2013 SKODA FABIA bulb

No.Power consumer5Interior6Glow plugs, radiator fan7Electrohydraulic power steering8ABS or TCS or ESC9Radiator fan10Automatic gearbox11ABS or TCS or ESC12Central control unit13Electrical auxiliary heating system
Note
Fuses 1-7 are replaced by a specialist garage.
Bulbs
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Headlights
196
Changing the low beam and high beam bulb (halogen headlights)
196
Changing the low beam and high beam bulb (halogen projector headlights)
197
Changing the high beam bulb (halogen projector headlights)
197
Changing the front turn signal bulb
197
Changing the front parking light bulb
197
Foglights and daytime running lights
198
Fabia Scout, Fabia RS foglights
198
Changing the licence plate light bulb
199
Rear light
199
Some manual skills are required to change a bulb. For this reason, if uncertain, we recommend that bulbs are replaced by a specialist garage or other expert help is
sought.
› Switch off the ignition and all of the lights before replacing a bulb.
› Faulty bulbs must only be replaced with the same type of bulbs. The designa-
tion is located on the light socket or the glass bulb.
› A stowage compartment for replacement bulbs is located in a plastic box in the
spare wheel or underneath the floor covering in the boot.WARNING■ Accidents can be caused if the road in front of the vehicle is not sufficiently
illuminated and the vehicle cannot or can only be seen with difficulty by other
road users.■
Always read and observe the warnings before completing any work in the
engine compartment » page 160, Engine compartment .
■
Bulbs H7 and H4 are pressurised and may burst when changed - there is a
risk of injury. We therefore recommended wearing gloves and safety glasses when changing a bulb.
CAUTION
■ Do not take hold of the glass bulb with naked fingers (even the smallest
amount of dirt reduces the working life of the light bulb). Use a clean cloth, nap-
kin, or similar.■
When removing and installing the number plate light and tail light make sure
that the paintwork of the vehicle and the tail light are not damaged.
Note
■ This Owner's Manual only describes the replacement of bulbs where it is possi-
ble to replace the bulbs on your own without any complications arising. Other light bulbs should be changed by your specialist garage.■
We recommend that you always carry a box of replacement bulbs in the vehicle.
Replacement bulbs can be purchased from ŠKODAOriginal Accessories.
■
We recommend that the headlight settings are checked by a specialist garage
after a main beam or low beam bulb has been replaced.
■
Visit a specialist garage if an LED is faulty.
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HeadlightsFig. 154
Bulb arrangement: Halogen headlights/halogen projector head-
lights
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 195.
Bulb arrangement in the Halogen headlamp
A
- low beam, main beam and side lights
B
- front turn signal light
Bulb arrangement in the Halogen projector headlights
1
- low beam and main beam
2
- parking light and main beam
3
- turn signal lights

Changing the low beam and high beam bulb (halogen
headlights)Fig. 155
Removing bulbs for low and
main beam
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 195.
›
Remove the rubber cover
A
» Fig. 154 on page 196.
›
Remove the connector from the bulb, unlock the securing clip and remove the
bulb » Fig. 155 .
›
Insert a new light bulb in such a way that the fixing lugs of the bulb socket fit in
the recesses of the reflector.
›
Lock the circlip and insert the connector in the bulb.
›
Fit the rubber cover
A
.
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Changing the low beam and high beam bulb (halogen projector
headlights)Fig. 156
Removing bulbs for low beam/
low and main beam
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 195.
›
Remove the rubber cover
1
» Fig. 154 on page 196.
›
Turn the socket with the bulb to the stop in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 156
and remove it.
›
Replace the bulb, insert the connector and new bulb and turn to the stop in the
opposite direction to that of the arrow.
›
Fit the rubber cover
1
.

Changing the high beam bulb (halogen projector headlights)
Fig. 157
Removing the bulb for the main
beam
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 195.
›
Remove the rubber cover
2
» Fig. 154 on page 196.
›Turn the connector with the bulb to the stop in the direction of the ar-
row » Fig. 157 and remove it.›
Replace the bulb, insert the connector and new bulb and turn to the stop in the
opposite direction to that of the arrow.
›
Fit the rubber cover
2
.

