2011 SKODA ROOMSTER key battery

Display regarding the distance and days until the following service interval
You can use the button
5 to display the remaining distance driven and the days
until the next service interval ⇒
 page 10.
A key symbol  and a display regarding the remaining kilometres appear for 10
second in the display. At the same time, a display appears regarding the remaining
days until the next service interval.
On vehicles which are equipped with an information display, you can call up this
display in the menu Settings ⇒ page 19.
The following will be displayed in the information display for 10 seconds: Service in ... km or... days.
Resetting Service Interval Display
It is only possible to reset the Service Interval Display, if a service message or at
least a pre-warning is shown on the display of the instrument cluster.
We recommend having this resetting performed by a specialist garage.
The specialist garage:
● resets the memory of the display after the appropriate inspection;
● makes an entry in the Service Schedule;
● affix the sticker with the entry of the following service interval to the side of
the dash panel on the driver's side.
Reset the service interval displays by using the reset button 6
⇒  page 10 on the
trip counter.
On vehicles which are equipped with an information display, you can call up this
display in the menu Settings ⇒ page 19

. CAUTION
We recommend that you do not reset the Service Interval Display yourself other-
wise this can result in the service interval display being incorrectly set, which may
also result in problems with operation of your vehicle. Note
● Never reset the display between service intervals otherwise this may result in
incorrect readouts.
● information is retained in the Service Interval Display also after the battery of
the vehicle is disconnected. ●
If the instrument cluster is exchanged after a repair, the correct values must
be entered in the counter for the Service Interval Display. This work is carried out
by a specialist garage.
● The data displayed is the same after resetting the display with flexible service
intervals (QG1) is displayed as that for a vehicle with fixed service intervals (QG2).
We therefore recommend having the Service Interval Display reset only by an au-
thorised

ŠKODA Service Partner who is familiar with the procedure for resetting
the display with a vehicle system tester.
● Please refer to the brochure Service schedule for extensive information about
the service intervals. 
Digital clock The time is set with the buttons
5 and
6
⇒
 fig. 2.
Select the display which you wish to change with the button 5 and carry out the
change with the button 6 .
On vehicles which are fitted with the information display, it is possible to set the
time in the menu Time ⇒

  page 19. WARNING
The clock should not be adjusted while driving for safety reasons but only
when the vehicle is stationary! 
Shift recommendation for changing gears Fig. 4 Shift recommendation for chang-
ing gears
£ 13
Instruments and warning lights Using the system Safety Driving Tips General Maintenance Breakdown assis-
tance Praktik Technical data

Unlocking and locking
Vehicle key
Description Fig. 9 Set of keys without remote control/Keys with remote control key
Two keys are provided with the vehicle. Depending on the equipment, your vehi-
cle can be equipped with keys without radio remote control ⇒
 fig. 9 - left, or with
radio remote control ⇒ fig. 9 - right. 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 unintentionally
- risk of accident! CAUTION
● Each key contains electronic components; therefore protect them against
moisture 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 an authorised ŠKODA Service Partner if you lose a key since he
can obtain a new one for you. 
Changing the battery in the remote control key Fig. 10 Remote control key - remove cover/remove battery
Each remote control key contains a battery which is housed under the cover
B ⇒ 
fig. 10 . If the battery is discharged, the red warning light A does not flash after
you press a button on the remote control key ⇒

