2014 SKODA FABIA inspec

Table of Contents
Board literature4
Notes
5
Structure and more information about the
Operating Instructions
6
Abbreviations
Safety
Passive Safety
8
General information
8
Correct and safe seated position
9
Seat belts
12
Wearing seat belts
12
Inertia reel and belt pre-tensioners
15
Airbag system
16
Description of the airbag system
16
Airbag overview
17
Deactivating airbags
20
Transporting children safely
22
Child seat
22
Fastening systems
25
Operation
Cockpit
28
Overview
27
Instruments and warning lights
29
Instrument cluster
29
Warning lights
33
Warning icons in the display
38Information system43Driver information system43
Driving data (Multifunction display)
45
Service interval display
48
Unlocking and opening
49
Unlocking and locking
49
Anti-theft alarm system
54
Tailgate
55
Power windows
56
Mechanical windows
59
Lights and visibility
60
Lights
60
Interior lights
65
Visibility
66
Windscreen wipers and washers
67
Rear mirror
69
Seats and headrests
71
Seats and headrests
71
Seat features
73
Transporting and practical equipment
76
Useful equipment
76
Luggage compartment
84
Variable loading floor in the luggage
compartment
89
Bicycle carrier in the luggage compartment
91
Roof rack
93
Heating and air conditioning
95
Heating, ventilation, cooling
95
Communication
100
SmartGate
100Driving
Starting-off and driving103
Starting and stopping the engine using the
key
103
Start or stop the engine by pressing button
105
Brakes and parking
107
Manual gear shifting and pedals
109
Automatic transmission
110
Retraction and economical driving
112
Driving through water and driving off made-
up roads
113
Assist systems
115
Braking and stabilisation systems
115
Parking aid
117
Cruise control system
118
Speed Limiter
120
Front Assistant
121
START-STOP
124
Fatigue detection (break recommendation)
126
Tyre pressure monitoring
127
Hitch and trailer
129
Hitch
129
Trailer
134
General Maintenance
Care and maintenance
137
Services, modifications and technical
alterations
137
Washing vehicle
140
Cleaning vehicle exterior
141
Interior care
145
Inspecting and replenishing
148
Fuel
148
Engine compartment
150
Engine oil
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WARNING (Continued)■Many layers of clothing and loose clothing (e. g. a winter coat over a jack-
et) do not allow you to be correctly seated and impairs proper operation of
the seat belts.■
Do not use clamps or similar items, which prevent the lash-lock function
of the seat from operating. A seat belt which is hanging too loose can re-
sult in injuries, as your body is moved forward by the kinetic energy pro-
duced in an accident and is then abruptly held firm by the belt.
■
The seat belts for the rear seats can only fulfil their function reliably
when the seat backrests are correctly locked into position » page 74.
WARNINGInformation on the care and maintenance of the safety belts■The belt webbing must always be kept clean. Soiled belts may impair
proper operation of the inertia reel » page 147.■
The seat belts must not be removed or changed in any way. Do not at-
tempt to repair the seat belts yourself.
■
Check the condition of all the seat belts on a regular basis. If any damage
to the seat belts, seat belt connections, inertia reel or the lock is detected,
the seat belt concerned must be replaced by a specialist garage.
■
Damaged seat belts which have been subjected to stress in an accident
and were therefore stretched, must be replaced - this is best done by a
specialist garage. The anchorage points of the belts must also be inspec-
ted. The anchorage points for the belts should also be checked.
Note
The national legal requirements must be observed when using seat belts.The physical principle of a frontal collisionFig. 4
Driver without a fastened seat belt/rear seat passenger without a
fastened seat belt
Read and observe
on page 12 first.
As soon as the vehicle is moving, so-called kinetic energy (the energy of mo-
tion) is produced, both in terms of the car as well as in terms of the occupants.
The magnitude of this kinetic energy depends essentially on the speed at
which the vehicle is travelling and on the weight of the vehicle, including the
occupants. The greater the speed and weight increase, the greater the
amount of energy which has to be absorbed in the event of an accident.
The speed of the vehicle is the most important factor. Doubling the speed of
the vehicle from 25 km/h up to 50 km/hour increases the kinetic energy four
times.
The notion that it is possible to support your body with your hands in a minor
accident is incorrect. Even in a collision at only a low speed, the forces acting
on the body are such that it is no longer possible to support your body.
Even if you only drive at a speed of 30 km/h to 50 km/h, the forces that your body is exposed to in the event of an accident can exceed a ton (1,000 kg).
For example, a person's weight of 80 kg “increases” at 50 km/h to 4.8 tons (4,800 kg).
In the event of a frontal collision, occupants of the car not wearing a seat belt
are thrown forward and strike parts of the interior of the car, such as the
steering wheel, dash panel, windscreen in ways which cannot be controlled
» Fig. 4 - 
. In certain circumstances, you could even be thrown out of the ve-
hicle, which could cause life-threatening or even fatal injuries. 
13Seat belts

