2012 SKODA ROOMSTER Owner's Manual

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ŠKODA Roomster
Owner's Manual

Layout of this Owner's Manual
(explanations)
This Owner's Manual has been systematically designed to make it easy for you to
search for and obtain the information you require.
Chapters, table of contents and subject index
The text of the Owner's manual is divided into relatively short sections which are
combined into easy-to-read chapters. The chapter you are reading at any particular
moment is always specified on the bottom right of the page.
The Table of contents is arranged according to the chapters and the detailed Sub-
ject index at the end of the Owner's Manual helps you to rapidly find the informa-
tion you are looking for.
Direction indications
All direction indications such as
“left”, “right”, “front”, “rear” relate to the direction of
travel of the vehicle.
Units of measurement
All values are expressed in metric units.
Explanation of symbols
 Denotes a reference to a section with important information and safety
advice in a chapter.
 Denotes the end of a section.
 Denotes the continuation of a section on the next page.
 Indicates situations where the vehicle must be stopped as soon as possi-
ble.
® Denotes a registered trademark.
Notes WARNING
The most important notes are marked with the heading WARNING. These
WARNING notes draw your attention to a serious risk of accident or injury.CAUTION
A Caution note draws your attention to the possibility of damage to your vehicle
(e.g. damage to gearbox), or points out general risks of an accident. For the sake of the environment
An Environmental note draws your attention to environmental protection aspects.
This is where you will, for example, find tips aimed at reducing your fuel consump-
tion. Note
A normal Note draws your attention to important information about the operation
of your vehicle.

Preface
You have opted for a ŠKODA – our sincere thanks for your confidence in us.
You have received a vehicle with the latest technology and range of amenities. Please read this Owner's
Manual carefully, because the operation in accordance with these instructions is a prerequisite for proper use
of the vehicle.
If you have any questions about your vehicle, please contact a ŠKODA Service Partner.
We wish you much pleasure with your ŠKODA and pleasant motoring at all times.
Your ŠKODA AUTO a.s. (hereinafter referred to as ŠKODA) £

The on-board literature
The on-board literature for your vehicle consists of this
“Owner's Manual” as well
as a “Service schedule” and the “Help on the road” brochure.
Depending on the vehicle model and equipment, other additional operating man-
uals and instructions may be provided (e.g. an operating manual for the radio).
If one of the publications listed above is missing, please contact a ŠKODA Service
Partner.
The Owner's Manual
These operating instructions describe all possible equipment variants without
identifying them as special equipment, model variants or market-dependent
equipment.
Consequently, this vehicle does not need to contain all of the equipment compo-
nents described in this Owner's manual.
The level of equipment of your vehicle refers to your purchase contract of the ve-
hicle. For more information, contact your local ŠKODA retailer.
The illustrations can differ in minor details from your vehicle; they are only inten-
ded for general information.
The Service Plan:
› includes vehicle data including information on service work performed;
› is a record of services provided;
› is provided for entries relating to the mobility warranty (valid only for some
countries);
› serves as warranty certificate of the ŠKODA dealer.
The service records are one of the conditions for warranty claims.
Please always present the Service schedule when you take your car to a ŠKODA
specialist garage.
If the Service Schedule is missing or worn, please contact the ŠKODA specialist
garage that regularly services your car. You will receive a duplicate, in which the
previously carried out service work is confirmed by the ŠKODA specialist garage.
The Help on the Road brochure
The brochure contains the important emergency telephone numbers as well as
telephone numbers and contact addresses of ŠKODA Service Partners in different
countries.

Table of Contents
Abbreviations
Using the system
Cockpit 7
Overview 6
Instruments and Indicator Lights 8
Instrument cluster 8
Multifunction display (onboard computer) 12
MAXI DOT (information display) 15
Warning lights 17
Unlocking and locking 25
Vehicle key 25
Locking/unlocking the vehicle without central
locking 26
Central locking system 27
Remote control 29
Anti-theft alarm system 30
Interior monitor and towing protection 31
Emergency locking of the doors 31
Boot lid 32
Electrical power windows 33
Panorama roof 35
Lights and visibility 36
Lights 36
Interior light 41
Visibility 42
Windscreen wipers and washers 42
Rear window 45
Seats and Stowage 47
Front seats 47
Head restraints 48
Rear seats 49Boot 51
Variable loading floor in the boot 55
Bicycle carrier in the luggage compartment 56
Roof rack system 58
Cup holders 59
Ashtray 60
Cigarette lighter, 12-volt power socket 60
Storage compartments 61
Clothes hooks 65
Parking ticket holder 66
Heating and air conditioning system 67
Heating and air conditioning system 67
Air outlet vents 68
Heating 68
Air conditioning system (manual air conditioning
system) 70
Climatronic (automatic air conditioning
system) 73
Starting-off and Driving 76
Starting and stopping the engine 76
Brakes and brake assist systems 78
Shifting (manual gearbox) 82
pedals 82
Parking aid 82
Cruise control system (CCS) 83
START/STOP 85
Automatic gearbox 87
Automatic gearbox 87
Communication 92
Mobile phones and two-way radio systems 92
Universal telephone preinstallation GSM II 92
Voice control 96
Multimedia 97 Safety
Passive Safety 100
General information 100
Correct seated position 101
Seat belts 104
Seat belts 104
Airbag system 109
Description of the airbag system 109
Front airbags 110
Side airbags 111
Head airbags 112
Deactivating airbags 113
Transporting children safely 115
Child seat 115
Driving Tips
Driving and the Environment 119
The first 1 500 km 119
Catalytic converter 119
Economical and environmentally friendly
driving 120
Environmental compatibility 122
Driving abroad 123
Avoiding damage to your vehicle 123
Driving through water on the street 124
Towing a trailer 125
Towing a trailer 125
General Maintenance
Taking care of and cleaning the vehicle 127
Taking care of your vehicle 127
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Inspecting and replenishing 134
Fuel 134
Engine compartment 136
Vehicle battery 143
Wheels and Tyres 148
Tyres 148
Accessories, changes and replacement of parts 155
Introductory information 155
Changes and impairments of the airbag
system 155
Do-it-yourself
Do-it-yourself 156
First-aid kit and warning triangle 156
Fire extinguisher 156
Vehicle tool kit 156
Changing a wheel 157
Breakdown kit 160
Jump-starting 163
Towing the vehicle 164
Fuses and light bulbs 166
Fuses 166
Bulbs 169
Praktik
Praktik 174
Rear interior light 174
Lashing eyes 174
Adjustable safety partition behind the front
seats 174
Fixing of the loading floor 175
Adjustment of the safety partition 175
Emergency unlocking of the loading area door 175 Technical data
Technical data 176
Introductory information 176
Data on the vehicle sticker and the type plate 176
Dimensions 178
Specifications and engine oil capacity 179
Vehicle-specific details per engine type 180
Index
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Abbreviations
Abbreviation Definition rpm Engine revolutions per minute
ABS Anti-lock brake system AG Automatic gearbox
TCS Traction control
CO 2 in g/km discharged quantity of carbon dioxide in grams per driven kilo-
meter
DPF Diesel particle filter
DSG Automatic double clutch gearbox ESC Electronic Stability Control kW Kilowatt, measuring unit for the engine outputMG Manual gearbox
MFD Multifunction display N1 Panel van intended exclusively or mainly for the transporta- tion of goods
Nm Newton meter, measuring unit for the engine torque
TDI CR Diesel engine with turbocharging and common rail injection system
TSI Petrol engine with turbocharging and direct injection Ð 5
Abbreviations

Fig. 1
Cockpit
6 Using the system