  fig. 9 . We recommend that you
have the batteries of the key replaced by an authorised ŠKODA Service Partner.
You should, however, proceed as follows if you wish to replace the discharged
battery yourself:
– Fold open the key.
– Press off the battery cover with your thumb or using a flat screwdriver at the
points of the arrows 1 .
– Remove the discharged battery from the key by pressing the battery down-
wards at the point of the arrow 2
⇒
 fig. 10.
– Insert the new battery. Ensure that the “+” symbol on the battery is facing up-
wards. The correct polarity is shown on the battery cover.
– Position the battery cover on the key and press on it until it is heard to lock in
place. £28
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For the sake of the environment
Dispose of a used battery in accordance with environmental regulations. Note
● Pay attention to the correct polarity when changing the battery.
● The replacement battery must have the same specification as the original bat-
tery.
● If it is still not be possible to unlock or lock the vehicle with the remote control
key even after replacing the battery, this means that the system has to be
synchronised ⇒ page 35. 
Electronic immobiliser The electronic immobiliser prevents the vehicle being operated by
an unauthorised person.
An electronic chip is integrated in the head of the key. The immobiliser is deactiva-
ted with the aid of this chip when the key is inserted in the ignition lock. The elec-
tronic immobiliser is automatically activated when you withdraw the ignition key
from the lock. Note
It is only possible to start the engine of your car with a Genuine ŠKODA key with
the matching code. 
Locking/Unlocking Valid 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 the securing knobs from the inside.
The doors cannot be opened from the outside when the securing knobs have
been pressed. 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 doors at the rear and the front passenger door are locked by
pressing the securing knob and slamming the door closed.
● Please refer to the safety guidelines ⇒   in Description on page 30.

Child safety lock The child safety lock prevents the rear door from being opened
from the inside.
Fig. 11 Child safety locks on the rear
doors
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. 11.
Switching child safety lock off
– Use the vehicle key to turn the slit to the right against the direction of the ar-
row. £ 29
Unlocking and locking Using the system Safety Driving Tips General Maintenance Breakdown assis-
tance Praktik Technical data

Remote control
Description You can use the remote control key:
●
to unlock and lock the vehicle;
● unlocking boot lid;
● electrically open and close the windows.
The transmitter with the battery is housed in the handle of the remote control
key. The receiver is located in the interior of the car. The operating range of the
remote control key is approx. 10 m. But this range can be reduced if the batteries
are weak.
The key has a fold-open key bit which can be used for unlocking and locking the
car manually and also for starting the engine.
If a lost key is replaced or if the receiver unit has been repaired or a new unit in-
stalled, it is then necessary for an authorised
ŠKODA Service Partner to initialise
the system. Only after this is it possible to again use the remote control. Note
● The remote control is automatically deactivated when the ignition is switched
on.
● The operation of the remote control may temporarily be affected by interfer-
ence from transmitters close to the car and which operate in the same frequency
range (e.g. mobile phone, TV transmitter).
● The battery must be replaced if the central locking or anti-theft alarm system
does react to the remote control at less than 3
metres away ⇒ page 28.
● If the driver door is opened, the vehicle cannot be locked using the remote
control. Unlocking and locking car Fig. 17 Remote control key
Unlocking the vehicle 
– Press the button 1
⇒  fig. 17 for about 1 second.
Locking the vehicle 
– Press button 3 for about 1 second.
Deactivating safe securing system
– Press button 3 twice in 2 seconds. Further information
⇒
 page 30.
Boot lid remote release 
– Press button 2 for about 1 second. Further information
⇒
 page 33.
Folding out of the key
– Press button 4 .
Folding up of the key
– Press button 4 and collapse the key bit in the housing.
The turn signal lights flash twice as confirmation that the vehicle has been un-
locked. The vehicle will lock again automatically if you unlock the vehicle using
button 1 but do not open a door or the boot lid within the next 30 seconds. The
safelock and/or anti-theft alarm system will reactivate. This function is intended
to prevent the car being unlocked unintentionally.
Display of the locking
The turn signal lights flash once to confirm that the vehicle has been correctly
locked. £34
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If the vehicle is locked by pressing the button
3 and some doors or the boot lid
are not closed, the turn signal lights flash only after closing. 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 car, you must not press the lock button  of the radio remote con-
trol before inserting the key into the ignition lock in order to avoid the car being
inadvertently locked and the alarm system being switched on. Should this happen,
press the unlock button  of the radio remote control. 
Synchronisation of the remote control If the vehicle cannot be unlocked by actuating the remote control system then it
is possible that the code in the key and the control unit in the vehicle are no lon-
ger synchronised. This can occur when the buttons on the radio-operated key are
actuated a number of times outside of the operative range of the equipment or
the battery on the remote control was replaced.
This means it is necessary to synchronise the code as follows:
● Press any button on the remote control.
● pressing of the button means that the door will unlock with the key within 1
minute. 
Anti-theft alarm system
Description The anti-theft alarm system increases the level of protection against people seek-
ing to break into the vehicle. The system triggers audible and visual warning sig-
nals if an attempt is made to break into the vehicle. How is the alarm system activated?
The anti-theft alarm system is activated automatically when the vehicle is locked
with the key on the driver's door or by using the radio remote control. It is activa-
ted 30 seconds after locking the door.
How is the alarm system deactivated?
The anti-theft alarm system is deactivated if the vehicle is unlocked by only using
the radio remote control. The anti-theft alarm system is reactivated if the vehicle
is not opened within 30 seconds after transmitting the radio signal.
Once you 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 opening the door in order to deactivate the anti-theft alarm system.
The alarm will be triggered
if you do not switch on the ignition within 15 seconds.
When is the alarm triggered?
The following security areas of the locked vehicle are monitored:
● Bonnet,
● Boot lid,
● Doors,
● Ignition lock,
● Vehicle inclination ⇒ page 36,
● Vehicle interior ⇒ page 36,
● A drop in voltage of the on-board power supply,
● Socket of the factory-fitted towing device.
An alarm is immediately triggered if either of the two battery terminals is discon-
nected while the anti-theft alarm system is activated.
How is the alarm switched off?
You switch the alarm off if you unlock the vehicle with the radio remote control or
if you switch the ignition on. Note
● The working life of the alarm siren is 5 years. More detailed information is
available by a specialist garage.
● Before leaving the vehicle, check that all the doors and windows are closed in
order to ensure that the anti-theft alarm system is fully operational.
● Coding of the radio remote control and the receiver unit precludes the use of
the radio remote control from other vehicles.  35
Unlocking and locking Using the system Safety Driving Tips General Maintenance Breakdown assis-
tance Praktik Technical data

