Instruments and Indicator Lights
Instrument Cluster
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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Overview 8
Engine revolutions counter 9
Speedometer 9
Coolant temperature gauge 9
Fuel gauge 9
Counter for distance driven 10
Service Interval Display 10
Digital clock 11
Recommended gear 11
WARNING
■ Concentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver you are fully re-
sponsible for the operation of your vehicle.
■ Never operate the controls in the instrument cluster while driving, only
when the vehicle is stationary! Ð Overview
Fig. 2
Instrument cluster
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 8.
Engine revolutions counter
» page 9
Speedometer » page 9
Button for display mode:
› Setting the hours/minutes
› Activating/deactivating the second speed in mph or km/h
› Service intervals - Display of the number of days and kilometres remaining
until the next Inspection Service
Coolant temperature gauge » page 9
Display:
› With counter for distance driven
» page 10
› With service interval display
» page 10
› With digital clock
» page 11
› With multifunction display
» page 12
› With information display » page 15
Fuel gauge » page 9
Button for:
› Reset trip counter for the distance driven
› Resetting Service Interval Display
› Set hours/minutes
› Activate/deactivate display mode Ð
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3
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5
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Using the system
CAUTION
Never drive until the fuel tank is completely empty! An irregular supply of fuel can
lead to irregular engine running. Unburnt fuel may get into the exhaust system
and damage the catalytic converter. Note
After filling up, it can occur that during dynamic driving (e.g. numerous curves,
braking, driving downhill and climbing a steep hill) the fuel gauge indicates ap-
prox. a fraction less. When stopping or during less dynamic driving, the fuel gauge
displays the correct fuel level again. This is not a fault. ÐCounter for distance driven
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 8.
The distance which you have driven with your vehicle is shown in kilometres (km).
In some countries the measuring unit (mph) is used.
Daily trip counter (trip)
The daily trip counter indicates the distance which you have driven since it was
last reset - in steps of 100 metres or 1/10 of a mile.
To reset the display of the daily trip counter, press button
7
» Fig. 2 on page 8
for longer.
Odometer
The odometer indicates the total distance in kilometres or miles which the vehicle
has been driven.
Fault display
If there is a fault in the instrument cluster Error will appear continuously in the
display. Ensure the fault is rectified as soon as possible by
ŠKODA a specialist ga-
rage. Note
For vehicles fitted with the information display, if the display of the second speed
is activated in mph or km/h, this driving speed is indicated instead of the counter
for the total distance driven. Ð
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Fig. 3
Service Interval Display: Note
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 8.
The display can vary depending on the equipment.
Service Interval Display
Before the next service interval a key symbol
and the remaining kilometres are
indicated for 10 seconds after switching on the ignition » Fig. 3. At the same time,
the remaining days until the next service interval are displayed.
The following is displayed in the information display: Service in ... km or ... days.
The kilometre indicator or the days indicator reduces in steps of 100
km or, where
applicable, days until the service due date is reached.
As soon as the due date for the service is reached, a flashing key symbol and
the text Service appears in the display for 20 seconds after the ignition has been
switched on.
The following is displayed in the information display:
Service now!
Displaying the distance and days until the next service interval
You can use the button 3
to display the remaining distance and days until the
next service interval » Fig. 2 on page 8
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A key symbol and the remaining distance appear for 10 seconds in the display.
At the same time, the remaining days until the next service interval are displayed.
On vehicles which are equipped with the information display, you can call up this
display in the menu Settings » page 16. £
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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 7
»
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 16.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 3
and 7
» Fig. 2 on page 8.
Select the display that you wish to change with the button 3
and carry out the
change with the button 7
.
On vehicles that are fitted with the information display, it is also possible to set
the clock in the menu Time » page 16. 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
Mirror adjust.
Switch on/off the function for left and right exterior
mirror setting simultaneously.
Factory setting Restore the Convenience factory setting.a)
This function is only available on vehicles with a rain sensor.
b) This function is only available on vehicles with an electrically adjustable driver seat.