Belt height adjustment on the front seatsFig. 7
Front seat: Seat belt height ad-
juster
Read and observe on page 12 first.
The seat belt height adjuster makes it possible to adjust the routing of the
front seat belts in the area of the shoulder to the body size.
›
Press the height adjuster and move up or down in the desired direction
» Fig. 7 .
›
Then pull firmly on the belt to ensure that the seat belt height adjuster has
correctly locked in place.
Inertia reel and belt pre-tensioners
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Inertia reel
15
Belt tensioners
15
Inertia reel
Each seat belt is equipped with an inertia reel.
The seat belt can move freely when it is pulled slowly. The seat belt is locked
by the inertia reel when it is pulled suddenly.
The belts also lock under full braking, under acceleration, when driving down-
hill and when cornering.
WARNINGIf the seat belt does not lock when it is pulled sharply, have it inspected im-
mediately by a specialist garage.Belt tensioners
Safety for the driver and front passenger wearing their seat belts is enhanced
by the belt tensioners fitted to the inertia reels of the front three-point seat
belts.
The three-point seat belts are automatically tensioned in the event of a frontal
collision of a certain severity. The belt tensioners can also be deployed if the
seat belts are not fastened.
The seat belts are automatically tensioned in the event of a collision of a cer-
tain severity.
Belt tensioners are not activated in the event of minor frontal collisions, side
and rear-end collisions, in the case of a roll-over and also not in accidents in
which no major forces are produced.WARNING■ Any work on the belt tensioner system including removal and installation
of system components because of other repair work, must only be carried
out by a specialist garage.■
The protective function of the system is only adequate for a single acci-
dent. If the belt tensioners have been deployed, it is then necessary to re-
place the entire system.
Note
■ Smoke is generated when the belt tensioners are deployed. This is not an in-
dication of a fire in the vehicle.■
When disposing of the vehicle or parts of the belt tensioner system, it is im-
portant to comply with national legal requirements. ŠKODA service partners
are familiar with these regulations and will be able to provide you with de-
tailed information.
15Seat belts

Odometer
The odometer indicates the total distance which the vehicle has been driven.
Read and observe on page 29 first.
›
Switch on the ignition.
›
Press and hold the button
5
» Fig. 20 on page 30 or » Fig. 21 on page 30
until the time is shown.
›
Release the button
5
and the system switches to the time setting function.
›
Press the button
5
again and set the hours.
›
Wait around 4 seconds - the system switches to the minutes setting.
›
Press the button
5
again and set the minutes.
›
Wait around 4 seconds - the system switches to the minutes setting.
The time can also be set in the Infotainment » operating instructions for Info-
tainment , chapter Device settings .
Viewing the charge level of the vehicle battery
Read and observe
on page 29 first.
›
Switch off the ignition.
›
Press and hold the button
5
» Fig. 20 on page 30 or » Fig. 21 on page 30
until Battery status or BATTERY SOC is shown in the Display.
›
Release the button
5
- the current charge level 1)
of the vehicle battery is
displayed in %.
›
Wait about 4 seconds or press the
5
key and the system will return to the
home setting.
Warning lights
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
 Handbrake
34
 Brake system
34
 Seat belt warning light
34

 Central warning light
34
 Power Steering / steering lock (engine start push-button)34Stability Control (ESC) / Traction Control (ASR)35

Traction control system (TCS) off
35
 Anti brake system (ABS)
36
 Rear fog light
36
 Exhaust inspection system
36

Glow plug system (diesel engine)
36
 Engine performance check (petrol engine)
36
 Airbag system
36
 Tyre pressure
37
 Fuel reserve
37

 Turning signal system
37
 Trailer turn signal lights
37
 Fog lights
38
 Cruise control / speed limiter
38
 Brake pedal (automatic transmission)
38
 Main beam
38
The warning lights indicate certain functions or faults.
Some warning lights can be accompanied by acoustic signals and messages in
the display of the instrument cluster.
After switching on the ignition, some warning lights light up briefly as a func-
tion test.
If the tested systems are OK, the corresponding warning lights go out a few
seconds after switching on the ignition or after starting the engine.
The condition of some features and systems is shown by the warning icons on
the display » page 38.
The warning lights are at the following locations in the instrument cluster
» Fig. 20 on page 30 or » Fig. 21 on page 30 .
› Revolutions counter
1
›Speedometer
3
›Bar with warning lights
4