Opening a window
–
Hold the key in the locking cylinder of the driver's door in the unlock position
or press the unlock button of the radio remote control until all the windows
are opened.
Closing a window
– Hold the key in the locking cylinder of the driver's door in the lock position or
press the lock button of the radio remote control until all the windows are
closed.
You can interrupt the opening or closing operation of the windows immediately by
releasing the key or the lock button. WARNING
The system is fitted with a force limiter ⇒ page 37. If there is an obstacle, the
closing process is stopped and the window goes down by several centimetres.
You should then take particular care when closing the windows! You may oth-
erwise suffer severe injuries as a result of getting an arm, for example, jam-
med in the window! 
Operational faults Automatically operated power windows do not operate
If the battery of the car has been disconnected and then reconnected, the auto-
matically operated power windows do not operate. The system must be activated.
Proceed as follows in order to re-establish the function:
●
switch on the ignition,
● slightly pull on the upper edge of the relevant button and hold it until the win-
dow is closed,
● release the switch,
● you must pull the respective switch again in upward direction for approx. 3
seconds.
Operation in winter
Ice accumulating on the surface of the windows during the winter may result in a
greater resistance when closing the windows and the window may stop and move
back several centimetres It is necessary to put the force limiter out of operation in order to close the win-
dow ⇒ page 37
, Force limiter of the power windows. WARNING
The system is fitted with a force limiter ⇒ page 37. If there is an obstacle, the
closing process is stopped and the window goes down by several centimetres.
You should then take particular care when closing the windows! You may oth-
erwise suffer severe injuries as a result of getting an arm, for example, jam-
med in the window! CAUTION
● Keep the window glass clean to ensure correct function of the electric win-
dows.
● In the event of a freezing up of the windshield, first of all eliminate the ice
⇒

  page 143 and then operate the power windows otherwise the power window
mechanism could be damaged. 
Panorama roof Fig. 20 Panorama roof: Open sun screen
The interior compartment can be brightened through the panorama roof out of
tinted glass. The panorama roof can be exposed or covered over with the sun
screen ⇒

 fig. 20. For complete covering of the panorama roof, the sun screen must
be pushed into its end position.
Please pay attention to the following points if you wish to transport luggage or
other items on the roof of your vehicle ⇒  in Roof load on page 62.
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Door contact switching mechanism (front and rear doors)
– Press the switch A in the direction of the centre of the light, the symbol

