Wheel boltsFirst read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 220.
Wheels and wheel bolts are matched to each other in terms of design. Each time
you fit other wheels rims, e.g. light alloy wheel rims or wheels with winter tyres,
you must also use the matching wheel bolts with the correct length and dome
shape. The right fastening of wheels depends on this.
Winter operation
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Winter tyres
226
Snow chains
226
Winter tyres
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 226.
Fitting winter tyres will significantly improve the handling of your vehicle whendriving in wintry road conditions. Summer tyres have less grip on ice, snow and attemperatures below 7 °C. This is especially true of vehicles fitted with wide tyres
or high-speed tyres .
In order to achieve the best possible handling properties, winter tyres must be fit-
ted on all 4 wheels, the minimum tread depth must be 4 mm and tyres must be no older than 4 years.
Winter tyres of a lower speed category can be used provided that the permissible
maximum speed of these tyres is not exceeded even if the possible maximum
speed of the vehicle is higher.
The speed limit for winter tyres can be set in the MAXI DOT display in the menu
item Winter tyres » page 29 .
For the sake of the environmentFit the summer tyres on again in good time as they provide better handling prop-
erties, a shorter braking distance, less tyre noise, and reduced tyre wear on roadswhich are free of snow and ice as well as at temperatures above 7 °C. The fuelconsumption is also lower.
Snow chains
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 226.
When driving in wintry road conditions, snow chains improve not only traction,
but also the braking performance.
Snow chains must only be mounted on the front wheels.
For technical reasons, it is only permissible to fit snow chains with the following wheel/tyre combinations.
Wheel sizeDepth (D)Tyre size7J x 16 a)45 mm205/556J x 16 a)50 mm205/556J x 1745 mm205/50a)
Not valid for vehicles with 3.6 l/191 kW FSI engine.
Only use fine-link snow chains . They must not project more than 9 mm - includ-
ing the chain lock.
CAUTION
■ The chains must be removed when driving on roads which are free of snow.
They adversely affect the handling of your vehicle, damage the tyres and are rap-
idly destroyed.■
Remove the full wheel trims before installing the snow chains.
226General Maintenance
›Insert the adapter B
» Fig. 182 with its toothed side fully into the inner tooth-
ing of the safety wheel bolt A until the stop so that only the outer hexagon is
jutting out.›
Push the wheel wrench onto the adapter
B
up to the stop.
›
Loosen or tighten the wheel bolt » page 230.
›
After removing the adapter replace the cap on the anti-theft wheel bolt.
›
Have the tightening torque checked with a torque wrench as soon as possible.
Note
■
Make a note of the code number hammered into the rear side of the adapter or
the rear side of the anti-theft wheel bolt. This number can be used to purchase a
replacement adapter from ŠKODA Original Parts if necessary.■
We recommend that you always carry the adapter for the wheel bolts with you
in the vehicle. It should be stowed in the vehicle tool kit.
■
The anti-theft wheel bolt set and adapter can be purchased from a ŠKODA Part-
ner.
Tyre repair
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Breakdown kit
233
Preparations for using the breakdown kit
233
Sealing and inflating the tyre
233
Check after 10 minutes' driving
234
Use the breakdown kit to reliably repair tyre damage caused by foreign bodies or
a puncture with diameters up to approx. 4 mm.
A repair made using the breakdown kit is never intended to replace a permanent
repair on the tyre. Its purpose is to get you to the nearest specialist garage.
The wheel must not be removed during repair.Do not remove foreign bodies , e.g. screws or nails, from the tyre.
The breakdown kit must not be used under the following circumstances. › There is damage to the rim.
› The outside temperature is less than -20 °C.
› The tears or punctures are greater than 4 mm in size.
›
There is damage to the tyre wall.
› Driving with very low tyre pressure or with a completely flat tyre.
› If the use-by-date (see inflation bottle) has passed.WARNING■
A tyre filled with sealant has the same driving characteristics as a standard
tyre.■
Do not travel faster than 80 km/h.
■
Avoid accelerating at full throttle, sharp braking and fast cornering.
■
Check the tyre pressure after driving for 10 minutes.
■
The sealant is hazardous to heath. Remove immediately if it comes into con-
tact with the skin.
For the sake of the environment
Used sealant or sealant whose expiry date has passed must be disposed of in ac- cordance with environmental protection regulations.
Note
■ Observe the manufacturer's usage instructions for the breakdown kit.■A new bottle of sealant can be purchased from ŠKODA Original Parts.■
Immediately replace the tyre that was repaired using the breakdown kit, or con-
sult a specialist garage about repair options.
