2015 SKODA CITIGO ECO mode

Structure and more information about the Owner's
Manual
Structure of the Owner's Manual
The Owner's Manual is hierarchically divided into the following areas.
■ Section (e.g. Safety) - the title of the Section is always indicated at the lower
left side ■ Main chapters (e.g. Airbag System) - the title of the main chapter is always
indicated at the lower right side ■ Chapter (e.g. Airbag Overview)
■  Introduction to the subject
- model overview within a chapter intro-
ductory information on the contents of the chapter; where appropriate,
comments relating to the whole chapter
■ Module (e.g. Front Airbags)
Information Search
When searching for information in the Owner´s Manual, we recommend using
the Index at the end of the manual.
Direction indications
All direction indications such as “left”, “right”, “front”, “rear” relate to the for- ward direction of travel of the vehicle.
Units of measurement
The volume, weight, speed and length data are given in metric units, unless
otherwise indicated.6Structure and more information about the Owner's Manual

You should shift into the next highest gear before the red scale of the revolu-
tion counter is reached, or select mode D on the automatic gearbox.
The gear recommendation is important to note in order to maintain the opti-
mum engine speed » page 30.
Avoid high engine speeds during the running-in period and before the engine
has warmed up to the operating temperature.
CAUTION
The pointer of the tachometer must reach the red area for only a short time -
there is a risk of engine damage!
Counter for distance driven
Fig. 22
Counter for distance travelled
(trip)
Read and observe on page 28 first.
Display » Fig. 22
Counter showing the distance travelled since the last reset (trip)
Odometer
Choose between the odometer display and the counter showing the distance
driven (trip)
›
Press down on button
3
» Fig. 18 on page 28 » Fig. 19 on page 28 briefly.
Reset counter for distance travelled (trip)
›
Select the counter for distance travelled (trip).
›
Press and hold the
3
» Fig. 18 on page 28 or » Fig. 19 on page 28 button.
Service interval display
Read and observe
on page 28 first.
The service interval display shows the mileage to the next service event.
Before the next service interval has been reached, the message   appears in
the instrument cluster display for some seconds and the remaining kilometres
are shown after switching on the ignition.
If the time of the service has been reached, an acoustic signal will sound and the message 
 
appears for a few seconds after switching on the ignition.
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.
Gear recommendation
Fig. 23
Recommended gear
Read and observe on page 28 first.
A correctly engaged gear or, where appropriate, a recommendation to shift up or down is shown in the display.
A correctly engaged gear helps to reduce the fuel consumption and assist the
service life and reliability of the engine.
Display » Fig. 23
Optimal gear engaged
Recommended gear
Recommended gear
The gear recommendation is intended only for vehicles with a manual trans-
mission or for vehicles with an automatic transmission in manual shift mode
(Tiptronic). 
30Using the system

The arrow symbol is shown after the name of the engaged gear.- Recommends that you change up to a higher gear
- Recommends that you change down to a lower gear
Gear recommendation - vehicles with manual transmission
The recommended gear and the arrow icon is displayed.
If e.g. 

appears, this means it would be beneficial to change up from a lower
gear into 3rd gear.
Gear recommendation - vehicles with automated manual transmission mode
for manual gearshifting (Tiptronic)
The currently engaged gear and the relevant arrow icon is displayed.
If .g 
 appears, this means it would be beneficial to change up from 3rd gear
to a higher gearWARNINGThe driver is always responsible for selecting the correct gear in different
driving situations, such as overtaking.
Multi-function display (MFD)
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Operation
31
Multifunction display details
31
Warning at excessive speeds
32
Memory
33

33
The driving data is displayed on the multifunction display.
The multifunction display only operates if the ignition is switched on. After the ignition is switched on, the function that was last selected before switching
off the ignition is displayed.
WARNING■ Concentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver you are fully
responsible for the operation of your vehicle.■
Even at temperatures of around +4 °C, black ice may still be on the road
surface! You should therefore not only rely on the outside temperature dis-
play for accurate information as to whether there is ice on the road.
Operation
Fig. 24
Buttons on the control lever
Read and observe on page 31 first.
Some features of the multi-function display can be operated with the buttons
on the control lever » Fig. 24.
Operation description
ButtonActionOperationABriefly push up or downSelect data / set data valuesBPress brieflyView information / confirm specificationPress and hold buttonReset memory
Multifunction display details
Read and observe
on page 31 first.
Overview of driving data (depending on the vehicle equipment).
Clock
The current time is displayed. 
31Instruments and control lights

