2014 SKODA FABIA tow

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Removing/installing the towing eye›
Manually screw the towing eye as far as it will go in the direction of the ar-
row
3
» Fig. 181 » .
For tightening purposes, we recommend, for example, using the wheel
wrench, towing eye from another vehicle or a similar object that can be pushed through the eye.
›
Unscrew the towing eye against the direction of the arrow
3
.
WARNINGThe towing eye must always be screwed in fully and firmly tightened, oth-
erwise the towing eye can tear when towing in or tow-starting.
Rear towing eye
Fig. 182
Rear towing eye
Read and observe and on page 176 first.
The rear towing eye is located below the rear bumper on the right » Fig. 182.
Vehicles with a tow hitch
Read and observe
and on page 176 first.
The removable towing ball may be fitted and used for towing on vehicles with
a factory fitted tow hitch » page 127, Hitch .
Towing the vehicle using the towing device is a viable alternative solution to
using the towing eye.
CAUTIONThe detachable ball rod and/or the vehicle can be damaged if an unsuitable
tow bar is used.
Remote control
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Replacing the battery in the remote control key
177
Synchronising the remote control
178
CAUTION
■ The replacement battery must have the same specification as the original
battery.■
We recommend having faulty rechargeable batteries replaced by a ŠKODA
service partner.
■
Pay attention to the correct polarity when changing the battery.
For the sake of the environment
Dispose of the used battery in accordance with national legal provisions.
Replacing the battery in the remote control key
Fig. 183
Remove cover/take out battery
Read and observe
on page 177 first.
The battery change is carried out as follows.
›
Flip out the key. 
177Emergency equipment, and self-help

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Assignment of the fuses in the dash panelFig. 191
Schematic representation of the fuse box for vehicles with left-
hand steering/right-hand steering
Read and observe
and on page 181 first.
No.Power consumer1Left parking light, parking light, high-mounted brake light2Central locking system3Relay for ignition4Right-hand light, rear fog light, license plate light5Power windows - driver6Central control unit, interior lighting7Horn8Towing hitch - left light
9
Operating lever beneath the steering wheel, engine control unit (on-
ly without KESSY), automatic gearbox (only without KESSY), selector
lever of the automatic gearbox (only without KESSY), ESC (only with-
out KESSY), control unit for trailer detection (only without KESSY),
power steering (only without KESSY), airbag (only without KESSY)10Power windows - rear left11Headlight cleaning system12Radio display1312 volt socket in luggage compartment14Operating lever under the steering wheel, light switch, ignition key
removal lock (automatic gearbox), diagnostic connector, headlight
flasher, SmartGate controller, rain sensor, light sensorNo.Power consumer15Control unit for air conditioning system, selector lever of the auto-
matic gearbox16Instrument cluster17Alarm system, horn18Not assigned19Not assigned20Not assigned21Not assigned22Front- and rear windscreen wiper system23Not assigned24Blower fan for air conditioning system, heating, control unit for air
conditioning, heating25Not assigned26Switch for front seat heating27Rear window wiper28Not assigned29Airbag (only with KESSY)
30
Power windows, light switches, reverse light switches, control unit
for air conditioning system, control unit for park assist, exterior mir-
ror, power feed for centre button strip, power feed for side button
strip, interior mirror31Fuel pump, control unit for radiator fan, cruise control, coil of the re-
lay for the front and rear windscreen wipers32Diagnostic connector, headlight range adjustment33Coil on starter relay, clutch pedal switch34Heated windscreen washer jets35Not assigned36Heated front seats37Radar38Not assigned39Electrical auxiliary heating system40Not assigned41Rear window heater 182Do-it-yourself

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wheel47Towing hitch - contact in the socket48Towing hitch - right light49Control unit for fuel pump50Radio51Heating of the external mirror52KESSY control unit53KESSY steering lock54Not assigned55Heated front seats56Not assigned57Not assigned58Not assigned59Not assigned
Fuses in the engine compartment
Fig. 192
Remove the cover
Read and observe and on page 181 first.
