2013 SKODA FABIA lock

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

›Grasp the top part of the cover and carefully remove it in the direction of the
arrow » Fig. 75 .
CAUTION
The storage compartments are designed for storing small objects of up to 2.5 kg.
in weight in total.
Flexible storage compartment
Fig. 76
Flexible storage compartment
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 72.
The flexible storage compartment » Fig. 76 can be fitted to the right-hand side of
the luggage compartment.
Fitting
›
Insert both ends of the flexible storage compartment into the openings of the right side trim panel of the boot and push it downwards until it locks.
Removing
›
Grasp the flexible storage compartment on the two upper corners.
›
Press the upper corners inwards and release the storage compartment by pull-
ing upwards.
›
Remove by pulling towards you.
CAUTION
The storage compartment is designed for storing small objects with a maximum
total weight of 8 kg.NoteIf the variable loading floor » page 62 is installed in the luggage compartment, no
flexible storage compartment can be installed.
76Using 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

■Media Player
■ Active device
■ Paired devices
■ Search
■ Phone name - option to change the name of the phone (default SKODA_BT)
Settings
The following menu items can be selected from the Settings menu item.
■ Phone book
■ Update 1)
■ List
■ Surname
■ First name
■ Ring tone
Back
Return in the Start menu of the telephone.
Voice control
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Dialogue
91
Voice commands
92
Dialogue
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 91.
The period of time during which the system is ready to receive voice commands
and to carry them out is called a dialogue. The system gives audible feedback and
guides you if necessary through the relevant functions.
Optimum understanding of the voice commands depends on several factors.
› Speak with a normal tone of voice without intonation and excessive pauses.
› Avoid a bad pronunciation.
› Close the doors, windows and sliding roof, to reduce or stop disturbing exterior
noise.
› It is recommended to speak louder at higher speeds, so that the tone of your
voice is louder than the increased surrounding noise.
› During the dialogue, limit additional noise in the vehicle, e.g. passengers talking
at the same time.
› Do not speak, if the system makes an announcement.
The microphone for voice control is inserted in the moulded headliner and direc- ted to the driver and front passenger. Therefore the driver and the front passen- ger can operate the equipment.
Entering a phone number
The telephone number can be entered as a continuous series of individually spo-
ken digits (the whole number at once) or in the form of digital blocks (separated
by short pauses). After each order of digits (separation through brief voice pause)
all of the digits detected up to now are repeated by the system.
The digits 0 - 9, symbols +, 
, # are permitted. The system detects no continuous
digit combinations such as twenty-three, but only individually spoken digits (two,
three).
Switching on voice control › Press the

button on the adapter
» Fig. 83 on page 89 briefly.
› Press the
1
button on the multifunction steering wheel briefly
» page 87, Op-
erating the phone on the multifunction steering wheel .
Switching off voice control
If the system is currently playing a message, the message that is currently being played will have to be stopped as follows:
› Press the

button on the adapter briefly.
› Press the
1
button on the multifunction steering wheel briefly.
If the system is expecting a voice command, you can end the dialogue yourself as
follows.
› with the
CANCEL voice command.
› Press the

button on the adapter.
› Press the
1
button on the multifunction steering wheel briefly.

1)
On vehicles fitted with the Amundsen+ navigation system, this function can be accessed via the navi-
gation system menu; refer to the » Operating instructions for the Amundsen+ navigation system .
91Communication and multimedia

Driving
Starting-off and Driving
Steering
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Adjusting the steering wheel position
95
Power steering
95WARNING■ When driving, hold the steering wheel with both hands firmly on the outer
edge in the 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock position. Never hold the steering wheel in
the 12 o'clock position or in any other way (e.g. in the middle or inner edge of
the steering wheel). In such cases, you could severely injure your arms, hands
and head when the driver airbag is deployed.■
Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving only when the
vehicle is stationary!
■
Adjust the steering wheel so that the distance
1
» Fig. 85 on page 95
between the steering wheel and your chest is at least 25 cm. Not maintaining
this minimum distance will mean that the airbag system will not be able to
properly protect you - there is a risk that you could be killed.
■
If the steering wheel is adjusted further towards the head, the protection
provided by the driver airbag in the event of an accident is reduced. Check
that the steering wheel is aligned to the chest.
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Adjusting the steering wheel positionFig. 85
Adjustable steering wheel: Lever below the steering column/safe
distance to the steering wheel
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 95.
The height and forward/back position of the steering wheel can be adjusted.
›
First of all adjust the driver's seat » page 54, Front seats .
›
Pull the lever below the steering wheel down » Fig. 85 - 
.
›
Adjust the steering wheel to the desired position (with regard to the height and
forward/back position).
›
Push the lever upwards to the stop.
WARNINGThe lever for adjusting the steering wheel must be locked while you are driv- ing so that the position of the steering wheel cannot accidently change duringthe journey – there is the risk of an accident.
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Power steering
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 95.
The power steering enables you to steer the vehicle with less physical force.
The power steering only works when the engine is running. 
95Starting-off and Driving

