2012 SKODA ROOMSTER Dash lights

Using the system
Cockpit
Overview
Electrical power windows 33
Electric exterior mirror adjustment 45
Air outlet vents 68
Lever for the multifunction switch:
› Turn signal light, headlight and parking light, headlight flasher 40
› Speed regulating system 83
Steering wheel:
› With horn
› With driver’s front airbag 110
› With pushbuttons for radio, navigation system and mobile
phone 92
Instrument cluster: Instruments and warning lights 8
Lever for the multifunction switch:
› Multifunction display 12
› Windscreen wiper and wash system 43
Switch for rear window heater 42
TCS switch 81
Air outlet vents 68
Switch for hazard warning lights 40
Warning light for the deactivated front seat passenger airbag 113
Depending on equipment fitted:
› Operating controls for the heating 68
› Operating controls for the air conditioning system 70
› Operating controls for Climatronic 73
Storage compartments on the front passenger side 62
Front passenger airbag 110
Key-operated switch for the front seat passenger airbag 113
Switch depending on equipment fitted:
› Boot lid remote release 32
› Interior monitor 311
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5
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17 Fuse box in the dashboard 167
Light switch and headlamp beam adjustment 36, 39
Bonnet release lever 138
Lever for adjusting the steering wheel 77
Ignition lock 78
Depending on equipment fitted:
› Radio
› Navigation system
Rocker switch for front left seat heating 48
Central locking system 28
Depending on equipment fitted:
› Gearshift lever (manual gearbox) 82
› Selector lever (automatic gearbox) 88
Rocker switch for front right seat heating 48
Depending on equipment fitted:
› Ashtrays 60
› Storage compartment 63
MDI 99
Note
The arrangement of the controls and switches and the location of some items on
right-hand drive models may differ from that shown in »
Fig. 1. The symbols on
the controls and switches are the same as for left-hand drive models. Ð 18
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Cockpit

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 in the instrument cluster display.
We recommend that this reset is completed by a
ŠKODA specialist garage.
The ŠKODA specialist garage: › Resets the memory of the display after the appropriate inspection
› Adds an entry to the Service Schedule
› Affixes the sticker with the entry of the following service interval to the side of
the dashboard on the driver's side
Reset the service interval display by using the reset button 6
»
Fig. 2 on page 8.
On vehicles which are equipped with the information display, you can reset the
Service Interval Display in the menu Settings » page 15.CAUTION
We recommend that you do not reset the Service Interval Display yourself as this
can result in the incorrect setting of the Service Interval Display, which can also
cause possible problems with the operation of your vehicle. Note
■ Never reset the display between service intervals, as this will result in the incor-
rect display. ■ Information is retained in the Service Interval Display even after the vehicle bat-
tery 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 ŠKODA specialist garage. ■ After resetting the display with flexible service intervals, the displayed data is
the same as that for a vehicle with fixed service intervals. We therefore recom-
mend that the Service Interval Display is only reset by a

ŠKODA Service Partner,
who will reset the display with a vehicle system tester. ■ For more information on the service intervals » Service Plan. Ð Digital clock
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 8.
The clock is set with the buttons 5
and 6
» Fig. 2 on page 8.
Select the display that you wish to change with the button 5
and carry out the
change with the button 6
.
On vehicles that are fitted with the information display, it is also possible to set
the clock in the menu Time » page 15. Ð Recommended gear
Fig. 4
Recommended gear
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 8.
The currently engaged gear A
is shown in the instrument cluster display
» Fig. 4.
In order to minimise the fuel consumption, a recommendation for shifting into an-
other gear is indicated in the display.
If the control unit recognises that it is beneficial to change gear, an arrow B
is
shown in the display. The arrow points up or down, depending on whether you
should shift into a higher or lower gear.
At the same time, the recommended gear is indicated instead of the currently en-
gaged gear A
.
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Instruments and Indicator Lights

