2013 SKODA FABIA ECU

Using the net partition behind the front seatsFig. 54
Extending/retracting the net partition
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 64.
Extending
›
Open the rear right door.
›
Fold the seat cushions and rear seat rests forward.
›
Pull the net partition by tab
A
» Fig. 54 out of the housing
B
in the direction of
mounts
C
.
›
Insert the transverse rod into one of the mounts
C
and push forwards.
›
Insert the transverse rod into the mount
C
on the other side of the vehicle in
the same way.
Retracting
›
Pull the transverse rod back slightly first on one side and then on the other and
remove it from the mounts
C
» Fig. 54 .
›
Hold the transverse rod in such a way that the net partition can slowly roll up
into the housing
B
without being damaged.
›
Fold the rear seats back into their original position.
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Removing and refitting the net partition housingFig. 55
Rear seats: Net partition hous-
ing
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 64.
Removing
›
Open the rear right door.
›
Fold the seat cushions and rear seat backrests forward – first the left and then the right backrest.
›
Push the net partition housing
A
» Fig. 55 in the direction of the arrow
1
and
remove it from the mount on the right seat back in the direction of the arrow
2
.
Fitting
›
Insert the recesses on the net partition housing into the mounts on the rear seat backrests.
›
Push the net partition housing in the opposite direction of the arrow
1
as far
as the stop.
›
Fold the rear seats back into their original position.
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Bicycle carrier in the luggage compartment
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Install cross member
66
Install bicycle carrier
66
Put bicycle into the bicycle carrier
67
Secure the stability of the bicycles with a belt
67
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65Seats and storage

WARNINGWhen transporting bicycles, ensuring the safety of the passengers is para-
mount.
CAUTION
Take care handling the bicycle - there is a risk of damaging the vehicle.
Install cross member
Fig. 56
Install cross member
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 65.
›
Remove the rollable luggage compartment cover » page 62; if necessary we
recommend you remove the net partition » page 65.
›
Remove the head rests from the rear seat rests and fold the rear seats for-
ward » page 56 .
›
Undo the securing screws
C
» Fig. 56 and remove a little to unlock the retain-
ers
B
.
›
Place the cross member
A
with the fixed part onto the left lashing eye and
then place it on the right lashing eye with the removable part of the cross mem-
ber
A
.
›
Press the holders
B
until they latch. Tighten the securing screws
C
.
›
Check how well the cross member is fastened by pulling on it.
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Install bicycle carrierFig. 57
Install bicycle carrier
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 65.
›
Position the approved bicycle carrier on the cross member.
›
Remove bolt
A
» Fig. 57 a little and push the frame side rail (aluminium part)
towards the cross member until the socket latches.
›
Insert the screw
A
into the nut.
›
Undo the screw
B
on the movable part of the bicycle carrier and unscrew.
›
Place the movable part of the fixture, depending on the size of the vehicle, in
one of the possible positions so that the bicycle does not touch the boot lid. We
recommend to place the moveable part of the fixture in such a position that 7 holes are visible between the screw
A
and the moveable part.
›
Insert the screw
B
into the desired position and tighten.
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66Using the system

Put bicycle into the bicycle carrierFig. 58
Put in the bicycle/example fastening the front wheel
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 65.
›
Remove the front wheel of the bicycle before installing it.
›
Slacken the quick tension jack on the fixing axle of the bicycle carrier and adjust
according to the width of the bicycle fork.
›
Place the bicycle fork on the fixing axle and tighten with the quick release lev- er » Fig. 58 - 
.
›
Position the left pedal of the bicycle forward, in order to attach the front wheel
more easily.
›
Undo bolt
A
» Fig. 57 on page 66 and push the bicycle carrier to the left to-
gether with the mounted bicycle to prevent a collision between the handlebars
and the side window of the luggage compartment.
›
Carefully guide the boot lid downwards without letting go of it. Check whether there is sufficient room between the steering bars and the rear window. If nec-essary, adjust the position of the movable part of the bicycle carrier to prevent a
collision » page 66 .
›
It is best to store the removed front wheel between the left crank and the bicy-
cle frame, attach it with a strap to the front fork » Fig. 58 - 
or to one of the
fixing points.
›
The second carrier is installed and the bicycle is secured in a similar way.
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Secure the stability of the bicycles with a beltFig. 59
Securing bicycles
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 65.
›
To slacken the rubber part of the clamp, push both parts against each other and
open the clamp.
›
Position the clamp with the rubber part to the front (in direction of travel) as low down on the seat post as possible and lock it » Fig. 59 - 
.
›
When transporting two bicycles, stretch the belt » Fig. 59 - 
between the sad-
dles by moving the bicycles apart.
›
Hook the carabiners on the ends of the belt into the lashing eyes behind the rear seats » Fig. 59 - 
.
›
Pull the belt through the tensioning clasps on both sides in turn.
›
If necessary, you can correct the position of the bicycles in the vehicle.
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Roof rack system
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Attachment points
68
Roof load
68
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67Seats and storage

