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SKODA FABIA 2014 3.G / NJ Owners Manual Checking the battery electrolyte levelFig. 151
Electrolyte level indicator
Read and observe and on page 158 first.
On vehicles with a vehicle battery fitted with a colour indicator, » Fig. 151 the

Checking the battery electrolyte levelFig. 151
Electrolyte level indicator
Read and observe and on page 158 first.
On vehicles with a vehicle battery fitted with a colour indicator, » Fig. 151 the
colouring of the display can indicate the acidic level.
Air bubbles can influence the colour of the indicator. For this reason carefully knock on the indicator before carrying out the check.
› Black colour - electrolyte level is correct.
› Colourless or light yellow colour - electrolyte level too low, the battery must
be replaced.
Vehicles with a START-STOP system are fitted with a battery control unit for
checking the energy level for the recurring engine start.
We recommend you have the electrolyte level checked by a specialist garage from time to time, especially in the following cases.
› High external temperatures.
› Longer day trips.
› After each charge.
Winter time
The vehicle battery only has some of its starting power at low temperatures. A
discharged vehicle battery may freeze at temperatures just below 0 °C .
We therefore recommend that you have the battery checked and, if necessary,
recharged by a specialist garage before the start of the winter.
Note
■ The battery electrolyte level is also periodically checked by a specialist ga-
rage as part of the Inspection Service.■
For technical reasons, on vehicles with the description “AGM”, the electrolyte
level cannot be checked.
Charging
Read and observe
and on page 158 first.
A properly charged vehicle battery is essential for reliably starting the engine.
A charging operation can be performed if the following conditions are satis-
fied.
The engine is turned off.
The ignition is switched off.
All consumers are turned off.
The bonnet is open.
“Fast charging” with high currents
›
Disconnect both battery cables (first of all “negative”, then “positive”).
›
Attach the terminal clamps of the charger to the battery terminals (red =
“positive”, black = “negative”).
›
Plug the mains cable of the charger into the power socket and switch the
charger on.
›
Once charging is complete: Switch off the charger and remove the mains ca-
ble from the power socket.
›
Only then disconnect the charger's terminal clamps.
›
Reconnect the cables to the battery (first “positive”, then “negative”).
Charging with low voltages
It is not necessary to disconnect the cables from the battery if you recharge
the vehicle battery, for example from a mini-charger.
Refer to the charger manufacturer's instructions .
A charging current of 0.1 multiple of the total vehicle battery capacity (or low-
er) must be used until full charging is achieved.
The vent plugs of the vehicle battery should not be opened for charging. 
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SKODA FABIA 2014 3.G / NJ Owners Manual WARNING■When you charge a battery, hydrogen is released, and a highly explosive
gas mixture is also produced. An explosion can be caused through sparkling
over during unclamping or loosening of the

WARNING■When you charge a battery, hydrogen is released, and a highly explosive
gas mixture is also produced. An explosion can be caused through sparkling
over during unclamping or loosening of the cable plug while the ignition is
on.■
Creating a bridge between the poles on the battery (e.g. with metal ob-
jects - cables) creates a short circuit - risk of damage to the battery, explo-
sion and burning of the battery, jets of acid spurting out.
■
Avoid creating sparks when working with cables and electrical devices.
Strong sparking represents a risk of injury.
■
Before carrying out any work on the electrical system, switch off the en-
gine, the ignition and all electrical consumers and disconnect the negative
terminal 
.
■
“Quick-charging” the vehicle battery is dangerous and requires a special
charger and specialist knowledge.
■
We therefore recommend that vehicle batteries be “rapidly charged” by a
specialist garage.
CAUTION
On vehicles with the START/STOP system or additional heating (auxiliary heat-
ing), the pole terminal of the charger must not be connected directly to the
negative terminal of the vehicle battery, but only to the engine earth
» page 176 .
Replacing
Read and observe
and on page 158 first.
The new vehicle battery must have the same capacity, voltage, current and the
same size as the original battery. Suitable vehicle battery types can be pur-
chased from a specialist garage.
We recommend that the battery is replaced by a specialist garage, where the
new vehicle battery will be installed properly and the original battery will be
disposed of in accordance with national regulations.
Disconnecting or reconnecting
Read and observe
and on page 158 first.
Disconnecting
›
Switch off the ignition.
›First, disconnect the negative terminal
 first, then the positive  terminal
of the battery.
Connecting›
First, connect the positive 
first, then the negative 
battery terminal.
After disconnecting and re-connecting the vehicle battery, the following func-
tions or devices are partially or completely inoperative.
Function / deviceOperating measureElectric window levers» page 58RadioEnter code » operating instruc-
tions for the Infotainment dis-
play radioTime settings» page 33
CAUTION
■ Disconnect the vehicle battery only with the ignition turned off - there is a
risk of damaging the electrical system of the vehicle.■
Under no circumstances must the battery cables be connected incorrectly –
risk of a cable fire.
Note
■ After disconnecting and re-connecting the vehicle battery, we recommend
having the vehicle checked by a specialist to ensure that the full functionality
of all electrical systems is guaranteed.■
The data of the multi-function display will be reset.
Automatic load deactivation
Read and observe
and on page 158 first.
The vehicle voltage control unit automatically prevents the battery from dis-
charging when the battery is subjected to heavy loads. This may be noticed
from the following.
› The idling speed is raised to allow the generator to deliver more electricity to
the electrical system.
› Where appropriate large convenience consumers, e.g. seat heaters, rear win-
dow heaters, have their power limited or shut off completely if necessary. 
160General Maintenance

