2014 SKODA FABIA trailer

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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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

 Tyre pressureRead and observe
on page 34 first.
The warning light 
is illuminated
If the warning light 
comes on while driving, it means one of the tyres has
undergone a pressure change.
An audible signal sounds as a warning signal.
›
Immediately reduce speed and avoid sudden steering and braking manoeu-
vres.
›
Stop the vehicle, turn the ignition off and check the tyres and their inflation
pressure » page 162 .
›
Correct the tyre pressure, if necessary or replace the affected wheel
» page 170 or use the repair kit » page 173.
›
Store the tyre pressure values in the system
» page 127.
The indicator light  flashes for about 1 min. and remains lit
If the warning light  flashes for approximately 1 min. and stays on, there may
be a fault in the system of tyre pressure monitoring.
›
Stop the vehicle, turn the ignition off and start the engine again.
If the warning light  flashes again after the engine has started, there is a
system error.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
The following reasons can also apply if the warning light  is illuminated.
› The vehicle is loaded on one side. Distribute loads as evenly as possible.
› The wheels of one axle are loaded more heavily (e.g. when towing a trailer or
when driving uphill or downhill).
› Snow chains are fitted.
› A wheel has been changed.
Store the tyre pressure values in the system » page 127.
CAUTION
Under certain circumstances (e.g. sporty style of driving, wintry or unpaved
roads) the warning light  in the instrument cluster can be delayed or does
not light up at all.NoteThe  warning light comes on after the ignition is switched on if the vehicle's
battery has been disconnected and reconnected. If the indicator light does not
go out after moving a short distance, this means that there is an error in the
system. Seek help from a specialist garage.
 Fuel reserve
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
When the warning light 
is illuminated , this means there is a fuel reserve of
under around 7 litres left.
The following message is shown in the information cluster display. Please refuel. Range: ... km
PLEASE REFUEL RANGE …

An audible signal sounds as a warning signal.
CAUTION
Never drive until the fuel tank is completely empty! The irregular supply of fuel
can cause misfiring. This can result in considerable damage to parts of the en-
gine and the exhaust system.
Note
The text in the display goes out after refuelling and driving a short distance.
  Turning signal system
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
Either the left  or the right
 warning light
flashes depending on the position
of the turn signal lever.
If there is a fault in the turn signal system, the warning light flashes at twice
its normal rate. This does not apply when towing a trailer.
When the hazard warning light system is switched on, this will cause all of the
turn signal lights as well as both warning lights to flash.
 Trailer turn signal lights
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
If the warning light 
flashes , the trailer turn signal lights are turned on. 
37Instruments and warning lights

If a trailer is hitched and the warning light  is not flashing , one of the trailer
turn signal lights has failed.
The following message is shown in the information cluster display, for exam-
ple.
Trailer: check left turn signal!
TRAILER TURN SIG_ CHECK LEFT
The trailer must be unhitched properly » page 134, Trailer, connect and dis-
connect .
 Fog lights
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
The warning light 
illuminates when the fog lamps are operating.
 Cruise control / speed limiter
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
The indicator light illuminates
, when the vehicle is being controlled by the
cruise control or speed limiter.
The indicator light 
flashes , if the speed set by the speed limiter has been
exceeded.
 Brake pedal (automatic transmission)
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
If the warning light 
illuminates , operate the brake pedal.
 Main beam
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
The warning light 
illuminates when the main beam or the headlight flasher
is being operated.
Warning icons in the display
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
 Automatic transmission
39
 
Rear seat belt warning
39
 Alternator
39
 Coolant
40
 Engine oil pressure
40
 Engine oil level
40
 Lamp failure
41
 Diesel particulate filter (diesel engine)
41
 Windscreen washer fluid level
42

 START-STOP-system
42
 Display of a low temperature
42
 Distance warning (Front Assistant)
42
 Advance warning/emergency brake (Front Assistant)
42
The warning icons indicate the status of certain functions or faults.
The warning icons are indicated in the display of the instrument cluster
» page 31 .
Depending on the meaning of the warning icon, the icon  or
 will also illu-
minate in the bar with the warning lights
4
» Fig. 20 on page 30 or » Fig. 21
on page 30 .
SymbolMeaningDangerWarning
While the operational faults remain unrectified, the messages are repeated.
After they are displayed for the first time, the symbols  or
 continue to be
displayed without any extra messages for the driver.
Some warning icons can be accompanied by acoustic signals and messages in
the instrument cluster display.
After switching on the ignition, some warning icons illuminate briefly as a
function test. 
38Operation