Changing the front turn signal bulb
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 195.
›
Remove the bulb holder
B
» Fig. 154 on page 196 or the bulb holder
3
to the
stop in an anti-clockwise direction and remove with the bulb for the turn signal.
›
Replace the bulb, insert the bulb holder with the new bulb and turn clockwise
to the stop.
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Changing the front parking light bulb
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 195.
›
Remove rubber cover
A
» Fig. 154 on page 196 or
2
.
›
Grasp the lamp holder and remove it from the bulb housing.
›
Replace the light bulb and insert the lamp holder back into the headlamp with
the bulb.
›
Fit the rubber cover.
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Foglights and daytime running lightsFig. 158
Front bumper: Protective grille/removing the fog light
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 195.
Bulb location » Fig. 158.
A
- Bulb for daylight driving light
B
- Light bulb for fog lights
Removing the cap
›
Grasp the protective grille in the areas marked by the arrows » Fig. 158 - 
and
remove the cover in the direction of the arrow.
Replacing light bulbs for fog lights/daytime running lights
›
Insert your hand into the opening in the protective grille and press the catch » Fig. 158 - 
in the direction of the arrow.
›
Remove the fog lamp.
›
Turn the connector with the bulb in counter-clockwise up to the stop and re-
move.
›
Replace the bulb, insert the holder with the new bulb and turn clockwise to the
stop.
›
To re-install the fog light, first of all place the fog light with the lug on the side opposite the licence plate.
›
Press in the fog lamp on the side closest to the licence plate.
›
Insert the cap, beginning with the lug on the side opposite the license plate.
›
Press in the cap on the side facing the license plate. The cap must engage firm-
ly.
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Fabia Scout, Fabia RS foglightsFig. 159
Front bumper: Fabia Scout/Fabia RS
Fig. 160
Front bumper: Fog lights/fog lights: Replacing the light bulb
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 195.
Removing the cap and fog light
›
Insert the tool into the opening above the fog light » Fig. 159 - 
(Fabia
Scout) » page 181 , Vehicle tool kit and remove the cover.
›
Insert a finger into the opening next to the foglight » Fig. 159 - 
(Fabia RS) and
remove the cap.
›
 Unscrew » page 181 , Vehicle tool kit the screws » Fig. 160 - with the screwdriv-
er .
›
Remove the fog lamp. 
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Changing light bulbs and installing fog lights›Press the locking tab 1 » Fig. 160 on the connector A and remove the connec-
tor from the bulb holder B
.
›
Turn the bulb holder
B
and bulb in the direction of the arrow to the stop and
remove.
›
Replace the bulb, insert the bulb holder and new bulb and turn in the opposite direction to that of the arrow to the stop.
›
Insert the plug
A
into the socket
B
.
›
Retighten the screws and insert the cap. The cap must engage firmly.

Changing the licence plate light bulb
Fig. 161
Boot lid: Licence plate light
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings on page 195.
›
Insert a flat screwdriver into the opening in the area of the arrow » Fig. 161 and
carefully press towards the centre of the lamp; the lamp pops out slightly as
you do this.
›
Remove the lamp.
›
Remove the faulty bulb from the holder and insert a new one.
›
Replace the glass cover and push in until the stop.
Make sure that you install the glass cover in the correct position.
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Rear lightFig. 162
Plastic nut/rear lamp
Fig. 163
Tail light assembly: Bulb ar-
rangement
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 195.
Bulb location » Fig. 163.
1
- Rear fog light/Reversing light
2
- Turn signal lights
3
- Brake lights
4
- parking lights
Removing and installing the tail light
›
Open the tailgate.
›
Hold the rear light assembly still with one hand and unscrew the plastic nut » Fig. 162 -
 with the other. 
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›Grip the tail lamp assembly and carefully remove it by pulling it back at an angle
with loosening movements. Do not pull the grommet with the cables out of the
bodywork.›
To refit the rear light assembly, first insert screw
A
into the opening in the
bodywork » Fig. 162.
›
Carefully press the tail light assembly into the bodywork so that the bolts
B
latch with the mounts in the body.
›
Hold the rear light assembly still with one hand and attach and tighten the
nuts » Fig. 162 -  with the other hand.
Replacing the bulbs in the tail lamp assembly
›
To replace the bulb, turn the bulb holder anti-clockwise to the stop and remove
it from the housing » Fig. 163.
›
Replace the bulb, insert the holder with the bulb into the housing and turn in a
clockwise direction to the the stop.
Note
For slackening and tightening the plastic nut use a coin or similar object.
200Do-it-yourself

