2014 SKODA FABIA boot

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Button for interior monitor and
towing protection
Read and observe on page 54 first.
The interior monitor detects movements inside the car and then triggers the
alarm.
The tow-away protection triggers the alarm if a vehicle is registered as being
on an inclination.
Activating
The interior monitor and the towing protection are activated automatically af-
ter the vehicle is locked.
Deactivating
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Switch off the ignition.
›
Open the driver door.
›
Press the symbol button 
» Fig. 40 on the B column on the driver's side.
The illumination of the symbol  in the button changes from red to orange.
›
Lock the vehicle within 30 seconds.
Deactivate the interior monitor and the towing protection if there is a possibili-
ty of the alarm being triggered by movements (e.g. by children or animals)
within the vehicle interior or if the vehicle has to be transported (e.g. by train
or ship) or towed.
CAUTION■ The opened glasses storage compartment reduces the effectiveness of the
interior monitor. To ensure the full functionality of the interior monitor, the
glasses storage compartment must always be closed before locking the vehi-
cle.■
The anti-theft alarm system is activated when the vehicle is locked, even if
the SafeLock system is deactivated. The interior monitor is however not acti-
vated.
Tailgate
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Opening/closing
56
Automatic locking of the boot lid
56WARNING■ Ensure that the lock is properly engaged after closing the boot lid. Other-
wise, the lid might open suddenly while the vehicle is moving, even if the
lid was locked – risk of accident!■
Never drive with the tailgate fully opened or slightly ajar otherwise ex-
haust gases may get into the interior of the vehicle – risk of poisoning.
■
Do not press on the rear window when closing the tailgate, as otherwise
this could crack – risk of injury.
■
Make sure that when closing the boot lid, no body parts are crushed -
there is danger of injury!
Note
The function of the button in the grip above the licence plate is deactivated
when starting off or at a speed of 5 km/hour or more for vehicles with central
locking. The function is restored after the vehicle stops and the door is
opened.55Unlocking and opening

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Opening / closing tailgate
Read and observe
on page 55 first.
After unlocking the vehicle, the boot lid can be opened with the button in the
handle above the number plate.
Opening / closing tailgate » Fig. 41
Unlocking the door
Open flap
Closing the flap (by pulling the handle)
CAUTION
On vehicles with a variable loading floor, this must not be affixed by means of
the hook on the frame of the boot lid when closing the boot lid » page 90 -
there is the risk of damage to the hook.
Automatic locking of the boot lid
Read and observe
on page 55 first.
If the boot lid is unlocked with the key symbol 
on the remote control key,
then the door is automatically locked after closing.
The period after which the boot lid is locked automatically can be extended by
a specialist garage.
After the activation of the delayed locking, the door can be opened again after
closing within a limited period.
Delayed locking can be deactivated by a specialist garage at any time.
123CAUTIONThere is a risk of unwanted entry into the vehicle before the boot lid is locked
automatically. We therefore recommend locking the vehicle with the key sym-
bol 
on the remote control key.
Window operations
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Mechanical window lefter
57
Electric WindowsElectric Windows
57
Opening the windows in the front passenger door and in the rear doors
58
Force limitation
58
Operational faults
59
The window can be operated mechanically by the winder attached to the re-
spective door panel.
Depending on equipment the windows can be operated electrically from the
following locations; the window in the front doors or all windows from the
driver's seat and also via the buttons for the windows in the passenger door or
the rear doors.
WARNINGThe windows should be closed carefully – risk of injury!
CAUTION
■ In the event that the windows are frozen, first of all eliminate the ice
» page 142 , Windows and external mirrors and only then operate the electri-
cal power windows. Otherwise, the window sealing and the electrical power
window mechanism could be damaged.■
Always make sure that the windows are closed when you leave the locked
vehicle.