WARNING■The items being transported on the roof rack must be reliably attached –
there is the risk of an accident.■
Always secure the load with appropriate and undamaged lashing straps or
tensioning straps.
■
Distribute the load evenly over the roof rack system.
■
The handling properties of your vehicle change when you transport heavy or
bulky items on the roof rack system as a result of the centre of gravity being
shifted and the greater area exposed to the wind – there is the risk of an acci-
dent. The style of driving and speed must therefore be adapted to the current
circumstances.
■
Avoid abrupt and sudden driving/braking manoeuvres.
■
Adjust the speed and driving style to the visibility, weather, road and traffic
conditions.
■
The permissible roof load, permissible axle loads and gross permissible
weight of the vehicle must not be exceeded under any circumstances – there is the risk of an accident.
CAUTION
■ Only use roof rack systems approved by ŠKODA AUTO a.s.■The fitting instructions supplied with the roof luggage rack system must be ob-
served when handling roof racks.■
On models fitted with a power sliding/tilting roof, ensure that the opened slid-
ing/tilting roof does not strike any items of luggage transported on the roof.
■
Ensure that the boot lid does not hit the roof load when opened.
■
The height of the vehicle changes after mounting a roof luggage rack system
and the load that is secured to it. Compare the vehicle height with available clear-
ances, such as underpasses and garage doors.
■
Always remove the roof luggage rack system before entering an automated car
wash.
■
Ensure the roof aerial is not impaired by the secured load.
For the sake of the environment
The increased aerodynamic drag results in a higher fuel consumption.
Note
If the vehicle is not factory-equipped with a roof rack, it can be purchased from
the ŠKODA Original Accessories.
Attachment pointsFig. 60
Attachment points for roof bars
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 67.
Perform the assembly and disassembly according to the enclosed instructions.
CAUTION
Observe the information regarding the assembly and disassembly in the enclosed
instructions.
Roof load
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 67.
The maximum permissible roof load (including roof rack system) of 75 kg and the
maximum permissible total weight of the vehicle should not be exceeded.
The full permissible roof load cannot be used if a roof rack system with a lower
load carrying capacity is used. In this case, the roof rack system must only be loa-
ded up to the maximum weight limit specified in the fitting instructions.
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68Using the system

Button/wheel
» Fig. 81ActionOperation
1Press brieflyAccept call, terminate call, entry in the main menu of the telephone, list of selected numbers1Press button for a long period of timeReject call, last number dialled a)
, switch voice control on/off b)2Press brieflySwitch on/off voice control2Turn upwardsIncrease the volume2Turn downwardsDecrease volumea)
Valid for vehicles with the Amundsen+ navigation system.
b)
Valid for vehicles without the Amundsen+ navigation system.
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Inserting the mobile phone and adapterFig. 82
Universal telephone preinstalla-
tion
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 86.
Only one telephone mount is factory-fitted. An adapter for the mobile phone can
be purchased from ŠKODA Original Accessories.
Fitting
›
First push adapter
A
in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 82 into the mount as
far as the stop. Then press the adapter slightly downwards, until it locks secure-
ly into position.
›
Insert the mobile phone into the adapter
A
(as specified in the instructions
from the manufacturer of the adapter).
Removing
›
Press the side locks on the mount » Fig. 82 at the same time and remove the
adapter with the mobile phone.
CAUTIONTaking the mobile phone out of the adapter during the call can lead to interrup-
tion of the connection. When removing the mobile phone, the connection to the factory-fitted antenna is interrupted, which reduces the quality of the transmit-
ting and receiving signal. The charging of the mobile phone battery is also inter- rupted.
88Using the system

