2014 SKODA FABIA brake

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine ›Move the steering wheel slightly back and forth, thereby facilitating unlock-
ing the steering lock.
If the steering does also not unlock then, the help of a specialist garage is re-
quired.
Disconnecting the vehicle battery
If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the indicator
light 
comes on after switching on the ignition.
The warning light should go out after driving a short distance.
If, after the motor is restarted and a short drive, the indicator light does not go
out, there is a system error.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
 Stability control (ESC) / Traction control (TCS)
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
 flashes - the ESC or TCS is currently being accessed.
ESC or TCS fault
 Illumi-
nates
Error: stabilisation control (ESC)
ESC ERROR
or
 Illumi-
nates
Error: traction control
ASR ERROR
Seek help from a specialist garage.
If the warning light  comes on after starting the engine, the TCS may be
switched off for technical reasons.
› Switch the ignition off and on again.
If the warning light  does not illuminate after you switch the engine back on,
the ASR is fully functional again.
Disconnecting the vehicle battery
If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the indicator
light  comes on after switching on the ignition.
The warning light should go out after driving a short distance.
If, after a short drive, the indicator light does not go out, there is a system er-
ror.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
For more information on the ESC system » page 114, Stability Control (ESC) or
TCS system » page 115, Traction control (TCS) .
 Traction control system (TCS) deactivated
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
 illuminates - the TCS -System is disabled.
 Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
 illuminates - there is an ABS fault.
Error: ABS
ABS ERROR
The vehicle will only be braked by the normal brake system without the ABS.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
WARNING■ If warning light  illuminates simultaneously with warning light 
» page 32 ,  Brake system ,  do not continue your journey! Seek help
from a specialist garage.■
A fault to the ABS system or the braking system can increase the vehi-
cle's braking distance – there is a risk of an accident occurring!
 Rear fog light
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
 illuminates - the rear fog light is switched on.
 Exhaust inspection system
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
 illuminates - there is a fault in the emission control system. The system
makes possible operation emergency mode - there may be a noticeable reduc-
tion in engine performance. 
33Instruments and warning lights

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The following reasons can also apply if the warning light  is 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 fitted.
› A wheel has been changed.
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.
 Reserve fuel
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
 illuminates - the fuel level in the fuel tank is at the reserve level (approxi-
mately 7 litres).
Please refuel. Range: ... km
PLEASE REFUEL RANGE … km
An audible signal sounds as a warning.
Note
The text in the display goes out after refuelling and driving a short distance.
  Turn signal system
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
 flashes - the left turn signal is turned on.
 flashes - the right turn signal is turned on.
If there is a fault in the turn signal system, the warning light flashes at twice
its normal rate. This does not apply when towing a trailer.
When the hazard warning light system is switched on, this will cause all of the
turn signal lights as well as both warning lights to flash.
 Trailer turn signal lights
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
 flashes - the trailer lights are switched on.
If a trailer is hitched and the warning light 
is not flashing, one of the trailer
turn signal lights has failed.
An example message in the display of the instrument cluster Trailer: check left turn signal!
TRAILER TURN SIG_ CHECK LEFT
Check the trailer bulbs.
 Fog lights
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
 illuminates - the fog lamp are switched on.
 Speed control / speed limiter
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
 illuminates - the vehicle is limited by the speed regulator system and/or the
automatic distance control or by the speed limiter.
 flashes - the speed set with the limiter has been exceeded.
 Brake pedal (automatic transmission)
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
 Illuminates - apply the brake.
 Main beam
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
 illuminates - the main beam or the headlight flasher is switched on.
35Instruments and warning lights

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rain and traffic conditions. The recommendations indicated by the warning
light must not tempt you to disregard the national regulations for road traf-
fic.■
The diesel particulate filter reaches very high temperatures - there is a
fire hazard and serious injury could be caused. Therefore, never stop the
vehicle at places where the underside of your vehicle can come into contact
with flammable materials such as dry grass, undergrowth, leaves, spilled
fuel or such like.
CAUTION
■ As long as the warning light  illuminates, one must take into account an
increased fuel consumption and a power reduction of the engine.■
Using diesel fuel with increased sulphur content can significantly reduce the
service life of the diesel particle filter. A ŠKODA Partner will be able to tell you
which countries use diesel fuel with increased sulphur content.
Note
We encourage you to avoid constant short journeys. This will improve the com-
bustion process of the soot particles in the diesel particulate filter.
 Windscreen washer fluid level
Read and observe
on page 32 first.

 illuminates - the windscreen washer fluid level is too low.
Add washer fluid!
WASHER FLUID PLEASE TOP UP
›
Fill up the windscreen washer fluid.
  START-STOP system
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
The warning lights 
 indicates the state of the START STOP system
» page 104 , START-STOPsystem .
 Display of a low temperature
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
 illuminates - the outside temperature is below +4° C.
WARNINGEven at temperatures around +4 °C, black ice may still be on the road sur-
face! Do not only rely upon the information given on the outside tempera-
ture display that there is no ice on the road.
 Distance warning (front assistant)
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
 illuminates - the safe distance to the vehicle in front is below the mini-
mum.
The warning light  is only shown in the MAXI DOTdisplay.
Information on the Front Assistant system » page 122.
 Advance warning/emergency brake (Front assistant)
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
 illuminates - the system has recognized the risk of a collision or automati-
cally triggered an emergency braking manoeuvre.
Information on the Front Assistant system » page 122.
 Service
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
 illuminates - note regarding a due service appointment
» page 46, Service
interval display .
38Operation

