2013 SKODA FABIA refuelling

The warning light  comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched
on 1)
.
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the engine oil level » page 165.
Even if the oil level is correct,  do not drive any further if the warning light is
flashing. Also do not leave the engine running at an idling speed.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
The warning light  lights up yellow (oil quantity too low)
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Check oil level!
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the engine oil level » page 165.
An audible signal sounds as a warning signal.
The warning light will go out if the bonnet is left open for more than 30 seconds. If no engine oil has been replenished, the warning light will come on again after
driving about 100 km.
The warning light 
flashes yellow (engine oil level sensor faulty)
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Oil sensor workshop!
If the engine oil level sensor is faulty, the warning light flashes 
several times
and an audible signal sounds when the ignition is turned on.
Seek help from a specialist garage.WARNINGIf you have to stop for technical reasons, park the vehicle at a safe distance
from the traffic, switch off the engine and switch on the hazard warning lights
system » page 47 .
CAUTION
The red oil pressure light 
is not an oil level indicator! One should therefore
check the oil level at regular intervals, preferably after every refuelling stop.  Coolant
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 20.
The indicator light  lights up until the engine reaches operating temperature 2)
.
Avoid high speeds, full throttle and high engine loads.
If the warning light  lights up or flashes, either the coolant temperature is too
high or the coolant level is too low.
An audible signal sounds as a warning tone.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display.
Check coolant. Read manual.
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, check the level of the coolant » page 167,
and refill the coolant if necessary » page 168.
If the coolant is within the specified range, the increased temperature may be caused by an operating problem at the radiator fan. Check the fuse for the radia-
tor fan, replace if necessary » page 194, Fuses in the engine compartment .
Do not continue driving if the warning light 

does not go off even though the
coolant level is correct and the fuse for the fan is in working order!
Seek help from a specialist garage.
WARNING■ If you have to stop for technical reasons, park the vehicle at a safe distance
from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning light system » page 47 .■
Carefully open the coolant expansion bottle. If the engine is hot, the cooling
system is pressurized - risk of scalding! It is therefore best to allow the engine
to cool down before removing the cap.
■
Do not touch the radiator fan. The radiator fan may switch itself on auto-
matically even if the ignition is off.

1)
The  warning light does not light up in vehicles fitted with the MAXI DOT display when the ignition
is switched on, but only if there is a fault or the engine oil level is too low.
2)
Not on vehicles with the MAXI DOT display.
22Using the system

Headlight cleaning systemFirst read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 50.
The headlights are sprayed briefly if the low beam or main beam are switched on
and the windscreen wiper stalk is pulled to position
5
» Fig. 33 on page 51. To
clean the headlights, the windshield is also sprayed after every five squirts.
You should remove stubborn dirt (such as insect residues) from the headlight len-
ses at regular intervals, for example when refuelling. The following guidelines
must be observed » page 154, Headlight lenses .
To ensure the proper operation of the cleaning system during the winter, any
snow should be removed from the washer nozzle fixtures and ice should be
cleared with a de-icing spray.
CAUTION
Never remove the nozzles from the headlight cleaning system by hand – there is
risk of damage.
Replacing the windscreen wiper blades
Fig. 34
Windscreen wiper blade
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 50.
Removing the wiper blade
›
Lift the windscreen wiper arm away from the windscreen.
›
Press the locking button
1
» Fig. 34 and remove the wiper blade in the direc-
tion of arrow
2
.
Fitting the wiper blade›Push the wiper blade in until it latches on the stop.›
Check that the wiper blade is correctly attached.
›
Fold the wiper arms back to the windscreen.
Windshield wiper blades in proper condition are essential to obtain good visibility.
Wiper blades should not be allowed to become dirtied by dust, insect remains and
preserving wax.
Juddering or smearing of the wiper blades could then be due to wax residues left on the windshield by vehicle washing in automatic vehicle wash systems. It is
therefore important to degrease the lips of the windshield wiper blades after ev-
ery pass through an automatic vehicle wash system .

