to calculate the distance driven as of a particular time, you
must erase the memory at th is moment in time by pressing the button on the
windshield wiper lever page 19, fig. 19 .
The maximum distance indicated in both switch positions is 1,999 km. The indicator
is set back to null if this period is exceeded.Average speedThe average speed since the memory was last erased is shown in the display in
km/hour page 18. If you wish to determine the average speed over a certain
period of time, you must set the memory at the start of the new measurement to
zero using the button on the windshield wiper lever page 19, fig. 19 .
Dashes appear in the display for the first 100 m you drive after erasing the memory.
The indicated value will be updated every 5 seconds while you are driving.Current speed*The current speed is displayed on the displa y. It is identical to the display on the
tachometer (speedometer)  page 15, fig. 15.
Note
If the display of the second speed is activa ted in mph, the current speed* is not indi-
cated in km/h on the display.Warning against excessive speeds*This function enables you to set a speed limi t and will notify you if you exceed this
speed limit.Configuring the speed limit while the vehicle is stationary–With switch page 19, fig. 19 , choose the menu point Warning against
excessive speeds.
– Press the switch to activate config uration of the speed limit (the value
flashes).
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– Use switch to set the requir
ed speed limit, e.g. 50 km/h.
– Confirm the speed limit that was set with button , or wait 5 seconds until the setting is saved automatically (the value stops flashing).
In this way you can set the limit in 5 km/h steps.
Configuring the speed limit while the vehicle is moving– With switch , choose the menu point Warning against excessive speeds.
– Drive e.°g at a speed of 50 km/h.
– Press the switch to accept the current speed as the speed limit (the value flashes).
If you wish to change the speed limit that was set, it is changed in 5 km/h intervals
(e.g. the accepted speed of 47 km/h increa ses to 50 km/h or decreases to 45 km/h).
– Confirm the speed limit that was set by pressing button again, or wait 5
seconds until the setting is saved automatically (the value stops flashing).
Changing or erasing the speed limit– With switch , choose the menu point Warning against excessive speeds.
– When you press the switch again, the speed limit is erased.
– Pressing the switch a further time ac tivates the change mode for the speed
limit.
If you exceed the configured speed, an ac oustic signal will sound as a warning. A
Warning against excessive speeds appears together with the set limit on the
display.
The set speed limit remains stored even after switching off the ignition.
WARNING
Pay attention primarily to the traffic situation! As the driver you are fully respon-
sible for road safety.
Warning lightsOverview
The warning lights indicate certain functions or faults.
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WARNING
•
If you do not pay attention to the wa rning lights coming on and the corre-
sponding descriptions and warning notes, th is may result in severe body injuries
or major vehicle damage.
•
The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. There is a risk of
injuries, scalding, accidents and fire wh en working in the engine compartment,
e.g. inspecting and replenis hing oil and other fluids. It is also essential to
observe all warnings page 131, “Working in the engine compartment”.

Turn signal lights (to the left) page 23

Turn signal lights (to the right) page 23

Fog lights* page 23

Main beam light page 23

Low beam light page 23

Rear fog light page 23

Cruise control system* page 23

Failure of the light bulbs page 23

Airbag system page 23

Control system for exhaust page 24


Electromechanical power steering page 24

Engine oil pressure page 24

EPC fault light (petrol engine) page 24

Glow plug system (diesel engine) page 24

Coolant temperature/coolant level page 25

Traction control system (TCS) page 25

Electronic stability programme (ESP)* page 25

Switch off the Traction control system (TCS); page 25

Tyre pressure* page 26

Antilock brake system (ABS) page 26

Bonnet page 26

Seat belt warning light page 27

Brake pad wear* page 27

Boot lid page 27

Open door page 27

Brake system page 27

Dynamo page 27

Engine oil level page 28

Fuel reserve page 28
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General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
Technical Data
Note
•
The arrangement of the indicator lights depends on the model version. The
symbols shown in the following functional description are to be found as indicator
lights in the instrument cluster.
•
Operational faults are shown in the instrument cluster as red symbols (priority 1
- danger) or yellow symbols (priority 2 - warning).
Turn signal system

Either the left
 or right
 indicator light flashes depending on the position of the
turn signal lever.
The indicator light flashes at twice its normal rate if a turn signal light fails.
Switching off the hazard warning light system is switched on will cause all of the
turn signal lights as well as both indicator lights to flash.
Further information about the turn signal system page 42.
Fog lights*

