
With repeated pressing of the switch, the intensity of the heating is reduced
until it is switched off.
The level of the seat heating is indicated by the number of illuminated warning
lights in the switch.WARNINGIf you have impaired sensitivity to pain and/or temperature, e.g. through
medication, paralysis or because of chronic illness (e.g. diabetes), we rec-
ommend not to use the seat heating. There is a possibility of suffering from
difficult to heal burns. If the seat heating is used, we recommend to make
regular 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.
CAUTION
The following instructions should be observed to avoid damage to the seats.■Do not kneel on the seats or otherwise apply concentrated pressure to them.■
Do not turn on the seat heating for any seats that are not occupied.
■
Do not switch on the seat heating if the seat in question has objects attach-
ed to or placed on it, for example a child seat, a bag, etc.
■
Do not switch on the seat heating if the seat in question has additional pro-
tective covers or protective covers on it
Note
If the on-board voltage decreases, the seat heating switches off automatically
» page 115 , Automatic load deactivation .
Folding front passenger seat
Fig. 54
Folding the front passenger seat
forward
The front passenger seat can be folded forward into a horizontal position.
Folding forward›Place the lever in position 1 » Fig. 54 .›
Remove the seat rest in the direction of the arrow
2
.
The locking mechanism must audibly snap into place.
›
Slide the seat forwards up to the stop.
Folding backwards
›
Place the lever in position
1
» Fig. 54 .
›
Fold the seat backrest in the opposite direction of the arrow
2
.
The locking mechanism must audibly snap into place.
›
Move the seat backwards until the stop.
When fitted with the Easy Entry system and the memory function, the seat
adopts the position set when moving backwards which was set when the seat
backrest was folded forwards.
WARNING■ The front passenger airbag should be switched off when transporting ob-
jects on the seat backrest that has been folded forwards » page 18.■
Only adjust the seat backrest when the vehicle is stationary.
■
When moving the seat backrest, make sure that the seat backrest has
been properly secured – check by pulling on the seat backrest.
■
If the seat backrest is folded, passengers may only be transported on the
outer seat behind the driver.
■
When moving the seat backrest, keep limbs out of the area between the
seat and seat backrest – risk of injury!
■
Never transport the following items on the seat backrest when folded
forwards. ■ Objects that could restrict the driver's view.
■ Objects which make it impossible for the driver to control the vehicle,
e.g. if they roll under the pedals, or could protrude into the driver's zone. ■ Objects which could lead to injury to passengers due to a change of di-
rection or braking manoeuvre when accelerating sharply.
56Using the system

Driving
Starting-off and Driving
Starting and turning off the engine
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Electronic immobilizer
75
Lock/unlock steering lock
76
Ignition on / off and start the engine
76
Switch off engine
76
With the key in the ignition, the ignition can be switched on and off and the
engine can be started / stopped.
WARNING■ While driving with the engine stopped, the ignition must always be
switched on » page 76, Ignition on / off and start the engine .
■ With the ignition off, the steering may lock » page 76 - danger of an
accident!■
Do not withdraw the ignition key from the ignition lock until the vehicle
has come to a stop » page 80, Parking . Otherwise, the steering may lock -
danger of an accident!
■
Never leave the key in the vehicle when you exit the vehicle. Unauthor-
ized persons, such as children, for example, could lock the car, turn on the
ignition or start the engine - there is a danger of injury, accidents and dam-
age!
■
Never leave the vehicle unattended with the engine running - there is
risk of accident, damage or theft!
■
Never switch off the engine before the vehicle is stationary – risk of acci-
dent!
WARNING■ Never (e.g. in garages) run the engine in a closed place - there is the dan-
ger of poisoning and death!■
Do not leave any items (e.g. cloths or tools) in the engine compartment.
This presents a fire hazard and the risk of engine damage.
■
Never cover the engine with additional insulation material (e.g. with a
cover) – risk of fire!
CAUTION
■ Only start the engine when the engine and the vehicle are stationary - there
is a danger of starter and engine damage!■
Do not push-start the engine – risk of damaging the engine and the catalytic
converter. The battery from another vehicle can be used as a jump-start aid
» page 129 .
Note
Do not warm up the engine while the vehicle is stationary. If possible, start
your journey as soon as the engine has started. Through this, the engine rea-
ches its operating temperature faster.
Electronic immobilizer
Read and observe
and on page 75 first.
The electronic immobiliser (hereinafter: immobiliser) makes the attempted
theft or unauthorised use of your vehicle more difficult.
An electronic chip is integrated in the head of the key. The immobiliser is deac-
tivated with the aid of this chip when the key is inserted in the ignition lock.
As soon as the ignition key is removed from the ignition lock the immobiliser is
automatically activated.
Operational problems
It is not possible to start the engine if there is a failure of the components in
the immobiliser key.
Use the other vehicle key to start the engine; if necessary, seek help from a
specialist garage.
75Starting-off and Driving

