2014 SKODA CITIGO warning lights

 Handbrake - automatic transmission38 Brake pedal (automatic transmission)38


Turn signal system
38
 Cruise control system
38
 Main beam
38
/ Safety belt (belt status display) - rear seat
38

City Safe Drive
39
 / 
START-STOP
39
The warning lights indicate certain functions or faults.
The lighting up of some warning lights may be accompanied by acoustic sig-
nals.
After switching on the ignition, some warning lights light up briefly as a func-
tion test.
If the tested systems are OK, the corresponding warning lights extinguishes
for a few seconds after switching on the ignition or after starting the engine.
WARNING■ Ignoring light-up indicator lamps in the instrument cluster and the control
symbols in the display may cause serious injury or damage to the vehicle.■
If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe
distance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard
warning light system » page 50. The warning triangle is set up at the pre-
scribed distance - 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 107, Engine compartment .
 Handbrake
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
The warning light 
illuminates if the handbrake is applied. An audible warn-
ing is also given if you drive the vehicle for at least 3 seconds at a speed of
more than 6 km/h.
Braking system
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
The indicator light 
illuminates if the brake fluid level in the braking system
is too low or there is a fault in the ABS.
›
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the level of the brake flu-
id » page 113 » .
WARNING■
If the warning light  illuminates together with the warning light
 » page 37 ,  Antilock brake system (ABS) ,  stop driving! Seek help
from a specialist garage.■
A fault to the ABS system or the braking system can increase the vehi-
cle's braking distance – risk of accident!
 Seat belt warning light
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
The warning light 
illuminates as a reminder for the driver and front passen-
ger to fasten seat belts.
The indicator light 
goes off after the respective seat belt has been fastened.
If the driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt and the vehicle
speed is more than 20 km/h, the warning light 
flashes and you will hear an
acoustic signal.
The warning signal is switched off and the indicator light  is
permanently il-
luminated if the driver and front passenger have not fastened their seat belts
within the next 90 seconds.
Further information » page 11, Seat belts .
 Alternator
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
The warning light 
illuminates when the engine is running but the vehicle
battery is not charging.
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately. 
34Using the system

CAUTIONIf in addition to the symbol  the symbol  » page 35 illuminates while driv-
ing,  stop driving - risk of engine damage! Switch off the engine and seek as-
sistance from a specialist garage.
 Engine oil
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
When the warning light  is
illuminated or is flashing , the engine oil pressure
is too low.
An audible signal sounds as a warning.
›
Stop the vehicle and switch the engine off if the warning light does not ex-
tinguish or if it begins to flash while you are driving.
›
Check the oil level and top up with engine oil if necessary
» page 110, Check-
ing the oil level .
If the oil level is within the specified range and the warning light illuminates
or blinks again after the engine is started,  do not continue driving! Switch
off the engine and seek assistance from a specialist garage.
CAUTION
■ The red oil pressure light  is not an oil level indicator! One should there-
fore check the oil level at regular intervals, preferably after every refuelling
stop.■
 Stop driving if for some reason it is not possible to top up the engine oil
under the current conditions. Switch off the engine and seek assistance from a
specialist garage.
 Coolant
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
If the warning light 
illuminates or flashes , either the coolant temperature is
too high or the coolant level is too low.
An audible signal sounds as a warning tone.
›
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the coolant lev-
el » page 112 , Checking the coolant level .
›
If the coolant level is too low, add coolant to the reservoir » page 112.
Do not continue if for some reason it is not possible to fill with coolant under
the current circumstances! This can cause serious engine damage. Therefore,
switch the engine off and seek help from a specialist garage.
If the coolant is within the specified range, the increased temperature may be
caused by an operating problem at the radiator fan.›
Switch off the ignition.
›
Check the fuse for the radiator fan, replace if necessary » page 137, Fuses in
the engine compartment .
If the coolant level and fan fuse are OK and the warning light 
illuminates
again after switching on the ignition, 
stop driving!
Seek help from a specialist garage.
WARNING■ Carefully open the coolant expansion bottle. If the engine is hot, the cool-
ing 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 - a danger of injury is present!
CAUTION
■ Additional headlights and other attached components in front of the air inlet
impair the cooling efficiency of the coolant.■
Never cover the radiator - there is a risk of the engine overheating.
  Automated transmission
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
Warning light 
If the warning light 
illuminates and a beep sounds, then there is a fault to
the automated transmission. 
Do not drive the vehicle! Switch off the engine
and seek assistance from a specialist garage.
Warning light 
If the warning light 
illuminates and no gear change is possible, there may
be technical reasons for why the functionality of the automatic transmission is
limited.
›
Stop the car, turn the ignition off and on again. 
35Instruments and control lights

