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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Fog lights
The warning light comes on when the fog lights are operating » page 38.ÐSpeed regulating system
The warning light comes on when the cruise control is operating » page 83.ÐSelector lever lock
If the warning light lights up, operate the brake pedal. This is necessary, to be
able to move the selector lever from position P or N » page 89. ÐMain beam
The warning light comes on when the main beam or headlight flasher are se-
lected » page 40. Ð24
Using the system
Activating/deactivating the parking aid
The parking aid is activated automatically when
reverse gear is engaged and the
ignition is turned on. This is confirmed by a brief audible signal.
The parking aid is deactivated by removing the reverse gear. WARNING
■ The parking aid is not a substitute for the driver paying proper attention and
it is always the driver's responsibility to take care when reversing the vehicle
or carrying out similar manoeuvres. Pay particular attention to small children
and animals as they are not recognised by the parking aid sensors.
■ Before reversing or parking, check that there is no small obstacle, such as a
rock, thin post, trailer drawbar etc., in front of or behind the vehicle. Such ob-
stacles may not be recognised by the parking aid sensors.
■ Under certain circumstances, surfaces of certain objects and types of cloth-
ing cannot reflect the signals from the parking aid. Thus, these objects or peo-
ple who wear such clothing are not recognised by the parking aid sensors.
■ External sound sources can have a detrimental effect on the parking aid.
Under unfavourable conditions, objects or people may not be recognised. Note
■ If a warning signal sounds for about 3 seconds after activating the system and
there is no obstacle close to your car, this indicates a system fault. Have the fault
rectified by a ŠKODA specialist garage. ■ The sensors must be kept clean (free of ice, etc.) to enable the parking aid to
operate properly.
■ If the parking aid is activated and the selector lever of the automatic gearbox is
in the position P, the warning signal is interrupted (the vehicle cannot move). ÐCruise control system (CCS)
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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Storing a speed 84
Changing a stored speed 84
Switching off the cruise control system temporarily 84
Switching off the cruise control system completely 84The cruise control system (CCS) maintains a constant speed, more than 30 km/h,
once it has been set, without you having to depress the accelerator pedal. This is
only possible within the range which is permitted by the power output and brak-
ing power of the engine.
The warning light
illuminates in the instrument cluster when the cruise control
system is activated. WARNING
■ For safety reasons, the cruise control system must not be used in dense
traffic or on unfavourable road surfaces (such as icy roads, slippery roads,
loose gravel) - risk of accident!
■ The saved speed may only be resumed if it is not too high for the current
traffic conditions.
■ Always switch off the cruise control system after use to prevent uninten-
tional use of the system. CAUTION
■ Always depress the clutch pedal if switching to the neutral position (vehicle
with a manual gearbox) when the cruise control system is switched on! Otherwise
the engine can rev up unintentionally.
■ The cruise control system is not able to maintain a constant speed when driving
in areas with steeper gradients. The weight of the vehicle increases the speed at
which it travels. Therefore, shift to a lower gear in good time or slow the vehicle
down by applying the foot brake. Note
It is not possible on vehicles fitted with an automatic gearbox to switch on the
cruise control system if the selector lever is in the position P, N or R. Ð
83
Starting-off and Driving
Storing a speed
Fig. 84
Turn signal and main beam lever:
Rocker switch and switch of the
cruise control system
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 83.
Storing a speed
› Turn the switch A
» Fig. 84 into the ON
position.
› After the desired speed has been reached, press the rocker button B
into the
SET position.
After you have released the rocker button B
out of the position SET
, the speed
you have just stored is maintained at a constant speed without having to depress
the accelerator. ÐChanging a stored speed
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 83.
Increasing the speed with the accelerator
› Depress the accelerator to increase the speed.
› Release the accelerator to reduce the speed back down to the preset speed.
However, if the saved speed is exceeded by more than 10
km/h for a period of
more than 5 minutes by depressing the accelerator, the stored speed is deleted
from the memory. The speed must then be saved again.
Increasing the speed with the rocker button B
›
Press the rocker button B
» Fig. 84 on page 84
» page 84 into the RES posi-
tion.