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Unlocking and locking
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Locking/unlocking using the key via the lock cylinder
50
Unlocking/locking with the remote control key
50
Opening/closing the door
50
Unlocking / locking - KESSY
51
SafeLock
52
Individual settings
52
Locking/unlocking the vehicle with the central locking button
53
Child safety lock
53
Malfunctions
53
Your car is equipped with a central locking system.
The central locking system allows you to lock and unlock all doors, the fuel fill-
er flap and boot lid at the same time.
Depending on the equipment configuration, the following is true after
unlocking
› The turn signal lights flash twice as confirmation that the vehicle has been
unlocked.
› The doors, the boot lid and the fuel filler flap are unlocked.
› The interior light, which is switched by the door contact, comes on.
› The SafeLock system is switched off.
› The warning icon in the driver door stops flashing.
› The anti-theft alarm system is deactivated.
If you unlock the vehicle and do not open a door or the boot lid within the next
45 seconds, the vehicle will lock again automatically and the SafeLock system
or anti-theft alarm system will be switched on. This function is intended to
prevent the car being unlocked unintentionally.
Depending on the equipment configuration, the following is true after
locking
› The turn signal lights flash once as confirmation that the vehicle has been
locked.
› The doors, the boot lid and the fuel filler flap are locked.
›The interior light switched by the door contact goes off.
› The SafeLock system is switched on.
› The warning light in the driver door begins flashing.
› The anti-theft alarm system is activated.
If the doors or the boot lid remain open after the vehicle doors have been
locked, the turn signal lights do not flash until they have been closed.WARNING■ Never leave the key in the vehicle when you exit the vehicle. Unauthor-
ized persons, such as children, for example, could lock the car, turn on the
ignition or start the engine - danger of injury and accidents!■
When leaving the vehicle, never leave people who are not completely in-
dependent, such as children, unattended in the vehicle. The children might,
for example, release the handbrake or take the vehicle out of gear. The ve-
hicle could then start to move – risk of accident! These individuals would
possibly not be able to leave the vehicle on their own or to help them-
selves. At very high or very low temperatures can be fatal!
CAUTION
■ Each key contains electronic components; therefore it must be protected
against moisture and severe shocks.■
Keep the groove of the keys absolutely clean. Impurities (textile fibres, dust,
etc.) impair the function of the locking cylinder and ignition lock.
■
The battery must be replaced if the central locking or anti-theft alarm system
does react to the remote control at less than approx. 3 metres away
» page 177 .
■
Always check that the vehicle is locked before leaving it.
■
If the driver's door has been opened, the vehicle cannot be locked.
Note
In the event of an accident in which the airbags are deployed, the locked doors
are automatically unlocked in order to enable rescuers to gain access to the
vehicle.49Unlocking and opening

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brackets.
Folding backwards›
Fold the backrest in the direction of the arrow
4
» Fig. 65 .
›
Place the rear seat on the eyelets
A
, so that the eyelets
A
engage in the
recesses in the plastic caps for 

B
» .
WARNINGThe rear seat must not be pulled in under the eyelets A when folding for-
wards - this would mean the rear seat could not be secured correctly.
CAUTION
The rear seat must not be pulled in under the eyelets A when being folded
back - there is a risk of damaging the rear seat.Transporting and practical equipment
Useful equipment
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Car park ticket holder
75
Storage compartments in the doors
75
Storage compartment on the side of front seat
75
Storage compartment in the front centre console
76
Coin and credit card holder
76
Storage compartment on the dash panel
76
Cup holders
76
Cigarette lighter
77
Ashtray
77
12-volt power outlet
78
Waste container
78
Multimedia holder
79
Storage compartment in the front arm rest
79
Glasses compartment
80
Storage compartment on the front passenger side
80
Storage compartment under the front seat
81
Clothes hook
81
Storage pockets on the front seats
81
Net pockets on the front seat rest
82
Storage compartment in the rear centre console
82
AUX and USB inputs
82WARNING■ Do not place anything on the dash panel. These objects might slide or fall
down while you are driving (under acceleration or when cornering) and
could distract you from the traffic - risk of accident.■
Make sure that no objects from the centre console or from other storage
compartments can get into the driver's footwell while you are driving. You
would not be able to brake, operate the clutch pedal or accelerate - danger
of causing an accident! 
74Operation