NoteIf the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the warning
light  illuminates after switching on the ignition. If the warning light  does
not extinguish after moving a short distance, this means there is an error in
the system. Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
Antilock brake system (ABS)
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
If the warning light 
is illuminated , there is a fault in the ABS.
The vehicle will only be braked by the normal brake system without the ABS.
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
In the event of an ABS fault, the other braking and stabilization systems are
turned off » page 84, Braking and stabilisation systems .
WARNING■
A fault to the ABS system or the braking system can increase the vehi-
cle's braking distance – risk of accident!■
If the ABS warning light 
together with the indicator light 
» page 34
lights, 
do not continue to drive! Seek help from a specialist garage.
 Tyre pressure
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
The warning light 
is illuminated
If the warning light 
illuminates while driving, it means one of the tyres has
undergone a pressure change.
An audible signal sounds as a warning.
›
Immediately reduce speed and avoid sudden steering and braking manoeu-
vres.
›
Stop the vehicle, turn the ignition off and check the tyres and their inflation
pressures » page 118 .
›
Correct the tyre pressure if necessary or replace the affected
wheel » page 124 or use the repair kit » page 127.
›
Save the tyre pressure values in the system » page 92.
The indicator light  flashes for about 1 min. and remains illuminated
If the warning light  flashes for approximately 1 minute and stays illumina-
ted, there may be a fault in the tyre pressure monitoring system.›
Stop the vehicle, turn the ignition off and start the engine again.
If the warning light 
flashes again after the engine has started, there is a
system error.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
The following reasons can explain the warning light 
being illuminated.
› The vehicle is loaded on one side. Distribute loads as evenly as possible.
› The wheels of one axle are loaded more heavily (e.g. when towing a trailer or
when driving uphill or downhill).
› Snow chains are mounted.
› A wheel has been changed.
Save the tyre pressure values in the system » page 92.
CAUTION
Under certain circumstances (e.g. sporty style of driving, wintry or unpaved
roads) the warning light  in the instrument cluster can be delayed or does
not light up at all.
Note
If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the warning
light  illuminates after switching on the ignition. If the indicator light does
not extinguish after moving a short distance, this means that there is an error
in the system. Seek help from a specialist garage.
 Rear fog light
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
The warning light 
illuminates when the rear fog light is switched on.
 Exhaust inspection system
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
If the warning light 
illuminates , 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.
37Instruments and control lights

 Engine performance checkRead and observe
on page 34 first.
If the indicator light 
illuminates , 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.
 Airbag system
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
Monitoring the airbag system
If the warning light does not go out for some seconds after the ignition has
been switched on or illuminates while you are driving, there is a fault in the
system »
. This also applies if the warning light does not come on when the
ignition is switched on.
The operational capability of the airbag system is monitored electronically, in-
cluding when one of the airbags is switched off.
One of the airbags or a belt tensioner has been disabled by the diagnostic
tool
› The warning light

illuminates for approx. 4 seconds after switching on the
ignition and then flashes again for approx. 12 seconds afterwards.
The front passenger airbag has been disabled with the key switch
› The warning light

illuminates for a few seconds when the ignition is
switched on;
› The deactivated airbag is indicated by the illumination of the warning light




 in the middle of the dash panel
» page 18, Deactivating
the front passenger airbag .
WARNINGWhen a fault in the airbag system occurs, there is a risk of the system not
being triggered in the event of an accident. Therefore, this must be
checked immediately by a specialized garage.
 Handbrake - automatic transmission
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
If the warning light 
illuminates or blinks, engage the handbrake.
Further information » page 80, Automated transmission .
 Brake pedal (automatic transmission)
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
If the warning light 
illuminates , operate the brake pedal.
Further information » page 80, Automated transmission .
  Turn signal system
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
Either the left  or right
 indicator light
flashes depending on the position of
the control lever.
If there is a fault in the turn signal system, the warning 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.
 Cruise control system
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
The warning light 
illuminates when the cruise control is active.
 Main beam
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
The warning light 
illuminates when the main beam or the headlight flasher
is operated.
/ Safety belt (belt status display) - rear seat
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
After switching on the ignition, illumination takes place in the display of the
instrument cluster for 30 s of the symbols  or
 . 
38Using the system

