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Communication and multimedia
Universal telephone preinstallation GSM II
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Mobile phones and two-way radio systems
86
Introductory information
86
Phone Phonebook
87
Operating the phone on the multifunction steering wheel
87
Inserting the mobile phone and adapter
88
Managing telephone calls with the help of the adapter
89
Connecting the mobile phone to the hands-free system
89
Symbols in the MAXI DOT display
90
Telephone operation in the MAXI DOT display
90
Mobile phones and two-way radio systems
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 86.
ŠKODA permits the operation of mobile phones and two-way radio systems with
a professionally installed external aerial and a maximum transmission power of
up to 10 watts.
Please consult a ŠKODA Partner for information about the possibility of installing
and operating mobile phones and two-way radio systems with a transmission
power of more than 10 W.
Operating mobile phones or two-way radio systems may interfere with the func-tionality of the electronic systems in your vehicle.
The possible reasons for this are. › no external aerial.
› external aerial incorrectly installed.
› transmission power greater than 10 watts.
WARNING■
Concentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver you are fully re-
sponsible for road safety. Use the telephone system only to such an extent that you are in full control of your vehicle at any time.■
The national regulations for using a mobile phone in a vehicle must be ob-
served.
■
If a mobile phone or a two-way radio system is operated in a vehicle without
an external aerial or an external aerial which has been installed incorrectly,
this can increase the strength of the electromagnetic field inside the vehicle.
■
Two-way radio systems, mobile phones or mounts must not be installed on
airbag covers or within the immediate deployment range of the airbags.
■
Never leave a mobile phone on a seat, on the dash panel or in another area,
from which it can be thrown during a sudden braking manoeuvre, an accident
or a collision - risk of injury.
■
The Bluetooth ®
function must be switched off by a specialist workshop be-
fore the vehicle is transported by air.
Note
■ We recommend that mobile phones and two-way radio systems be installed in
the a vehicle by a specialist workshop.■
Not all mobile phones that enable Bluetooth ®
communication are compatible
with the universal telephone preinstallation GSM II. You can ask a ŠKODA Partner
whether your telephone is compatible with the GSM II universal telephone fitting.
■
The range of the Bluetooth ®
connection to the hands-free system is restricted
to the vehicle interior. The range is dependent on local factors, e.g. obstacles be-
tween the devices and mutual interferences with other devices. If your mobile
phone is in a jacket pocket, for example, this can lead to difficulties when estab-
lishing a connection with the hands-free-system or transferring data.

Introductory information
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 86.
The universal telephone preinstallation GSM II (hands-free system) includes a
convenience mode for the mobile phone via voice control, the multifunction
steering wheel, the adapter, radio or the navigation system. 
86Using the system

CAUTION■If the selector lever is shifted to N while the vehicle is being driven you must lift
off the accelerator pedal and you will need to wait until the engine has reached
its idling speed before shifting the selector lever to a forward driving mode again.■
At temperatures below -10 °C, the engine can only be started in selector lever
position P.
■
Never try to hold the vehicle using the accelerator pedal when stopping on a hill
– this may lead to transmission damage.
Note
The ignition key can only be withdrawn once the ignition has been switched off if
the selector lever is in the P position 1)
.
Modes and use of selector lever
Fig. 89
Selector lever /MAXI DOT display: Selector lever positions
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 100.
When the ignition is switched on, the gearbox mode and the gear currently selec-
ted are indicated in the display
1
» Fig. 89 .
The following modes can be selected with the selector lever » Fig. 89.
P
– Parking mode
The driven wheels are locked mechanically in this mode.
Parking mode must only be selected when the vehicle is stationary.R
- Reverse gear
Reverse gear can only be engaged when the vehicle is stationary and the engine
is at idling speed.
Depress the brake pedal and simultaneously press the shiftlock in the selector
lever grip before shifting to R from P or N.
N
- Neutral
Power transmission to the drive wheels is interrupted in this mode.
D
- Mode for forwards travel (normal programme)
In mode D, the forward gears are automatically changed according to the engine
load, accelerator pedal actuation and driving speed.
S
- Mode for forwards travel (sports programme)
In mode S, the forward gears are shifted automatically up and down at higher en-
gine speeds than in mode D.
The shiftlock on the selector lever grip must be pressed when moving the selec-
tor lever out of D mode into S mode.
Releasing selector lever from P or N modes (selector lever lock) The selector lever is locked in the P and N modes to prevent the forwards travel
mode from being selected accidentally and setting the vehicle in motion. The 
warning light lights up in the instrument cluster » page 27.
The selector lever is released by depressing the brake pedal while simultaneously
pressing the locking button in the selection lever grip.
The selector lever is not locked when shifted quickly through N (e.g. from R to D).
This, for example, helps to rock out a vehicle that is stuck, e.g. in a bank of snow.
The selector lever lock will engage if the lever is in position N for more than ap-
proximately 2 seconds without the brake pedal being depressed.
The selector lever is locked only when the vehicle is stationary and at speeds up to 5 km/h.
Note
If you want to move the selector lever from mode P
to mode D or vice versa, move
the selector lever quickly. This prevents modes R or N from being selected acci-
dentally.1)
Only valid for some countries.
101Starting-off and Driving

