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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 14.
The indicator light illuminates 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: Log book!
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the level of the brake flu-
id » page 170 .
WARNING■
If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and switch on the hazard warning
lights » page 44 . The warning triangle must be set up at the prescribed dis-
tance - observe the national legal provisions when doing so.■
The following guidelines should be observed when opening the bonnet and
checking the brake fluid level » page 162, Engine compartment .
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If the warning light is displayed simultaneously with warning light
» page 18 , Antilock brake system (ABS) , do not continue your jour-
ney! Seek help from a specialist garage.
■
A fault to the ABS system or the braking system can increase the vehicle's
braking distance – risk of accident!
Seat belt warning light
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 14.
The indicator light
comes on after the ignition is switched on as a reminder for
the driver and front passenger to fasten the seat belt.
The indicator light
goes out if the driver or front passenger has fastened their
seat belt.
If the driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt and the vehicle
speed exceeds 20 km/h, the indicator light flashes and you will hear an acoustic
signal.
If the seat belt is not fastened by the driver or front passenger during the next
90 seconds, the warning signal is deactivated and the indicator light lights up
permanently.
Generator
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 14.
If the warning light lights up
when the engine is running, the vehicle battery is
not being charged.
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately. The electrical system re- quires checking.
WARNINGIf you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and switch on the hazard warning lights » page 44 . The warning triangle must be set up at the prescribed dis-
tance - observe the national legal provisions when doing so.
CAUTION
If the indicator light (cooling system fault) lights up in addition to the indica-
tor light while driving, do not continue driving! Stop the engine - there is a risk
of engine damage!
Open door
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
The warning light
comes on if one or several doors are opened or if the boot lid
is opened.
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WARNINGIf you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and switch on the hazard warning
lights » page 44 . The warning triangle must be set up at the prescribed dis-
tance - observe the national legal provisions when doing so.
Engine Oil
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 14.
The warning light
lights up red (low oil pressure)
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Oil pressure: Log book!
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the level of the engine oil » page 167 .
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 level of the engine
oil » page 167 .
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 assistance from a specialist garage immediately.WARNINGIf you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and switch on the hazard warning
lights » page 44 . The warning triangle must be set up at the prescribed dis-
tance - observe the national legal provisions when doing so.
Coolant
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 14.
The indicator light
lights up until the engine reaches operating temperature 1)
.
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.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display.
ENGINE COOLANT PLEASE CHECK Log book!
› Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine and check the coolant level
» page 169.
› If the coolant level is too low, add coolant to the reservoir
» page 170.
› If the indicator light
disappears after adding coolant and switching on the ig-
nition, you may continue your journey.
› If the coolant level is within the specified range, but the indicator light
is still
illuminated, check the fuse for the radiator fan and replace it if necessa-
ry » page 199 , Fuses in the engine compartment .
› If the coolant level and fan fuse are both OK but the indicator light
is still illu-
minated,
do not continue your journey!
› Seek assistance from a specialist garage.
1)
Applies to vehicles with a segment display.
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WARNING■If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and switch on the hazard warning lights » page 44 . The warning triangle must be set up at the prescribed dis-
tance - observe the national legal provisions when doing so.■
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.
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Do not touch the radiator fan. The radiator fan may switch itself on auto-
matically even if the ignition is off.
Power steering
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
If the indicator light
lights up, there is a fault in the power steering system.
The power steering operates with reduced steering assist or does not function at
all.
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
The warning light flashes
to show that the ESC is currently operating.
If the warning light
comes on immediately after you start the engine, the ESC
might be switched off due to technical reasons. Switch the ignition off and on
again. If the indicator light
does not light up after you switch the engine back
on, the ESR is fully functional again.
If the warning light lights up
there is a fault in the ESC system.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Error: Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
or Error: Traction control (ASR)
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
Further information » page 111, Electronic Stability Control (ESC) .
Note
If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the warning light
comes on after switching on the ignition. If the indicator light does not go out
after moving a short distance, this means that there is an error in the system.