Unlocking / locking with the remote control keyFig. 25
Remote control key
Read and observe and on page 40 first.
Function and description of the remote control key » Fig. 25
Unlocking the vehicle
Locking the vehicle
Unlocking the boot lid
Button for the extension / retraction of the key
Warning light
Unlocking the vehicle
The turn signal lights flash twice as confirmation that the vehicle has been un-
locked.
If you unlock the vehicle and do not open a door or the boot lid within the next
30 seconds, the vehicle will lock again automatically and the safelock system
will be switched on 1)
. This function is intended to prevent the car being un-
locked unintentionally.
Locking the vehicle
The turn signal lights flash once as confirmation that the vehicle has been
locked.
If the doors or the luggage compartment lid remain open after the vehicle has
been locked, the turn signal lights do not flash until they have been closed.
Unlocking / locking the tailgate
By pressing the symbol key  for about 1 s, only the boot lid is unlocked.
The lid is locked » page 44 by closing.
ABChecking the battery condition
If the red indicator light B » Fig. 25 does not flash when you press a button on
the remote control key, the battery is empty. Replace the battery » page 133.
CAUTION
■
The operation of the remote control may temporarily be affected by signal in-
terference from transmitters close to the car and which operate in the same
frequency range.■
Only operate the remote control when the doors and luggage compartment
lid are closed and the vehicle is in your line of sight.
■
The operating range of the remote control key is approx. 30 m. But this range
of the remote control can be reduced if the batteries are weak.
Opening/closing a door
Fig. 26
Door handle/door opening lever:
Read and observe
and on page 40 first.
Opening from the outside
›
Unlock the vehicle.
›
Pull on door handle
A
» Fig. 26 on the door you wish to open.
Opening from the inside
›
Pull on door opening lever
B
of the respective door and push the door away
from you.
Closing from the inside
›
Grasp pull handle
C
and close the door. 
1)
This function only applies to certain countries.
41Unlocking and opening

Lights and visibility
Lights
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Operation of the light function
48
Daylight running lights (DAY LIGHT)
49
Turn signal and main beam
49
Fog lights
50
Rear fog light
50
Hazard warning light system
50
Parking light
51
Driving abroad
51
Unless otherwise stated, the lights only work when the ignition is on.
The arrangement of the controls right-hand drive models may differ from the layout shown in » Fig. 35 on page 48 . The symbols which mark the positions
of the controls are identical.
WARNING■ The activation of the lights should only be undertaken in accordance with
national legal requirements.■
The driver is always responsible for the correct settings and use of the
lights.
■
Never drive with only the side lights on! The side lights are not bright
enough to light up the road sufficiently in front of you or to be seen by oth-
er oncoming traffic. Therefore always switch on the low beam when it is
dark or if visibility is poor.
Note
■ The instruments are also illuminated when the side light or low beam light is
switched on.■
The headlights may mist up temporarily. When the driving lights are switched
on, the light outlet surfaces are free from mist after a short period, although
the headlight lenses may still be misted up in the peripheral areas. This mist
has no influence on the life of the lighting system.
Operation of the light functionFig. 35
Light switch / Knob for headlamp beam adjustment
Read and observe
on page 48 first.
Switching lights on and off
Depending on the equipment configuration, the light switch » Fig. 35 -
 can
be moved to the following positions.
Turn switch Switching off lights (except daytime running lights)
Switching on the parking light or parking light » page 51
Turn on the low beam
Pull switch Switch on the front fog lamp » page 50
Switching on the rear fog light » page 50
 Headlight range control
Turning the rotary switch » Fig. 35 -
 from the position
 to
 gradually ad-
justs the headlight range control and shortens the light cone.
The positions of the width of illumination correspond approximately to the fol- lowing car load.
Front seats occupied, boot empty
All seats occupied, boot empty
All seats occupied, boot loaded
Driver seat occupied, boot loaded 
48Using the system