1)
Applies to vehicles with START-STOP system.
33Instruments and warning lights

 Anti brake system (ABS)Read and observe
on page 34 first.
If the warning light 
is illuminated , there is a fault in the ABS.
The following message is shown in the information cluster display. Error: ABS
ABS ERROR
The vehicle will only be braked by the normal brake system without the ABS.
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
WARNING■ A fault to the ABS system or the braking system can increase the vehi-
cle's braking distance – there is a risk of an accident occurring!■
If warning light 
illuminates simultaneously with warning light 
» page 34 , 
Brake system , 
do not continue your journey! Seek help
from a specialist garage.
 Rear fog light
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
The warning light 
lights up when the rear fog light is switched on.
 Exhaust inspection system
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
If the warning light 
is illuminated , there is a fault in the exhaust inspection
system. The system allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
 Glow plug system (diesel engine)
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
There is a fault in the glow plug system if the warning light 
does not come
on or lights up continuously .
If the warning light  begins
to flash while driving, a fault exists in the engine
control. The system allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
 Engine performance check (petrol engine)
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
If the warning light 
illuminates , there is a fault in the engine control. The
system allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
 Airbag system
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
Fault with airbag system
If the warning light 
is illuminated and the following message appears in the
instrument cluster display, there is a fault with the airbag system.
Error: Airbag
AIRBAG ERROR
The functionality of the airbag system is monitored automatically even if one
of the airbags is switched off.
The front passenger airbag has been disabled with the key switch
› The warning light

lights up for about 4 seconds after the ignition has been
switched on.
› The warning light
 beneath the text

 in the centre of the
dash panel lights up after the ignition is switched on » page 21, Switching off
the front passenger airbag .
One of the airbags or a belt tensioner has been disabled by the diagnostic tool
› The warning light

lights up for approximately 4 seconds after the ignition
is switched on and then flashes again for approximately 12 seconds.
› The following message is shown in the information cluster display.
Airbag / belt tensioner deactivated.
AIRBAG/ BELT TENSIONER OFF
WARNINGIf a fault in the airbag system occurs, there is a risk of the system not being
triggered in the event of an accident! Therefore, this must be checked im-
mediately by a specialized garage.36Operation

›Store the speed limit by confirming the set value, or wait several seconds.
Your settings will be saved automatically.
This allows you to set the speed in 5 km/h intervals.
Adjusting the speed limit while the vehicle is moving›
Select the menu item Warning at ( 
) or 
( 
).
›
Drive at the desired speed, e.g. 50 km/h.
›
Confirm the current speed as the speed limit.
If you wish to adjust the set speed limit, you can do so in 5 km/h intervals (e.g.
the accepted speed of 47 km/h increases to 50 km/h or decreases to 45 km/h).
›
+Store the speed limit, or wait several seconds; your settings will be saved
automatically.
Change or disable speed limit
›
Select the menu item Warning at (
 ) or
 (
).
›
By confirming the stored value, the speed limit is disabled.
›
By reconfirming, the option to change the speed limit is activated.
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.
Service interval display
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Displaying the distance and days until the next service interval
48
Service messages
48
Resetting the service interval display
49
The service interval display shows the time and mileage to the next service
event.
The information regarding the service intervals can be found in the service
schedule.
Note
Information is retained in the Service Interval Display even after the vehicle
battery is disconnected.Displaying the distance and days until the next service interval
There is always the option to display the remaining days and miles until the
next service date in the display.›
Switch on the ignition.
›
Press the button
5
» Fig. 20 on page 30 or » Fig. 21 on page 30 and hold
down until the menu item Service appears in the display.
›
Release the button
5
.
The icon 
appears in the display, as well as the following message for exam-
ple.
Oil change in … km or Oil change in … days
OIL CHANGE IN ... DAYS or OIL CHANGE IN …

› Press the button
5
and the system switches to the home setting.
Service messages
Messages before reaching the scheduled service date
Before the next service date has been reached, the symbol  as well as a mes-
sage about the mileage or days until the next service event appears in the dis-
play after switching on the ignition.
This indicator decreases in steps of 100 km or in days.
Messages upon reaching scheduled service date
Once the service interval is reached, the icon  appears in the display after the
ignition is switched on, as well as the following message, for example.
Oil change now!
OIL CHANGE NOW
or Inspection now!
INSPECTION NOW
or Oil change and inspection now!
OIL CHAN_ AND INSPECTION NOW
48Operation

