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The brief instruction
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Switching lights on and offFurther information page 40, “Switching lights on and off ”.Turn signal and main beam lever
Turn signal light right
Turn signal light left
Switching over between low beam and main beam lights
Headlight flasher
Further information page 42, “The turn signal and main beam lever ”.Windscreen wiper lever Intermittent switch
Wipers off
Intermittent wipe
Slow wipe
Fast wipe
one time wipe
Automatic wipe/wash
Rear window wiper* Intermittent wipe - every 6 seconds
The automatic wiper/washer system
Further information page 45, “Windshield wiper”.
Switching off all lights/daylight driving lights*
Switching on side lights
Switching on the low beam and main beam
Fog lights*
Rear fog light
Fig. 7 Dash panel: Light switchFig. 8 Turn signal and main beam lever
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Fig. 9 Windscreen wiper lever
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Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights
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WARNING
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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.
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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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Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights23
Using the system
Safety
Driving Tips
General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
Technical Data
Note
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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.
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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:
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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:
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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:
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the warning light
comes on for 4 seconds after the ignition has been
switched on,
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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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Lights and Visibility
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Lights and VisibilityLightsSwitching lights on and off
Switching on side lights– Turn the light switch into position
.
Switching on the low beam and main beam– Turn the light switch into position
.
– Press the main beam lever forward in order to switch on the main beam page 42, fig. 38 .
Switching off lights (except daylight driving lights)– Turn the light switch into position°0.
Low beam comes on only if the ignition is switched on. After switching off the igni-
tion, the low beam is switched off automati cally and only the side lights come on.
On models fitted with right-hand steering the position of certain switches differs
from that shown in fig. 34 . The symbols which mark the switch positions are
identical, however.
WARNING
Never drive with side lights on - risk of accident! The side lights are not bright
enough to light up the road sufficiently in front of you or to be seen by other oncoming traffic. In this case, always swit
ch on the low beam when it is dark or
if visibility is poor.
Note
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An audible warning will sound if you withdraw the ignition key and open the
driver's door when the vehicle lights are still on.
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The acoustic warning signal is switched off over the door contact when the
driver's door is closed (ignition off). The vehicle can be parked with the side lights
on.
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If the car is parked for a lengthy period, we recommend switching off all lights,
or leaving only the parking lights switched on.
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The switching on of the desc ribed lights should only be undertaken in accord-
ance with the legal requirements.
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If a fault occurs in the light switch, the low beam comes on automatically
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In the event of cool or humid weather co nditions, the headlights can be misted
up from inside.
−The temperature difference between interior and external area of the head-
light lenses is decisive.
− When the driving lights are switched on, the light outlet surfaces are free
from mist after a short period. The headlight lenses can possibly mist up at the
border areas.
− It also concerns reverse light and turn signal lights.
− This mist has no influence on the life of the lighting system.
“DAY LIGHT”* Switching on daylight driving lights– Switch on the ignition without turning the light switch out of the position 0.Deactivating the function daylight driving lights– Pull the turn signal light lever towards the steering wheel up to 3 seconds after
switching on the ignition and at the same time, slide it to the bottom and hold
it in this position for at least 3 seconds.
Fig. 34 Dash panel: Light switch
WARNING (continued)
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Lights and Visibility41
Using the system
Safety
Driving Tips
General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
Technical Data
Activating the function daylight driving lights– Pull the turn signal light lever towards the steering wheel up to 3 seconds after
switching on the ignition and at the same time, slide it to the top and hold it in
this position for at least 3 seconds.
The daytime driving light is a combination of low-beam and parking light (front and
rear), including licence plate light.
When the daylight driving lights are switched on, the lighting of the instrument
cluster is switched on as well.Fog lights*
Switching on the fog lights– First of all turn the light switch into position
or
fig. 35 .
– Pull the light switch into position .
The rear fog light warning light
page 21 lights up in the instrument cluster
when the fog light is switched off.