Replacing the rear window wiper blade
Fig. 35
Rear window wiper blade
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 50.
Removing the wiper blade
›
Raise the wiper arm away from the window » Fig. 35.
›
Tilt the wiper blade to the stop in the direction of the wiper arm.
›
Hold the upper part of the wiper arm and unlock the securing mechanism
1
.
›
Remove the wiper blade in the direction of the arrow
2
.
Fitting the wiper blade
›
Push the wiper blade in until it latches on the stop.
›
Check that the wiper blade is correctly attached.
›
Fold the wiper arm back to the windscreen.
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52Using the system

Always ensure the tyre inflation pressure is correct. If the pressure is too low, the
tyres will have to overcome a higher rolling resistance. This will not only increase fuel consumption but also tyre wear and the driving behaviour will worsen.
Always check the tyre inflation pressure when the tyres are cold.
Avoiding unnecessary ballast
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 104.
Transporting ballast costs fuel.
Each kilogramme of weight increases the fuel consumption. Therefore, we rec-
ommend that you carry no unnecessary weight.
It is particularly in town traffic, when one is accelerating quite often, that the ve-
hicle weight will have a significant effect upon the fuel consumption. A rule of
thumb here is that an increase in weight of 100 kilograms will cause an increase in fuel consumption of about 1 litre/100 kilometres.
At a speed of 100 - 120 km/h, a vehicle fitted with a roof rack cross member with-
out a load will use about 10 % more fuel than normal due to the increased aero- dynamic drag.

Regular maintenance
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 104.
A poorly tuned engine uses an unnecessarily high amount of fuel.
By having your vehicle regularly maintained by a specialist garage, you create theconditions needed for driving economically. The maintenance state of your vehi-
cle has a positive effect on traffic safety and value retention
A poorly tuned engine can result in a fuel consumption which is 10 % higher than normal.
Check the oil level at regular intervals, e.g. when refuelling. Oil consumption is
dependent to a considerable extent on the load and speed of the engine. Oil con-
sumption could be as high as 0.5 litres/1 000 km depending on your style of driv-
ing.
It is quite normal that a new engine has a higher oil consumption at first, and rea-
ches its lowest level only after a certain running in time. The oil consumption of a
new vehicle can therefore only be correctly assessed after driving about 5 000 km.
For the sake of the environment
■ Additional improvements to the fuel economy can be made by using synthetic
high-lubricity oils.■
Regularly check the ground under the vehicle. Have your vehicle inspected by a
specialist garage if you find any stains caused by oil or other fluids on the ground.
Note
We recommend that your vehicle is serviced on a regular basis by a ŠKODA Serv-
ice Partner.
Saving electrical energy
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 104.
When the engine is running, the alternator generates and supplies electrical pow-
er. If more electrical components of the electrical system are switched on, more
fuel is needed to operate the alternator. We therefore recommend switching off
electrical components if these are no longer required.

Environmental compatibility
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 104.
Environmental protection has played a major role in the design, selection of mate- rials, and manufacture of your new ŠKODA. Particular emphasis has been placed
on the following points.
Design measures › Joints designed to be easily detached.
› Simplified disassembly due to the modular structure system.
› Improved purity of different classes of materials.
› Identification of all plastic parts in accordance with VDA Recommendation 260.
› Reduced fuel consumption and exhaust emission CO
2.
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107Starting-off and Driving

Inspecting and replenishing
Fuel
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Refuelling
158
Unleaded petrol
159
Diesel fuel
160
The correct grades of fuel for your vehicle are stated on a sticker affixed to the
inside of the fuel filler flap » Fig. 122 on page 158 - 
.
WARNINGThe national legal requirements must be observed if carrying a spare canister
in the vehicle. We do not recommend carrying any fuel canisters in your vehi-
cle for safety reasons. In the event of an accident this could be damaged and
fuel could escape – there is a risk of fire.
CAUTION
■ Never drive until the fuel tank is completely empty! The irregular supply of fuel
can cause misfiring, which can result in considerable damage to parts of the en-
gine and exhaust system.■
Immediately remove any fuel that has spilled onto the vehicle's paintwork –
there is a risk of paint damage.
■
If the vehicle was not purchased in the country in which it was intended to be
operated, you should check whether the fuel specified by the manufacturer is of-
fered in the country where the vehicle will be operated. You should also perhaps
check whether the manufacturer has recommended a different fuel for operation
of the vehicle in the country concerned. Is this not the case, then you must check
whether the manufacturer permits operation of the vehicle with another fuel
type.

