2014 SKODA FABIA parking brake

Modes and use of selector leverFig. 110
Selection lever / lock button / display
Read and observe
and on page 110 first.
When the ignition is switched on, the gearbox mode and the currently selected gear are indicated in the display » Fig. 110.
The following modes can be selected with the selector lever » Fig. 110.
P
– Parking mode
The driven wheels are locked mechanically in this mode.
Parking mode must only be selected when the vehicle is stationary.
R
- Reverse gear
Reverse gear can only be engaged when the vehicle is stationary and the en-
gine is at idling speed.
N
- Neutral
Power transmission to the drive wheels is interrupted in this mode.
D
/
S
- mode for driving forward (Normal program) / mode for driving
forward (Sport program)
The system switches from one mode to the other by moving the selector lever
into the spring-loaded position 
» Fig. 110 .
In mode D or S, the forward gears are shifted automatically depending on the
engine load, the operation of the accelerator pedal, the vehicle speed, and the
selected driving mode .
In mode S, the forward gears are shifted automatically up and down at higher
engine speeds than in mode D.
Selector lever lock
Read and observe
and on page 110 first.
The selector lever is locked in the P and N modes to prevent the forwards trav-
el mode from being selected accidentally and setting the vehicle in motion.
The selector lever is locked only when the vehicle is stationary and at speeds
up to 5 km/h.
The selector lever lock is indicated by the illumination of the warning 
light.
The selector lever is not locked when quickly moving across the position N
(e.g. from R to D/S ). This, for example, helps to rock out a vehicle that is stuck,
e.g. in a bank of snow. The selector lever lock will engage if the lever is in posi-
tion N for more than approx. 2 seconds without the brake pedal being de-
pressed.
Releasing selector lever from mode P or N (selector lever lock)
›
Press the brake pedal and the lock button at the same time in the direction
of
1
» Fig. 110 on page 111 .
Just depress the brake pedal, if you would like to change from the mode N to
D/S .
Defective selector lever lock
If the selector lever lock is defective or its power supply is interrupted (e.g. dis-
charged vehicle battery, faulty fuse), the selector lever can no longer be moved
out of position P in the normal manner and the vehicle can no longer be driven.
The selector lever must be emergency released » page 181.
Note
If you want to move the selector lever from mode P to mode D/S or vice versa,
move the selector lever quickly. This prevents modes R or N from being selec-
ted accidentally.111Starting-off and driving

CAUTION■“Never repair” fuses or replace them with a fuse of a higher amperage – risk
of fire. This may also cause damage at another part of the electrical system.■
A blown fuse is recognisable by the molten metal strip. Replace the faulty
fuse with a new one of the same amperage.
■
If a new fuse burns through again, consult a specialist immediately.
Note
■
We recommend that you always carry replacement fuses in the vehicle. A box
of replacement fuses can be purchased from ŠKODA Original Accessories.■
One fuse may cover several consumers.
■
A single consumer may use several fuses.
Fuses in the dash panel
Fig. 178
Remove the cover
Read and observe and on page 182 first.
The fuses are located on the bottom of the dash panel behind a cover.
Replacing fuses
›
Remove the cover of the fuse box » Fig. 178 in the direction of the arrow.
›
Remove the plastic clip from the holder in the fuse box cover in the dash
panel.
›
Place the clamp on the respective fuse and pull this fuse out.
›
Insert a new fuse.
›
Replace the clamp in the original place.
›
Insert the top edge of the cover into the dash panel first.
›
Push the lower edge of the cover in the region
A
.
Assignment of the fuses in the dash panelFig. 179
Schematic representation of the fuse box for vehicles with left-
hand steering/right-hand steering
Read and observe
and on page 182 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 183Fuses and light bulbs