Lights and visibility
This is where the following functions can be activated, deactivated or adjusted:
Coming Home Switch on/off and adjust the light duration of the Com-
ing Home function.
Leaving Home Switch on/off and adjust the light duration of the Com-
ing Home function.
Dayl. dri. light Switch on/off the “DAY LIGHT” function.
Rear wiper Switch on/off the function for automatic rear window
wiping.
Lane ch. flash Switch on/off the convenience flashing function.
Travel mode Switch on/off the travel model function.
Factory setting Restore the factory setting for the lighting.Time
The time, time format (12 or 24 hour indicator) and the changeover between sum-
mer/winter time can be set here.
Winter tyres
Here, you can set the speed at which an audible signal should sound. This func-
tion is, for example, used for winter tyres where the maximum permissible speed
is lower than the maximum speed of the vehicle.
When exceeding the speed, the following is shown on the information display:
Winter tyres:
max. speed ... km/h
Units of measurement
The units for the temperature, consumption and distance driven can be set here.
Assistants
The tones of the audible signals for the parking aid can be adjusted here. Second speed
The display of the second speed in mph or in km/h can be switched on here.
Service
Here you can have the remaining kilometres and days until the next service inter-
val displayed, and reset the Service Interval Display.
Factory setting
After selecting the menu Factory setting
the factory setting of the information
display is restored. Ð Door, boot lid and bonnet warning
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 15.
If at least one door is open, or the boot or bonnet is open, the information display
indicates the relevant
open door or boot/bonnet.
An audible signal also sounds if the vehicle is travelling at more than 6
km/h.Ð Auto Check Control
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 15.
Vehicle condition
Certain functions and conditions of individual vehicle systems are checked contin-
uously when the ignition is switched on and also while driving.
Some error messages and other information are displayed in the information dis-
play. The messages are displayed at the same time as the symbols in the informa-
tion display or the indicator lights in the instrument cluster » page 18.
If there is at least one error message, the menu item Vehicle status is displayed
in the menu. After selecting this menu the first of the error messages is dis-
played. Several error messages are shown on the display under the message e.g.
1/3. This indicates that the first of a total of three error messages is being dis-
played. £
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Instruments and Indicator Lights
CAUTION
■ Pay attention to the correct polarity when changing the battery.
■ The replacement battery must have the same specification as the original bat-
tery. For the sake of the environment
Dispose of the used battery in accordance with national legal provisions. Note
■ Please approach a ŠKODA Service Partner if you lose a key as they can obtain a
new one for you. ■ The system has to be synchronised, if the vehicle cannot be unlocked or locked
with the remote control key after replacing the battery » page 31. ÐChild safety lock
Fig. 10
Child safety locks on the rear
doors
The child safety lock prevents the rear door from being opened from the inside.
The door can only be opened from the outside.
You can switch the child safety lock on and off using the vehicle key.
Switching on
› Use the vehicle key to turn the slit in the rear door in the direction of the ar-
row » Fig. 10.
Switching off
› Use the vehicle key to turn the slit to the right in the opposite direction to the
arrow. Ð Central locking system
Introductory information
When using the central locking and unlocking system, all the doors and the fuel
filler flap are locked or unlocked at the same time (if it was not set differently in
the menu item Settings - Convenience
of the information display). The boot lid is
unlocked when opening. It can be opened by pressing the handle above the li-
cence plate » page 33, Open/close.
Indicator light in the driver's door
After locking the vehicle, the indicator light flashes for around 2 seconds in quick
succession, afterwards it begins to flash evenly at longer intervals.
If the vehicle is locked and the safe securing system » page 28 is not operating,
the indicator light in the driver door flashes for about 2 seconds fast, goes out
and starts to flash evenly at longer intervals after about 30 seconds.
If the indicator light first flashes fast for about 2 seconds, then lights up for about
30 seconds continuously and then flashes slowly, there is a fault in the central
locking system or in the interior monitor and in the towing protection » page 32.
Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.
Convenience operation of windows
The windows can be opened and closed when unlocking and locking the vehi-
cle » page 36. Ð Individual settings
Opening a single door
This selection function makes it possible to only unlock the driver's door. The oth-
er doors and the fuel filler flap remain locked and are only unlocked after being
opened again.
Unlocking a vehicle side door
This selection function enables to unlock both doors on the driver's side. The oth-
er doors and the fuel filler flap remain locked and are only unlocked after being
opened again.
Automatic locking and unlocking
All the doors and the boot lid are locked automatically once the car reaches a
speed of about 15 km/h. £
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Unlocking and locking
If the ignition key is withdrawn, the car is then automatically unlocked again. In
addition, it is possible for the driver or front passenger to unlock the car by press-
ing the central locking button » page 29.
The doors can be unlocked and opened from the inside by a single pull on the
opening lever of the respective door. WARNING
Locked doors prevent unwanted entry into the vehicle from outside, for exam-
ple at road crossings. Locked doors do, however, make it more difficult for res-
cuers to get into the vehicle in an emergency - danger to life! Note
■ You can have the individual settings activated by a ŠKODA Service Partner or
you can activate them yourself with the help of the information display » page 16,
Settings. ■ In the event of an accident in which the airbags are deployed, the locked doors
are automatically unlocked in order to enable rescuers to gain access to the vehi-
cle. ■ Only the driver's door can be unlocked or locked using the key if the central
locking system fails » page 28. The other doors and the boot lid can be manually
locked or unlocked. ■ Emergency locking of the door » page 32.
■ Emergency unlocking of the boot lid » page 34. ÐSafe securing system
The central locking system is equipped with a safe securing system. The door
locks are blocked automatically if the vehicle is locked from the outside. The indi-
cator light flashes for around 2 seconds in quick succession, afterwards it begins
to flash evenly at longer intervals. It is not possible to open the doors with the
door handle either from the inside or from the outside. This acts as an effective
deterrent for attempts to break into your vehicle.
The safe securing system can be deactivated within 2
seconds by double locking
the vehicle.
If the safe securing system is not operating, the warning light in the driver door
flashes for about 2 seconds fast, goes out and starts to flash evenly at longer in-
tervals after about 30 seconds. The safe securing system is activated again the next time the vehicle is unlocked
and locked.
If the vehicle is locked and the safe securing system is deactivated, the door can
be opened from the inside by a single pull on opening lever of the respective
door.
WARNING
If the vehicle is locked from the outside and the safe securing system is acti-
vated, there must not be any person in the vehicle as it is then no longer pos-
sible to open either a door or a window from the inside. The locked doors
make it more difficult for rescuers to get into the vehicle in an emergency -
hazard! Note
■ The anti-theft alarm system is activated when the vehicle is locked even if the
safe securing system is deactivated. The interior monitor is however not activa-
ted. ■ After locking the vehicle, you will be informed that the safe securing system is
activated by means of the message CHECK DEADLOCK on the instrument cluster
display. On vehicles that are equipped with an information display, the following
message will appear Check deadlock! Owner's manual! appears.Ð Unlocking the vehicle using the key
Fig. 11
Turning the key for unlocking
and locking the vehicle
› Turn the key in the locking cylinder of the driver's door in the direction of travel
(unlock position) A
» Fig. 11.
› Pull the door handle and open the door.
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Headlight cleaning system
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 48.
The headlights are being cleaned after the windscreen has been sprayed for the
first time and fifth time, the low beam or main beam are switched on and the
windscreen wiper lever was held in the position 5
» Fig. 36 on page 49
for about
1 second.
The headlight washer nozzles are moved forward out of the bumper by the water
pressure for cleaning the headlights.
You should remove stubborn dirt (such as insect residues) from the headlight len-
ses at regular intervals, for example when refuelling. The following guidelines
must be observed » page 163, Headlight lenses.
