
Brake fluid167Vehicle battery168
Wheels
172
Tyres and wheel rims
172
Winter operation
178
Do-it-yourself
Emergency equipment and self-help
179
Emergency equipment
179
Changing a wheel
180
Tyre repair
184
Jump-starting
186
Towing the vehicle
188
Fuses and light bulbs
191
Fuses
191
Bulbs
194
Technical data
Technical data
199
Vehicle data
199
Index
4Table of Contents

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 164.
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 164.
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 45 .
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 remains lit 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 166,
and refill the coolant if necessary » page 167.
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 193, 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, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning
light system » page 45.■
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.
22Operation

Headlight beam adjustmentFig. 22
Dash panel: Lights and visibility
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 41.
Turning the rotary switch » Fig. 22 from position
to
gradually adjusts the
headlight beam thereby shortening the beam of light.
The positions of the rotary switch correspond approximately to the following
car load.
Front seats occupied, boot empty.
All seats occupied, boot empty.
All seats occupied, boot loaded.
Driver seat occupied, boot loaded.
WARNINGAlways adjust the headlight beam to satisfy the following conditions.■The vehicle does not dazzle other road users, especially oncoming vehicles.■
The beam range is sufficient for safe driving.
Note
We recommend you adjust the headlight beam when the low beam is switched
on.
Daylight running lights (DAY LIGHT)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 41.
Switching on daytime running lights
›
Turn the light switch to position 0 » Fig. 21 on page 41.
Activating/deactivating the daytime running lights function
›
Activate and deactivate the daytime running lights by fitting/removing the fuse
with the appropriate ampere rating for daytime running lights » page 192,
Fuses in the dash panel .
Deactivating on vehicles with the START-STOP system
›
Switch off the ignition.
›
At the same time, pull the turn signal light stalk » Fig. 23 on page 43 towards
the steering wheel, push it downwards, and hold it in this position.
›
Switch on the ignition - wait until the left-turn signal light flashes 4x.
›
Switch off the ignition - an audible signal sounds which confirms the deactiva- tion of the daylight driving lights.
›
Release the turn signal stalk.
Activating on vehicles with the START-STOP system
›
Switch off the ignition.
›
At the same time, pull the turn signal light stalk » Fig. 23 on page 43 towards
the steering wheel, push it upwards, and hold it in this position.
›
Switch on the ignition - wait until the right-turn signal light flashes 4x.
›
Switch off the ignition - an audible signal sounds which confirms the activation
of the daylight driving lights.
›
Release the turn signal stalk.
On vehicles with separate lights for daylight driving lights in the fog lights or in
the front bumper, the parking lights and the licence plate light do not come on
when activating the function daylight driving lights (neither front nor rear).
If the vehicle is not equipped with separate lights for daylight driving lights, the
combination of the low beam, the parking lights (front and rear) including the li-
cence plate light is used as daylight driving lights.
Note
The daytime driving lights also serve as parking lights on vehicles with separate
lights for daylight driving lights (in the bumper below the main headlights).
42Operation

Close air outlet vents 3 and 4›Turn the vertical wheel (air vents 3) » Fig. 80 or the horizontal wheel (air outlet
nozzles 4) to the 0 position.
Change air flow of air outlet vents 3 and 4›
In order to change the strength of the air flow, swivel the horizontal lamellas with the aid of the moveable adjuster » Fig. 80.
›
In order to change the lateral direction of the air flow, swivel the vertical lamel-
las with the aid of the moveable adjuster.
Set the air supply to the individual vents with the air distribution control
C
» Fig. 81 on page 79.
Note
Do not cover the air outlet vents with objects of any kind.
Using the air conditioning system economically
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 77.
The air conditioning system compressor uses power from the engine when in
cooling mode, which will affect the fuel consumption.
It recommended to open the windows or the doors of a vehicle for which the inte-rior has been strongly heated through the effect of direct sunlight in order to al-
low the heated air to escape.
The cooling system should not be switched on if the windows are open.
For the sake of the environment
Pollutant emissions are also lower when fuel is being saved » page 104.
Operational problems
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 77.
If the cooling system does not operate at outside temperatures higher than +5 °C,
there is a problem in the system. The reasons for this may be.
› One of the fuses has blown. Check the fuse and replace if necessa-
ry » page 191 .
› The cooling system has switched off automatically for a short time because the
coolant temperature of the engine is too hot » page 11.
If you are not able to resolve the operational problem yourself, or if the cooler
output has reduced, switch off the cooling system and seek assistance from a
specialist garage.
Heating
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Operation
79
Setting
79
Recirculated air mode
80
78Operation