For the sake of the environment
At high speeds you should keep the windows closed to prevent unnecessarily high fuel consumption. 56Operation

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Note■The headlights may mist up temporarily. When the driving lights are switched
on, the light outlet areas are free from condensation after a short time, al-
though the headlight lenses may still be misted up around the edge. This mist
has no influence on the life of the lighting system.■
The instruments are also illuminated when the parking light, low or high
beam light is switched on. The brightness of the instrument illumination is set
automatically depending on the ambient lighting throughout. The complete
brightness of the instrument lighting can be set in the Infotainment » Operat-
ing instructions Infotainment , chapter CAR - Vehicle settings .
Operating the lights
Fig. 45
Light switch and control dial for
headlight range adjustment
Read and observe on page 59 first.
Switching lights on and off
Depending on the equipment configuration, the light switch
A
» Fig. 45 can be
turned to one of the following positions.
Switching off lights (except daytime running lights)Automatic switching of lights on and off » page 61
Switching on the parking light or parking light » page 63
Switch on low beam
Headlight range control 
Turning the rotary switch
B
from position - to 
gradually activates the head-
light beam control, thereby shortening the beam of light.
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 loadedWARNINGAlways set the headlight range control so that other road users are not
dazzled, in particular oncoming vehicles.
Note
■ The light switch is in position  or  and the ignition is turned off, the low
beam is switched off automatically 1)
and the status light is lit. The side light is
switched off when the ignition key is removed, for vehicles with the start but-
ton after switching off the ignition and opening the driver's door.■
If there is a fault in the light switch, the low beam comes on automatically.
Daylight running lights (DAY LIGHT)
Read and observe
on page 59 first.
The daytime running lights (the only function) provides the lighting of the frontvehicle range.
The lights are switched on automatically if the following conditions are met. The light switch is in the position 
or 
.
The ignition is switched on.
The parking aid is activated.
Activating/deactivating function on vehicles with Infotainment
The function can be disabled/enabled in the Infotainment » Operating instruc-
tions Infotainment , chapter CAR - vehicle settings .
Deactivating on vehicles without Infotainment
›
Switch off the ignition.
›
Pull the indicator / main beam lever towards the steering wheel, push down
and hold in this position.
›
Switch on the ignition. 
1)
Does not apply to the position
, as long as the conditions are met for the COMING HOME function
» page 63 .
60Operation

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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Fastening elements
84
Fixing nets
84
Hooks
85
Storage compartments in the luggage compartment
85
Luggage compartment cover
86
Other positions of the luggage compartment cover
86
Roll-up cover
87
Storage compartments under the floor
87
Cargo element
88
Flexible storage compartment
88
Class N1 vehicles
88
Please observe the following for the purpose of maintaining good handling
characteristics of your vehicle:
›
Distribute loads as evenly as possible.
›
Place heavy objects as far forward as possible.
›
Attach the items of luggage to the lashing eyes or by using the fixing nets
» page 84 .
In the event of an accident, even small and light objects gain so much kinetic energy that they can cause severe injuries.
The magnitude of the kinetic energy is dependent on the speed at which the
vehicle is travelling and the weight of the object.
Example: In the event of a frontal collision at a speed of 50 km/h, an object
weighing 4.5 kg produces energy corresponding to 20 times its own weight.
This means that it results in a weight of approx. 90 kg “ ”.
Luggage compartment light
The warning light turns on when tailgate is opened.
The warning light turns off when the tailgate is closed.
If the boot lid is open and the ignition switched off, the light will extinguish
automatically after around 10 minutes.
WARNING■ Always store transported objects in the boot and attach them to the lash-
ing eyes.■
Loose objects can be thrown forward during a sudden manoeuvre or in
case of an accident and can injure the occupants or other road users.
■
Loose objects could hit a deployed airbag and injure occupants – risk to
life!
■
Please note that the handling properties of the vehicle may be affected
when transporting heavy objects as the centre of gravity can be shifted –
risk of accident. The speed and style of driving must be adjusted according-
ly.
■
If the items of luggage or objects are attached to the lashing eyes with
unsuitable or damaged lashing straps, injuries can occur in the event of
braking manoeuvres or accidents. To prevent items of luggage from moving
around, always use suitable lashing straps that are firmly attached to the
lashing eyes.