The following information must be observed » page 40,  Coolant .
The coolant temperature can be reduced by switching on the heating.WARNING■ Always drive particularly carefully with the trailer.■Adapt your speed to the conditions of the road surface and to the traffic
situation.
CAUTION
If you tow a trailer frequently, you should also have your vehicle inspected be-
tween service intervals.
Anti-theft alarm system
When the vehicle is locked, the alarm is activated when the electrical connec-
tion to the trailer is interrupted.
Always switch off the anti-theft alarm system before a trailer is coupled or un-
coupled » page 54 .
Conditions for including a trailer in the anti-theft alarm system. The vehicle is factory-fitted with an anti-theft alarm system and towing
equipment.
The trailer is electrically connected to the towing vehicle by means of the
trailer socket.
The electrical system of the vehicle and trailer is functional.
The vehicle is locked with the vehicle key and the anti-theft alarm system
is activated.
CAUTION
For technical reasons, trailers with rear LED lights cannot be connected to the
anti-theft alarm system.136Driving

The ŠKODA Service Partners are up-to-date on the legally required tests and
will prepare the vehicle for the tests as part of a service operation if required,
or will be responsible for carrying out these tests. The specialist garages can
carry out the specified tests directly, if required by the customer, if they are
authorised to do so. This saves you time and money.
Even if you want to take your vehicle to an officially approved test centre for
prior checking in preparation of a legally required test, we recommend that you
consult the service consultant of your ŠKODA Service Partner beforehand.
Based on their appraisal, the service consultant will tell you which areas you
should focus on in order to ensure that your vehicle will pass the technical test
without any problems. This allows you to avoid additional expenses resulting
from a possible subsequent test.
ŠKODA Service Partners
Read and observe
on page 137 first.
ŠKODA Service Partners are equipped with modern, specially developed tools
and equipment. Here, trained specialists have access to a comprehensive
range of ŠKODA Original Parts and ŠKODA Original Accessories for carrying out
modifications, repairs and technical alterations.
All ŠKODA service partners operate according to the latest guidelines and in-
structions from ŠKODA AUTO a.s. All service and repair work is therefore car-
ried out on time and to the appropriate quality. Adhering to these instructions
and guidelines helps ensure road safety and helps keep your vehicle in a good
technical condition.
ŠKODA Service Partners are therefore properly prepared to service your vehicle
and to provide quality work. We therefore advise you to have all modifications,
repairs and technical alterations to your vehicle carried out by a ŠKODA Service
Partner.
ŠKODA Original parts
Read and observe
on page 137 first.
We recommend the use of ŠKODA Genuine Parts for your vehicle, since these
parts are approved by ŠKODA AUTO a.s. They correspond exactly to ŠKODA
AUTO a.s. specifications in respect of design, dimensional accuracy and materi-
al and are identical to the components used in the batch production.
ŠKODA AUTO a.s. can guarantee the safety, suitability, and long life of these
products. We therefore recommend that you only use ŠKODA Genuine Parts.
ŠKODA AUTO a.s. supplies the market with a complete range of ŠKODA Genu-
ine Parts not only while the model is still in production but with wear-and-tear parts for at least 15 years after the end of series production and with all other
vehicle parts for at least 10 years.
ŠKODA service partners are liable for any defects in ŠKODA original parts for a
period of 2 years after sale in accordance with materials defect liability under
the law unless otherwise agreed in the purchase agreement. You should keep
the confirmed warranty certificate and the receipt for these components for
this period, so that the commencement of the warranty term may be verified.
Body repairs
ŠKODA vehicles are designed so that if the body suffers damage, it is only nec-
essary to replace those parts which are in fact damaged.
Before you decide to have damaged body parts replaced, however, you should first contact your specialist garage to determine whether or not such parts can
also be repaired. Repairs to body parts are usually cheaper.
ŠKODA Original accessories
Read and observe
on page 137 first.
You should note the following if you wish to fit accessories to your vehicle:
We recommend that you use ŠKODA Genuine Accessories in your vehicle.
ŠKODA AUTO a.s. offers a warranty on the reliability, safety and suitability for
your particular vehicle of these accessories. Although we constantly monitor
the market, we are not able to assess or offer a warranty on other products
even though in some instances such products may have a type approval or
may have been approved by a nationally recognised approval authority.
All accessory products go through a fastidious process of technical develop-
ment (technical tests) and quality inspection (customer tests), and only if all
tests are positive does the product become a ŠKODA Genuine Accessory.
Our ŠKODA Genuine Accessories service also provides expert advice and pro-
fessional fitting if requested by the customer.
ŠKODA Service Partners are liable for any defects in ŠKODA Genuine Parts for a period of 2 years after installation or delivery in accordance with materials de-
fect liability legislation, unless otherwise agreed in the purchase contract or in 
138General Maintenance