⇒ fig. 26 appears.
Switching the interior light on
– Press the switch A in the direction of the edge of the light, the symbol

appears.
Switching the interior light off
– Press the switch A into the middle position
O.
– On the version without reading lights press the switch A to the right, the
symbol O appears.
Reading lights 
– Press on one of the switches B
⇒  fig. 26 in order to switch the right or left
reading light on or off.
On vehicles with central locking, the interior light is switched on for about 30 sec-
onds when the vehicle is unlocked, when a door is opened or after withdrawing
the ignition key (if the relevant switch is in the door contact position). The inner
light goes out out immediately after the ignition is switched on.
A time delay switch causes the inner lighting on vehicles without a central locking
system stays on for a few seconds after the doors have been closed. The inner
light goes out out immediately after the ignition is switched on.
The interior lighting is switched off after about 10 minutes when a door has been
left open in order to avoid discharging the battery of the vehicle. Note
We recommend having the bulb replaced by a specialist garage. interior vehicle lighting - version 2 Fig. 27 Interior lighting - version 2
The rear interior lighting ⇒ fig. 27 is actuated by moving the switch to the symbol
 , O or to the middle position .
The same principles apply for interior lighting version 2 as for Interior lighting -
version 1 ⇒
 page 43. 
Lighting of the storage compartment on front passenger side –
When opening the flap of the storage compartment on the front passenger
side the lighting in the storage compartment comes on.
– The light switches on automatically when the parking light is switched on and
goes out when the flap is closed. 
Luggage compartment light The lighting comes on automatically when the boot lid is opened. If the lid remains
open for more than about 10 minutes, the luggage compartment lighting switches
off automatically.
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Lights and Visibility

Cigarette lighters and power sockets
Cigarette lighter You can also use the socket on the cigarette lighter for other elec-
trical appliances. Fig. 61 Centre console: Cigarette lighter
Using the cigarette lighter
– Press in the button of the cigarette lighter ⇒ fig. 61 .
– Wait until the button jumps forward.
– Remove the cigarette lighter immediately and use it.
– Insert the cigarette lighter again into the socket.
Using the socket
– Remove the cigarette lighter or the cover of the power socket.
– Connect the plug of the electrical appliance to the socket.
The 12 volt power socket can also be used to supply power to additional electrical
accessories with a power uptake up to 120 watts. WARNING
● Take care when using the cigarette lighter! Not paying proper attention or
incorrect use the cigarette lighter in an uncontrolled manner may result in
burns.
● The cigarette lighter and the power socket also operates when the ignition
is switched off or the ignition key withdrawn. This is why you should never
leave children unattended in the vehicle! CAUTION
Always use matching plugs to avoid damaging the power socket. Note
● Connecting electrical components when the engine is not running will drain
the battery of the vehicle - risk of battery draining!
● Further information ⇒ page 166 , Accessories, changes and replacement of
parts. 
Power socket in the luggage compartment Fig. 62 Luggage compartment: Power
socket
– Open the cover of the power socket ⇒
 fig. 62.
– Connect the plug of the electrical appliance to the socket.
You can only use the power socket for the connection of approved electrical ac-
cessories with a power uptake up to 120 watts. The vehicle battery will be dis-
charged in the process if the engine is stationary.
The same remarks apply here as for ⇒ page 64

, Cigarette lighter.
Further information ⇒ page 166, Accessories, changes and replacement of parts. 
Storage compartments Overview You will find the following storage facilities in your vehicle:
£64
Seats and Stowage