Replacing fuses
›
Press the lock button on the cover in direction of arrow
1
» Fig. 192 .
›
Raise the cover and remove in the direction of the arrow
2
.
›
Remove the plastic clip from the holder on the cover of the fuse box in the
dash panel.
›
Replace the appropriate fuse.
›
Replace the clamp in the original position.
›
Place the cover on top of the fuse box.
›
Push in the locking button on the cover and lock.
The cover must engage securely.
Fuse assignment in the engine compartment
Fig. 193
Fuses
Read and observe and on page 181 first.
No.Power consumer1Radiator fan2Control unit for glow plug system3Control unit for ABS/ESC4Electrical auxiliary heating system5Electrical auxiliary heating system6Automatic gearbox7Engine control unit8Windscreen wipers9Central control unit, battery data module10Control unit for ABS/ESC 183Fuses and light bulbs

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine No.Power consumer11Not assigned12Engine components13Brake pedal switch14Engine components, coil of the fuel pump relay15Engine control unit16Starter17Engine control unit18Engine components, coils of the relay for auxiliary electric heater, radi-
ator fan19Lambda probe20Engine components, control unit for glow plug system, heating the
crankcase ventilation
Replacing bulbs
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Bulb arrangement in the headlights
185
Removing and installing the cover in the front wheel arch
185
Fitting and removing the wash water container nozzle
185
Replacing the low beam and high beam bulb (halogen headlights)
186
Change bulb for turn signal switch (halogen headlight)
186
Replacing the parking light bulb (halogen headlights)
187
Changing bulb for daytime running lights switch (halogen headlight)
187
Replacing the dipped beam bulb (halogen projector headlights)
187
Replacing the high beam bulb (halogen projector headlights)
188
Replacing the turn signal switch bulb (halogen projector headlights)
188
Replacing the bulb for the fog light
189
Changing the licence plate light bulb
189
Rear Light
190
Replacing bulbs in rear light
190
Some manual skills are required to change a bulb. For this reason, if uncertain,
we recommend that bulbs are replaced by a specialist garage or other expert
help is sought.
› Switch off the ignition and all of the lights before replacing a bulb.
› Faulty bulbs must only be replaced with the same type of bulbs. The designa-
tion is located on the light socket or the glass bulb.
› A stowage compartment for replacement bulbs is located in a plastic box in
the spare wheel or underneath the floor covering in the boot.WARNING■ Always read and observe the warnings before completing any work in the
engine compartment » page 149.■
Accidents can be caused if the road in front of the vehicle is not suffi-
ciently illuminated and the vehicle cannot or can only be seen with difficul-
ty by other road users.
■
Bulbs H8, H7 and H4 are pressurised and may burst when changed - there
is a risk of injury! We therefore recommended wearing gloves and safety
glasses when changing a bulb.
■
Switch off the respective vehicle light when changing the bulb.
CAUTION
Do not take hold of the glass bulb with naked fingers (even the smallest
amount of dirt reduces the working life of the light bulb). Use a clean cloth,
napkin, or similar.
Note
■ This Owner's Manual only describes the replacement of bulbs where it is pos-
sible to replace the bulbs on your own without any complications arising. Other
light bulbs should be changed by your specialist garage.■
We recommend that you always carry a box of replacement bulbs in the vehi-
cle. Replacement bulbs can be purchased from ŠKODAOriginal Accessories.
■
We recommend having the headlight settings checked by a specialist garage
after replacing a bulb in the main beam, low beam or fog lights.
■
Visit a specialist garage if an LED is faulty.
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Technical data
Vehicle data
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Vehicle characteristics
192
Operating weight and payload
193
measurement of fuel consumption and CO 2 emissions according to ECE
Regulations and EU Directives
193
Dimensions
194
Departure angle
195
Vehicle-specific details per engine type
196
The details given in the vehicle's technical documentation always take prece-
dence over the details in the Owner's Manual.
The listed performance values were determined without performance-reduc- ing equipment, e.g. air conditioning system.