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
Traction Control System (ASR)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 14.
The warning light flashes to show that the ASR is currently operating.
If the warning light comes on immediately after starting the engine, the ASR
can be switched off for technical reasons. Switch the ignition off and on again. If
the warning light does not light up after you switch the engine back on, the
ASR is fully functional again.
If the warning light lights up, there is a fault in the ASR.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Error: Traction control (ASR)
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
Further information » page 112, Traction Control System (TCS) .
Note
If the vehicle battery has been disconnected and then reconnected, the indicator
light comes on after switching on the ignition. If the indicator light does not go
out after moving a short distance, this means that there is an error in the system. Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
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Antilock brake system (ABS)First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 14.
If the warning light lights up, there is a fault in the ABS.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Error: ABS
The vehicle will only be braked by the normal brake system without the ABS.
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
WARNING■ If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and switch on the hazard warning
lights » page 44 . The warning triangle must be set up at the prescribed dis-
tance - observe the national legal provisions when doing so.■
If the warning light » page 15 is displayed together with warning light
do not continue your journey! Seek help from a specialist garage.
■
A fault to the ABS system or the braking system can increase the vehicle's
braking distance – risk of accident!
Rear fog light
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
The indicator light
comes on when the rear fog light is switched on.
For further information, see » page 44.
Bulb failure
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 14.
The indicator light lights up if a bulb is faulty.
The indicator light lights up within a few seconds after switching on the igni-
tion or when a light with a faulty bulb is switched on.
The following message, for example, may be shown in the MAXI DOT display. INFORMATION Check front right low beam!
The rear side lights and the licence plate lighting have several light bulbs. The in-
dicator light
only lights up if all bulbs in the parking light (in one rear light) or
the licence plate lighting are faulty 1)
. For this reason, regular check that these
light bulbs are working correctly.
Exhaust inspection system
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
If the warning light
lights up, there is a fault in the exhaust inspection system.
The system allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
Glow plug system (diesel engine)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 14.
The indicator light
lights up after the ignition has been switched on. Once the
light has gone out, the engine can be started immediately.
There is a fault in the glow plug system if the warning light
does not come on
at all or lights up continuously .
If the warning light
begins to flash while driving, a fault exists in the engine
control. The system allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.
1)
Applies to vehicles with START-STOP system.
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Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
Engine performance check (petrol engine)First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 14.
If the warning light lights up, there is a fault in the engine control. The system
allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
Diesel particle filter (diesel engine)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
The diesel particulate filter separates the soot particles from the exhaust. The
soot particles collect in the diesel particulate filter where they are burnt on a reg-
ular basis.
If the indicator light
lights up, soot has accumulated in the filter.
To clean the filter, and where traffic conditions permit »
, drive as follows for at
least 15 minutes or until the indicator light
goes out.
› 4 or 5 Gear engaged (automatic transmission: position S).
› Vehicle speed at least 70 km/h.
› Engine speed between 1800-2500 rpm.
If the filter is properly cleaned, the warning icon
goes out.
If the filter is not properly cleaned, the warning light
does not go out and the
warning light
begins to flash.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Diesel particulate filter: Log book!
The system allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode. After switching the ig-
nition off and on again the indicator light, the indicator light
also lights up.
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
WARNING■ The diesel particle filter achieves very high temperatures. Therefore do not
park in areas where the hot filter can come into direct contact with dry grass
or other combustible materials – there is the risk of fire!■
Always adjust your speed to suit weather, road, region and traffic condi-
tions. The recommendations indicated by the warning light must not tempt
you to disregard the national regulations for road traffic.
CAUTION
■ As long as the warning light lights up, one must take into account an in-
creased fuel consumption and in certain circumstances a power reduction of the
engine.■
Using diesel fuel with increased sulphur content can significantly reduce the
service life of the diesel particle filter. A ŠKODA Partner will be able to tell you
which countries use diesel fuel with increased sulphur content.
