2012 SKODA ROOMSTER manual radio set

Charging a vehicle battery
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 143.
A properly charged vehicle battery is essential for reliably starting the engine.
›
Switch off the ignition and all of the electrical components.
› Only for “quick-charging”: Disconnect both battery cables (first of all “negative”,
then “positive”).
› Attach the terminal clamps of the charger to the battery terminals (red =
“posi-
tive
”, black = “negative”).
› Only now plug the mains cable of the charger into the power socket and switch
on the device.
› When charging is completed: Switch off the charger and remove the mains ca-
ble from the power socket.
› Only then disconnect the charger's terminal clamps.
› Reconnect the cables to the battery, if necessary (first of all
“positive”, then
“negative
”).
It is not normally necessary to disconnect the cables of the battery if you re-
charge the vehicle battery using low amperages (as for example from a mini-
charger). Refer to the instructions of the charger manufacturer.
A charging current of 0.1 multiple of the total vehicle battery capacity (or lower)
must be used until full charging is achieved.
It is, however, necessary to disconnect both cables before charging the battery
with high amperages, so-called “ quick-charging”.
“Quick-charging” the vehicle battery is dangerous and requires a special charger
and specialist knowledge. We therefore recommend having the quick charging of
vehicle batteries undertaken by a ŠKODA specialist garage.
The vent plugs of the vehicle battery should not be opened for charging. CAUTION
On vehicles with the START/STOP system, the pole terminal of the charger must
not be connected directly to the negative terminal of the vehicle battery, but only
to the engine earth » page 164, Jump-starting in vehicles with the

START-STOP
system . Ð
ä Disconnecting and reconnecting the vehicle battery
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 143.
On disconnecting and reconnecting the vehicle battery the following functions
are initially deactivated or are no longer able to operate fault-free:
Operation Operating measure
Electrical power window (operational faults) » page 35
Enter the radio/navigation system code num-
ber » User manual of the radio
or » user manual of the naviga-
tion system
Setting the clock » page 11
Data in the multifunction display are deleted. » page 12 Note
We recommend having the vehicle checked by a ŠKODA Service Partner to ensure
the full functionality of all electrical systems. Ð Replacing the vehicle battery
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 143.
When replacing a battery, the new vehicle battery must have the same capacity,
voltage, amperage and be the same size. Suitable types of vehicle batteries can
be purchased from a

ŠKODA Service Partner.
We recommend that the battery is replaced by a ŠKODA Service Partner, where
the new vehicle battery will be installed properly and the original battery will be
disposed of in accordance with national regulations. Ð
ä
ä
146 General Maintenance

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
184 Index

O
Oil refer to Engine oil 139
Onboard computer see Multifunction display 12
Operation in winter De-icing windows 130
Diesel fuel 136
Vehicle battery 145
Outside temperature 13
Overview Engine compartment 138
Warning lights 17
P
Paint see Paint damage 129
Paint damage 129
Panorama roof 35
Parking Parking aid 82
Parking ticket holder 66
Passive Safety 100
Periodic wiping 43
Petrol refer to Fuel 135
Polishing the paintwork refer to Taking care of your vehicle 129
Power steering 77
Preservation refer to Taking care of your vehicle 129
R
Radiator fan 142
Radio reception Aerial 130
Functional fault 130Raise vehicle 159
Rear mirror Exterior mirror 45
Manual dimming interior mirror 45
Recirculated air mode Manual air conditioning system 72
Recommended gear 11
Refuelling 134
Fuel 134
Regulation Headlight beam 39
Remote control 29
Synchronisation process 30
Remote control key Replacing the battery 25
Replacement of parts 155
Replacing bulbs 169
Fuses 166
Vehicle battery 146
Windscreen wiper blade 44
Replenishing Coolant 141
Engine oil 139
Windscreen washer fluid 143
Running in Brake pads 119
Engine 119
The first 1 500 km 119
Tyres 119
S
Safe securing system 27
Safety 100
Child safety 115
Child safety seats 115
Head restraints 48
ISOFIX 117
TOP TETHER 118
Save electrical energy 120Seat
Adjusting 47
Seat belt Warning light 18
Seat belt height adjuster 107
Seat belts 104
Cleaning 133
fastening and unfastening 106
Height adjustment 107
Seats folding forward 49
Head restraints 48
Heating 48
Removing seats 50
Selector lever see selector lever positions 88
Selector lever positions 88
Service display 10
Setting Manual air conditioning system 72
Manual dimming interior mirror 45
Steering wheel 77
Setting temperature Heating 68
Setting the clock Clock 11
Shifting Diving economically 120
Gearshift lever 82
Side airbag 111
Snow chains 154
Spare wheel 151
Speedometer 9
START/STOP Function 85
Starting and stopping the engine 76
Starting engine Jump-starting 163
START STOP Jump-starting 164
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Index