Airbag system 
If the warning light  lights up, there is a fault in the airbag system.
The following is displayed in the information display: Error: Airbag
The functionality of the airbag system is also monitored electronically when one
airbag has been switched off.
If a front, side or head airbag or belt tensioner has 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 seconds afterwards in 2 second intervals.
The following is displayed in the information display: Airbag/belt tensioner deactivated!
If the airbag was switched off using the key-operated switch on the side of the
dash panel on the passenger side:
› The warning light
 comes on for 4 seconds after the ignition has been switch-
ed on.
› switching off the airbag is indicated in the middle of the dash panel by the light-
ing up of the yellow indicator light in display

     » page 113 . WARNING
If there is a fault, have the airbag system checked immediately by a ŠKODA
specialist garage. Otherwise, there is a risk of the airbag not being activated in
the event of an accident. ÐTyre control display 
The warning light  lights up, if there is a substantial drop in inflation pressure in
one of the tyres. Check and adjust the pressure in all tyres.
If the warning light  lights up, there is a fault in the system.
Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.
Further information »

page 153, Tyre control display. Note
If the battery has been disconnected, the warning light  illuminates after the ig-
nition is switched on. The warning light should go out after driving a short dis-
tance. Ð Windscreen washer fluid level 
If the windscreen washer fluid level is too low, the warning light  comes on. Top
up with liquid » page 143.
The following is displayed in the information display: Top up wash fluid! Ð Switching off traction control system (TCS) 
The ASR is switched off by pressing the button » page 81 and the warning light
 illuminates.
The following is displayed in the information display: Traction control (ASR) deactivated. Ð Turn signal system 

Either the left  or right  warning light flashes depending on the position of the
turn signal lever.
If a turn signal light fails, the warning light flashes at twice its normal rate.
Switching off the hazard warning light system is switched on will cause all of the
turn signal lights as well as both warning lights to flash.
Further information » page 40, Turn signal and main beam lever .Ð Low beam 
The warning light  comes on when low beam is selected » page 36.Ð
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Instruments and Indicator Lights