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The speed will increase continuously, if the rocker button is pressed and held in
the RES position. Release the rocker button once the desired speed is reached.
The set speed is then stored in the memory.
Decreasing the speed
› The stored speed can be
reduced by pressing the rocker button B
» Fig. 84 on
page 84
into the position SET.
› The speed will decrease continuously, if the rocker button is pressed and held
in the SET position. Release the rocker button once the desired speed is
reached. The set speed is then stored in the memory.
› If the rocker button is released at a speed of less than 30 km/h, the speed is
not stored and the memory is erased. The speed must then be stored again by
pressing the rocker button B
in the position SET after increasing the speed of
the vehicle to more than 30
km/h.
The speed can also be reduced by depressing the brake pedal, which temporarily
deactivates the system. Ð Switching off the cruise control system temporarily
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 83.
The cruise control system is
temporarily switched off
by pressing the switch A
» Fig. 84 on page 84
into the spring-tensioned position CANCEL or by depress-
ing the brake or clutch pedal.
The set speed remains stored in the memory.
Briefly press the rocker button B
into the position RES
to resume the stored
speed after the clutch or brake pedal is released. Ð Switching off the cruise control system completely
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 83.
›
Turn the switch A
» Fig. 84 on page 84
into the OFF position. Ð
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84 Using the system
Fuses in the dash panel
Fig. 139
Underside of the dash panel:
Distribution board cover. Fig. 140
Schematic representation of the fuse box for vehicles with left-
hand steering/right-hand steering
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 166.
The fuses are located on the left side of the dash panel behind a cover.
›
Carefully remove the cover in the direction of the arrow
» Fig. 139.
› After the fuse has been replaced, replace the cover in the dash panel in the op-
posite direction of the arrow so that the guide lugs are guided into the open-
ings of the dash panel. Close the cover until it clicks into place.
Fuse assignment in the dash panel No. Power consumer
1 S-contact
2 START-STOP, air-conditioning system
3 Instrument cluster, headlamp beam adjustment ä No. Power consumer
4 Control unit for ABS, button for START STOP5 Petrol engine: Speed regulating system
6 Reversing light (manual gearbox) 7 Ignition, engine control unit, automatic gearbox
8 Brake pedal switch, clutch pedal switch
9 Operating controls for the heating, control unit for air conditioning sys-
tem, parking aid, control unit for cornering lights, radiator fan, washing
nozzles
10 Windscreen Wiper and Washer System 11 Mirror adjustment
12 Control unit for trailer detection
13 Control unit for automatic gearbox
14 Motor for halogen projector headlights with cornering light function 15 PDA navigation system
16 Electrohydraulic power steering 17 START-STOP (radio), daylight driving light
18 Mirror heater 19 S-contact
20 Alarm 21 Reversing light, fog lights with the function CORNER
22 Operating controls for the heating, control unit for air conditioning sys-
tem, parking aid, mobile phone, instrument cluster, steering angle
sender, ESC, vehicle voltage control unit, multifunction steering wheel
23 Interior lighting, storage compartment and luggage compartment, side
lights
24 Central control unit 25 Seat heaters
26 Rear window wiper 27 Telephone preinstallation
28 Petrol engine: AKF valve, Diesel engine: Control flap 29 Injection, coolant pump
30 Fuel pump, ignition, Cruise control system, operation of PTC relay 31 Lambda probe £ 167
Fuses and light bulbs
Index
A
ABS 81
Warning light 21
Accessories 155
Adjusting Exterior mirror 45
Adjusting seats 101
Adjustment Seat 47
Aerial 128
see Radio reception 130
Airbag 109