Rear fog light
Switching on the rear fog light– First of all turn the light switch into position
or
fig. 35 .
– Pull the switch into position .
The rear fog light warning light
page 21 lights up in the instrument cluster
when the fog light is switched off. Only the rear fog light of the trailer ligh
ts up automatically when you are towing a
trailer using a factory-fitted towing device which is fitted with the rear fog light.
The rear fog light is located in the re ar light array on the driver's side.
Caution
The rear fog light should only b e s w i t c h e d o n i f v i s i b i l i t y i s p a r t i c u l a r l y p o o r ( c o n f o r m
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. 36 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.
All seats occupied, luggage compartment laden.
Driver seat occupied, luggage compartment laden.
Caution
Set the headlight beam adjustment in such a way as to avoid dazzling oncoming
traffic.
Fig. 35 Dash panel: Light switch
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Fig. 36 Dash panel: Lights and Visibility
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Switch for hazard warning lights
– Press switch
fig. 37 to switch the hazard warning light system on or off.
All the turn signal lights on the vehicle flash at the same time when the hazard
warning light system is switched on. The indicator light for the turn signals and the
indicator light in the switch also flash at the same time. You can also switch on the
hazard warning light system if the ignition is switched off.
The hazard warning light system is switched on automatically if an airbag is
deployed in the event of an accident.
Please comply with any legal requirements when using the hazard warning light
system.
Note
Switch on the hazard warning light system if, for example:•
you encounter traffic congestion,
•
your vehicle breaks down or an emergency situation occurs.
The turn signal
and main beam lever
The parking lights and headlight flas her are also switched on and off
using the turn signal and main beam lever.The turn signal and main beam le ver perform the following functions:Right
and left
turn signal light
– Push the lever upwards or downwards fig. 38 .
– If you only wish to flash three times* (the so-called convenience turn signal), push the lever briefly up to the upper or lower pressure point and release it.
– Turn signal for changing lanes - in order to only flash briefly, move the lever up or down to the pressure point and hold it in this position.Main beam
– Switch on the low beam.
– Push the operating lever (in direction of arrow) away from the steering wheel
(spring-tensioned position).
– Pull the lever towards the steering wheel (spring-tensioned position) in direc- tion of arrow - the main beam light goes off.Headlight flasher
– Pull the lever towards the steering wheel (spring-tensioned position) in direc-tion of arrow - the main beam and warning light
in the instrument cluster
come on.
Fig. 37 Dash panel: Switch for hazard
warning lights
Fig. 38 Turn signal and main beam lever
A
B
C
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Starting-off and Driving
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Applies to all models:
Position
To lock the steering , with the ignition key withdrawn, turn the steering wheel until
the steering locking pin is heard to engage. You should always lock the steering as
a general rule if you leave your vehicle. This acts as a deterrent against possible
theft of your vehicle .
Position
Move the steering wheel back and forward a little if the ignition key cannot, or
cannot easily be turned into this positi on, in order to release the steering lock.
Position
The engine is started in this position. At the same time any switched on low beam
or main beam or other electrical compon ents with major electrical consumers are
briefly switched off. The ignition key moves back into position after being
released.
The ignition key must be turned back into position each time before starting the
engine again. The starter repeat lock in the ignition lock prevents the starter being
engaged when the engine is running and thus getting damaged.
WARNING
•
When driving, the ignition key must al ways be in the position (ignition
switched on) without the engine running. This position is indicated by the
warning lights coming on. If this is not the case, it could result in unexpected
locking of the steering wheel - risk of accident!
•
Do not withdraw the ignition key from the lock until the vehicle has come to
a stop. The steering lock can engage immediately - risk of accident!
•
Always withdraw the ignition key if you are going to leave the vehicle, even
for a short time. This is particularly import ant if children are left in the vehicle.
Children might otherwise start the engine or switch on electrical equipment (e.g.
power windows) - risk of accident or injury!
Starting the engineGeneral
You can only start the engine only using an original ignition key.•
Place the gearshift lever into neutral an d put on the handbrake firmly before
starting the engine.