Manual gear shifting (Tiptronic)Fig. 90
Selector lever/multi-function steering wheel
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 100.
Tiptronic mode makes it possible to manually shift gears with the selector lever or
multifunction steering wheel. This mode can be selected both while halted and
while driving.
The gear currently selected is indicated in the display
1
» Fig. 89 on page 101.
The gearshift indicator must be observed when changing gear » page 13.
Switching to manual shifting
›
Push the gear selector from position D towards the right, or left in a right-hand
drive vehicle.
Shifting up gears
›
Press the selector lever forwards
+
» Fig. 90 .
›
Pull the right-hand paddle +
» Fig. 90 briefly towards the steering wheel.
Shifting down gears
›
Press the selector lever backwards
-
» Fig. 90 .
›
Pull the left-hand paddle -
» Fig. 90 briefly towards the steering wheel.
Temporarily switching to manual gear shifting in mode D or S
›
Pull one of the -/+ paddles
» Fig. 90 briefly towards the steering wheel .
Manual gear shifting is deactivated if more than 1 minute passes after either of
the -
/+ paddles was pulled. The temporary switch to manual gear shifting can
also be deactivated by pulling the right-hand + paddle towards the steering
wheel for more than 1 second.
When accelerating, the gearbox automatically shifts up into the higher gear just
before the maximum permissible engine speed is reached.
If a lower gear is selected, the gearbox does not shift down until there is no riskof the engine overrevving.
Note
It may be advantageous to use manual gear shifting when driving downhill, for
example. Shifting to a lower gear reduces the load on the brakes and hence brake wear » page 98 , Information for braking .
Starting-off and driving
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 100.
Starting off
›
Start the engine.
›
Firmly depress and hold the brake pedal.
›
Press and hold the shiftlock button on the selector lever grip.
›
Move the selector lever into the desired position » page 101 and then release
the lock button.
›
Release the brake pedal and accelerate.
Stop
›
Fully depress and hold the brake pedal and bring the vehicle to a stop.
›
Keep holding the brake pedal until driving is resumed.
The selector lever position N does not have to be selected when stopping for a
short time, such as at a cross roads.
Parking
›
Fully depress and hold the brake pedal and bring the vehicle to a stop.
›
Firmly apply the handbrake.
›
Press and hold the shiftlock button on the selector lever grip.
›
Move the selector lever to the P position and then release the shiftlock button.
Kickdown
The kickdown function allows you to achieve maximum acceleration by your vehi-
cle while driving.
When the accelerator pedal is fully depressed, the kickdown function is activated
in any forward driving mode. 
102Driving

The gearbox shifts down one or more gears depending on the vehicle speed andengine speed, and the vehicle accelerates.
The gearbox does not shift up into the highest gear until the engine has reached
its maximum revolutions for this gear range.WARNINGRapid acceleration, particularly on slippery roads, can lead to loss of control of
the vehicle – there is a risk of an accident.
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Malfunction
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 100.
Emergency programme
The transmission switches to the emergency programme if there is a fault in the
automatic gearbox system.
Indications of an activated emergency programme include the following:
› Only certain gears are selected.
› Reverse gear
R cannot be used.
› Shifting gears in Tiptronic mode is not possible.
Gearbox overheating
The gearbox may, for example, become too hot due to frequent repeated starting
or stop-and-go traffic. Overheating is indicated by the warning light » page 19, 
Clutches in the automatic gearbox are too hot .
Note
Visit a specialist workshop if the gearbox has switched to the emergency pro-
gramme.
Selector lever-emergency unlockingFig. 91
Selector lever-emergency un-
locking
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 100.
If the selector lever lock is defective or its power supply is interrupted (e.g. dis-
charged vehicle battery, faulty fuse), the selector lever can no longer be moved
out of position P in the normal manner, and the vehicle can no longer be driven.
The selector lever emergency unlocking procedure is as follows.
›
Firmly apply the handbrake.
›
Carefully pull up the front left and right cover.
›
Pull up rear cover.
›
Use a finger to press the yellow plastic part in the direction of the ar- row » Fig. 91 .
›
At the same time, press the locking button in the selector lever and move the
selector lever to N.
The selector lever will be locked once more if it is moved again to P.
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Running in

Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
New engine
104
New tyres
104
New brake pads
104
103Starting-off and Driving

START-STOP
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Starting/shutting down the engine
116
Operating conditions for the system
116
Manually activating/deactivating the system
117
Information messages
117
The START-STOP system helps you to save fuel while at the same time reducing
harmful exhaust emissions and CO 2 emissions.
The function is automatically activated each time the ignition is switched on.
In the start-stop mode, the engine automatically switches to the vehicle's idle phase, e.g. when stopped at traffic lights. The engine restarts automatically
where necessary.
The system can work only if the following basic conditions are met. The driver's door is closed.
The driver has fastened the seat belt. The bonnet is closed.The driving speed exceeded 4 km/h after the last stop.
No trailer is coupled.
WARNING■ The brake servo unit and power steering only operate if the engine is run-
ning.■
Never let the vehicle roll with the engine switched off.
CAUTION
Always deactivate the START-STOP system before driving through wa-
ter » page 109 .Note■
If the driver's seat belt is removed for more than 30 seconds or the driver's door
is opened during stop mode, the engine will have to be started manually.■
After manually starting the engine, automatic engine shut down is not possible
until the vehicle has travelled the required minimum distance for START-STOP mode.
■
Changes to the outdoor temperature can have an effect on the internal temper-
ature of the vehicle battery even after several hours. If the vehicle remains out-
doors for a long time in minus temperatures or in direct sunlight, it can take sev-
eral hours until the internal temperature of the vehicle battery reaches a suitable
temperature for proper operation of the START STOP system.
■
If Climatronic is running in automatic mode, the engine may not switch off auto-
matically under certain conditions.

Starting/shutting down the engine
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 116.
›
Stop the vehicle (where necessary, apply the handbrake).
›
Shift the gear lever to Neutral.
›
Release the clutch pedal.
Automatic engine shut down (STOP phase) runs. The 
warning symbol appears
in the instrument cluster display.
›
Depress the clutch pedal.
The automatic start procedure takes place again (START phase). The 
warning
symbol goes out.

Operating conditions for the system
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 116.
The START-STOP system is very complex. Some of the procedures are hard to check without servicing.
No engine shut down runs
Before each STOP phase, the system checks whether certain conditions have
been met. No engine shut down runs in the following situations. 
116Driving

ŠKODA Service Partners are equipped with modern, specially developed tools and
equipment. Here, trained specialists have a comprehensive range of ŠKODA Origi-
nal Parts and ŠKODA Original Accessories at their disposal.
All ŠKODA Service Partners operate in accordance with the latest guidelines and instructions from the manufacturer. All service work is therefore carried out ontime and in accordance with quality standards. Adhering to these instructions and
guidelines helps ensure road safety and helps keep your vehicle in a good techni-
cal condition.
In addition, the ŠKODA service partners offer an array of other services. ŠKODA Service Partners are therefore properly prepared to service your vehicleand to provide quality work. We therefore recommend that you have your vehicle
maintained by a ŠKODA Service Partner.
Services, modifications and technical alterations
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Legally required inspections
148
ŠKODA Service Partners
148
ŠKODA Original Parts
148
ŠKODA Original Accessories
148
Spoiler
149
Airbags
149
The instructions and guidelines issued by ŠKODA AUTO a.s. must be observed
when making any modifications, repairs or technical changes to your vehicle.
Compliance with these guidelines and instructions is in the interest of the road-
worthiness and technical condition of your vehicle. The vehicle will comply with
road traffic regulations following the modifications, repairs and technical
changes.
You should always consult a ŠKODA Partner » page 148 before buying accesso-
ries, parts or before making any modifications, repairs or technical changes to
your vehicle.
WARNING■ Work not properly performed on your vehicle can lead to faults - there is a
risk of an accident resulting in serious injury.■
We recommend only having these modifications and technical changes per-
formed by a specialist garage.
■
Interference on the electronic components and their software can lead to
operational faults. This interference can also impair not directly affected sys-
tems because of the networking of the electronic components. The operation-
al safety of the vehicle may be at significant risk and parts may suffer in-
creased wear.
■
The ŠKODA Partner cannot assume any liability for products which have not
been approved by ŠKODA AUTO a.s. even though these may be products with
a type approval or have been approved by a nationally recognised testing lab-
oratory.
WARNING■ We advise you only to use ŠKODA Original Accessories and ŠKODA Original
Parts which have been expressly approved for use on your vehicle. Reliability,
safety and suitability for your vehicle are guaranteed with these.■
ŠKODA Original Accessories and ŠKODA Original Parts can be purchased
from a ŠKODA Partner who will also fit the purchased parts correctly.
For the sake of the environment
Technical documents regarding changes carried out on the vehicle must be kept
by the vehicle user, in order to be handed over to the recyclers later. This ensures
that vehicle recycling is in accordance with environmental regulations.
Note
Any damage caused by technical modifications made without the approval of the
manufacturer is excluded from the warranty.
147Car care

