2014 SKODA FABIA fuel consumption

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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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Driver information system
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Door, luggage compartment or bonnet warning
39
Overspeed warning at 120 km/h
39
Auto-check control
39
Gear recommendation
39
Depending on the vehicle's equipment, the information system vie the display
of the instrument cluster provides the following information.
› Driving data (multifunction display)
» page 40.
› Data relating to the Maxi DOT display
» page 42.
› Service interval display
» page 46.
› Selector lever positions for an automatic transmission
» page 109.
› Information and alerts in the Assist systems
» page 114.
WARNINGConcentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver you are fully re-
sponsible for the operation of your vehicle.
Door, luggage compartment or bonnet warning
Read and observe
on page 39 first.
If at least one door is open, or the boot or bonnet is open, the display indicates
the relevant open door or boot/bonnet.
An acoustic signal will also sound if you drive the vehicle above 6 km/h when a
door is open.
Overspeed warning at 120 km/h
Read and observe
on page 39 first.
This function is only enabled in certain countries.
An audible warning signal will sound when the vehicle speed exceeds 120
km/h. The audible warning is switched off once the vehicle speed falls below
120 km/h.
Auto-check control
Read and observe
on page 39 first.
Certain functions and conditions of individual vehicle systems are checked
continuously when the ignition is switched on.
While the operational faults remain unrectified, the messages are always indi- cated again. After they are displayed for the first time, the warning lights 
(danger) or  (warning) continue to be indicated without information for the
driver.
Gear recommendation
Fig. 26
Information on the selected
gear / gear recommendation
Read and observe on page 39 first.
A suitable gear is engaged, if necessary, a recommendation to shift to high or
lower gear is displayed.
A suitably engaged gear helps to reduce the fuel consumption and assist the
service life and reliability of the engine.
Display » Fig. 26
Optimal gear engaged
Recommended gear
Recommended gear
Besides showing the engaged gear, the arrow icon  and the recommended
gear are displayed. 
39Information system

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The detail provides information about the distance in km, that can be travelled
with the current tank and with the same driving style.
If you drive more efficiently this value can increase.
Average fuel consumption
The indication is calculated continuously since the last deletion of the memory.
After erasing the memory, no data will appear for the first 100 m driven.
Current fuel consumption
You can use this information to adapt your driving style to the desired fuel
consumption.
When the vehicle is stationary or slowly moving the fuel consumption is dis-
played in l/h (on models for some countries the following appears --,- km/l).
Oil temperature
If the engine oil temperature is in the range of 80-110 °C, the engine operating
temperature has been reached.
If the oil temperature is lower than 80 °C or above 110 °C, avoid high engine
revs, full throttle and high engine loads.
If the oil temperature is lower than 50 °C or if there is a fault in the system for
checking the oil temperature  are displayed instead of the oil temperature.
Warning against speeding
Set the speed limit, e.g. for the maximum permissible speed in towns
» page 41 .
Current driving speed
The display is identical to the display on the speedometer.
Average speed
The indication is calculated continuously since the last deletion of the memory.
After erasing the memory, no data will appear for the first 300 m driven.
Distance travelled
The distance travelled since the memory was last erased is displayed.
The maximum distance indicated is 9,999 km. The indicator is automatically
set back to zero if this period is exceeded.
Driving time
The time travelled since the memory was last erased is displayed.The maximum distance indicated is 99 hours and 59 minutes. The indicator is
automatically set back to zero if this period is exceeded.
Coolant temperature
If the engine oil temperature is in the range 80-110 °C, the engine operating
temperature is reached.
If the temperature lies below 80 °C or above 110 °C, avoid high engine revs, full
throttle and high engine loads.
Warning when exceeding the set speed
Read and observe
on page 40 first.
The system offers the possibility to set a speed limit beyond which an audiblealarm will sound and the following warning message appears.
Speed ... exceeded.
SPEED TOO HIGH
Adjust the speed limit while the vehicle is stationary
›
Select the menu item Warning at at (
) or
 (
 ) and confirm.
›
Set the desired speed limit.
›
Confirm the set value, or wait several seconds; your settings will be saved
automatically.
The speed limit can be set in 5 km/h intervals.
Adjusting the speed limit while the vehicle is moving
›
Select the menu item Warning at at (
) or
 (
 ) and confirm.
›
Drive at the desired speed.
›
Confirm the current speed as the speed limit.
The set speed limit can be manually adjusted later if needed.
Deactivate speed limit
›
Select the menu item Warning at at (
) or
 (
 ) and confirm.
›
Confirm the stored value of the speed limits.
The speed limit will be disabled.
The speed limit set mode is stored even after the ignition is switched off and
on. After a gap between driving exceeding 2 hours, the pre-set speed limit is
deactivated.
41Information system