Index
A
Abroad Driving abroad
109
Unleaded petrol109
ABS112
warning light24
Accessories147
Adjusting Exterior mirrors
53
Head restraints57
Steering wheel95
Adjusting the seats125
Adjustment Headlight beam
44
Seats55
Adjustments and technical changes Spoiler
149
Adjustments and technical modifications Airbags
149
Aerial151
See windows153
Airbag133
Adjustments and impairment of the airbag sys- tem
149
Deactivating138
Deployment133
Front airbag135
Head airbag137
Side airbag136
Switching off the front passenger airbag138
Airbag system133
Air conditioning Operation
81
Air conditioning system Air outlets
77
Climatronic83
Manual air conditioning system80
Air outlets77
Alarm35
Anti-theft alarm system35
Operation36
Trailer123
Antilock Braking System112
Armrest75
Ashtray69
ASR112
warning light23
Assist systems ABS
24, 112
ASR23, 112
Cruise control system114
EDS and XDS112
ESC23, 111
Parking aid113
START-STOP116
Auto Check Control19
Automatic gearbox Selector lever-emergency unlocking
103
Starting-off and driving102
Tiptronic102
Automatic load deactivation172
Automatic transmission100
Kickdown102
Malfunction103
Selector lever lock101
Using the selector lever101
AUX94
Avoiding damage to the vehicle Driving through water
109
Avoiding damage to your vehicle108
B
Ball head Check fitting
120
Fitting119
Ready position119
Removing120
Belts128
Belt tensioners131
Bicycle carrier65
Bonnet Closing
162
Opening162
Boot Cover
61
Emergency unlocking38
Fastening elements59
Fixing nets60
Folding hooks60
see Boot lid37
Unlocking the boot lid38
Boot lid37
Automatic locking37
Brake assist111
Brake booster99
Brake fluid168
Changing169
Checking168
Display messages20
Brakes Brake booster
99
Brake fluid168
Handbrake99
Indicator light20
Running in104
Braking Information for braking
98
Breakdown kit186
Bulbs Changing
195
In the rear light199
Button in the driver's door Electrical power windows
38
C
Car care
145
Washing150
210Index

Car computersee Multifunction display13
Caring for paintwork152
Car park ticket holder71
Carrier67
Central locking button33
Central locking system31
lock33
unlock33
Changing Brake fluid
169
Bulbs195
Bulbs in the rear light199
Engine oil166
Foglight bulb (Scout, RS)198
Foglights and daytime running lights bulbs198
Front parking light bulb197
Front turn signal bulb197
Fuses192
Fuses in the dash panel193
Fuses in the engine compartment194
High beam bulb - halogen projector headlights197
Licence plate light bulb199
Low beam and high beam bulb - halogen head-
lights
196
Low beam and high beam bulb - halogen projec-
tor headlights
197
Wheels181
Changing a wheel Preparation
182
Removing and fitting a wheel182
Subsequent steps183
Charging a vehicle battery171
Check Fit ball head properly
120
Checking Battery electrolyte level
171
Brake fluid168
Coolant level167
Engine oil165
Oil level165
Windscreen washer fluid163
Children and safety140
Child safety Side airbag
142
Child safety lock29
Child safety seat Use of child safety seats
142
Child seat Classification
142
ISOFIX143
on the front passenger seat141
TOP TETHER144
Use of ISOFIX child seats143
Chrome parts refer to Taking care of your vehicle
153
Cigarette lighter70
Cleaning145
Alcantara156
Covers on electrically heated seats157
Fabrics156
Headlight lenses154
Natural leather155
Plastic parts152
Synthetic leather156
Wheels154
Climatronic83
Automatic mode84
Control elements83
Controlling the blower85
Defrosting windscreen85
Recirculated air mode84
Setting the temperature84
Clock12
Clothes hook71
Cockpit 12-volt power outlet
70
Ashtray69
Cigarette lighter70
General view9
Lighting48
Storage compartments72
Compartments72
Computer see Multifunction display
13
Convenience turn signal45
Coolant166
Checking167
Display messages22
Replenishing168
Warning light22
Coolant temperature gauge display
11
Correct seated position125
Driver126
Front passenger126
Notes126
Rear seats126
Counter for distance driven12
Cruise control system114
Cupholders69
D
DAY LIGHT see Daylight running lights
44
Daylight running lights44
De-icing rear window50
Deactivating airbags138
Decorative films153
Delayed locking of the boot lid see Boot lid
37
Diesel refer to Fuel
160
Diesel fuel Operation in winter
160
Diesel particulate filter25
display messages25
Digital clock12
Dipstick165
211Index