Wiper bladesRead and observe
and on page 97 first.
Clean the wiper blades regularly with a glass cleaner. The wiper blades should
be cleaned with a sponge or cloth if they are heavily soiled by insect residues,
for example.
The wiper blades can become soiled with wax residues after washing in auto-
matic vehicle wash systems for example.
Interior care
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Natural leather
100
Artificial leather, materials and Alcantara ®
101
Seat covers
101
Safety belts
102
We recommend using vehicle care products from ŠKODA Original Accessories.
These are available from ŠKODA Partners. The usage instructions on the pack-
age must be observed.
WARNING■ Vehicle care products may be harmful to your health if not used according
to the instructions.■
Always keep the vehicle care products safe from people who are not com-
pletely independent, e.g. children - there is a danger of poisoning!
■
Air fresheners and scents can be hazardous to heath when the tempera-
ture inside the vehicle is high.
CAUTION
■ Be sure to check clothing for colour fastness to avoid any damage or visible
stains on the material (leather), panels and textiles.■
Remove fresh stains such as those from ball-point pens, ink, lipstick, shoe
polish, etc., from the material (leather), panels and textiles as quickly as possi-
ble.
■
Do not attach scents or air fresheners to the dash panel – there is a risk of
damage to the dash panel.
■ Do not attach any stickers to the filaments or glass antenna - there is risk of
damage.■
Do not clean the roof panelling with a brush – risk of damage to the surface
of the panelling.
■
Cleaner that contain solvents can damage the material being cleaned.
■
Apply only a small amount of the cleaning and care product.
Note
Due to the special tools and knowledge required, and to avoid any potential
problems with the cleaning and care of the interior of your vehicle, we recom-
mend that cleaning and care of the interior of your vehicle be carried out by a
ŠKODA service partner.
Natural leather
Read and observe
and on page 100 first.
The leather needs, depending on the strain placed on it, regular cleaning andmaintenance.
Dust and dirt in pores and creases cause abrasions on the surface and lead to
premature embrittlement of the leather surface. Therefore, they must be re-
moved regularly at short intervals with a cloth or vacuum cleaner.
Clean soiled leather surfaces with a water-dampened cotton or woollen cloth
and then dry with a clean, dry cloth »
.
Clean severely soiled areas with a cloth soaked in a mild soap solution (2 ta-
blespoons of neutral soap to 1 litre of water).
To remove stains , use a cleaning agent specially designed for this purpose.
Treat the leather periodically with a suitable leather protector and use a skin
care cream with light blocker and impregnation after each cleaning.
CAUTION
■ Ensure that no part of the leather is soaked through during cleaning and that
no water gets into the seams. Otherwise, the leather could become brittle or
cracked.■
Avoid leaving the vehicle for lengthy periods in bright sunlight to avoid the
leather from bleaching. If the vehicle is parked in the open for lengthy periods,
protect the leather from direct sunlight by covering it.
■
The use of an additional mechanical steering wheel lock may damage the
leather surface of the steering wheel.
100General Maintenance

▶Remove any spark producing or incendiary items from the car and immedi-
ately switch off.
▶ Do not continue if the odour persists.
Seek help from a specialist garage to correct the gas system fault.
Regular gas system checks must be carried out in a specialist workshop on
natural gas-powered vehicles.WARNINGDo not underestimate the smell of gas in the car or when refuelling - it may
result in fire, explosion and injury.
Engine compartment
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Opening and closing the bonnet
107
Engine compartment overview
108
Radiator fan
108
Windscreen washer system
108WARNINGInjuries or scolding or risks of accident or fire may occur when working in
the engine compartment. For this reason, it is essential to comply with the
warning instructions outlined below and with the general applicable safety
rules. The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area!WARNINGInstructions before beginning work in the engine compartment■Turn off the engine and remove the ignition key.■
Firmly apply the handbrake.
■
For vehicles with manual transmission the lever into the neutral position.
■
For vehicles with automated manual transmission, shift the lever to posi-
tion N.
■
Allow the engine to cool.
■
Never open the bonnet if you can see steam or coolant escaping from the
engine compartment – risk of scalding! Wait until no more steam or coolant
is escaping.
WARNINGInformation for working in the engine compartment■Keep all people, especially children, away from the engine compartment.■
Never touch the radiator fan. The fan might suddenly start running!
■
Do not touch any hot engine parts – risk of burns!
WARNINGInformation for working in the engine compartment with the engine run-
ning■
Pay particular attention to moving engine parts, e.g. V-ribbed belt, gener-
ator, radiator fan - danger to life!
■
Never touch the electric wiring on the ignition system.
■
Avoid short circuits in the electrical system, particularly on the vehicle's
battery.
■
Always make sure that no jewellery, loose clothing or long hair can get
caught in rotating engine parts – risk to life! Always remove any jewellery,
tie back long hair and wear tight fitting clothing before completing any
work.
WARNINGInformation for working on the fuel system or the electrical system■Always disconnect the vehicle battery from the electrical system.■
Do not smoke.
■
Never work near open flames.
■
Always have a functioning fire extinguisher nearby.
WARNING■ Read and observe the information and warning instructions on the fluid
containers.■
Keep the working fluids in sealed original containers and safe from peo-
ple who are not completely independent, e.g. children.
■
Never spill operating fluids over the hot engine - risk of fire.
■
If you intend to work underneath the vehicle, you must secure the vehicle
from rolling away and support it with suitable supporting blocks; the car
jack is not sufficient – risk of injury!
CAUTION
Always top up using the correct specification of fluids. This may result in major
operating problems and also vehicle damage! 106General Maintenance