■
Items carried in the luggage compartment must be stowed in such a way
that no objects are able to slip forward under sudden driving manoeuvres
or braking – risk of injury.
■
When transporting objects in the luggage compartment that has been en-
larged by folding the rear seats forward, ensure the safety of the passen-
gers transported on the other rear seats » page 10.
■
Do not drive with the luggage compartment lid open or unlatched, other-
wise exhaust gases may get into the interior of the vehicle – risk of poison-
ing!
■
Do not exceed the permissible axle loads and permissible gross weight of
the vehicle – risk of accident!
■
Do not transport people in the boot!
CAUTION
■ Please ensure that the heating elements for the rear window heater are not
damaged as a result of abrasive objects.■
Tyre pressure must be adjusted to the load » page 161.
83Transporting and practical equipment

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Luggage compartment coverFig. 91
Removing the boot cover
Read and observe
and on page 83 first.
The boot cover can be removed if you want to transport bulky goods.
Removing
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Unhook the retaining straps
A
from the flap in the direction of arrow
1
» Fig. 91 .
›
Hold the cover in the upper position and press the bottom of the cover in the
area of the pin
C
.
›
Remove the cover in the direction of the arrow
2
.
The removed cover can be stowed in two positions » Fig. 92 on page 86 .
Fitting
›
Position the mounts on the cover
B
onto the side trim panel via pins
C
» Fig. 91 .
›
Press on the upper side of the cover so that the mounts fully interlock into
the pins.
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Insert the retaining bands
A
opposite to the direction of arrow
1
on the
boot lid.
The maximum permissible load of the luggage compartment cover is 1 kg.
WARNINGNo objects are to be placed on the boot lid. There is the danger of injuries
during sudden braking or vehicle impact.CAUTION■ When closing the boot lid, jamming and damage to the luggage compartment
cover or the side trim panel can occur if handled incorrectly. The following
guidelines must be observed. ■ The holders B
on the cover must be resting completely on the pins
C
on
the side panel » Fig. 91.
■ The items which are transported must not exceed the height of the lug-
gage compartment cover. ■ The cover must not be jammed in the surrounding seal of the luggage com-
partment lid when it is in the upper position.
■ There must be no object in the gap between the cover in the upper posi-
tion and the rear backrest.
Note
If the support straps A » Fig. 91 are attached to the boot lid, then the boot
cover will raise when the boot is opened.
Other positions of the luggage compartment cover
Fig. 92
Luggage compartment cover: stowed behind the rear seats / in
the lower position
Read and observe
and on page 83 first.
The luggage compartment cover can be placed in the following positions:
» Fig. 92
Behind the rear seat backrests
In the lower position
Store cover in the lower position
›
Press the top of the cover in the arrow direction » Fig. 92 -
 . 
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine In the front area, slots B » Fig. 91 on page 86 on the cover must be fully en-
gaged with the bolts on the side trim. In the back, the cover must be secured
at both ends under the latching.
In the lower position, the cover is designed for storing small objects up to a
weight of 2.5 kg in total.
Roll-up cover
Fig. 93
Roll-up cover: Pull-out / roll-up / remove
Read and observe
and on page 83 first.
Pulling out
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Grasp the cover on handle
A
and pull it out in the direction of the arrow
1
until it clicks audibly into the secured position » Fig. 93.
Rolling up
›
Push the cover in the area of handle
A
in the direction of the arrow
2
» Fig. 93 .
The cover rolls up automatically.
Removing
›
The cover can be rolled up before removing.
›
Press on the side of the cross bar in the direction of arrow
3
and remove
the cover in the arrow direction
4
» Fig. 93 .
Inserting
›
First insert the cover on the left side.
›
Press on the side of the cross bar in the direction of arrow
3
and insert the
cover against arrow direction
4
» Fig. 93 .
WARNINGNo objects should be placed on the foldable boot cover. There is the danger
of injuries during sudden braking or vehicle impact.
Storage compartments under the floor
Fig. 94
Fold the floor back / storage compartment under the floor
Read and observe
and on page 83 first.
The storage compartment is located under the luggage compartment floor
» Fig. 94 - 
.
