2014 SKODA FABIA tow

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine ›Hold the operating lever in this position for at least 3 seconds after switching
the ignition on.
The deactivation of the function is confirmed by an audible signal.
Activating on vehicles without Infotainment›
Switch off the ignition.
›
Pull the indicator / main beam lever towards the steering wheel, push up and
hold in this position.
›
Switch on the ignition.
›
Hold the operating lever in this position for at least 3 seconds after switching
the ignition on.
The activation of the function is confirmed by an audible signal.
WARNINGWhen the daytime running light is switched on, the parking lights (neither
at the front nor the rear) and the number plate lights are not lit. Therefore
always switch on the low beam when the visibility is poor.
Turn signal and main beam
Fig. 46
Operating lever: Turn signal and
main beam operation
Read and observe on page 59 first.
Lever positions » Fig. 46
When the right turn signal light is switched on, the warning light flashes in
the instrument cluster 
When the left turn signal light is switched on, the warning light flashes in
the instrument cluster 
ABSwitch on main beam (spring setting) - the warning light illuminates in the
instrument cluster 
Switching off main beam / switching on headlamp flasher (spring-loaded
position)
The main beam can only be switched on when the low beam lights are on.
The headlight flasher can be operated even if the ignition is switched off.
The turn signal light switches itself off automatically when driving around a
curve or after making a turn.
“Convenience turn signal”
When the control lever is lightly pressed to the pressure point A
or
B
then
the respective turn-signal lamp flashes three times.
If during the “comfort flashing” the operating lever in the opposite side is
pressed, then the blinking stops.
The “Lane change flash” can be activated/deactivated in the Infotainment
» Operating instructions Infotainment , chapter CAR - vehicle settings .
WARNINGOnly turn on the main beam or the headlight flasher if other road users will
not be dazzled.
Automatic driving lamp control
Fig. 47
Light switch: AUTO position
Read and observe on page 59 first.
The light switch is in position 
» Fig. 47 then depending on the equipment
the automatic switch on / off the lights corresponding to the light or weather
conditions (rain) takes place. 
CD61Lights and visibility

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bike carrier) only the equipment is illuminated by the fog light. The towing de-
vice must be installed at the factory or from the ŠKODA original accessories.
COMING HOME / LEAVING HOME
Read and observe
on page 59 first.
The function COMING HOME ensures that the vehicle's environment is illumi-
nated after switching off the ignition and opening the driver's door.
The function LEAVING HOME ensures that the vehicle's environment is illumi-
nated after unlocking the vehicle with the radio remote control unit.
The function switches the light on only if there is poorer visibility and the light
switch is in the position .
Enabling / disabling and setting functions
The functions and setting of the lighting duration can be activated or deactiva-
ted in the Infotainment system » Operating instructions Infotainment , chap-
ter CARVehicle settings .
CAUTION
■
Poorer visibility is detected by a sensor mounted below the windscreen in
the holder of the inside mirror or in the control panel. Do not attach any stick-
ers or similar objects in front of the sensor in order to avoid impairing the func-
tion or its reliability.■
If this option is always enabled, then the battery is heavily loaded.
Hazard warning light system
Fig. 49
Hazard warning light system
button
Read and observe on page 59 first.
The hazard warning lights make other road users aware of your vehicle.
The function switches on all indicators.
Switching on/off
›
Press the button 
» Fig. 49 .
When you turn it on the warning light 
flashes in the button and at the same
time the warning lights 
 in the instrument cluster.
The hazard warning light system can also be operated if the ignition is switch-
ed off.
The hazard warning light system will switch on automatically if one of the air-
bags is deployed.
When the hazard warning system is on and the indicator light is switched on
(e.g. when turning), the hazard warning lights are switched off temporarily and
only the turn signal flashes on the relevant side of the vehicle.
Parking lights
Read and observe
on page 59 first.
The side light is provided for lighting of the parked vehicle.
Switching on the side light  on one side
›
Switch off the ignition.
›
Press the control lever to position
A
or
B
as far as the stop
» Fig. 46 on
page 61 .
The parking lights on the right or left side of the vehicle are turned on.
Switching on the parking lights on both sides 
›
With the ignition switched on turn the light switch to position .
›
Switch off the ignition.
›
Lock the vehicle.
After pulling out the ignition key and opening the driver's door, an audible
warning sounds.
After a few seconds or after closing the driver's door, the audible alarm is
turned off, but the parking lights will remain switched on. 