Central locking button40
Change engine oil
109
Change engine oil
109
Changing Bulb in the tail light
141
Front turn signal bulb139
light bulb in tail light141
Low beam and high beam bulb - halogen head- lights
139
Wheels123
Changing a wheel Follow-up work
126
Preliminary work123
Changing wheels Wheel removal and fix
126
Charging a vehicle battery114
Checking Battery electrolyte level
114
Brake fluid112
Coolant111
Engine oil109
Oil level109
Windscreen washer fluid108
Checks Statutory checks
92
Children and safety19
Child safety Side airbag
21
Child safety lock42
Child seat Classification
21
ISOFIX22
on the front passenger seat20
TOP TETHER24
Use of child seats22
Use of ISOFIX child seats23
Chrome parts Refer to vehicle maintenance
98
Cigarette lighter60
City Safe Drive89
Disable/Enable90
Operation89
warning symbol38
Clean Anodized parts
98
Chrome parts98
Cleaning Alcantara
101
and maintaining belts102
artificial leather101
headlight glasses98
materials101
natural leather100
plastic parts98
seats covers of the electrically heated seats101
wheels99
Cleaning safety belt
102
Cleaning seat covers
101
Cleaning the interior artificial leather
101
Seat covers101
Cleaning the vehicle exterior Cavity protection
99
Decorative films97
Door locking cylinder99
Headlight glasses98
Protective films97
Under-body protection99
Vehicle paintwork97
wheels99
Windows and external mirrors98
Cleaning vehicle95
Cleaning vehicle exterior96
Anodized parts98
Chrome parts98
Plastic parts98
Rubber seals98
Wiper blades100
Clean interior Safety belt
102
Clothes hook63
CNG105
Fuel reserve display29
refuelling104
Refuelling104
Sticker105
Cockpit 12-Volt power outlet
61
Ashtray61
Cigarette lighter60
General view27
Light50
storage compartments58
useful equipment58
compartments58
Components of the puncture repair kits127
Compressed natural gas see CNG
105
Computer see multi-function display
31
Conserving the vehicle paintwork see vehicle care
97
convenience turn signal48
Coolant110
Checking111
Replenishing111
Warning light35
Correct routing of seat belt
12
Correct seated position8
Front passenger10
Rear seats10
Correct seat position Driver
9
Counter for distance driven30
148Index

cruise controloperation88
operation Description88
Cruise control system Warning light
38
Cruise Control System88
Cup holders59
D
DAY LIGHT see Daylight running lights
48
Daylight running lights48
De-icing windows
98
Deactivating an airbag17
Decorative films97
Defrosting rear window51
Delayed locking of the boot lid see boot lid
43
Departure angle145
Digital Clock Time
33
Dimmed headlights47
Dipstick109
Disconnecting and reconnecting vehicle battery
115
Display Service interval
30
Display of fuel reserve
29
Disposal Acceptance and recycling of used vehicles
95
Distance driven30
Door Child safety lock
42
Closing41
Emergency locking132
Opening41
Door opening lever locking of42
unlocking of42
Drive Driving through water
84
Driving Emissions
143
Fuel consumption143
through water84
Top speed146
Trailer operation95
E
Economical driving Tips
83
EDL86
Electric Windows44
Button in driver's door44
Button in the front passenger door44
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL)86
Electronic immobilizer75
Emergency Changing a wheel
123
Hazard warning light system49
Jump-starting129
Locking the door without a locking cylinder132
Towing the vehicle130
Tyre repair127
Emergency equipment Jack
122
Reflective vest122
Vehicle tool kit122
Warning triangle122
Emissions143
Engine Running-in
83
Switch off engine76
Engine compartment106
Brake fluid112
Overview108
Vehicle battery112
Engine number142
engine oil specification
109
Engine oil109
Checking109
Replenishing110
Warning light35
EPC Warning light
37
ESC Operation
85
Warning light36
Exhaust inspection system Warning light
37
F
Films
97
Fog Lights49
Foldable hook63
Footmats80
see footmats80
Force limit Sliding/tilting roof
45
Force limiter Sliding/tilting roof
46
Front airbag15
fuel lead-free petrol
103
Fuel102
CNG105
Fuel reserve display29
refer to Fuel102
Refuelling103
Refuelling - natural gas104
Fuel consumption143
149Index

