Table of Contents
Materials defect liability and ŠKODA warranty for
new cars5
Mobility warranty and ŠKODA extended
warranty
6
Abbreviations
Using the system
Cockpit
9
Overview
8
Instruments and Indicator Lights
10
Instrument cluster
10
Warning lights
14
Information system
23
Driver information system
23
Multifunction display (MFD)
25
MAXI DOT display
28
Service interval display
30
Unlocking and opening
32
Unlocking and locking
32
KESSY
38
Anti-theft alarm system
39
Luggage compartment lid
40
Electric power windows
41
Panorama sliding/tilting roof
44
Lights and visibility
47
Lights
47
Interior lights
53
Visibility
55
Windscreen wipers and washers
56
Rear mirror
58Seats and useful equipment61Front seats61
Front seat functions
64
Head restraints
66
Rear seats
67
Practical equipment
70
Luggage compartment
81
Variable loading floor in the luggage
compartment (Estate)
88
Roof rack system
90
Heating and air-conditioning
91
Heating, ventilation, cooling
91
Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and ventilation)
97
Communication and multimedia
100
General information
100
Universal telephone preinstallation GSM II
103
Universal telephone preinstallation GSM IIl
105
Wi-Fi
109
Voice control
110
Multimedia
113
Driving
Starting-off and Driving
117
Steering
117
Starting and stopping the engine using the
key
118
Starting and stopping the engine - KESSY
120
Brakes
124
Manual gear changing and pedals
125
Automatic transmission
126
Running in
129
Economical driving and environmental
sustainability
130
Water crossing and drive outside paved roads
134
Driving abroad
135Assist systems136Brake assist systems136
OFF ROAD-mode
138
Parking aid
140
Optical Parking Assist (Rear view camera)
141
Park assist
143
Cruise Control System
147
START-STOP
149
Fatigue detection (break recommendation)
151
Towing a trailer
152
Towing device
152
Trailer
156
Safety
Passive Safety
160
General information
160
Correct seated position
161
Seat belts
164
Using seat belts
164
Inertia reels and belt tensioners
167
Airbag system
169
Description of the airbag system
169
Airbag overview
170
Deactivating airbags
175
Transporting children safely
177
Child seat
177
Fastening systems
180
General Maintenance
Vehicle care
182
Service intervals
182
Service work, adjustments and technical alterations
184
Washing your car
1873Table of Contents
Turn signal system21 Fog lights22
Cruise control system
22
Selector lever lock
22
OFF ROADmode
22
Main beam
22
The warning lights indicate certain functions or faults.
Some warning lights can be accompanied by acoustic signals and messages in the
display of the instrument cluster.
After switching on the ignition, some warning lights illuminate briefly as a func-
tion test.
If the tested systems are OK, the corresponding warning lights go out a few sec-
onds after switching on the ignition.
WARNING■ Ignoring illuminated warning lights and related messages or instructions in
the display of the instrument cluster may lead to serious personal injury or
damage to the vehicle.■
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 52 . The warning triangle must be set up at the prescribed dis-
tance - observe the national legal provisions when doing so.
■
The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. The following
warning instructions must be followed at all times when working in the en-
gine compartment » page 199, Engine compartment .
Handbrake
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
The indicator light
comes on if the handbrake is applied.
An acoustic signal will sound if you drive the vehicle above 6 km/h for at least 3
seconds while the handbrake is applied.
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.
If the warning light lights up, the brake fluid level in the brake system is too
low.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Brake fluid: Owner's manual!
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the level of the brake flu-
id » page 206 .
If the warning light
lights up together with the warning light
, there is a
problem with the ABS.
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 52. The warning triangle must be set up at the prescri-
bed distance - 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 199, Engine compartment .
■
If the warning light is displayed simultaneously with warning light
» page 19 , Antilock brake system (ABS) , do not continue your jour-
ney! Seek help from a specialist garage.
■
A fault to 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 warning light
comes on after the ignition is switched on as a reminder for
the driver and front passenger to fasten the seat belt.
The warning light
goes out once the driver or front passenger has fastened
their seat belt.
15Instruments and Indicator Lights
Fog lightsFirst read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
The warning light comes on when the fog lights are operating.
Further information » page 51.
Cruise control system
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
The warning light
comes on when the cruise control is active.
Further information » page 147.
Selector lever lock
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
If the indicator light
lights up, operate the brake pedal.
Further information » page 127, Modes and use of selector lever .
OFF ROADmode
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 14.
When the indicator light
is lit, then the conditions for the engagement of OFF
ROAD mode are met » page 138 .
When the indicator
flashes, it indicates the hill descent assistant is currently
engaged.
Further information » page 138, OFF ROAD-mode .
Main beam
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 14.