Legally required inspectionsFirst read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 147.
Many countries have legislation which requires that the reliability and roadworthi-
ness and/or exhaust gas composition of a vehicle must be tested at specific inter- vals. These tests can be carried out by workshops or inspection stations thathave been legally authorized for this purpose.
The ŠKODA Service Partners are familiar with the inspection required by the lawand will prepare the vehicle for the inspections as part of the service operation at
the customer's discretion, or will have the inspection carried out. The specialist
garages can carry out the inspections required directly if requested by the cus-
tomer, if they are accredited for such a procedure. This saves you time and mon-
ey.
Even if you want to take your vehicle to an officially approved inspection centre
for prior checking in preparation of a legally required inspection, we recommend
that you first consult the service adviser at your ŠKODA Service Partner.
The service adviser will tell you which areas you should attend to, in his view, so
that your vehicle will pass the technical inspection without any problems. In this
way, you can avoid additional expense of a possible re-inspection.

ŠKODA Service Partners
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 147.
ŠKODA Service Partners are equipped with modern, specially developed tools and
equipment. Here, well-trained specialists have a comprehensive range of ŠKODA
Original Parts and ŠKODA Original Accessories at their disposal when carrying out
modifications, repairs or technical changes.
All ŠKODA Service Partners work according to the latest guidelines and instruc-
tions issued by ŠKODA AUTO a.s. All service and repairs are therefore completed
on time and to the appropriate quality. Compliance with these guidelines and in-
structions is in the interest of the roadworthiness and technical condition of your
vehicle.
ŠKODA Service Partners are thus properly prepared to service your vehicle and to
provide quality workmanship. We therefore advise you to have all modifications,
repairs and technical alterations to your vehicle carried out by a ŠKODA Service Partner.
ŠKODA Original Parts
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 147.
We recommend the use of ŠKODA Genuine Parts for your vehicle, since these parts are approved by ŠKODA AUTO a.s. They correspond exactly to ŠKODA AUTO
a.s. specifications in respect of design, dimensional accuracy and material and are
identical to the components used in the batch production.
ŠKODA AUTO a.s. can guarantee the safety, suitability, and long life of these prod-
ucts. We therefore recommend that you only use ŠKODA Genuine Parts.
ŠKODA AUTO a.s. supplies the market with a complete range of ŠKODA Genuine
Parts not only while the model is still in production but with wear-and-tear parts
for at least 15 years after the end of series production and with all other vehicle parts for at least 10 years.
ŠKODA service partners are liable for any defects in ŠKODA original parts for a pe-
riod of 2 years after sale in accordance with materials defect liability under the
law unless otherwise agreed in the purchase agreement. You should keep the
confirmed warranty certificate and the receipt for these components for this peri- od, so that the commencement of the warranty term may be verified.
Body repairs
ŠKODA vehicles are designed so that if the body suffers damage, it is only neces-
sary to replace those parts which are in fact damaged.
Before you decide to have damaged body parts replaced, however, you should
first contact your specialist garage to determine whether or not such parts can al- so be repaired. Repairs to body parts are usually cheaper.

ŠKODA Original Accessories
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 147.
You should note the following if you wish to fit accessories to your vehicle: 
148General Maintenance

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
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