Note
■ To assist the combustion process of the soot particles in the filter, we recom-
mend that regularly driving short distances be avoided.■
If the engine is turned off during the filter cleaning process or shortly after-
wards, the cooling fan may turn on automatically for a few minutes.
Fuel reserve
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 14.
The indicator light will come on if the fuel level is less than 7 litres.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Please refuel. Range: ... km
Note
The text in the display goes out only after refuelling and driving a short distance.
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Airbag systemFirst read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 14.
If the warning light lights up, there is a fault in the airbag system.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Error: Airbag
The operational capability of the airbag system is monitored electronically, includ-
ing when one of the airbags is switched off.
If a front, side or head airbag or belt tensioner has been switched off using thevehicle system tester:
› The indicator light
lights up for around 4 seconds after the ignition is switch-
ed on and then flashes for around 12 seconds.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Airbag/belt tensioner deactivated.
If the air bag was switched off using the key-operated switch on the side of the
dash panel on the passenger side:
› The indicator light
comes on for around 4 seconds after the ignition has been
switched on.
› Switched off airbags are indicated by the indicator light
in the
logo lighting up in the middle of the dash panel » Fig. 123 on page 140.
WARNINGIf there is a fault, have the airbag system checked immediately by a specialist
garage. Otherwise, there is a risk of the airbag not being activated in the
event of an accident.
Tyre inflation pressure
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
The indicator light
lights up , if there is a substantial drop in inflation pressure
in one of the tyres. Check and adjust the pressure in all tyres » page 175.
If the indicator light
flashes , there is a fault in the system.
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
Further information » page 178, Tyre pressure monitor .
Note
If the vehicle battery has been disconnected and then reconnected, the indicator
light comes on after switching on the ignition. If the indicator light does not go
out after moving a short distance, this means that there is an error in the system. Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
Windscreen washer fluid level
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 14.
If the windscreen washer fluid level is too low, the warning light
comes on.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Top up wash fluid!
Top up with liquid » page 165, Windscreen washer system .
Turn signal system
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 14.
Either the left
or right
indicator light flashes depending on the position of
the operating lever.
If there is a fault in the turn signal system, the indicator light flashes at twice its
normal rate.
Switching off the hazard warning light system is switched on will cause all of the
turn signal lights as well as both warning lights to flash.
Further information » page 43, Turn signal and main beam .
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Fog lightsFirst read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
The indicator light lights up when the fog lights are switched on.
For further information, see » page 43.
Cruise control system
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
The indicator light
lights up when the cruise control system is active.
For further information, see » page 114.
Selector lever lock
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
If the warning light
lights up, operate the brake pedal. This is necessary, to be
able to move the selector lever from position P or N » page 103 .
Main beam
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 14.
The indicator light
lights up when the main beam or headlamp flasher is
switched on.
For further information, see » page 43.
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Information system
Driver information system
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Using the information system
22
Ice warning
23
Gear recommendation
24
Door, boot or engine compartment warning
24
Compass point display
24
The information system provides the driver with alerts and messages about in-
dividual vehicle systems. This information and advice is shown in the instrument
cluster display or indicated by the illumination of the corresponding indicator light in the instrument cluster.
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the information system provides the fol-
lowing advice and information.
› Ice warning
» page 23.
› Recommended gear
» page 24.
› Door, boot lid or bonnet warning
» page 24.
› Compass display
» page 24.
› Data relating to the multi-function display (MFD)
» page 25.
› Warning against excessive speed
» page 27.
› Data relating to the Maxi DOT display
» page 27.
› Service interval display
» page 28.
› Auto Check Control
» page 13.
› Selector lever positions for an automatic gearbox
» page 102.WARNINGConcentrate fully on your driving at all times! As the driver, you are fully re-
sponsible for the operation of your vehicle.
Using the information system
Fig. 7
Buttons/adjustment wheel: on the operating lever/on the multifunc-
tion steering wheel
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 22.
Some functions of the information system can be operated using the buttons on
the operating lever » Fig. 7 or on the multifunction steering wheel » Fig. 7.
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