Child safety lockFig. 35
Back door: left/right
Read and observe
and on page 50 first.
The child safety lock prevents the rear door from being opened from the in- side. The door can only be opened from the outside.
Switching the child safety lock on and off » Fig. 35
Switching on
Switching off
You can switch the child safety lock on and off using the vehicle key.
Malfunctions
Read and observe
and on page 50 first.
Failure of the central locking
In the event of failure of central locking, the key can be used to lock or unlock
the driver's door alone. The other doors and the tailgate can be emergency
locked or emergency released.
› Unlocking / locking
» page 50 for vehicles without remote control.
› Unlocking / locking for vehicles with remote control
» page 180.
› Emergency locking of the door
» page 180.
› Emergency unlocking of the boot lid
» page 181.
Displaying an error
If the warning icon in the driver's door initially flashes quickly for around 2 sec-
onds, and then lights up for 30 seconds without interruption before flashing
again slowly, you will need to seek the assistance of a specialist garage.
Discharged battery in the remote control key
If the red warning light B » Fig. 30 on page 50 does not flash when you press
a button on the remote control key the battery is dead.
If the voltage of the battery in the remote control key is too low, the following
message appears in the display of the instrument cluster.
Change the key battery!
KEY BATTERY PLEASE CHANGE
Replace the battery » page 179.
Anti-theft alarm system

Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Activating/deactivating
55
Interior monitor and towing protection
55
The anti-theft alarm system increases the level of protection against theft and
break-in
The alarm system triggers audible and visual signals if an attempt is made to
break into the vehicle (hereafter referred to only as alarm).
Triggering the alarm
The alarm is triggered when the following unauthorized actions are carried out
on the locked vehicle.
› Opening the bonnet.
› Opening the boot lid.
› Opening the doors.
› Manipulation of the ignition lock.
› Towing the vehicle
» page 55.
› Movement in the vehicle
» page 55.
› Sudden and significant voltage failure of the electrical system.
› Uncoupling the trailer
» page 134, Trailer, connect and disconnect .
If the driver's door of a vehicle with a remote control is unlocked and opened by the lock cylinder, then the alarm is triggered.
Switching off the alarm
The alarm is turned off by pressing the  button on the radio remote control
key or switching on the ignition. 
54Operation

The windscreen wipers are on for more than 30 s.
The parking aid is activated.
The light turns off about 4 minutes after turning off the wipers.
The function can be activated/deactivated in the Infotainment » Infotainment
manual , chapter Vehicle settings (CAR button) .
CAUTION
Do not attach any stickers or similar objects in front of the light sensor on the
windscreen. This can impair its function or reliability.
Fog lights
Fig. 44
Light switch: Turn on front and
rear fog light
Read and observe on page 60 first.
Switching on/off
›
Turn the light switch to position 
, 
or 
» Fig. 44 .
›
Pull the light switch to position
1
.
The rear fog light is switched off in the reverse sequence.
The warning light 
lights up in the instrument cluster when the fog lights are
switched on » page 33.
Fog lights with the CORNER function
Read and observe
on page 60 first.
The CORNER function lights the front fog lamp on the relevant side of the ve-hicle to illuminate the area around the vehicle when turning, parking, etc.

The
CORNER function is switched on automatically if the following conditions
are met.
The turn signal is switched on or the front wheels are turned sharply to
the right or left 1)
.
The engine is running.
The vehicle is stopped or is travelling at a speed of no more than 40 km/h.
The low beam is switched on or the light switch is in the position 
and
the low beam is switched on.
The daytime running lights are not switched on.
The fog lights are not switched on.
Note
The two fog lights are switched on when you shift into the reverse gear.
Rear fog light
Read and observe
on page 60 first.
Switching on/off
›
Turn the light switch to position ,
 or