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Memory display: MAXI DOT dis-
play ( 
) / Segment display ( 
)
Read and observe on page 40 first.
Following driving data is stored in three locations.
› Average fuel consumption.
› Distance driven.
› Average speed.
› Driving time.
Display of the selected memory in the display at position
A
» Fig. 28 .
Since start ( ) or “1” (
)
The memory collates the driving information from the moment the ignition is
switched on until it is switched off.
New data will also flow into the calculation of the current driving information if
the trip is continued within 2 hours after switching off the ignition.
If the trip is interrupted for more than 2 hours, the memory is automatically
erased.
Long-term ( ) and “2” (
)
The memory gathers driving information from any number of individual jour-
neys up to a total of 99 hours and 59 minutes driving or 9,999 kilometres driv-
en.
The indicator is automatically set back to zero if one of the indicated values is
exceeded.
Since refuel ( ) or “3” (
)
The memory gathers driving information since the last refuelling.
The memory is erased automatically the next time you fill up.
Select memory
› Select the driving data information desired.
› Confirm details again to select the desired memory.
Resetting
› Select the driving data information desired.
› Select the desired memory.
› Reset the selected memory by holding pressed.
Note
Disconnecting the vehicle battery will delete all memory data.
MAXI DOT display

Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Main menu
42
Operation using the operating lever
43
Operation using the multi-function steering wheel
43
Menu item Navigation
44
Menu itemAudio
44
Menu itemTelephone
44
Menu itemAssist systems
45
Compass point display
45
The MAXI DOT display (following only as display) is a user interface which, de-
pending on the equipment configuration, delivers information about the Info-
tainment, the multifunction display, the assistance systems etc.
WARNINGConcentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver you are fully re-
sponsible for the operation of your vehicle.
Main menu
Read and observe
on page 42 first.
Call up the main menu
›
Press and hold the button
A
on the operating lever » Fig. 29 on page 43 .
or 
42Operation

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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Connection to SmartGate using Wi-Fi
47
Connection using Wi-Fi direct to SmartGate
48
SmartGate web interface
48
SmartGate constitutes a system, which transmit certain driving data (such as
fuel consumption, speed or similar) via Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct.
The ŠKODA compatible communications device (e.g. phone, tablet, notebook)
offer the possibility to further transmit the received data.
More information on available applications, a list of compatible communication
devices and on SmartGate, can be found on the ŠKODA Internet pages.
Use the Service App application to update the SmartGate software. You can
fine information on this application on the ŠKODA Internet pages.
WARNING■ The national legal regulations for using mobile communication devices in
a vehicle must be observed.■
Do not fit the equipment or mounts to be connected onto airbag covers
or within the immediate deployment range of the airbags.
■
Never leave a connected device in the deployment area of an airbag, on a
seat, on the dash panel or any another area, from which it can be thrown
during a sudden braking manoeuvre, an accident or a collision - there is a
risk of injury.
CAUTION
ŠKODA accepts no responsibility for any problems caused by incompatibility or
improper functioning of the communication equipment and the applications.Note■ The ŠKODA applications, support communications devices with the Android
operating system version 4.x.x and later and iOS 7.x.x and higher.■
With SmartGate, a device can be connected to two ongoing ŠKODA applica-
tions, possibly two devices, each with a respective current ŠKODA application.
■
If you have forgotten your password for the connection to SmartGate, Smart-
Gate must be reset to factory settings in a specialised workshop.
Connection to SmartGate using Wi-Fi
Read and observe
and on page 47 first.
For a successful connection the following conditions must be met. Wi-Fi is turned on in the device to be connected.
The ignition is switched on.
Connection set-up
›
Can enable the connected device to search for available Wi-Fi networks (see
operating instructions for the connected device).
›
In the menu of the detected networks select “SmartGate_...” 1)
or “DIRECT
SmartGate_...” 1)
.
›
Enter the password (the password is preset at the factory to the complete
Vehicle Identification Number - enter capital letters).
Disconnection
The connection can be switched off in one of the following ways.
› By disconnecting the connected device from SmartGate.
› By turning off the Wi-Fi in the connected device.
› By switching off the ignition for more than 5 s (for vehicles with starter but-
ton - by turning off the engine and opening the driver's door).
Automatic connection
If the communication device once had a connection with SmartGate, then the
connection is automatically restored under the following conditions.
Wi-Fi is turned on in the device to be connected.
The ignition is switched on.
The device to be connected stores the password required for the connec-
tion check.
1)
The last six symbols of the VIN vehicle identification number of your vehicle are displayed at position ....
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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