Lights and visibility
Lights
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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Switching lights on and off 36
DAY LIGHT function (Daylight driving light) 37
Halogen projector headlights with cornering light function 37
Parking light 37
Tourist light 38
Fog lights 38
Fog lights with the function CORNER 38
Rear fog light 39
Headlight beam adjustment 39
Switches for the hazard warning light system 40
Turn signal and main beam lever 40
On models fitted with right-hand steering the position of certain switches differs
from that shown in » Fig. 21 on page
36. The symbols which mark the switch po-
sitions are identical, however. WARNING
Never drive with only the side lights on! The side lights are not bright enough
to light up the road sufficiently in front of you or to be seen by other oncom-
ing traffic. Therefore always switch on the low beam when it is dark or if visi-
bility is poor. CAUTION
■ The activation of the lights should only be undertaken in accordance with na-
tional legal requirements.
■ The driver is always responsible for the correct settings and use of the lights. Note
■ If the light switch is in the position , the ignition key is removed and the driv-
er's door is open, an audible warning signal will sound. The audible warning signal
is switched off by means of the door contact when the driver's door is closed (ig-
nition off), however, the side lights remain on to illuminate the parked vehicle if
necessary. ■ In the event of cool or humid weather conditions, the headlights can be misted
up from inside. The temperature difference between interior and external area of
the headlight lenses is decisive. When the driving lights are switched on, the light
outlet surfaces are free from mist after a short period, although the headlight
lenses may still be misted up in the peripheral areas. It also concerns reverse light
and turn signal lights. This mist has no influence on the life of the lighting system. Ð Switching lights on and off
Fig. 21
Dash panel: Light switch/fuse box: Switch for daylight driving lights
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 36.
Switching on the parking light
› Turn the light switch
» Fig. 21 -  to position .
Switching on the low beam and main beam
› Turn the light switch
» Fig. 21 -  to position .
› Press the main beam lever forward in order to switch on the main
beam » Fig. 25 on page 40.
Switching off lights (except daytime running lights)
› Turn the light switch
» Fig. 21 -  to position O. Ð
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DAY LIGHT function (Daylight driving light)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 36.
Switching on
› Remove the cover on the fuse box on the left-hand side of the dash pan-
el » page 167, Fuses in the dash panel.
› Turn the light switch into position O
» Fig. 21 on page 36 - .
› Switch on the switch for daylight driving lights
» Fig. 21 on page 36 - .
Switching off
› Remove the cover on the fuse box on the left-hand side of the dash pan-
el » page 167, Fuses in the dash panel.
› Switch off the switch for daylight driving lights
» Fig. 21 on page 36 - .
› Turn the light switch to the position Parking light
 or Low beam  » Fig. 21
on page 36 - .
Activating daylight driving lights for vehicles with the
START-STOP system
› Switch off the ignition.
› At the same time, slide the turn signal light lever upwards and hold it in this po-
sition for at least 3 seconds.
› Switch on the ignition - wait until the right-turn signal light flashes 4x.
› Switch off the ignition - an audible signal sounds which confirms the activation
of the daylight driving lights.
› Release the turn signal lever.
Deactivating daylight driving lights for vehicles with the
START-STOP system
› Switch off the ignition.
› At the same time, slide the turn signal light lever downwards and hold it in this
position for at least 3 seconds.
› Switch on the ignition - wait until the left-turn signal light flashes 4x.
› Switch off the ignition - an audible signal sounds which confirms the deactiva-
tion of the daylight driving lights.
› Release the turn signal lever.
On vehicles with separate lights for daylight driving lights in the fog lights or in
the front bumper, the parking lights and the licence plate light do not come on
when activating the function daylight driving lights (neither front nor rear).
If the vehicle is not equipped with separate lights for daylight driving lights, the
combination of the low beam, the parking lights (front and rear) including the li-
cence plate light is used as daylight driving lights. Ð
ä Halogen projector headlights with cornering light function
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 36.
For a better cornering illumination, the halogen projector headlights with corner-
ing light function are set in the optimal position in line with the vehicle speed and
the steering angle. WARNING
If the halogen projector headlights with cornering light function are faulty, the
headlights are automatically lowered to the emergency position, which pre-
vents a possible dazzling of oncoming traffic. Thus the illuminated length of
the road is shortened. Drive carefully and visit a

ŠKODA specialist garage as
soon as possible. Ð Parking light
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 36.
Parking light

› Switch off the ignition.
› Pull the turn signal light lever
» Fig. 25 on page 40 » page 40 upwards or
downwards - the side light on the right or left side of the vehicle is switched.
Parking light on both sides
› Turn the light switch into the position
 and lock the vehicle. Note
■ The parking light  can only be activated if the ignition is switched off.
■ If the right or left turn signal light has been switched on and the ignition is
switched off, the parking light is not automatically switched on. Ð
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Lights and visibility

