2013 SKODA FABIA headlight

Engine compartment overviewFig. 125
Principle sketch: Engine compartment
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 160.
Coolant expansion reservoir
167
Windscreen washer fluid reservoir
163
Engine oil filler opening
166
Engine oil dipstick
165
Brake fluid reservoir
168
Vehicle battery
169
Note
The location of the inspection points in the engine compartment of petrol and
diesel engines is practically identical.
123456Radiator fan
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 160.
The radiator fan is powered by an electric motor. Operation is controlled accord-
ing to the temperature of the coolant.
WARNINGThe fan can intermittently continue to run for approximately 10 minutes after
the ignition is switched off.
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Windscreen washer system
Fig. 126
Engine compartment: Wind-
screen washer fluid reservoir
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 160.
The windscreen washer fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment and
contains the cleaning fluid for the windscreen and rear window and for the head- light cleaning system.
The filling level of the container is about 3.5 litres and about 5.4 litres on vehicles
that have a headlight washing system 1)
.
Clear water is not sufficient to intensively clean the windscreen and headlights. We recommend using clean washing water together with the screen cleaner from
the range of ŠKODA Original Accessories (in winter additionally with antifreeze)
which is capable of removing stubborn dirt. 

1)
In some countries, 5.4 ltr. applies for both variants.
163Inspecting and replenishing

The washing water should always be mixed with antifreeze in winter even if thevehicle has heated windscreen washer nozzles.
Under exceptional circumstances, methylated spirits can also be used if no screen
cleaner with antifreeze is available. The concentration of methylated spirits must
not be more than 15 %. The freeze protection at this concentration is sufficient only to -5 °C.
CAUTION
■ Under no circumstances must radiator antifreeze or other additives be added to
the windscreen washer fluid.■
If the vehicle is fitted with a headlight cleaning system, only cleaning products
which do not attack the polycarbonate coating of the headlights must be added
to the windscreen washer fluid.
■
Do not remove the filter from the windscreen washer fluid reservoir when re-
plenishing it with liquid otherwise the liquid transportation system can be conta-
minated, which can cause the windscreen washer system to malfunction.
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Engine oil
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Specifications and capacity
164
Checking the oil level
165
Replenishing
166
Changing
166
The engine has been factory-filled with a high-grade oil that can be use through-
out the year - except in extreme climate zones.
Engine oils are the subject of continuous further development. Thus the informa- tion stated in this Owner's Manual is only correct at the time of publication.
ŠKODA Service Partners are informed about the latest changes by the manufac-
turer. We therefore recommend that you have the oil changed by a ŠKODA Serv-
ice Partner.
The specifications (VW standards) stated in the following can be indicated sepa-
rately or together with other specifications on the bottle.
The oil capacities include oil filter change. Check the oil level when filling; do not
over fill. The oil level must be between the markings » page 165.WARNING■
The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. While working in
the engine compartment, be sure to observe the following warn-
ings » page 160 .■
 Do not continue your journey if for some reason it is not possible to top
up the engine oil under the current conditions. Switch off the engine and seek
assistance from a specialist garage.
■
 Do not drive on if the oil level is above range
A
» Fig. 127 on page 165.
Switch off the engine and seek assistance from a specialist garage.
CAUTION
Do not pour any additives into the engine oil – there is a risk of serious engine
damage.
Note
■ Before a long drive we recommend that you purchase and carry with you engine
oil which complies with the specification for your vehicle.■
We recommend that you use oils from ŠKODA Original Accessories.
■
You must wash yourself thoroughly if your skin has come into contact with oil.

Specifications and capacity
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 164.
Specifications and capacity (in l) for vehicles with flexible service intervals
Petrol enginesSpecificationCapacity1.2 litres/44 kWVW 503 00, VW 504 002.81.2 litres/51 kWVW 503 00, VW 504 002.81.4 litres/63 kWVW 503 00, VW 504 003.21.4 litres/132 kW TSIVW 504 003.61.2 litres/63 kW TSIVW 504 003.91.2 litres/77 kW TSIVW 504 003.9 164General Maintenance

Fuses in the dash panelFig. 150
Underside of the dash panel:
Distribution board cover.
Fig. 151
Schematic representation of the fuse box for vehicles with left-
hand steering/right-hand steering
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 192.
The fuses are located on the left side of the dash panel behind a cover.
› Carefully remove the cover in the direction of the arrow
» Fig. 150.
› After the fuse has been replaced, replace the cover in the dash panel in the op-
posite direction of the arrow so that the guide lugs are guided into the open- ings of the dash panel. Close the cover until it clicks into place.
Fuse assignment in the dash panel
No.Power consumer1S-contact2START-STOP, air-conditioning system3Instrument cluster, headlamp beam adjustmentNo.Power consumer4Control unit for ABS, button for START STOP5Petrol engine: Speed regulating system6Reversing light (manual gearbox)7Ignition, engine control unit, automatic gearbox8Brake pedal switch, clutch pedal switch9Operating controls for the heating, control unit for air conditioning sys-
tem, parking aid, control unit for cornering lights, radiator fan, washing nozzles10Windscreen Wiper and Washer System11Mirror adjustment12Control unit for trailer detection13Automatic gearbox control unit14Motor for halogen projector headlights with cornering light function15PDA navigation system16Electrohydraulic power steering17Light switch power supply18Mirror heater19S-contact20Alarm21Reversing light, fog lights with the function CORNER22Operating controls for the heating, control unit for air conditioning sys-
tem, parking aid, mobile phone, instrument cluster, steering angle
sender, ESC, vehicle voltage control unit, multifunction steering wheel23Interior lighting, storage compartment and luggage compartment, side
lights24Central control unit25Seat heaters26Rear window wiper27Telephone preinstallation28Petrol engine: AKF valve, Diesel engine: Control flap29Injection, coolant pump30Fuel pump, ignition, Cruise control system, operation of PTC relay31Lambda probe 193Fuses and light bulbs

No.Power consumer32High pressure fuel pump, pressure valve33Engine control unit34Engine control unit, vacuum pump35Daytime running lights/radio for vehicles with START-STOP36Main beam37Rear fog light, DC/DC converter START-STOP38Fog lights39Air blower for heating40-41Not assigned42Rear window heater43Horn44Windscreen wipers45Central control unit for convenience system46Engine control unit, fuel pump47Cigarette lighter, power socket in the luggage compartment48ABS, START-STOP (DC/DC) converter ESP49Turn signal lights, brake lights50START-STOP (DC/DC) transformer, radio51Electrical power window (front and rear) - left side52Electrical power window (front and rear) - right side53Parking light = left side, electrical sliding/tilting roof54START-STOP (instrument cluster), alarm55Automatic gearbox control unit56Headlight cleaning system, parking light - right side57Left low beam, headlight range adjustment58Low beam on the right
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Fuses in the engine compartmentFig. 152
Vehicle battery: Distribution board cover.
Fig. 153
Schematic representation of
fuse box in engine compartment
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 192.
› Press the securing clips on the fuse box cover together at the same time in the
direction of arrow
A
» Fig. 152 and remove the cover in the direction of arrow
B
.
› Release the fixtures in the openings
C
using a flat screwdriver and fold the
cover upwards in direction of arrow
D
.
Fuse assignment in engine compartment
No.Power consumer1Alternator2Not assigned3Interior4Electrical auxiliary heating system 194Do-it-yourself

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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195Fuses and light bulbs

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
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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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196Do-it-yourself

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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197Fuses and light bulbs

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