The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display.Gearbox overheated. Stop. Owner's manual!
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and wait until the
icon goes out –
there is a risk of gearbox damage. You can continue your journey as soon as
the icon disappears.WARNINGIf you have to stop for technical reasons, park the vehicle at a safe distance
from the traffic, switch off the engine and switch on the hazard warning
lights system » page 63.
Note
■
Warning messages shown in the MAXI DOT display must be confirmed with
button B » Fig. 25 on page 37 to call up the main menu.■
As long as the operational faults are not rectified, the symbols are always in-
dicated again. After they are displayed for the first time, the symbols continue
to be indicated without any extra messages for the driver.
Warning lights
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Handbrake
39
Brake system
40
Seat belt warning light
40
Generator
40
Open door
40
Engine oil
40
Coolant
41
Power steering
42
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
42
Traction Control System (ASR)
42
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
42
The rear fog light
43
Bulb failure
43
Exhaust inspection system
43
Glow plug system (diesel engine)
43 EPC fault light (petrol engine)43 Diesel particulate filter (diesel engine)43
Fuel reserve
44
Airbag system
44
Tyre pressure
45
Windscreen washer fluid level
45
Traction control (TCS) switched off
45
Turning signal system
46
Low beam
46
Fog lights
46
Cruise control system
46
Selector lever lock
46
Main beam
46
The warning lights show certain functions/faults and may be accompanied by
audible signals.
WARNING■ If illuminated warning lights and the corresponding descriptions and
warning notes are not observed, this may result in severe injuries or major
vehicle damage.■
The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. There is a risk of
injuries, scalding, accidents and fire when working in the engine compart-
ment, e.g. inspecting and replenishing oil and other fluids. It is essential to
observe safety notes » page 145, Engine compartment .
Handbrake
Read and observe
on page 39 first.
The warning light comes on if the handbrake is applied. An audible warning
is also given if you drive the vehicle for at least 3 seconds at a speed of more
than 6 km/h.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Release parking brake!
39Instruments and Indicator Lights
In order to clean the filter, and where traffic conditions permit » , the vehicle
should be driven at an even speed of at least 60 km/h at engine speeds of 1
800 - 2 500 rpm for at least 15 minutes or until the warning light goes out with
the 4th or 5th gear engaged (automatic gearbox: position S) when the traffic
situation permits it.
The
warning light only goes out once the diesel particulate filter has been
successfully cleaned.
If the filter is not properly cleaned, the warning light
does not go out and
the warning light
begins to flash.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Diesel particulate filter: Owner's manual!
The engine control unit allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode. After
switching the ignition off and on again the indicator light, the indicator light
also lights up.
Seek help from a specialist garage.WARNING■ The diesel particulate filter reaches very high temperatures - there is a
fire hazard and serious injury could be caused. Therefore, never stop the
vehicle at places where the underside of your vehicle can come into contact
with flammable materials such as dry grass, undergrowth, leaves, spilled
fuel or such like.■
Always adjust your speed to suit weather, road, region and traffic condi-
tions. The recommendations indicated by the warning light must not tempt
you to disregard the national regulations for road traffic.
CAUTION
As long as the warning light lights up, one must take into account an in-
creased fuel consumption and in certain circumstances a power reduction of
the engine.Note■ We recommend avoiding regularly driving short distances to assist the com-
bustion process of the soot particles in the filter.■
Using diesel fuel with an increased sulphur content can considerably reduce
the service life of the filter. A ŠKODA Service Partner will be able to tell you
which countries use diesel fuel with a high sulphur content.
■
If the engine is turned off during the filter cleaning process or shortly after-
wards, the cooling fan may turn on automatically for a few minutes.
Fuel reserve
Read and observe
on page 39 first.
The indicator light will come on if the fuel level is less than 7 litres.
An audible signal sounds as a warning signal.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Please refuel. Range: ... km
Note
The text in the MAXI DOT display only goes out after the vehicle has been re-
fuelled and driven a short distance.
Airbag system
Read and observe
on page 39 first.
If the warning light
lights up, there is a fault in the airbag system.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display.
Error: Airbag
The operational capability of the airbag system is monitored electronically,
even if one of the airbags is switched off.
If a front, side or head airbag or belt tensioner has been switched off using
the vehicle system tester:
› The
warning light comes on for around 4 seconds after the ignition is
switched on and then flashes for approximately another 12 seconds at 2 sec-
ond intervals.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Airbag/belt tensioner deactivated.
44Operation
Central locking system49
lock51
unlock51
Changing brake fluid
152
bulbs178
Changing the bulb for fog light (Scout)181
Fog lights and daytime running lights bulbs180
Front parking light bulb180
Front turn signal bulb180
High beam bulb - halogen projector headlights 179, 180
light bulb in tail light
181
Low beam and high beam bulb - halogen head- lights
179
Wheels166
Changing a wheel Follow-up work
167
Preliminary work167
Remove and attaching a wheel167
Changing brake fluid
152
Charging a vehicle battery155
Check Fit ball head properly
128
Checking Battery electrolyte level
154
Brake fluid152
Coolant151
Engine oil149
Oil level149
Windscreen washer fluid147
Checks Statutory checks
132
Children and safety22
Child safety Side airbag
24
Child safety lock48
Child seat Classification
24
ISOFIX25
on the front passenger seat23
TOP TETHER26
Use of child seats24
Use of ISOFIX child seats25
Chrome parts refer to Taking care of your vehicle
137
Cigarette lighter82
Cleaning Alcantara
141
Covers of electrically heated seats141
Fabrics141
Headlight lenses138
Natural leather140
Plastic parts137
Synthetic leather141
Wheels139
Cleaning vehicle135
Climatronic95
automatic mode96
Control elements95
Controlling blower96
Defrosting windscreen97
Recirculated air mode96
Setting the temperature96
Clock32
Clothes hook83
Cockpit 12-volt power outlet
82
Ashtray81
Cigarette lighter82
General view29
Lighting63
Storage compartments83
Compartments83
Components of the puncture repair kits170
Computer see Multifunction display
33
Convenience turn signal61
Coolant150
Checking151
Display messages41
Replenishing151
Warning light41
Coolant temperature gauge display
31
Correct seated position9
Driver9
Front passenger10
Instructions11
Rear seats11
Counter for distance driven32
Cruise Control System121
Cupholders81
D
DAY LIGHT see Daylight running lights
60
Daylight running lights60
Deactivating an airbag20
Decorative films137
Defrosting rear window64
Delayed locking of the boot lid see boot lid
55
Diesel refer to Fuel
144
Diesel fuel Operation in winter
144
Diesel particulate filter43
display messages43
Digital clock32
Dimmed headlights59
Dipstick149
Display Service interval
36
Distance driven32
191Index