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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Sun visors in the frontFig. 53
Fold down visor / flip up visor / make-up mirror and parking per-
mit holder
Read and observe
on page 65 first.
Operation and description of the sun shade » Fig. 53
Fold down the cover
Swivel cover towards the door
Parking ticket band
Make-up mirror with cover (the cover can be pushed in the direction of the
arrow)
WARNINGWhen objects are attached to the sun visor, the visor can not be pivoted to
the side windows. This might result in injuries to the occupants if the head
airbag is deployed.
Note
A vanity mirror can be installed in either the driver's or the front passenger's
sun visor.12ABSun screen of the panoramic roofFig. 54
Open sun screen
Read and observe on page 65 first.
The sunshade of the panoramic roof can be opened manually in the direction
of arrow or closed in the opposite direction of the arrow » Fig. 54.
WARNINGWhen operating the sun blind, proceed with caution to avoid causing crush-
ing injuries – risk of injury!
Windscreen wipers and washers
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Windscreen wipers and washers
67
Headlight cleaning system
68
The windscreen wipers only operate if the ignition is switched on and the bon-
net is closed.
Winter setting of the windscreen wiper
If the windscreen wipers are in rest position, they cannot be folded out from
the windscreen. For this reason we recommend adjusting the windscreen wip-
ers in winter so that they can be folded out from the windscreen easily.
› Switch on the windscreen wipers.
› Switch off the ignition.
The windscreen wipers remain in the position in which they were when
switching off the ignition. 
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine WARNINGThe mirrors with automatic dimming contain an electrolyte liquid which can
escape if mirror glass is broken.■
The leaking electrolytic fluid can irritate the skin, eyes and respiratory
system.
■
If your eyes or skin come into contact with the electrolytic fluid, immedi-
ately wash the affected area for several minutes plenty of water. If neces-
sary get medical assistance.
Exterior mirrors
Fig. 57
Exterior mirror operation: mechanical / electrical
Read and observe
on page 68 first.
Adjust the position
The mirror can be adjusted to the desired position by moving the knob in the
direction of the arrow » Fig. 57.
The movement of the mirror surface follows the movement of the rotary knob.
Electrically-adjustable mirrors
The knob can be moved (depending on vehicle equipment) into the following
positions » Fig. 57 - 
.
Adjust the left mirror
Adjust the right mirror
Switch off mirror control
Mirror heater
The mirror heating only works when the engine is running.
Folding in the exterior mirrors
The whole exterior mirror can be manually folded towards the side windows.
To restore it to its original position, fold back from the side window until it au-
dibly clicks into place.WARNINGDo not touch the exterior mirror surfaces if the exterior mirror heater is
switched on - risk of burns.
Note
If the electrical mirror setting fails at any time, the mirrors can be adjusted by
hand by pressing on the edge of the mirror surface.69Lights and visibility

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine WARNING (Continued)■No objects should be placed in the storage compartments nor in the
drinks holders; the vehicle occupants could be endangered if there is sud-
den braking or the vehicle collides with something.■
Ash, cigarettes, cigars and the like. may only be placed in the ashtray!
Car park ticket holder
Fig. 66
Parking ticket holder
Read and observe on page 74 first.
The parking permit holder » Fig. 66 is designed e.g. for attaching car parking
permit.
WARNINGAlways remove permit/ticket before starting off in order not to restrict the
driver's vision.
Storage compartments in the doors
Fig. 67
Storage compartment: In the front door/in the rear door
Read and observe on page 74 first.
Storage compartments » Fig. 67
Storage compartment in the front doors
Bottle holder with a capacity of max. 1.5 liters in the front doors
Storage compartment in the rear doors
Bottle compartment, max. capacity 0.5 l in the rear doors
The reflective vest can be stowed in the storage compartments in the
door » page 166 .
WARNINGDo not use the storage compartment A » Fig. 67 of the door pocket to
store protruding objects. Otherwise, this could impair the effectiveness of
the side airbag.
Storage compartment on the side of front seat
Fig. 68
Storage compartment
Read and observe on page 74 first.
The storage compartment
A
» Fig. 68 is located on the side of the front seat.
ABCD75Transporting and practical equipment

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Luggage compartment
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.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine CAUTION■Do not place sharp objects in the nets – risk of damaging the net.■The lashing eyelets A » Fig. 86 on page 84 cannot be used for attaching
nets, when the variable cargo floor is in the upper position » page 891)
.
Hooks
Fig. 89
Hooks
Read and observe and on page 83 first.
The hook is intended to be used to affix small items of luggage such as bags.
The hooks are located on both sides of the luggage compartment » Fig. 89.
The maximum permissible load of the hook is 7.5 kg.
CAUTION
■ Place the item of luggage suspended from a hook, if possible, in the storage
compartment B » Fig. 90 on page 85 , otherwise there is a risk of damaging
the storage compartment cover.■
If an item of luggage weighing more than 2.5 kg is suspended on the hook,
then we recommend removing the storage compartment cover
B
» Fig. 90 on
page 85 , otherwise there is a risk of damaging the storage compartment
cover.
Storage compartments in the luggage compartmentFig. 90
Storage compartments
Read and observe and on page 83 first.
Storage compartments » Fig. 90
Fixed
With removable cover
Remove the cover
›
Remove the cover of the storage compartment
B
in the direction of the ar-
row » Fig. 90 .
The removable storage compartment
A
» Fig. 90 is suitable for stowing small
objects weighing up to 1.5 kg in total.
The storage compartment
B
is designed for storing small objects of up to 2.5
kg. in weight in total.
CAUTION
When handling the cover of the storage compartment B, ensure that this or
the luggage compartment trim is not damaged.AB1)
Applies to vehicles with a variable loading floor.
85Transporting 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
›
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.
›
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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