Note■Warning messages shown in the MAXI DOT display must be confirmed with but-
ton B » Fig. 7 on page 18 to call up the main menu.■
As long as the operational faults are not rectified, the symbols are always indi-
cated again. After they are displayed for the first time, the symbols continue to be
indicated without any extra messages for the driver.
Warning lights
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Handbrake
20
Brake system
20
Seat belt warning light
21
Alternator
21
Door open
21
Engine oil
21
Coolant
22
Power steering
23
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
23
Traction Control System (ASR)
23
Antilock brake system (ABS)
24
The rear fog light
24
Bulb failure
24
Exhaust inspection system
24
Glow plug system (diesel engine)
24
ECU fault light (petrol engine)
25
Diesel particulate filter (diesel engine)
25
Fuel reserve
25
Airbag system
26
Tyre pressure
26
Windscreen washer fluid level
26
Traction control (TCS) switched off
26
Turn signal system
26
Low beam
27 Fog lights27 Cruise control system27
Selector lever lock
27
Main beam
27
The warning lights show certain functions/faults and may be accompanied by au-
dible signals.
WARNING■ If illuminated warning lights and the corresponding descriptions and warn-
ing notes are not observed, this may result in severe injuries or major vehicle
damage.■
The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. There is a risk of
injuries, scalding, accidents and fire when working in the engine compart-
ment, e.g. inspecting and replenishing oil and other fluids. It is essential to ob-
serve safety notes » page 160, Engine compartment .
Handbrake
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 20.
The warning light
comes on if the handbrake is applied. An audible warning is
also given if you drive the vehicle for at least 3 seconds at a speed of more than
6 km/h.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display.
Release parking brake!
Brake system
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 20.
The
indicator light comes on if the brake fluid level in the braking system is too
low or there is a fault in the ABS.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Brake fluid: Read manual.
20Using the system
Turn signal and main beam lightsFig. 25
Stalk: turn signal and main beam
operation
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 43.
The parking light is controlled with the control stalk » page 47.
Control stalk positions » Fig. 25 .
Switch on right turn signal
Switch on left turn signal
Switch on high beam (spring-loaded position)
Switch off main beam and headlamp flasher (spring-loaded position)
When the left or right turn signal is on, the
or
warning light flashes in the
instrument cluster.
When the high beam or headlight flasher is on, the
warning light lights up in
the instrument cluster.
Turn signal for changing lanes - to flash only briefly, move the stalk up or down to
the pressure point only and hold it in this position.
Convenience turn signal If you wish to flash three times only, briefly push the stalk to the upper or lower
pressure point and release again.
WARNINGOnly turn on the main beam or the headlight flasher if other road users will
not be dazzled.ABCDNote■ The main beam can only be switched on when the low beam lights are on.■The headlight flasher can be operated even if the ignition is switched off.■
The turn signal system only operates when the ignition is switched on.
■
The turn signal is automatically cancelled after negotiating a curve.
■
The warning light flashes at twice its normal rate if a bulb for the turn signal
light fails.
Halogen projector headlights with cornering light function
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 43.
For a better cornering illumination, the halogen projector headlights with corner-
ing light function are set in the optimal position in line with the vehicle speed and
the steering angle.
WARNINGIf the halogen projector headlights with cornering light function are faulty, the
headlights are automatically lowered to the emergency position, which pre- vents a possible dazzling of oncoming traffic. Thus the illuminated length of
the road is shortened. Drive carefully and visit a specialist garage as soon as possible.
45Lights and visibility
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.
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
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
.
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.
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.
197Fuses and light bulbs
Changing light bulbs and installing fog lights›Press the locking tab 1 » Fig. 160 on the connector A and remove the connec-
tor from the bulb holder B
.
›
Turn the bulb holder
B
and bulb in the direction of the arrow to the stop and
remove.
›
Replace the bulb, insert the bulb holder and new bulb and turn in the opposite direction to that of the arrow to the stop.
›
Insert the plug
A
into the socket
B
.
›
Retighten the screws and insert the cap. The cap must engage firmly.
Changing the licence plate light bulb
Fig. 161
Boot lid: Licence plate light
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings on page 195.
›
Insert a flat screwdriver into the opening in the area of the arrow » Fig. 161 and
carefully press towards the centre of the lamp; the lamp pops out slightly as
you do this.
›
Remove the lamp.
›
Remove the faulty bulb from the holder and insert a new one.
›
Replace the glass cover and push in until the stop.
Make sure that you install the glass cover in the correct position.
Rear lightFig. 162
Plastic nut/rear lamp
Fig. 163
Tail light assembly: Bulb ar-
rangement
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 195.
Bulb location » Fig. 163.
1
- Rear fog light/Reversing light
2
- Turn signal lights
3
- Brake lights
4
- parking lights
Removing and installing the tail light
›
Open the tailgate.
›
Hold the rear light assembly still with one hand and unscrew the plastic nut » Fig. 162 -
with the other.
199Fuses and light bulbs
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
211Index
H
Handbrake
99
Hazard warning light system47
Head airbag137
Headlight cleaning system Headlight cleaning system
52
Headlights196
Driving abroad110
Headlight cleaning system52
Head restraint57
Storing in the seat squabs58
Heating Deicing the windows
79
Exterior mirrors53
Operating78
Operation79
Rear window50
Recirculated air mode80
Seats55
Heating and air conditioning77
Hill hold control111
Horn9
I
Ignition
97
Ignition lock97
Immobilizer97
Individual settings locking
32
unlocking32
Inertia reel131
Instrument cluster10
Overview10
Interior monitor36
ISOFIX143
J
Jack
181
Jacking points Raise vehicle
184
Jump-starting187, 188
L
Light Beam adjustment
44
Cockpit48
Headlight flash45
Lights43
Cockpit48, 49
Daylight running44
Fog lights46
Foglights with the CORNER function46
Halogen projector headlights with cornering light
function
45
Hazard warning light system47
Low beam lights43
Main beam lights45
Parking lights43, 47
Rear fog light46
Replacing bulbs195
Switching on and off43
Tourist lights46
Turn signals45
warning lights20
Loads201
Lock Central locking system
33
Locking Emergency locking
31
Remote control34
without central locking30
Locking and unlocking from the inside33
Low beam lights43
Luggage compartment Class N1 vehicles59
Lighting49
Retractable luggage compartment cover (Fabia Estate)
62
Variable loading floor62
M
Main beam
45
Maintenance107
Decorative films153
Manual air conditioning Recirculated air mode
82
Manual gear changing see Gear changing
100
Materials defect liability5
MAXI DOT Main menu
18
see MAXI DOT display18
Settings18
MAXI DOT display18
Maximum speed204
MDI94
Mirror Exterior mirrors
53
Manually dimmed rear-view mirror53
Vanity50
Mobile phone86
Connecting to the hands-free system89
Modes of the automatic transmission101
Modifications147
Modifications and technical changes Service
148
Multifunction display Functions
13
Memory14
Operation14
Multimedia92
213Index