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SKODA FABIA 2014 3.G / NJ Owners Manual WARNING■Choose a flat and firm surface for jacking the vehicle.■If the wheel has to be changed on a slope, first of all block the opposite
wheel with a stone or similar object to prevent the vehic

WARNING■Choose a flat and firm surface for jacking the vehicle.■If the wheel has to be changed on a slope, first of all block the opposite
wheel with a stone or similar object to prevent the vehicle from unexpect-
edly rolling away.■
Secure the base plate of the lifting jack with suitable means to prevent
possible moving. A soft and slippery ground under the base plate may move
the lifting jack, causing the vehicle to fall down. It is therefore always nec-
essary to place the lifting jack on a solid surface or use a wide and stable
base. Use a non-slip base (e.g. a rubber foot mat) if the surface is smooth,
such as cobbled stones, tiled floor, etc.
■
Only attach the lifting jack to the attachment points provided for this pur-
pose.
■
Always raise the vehicle with the doors closed.
■
Never position any body parts, such as arms or legs under the vehicle,
while the vehicle is raised with a lifting jack.
■
When the vehicle is raised, never start the engine.
CAUTION
Make sure that the jack is attached correctly to the web on the lower sil, oth-
erwise there is a risk of damage to the vehicle.
Anti-theft wheel bolts
Fig. 164
Principle sketch: Anti-theft
wheel bolt with adapter
The anti-theft wheel bolts protect wheels from being stolen. These can only
be removed/tightened with the aid of the adapter
B
» Fig. 164 .
›
Remove the full wheel trim or the caps of the wheel bolts.
›
The adapter
B
» Fig. 164 with the toothed side all the way into the inner
teeth in the head of the anti-theft wheel bolts
A
stuck.
›
Push the wheel wrench onto the adapter
B
up to the stop.
› Loosen or tighten the wheel bolt
» page 172.›Remove the adapter.›
Replace the wheel trim or the caps.
For a possible wheel change the adapter for the anti-theft wheel bolts
should always be kept in the vehicle. The adapter is kept in the vehicle tool
kit.
Note
■ Note the embarked code number on both the adapter and at the end of each
anti-theft wheel bolt. This number can be used to purchase a ŠKODA Original
Parts replacement adapter, if necessary.■
The anti-theft wheel bolt set and adapter can be purchased from a ŠKODA
Partner.
■
The position of the anti-theft wheel bolt is marked on the back of the wheel
cover with every ŠKODA supplied original equipment hub cap or directly at the
factors. When using an anti-theft wheel bolt, make sure that this has been fit-
ted according to the position marked on the back of the wheel cover position.
Breakdown kit
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Components of the puncture repair kit
174
General information
174
Preparations for using the breakdown kit
175
Sealing and inflating the tyre
175
Notes for driving with tyre repaired
175
Use the breakdown kit to reliably repair tyre damage caused by foreign bodies
or a puncture with diameters up to approx. 4 mm.
A repair made using the breakdown kit is never intended to replace a perma-
nent repair on the tyre. Its purpose is to get you to the nearest specialist ga-
rage.
The wheel need not be removed during the repair.
Do not remove foreign bodies , e.g. screws or nails, from the tyre. 
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SKODA FABIA 2014 3.G / NJ Owners Manual ›Continue driving carefully to the nearest specialist garage at a maximum
speed of 80 km/h (50 mph).WARNING■ A tyre filled with sealant has the same driving characteristics as a stand-
ard tyre.�

›Continue driving carefully to the nearest specialist garage at a maximum
speed of 80 km/h (50 mph).WARNING■ A tyre filled with sealant has the same driving characteristics as a stand-
ard tyre.■
Do not drive faster than 80 km/h (50 mph).
■
Avoid accelerating at full throttle, sharp braking and fast cornering.
Jump-starting
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Jump-starting using the battery from another vehicle
176
The battery of another vehicle can be used to jump-start your vehicle if the en-
gine will not start because the battery is flat.
WARNING■ Pay attention to the warning instructions relating to working in the en-
gine compartment » page 150.■
A discharged vehicle battery can freeze at temperatures just below 0 °C.
If the battery is frozen, do not jump start with the battery of another vehi-
cle – risk of explosion.
■
Keep any sources of ignition (naked flame, smouldering cigarettes, etc.)
away from the battery – risk of explosion!
■
Never jump-start vehicle batteries with an electrolyte level that is too low
– risk of explosion and caustic burns.
■
The vent screws of the battery cells must be tightened firmly.
Note
We recommend you buy jump-start cables from a car battery specialist.Jump-starting using the battery from another vehicleFig. 166
Jump-starting: A – flat battery, B
– battery providing current
Fig. 167
Engine earth: START-STOP sys-
tem
Read and observe on page 176 first.
The starting process using the battery of another vehicle requires the use of
jumper cables.
The jump-start cables must be attached in the following sequence.
›
Attach clamp
1
to the positive terminal of the discharged battery
A
» Fig. 166 .
›
Attach clamp
2
to the positive terminal of the battery supplying power
B
.
›
Attach clamp
3
to the negative terminal of the battery supplying power
B
.
›
Attach the clamp
4
to a solid metal component firmly connected to the en-
gine block or to the engine block itself.
The jump-start cable must only be connected to the engine earthing point on
vehicles with the START-STOP system » Fig. 167.
Starting engine
›
Start the engine on the vehicle providing the power and allow it to idle.
›
Start the engine of the vehicle with the discharged battery. 
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SKODA FABIA 2014 3.G / NJ Owners Manual Index
Numbers and Symbols
12-volt power outlet
79
A
abroad lead-free petrol
149
Abroad Headlights
65
ABS Function
115
warning light36
Acceptance and recycling of used vehicles140
Accessories137
Adjust

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SKODA FABIA 2014 3.G / NJ Owners Manual HBA116
Head airbag19
Headlight cleaning system Headlight cleaning system
69
Headlights Bulb arrangement
186
Driving abroad65
Headlight cleaning system69
Headrests72
Adjust height72
Headrest, removing

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SKODA FABIA 2014 3.G / NJ Owners Manual Seat features73
Seats Armrest
74
Headrests72
Heating73
Rear seat75
Seat backrests74
Seats and headrest71
Secure variable loading floor
91
see Automatic gearbox Manual gear shifting on the multifunctio

Seat features73
Seats Armrest
74
Headrests72
Heating73
Rear seat75
Seat backrests74
Seats and headrest71
Secure variable loading floor
91
see Automatic gearbox Manual gear shifting on the multifunction steering wheel
112
see Instrument cluster see Instrument cluster
29
Selector lever Refer to Selector lever
111
Selector lever lock Indicator light
38
Service138
Service interval display48
setting Lower position of the variable loading floor
90
Setting33
seats and headrests71
Upper position of the variable loading floor89
Setting the33
Side airbag18
SmartGate connection
101
Password101
Settings101
Smart Gate Website
101
Snow chains165
Sockets 12 V
79
Spare change
169
spare wheel169
change169
instructions169
Speed controller Indicator light
38
Speed Limiter120
Operation120
Operation description121
Speed Limiter Indicator light
38
Speedometer31
See speedometer31
Speed symbol see Wheels
164
Spoiler139
Staring engine Jump-starting
176
START-STOP124
Jump-starting176
Operating conditions for the system124
operation in vehicles with automatic gearbox125
operation in vehicles with manual gearbox125
system-related automatic start-up126
Warning icon42
START-STOPP Manually deactivating/activating the system
126
Starter button Loc / unlock k the steering lock
105
Problems with the engine start107
Start or stop the engine by pressing a button105
Switching off the engine106
Switch off the ignition106
Switch on the ignition106
Starting and stopping the engine using the key 103
Starting engine Jump-starting
176
Starting the engine Starter button
106
Start or stop the engine by pressing a button105
START STOP Information messages126
Start the engine Key
104
Steering lock (engine start push-button) Warning light
34
Steering wheel10
Stop see Parking
109
Stopping the engine Key
104
Storage76
compartment beneath the front seat82
storage compartment Glasses compartment
81
on the front passenger side82
Storage compartment in the doors
77
in the front arm rest81
in the front centre console77
in the rear centre console84
on the dash panel78
on the side of the front seat77
Storage compartments76
Storage pockets on the front seats83
sun visors67
Sun visors67
Switching lights on and off60
Switching off the engine Starter button
106
Switch off the ignition Key
104
Starter button106
Switch on the ignition Key
104
Starter button106
T
Tailgate
55
208Index

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