The warning light comes on when the main beam is selected or when the
headlight flasher is operated.
Further information » page 49.
22Using the system
Driver steering intervention: Please take over steering!
The parking procedure is terminated due to a driver steering intervention. Park Assist finished. ASR deactivated.
The parking procedure cannot be carried out because the TCS system is deactiva- ted. Activate the TCS.
ASR deactivated. Please take over steering!
The parking procedure was ended because TCS was deactivated during the park-
ing procedure.
Trailer: Park Assist finished.
The parking procedure cannot be carried out because a trailer is hitched. Time limit exceeded. Please take over steering!
The parking procedure was ended because the time limit of 6 minutes was
passed.
Park Assist currently not available.
The system cannot be activated because a fault exists on the vehicle. Seek help
from a specialist garage.
Park Assist ended. System currently not available.
The parking procedure was ended because a fault exists on the vehicle. Seek help
from a specialist garage.
Park Assist faulty. Workshop!
The parking procedure is not possible because a fault exists in the system. Seek help from a specialist garage.
ASR intervention! Please take over steering!
The parking procedure is terminated by a TCS intervention. PARK ASSIST Turn on turn signal and select reverse gear
The prerequisites for manoeuvring out of a parking space using the system have
been met. Switch on the turn signals and shift into reverse.
Automatic space departure not possible. Space too small
The manoeuvring procedure using the system is not possible. The parking gap is too small.
Park Assist Brake interv. Speed too high
The driving speed during the parking procedure was too high - automatic brake
assist is initiated.
Cruise Control System
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Activating/deactivating
148
Storing and maintaining speed
148
Changing the stored speed
148
Switching off temporarily
148
The Cruise Control System (CCS) maintains a set speed, more than 25 km/h, with-
out you having to actuate the accelerator pedal.
This is only possible within the range which is permitted by the power output and
braking power of the engine.
The warning light
illuminates in the instrument cluster when the cruise control
system is switched on.
WARNING■ For safety reasons, the cruise control system must not be used in dense
traffic or on unfavourable road surfaces (such as icy roads, slippery roads,
loose gravel) – risk of accident!■
The saved speed may only be resumed if it is not too high for the current
traffic conditions.
■
Always deactivate the cruise control system after use to prevent the system
being switched on unintentionally.
CAUTION
■ The cruise control system is not able to maintain a constant speed when driving
in areas with steeper gradients. The weight of the vehicle increases the speed at which it travels. In such cases, a lower gear should be engaged or the footbrake
applied.■
It is not possible to switch on the cruise control system if the first gear or re-
verse gear is engaged (Vehicles fitted with a manual transmission)
147Assist systems
■The cruise control system cannot be activated when the selector lever is in po-
sitions P, N or R (vehicles with automatic transmission).■
The cruise control system may automatically switch off when some brake assist
systems (e.g. ESC) intervene, when the maximum permissible engine speed is ex- ceeded, etc.
Activating/deactivating
Fig. 124
Operating lever: Cruise control
system controls
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 147.
Activating
›
Move switch
A
» Fig. 124 into the ON position.
Deactivating
›
Move switch
A
» Fig. 124 into the OFF position.
Storing and maintaining speed
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 147.
›
Activate the cruise control system » page 148.
›
Drive at the desired speed.
›
Push the rocker button
B
into the SET/- » Fig. 124 on page 148 position.
After you have released the rocker button
B
from the SET/- position, the speed
you have just stored is kept constant without having to depress the accelerator.
Changing the stored speed
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 147.
Increasing the speed with the rocker button
B›
Push the rocker button
B
into the RES/+ » Fig. 124 on page 148 position.
If the rocker button is held in the RES/+ position, the speed will increase continu-
ously. Release the rocker button once the desired speed is reached. The set
speed is then stored in the memory.
Decreasing the speed with the rocker button
B
The stored speed can be reduced by pushing the rocker switch
B
into the
SET/- » Fig. 124 on page 148 position.
If the rocker button is pressed and held in the SET/- position, the speed will de-
crease continuously. Release the rocker button once the desired speed is
reached. The set speed is then stored in the memory.
If the rocker button is released at a speed of less than approx. 25 km/h, the speedis not stored and the memory is erased. Once the speed of the vehicle has in-
creased to more than approx. 25 km/h, the speed must then be stored again by
pushing the rocker button
B
into the SET/- position.
Increasing the speed with the accelerator
›
Depress the accelerator pedal.
Releasing the accelerator pedal will cause the speed to drop again to the set
speed.
Decreasing the speed with the brake pedal
The speed can also be reduced by depressing the brake pedal, which temporarily
deactivates the system » page 148.
Switching off temporarily
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 147.
