Charging a vehicle battery
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 176.
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 198, 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 176.
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 36
Panoramic sliding roof (operational faults) » page 38
Enter the radio/navigation system code num-
ber » User manual of the radio
or »
user manual of the navigation
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 176.
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
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ä
179
Inspecting and replenishing
Fuses in the dash panel
Fig. 165
Fuse box cover in the dash panel/schematic diagram of the fuse
box
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 201.
The fuses are located on the left side of the dash panel behind a cover.
›
Remove the cover for the fuse box using the key to the ignition
» Fig. 165.
› Replace the cover once the fuse has been changed.
Fuse assignment in the dash panel No. Power consumer
1 Heating of the gearbox ventilation (diesel engine)
Control unit for automatic gearbox DSG
2-3 Towing device
4 Instrument cluster, windshield wiper lever, turn signal light lever,
camera
5 Air blower for heating, radiator fan, air conditioning system, Clima-
tronic
6 Rear window wiper 7 Phone
8 Towing device
9 Vehicle voltage control unit - interior lights
Rear fog light
10 Rain sensor, light switch, diagnostic socket 11 Left side cornering lights ä
No. Power consumer
12 Right side cornering lights
13 Radio, changer for mobile navigation
14 Towing device 15 Light switch
16 Haldex 17 Control unit for headlamp beam adjustment and headlight swivel
18 Diagnostic socket, engine control unit, brake sensor
19 Control unit for ABS, ESP, switch for tyre air pressure control, control
unit for parking aid, switch for
OFF ROAD mode, START STOP button
20 Switch and airbag control unit
21 WIV, tail light, dimming mirrors, pressure sensor, telephone preinstal-
lation, air mass meter
22 Instrument cluster, control unit for electromechanical power steering
23 Central locking system and bonnet lid
24 Rear power window 25 Rear window heater, auxiliary heating and ventilation
26 Power socket in the boot 27 Electric sliding/tilting roof, electric sun screen
28 Fuel pump, injection valves 29 Front power window
30 front and rear lighter 31 Headlight cleaning system
32 Front seat heating, regulator for seat heating
33 Heating, air conditioning, Climatronic, remote control for auxiliary
heating
34 Alarm, spare horn 35 Control unit for automatic gearbox DSG
36 DVD Ð
202 Do-it-yourself