›
Lift the rear portion of the floor and fold forward in the direction of arrow
» Fig. 94 - 
.
The storage compartment is designed for storing small objects of up to 15 kg. in weight in total.
CAUTION
■ The following instructions must be observed to avoid damage to the storage
compartment. ■ Do not store any sharp objects in the storage compartment.
■ Place the items carefully into the storage compartment.
■ Do not place pressure on any points in the storage compartment.87Transporting and practical equipment

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Cargo elementFig. 95
Removing cargo element/example on how to mount the load by
means of the cargo element
Read and observe
and on page 83 first.
The Cargo element can be stored under the floor in the boot.
The cargo element is designed for attaching and securing objects with a maxi-
mum total weight of 8 kg.
Usage of Cargo element
›
Remove the cargo element in the direction of arrow » Fig. 95 -
 .
›
The Cargo element with Velcro element allows fastening near the rear seats
on the floor of the luggage compartment » Fig. 95 -
 .
Flexible storage compartment
Fig. 96
Flexible storage compartment
Read and observe and on page 83 first.
The flexible storage compartment can be installed on either side of the boot
» Fig. 96 .
Fitting›Place both ends of the storage compartment into the openings on the right
side panel of the boot.›
Push the storage compartment down to lock it.
Removing
›
Grasp the storage compartment on the two upper corners.
›
Remove the storage compartment by pulling upwards and then towards you.
The storage compartment is designed for storing small objects with a maxi-
mum total weight of 8 kg.
Class N1 vehicles
Read and observe
and on page 83 first.
In class N1 vehicles that are not fitted with a protective grille, a lashing set that
complies with the EN 12195 standard (1-4) must be used for fastening the load.
Proper functioning of the electrical installation is essential for safe vehicle op-
eration. It is important to ensure that the electrical installation is not damaged
during the adjustment process or when the storage area is being loaded and
unloaded.
Variable loading floor in the luggage compartment
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Setting in the upper position
89
Setting in the lower position
89
Removing/inserting
90
Folding / Securing
90
The maximum permissible load of the variable loading floor is 75 kg. For the
transport of heavy loads, adjust the variable loading floor to the lower position
or remove it from the vehicle.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Removing/insertingFig. 99
Remove variable loading floor
Removing
›
Grasp the variable loading floor at handle
A
» Fig. 99 .
›
Lift the variable loading floor in the direction of arrow
1
until its rear area is
about 15 cm
B
below the edge of the foldable cover.
›
Remove the variable loading floor from the vehicle by moving it in the direc-
tion of arrow
2
.
Inserting
›
Grasp the variable loading floor at handle
A
» Fig. 99 .
›
Insert the variable loading floor matching the front area into the vehicle
about 15 cm
B
beneath the edge of the foldable cover.
›
Then follow the same steps as when setting the upper position » page 89 or
the lower position » page 89.
CAUTION
■
When removing or inserting the variable loading floor, a distance of 15 cm B» Fig. 99 underneath the edge of the foldable cover must be adhered to - risk
of damaging the boot lid seal.■
After removing the variable cargo floor, place it in such a way that it cannot
be damaged or soiled.
Folding / SecuringFig. 100
Fold up variable loading floor / secure variable loading floor
For easier handling, e. g. with the spare tyre, the variable load floor can be fol-
ded up and fastened by means of a hook on the frame of the boot lid.
The variable loading floor can be folded up in both positions (both upper and
lower) and fastened.
›
Grasp the variable loading floor at handle
A
» Fig. 100 .
›
Place the variable loading floor in the direction of the arrow.
›
Hook the
B
hook to the frame of the boot lid.
WARNINGThe folded-up variable cargo floor limits the driver's view to the rear.
CAUTION
Before closing the tailgate, the variable loading floor is to be unhooked from
the frame and set in the upper or lower position - there is a risk of damage to
the hook.
Bicycle carrier in the luggage compartment
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Install/remove crossmember
91
Fitting/removing the bike rack
92
Place bicycle into the carrier
92
Ensure the stability of the bicycles with a belt
93
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90Operation