2014 SKODA FABIA ignition

WARNING■Properly maintained windscreen wiper blades are essential for clear visi-
bility and safe driving » page 181, Replacing windscreen wiper blades .■
Replace the windscreen wiper blades once or twice a year for safety pur-
poses. These can be purchased from a ŠKODA Partner.
■
Do not use the windscreen washer system at low temperatures without
heating the windscreen beforehand. The window washer fluid could other-
wise freeze on the windscreen and restrict the view to the front.
■
Automatic wiping during rain is only a support. The driver is still responsi-
ble for setting the function of the windscreen wipers manually depending
on the visibility conditions.
CAUTION
■ If the ignition is switched off while the windscreen wipers are switched on,
the windscreen wipers will continue wiping in the same mode after the igni-
tion is turned back on. The windscreen wipers could freeze up in cold tempera-
tures between the time the ignition was turned off and when it was turned
back on again.■
In cold temperatures and during the winter, check before the journey or be-
fore switching on the ignition that the wiper blades are not frozen to the
windscreen. If the windscreen wipers are switched on when the blades are fro-
zen to the windscreen, this may damage both the blades and windscreen wip-
er motor!
■
Carefully release frozen wiper blades off the windscreen.
■
Remove snow and ice from the windscreen wipers before driving.
■
If the windscreen wipers are handled carelessly, there is a risk of damage to
the windscreen.
■
Do not switch on the ignition if the front wiper arms are retracted. The wiper
arms could damage the paint of the bonnet.
Note
■ To avoid streaking, the wiper blades must be kept clean » page 145.■The windscreen washer nozzles for the windscreen are heated when the en-
gine is running and the outside temperature is less than approx. +10 °C.Windscreen wipers and washersFig. 51
Operation of the windscreen wipers and washer
Read and observe
and on page 68 first.
Lever positions
0Wipers off1Periodic windscreen wiping/automatic wiping in rain2Slow windscreen wiping3Rapid windscreen wiping4 Flick windscreen wiping, service position of the wiper arms
» page 181 , Replacing the windscreen wiper blades , (spring-loaded
position)5Automatic wipe/wash for windscreen (spring-loaded position)6Rear window wiping (the wiper wipes at regular intervals after a
few seconds)7Automatic wipe/wash for the rear window (spring-loaded position)ASwitches for setting: the desired pause between the individual wip-
er strokes/the speed of wiping in rain (operating lever in position1
)
Periodic windscreen wiping 
The wiping intervals are also speed-dependent regulated.
Automatic windscreen wiping in rain 
The wiping intervals are controlled depending on the rain intensity.
Automatic windscreen wiping in rain can be activated or deactivated in the In-
fotainment system » Operating instructions for Infotainment , chapter Vehicle
settings (CAR button) . 
68Operation

Automatic wiping/washing for the windscreen 
The wash system operates immediately, the windscreen wipers wipe some-
what later. The wash system and the windscreen wiper operate simultaneous-
ly at a speed of more than 120 km/h.
Letting go of the operating lever will cause the windscreen wash system to
stop and the wipers to continue for another 1 to 3 wiper strokes (depending on
the spraying duration).
Automatic wiping/washing for the rear window 
The wash system operates immediately, the wiper wipes somewhat later.
Letting go of the operating lever will cause the windscreen wash system to
stop and the wiper to continue for another 2 to 3 wiper strokes (depending on
the spraying duration). The operating lever remains in position 6
.
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.
The service position can also be used as a winter position » page 181, Replac-
ing the windscreen wiper blades .
Note
■
If the operating lever is in the position 2 or 3 and the speed of the vehicle
drops below 4 km/h, the wiping speed is switched to a lower wiping level. The
original setting is restored step by step when the speed of the vehicle exceeds
8 km/h.■
The rear window is wiped once automatically if the windscreen wipers are on
when reverse gear is selected. The function can be activated/deactivated in
the Infotainment system » Infotainment user manual , chapter Vehicle settings
(CAR button) .
Headlight cleaning system
Read and observe
and on page 68 first.
After the ignition is switched on the headlights are always cleaned at the first
and after every tenth spray of the windscreen (setting
5
» Fig. 51 on page 68 ),
when the low beam is switched on.
You should remove stubborn dirt (such as insect residues) from the headlight
lenses at regular intervals, for example when refuelling. The following guide-
lines must be observed » page 144, Headlight glasses .
To ensure the proper operation of the cleaning system during the winter, any
snow should be removed from the washer nozzle fixtures and ice should be
cleared with a de-icing spray.
CAUTION
Never remove the nozzles from the headlight cleaning system by hand – risk of
damage.
Note
The headlamp cleaning system works at an ambient temperature of about -12 °
C to + 39 ° C.
Rear mirror
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Interior mirror
70
Exterior mirrors
70WARNING■ Make sure that the mirror is not covered by ice, snow, condensation or
other objects.■
Convex (curved outward) or aspherical exterior mirrors increase the field
of vision. They do, however, make objects appear smaller in the mirror.
These mirrors are therefore only of limited use for estimating distances to
the following vehicles.
■
Whenever possible use the interior mirror for estimating the distances to
the following vehicles.
69Lights and visibility