•
Before starting, it is necessary to depress the clutch pedal and to keep it pressed
down until the engine starts. If you try and start the engine without pressing the
clutch pedal, the engine will not start. A message in the information display of the
instrument cluster will also appear indicate the need to press the clutch pedal.
•
Let go of the ignition key as soon as the engine starts otherwise you may
damage 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 clear-
ance compensation. This is quite norm al and is not an operating problem.
If the engine does not start ...
You can use the battery of anothe r vehicle as a jump-start aid page 153.
It is only possible to tow-start vehicles fitted with a manual gearbox. The tow-
starting distance must not be more than 50 metres. Observe the following
guidelines page 154, “Tow-starting and towing vehicle”.
WARNING
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Never run the engine in non ventilated or enclosed areas. The exhaust gases
of the engine contain besides the odourless and colourless carbon monoxide a
poisonous gas - hazard! Carbon mono xide can cause unconsciousness and
death.
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Never leave your vehicle unattended with the engine running.Caution
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The starter may only be operated (ignitio n 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!
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Vehicles which are fitted with an exhaus t 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.
Through this the engine reaches its operating temperature more rapidly and the
pollutant emissions are lower.
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Driving and the Environment
116Note
Detailed information about the trade-in and recycling of old cars is available from a
Škoda Service Partner.Motoring abroadGeneral
Other circumstances may exist abroad.It is possible, in certain countries, that the Škoda Service Partner network is limited
or has not been established yet. This is the reason why obtaining certain spare parts
may be somewhat complicated and specialist garage personnel may only be able to
make limited repairs. Škoda Auto in the Czech Republic and relevant importers are
happy to provide information about technical aspects of the vehicle, required main-
tenance work and possibilities for getting repairs done.Unleaded petrolA vehicle fitted with a petrol engine must always be refuelled with unleaded petrol
page 111. The automobile associations can provide you with information
regarding the locations of filling stations which offer unleaded petrol.HeadlightThe low beam of your headlights is set asy mmetrically. It illuminates the side of the
road on which you are driving to a greater extent. If you drive abroad on the other
side of the road, you will dazzle oncoming traffic.
In order to prevent the dazzling of oncoming traffic, it is necessary that an adjust-
ment of the headlights is carried out by your authorised Škoda Service Partner.Avoiding damage to your vehicleWhen driving on poor roads and lanes or when driving over kerbstones, steep ramps
etc., you must pay particular attention to ensuring that any low-slung parts of the
vehicle, such as spoiler and exhaust, do not touch the ground and get damaged.
This particularly applies to models with a lowered suspension (sport suspension)
and also when your vehicle is fully laden.
Driving through bodies of water on roadsIn order to avoid damage to the vehicle when driving through bodies of water (e.g.
flooded roads), observe the following:•
Determine the depth of the water when driving through bodies of water. The
water can reach at the maximum the web on the lower sill of the vehicle fig. 117 .
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Drive no more than at walking speed. At a higher speed, a water wave can form
in front of the vehicle which can cause water to penetrate into the air induction
system of the engine or into other parts of the vehicle.
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Never let the vehicle stand in the water, never drive backwards and do not
switch off the engine.
WARNING
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Driving through water, mud, sludge etc. can reduce the braking power and
extend the braking distance - risk of accident!
•
Avoid sudden and severe braking m anoeuvres immediately after driving
through bodies of water.
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After driving through bodies of water, the brakes must be cleaned and dried
as soon as possible by intermittent braking. Only apply the brakes for the
purpose of drying and cleaning the brake discs if the traffic conditions permit
this. Do not place any other road users in jeopardy.Caution
•
When driving through bodies of water, parts of the vehicle such as the engine,
gearbox, catalytic converter, chassis or electrics can be severely damaged.
•
Oncoming vehicles can generate water waves which can exceed the permissible
water level for your vehicle.
Fig. 117 Crossing bodies of water
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