Note■After coupling the trailer and connecting up the power socket, check the rear
lights on the trailer to ensure they work.■
If there is an error in the trailer lighting system, check the fuses in the fuse box
in the dashboard » page 192.
■
If you tow a trailer frequently, you should also have your car inspected between
service intervals.
■
The handbrake on the towing vehicle must be applied when coupling and un-
coupling the trailer.
Anti-theft alarm system
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 120.
When the vehicle is locked, the alarm is activated as soon as the electrical con- nection to the trailer is interrupted.
Always switch off the anti-theft alarm system before a trailer is coupled or uncou- pled » page 35 .
Conditions for including a trailer in the anti-theft alarm system. The vehicle is factory-fitted with an anti-theft alarm system and towingequipment.
The trailer is electrically connected to the towing vehicle by means of the
trailer socket.
The electrical system of the vehicle and trailer is functional. The vehicle is locked with the vehicle key and the anti-theft alarm system isactivated.
Note
For technical reasons, trailers with rear LED lights cannot be connected to the an-
ti-theft alarm system.
122Driving

Fuses and light bulbs
Fuses
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Fuses in the dash panel
192
Fuses in the engine compartment
193
Individual electrical circuits are protected by fuses.
› Before replacing a fuse, switch off the ignition and the appropriate consumer
› Find out which fuse belongs to the component that is not operat-
ing » page 192 , Fuses in the dash panel or » page 193 , Fuses in the engine
compartment .
› Take the plastic clip out of its fixture in the cover of the fuse box, place it on the
relevant fuse and pull it out.
› A blown fuses is recognisable by the molten metal strip. Replace the faulty fuse
with a new one of the same amperage.
Fuse colourMaximum amperagelight brown5dark brown7.5red10blue15yellow20white25green30WARNINGAlways read and observe the warnings before completing any work in the en-
gine compartment » page 159, Engine compartment .CAUTION■
“Never repair” fuses or replace them with a fuse of a higher amperage – there is
a risk of fire. This may also cause damage at another part of the electrical system.■
If a newly inserted fuse blows again after a short time, have the electrical sys-
tem checked as quickly as possible by a specialist garage.
Note
■ We recommend always carrying replacement fuses in the vehicle. A box of re-
placement fuses can be purchased from ŠKODA Original Accessories.■
There can be multiple power consuming devices for one fuse.
■
There can be multiple power consuming devices for one fuse depending on the
vehicle model.
■
A single consumer may use several fuses.
■
Multiple power consuming devices can share a single fuse.
191Fuses and light bulbs

Fuses in the dash panelFig. 153
Underside of the dash panel:
Distribution board cover.
Fig. 154
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 191.
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. 153.
› 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.Consumer1S-contact2START-STOP, air-conditioning system3Instrument cluster, headlamp beam adjustmentNo.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 192Do-it-yourself

No.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
Fuses in the engine compartmentFig. 155
Vehicle battery: Distribution board cover.
Fig. 156
Schematic representation of
fuse box in engine compartment
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 191.
› Press the securing clips on the fuse box cover together at the same time in the
direction of arrow
A
» Fig. 155 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.Consumer1Alternator2Not assigned3Interior4Electrical auxiliary heating system 193Fuses and light bulbs