We recommend you adjust the headlight beam when the low beam is switched
on.WARNINGAlways adjust the headlight beam to meet the following conditions.■The vehicle does not dazzle other road users, especially oncoming vehi-
cles.■
The beam range is sufficient for safe driving.
CAUTION
If leaving the vehicle without wanting to use the parking lights, always turn
the light switch to position .
Note
If the light switch is in the position , the ignition key is removed and the
driver's door is open, an audible warning signal will sound. The audible warning
signal is switched off by means of the door contact when the driver's door is
closed, however the side lights remain on to illuminate the parked vehicle if
necessary.
Daylight running lights (DAY LIGHT)
Read and observe
on page 48 first.
The daytime running lights function provides the lighting of the front area ofthe vehicle.
The daytime running lights are switched on automatically if the following
conditions are met.
The ignition is switched on.
The light switch is in position 
» Fig. 35 on page 48 .
When the daytime running lights are switched on, the lighting of the instru-
ment cluster is switched on.
WARNINGWhen the daytime running light is switched on, the side lights (neither at
the front or rear) and the number plate lights are not illuminated. Therefore
always switch on the low beam when the visibility is poor.Turn signal and main beamFig. 36
Operating lever: Turn signal and
main beam operation
Read and observe on page 48 first.
Lever positions » Fig. 36
Switch on right turn signal
Switch on left turn signal
Switch on high beam (spring-loaded position)
Switching off main beam / switching on headlamp flasher (spring-loaded
position)
Main beam
The main beam can only be switched on when the low beam lights are on.
The warning light  illuminates in the instrument cluster when the high beam
is switched on.
Headlight flasher
The headlight flasher system can also be operated if the ignition is switched
off.
The instrument cluster warning light  illuminates when the headlight flasher
is switched on.
Flashing
When the left flashing light is switched on, the warning light  flashes in the
instrument cluster.
When the right flashing light is switched on, the warning light  flashes in the
instrument cluster.
The turn signal light switches itself off automatically when driving around a
curve or after making a turn. 
ABCD49Lights and visibility

“Convenience turn signal”
If you only wish to flash three times, briefly push the lever to the upper or low-
er pressure point and release again.WARNINGOnly turn on the main beam or the headlight flasher if other road users will
not be dazzled.
Note
An acoustic warning signal will sound when the driver's door is opened if the
lever is not in the middle position after removing the ignition key from the igni-
tion lock. The acoustic warning signal will stop just as soon as the driver's door
is closed.
Fog lights
Fig. 37
Light switch: Turn on front and
rear fog light
Read and observe on page 48 first.
Switching on/off
›
Turn the light switch » Fig. 37to position,
 or
.
›
Pull the light switch into position
1
, the symbol
 in the light switch illumi-
nates.
The fog light is switched off in the reverse order.
Rear fog light
Read and observe
on page 48 first.
Switching on/off
›
Turn the light switch » Fig. 37 on page 50 to position,
 or
.
›
Pull the light switch to position
2
.
The rear fog light is switched off in the reverse order.
The warning light 
illuminates in the instrument cluster when the rear fog
light is switched on » page 37, 
Rear fog light .
If the vehicle is not fitted with fog lights, the rear fog light is switched on by
pulling out the light switch directly to the only possible setting.
Hazard warning light system
Fig. 38
Button for hazard warning light
system
Read and observe on page 48 first.
Switching on/off
›
Press the button 
» Fig. 38 .
All the turn signal lights on the vehicle flash at the same time when the hazard
warning light system is switched on. The warning light for the turn signals and
the warning light in the button also flash at the same time. The hazard warn-
ing light system can also be operated if the ignition is switched off.
If one of the airbags is deployed, the hazard warning light system will switch
on automatically.
WARNINGSwitch on the hazard warning light system if, for example, the following oc-
curs.■
You encounter a traffic congestion.
■
The vehicle has broken down.
50Using the system