The warning light
 comes on when the fog lights are operating page 41.
Main beam

The indicator light
 comes on when the main beam is selected or also when the
headlight flasher is operated.
Further information about the main beam page 42.
Low beam

The warning light
 comes on when low beam is selected page 40.
Rear fog light

The warning light
 comes on when the rear fog lights are operating page 41.
Cruise control system*

The warning light
 lights up, when operating the speed regulating system.
Bulb failure

The warning light
 comes on if a bulb is faulty:
•
up to 2 seconds after the ignition is switched on,
•
when switching on the defective light bulb.
The rear side lights and the licence plate lighting require several light bulbs. The
indicator light
 only lights up if all light bulbs of the licence plate lighting or the
parking light (in one rear light unit) are defective. Check regularly the function of the
light bulbs.
Airbag system

Monitoring the airbag system
The warning light
 comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on.
There is a fault in the system if the warning light does not go out or flashes while
driving . This also applies if the warning light does not come on when the igni-
tion is switched on.
The functionality of the airbag system is also monitored electronically when one
airbag has been switched off.
Front, side and head airbags or belt te nsioner which have been switched off using
the vehicle system tester:
•
The warning light
 lights up for 4 seconds after switching on the ignition and
then flashes again for 12 seco nds in intervals of 2 seconds.
Front passenger airbags switched off using the switch for front passenger
airbags* in storage compartment on the front passenger side:
•
the warning light
 comes on for 4 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 96.
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Have the airbag system checked immediat ely 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.Control system for exhaust

The warning light
 comes on after the ignition has been switched on.
If the warning light does not go out after st arting the engine or it lights up when
driving, a fault exists in an exhaust relevant component. The engine management
system selects an emergency programme which enables you to drive to the nearest
specialist garage by adopting a gentle style of driving.
Electromechanical power steering
 
The warning light
 comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on.
If the warning light after switching on the ignition or when driving lights up contin-
uously, a fault exists in the electromechanical power steering.
•
If the yellow warning light lights up
, this indicates a partial failure of the
power steering and the steering forces can be greater.
•
If the red warning light lights up
, this indicates a complete failure of the
power steering and the steering assist has failed (significantly higher steering
forces).
Further information page 109.
WARNING
Contact your specialist garage if the power steering is defective.
Note
•
If the yellow warning light
 goes out after starting the engine again and a
short drive, it is not necessary to visit a specialist garage.
•
If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the yellow warning light
 comes on after switching on the ignition. The warning light must go out after
driving a short distance.
Engine oil pressure

The warning light

comes on for a few seconds 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 driv ing. Check the oil level and top up with
oil as necessary page 132, “Replenishing engine oil”.
An audible signal sounds three time s as an additional warning signal.
Do not continue your journey if for some reason it is not possible under the condi-
tions prevailing to top up with oil. Keep the engine switched off and obtain profes-
sional 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 prof essional assistance.
WARNING
•
If you must stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe
distance from the traffic and switch of f the engine and switch on the hazard
warning light system.
•
The red oil pressure light

is not an oil level indicator! One should there-
fore check the oil level at regular interv als, preferably after every refuelling
stop.
EPC fault light

(petrol engine)
The
 (Electronic Power Control) warning light comes on for a few seconds when
the ignition is switched on.
If the warning light
 does not go out or lights up after starting the engine, a fault
exists in the engine control. The engine management system selects an emergency
programme which enables you to drive to the nearest specialist garage by adopting
a gentle style of driving.
Glow plug system

(diesel engine)
The warning light
 lights up for a cold engine when switching on the ignition (pre-
heat position) page 73. Start the engine after the indicator light goes out.
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The glow plug indicator light will come on
for about 1 second if the engine is at a
normal operating temperature or if the outside temperature is above +5 °C. This
means that you can start the engine right away .
There is a fault in the glow plug system if the warning light
 does not come on
at all or lights up continuously . Contact a specialist garage as soon as possible to
obtain assistance.
If the warning light
 begins to flash while driving, a fault exists in the engine
control. The engine management system selects an emergency programme which
enables you to drive to the nearest specialist garage by adopting a gentle style of
driving.
Coolant temperature/coolant level