It is still fully possible to steer the vehicle if the power steering fails or if the en-gine is not running (e.g. when towing). However, greater physical effort is re-
quired to turn the steering wheel.
CAUTION
You will place great stresses on the power steering system if the steering is
turned to full lock when the vehicle is stationary. Turning the steering to full lock
in such a situation will be accompanied by noises. Never leave the steering wheel at full lock for more than 15 seconds when the engine is running - there is a risk of
damaging the power steering.
Starting and stopping the engine
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Electronic immobilizer
97
Ignition lock
97
Starting the engine
97
Switching off the engine
98
The engine can only be started using a correctly coded original key. The engine running noises may louder at first be louder for a short time afterstarting the cold engine. This is quite normal and is not an operating problem.
WARNING■ When the vehicle is travelling with the engine off, the ignition key must al-
ways be in position 2 » Fig. 86 on page 97 (ignition switched on). This posi-
tion is indicated by the warning lights coming on. If this is not the case, it
could result in unexpected locking of the steering wheel – there is the risk of
an accident.■
Only pull the ignition key from the ignition lock when the vehicle has come
to a complete stop (by applying the handbrake). Otherwise the steering wheel
could lock – there is the risk of an accident.
WARNING (Continued)■ When leaving the vehicle, the ignition must always be removed. This is par-
ticularly important if children are left in the vehicle. Otherwise the children
could, for example, start the engine – there is the risk of an accident or injury.■
Never leave the vehicle unattended with the engine running.
■
Never switch off the engine before the vehicle has come to a halt – there is
the risk of an accident.
WARNING■ Never leave the engine running in unventilated or closed rooms. The en-
gine's exhaust gases also contain the odourless and colourless carbon mon-
oxide, a poisonous gas – risk of death. ■ Carbon monoxide can cause unconsciousness and death.
CAUTION
■The starter must only be operated when the engine is not running and the vehi-
cle is at a standstill. The starter or engine can be damaged if the starter is activa-
ted when the engine is running 3
» Fig. 86 on page 97.
■
If the engine does not start up after a second attempt, the fuse for the fuel
pump may have a fault. Check the fuse and replace, if necessary » page 192 or
seek assistance from a specialist garage.
■
Let go of the ignition key as soon as the engine starts otherwise the starter
could be damaged.
■
Do not tow start the engine – there is a risk of damaging the engine and the
catalytic converter. The battery from another vehicle can be used as a jump-start
aid » page 187 , Jump-starting .
CAUTION
■
Avoid high engine speeds, full throttle and high engine loads until the engine
has yet reached its operating temperature – there is a risk of damaging the en-
gine.■
Do not switch the engine off immediately at the end of your journey after the
engine has been operated over a prolonged period at high loads but leave it to
run at an idling speed for about 1 minute. This prevents any possible accumulation
of heat when the engine is switched off. 
96Driving

For the sake of the environmentDo not warm up the engine while the vehicle is stationary. If possible, start your
journey as soon as the engine has started. Through this the engine reaches its operating temperature more rapidly and the pollutant emissions are lower.
Note
The radiator fan can intermittently continue to run for approximately 10 minutes
after the ignition has been switched off.
Electronic immobilizer
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 96.
An electronic chip is integrated in the head of the key. The immobiliser is deacti-
vated with the aid of this chip when the key is inserted in the ignition lock. The
electronic immobiliser is automatically activated when the ignition key is with-
drawn from the lock.
The engine will not start if a non-authorized ignition key is used. The MAXI DOT display shows the following:
Immobilizer active.
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Ignition lock
Fig. 86
Positions of the vehicle key in
the ignition lockFirst read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 96.
Petrol engines » Fig. 86
Ignition switched off, engine off, the steering can be locked
Ignition switched on
Starting engine
Diesel engines » Fig. 86
Fuel supply interrupted, ignition switched off, engine switched off, the steer-
ing can be locked.
Heating glow plugs on, ignition switched on
Starting engine
To lock the steering , with the ignition key withdrawn, turn the steering wheel
until the steering locking pin engages audibly.
If the steering is locked and the key cannot be turned or can only be turned with
difficulty to position
2
» Fig. 86 , move the steering wheel back and forth and the
steering lock will unlock.
Note
We recommend locking the steering wheel whenever leaving the vehicle. This
acts as a deterrent against the attempted theft of your car.
Starting the engine
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 96.
Vehicles with a diesel engine are equipped with a glow plug system. The glow
plug warning light 
lights up after the ignition has been switched on. Start the
engine once the 
warning light has gone out.
You should not switch on any major electrical components during the heating pe- riod otherwise the vehicle battery will be drained unnecessarily.
Procedure for starting the engine
›
Move the gearshift lever into neutral or move the selector lever to position P or
N and firmly apply the handbrake.
›
Switch on the ignition
2
» Fig. 86 on page 97. 
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12312397Starting-off and Driving

Under these severe conditions , the thickness of the brake pads must also be
checked by a specialist garage between services.
Wet roads or road salt
The performance of the brakes can be delayed as the brake discs and brake pads may be moist or have a coating of ice or layer of salt on them in winter. The
brakes are cleaned and dried by applying the brakes several times.
Corrosion
Corrosion on the brake discs and dirt on the bake pads occur if the vehicle has
been parked for a long period and if you do not make much use of the braking
system. The brakes are cleaned and dried by applying the brakes several times.
Faults in the brake surface
If it is found that the braking distance has suddenly become longer and that the brake pedal can be depressed further, the brake system may be faulty.
Visit a specialist garage immediately and adjust your style of driving appropriately as you will not know how great the damage is.
Low brake fluid level
An insufficient level of brake fluid may result in problems in the brake system. The level of the brake fluid is monitored electronically » page 20, 
Brake system .
Brake booster
The brake booster increases the pressure generated with the brake pedal. The
brake booster only operates when the engine is running.
Handbrake
Fig. 87
Handbrake
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 98.
Apply
›
Pull the handbrake lever firmly upwards.
Releasing
›
Pull the handbrake lever up slightly and at the same time push in the locking
button » Fig. 87 .
›
Move the lever right down while pressing the lock button.
The handbrake warning light  lights up when the handbrake is applied, provided
the ignition is on.
WARNINGPlease note that the handbrake must be fully released. A handbrake which is only partially released can result in the rear brakes overheating. This can have
a negative effect on the operation of the brake system – there is a risk of an
accident.
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Manual gear shifting and pedals
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Manual gear changing
100
Pedals
100
99Starting-off and Driving