232Do-it-yourself
Storage compartments74
Storage compartment under the passenger seat81
Storage pockets on the front seats82
Storing skis83
Sun screen60
Sun screen in the rear doors61
Sun visors60
Switch see Ignition
132
Switching lights on and off51
Switching off the engine see KESSY
136
Switching off the ignition see KESSY
136
Switching on the ignition see KESSY
135
T
Tailgate TwinDoor
40
Taking care of the vehicle Natural leather
202
Seat belts203
Taking care of your vehicle Automatic car wash system
197
Cavity protection200
Chrome parts199
Cleaning the wheels201
Decorative films199
Door lock cylinders200
Headlight lenses200
High-pressure cleaner197
Plastic parts199
Polishing the paintwork198
Rubber seals199
Taking care of the interior201
Taking care of your vehicle exterior198
Washing196
Washing by hand197
Wash system197
Wax treatment198
Taking care of your vehicles Fabric covers
203
TCS Operation
151
Technical data252
Telephone113, 115
Tilting roof see Electric sliding/tilting roof
47
Tiptronic141
Tools228
TOP TETHER190
Towing236
Towing a trailer162
Towing device Description
162
Drawbar load162
Use and care165
Towing eye Front
237
Rear238
Towing protection39
Traction Control System (TCS)151
Trailer162, 165
13-pin power socket166
driving with a trailer166
Loading165
Safety eye166
Trailer stabilisation167
Transport Luggage compartment
84
Roof rack system96
Transporting children safely186
Turn signal53
Twindoor see boot lid
40
Two-way radio systems110
Type plate252
Tyre load-bearing capacity See Wheels222
Tyre pressure monitor Setting
223
Tyre repair Check pressure
234
Preparations233
Sealing and inflating the tyre233
Tyres220
Inflation pressure221
New222
See Wheels222
Sizes221
Tyre wear indicator221
U
Umbrella Tray
82
Underbody protection201
Unleaded petrol148
Unlock Remote control
33
Vehicle key33
Unlocking Individual settings
35
KESSY34
Unlocking and locking32
Useful equipment Ashtray
77
Car park ticket holder75
Cigarette lighter77
Clothes hook81
Cup holders76
Glasses storage box80
Removable ski bag84
Seat backrest with long-cargo channel83
Storage compartment in the front centre console 76
Storage compartment on the driver's side
75
Storage compartments in the doors75
Using the information system23
267Index
Using the selector lever140
V
Variable loading floor
92
Dividing the luggage compartment92
Remove92
slides off on aluminium rails92
Vehicle battery Automatic load deactivation
218
charging217
Checking the battery electrolyte level217
Cover216
Disconnecting and reconnecting218
Operation in winter217
Replace218
Safety instructions215
Vehicle care Alcantara
202
Artificial leather202
Cloths202
Vehicle Condition see Auto Check Control
13
Vehicle data sticker252
Vehicle dimensions254
Vehicle height254
vehicle identification number - VIN252
Vehicle key lock
33
unlock33
Vehicle length254
Vehicle tool kit228
Vehicle width254
Visibility59
Visors see Sun screen
60
see Sun visors60
W
Warning lights
14
Warning triangle227
Warranty5
Washing191
Automatic car wash system197
by hand197
Chrome parts199
High-pressure cleaner197
Water Driving through
148
Wax treatment See Taking care of your vehicle
198
Weights252
Wheel bolts Anti-theft wheel bolt
231
Caps225
Loosening and tightening230
Wheel rims220
Wheels Bolts
226
Changing229
Full trim225
General information220
Load index222
Replacing wheels221
Service life of tyres221
Snow chains226
Spare wheel224
Speed symbol223
Storing wheels221
Tyre pressure221
Tyre sizes221
Tyre wear indicator221
Unidirectional tyres223
Winter tyres226
Wheels and tyres Hubcaps
225
Wi-Fi119
Window convenience operation46
Windows200
Deicing200
See electric power windows44
Windscreen Deicing200
Heater59
Windscreen washer fluid Checking
209
Replenishing209
Warning light21
Winter209
Windscreen washers Windscreen washers
62
Windscreen washer system209
Windscreen wiper Replacing the rear window wiper blade
243
Windscreen wipers Operating
62
Replacing the windscreen wiper blades243
Windscreen washer fluid209
Windscreen wipers and washers61
Windshield wiper alternative parking position of the rear wind- screen wiper
63
Winter Deicing windows
200
Winter operation226
Snow chains226
Winter tyres226
Winter tyres See Wheels
226
WLAN119
MAXI DOT120
Network connection119
Switching off119
Switching on119
268Index