The warning light
 comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on.
The coolant temperature is too high or the coolant level too low if the warning light
 does not go out or flashes while driving.
3 peeps sound as an additional warning signal.
In this case stop and switch the engine off and check the coolant level; top up the
coolant as necessary.
Do not continue your journey if for some reason it is not possible under the condi-
tions prevailing to top up with coolant. Keep the engine switched off and obtain
professional assistance from a specialist garage, otherwise it could lead to severe
engine damage.
If the coolant is within the specified range, the increased temperature may be
caused by an operating problem at the coolant fan. Check the fuse for the coolant
fan, replace it if necessary page 157, “Fuse assignment in engine compartment”.
Do not continue driving if the warning light does not go off although the fluid is at
the correct level and also the fuse of the fan is in proper order. Contact a specialist
garage to obtain assistance.
Please also refer to the additional instructions page 133, “Cooling system”.
WARNING
•
If you must stop for technical reason s, then park the vehicle at a safe
distance from the traffic and switch o ff the engine and switch on the hazard
warning light system page 42.
•
Take care when opening the coolant exp ansion bottle. If the engine is hot,
the cooling system is pressuri zed - 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 automatically
even if the ignition is off.
Traction control system (TCS)

The warning light
 comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on.
The warning light flashes when a control cycle is activated while driving.
The warning light lights up permanently if there is a fault in the system.
The fact that the TCS system operates to gether with the ABS means that the TCS
warning light will also come on if the ABS system is not operating properly.
If the warning light  comes on immediately after starting the engine, the TCS
system can be switched off for technical reasons. In this case, the TCS system can
be switched on again by switching the igniti on on and off. If the warning light goes
out, the TCS system is fully functional again.
Further information about the TCS page 106, “Traction control system (TCS)”.
Note
If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the warning light
 comes
on after switching on the ignition. The warning light must go out after driving a
short distance.
Switch off the Traction control system (TCS)

The TCS system is switched off by pressing the button page 106, fig. 112 and the
warning light lights up
.
Electronic stability programme (ESP)*

The warning light
 comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on.
When the ESP system is actively helping to stabilise the vehicle, the warning light
in the instrument cluster
 flashes quickly.
The warning light lights up permanently if there is a fault in the ESP system.
The fact that the ESP system operates to gether with the ABS means that the ESP
warning light will also come on if the ABS system is not operating properly.
WARNING (continued)
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If the warning light
 comes on immediately after starting the engine, the ESP
system can be switched off for technical reasons. In this case, the ESP system can
be switched on again by switching the ignition on and off. If the warning light goes
out, the ESP system is fully functional again.
Further information on the ESP page 105, “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 vehi cle inspected without delay by an author-
ised Škoda Service Partner. Further information on the EDL page 106, “Electronic
Differential Lock (EDL)*”.
Note
If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the warning light
 comes
on after switching on the ignition. The wa rning light must go out after driving a
short distance.
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 141.
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 109.
WARNING
•
When the warning light
 lights up, immediately reduce the speed and
avoid sudden steering and brake manoeu vres. Please stop the vehicle without
delay at the nearest possible stop and inspect the tyres and their inflation pres-
sures.
•
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.
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.
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 pr operly 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 an d adjust your style of driving appropriately
as you will not know how great the damage is.
Further information about ABS page 108, “Antilock brake system (ABS)”.
A fault in the entire brake system
If the ABS warning light
 comes on together with th e brake system warning light
 (handbrake must be released), there is a fault not only in the ABS but also in
another part of the brake system .
WARNING
•
If the brake system warning light
 comes on together with the ABS
warning light
 stop the vehicle immediately and check the brake fluid level in
the reservoir  page 135, “Brake fluid”. If the fluid level has dropped below the
MIN marking, do not drive any further - risk of accident! Obtain professional
assistance.
•
Pay attention to the following instruct ions before checking the brake fluid
level and opening the bonnet page 131, “Working in the engine compart-
ment”.
•
If the brake fluid is at the correct leve l, the ABS control function has failed.
The rear wheels may then block very ra pidly when braking. In certain circum-
stances, this can result in the rear end of the car breaking away - risk of skidding!
Drive carefully to the nearest specialist garage and have the fault rectified.
Bonnet

The warning light
 comes on if the bonnet is unlocked. If the bonnet unlocks
while driving, the warning light lights up
 and as a warning an audible signal
sounds.
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