Deployment 109
Front airbag 110
Head airbag 112
Side airbag 111
Airbag system 109
Air conditioning system Air outlet vents 68
Climatronic 73
Manual air conditioning system 70
Alarm 30
Anti-theft alarm system 30
Antilock brake system 81
Armrest 64
Ashtray 60
Assistance systems ESC 80
Assist systems ABS 21, 81
Cruise control systems (CCS) 83
EDL 81
ESC 20
Parking aid 82
START/STOP 85
TCS 21, 81Auto Check Control 16
Automatic gearbox 87
Dynamic shift programme 90
Emergency programme 90
Information for driving 87
Kickdown 90
Manual shifting of gears 89
Parking 88
Selector lever-emergency unlocking 91
Selector lever lock 89
Selector lever positions 88
Starting off 88
Stopping 88
Tiptronic 89
Automatic load deactivation 147
AUX-IN 99
Avoiding damage to your vehicle 123
B
Before setting off 100
Belts 104
Belt tensioners 107
Bicycle carrier 56
Bonnet Closing 138
Opening 138
Boot Class
N1 vehicles 52
Cover 53
Emergency unlocking 33
Fastening elements 52
Fixing nets 53
Folding hooks 53
Light 41
see Boot lid 32
Unlocking the boot lid 33
Variable loading floor 55
Boot lid 32
Automatic locking 32
Brake assist 80Brake booster 80
Brake fluid Checking 142
Brakes Brake booster 80
Handbrake 80
Running in 119
Warning light 18
Braking Brake fluid 142
Breakdown kit 160
Bulbs Replacing 169
Button in the driver's door Electrical power windows 33
C
Car computer see Multifunction display 12
Car jack 156
Carrier 58
Catalytic converter 119
Central locking button 28
Central locking system 27
lock 28
unlock 28
Changes 155
Changing Engine oil 140
Wheel 157
Charging a vehicle battery 146
Checking Battery electrolyte level 145
Brake fluid 142
Coolant level 141
Engine oil 139
Oil level 139
Windscreen washer fluid 143
Children and safety 115
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Child safety
Side airbag 116
Child safety lock 26
Child seat Classification 116
ISOFIX 117
on the front passenger seat 115
Suitability 117
TOP TETHER 118
Chrome parts refer to Taking care of your vehicle 129
Cigarette lighter 60
Cleaning 127
Artificial leather 132
Headlight lenses 130
Material coverings 132
Materials 132
Natural leather 132
Plastic parts 129
Wheels 131
Climatronic Recirculated air mode 74
Clock 11
Clothes hooks 65
Cockpit 12-volt power socket 61
Ashtray 60
Cigarette lighter 60
General view 7
Light 41
Storage compartments 61
Compartments 61
Computer see Multifunction display 12
Coolant Checking 141
Replenishing 141
Coolant temperature gauge display 9
Correct seated position 101
Counter for distance driven 10Cruise control system (CCS) 83
Cup holders 59
D
Daylight driving light 37
Deactivating an airbag 113
Defrsoting rear window 42
Delayed locking of the boot lid see Boot lid 32
Diesel refer to Fuel 136
Diesel fuel Operation in winter 136
Diesel particulate filter 22
Digital clock 11
Dipstick 139
Display Service interval 10
Distance driven 10
Door Child safety lock 26
Doors Emergency locking 31
Driving Abroad 123
Driving through water on the street 124
Emissions 176
Fuel consumption 176
Maximum speed 180
E
Economical and environmentally friendly driving 120
EDL 81
Electrical power windows Button in the driver's door 33, 34
Button in the rear door 34
Central locking system 35
Operational faults 35Electronic differential lock 81
Electronic immobiliser 77
Emergency Automatic gearbox 90
Changing a wheel 157
Hazard warning light system 40
Jump-starting 163
locking of the doors 31
Selector lever-unlocking 91
Towing the vehicle 164
Tyre repair 160
Unlocking the boot lid 33
Emissions 176
Engine Running in 119
Starting and stopping the engine 76
Engine compartment Brake fluid 142
Coolant 140
Overview 138
Vehicle battery 143
Engine oil Capacity 179
Changing 140
Checking 139
Engine oil 19
Replenishing 139
Specification 179
Engine revolutions counter 9
Environment 120
Environmental compatibility 122
Environmentally friendly driving 120
ESC Function 80
Warning light 20
F
Fire extinguisher 156
First-aid kit 156
Floor mats 82
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