Headrests - removing and installingFig. 56
Headrests: removing/installing
Read and observe
on page 71 first.
The removal and installation of headrests is the same in the front and rear.
Before removal and installation of the headrests, fold the respective seat
backrest forward slightly.
›
Pull the headrest out of the seat backrest as far as the stop.
›
Press the locking button
A
in the direction of arrow
1,
and pull out the
headrest in the direction of arrow
2
» Fig. 56 .
›
To re-insert the headrest, push it far enough down in the direction of arrow
3
into the seat backrest until the locking button clicks into place.
WARNINGWith seats occupied, the respective head rests must be installed and adjus-
ted correctly - there is a risk of fatal injury!
Note
For the sports seats, the headrests are integrated into the front seat backr-
ests. These headrests cannot be removed.
Seat features
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Front seat heater
73
Armrest
74Seat backrests74Rear seat75
Front seat heater
Fig. 57
Buttons for front seat heater
The seat backrests and seats can be heated electrically.
The heat output can be adjusted with the ignition on.
The heater is turned on after the engine has started.
Buttons for the seat heater » Fig. 57
Left seat heater
Right seat heater
Switching on
›
Press the corresponding symbol button  or

» Fig. 57 .
Pressing once switches the seat heater on at its maximum level - Level 2.
Press repeatedly to reduce the intensity of the heater until it is switched off.
The level of the seat heater is indicated by the number of illuminated warning
lights in the switch.
WARNINGIf you or a passenger suffer from limited perception of pain and/or temper-
ature, e.g. through medication, injury or chronic illness (e.g. diabetes), we
recommend you do not use seat heater on the driver or front passenger
seat. This can lead to burns on the back, the posterior and the legs which
are difficult to heal. If the seat heater is used, we recommend to make reg-
ular breaks in your journey when driving long distances, so that the body
can recuperate from the stress of the journey. Please consult your doctor,
who can evaluate your specific condition. 73Seats and headrests

Storage compartment on the dash panelFig. 67
Storage compartment
Read and observe on page 76 first.
Some vehicles are equipped with a storage compartment in the central section
of the dash panel » Fig. 67.
Cup holders
Fig. 68
Cup holder
Read and observe on page 76 first.
Two beverage containers can be placed into the cup holder » Fig. 68.
WARNING■
Do not use cups or beakers made of brittle material (e.g. glass, porcelain).
This could lead to injuries in the event of an accident.■
Never put hot beverage containers in the cup holder. They may spill as
the vehicle moves – there is a risk of scalding.
■
No objects should be placed in the holders that might endanger the vehi-
cle's occupants if the vehicle brakes suddenly or if the vehicle is in collision.
CAUTIONDo not leave open beverage containers in the cup holder during the journey.
There is a risk of spilling e.g. when braking which may cause damage to the
electrical components or seat upholstery.
Cigarette lighter
Fig. 69
Cigarette lighter
Read and observe on page 76 first.
Operation
›
Press in the button in the cigarette lighter » Fig. 69.
›
Wait until the button pops forward.
›
Remove the cigarette lighter immediately and use.
›
Place the cigarette lighter back into the socket.
The cigarette lighter also works if the ignition is switched off »
.
WARNING■
When leaving the vehicle, never leave people who are not completely in-
dependent, such as children, unattended in the vehicle. They could operate
the lighter and get burned, start a fire or damage the interior.■
Take care when using the cigarette lighter! Improper usage can cause
burns.
Note
The cigarette lighter socket can also be used as a 12-volt socket for electrical
appliances » page 79, 12-volt power outlet .78Operation

AshtrayFig. 70
Removing ashtray
Read and observe on page 76 first.
The ashtray can be used for discarding ash, cigarettes, cigars and the like » .
Removing/inserting
›
Pull out the ashtray in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 70.
Insertion takes place in reverse order.
WARNINGNever put flammable objects in the ashtray – risk of fire.
CAUTION
Do not hold the ashtray by the cover when removing it – risk of breaking.
12-volt power outlet
Fig. 71
12-volt power outlet: in the central part of the panel / in the lug-
gage compartment
Read and observe on page 76 first.
Installation locations for the 12-volt power sockets » Fig. 71
In the central part of the dash panel
In the luggage compartment
Use
›
Remove the cover on the power socket » Fig. 71 - 
or open the cover on the
power socket as appropriate » Fig. 71 - 
.
›
Connect the plug for the electrical appliance to the socket.
The socket also works if the ignition is switched off »
.
WARNING■
Improper use of the power sockets and the electrical accessories can
cause fires, burns and other serious injuries. Therefore, when leaving the
vehicle, never leave people who are not completely independent, such as
children, unattended in the vehicle.■
If the connected electric device becomes too hot, switch it off and discon-
nect it from the power supply immediately.
CAUTION
■ The power socket can only be used for connecting approved electrical acces-
sories with a total power uptake of up to 120 watt.■
Never exceed the maximum power consumption, otherwise the vehicle's
electrical system can be damaged.
■
Connecting appliances when the engine is not running will drain the battery
of the vehicle!
■
Only use matching plugs to avoid damaging the power sockets.
■
Only use accessories that have been tested for electromagnetic compatibility
in accordance with the applicable directives.
■
Switch off the devices connected to the power sockets before you switch
the ignition on or off and before starting the engine, to avoid damage from
voltage fluctuations.
■
Observe the operating instructions for the connected devices!
79Transporting and practical equipment