Tourist light
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 36.
Halogen projector headlights with cornering light function
This mode makes it possible to drive in countries with opposing traffic system
(driving on the left/right) without dazzling the oncoming vehicles. When the mode
“tourist light
” is active, the side to side swivel of the headlights is deactivated.
Activating tourist light
Before activating the tourist light, the following conditions must be met.
Ignition switched off, light switched off (light switch in the position O), control dial
for the headlamp beam adjustment in the position -, no gear engaged or selector
lever in the position N (automatic gearbox), tourist light deactivated.
› Switch on the ignition.
within 10 seconds of the ignition being switched on:
› Turn the light switch to position
 » page 36, Switching lights on and off .
› Engage reverse gear (manual gearbox) or move the selector lever into the posi-
tion R (automatic gearbox),
› Turn the control dial for headlamp beam adjustment from the position
- to the
position 3 » page 39.
Deactivating tourist light
Before deactivating the tourist light, the following conditions must be met.
Ignition switched off, light switched off (light switch in the position O), control dial
for the headlamp beam adjustment in the position 3, no gear engaged or selector
lever in the position N (automatic gearbox), tourist light activated.
› Switch on the ignition.
within 10 seconds of the ignition being switched on:
› Turn the light switch to position
 » page 36, Switching lights on and off .
› Engage reverse gear (manual gearbox) or move the selector lever into the posi-
tion R (automatic gearbox),
› Turn the control dial for headlamp beam adjustment from the position
3 to the
position - » page 39.
Further information » page 123, Headlights.
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When the “tourist light” mode is active, the warning light  flashes for 10 sec-
onds each time the ignition is switched on. Ð Fog lights
Fig. 22
Dash panel: Light switch
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 36.
Switching on
› First of all, turn the light switch
» Fig. 22 to position  or .
› Pull the light switch to position 1
.
The warning light  lights up in the instrument cluster when the fog lights are
switched on » page 17. Ð Fog lights with the function CORNER
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 36.
The fog lights with the function CORNER are designed to improve the illumination
of the surrounding area near the vehicle when turning, parking, etc. £
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The fog lights with the function CORNER are adjusted according to the steering
angle or after switching on the turn signal light
1)
in the following circumstances:
› the vehicle is stationary and the engine is running or it moves with a speed of
maximum 40 km/h;
› the daytime running lights are not switched on;
› the low beam is switched on;
› the fog lights are not switched on;
› no reverse gear is engaged. ÐRear fog light
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 36.
Switching on
› First of all, turn the light switch
» Fig. 22 on page 38 » page 38 to position  or
 .
› Pull the light switch to position 2
.
If the vehicle is not fitted with fog lights » page 38, the rear fog light is switched
on by turning the light switch to the position  or  and is pulled out directly to
the position 2
. This switch does not have two positions, but only one position.
The warning light 
lights up in the instrument cluster when the rear fog light is
switched on » page 17.
Only the rear fog light on the trailer lights up if the vehicle has a factory-fitted
towing device or a towing device from ŠKODA original accessories and it is driven
with a trailer and the rear fog light switched on. Ð
ä Headlight beam adjustment
Fig. 23
Dash panel: Lights and visibility
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 36.
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Turn the control dial
» Fig. 23 to the desired width of illumination.
Settings
The positions correspond approximately to the following car load. Front seats occupied, boot empty.
All seats occupied, boot empty.
All seats occupied, boot loaded.
Driver seat occupied, boot loaded. CAUTION
Always adjust the headlight range adjustment in such a way that:
■ it does not dazzle other road users, especially oncoming traffic;
■ and the range is sufficient for safe driving. Note
We recommend you adjust the headlight beam when the low beam is switched
on. Ð
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3
1)
If both switch on versions are conflicting, for example if the steering wheel is turned to the left and
the right turn signal light is switched on, the turn signal light has the higher priority.
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Lights and visibility

Switches for the hazard warning light system
Fig. 24
Dash panel: Switch for hazard
warning lights
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 36.
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Press switch
 » Fig. 24 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 warning light for the turn signals and
the warning light in the switch also flash at the same time. The hazard warning
light system can also be operated if the ignition is switched off.
The hazard warning light system is switched on automatically if an airbag is de-
ployed in the event of an accident. Note
The hazard warning light system must be switched on if, for example:
■ you encounter a traffic congestion;
■ your vehicle breaks down or an emergency situation occurs. Ð
ä Turn signal and main beam lever
Fig. 25
Turn signal and main beam lever
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 36.
The parking light and headlight flasher are also operated with the turn signal and
main beam lever.
Right  and left  turn signal light
› Push the lever
» Fig. 25 upwards A
or downwards B
.
› If you only wish to flash three times (the "convenience turn signal"), briefly
push the lever to the upper or lower pressure point and release again.
› Turn signal for changing lanes - 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 » page 36.
› Press the lever
» Fig. 25 in the direction of arrow C
.
› The main beam is switched off by pulling the lever into the initial position in the
direction of arrow D
.
Headlight flasher 
› Pull the lever
» Fig. 25 towards the steering wheel (spring-tensioned position)
in the direction of arrow D
- the main beam and the warning light
 in the in-
strument cluster come on.
Parking light 
Description of the operation » page 37 CAUTION
Only use the main beam or the headlight flasher if other road users will not be
dazzled. £
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