Puncture repair kit127
R
Radiator fan
108
Radio4
Raising the vehicle125
Rear-view mirror Exterior mirrors
53
Rear fog light49
Warning light37
Rear mirror52
Rear view mirror Interior mirror
53
Rear window heating51
Rear windows Closing
45
Opening45
Recirculation70
Refuelling103
Fuel103
Fuel - natural gas104
Regulation Lighting range
47
Remote control Locking
40
Replacing the battery132
Synchronisation process132
Unlocking40
Remote control key Replacing the battery
132
Repairs and technical alterations92
Replace vehicle battery
115
Replace vehicle battery
115
Replacing Bulb for daytime running lights and parkinglights
139
Bulb for the fog light140
Bulb for the licence plate light140
Bulbs138
Fuses134
Fuses in the dash panel135, 136
Fuses in the engine compartment137
Rear window wiper blade134
Windscreen wiper blades133
Replenishing Coolant
111
Engine oil110
Windscreen washer fluid108
Roof Load
68
Roof rack67
mounting points68
Roof load68
Rubber seals98
Running-in Brake linings
83
Engine83
Tyres83
S
SAFE See Safe securing system
41
SAFELOCK See Safe securing system
41
Safe securing system41
Safety8
Child safety19
Child safety seats19
Correct seated position8
Head restraints54
ISOFIX22
TOP TETHER24
Save electrical energy83
Save fuel83
Seals Vehicle care
98
SeatAdjusting54
Seat belt height adjustment
12
Warning icon38
Seat belts11
Belt tensioners13
fastening and unfastening13
Inertia reels13
The physical principle of a frontal collision12
Warning light34
Seat features55
Seats Folding front passenger seat
56
Head restraints54
Heating55
Seat backrests57
Seats and head restraint54
Service93
Service display30
Setting33
Seat belt height12
seats and head restraints54
Settings Interior mirror
53
Setting the33
Shift Gear recommendation
30
Information on the gear changed30
Side airbag17
Sidelights47
Sliding/tilting roof Closing
45
Sliding / tilting roof Malfunction
46
Sliding/tilting roof Opening and tilting
45
Operation45
Sunblind46
Snow chains121
152Index

Spare wheel119
stow123
take out123
Speed symbol See Wheels
120
Spoiler94
Stabilisation system85
Stability Control (ESC)85
Staring engine Jump-starting
129
START-STOP77
control symbol38
Jump-starting129
Manually deactivating/activating the system78
operation77
START-STOP system77
Starting engine Jump-starting
129
Start the engine76
Stating and turning off the engine75
Steering wheel correct posture
9
setting9
Stopping80
Storage58
Storage compartment in the front centre console
59
on the driver's side58
on the front passenger side62
with cover on the passenger side62
Storage compartments58
Stowage compartment on front of the rear seats
64
Sunblind operation
46
Sun visors51
Switch off the ignition76
Switch on the ignition76
T
Tachometer
29
Taking care of the vehicle Pressure Washer
96
Taking care of your vehicle Automatic car wash system
96
Washing by hand95
Wash system96
TCS Operation
85
Technical data142
Tiptronic see automatic gearbox
82
Tools122
Top speed146
TOP TETHER24
Towing130
Towing device95
Towing eye131
Traction control (TCS)85
Transport Luggage compartment
64
Roof rack67
Transporting58
Transporting children safely19
Triangle122
Turn signal48
Turn signal system Warning light
38
Two-way radio systems72
Tyre Damage
119
Explanation of the label120
see wheels120
Tyre load-bearing capacity See Wheels
120
Tyre pressure117
Warning light36
Tyre pressure monitoring90
Display36
Save tyre pressure values91
Tyre repair General notes
128
Preparations128
Pressure test129
Sealing and inflating the tyre128
Tyres116
new83
Tyre pressure117
Wear and tear118
Wear indicator118
Tyre size120
see wheels120
U
Under-body Vehicle care
99
Under-body protection99
Unlock Key
40
Unlocking Remote control
40
Unlocking and locking39
Used vehicles Acceptance and recycling
95
Useful equipment Ashtray
61
Car park ticket holder58
Cigarette lighter60
Clothes hook63
Cup holders59
Multimedia holder62
Storage compartment58
V
Vehicle battery Automatic load deactivation
115
charging114
153Index