To ensure the proper operation of the cleaning system during the winter, any
snow should be removed from the washer nozzle fixtures and ice should be
cleared with a de-icing spray. CAUTION
Never remove the nozzles from the headlight cleaning system by hand - risk of
damage! ÐReplacing the windscreen wiper blades
Fig. 37
Windscreen wiper blade
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 48.ä
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screen. Before replacing the windscreen wiper blade, put the windscreen wiper
arms into the service position.
Service position for changing wiper blades
› Closing the bonnet.
› Switch the ignition off and on again.
› Then press the windscreen wiper lever into position 4
» Fig. 36 on page 49
within 10 seconds – the wiper arms move into the service position.
Removing the wiper blade
› Fold the windscreen wiper arm away from the windscreen.
› Press the locking button 1
» Fig. 37
to unlock the wiper blade and pull off in
the direction of the arrow 2
.
Attaching the wiper blade
› Push the windscreen wiper blade until the stop and it locks in place.
› Check that the wiper blade is correctly attached.
› Fold the wiper arms back to the windscreen.
The windscreen wiper arms move back into the rest position - after switching on
the ignition and changing the position of the window wiper lever or when driving
at a speed of more than 6°km/h.
Windshield wiper blades in proper condition are essential to obtain good visibility.
Wiper blades should not be allowed to become dirtied by dust, insect remains and
preserving wax.
Juddering or smearing of the wiper blades could then be due to wax residues left
on the windshield by vehicle washing in automatic vehicle wash systems. It is
therefore important to degrease the lips of the windshield wiper blades after ev-
ery pass through an automatic vehicle wash system .Ð
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Lights and visibility
Monitoring the airbag system
The functionality of the airbag system is also monitored electronically when one
airbag has been switched off.
If the airbag was switched off using diagnostic equipment:
› The airbag indicator light illuminates for around 4
seconds after the ignition
is switched on and then flashes approximately another 12 seconds in 2 second
intervals.
The following applies if the airbag has been switched off using the key switch
in the storage compartment: › The airbag indicator light comes on for around 4 seconds after the ignition is
switched on;
› Switched off airbags are indicated in the middle of the dash panel by the yellow
indicator light in the display coming on » Fig. 127 on
page 142. Note
■ The national regulations for switching off airbags must be observed.
■ A ŠKODA Service Partner will be able to inform you which airbags in your vehicle
can/must be deactivated. ÐKey switch for the front seat passenger airbag
Fig. 127
Storage compartment: Switch for the front passenger airbag/indi-
cator light for the deactivated front seat passenger airbag
Only the front passenger airbag is deactivated with the key switch.
Switching off › Switch off the ignition. ›
Use the key to turn the slot of the key switch into position 2
» Fig. 127
OFF.
› Check that the yellow indicator light
in the display in the
middle of the dash panel lights up 3
» Fig. 127 when the ignition is switched
on.
Switching on
› Switch off the ignition.
› Use the key to turn the slot of the key switch into position 1
» Fig. 127
ON.
› Check that the yellow indicator light
in the display
in the
middle of the dash panel lights up 3
» Fig. 127 when the ignition is switched
on. The indicator light
goes out 65 seconds after the ignition is switched
on.
Indicator light in the display
The airbag indicator light is located in the middle of the dash panel » Fig. 127 3
.
If the front passenger airbag is switched off, the indicator light comes on for
about 4
seconds after the ignition is switched on.
There is a system fault in the deactivated airbag » if the airbag indicator light
flashes. Immediately visit a ŠKODA specialist garage. WARNING
■ The driver is responsible for whether the airbag is switched on or switched
off.
■ Only switch off the airbag when the ignition is switched off! Otherwise a
fault can occur in the system for deactivating the airbag. ■ If the indicator light in the display
flashes, the front pas-
senger airbag will not be deployed in the event of an accident! Have the air-
bag system checked by a ŠKODA specialist garage immediately. Ð142
Safety