BootClass N1 vehicles89
Hooks86
See Boot lid56
Boot lid automatic locking
56
Closing56
Opening56
Brake booster108
brake fluid specification
157
Brake fluid156
Checking157
Information messages34
Brake pedal (automatic transmission) Indicator light
38
brakes Driving in
113
Brakes Brake booster
108
Brake fluid157
Braking and stabilisation systems115
Handbrake108
Information messages34
Warning light34
Brakes and parking107
Braking Information for braking
107
Breakdown kit173
Break recommendation See Fatigue detection
126
Bulbs Replacing
186
Button CAR see Infotainment
4
C
Car care Jack
144
Car computersee multifunction display45
Care and maintenance137
Car park109
Car park ticket holder76
Carrier Roof rack
93
Cavity protection144
Central locking49
Problems54
Central locking button53
Central warning light Indicator light
34
Change Bulb for daytime running lights (halogen spot-light)
189
Bulb for indicator (halogen headlight)188
Engine oil153
Light bulb in tail light192
Changing Fuses
182
Fuses in the dash panel183
Fuses in the engine compartment185
Licence plate light bulb191
Wheels170
Changing a wheel Preparation
170
Removing and fitting a wheel171
Subsequent steps171
Charging a vehicle battery159
Check Fit ball head properly
132
Checking Battery electrolyte level
159
Brake fluid157
Coolant level156
Engine oil154
Oil level154
Windscreen washer fluid153
Checks Statutory checks137
Children and safety22
Child safety Side airbag
24
Child safety lock54
Child safety seat Use of child safety seats
24
child seat Use of ISOFIX child seats
25
Child seat Classification
24
ISOFIX25
on the front passenger seat23
TOP TETHER26
Chrome parts see vehicle care
143
Cigarette lighter78
cleaning chrome parts
143
Cleaning Alcantara
146
and maintaining belts147
artificial leather146
headlight glasses144
materials146
natural leather146
plastic parts142
seats covers of the electrically heated seats147
wheels144
Cleaning safety belt
147
Cleaning seat covers
147
Cleaning the interior artificial leather
146
Seat covers147
Cleaning the outside of the vehicle Decorative films
143
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HBA116
Head airbag19
Headlight cleaning system Headlight cleaning system
69
Headlights Bulb arrangement
186
Driving abroad65
Headlight cleaning system69
Headrests72
Adjust height72
Headrest, removing and installing
73
heater Rear window
66
Heater Recirculated air mode
96
Heating95
Control elements97
Exterior mirrors70
Seats73
HHC116
Hill Hold Control (HHC)116
Hitch129
Drawback load129
Hooks86
Horn28
Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA)116
I
Ice scrapers
143
Ignition lock104
Immobilizer103
Individual settings Locking
53
Unlocking53
Inertia reel15
Information system43
Door warning44
Gear recommendation44
MAXI DOT display45
Multifunction display45
Operation43
Outside temperature44
Service interval display48
Infotainment4
Instrument cluster29
Auto-check control44
Counter for distance driven32
Display31
Fuel gauge32
Overview30
Revolution counter30
Speedometer31
Temperature gauge31
Viewing the charge level of the vehicle battery 33
Warning icons
38
Warning lights33
Interior care145
Natural leather146
interior light Front
65
Interior monitor55
ISOFIX25
J
Jack
168
Maintenance144
Jacking points Raise vehicle
172
Jump-starting176
K
KESSY Locking
52
Unlocking52
Key Locking
50
Start the engine104
Stopping the engine104
Switch off the ignition104
Switch on the ignition104
Unlocking50
Keys in the door Power windows
56
L
Lamp failure Indicator symbol
41
Lamps Indicator symbol
41
Leather Natural leather care
146
LEAVING HOME63
Lever Main beam
62
Turn signal62
Levers Windscreen wipers
68
Light Cockpit
65
COMING HOME / LEAVING HOME63
Fog lights with CORNER function63
Lighting Luggage compartment
84
Lights60
Automatic driving lamp control62
Daylight running61
Fog lights63
Hazard warning light system64
Headlight flasher62
Headlight range adjustment60
Low beam60
Main beam62
parking lights60
Parking lights65
Rear fog light63
Replacing bulbs186
Switching on and off60
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Turn signal62
Warning lights33
Lock / unlock steering lock Key
103
Lock / unlock the steering lock Starter button
105
Locking Individual settings
53
KESSY52
Key50
Remote control50
Locking and unlocking the vehicle from the in- side
53
Locking the door without a locking cylinder Emergency
180
Low beam60
Luggage compartment84
Cover87
Emergency unlocking181
Fastening elements85
Fixing nets85
Flexible storage compartment89
Lighting84
Storage compartments under the floor88
Unlocking the tailgate181
Variable loading floor89
Luggage compartment cover87
Other positions87
Roll-up cover88
Luggage Storage 12-volt power outlet
79
Roll-up cover88
Storage compartments86
M
Main beam
62
Warning light38
Maintenance see vehicle care
142
Manual air conditioningOperating elements98
Recirculated air mode96
Manual gear changing see Gear changing
109
MAXI DOT display45
Operation43
MAXI DOT see MAXI DOT display
45
Maximum permissible weights
194
Maximum speed198
Mechanical windows59
Opening and closeing59
Media see Infotainment
4
Memory46
Mirror Exterior mirrors
70
Make-up67
Mirror Link see Infotainment
4
Mirrors Interior mirror
70
Modifications137
Modifications and technical alterations Service
138
Motor Information messages
40
Motor oil Indicator symbol
40
Multi-collision brake116
Multifunction display Functions
45
Information46
Memory46
Operation43
Multimedia holder80
N
N1
89
Nameplate194
Nets85
Notes for driving with tyre repaired175
Notes on using wheels161
O
Oil Information messages
40
see Engine oil154
Oil pressure Information messages
40
Onboard computer see multifunction display
45
Operating weight195
Operation in winter Diesel fuel
150
Vehicle battery159
Original accessories138
Outside temperature44
Overview Engine compartment
152
Warning icons38
Warning lights33
P
Parking
109
Parking aid117
Automatic system activation when moving for- ward
118
Function117
parking lights60
Park the vehicle see Parking
109
Part replacement137
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