The cruise control system can be temporarily deactivated by pushing the switch
A
» Fig. 124 on page 148 into the spring-mounted CANCEL position or by de-
pressing the brake or clutch pedal.
The set speed remains stored in the memory.
148Driving
Index
A
Abroad Driving abroad
135
Unleaded petrol135
ABS Operation
137
Warning light19
Accessories184
Adaptive headlights (AFS)50
Adjusting Belt height
167
Exterior mirrors59
Head restraints66
Interior mirror59
Seats62
Steering wheel117
Adjusting the headrests
67
Adjusting the seats161
Adjustment Headlight beam
47
Aerial188
See windows191
AFS50
Airbag169
Deactivating175
Deactivating the front passenger airbag176
Deployment169
Front airbag171
Head airbag174
Indicator light21
Knee airbag172
Modifications and damage to the airbag system 186
Side airbag
173
Airbag system169
Air conditioning Climatronic95
manual air conditioning94
Recirculation93
Air conditioning system Air outlets
92
Air outlets92
Alarm Switching off
39
Triggering39
Anti-theft alarm system Activating/deactivating
39
Trailer159
Antilock brake system (ABS)137
Armrest Front
65
Artificial leather194
Ashtray74
ASR warning light
18
Assistence systems OFF ROAD-mode
138
Assist systems136
ABS19, 137
ASR18
Cruise Control System147
DSR137
EDL137
ESC18, 136
HBA137
HHC138
Park assist143
Parking aid140
START-STOP149
TCS137
Auto Check Control13
Automatic driving lamp control49
Automatic gearbox Manual shifting of gears
127
Selector lever-emergency unlocking233
Starting-off and driving128
Tiptronic127
Automatic load deactivation210
Automatic transmission126
Kickdown128
Malfunction128
Selector lever lock127
Using the selector lever127
Auxiliary heating and ventilation System settings
98
auxiliary heating and ventilations Switching on and off directly
98
Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and ventila- tion)
97
Radio remote control99
B
Ball head Check fitting
155
Ball rod installing
154
Ready position153
removing155
Bar with sliding hook84
Battery In the remote control key
231
Belts164
Belt tensioners168
Bonnet Closing
200
Opening200
Boot Class N1 vehicles
88
see Boot lid41
Boot lid41
Automatic locking41
Warning light17
Brake information messages
15
warning light15
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Counter for distance driven13
Cruise control system Activating/deactivating
148
Changing the stored speed148
Storing and maintaining speed148
Switching off temporarily148
Warning light22
Cruise Control System147
Cupholders73
D
DAY LIGHT see Daylight running lights
48
Daylight running lights48
De-icing the windscreen and rear window55
Deactivating an airbag175
Decorative films190
Delayed locking of the boot lid see Boot lid
41
Diesel refer to Fuel
198
diesel - particulate filter
20
Diesel fuel Operation in winter
198
Diesel particulate filter warning light
20
Digital Clock Time
13
Dipstick203
Disconnecting and reconnecting vehicle battery
210
Display12
Compass points25
Coolant temperature11
Correct gear changes24
Fuel supply12
Service intervals30
Display of the second speed13
Distance driven13
Door Child safety lock
37
Closing37
Emergency locking233
Emergency locking the driver's door232
Opening37
warning light door open16
Door open warning light
16
Driver Steering Recommendation (DSR)137
Driving Abroad
135
Emissions244
Fording water on roads134
Fuel consumption244
Maximum speed247
on unpaved roads135
driving away from paved roads135
Driving economically Economical gear changing
131
Driving with a trailer157
DSR137
DVD-preinstallation116
E
Economical driving
130
Ballast132
Driving at full throttle131
Idling131
Looking ahead130
Regular maintenance132
Saving energy133
Short distances132
Tyre inflation pressure132
EDL Operation
137
Electrical power windows43
Button in the driver's door41, 42
Button in the rear doors43
Operational faults44
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL)137
Electronic immobiliser119
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)136
emergency replace battery in the remote control
231
Emergency Activation of the sliding/tilting roof
234
Changing a wheel221
Hazard warning light system52
Jump-starting226, 227
Locking the door without a locking cylinder233
Locking the driver's door232
Selector lever-unlocking233
Sliding/tilting roof234
Start engine - KESSY123
Switching off the ignition –KESSY123
Towing the using the tow hitch230
Towing the vehicle228
Tyre repair224
Unlocking the driver's door232
Unlocking the tailgate233
emergency equipment reflective vest
219
Emergency equipment First aid kit
219
Jack220
Vehicle tool kit220
Warning triangle219
Emissions244
Engine Running in
129
Engine compartment199
Brake fluid206
Coolant205
Overview201
Vehicle battery207
engine oil information messages
17
warning light17
253Index