Towing a trailer
Towing device
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Description
118
Adjusting the ready position
119
Fitting the ball head
119
Check proper fitting
120
Removing the ball head
120
Use and care
121
If your vehicle has already been factory-fitted with towing equipment or is fitted
with towing equipment from ŠKODA Original Accessories, then it meets all of the technical requirements and national legal provisions for towing a trailer.
Your vehicle is fitted with a 13-pin power socket for the electrical connection be-tween the vehicle and trailer. If the trailer that is to be towed has a 7-pin connec-
tor , you can use a suitable adapter from ŠKODA Original Accessories.
The maximum trailer drawbar load is 50 kg.
WARNING■
Check that the ball head is seated correctly and is secured in the mounting
recess before starting any journey.■
Do not use the ball head if it is not correctly inserted in the mounting recess.
■
Do not use the towing equipment if it is damaged or incomplete.
■
Do not modify or adapt the towing equipment in any way.
■
Never release the ball head while the trailer is still coupled.
CAUTION
Take care with the ball head to avoid damaging the paintwork on the bumper.
DescriptionFig. 100
Remove cover cap: on the rear bumper/for the mounting recess
Fig. 101
Ball head
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 118.
The ball head can be removed and is kept in the spare wheel well or in a compart- ment for the spare wheel in the luggage compartment » page 181, Vehicle tool
kit .
Image description » Fig. 100 and » Fig. 101
Tool for removing the wheel trims
Cover in the rear bumper
13-pin power socket
Cover for the mounting recess
Dust cap
Ball head
Operating lever 
1234567118Driving

Lock cap
Release pin
Key
Locking ball
Note
■ The tool for removing the wheel trim is part of the vehicle tool kit » page 181 .■If you lose the key, please get in touch with a specialist garage.
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Adjusting the ready position
Fig. 102
Setting the ready position/ready position
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 118.
Always adjust the ball head in the ready position before fitting.
›
Turn the key so that its red mark
1
» Fig. 102 is visible.
›
Grip the ball head below the protective cap
2
.
›
Press the release pin
3
as far as the stop in the direction of the arrow - at the
same time push the lever
4
downwards as far as it will go in the direction of
the arrow.
The lever remains locked in this position.
CAUTION
In the ready position, the key cannot be removed nor turned to a different posi-
tion.891011
Fitting the ball headFig. 103
Insert the ball head/lock the lock, and put the lock cover on
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 118.
›
Remove the cover in the rear bumper
2
» Fig. 100 on page 118 in the direction
of the arrow using the tool for removing the wheel trims.
›
Pull off the cover for the mounting recess
4
» Fig. 100 on page 118 in the direc-
tion of the arrow » .
›
Adjust the ball head to the ready position » page 119.
›
Grip the tow bar from underneath » Fig. 103 and insert into the mounting re-
cess until you hear it click into place » .
Lever
1
» Fig. 103 automatically turns upwards and the release pin
2
pops out
(its red and green parts are visible) » .
If the lever
1
does not turn automatically, or if the release pin
2
does not pop
out, remove the ball head from the mounting recess by turning the lever down-
wards as far as it can go. Clean the tapered surfaces on the ball head and the
mounting recess.
›
Lock the lock on the operating lever by turning the key by 180° to the right (see
green marking
3
is visible) and remove the key in the direction of the arrow.
›
Push cap
4
» Fig. 103 onto the lock in the direction of the arrow » .
›
Check the ball head for secure mounting » page 120. 
119Towing a trailer

WARNING■Carefully remove the cap for the mounting recess - there is a risk of hand
injury.■
Keep your hands outside the lever's range of motion when attaching the ball
head – there is a risk of finger injury.
■
Never attempt to pull the operating lever upwards forcibly to turn the key.
Doing so would mean the ball head is not attached correctly.
CAUTION
■ After removing the key, always replace the cap on the lock of the operating lev-
er – there is a risk of dirt getting into the lock.■
Keep the mounting recess of the towing equipment clean at all times. Such dirt
prevents the ball head from being attached securely.
■
After removing the ball head, always place the cap on the mounting recess.
■
Remove the cover from the rear bumper with care - there is a risk of paint dam-
age to the bumper and the cap.
Note
Store cover 2 and cover 4 » Fig. 100 on page 118 in a suitable place in the lug-
gage compartment after removing them.
Check proper fitting
Fig. 104
Check that the ball head is fitted
properly
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 118.
Check that the ball head is fitted properly each time before use.
Check the following points.
Lever 1
is up as far as it goes » Fig. 104.
The release pin
2
is completely exposed (both its red and green parts are
visible).
The key is removed.
The cap
3
is on the lock of the operating lever.
The ball head does not come out of the mounting recess even after heavy
“shaking”.
WARNINGDo not use the towing equipment unless the ball head was properly locked.
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Removing the ball head
Fig. 105
Unlock the operating lever of the ball head/removing the ball head
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 118.
›
Remove the cap
1
» Fig. 105 from the lock on the tow bar in the direction of
the arrow.
›
Unlock the lock on the operating lever by turning the key 180° to the left so that
the red marking
2
becomes visible.
›
Grasp the ball head from underneath.
›
Press the release pin
3
as far as the stop in the direction of the arrow - at the
same time push the lever
4
downwards as far as it will go in the direction of
the arrow. 
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