RefuellingFig. 122
Right rear side of the vehicle: Fuel filler flap/fuel filler flap with cap
unscrewed
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 158.
Open fuel filler flap
›
Open the fuel filler flap with one hand » Fig. 122 - 
.
›
Hold the fuel filler cap on the fuel filler tube with one hand and unlock it by
moving it to the left with the vehicle key.
›
Unscrew the filler cap by turning it anticlockwise and clip the cap on the top ofthe fuel filler flap » Fig. 122 - 
.
Closing the filler cap
›
Turn the filler cap to the right until it clicks into place.
›
Hold the fuel filler cap on the fuel filler tube with one hand and lock it by turn- ing the vehicle key to the right and remove the key.
›
Close the filler cap.
CAUTION
■ Before refuelling it is necessary to switch off the auxiliary heating system (aux-
iliary heating and ventilation).■
The fuel tank is full just as soon as the pump nozzle switches off for the first
time, provided the nozzle has been operated properly. Do not continue filling the fuel tank otherwise the expansion volume is filled up. 158General Maintenance

DisplayService interval16
Distance driven12
Door Child safety lock
29
Closing30
Door open warning light21
Opening30
Doors Emergency locking
31
Driving Abroad
109
Driving through water on streets109
Emissions201
Fuel consumption201
Maximum speed204
Driving economically Economical gear changing
105
Driving through water109
E
Economical and environmentally friendly driving 104
Economical driving Anticipation in driving
105
Ballast107
Driving at full throttle106
Idling106
Regular maintenance107
Saving energy107
Short distances106
Tyre pressure106
EDS112
Electrical power windows Button in the driver's door
38, 39
Button in the rear door39
Central locking system40
Electric power windows Operational faults
40
Electric sliding/tilting roof40
Electronic Differential Lock112
Electronic immobilizer97
Emergency Changing a wheel
181
Hazard warning light system47
Jump-starting187, 188
locking of the doors31
Selector lever-unlocking103
Sliding/tilting roof42
Towing the vehicle189
Towing the vehicle using the tow hitch190
Tyre repair185
Unlocking the boot lid38
Emergency equipment Fire extinguisher
180
First aid kit180
Jack181
Vehicle tool kit181
Warning triangle180
Emissions201
Engine Running in
104
Starting and stopping the engine96
Starting the engine97
Switching off the engine98
Engine compartment160
Brake fluid168
Coolant167
Overview163
Vehicle battery169
Engine oil164
Capacity164
Changing166
Checking165
Replenishing166
Specifications164
Warning light21
Engine revolutions counter11
Environment104
Environmental compatibility107
Environmentally friendly driving104
ESC Function111
warning light23
F
Films
153
Fire extinguisher180
First aid kit180
Flashers45
Fog lights46
Footmats100
see Footmats100
Front airbag135
Front seats54
Fuel158
Diesel160
Fuel gauge11
gauge11
refer to Fuel158
Refuelling158
Unleaded petrol159
Fuel consumption104
Fuses Assignment
192
Changing192
Colour coding192
G
Gear Recommended gear
13
Gearbox Display messages
19
Gear changing Gear stick
100
General view Cockpit
9
Glow plug system Warning light
24
GSM86
212Index

N
N1
59
Net partition64
Behind the front seats65
Behind the rear seats64
Removing and refitting the housing65
O
Oil see Engine oil
165
Oil pressure Display messages
21
Onboard computer see Multifunction display
13
Operation in winter Diesel fuel
160
Vehicle battery171
Outside temperature15
Overview Engine compartment
163
warning lights20
P
Paintwork See Caring for paintwork
152
Parking Parking aid
113
Parking lights43
Part replacement147
Passive safety Before every journey
124
Driving safety125
Safety equipment124
Passive Safety124
Pedals100
Footmats100
Petrol refer to Fuel159
Polishing the paintwork See Vehicle care
152
Power steering95
Power window force limiter39
R
Radiator fan
163
Radio reception See windows
153
Raise vehicle184
Rear-view mirror Exterior mirrors
53
Manually dimmed rear-view mirror53
Rear fog light46
Rear window - Heating50
Recirculated air mode Manual air conditioning
82
Recommended gear13
Refuelling158
Fuel158
Remote control34
Synchronisation process35
Remote control key Replacing the battery
29
Repairs and technical alterations147
Replacing Vehicle battery
172
Windscreen wiper blades52
Replenishing Coolant
168
Engine oil166
Windscreen washer fluid163
Rims173
Roof luggage rack Attachment points
68
Roof rack system67
Roof load68
Running-in the first 1500 km103
Running in Brake pads
104
Engine104
Tyres104
S
SAFE see Safe securing
32
SAFELOCK see Safe securing
32
Safe securing32
Safety124
Child safety140
Child safety seats140
Correct seated position125
Head restraints57
ISOFIX143
TOP TETHER144
Save electricity104
Seals Vehicle care
153
Seat Adjusting
55
Seat belt warning light
21
Seat belt height adjuster131
Seat belts128
Belt tensioners131
Cleaning157
fastening and unfastening130
Height adjustment131
Seatbelts Inertia reels
131
Seat belts The physical principle of a frontal collision
129
Seats folding forward
56
Head restraints57
214Index