Vehicle characteristics
Fig. 209
Vehicle data sticker/type plate
Vehicle data sticker
The vehicle data sticker » Fig. 209 -  is located on the base of the luggage
compartment and is also stuck inside the service schedule.
The vehicle data sticker contains the following data. Vehicle identification number (VIN)
Vehicle type
Gearbox code / paint number / interior equipment / engine output / engine code
Partial vehicle description
Approved tyre diameter in inches 1)
The approved tyres and rim sizes for your vehicle are listed in the vehicle's
technical documentation (the so called COC document) and this also states the
declaration of conformity.
Type plate
The type plate » Fig. 209 -
 is located at the bottom of the B-pillar on the
right-hand driver's side.
The type plate contains the following data. Manufacturer
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
Maximum permissible gross weight
Maximum permissible towed weight (towing vehicle and trailer)
Maximum permissible front axle load
Maximum permissible rear axle load
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
The vehicle identification number - VIN (vehicle body number) is stamped on
the right hand suspension strut dome in the engine compartment. This num-
ber is also located on a sign on the lower left hand edge below the windscreen
(together with a VIN bar code), together with a nameplate.
The VIN number can also be displayed in the Infotainment » Operating instruc-
tions Infotainment , chapter CAR - vehicle settings .
Engine number
The engine number (three-digit code letter and serial number) is stamped onto
the engine block. 12345678910111)
Only valid for some countries.
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The full type approval number of the means of transport is indicated in the
registration documents, field 17.WARNINGDo not exceed the specified maximum permissible weights – risk of an acci-
dent and damage.
Operating weight and payload
Operating weight
This value represents the minimum operating weight without additional
weight-increasing equipment such as air conditioning system, spare wheel, or
trailer hitch.
The specified operating weight is for orientation purposes only.
The operating weight also contains the weight of the driver (75 kg), the weight
of the operating fluids, the tool kit, and a fuel tank filled to 90 % capacity.
Operating weight of the vehicle » page 196, Vehicle-specific details per en-
gine type .
Payload
It is possible to calculate the approximate loading capacity from the difference
between the permissible total weight and the operating weight.
The payload consists of the following weights.
› The weight of the passengers.
› The weight of all items of luggage and other loads.
› The weight of the roof, including the roof rack system.
› The weight of the equipment that is excluded from the operating weight.
› Trailer drawbar load when towing a trailer (max. 50 kg).
Note
If required, you can find out the precise weight of your vehicle by contacting a
specialist garage.
measurement of fuel consumption and CO 2 emissions according to
ECE Regulations and EU Directives
The data on fuel consumption and CO 2 emissions were not available at the
time of going to press.
The data on fuel consumption and CO 2 emissions are given on the ŠKODA
websites or in the sales and technical vehicle documentation.
The measurement of the intra-urban cycle begins with a cold start of the en-
gine. Urban driving is then simulated.
In the extra-urban driving cycle, the vehicle is accelerated and decelerated in
all gears, corresponding to daily routine driving conditions. The driving speed
varies between 0 and 120 km/h.
The calculation of the combined fuel consumption considers a weighting of
about 37 % for the intra-urban cycle and 63 % for the extra-urban cycle.
Note
■ The fuel consumption and emission levels given on the Škoda websites or in
the commercial and technical vehicle documentation have been established in
accordance with rules and under conditions that are set out by legal or techni-
cal rules for the determination of operational and technical data of motor vehi-
cles.■
Depending on the extent of the equipment, the driving style, traffic condi-
tions, weather influences and vehicle condition, consumption values can in
practice result in fuel economy figures in the use of the vehicle that differ from
the fuel consumption values listed on the ŠKODA websites or in the commer-
cial and technical vehicle documentation.