» Fig. 44 on page 63 .
›
Pull the light switch to position
2
.
If the vehicle is not fitted with fog lights, the rear fog light is switched on by
pulling out the light switch from setting  to the only possible setting.
The rear fog light is switched off in the reverse sequence.
The warning light  in the instrument cluster lights up when the rear fog light
is switched on » page 33.
Only the rear fog light on the trailer lights up if the vehicle has a factory-fitted towing device or a towing device from ŠKODA original accessories and it is
driven with a trailer.
COMING HOME / LEAVING HOME
Read and observe
on page 60 first.
COMING HOME (hereinafter referred to only as function) switches the light au-tomatically for a short time after leaving the vehicle. 
1)
If both switch-on conditions are conflicting, for example, if the front wheels are turned to the left and
the right turn signal light is switched on, the turn signal light has the higher priority.
63Lights and visibility

The fuel consumption, degree of pollution and vehicle wear depend on driving
style, road condition, weather conditions and the like.
Driving 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 44.
Avoid full throttle and high speeds
Fuel consumption will be halved if you drive at only three-quarters of the pos-
sible top speed of your vehicle.
Reducing idling
When the engine is switched off, such as when waiting in a traffic jam, the fuel
economy is already greater after 30 - 40 s than the fuel quantity which is re-
quired for engine re-start.
Avoid short distances
When driving a short distance of less than about 4 km, the engine cannot
reach its operating temperature. As long as the engine has not reached oper-
ating temperature, the fuel consumption is significantly higher than with the
engine hot.
Pay attention to the correct tyre inflation pressure being maintained
Further information » page 162.
Avoid unnecessary ballast
Per 100 kg of weight, consumption increases by about 1 l/100 km. At a speed of
100 - 120 km/h, a vehicle fitted with a roof rack cross member without a load
will use about 10 % more fuel than normal due to the increased aerodynamic
drag.
Saving electricity
Electrical consumers (e.g. seat heating, air conditioning and the like) should
only be turned on for as long as necessary.
Driving through water and driving off made-up roads
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Driving through water
114
Driving off paved roads
114WARNINGImmediately after driving through water, mud, slush and the like, braking
effectiveness will be temporarily impaired » page 107, Information for brak-
ing . For this reason, sudden and violent braking manoeuvres are to be avoi-
ded - there is a risk of accident!113Starting-off and driving

Parking aid
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Function
117
Activation/deactivation
118
Automatic system activation when moving forward
118
The parking aid (hereinafter referred to only as system) draws attention via
acoustic signals or the Infotainment display when manoeuvring around obsta-
cles in the vicinity of the vehicle.
The system uses ultrasound waves to calculate the distance between the
bumper and an obstacle. The ultrasonic sensors are, depending on vehicle
equipment,, located in the back or in the front bumper » Fig. 115 on page 117 .
WARNING■
The system only serves as an assistance and does not relieve the driver
of the responsibility for the vehicle operation.■
Moving persons or objects may not be recognised by the system sensors.
■
Under certain circumstances, surfaces of certain objects and types of
clothing cannot reflect the system signals. For this reason, such people or
objects may not be recognised by the system sensors.
■
External noise sources may affect the signals of the system sensors. Un-
der adverse conditions, this may cause objects or people to be not recog-
nised by the system.
■
Before reversing, you should make sure that there are no small obstacles,
such as rocks, thin posts, trailer drawbars etc. in front or behind your vehi-
cle. Such obstacles may not be recognised by the system sensors.
CAUTION
■ Keep the system sensors » Fig. 115 on page 117 clean, snow-and ice-free and
do not cover with any objects of any kind, otherwise the system functioning
may be impaired.■
Under adverse weather conditions (heavy rain, water vapour, very low or
high temperatures etc.) system function may be limited “incorrect obstacle de-
tection ”.
■
Additionally installed accessories such as e.g. bicycle carriers can impair the
system function.
FunctionFig. 114
System key (Version 2) / Sampled areas and range of sensors
Fig. 115
Fitting the ultrasonic sensors: front/rear
Read and observe
and on page 117 first.
Depending on the equipment, the following system versions can exist
» Fig. 114 .
› Version 1: warns of obstacles in the areas
C
,
D
.
› Version 2: warns of obstacles in the areas
A
,
B
,
C
,
D
.
Approximate range of sensors (in cm)
Area » Fig. 114Version 1
(3 sensors)Version 2
(7 sensors)A-120B-60C160160D6060 117Assist systems