Storage compartment in the rear centre consoleFig. 80
Storage compartment: Version 1 / version 2
Read and observe
on page 76 first.
The open storage compartment is in the front of the centre console » Fig. 80.
Luggage compartment
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Fastening elements
85
Fixing nets
85
Hooks
86
Storage compartments in the luggage compartment
86
Luggage compartment cover
87
Other positions of the luggage compartment cover
87
Roll-up cover
88
Storage compartments under the floor
88
Flexible storage compartment
89
Class N1 vehicles
89
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 85 .
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 11. 
84Operation

Heating and air conditioning
Heating, ventilation, cooling
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Air outlet vents
96
Recirculated air mode
96
Heating
97
Air conditioning (manual air conditioning)
98
Climatronic (automatic air conditioning)
98
Efficient handling of the cooling system
99
Malfunctions
100
The heating and air conditioning systems ventilate and heat the vehicle interi-
or. The air conditioning system also cools and dehumidifies the vehicle interior.
The heating effect is dependent upon the coolant temperature, thus full heat
output only occurs when the engine has reached its operating temperature.
The heating and air conditioning systems only operate when the ignition is
switched on.
The cooling system operates only if the following conditions are met. The cooling system is switched on.
The engine is running.
The outside temperature is above approximately +2 °C.
The blower is switched on.
If the cooling system is switched on, the temperature and air humidity drops in
the vehicle. The cooling system prevents the windows from misting up during
winter months.
It is possible to briefly activate re-circulated air mode to enhance the cooling
effect » page 96 .
WARNING■
For your own safety and that of other road users, ensure that all the win-
dows are free of ice, snow and misting.■
The blower should always be on to prevent the windows from misting up.
WARNING (Continued)■ Under certain circumstances, air at a temperature of about 5 °C can flow
out of the vents when the cooling system is switched on.■
To reduce health risks (e.g. common colds), the following instructions for
the use of the cooling system are to be observed. ■The difference between the indoor temperature and the outdoor air
temperature should not be greater than about 5 ° C.
■ The cooling system is to be turned off about 10 minutes before the end
of the journey.
■ Once a year, disinfection of the air conditioner or the Climatronic is to be
carried out by a specialist company.
CAUTION
■ The air inlet in front of the windscreen must be free (e.g. of ice, snow or
leaves) to ensure that the heating and cooling system operates properly.■
After switching on the cooling system condensation from the evaporator of
the air conditioning may drip down and form a puddle below the vehicle. This is
not a leak!
■
If the coolant temperature is too high, the cooling system is switched off to
ensure that the engine cools down.
Note
The used air flows out through the vents in the luggage compartment.95Heating and air conditioning

■For information about the compatibility of phones/tablets, please refer to the
websites at www.skoda-auto.com.■
ŠKODA accepts no responsibility for any problems caused by incompatibility
or improper functioning of the phones/tablets and the applications on them.
Connection with SmartGate
Read and observe
and on page 100 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.
Connect
›
Can enable the connected device to search for available Wi-Fi networks (see
operating instructions for the connected device).
›
In the found networks menu, select the connection to the
“SmartGate_ ... ”network 1)
.
›
Enter the password (the password is preset at the factory to the complete
Vehicle Identification Number - enter capital letters).
Disconnecting the connection
The connection to SmartGate can be ended in 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 and removing the key for more than 5 s (for ve-
hicles with starter button - by turning off the engine and opening the driver's
door).
Automatic connection
The connection to SmarttGate 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.
Connection problems
If the connection fails, check the following points.
› Are the conditions for a successful connection fulfilled?
› Is Smart Gate available in the list of available Wi-Fi networks?
› Has the password required for the connection check been entered?
› Is the password is required for the connection check correct?
› Is the device to be connected still connected to another Wi-Fi network?
If the above items are ok but the connection still fails, contact a ŠKODA part-
ner.
Smart Gate website
Read and observe
and on page 100 first.
There is a special website for the SmartGate system.
The following address must be entered in the web browser of the connected
device.
HTTP://192.168.123.1
This website contains information about the vehicle, the Wi-Fi connection and
SmartGate.
In the Configuration area the Wi-Fi connection settings can be adjusted.
Save the setting changes
The setting changes are only applied after performing the following steps.
› The changes are saved by pressing the “Save” button.
› SmartGate is restarted by pressing the “Reboot ”button.
Password Management
Read and observe
and on page 100 first.
Password management can be done in the connected device on the Smart-
Gate website » page 101, Smart Gate website .
The changes are applied after saving and restarting SmartGate » page 101,
Save the setting changes . 
1)
The last six symbols of the VIN vehicle identification number of your vehicle are displayed at position
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101Communication