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Ensure the stability of the bicycles with a belt
Read and observe
and on page 91 first.
›
In order to loosen the rubber part of the clamp, push both parts against each
other and open the clamp.
›
Position the clamp with the rubber part in the direction of travel as low down
on the saddle support as possible and close it.
›
When transporting two bicycles, stretch the belt » Fig. 105 -
 between the
saddles by moving the bicycles apart.
›
Hook the carabiners on the ends of the belt into the lower lashing eyelets
behind the rear seats » Fig. 105 -
 .
›
Pull the belt through the tensioning clasps on both sides in turn.
›
If necessary, you can correct the position of the bicycles in the vehicle after-
wards.
Roof rack
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
fixing points for base support
94
Roof load
94WARNING■ The items being transported on the roof rack must be reliably attached –
risk of accident.■
Always secure the load with appropriate and undamaged lashing straps
or tensioning straps.
■
Distribute the load evenly over the roof rack system.
■
When transporting heavy objects or objects which take up a large area on
the roof rack system, handling of the car may change as a result of the dis-
placement of the centre of gravity. The style of driving and speed must
therefore be adapted to circumstances.
■
Avoid abrupt and sudden driving/braking manoeuvres.
■
The permissible roof load, permissible axle loads and gross permissible
weight of the vehicle must not be exceeded under any circumstances – risk
of accident.
CAUTION
■ Only roof racks from the ŠKODA Original Accessories range should be used.■The fitting instructions supplied with the roof luggage rack system must be
observed when handling roof racks.■
Ensure that the boot lid does not hit the roof load when opened.
■
The height of the vehicle changes after mounting a roof luggage rack system
and the load that is secured to it. Compare the vehicle height with available
clearances, such as underpasses and garage doors.
■
Always remove the roof luggage rack system before entering an automated
car wash.
■
Ensure the roof aerial is not impaired by the secured load.
For the sake of the environment
The increased aerodynamic drag results in a higher fuel consumption.93Transporting and practical equipment

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and on page 109 first.
Starting off
›
Start the engine.
›
Firmly depress and hold the brake pedal.
›
Press the lock button in the direction of
1
» Fig. 119 on page 110 and hold.
›
Move the selector lever into the desired position » page 109and then release
the lock button.
›
Release the brake pedal and accelerate.
Stopping (while the car is moving)
›
Fully depress and hold the brake pedal and bring the vehicle to a stop.
›
Keep holding the brake pedal until driving is resumed.
The selector lever position N does not have to be selected when stopping for a
short time, such as at a cross roads.
Kickdown
The kickdown function allows you to achieve maximum acceleration by your vehicle while driving.
When the accelerator pedal is fully depressed, the kickdown function is activa-
ted in any forward driving mode.
The gearbox shifts down one or more gears depending on the vehicle speed
and engine speed, and the vehicle accelerates.
The gearbox does not shift up into the highest gear until the engine has
reached its maximum revolutions for this gear range.
WARNINGRapid acceleration, particularly on slippery roads, can lead to loss of control
of the vehicle – there is a risk of an accident.
Running-in and economical driving
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Running-in
111
Tips for economical driving
111
DriveGreen function
112The fuel consumption, degree of pollution and vehicle wear depend on driving
style, road condition, weather conditions and the like.
Running-in
Driving in the engine
The engine has to be run in during the first 1 500 kilometres. During this peri-
od, the driving style decides on the quality of the driving-in process.
During the first 1,000 km ,we recommend not driving faster than 3/4 of the
maximum permissible engine speed, not to drive at full throttle and not to use
a trailer.
In the range of 1,000 to 1,500 kilometres, the engine load can be increased up
to the maximum permitted engine speed.
New tyres
New tyres have to be “run in” since they do not offer optimal grip at first.
Drive especially carefully for the first 500 km or so.
New brake pads
New brake pads have to first “grind in” because these do not initially have the
best possible braking effect.
Drive especially carefully for the first 200 km or so.
Tips for economical driving
To achieve the lowest possible fuel consumption, the following instructions
must be observed.
Looking ahead when driving
Avoid unnecessary acceleration and braking.
Change gear in an energy saving and timely manner
Observe the recommended gear » page 39.
Avoid full throttle and high speeds
Fuel consumption can be reduced by half if only three-quarters of the possible
top speed of your vehicle is used. 
111Starting-off and driving