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Brake fluid156
Braking and stabilisation systems114
Handbrake107
Information messages32
Running-in111
Warning light32
Brakes and parking106
Brake system114
Braking Information for braking
106
Breakdown kit172
Bulbs Replacing
184
Button CAR see Infotainment
4
Button in driver's door electric windows
57
C
Car care Jack
143
Car computer see multifunction display
40
Care and maintenance136
Car park107
Car park ticket holder75
Carrier Roof rack
93
Cavity protection143
Central locking49
Problems53
Central locking button53
Change Bulb for daytime running lights (halogen spot- light)
187
Bulb for indicator (halogen headlight)186
Engine oil152
Light bulb in tail light190
Changing Fuses
181
Fuses in the dash panel181
Fuses in the engine compartment183
Licence plate light bulb189
Wheels168
Changing a wheel Preparation
168
Subsequent steps171
Changing wheels Wheel removal and fix
171
Charging a vehicle battery158
Check Fit ball head properly
130
Checking Battery electrolyte level
158
Brake fluid156
Coolant level155
Engine oil153
Oil level153
Windscreen washer fluid152
Checks Statutory checks
136
Children and safety20
Child safety Side airbag
22
Child safety lock53
Child safety seat Use of child safety seats
22
child seat Use of ISOFIX child seats
23
Child seat Classification
22
ISOFIX22
on the front passenger seat21
TOP TETHER24
Chrome parts Refer to vehicle maintenance
142
Cigarette lighter77
Clean Anodized parts
142
Chrome parts142
Cleaning Alcantara
145
and maintaining belts146
artificial leather145
headlight glasses143
materials145
natural leather145
plastic parts141
seats covers of the electrically heated seats146
wheels143
Cleaning safety belt
146
Cleaning seat covers
146
Cleaning the interior artificial leather
145
Seat covers146
Cleaning the vehicle exterior Cavity protection
143
Door locking cylinder143
Headlight glasses143
Towing device144
Under-body protection144
wheels143
Windows and external mirrors142
Cleaning vehicle139
Cleaning vehicle exterior140
Anodized parts142
Chrome parts142
Decorative foils142
Plastic parts141
Protective foils142
Rubber seals141
Vehicle paint work141
Wiper blades144
201Index

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Climatronic Operating elements
97
Recirculated air mode96
Clothes hook81
Cockpit 12-volt power outlet
78
Ashtray77
Cigarette lighter77
General view26
Lighting64
Storage compartments74
useful equipment74
COMING HOME63
compartments74
Component protection138
Components of the puncture repair kit172
Computer see multifunction display
40
Convenience turn signal61
Coolant154
Checking155
Replenishing155
Temperature gauge29
Warning light36
Warning messages36
Cooling system Malfunctions
99
CORNER See Fog lights with CORNER function
62
Correct routing of seat belt
12
Correct seated position8
Front passenger10
Rear seats10
Correct seat position Driver
9
Counter for distance driven30
cruise control operation119
operation description119
Cup holders76
D
DAY LIGHT see Daylight running lights
60
Daylight running lights60
Dazzle see sun screen of the panoramic roof
66
De-icing windows
142
De-icing rear window65
Deactivating airbags18
Decorative foils142
Delayed locking of the boot lid see boot lid
56
Departure angle195
Diesel refer to Fuel
149
Diesel fuel Operation in winter
149
Diesel particulate filter37
information messages37
Digital Clock Time
31
Dipstick153
Display29
Compass points45
Coolant temperature29
Fuel supply30
Gear changes39
Service interval46
Disposal Acceptance and recycling of used vehicles
139
Distance driven30
Distance warning Warning light
38
DoorChild safety lock53
Closing50
Emergency locking179
Emergency locking the driver's door178
Opening50
Door warning39
Drive Driving through water
113
DriveGreen112
driving emissions
193
fuel consumption193
Driving Maximum speed
196
through water113
driving data operation
40
E
Economical driving Tips
111
EDL115
Electrical power windows Button in the rear doors
58
Electric power windows Operational faults
59
Electric Windows57
Button in driver's door57
Electronic differential lock (EDL, XDS)115
Electronic immobilizer100
Emergency Changing a wheel
168
Hazard warning light system63
Jump-starting174
Locking the door without a locking cylinder179
Locking the driver's door178
Selector lever-unlocking179
Switch off the engine by pressing a button103
Towing the vehicle175
202Index