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Storage compartment
Read and observe on page 74 first.
The open storage compartment is in the front of the centre console » Fig. 69.
Coin and credit card holder
Fig. 70
Coin and credit card holder
Read and observe on page 74 first.
Holder in the front centre console » Fig. 70
For coins
For credit cards and other cards
ABStorage compartment on the dash panelFig. 71
Storage compartment
Read and observe on page 74 first.
The storage compartment is located in the middle part of the panel » Fig. 71.
Cup holders
Fig. 72
Cup holder
Read and observe on page 74 first.
Two beverage containers can be placed into the cup holder » Fig. 72.
WARNING■
Do not use cups or beakers made of brittle material (e.g. glass, porcelain).
This could lead to injuries in the event of an accident.■
Never put hot beverage containers in the cup holder. They may spill as
the vehicle moves – there is a risk of scalding.
■
No objects should be placed in the holders that might endanger the vehi-
cle's occupants if the vehicle brakes suddenly or if the vehicle is in collision. 
76Operation

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» page 101.
The steering column lock is unlocked.
If the ignition switch cannot be turned on, turn the steering wheel back and forth slightly to unlock the steering lock.
Turn ignition on / off and start the engine
Fig. 111
Positions of the vehicle key in the ignition lock
Read and observe and on page 100 first.
Positions of the vehicle key in the ignition lock » Fig. 111
Ignition switched off, engine switched off
Ignition switched on
Starting engine
Switching ignition on/off
›
Turn key to position
2
.
The ignition is switched on.
›
Turn key to position
1
.
The ignition is switched off.
Procedure for starting the engine
›
Firmly apply the handbrake.
›
For vehicles with manual transmission , shift gear lever to neutral, depress
the clutch pedal and hold it there until the engine starts.
›
On vehicles with automatic transmission , place the selector lever in position
P or N and depress the brake pedal until the engine starts.
›
Turn the key into position
3
as far as it will go - the engine's starting proce-
dure will commence (do not touch the accelerator).
›
Release the key, the engine will start automatically.
After letting go, the vehicle key will return to position
2
.
123If the engine does not start within 10 seconds, turn the key to position 1. Re-
peat the start-up process after approx. half a minute.
For vehicles with diesel engines the glow plug warning light 
goes on during
starting. The engine can be started after the indicator light goes out.
Note
■ The engine running noises may at first be louder for a short time after start-
ing the cold engine. This is quite normal and is not an operating problem.■
You should not switch on any major electrical components during the heat-
ing period otherwise the vehicle battery will be drained unnecessarily.
Stopping the engine
Read and observe
and on page 100 first.
›
Stop the vehicle » page 107, Parking .
›
Turn key to position
1
» Fig. 111 on page 101 .
The engine and the ignition are switched off simultaneously.
For vehicles with automatic transmission, the ignition key can only be removed
if the selector lever is in position P .
CAUTION
Do not switch the engine off immediately at the end of your journey after the
engine has been operated over a prolonged period at high loads but leave it to
run at an idling speed for about 1 minute. This prevents any possible accumula-
tion of heat when the engine is switched off.
Note
The radiator fan can intermittently continue to run for approximately 10 mi-
nutes after the ignition has been switched off.101Starting-off and driving

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and on page 102 first.
›
Press the button » Fig. 112 on page 102 briefly.
The ignition is switched on or off.
On vehicles fitted with a manual transmission, the clutch pedal must not be
depressed while switching the ignition on or off, otherwise the system would
try to start.
On vehicles fitted with a automatic transmission, the brake pedal must not be
depressed while switching the ignition on or off, otherwise the system would
try to start.
If the driver's door is opened while the ignition is on, an audible signal sounds
and the following message appears in the instrument cluster display.
Ignition switched on.
IGNITION STILL ON
When leaving the vehicle always switch off the ignition.
Starting the engine
Read and observe
and on page 102 first.
Procedure for starting the engine
›
Firmly apply the handbrake.
›
For vehicles with manual transmission , shift gear lever to neutral, depress
the clutch pedal and hold it there until the engine starts.
›
On vehicles with automatic transmission , place the selector lever in position
P or N and depress the brake pedal until the engine starts.
›
Press the starter button » Fig. 112 on page 102 briefly – the engine starts au-
tomatically.
In vehicles with diesel engines the glow plug warning light
 lights up after
pressing the button. The engine can be started after the indicator light goes
out.
Note
■ The engine running noises may at first be louder for a short time after start-
ing the cold engine. This is quite normal and is not an operating problem.■
You should not switch on any major electrical components during the heat-
ing period otherwise the vehicle battery will be drained unnecessarily.
Switching off the engine
Read and observe
and on page 102 first.
Switching off
›
Stop the vehicle » page 107, Parking .
›
Press the button » Fig. 112 on page 102 briefly.
The engine and the ignition are switched off simultaneously.
Emergency shutdown
If necessary and in exceptional cases, the engine may even be turned off while
driving.
›
Press the starter button » Fig. 112 on page 102 for longer than 1 second or
twice within 1 second.
After the emergency stop of the engine, the steering lock will remain un-
locked.
CAUTION
Do not switch the engine off immediately at the end of your journey after the
engine has been operated over a prolonged period at high loads but leave it to
run at an idling speed for about 1 minute. This prevents any possible accumula-
tion of heat when the engine is switched off.
Note
The radiator fan can intermittently continue to run for approximately 10 mi-
nutes after the ignition has been switched off.103Starting-off and driving