Outside temperature
If the outside temperature drops below +4 °C, the temperature indicator ap-
pears and a snow flake symbol 
(display for low temperature) flashes for a
few seconds, then remains displayed together with the outside temperature.
Driving time
The time travelled since the memory was last erased is displayed.
The maximum time displayed is 19 hours and 59 minutes. The indicator is auto-
matically set back to zero if this value is exceeded.
Current fuel consumption
You can use this information to adapt your driving style to the desired fuel
consumption.
When the vehicle is stationary or moving slowly the fuel consumption is dis-
played in l/h (on models for some countries the following appears --,- km/l).
Average fuel consumption
The value is calculated continuously from the point the memory was last de-
leted.
After erasing the memory, no data will appear for the first 300 m driven.
Range
The detail provides information about the distance in km that can be travelled on the current tank, and with the same driving style.
If you drive more efficiently this value can increase.
Distance travelled
The distance travelled since the memory was last erased is displayed.
The maximum distance that can be displayed is 1999 km. The indicator is auto-
matically set back to zero if this value is exceeded.
Average speed
The value is calculated continuously from the point the memory was last de-
leted.
After erasing the memory, no data will appear for the first 300 m driven.
Current driving speed
The display is identical to the display on the speedometer.
Coolant temperature
If the coolant temperature is in the range 80-110 °C the engine operating tem-
perature has been reached.If the coolant temperature is below 80 °C or above 110 °C, avoid high engine
revs, full throttle and overloading the engine.
Warning against excessive speeds
Set the speed limit, for example, for the maximum permissible speed in town
» page 32 , Warning at excessive speeds .
Warning at excessive speeds
Read and observe
on page 31 first.
The system allows you to set a speed limit and when this is reached, an acous-
tic warning signal sounds. At the same time the message  (warning against
excessive speed) appears on the display with the set limit value.
Adjust the speed limit while the vehicle is stationary
›
Select and confirm the menu item  (warning when speed limit is exceeded).
›
Set the desired speed limit.
›
Confirm the set value, or wait several seconds; your settings will be saved
automatically.
The speed limit can be set in 5 km/h intervals.
Adjusting the speed limit while the vehicle is moving
›
Select and confirm the menu item  (warning when speed limit is exceeded).
›
Drive at the desired speed.
›
Confirm the current speed as the speed limit.
The set speed limit can be manually adjusted later if needed.
Deactivate speed limit
›
Select and confirm the menu item  (warning when speed limit is exceeded).
›
Confirm the speed limit entered.
The speed limit will be deactivated.
The set driving mode remains stored even after switching the ignition on and
off.
32Using the system

An audible signal sounds as a warning.›
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
pressures » page 117.
›
Correct the tyre pressure if necessary or replace the affected wheel
» page 123 or use the repair kit » page 127.
›
Save the tyre pressure values in the system » page 91.
System fault
 flashes for approximately 1 minute and remains lit - there may be a fault in
the tyre pressure monitoring system.
›
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.
Disconnecting the vehicle battery
If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the warning
light comes on after switching on the  ignition.
The warning light should go out after driving a short distance.
If, after a short drive, the indicator light does not go out, there is a system er-
ror.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
Other incidents
The following reasons can explain the warning light  being 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 mounted.
▶ A wheel has been changed.
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. Rear fog light
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
 lights up - the rear fog light is switched on.
 Exhaust inspection system
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
 lights up - there is a fault in the emission control system. The system allows
the vehicle to run in emergency mode.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
 Checking the engine electronics
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
 lights up - there is a fault in the electronic engine management system. The
system allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
 Airbag system
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
System fault
 lights up - there is a fault in the airbag system.
This also applies if the warning light does not come on when the ignition is
switched on.
The functionality of the airbag system is monitored automatically even if one
of the airbags is switched off.
One of the airbags or a belt tensioner has been disabled by the diagnostic
tool
 lights up for approximately 4 seconds after the ignition is switched on and
then flashes for approximately 12 seconds.
The front passenger airbag has been disabled with the key switch
 lights up for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on. 
37Instruments and control lights

Fig. 84
Controls of the air conditioning
Read and observe
and on page 69 first.
Individual functions can be adjusted by rotating or moving the controls, if nec-
essary by adjusting or pressing the button on and off.
Functions of the individual controls » Fig. 83 and » Fig. 84
Setting temperature
▶  Lowering the temperature
▶  Increasing the temperature
Setting the fan speed (level 0: fan off, level 4: highest setting)
Setting the direction of the air outlet » page 71
▶  Air flow to the windows
▶  Air flow to the upper body
▶  Air flow to the footwell
▶  Airflow to the windows and the footwell
Recirculated air mode
▶  Switching off
▶  Switching on
Switching the cooling system on/off (when this function is switched on,
the warning light illuminates in the button)
Note
■ The warning light in the button lights after activation, even if not all of the
conditions for the function of the cooling system have been met. By lighting up
of the indicator light in the button, the operational readiness of the cooling
system is signalled.■
During operation of the air conditioning, an increase in engine idle speed may
occur under certain circumstances in order to ensure sufficient heating com-
fort.
ABCDrecirculation
Read and observe
and on page 69 first.
The recirculation mode prevents contaminated outside air getting into the in-
terior of the vehicle.
In recirculated air mode air is sucked out of the interior of the vehicle and then
fed back into the interior.
The air conditioning system
›
To turn on the air recirculation,. move the slider into position
D

» Fig. 84
on page 70 .
›
To turn off the air recirculation, move the slider into position
D

 .
WARNINGThe recirculation system cannot be switched on for a longer period of time,
because there is no supply of fresh air from the outside. “Stale air” may re-
sult in fatigue in the driver and occupants, reduce attention levels and also
cause the windows to mist up. The risk of having an accident increases.
Switch off recirculated air mode as soon as the windows start to mist up.
CAUTION
We recommend not smoking in the vehicle when the recirculating air operation
is switched on. The smoke sucked from inside the vehicle is deposited on the
evaporator of the air conditioner. This produces a permanent odour when the
air conditioning system is operating which can only be eliminated through con-
siderable effort and expense (replacement of compressor).70Using the system

Note■If the vehicle remains outdoors for a long time in minus temperatures or in
direct sunlight, it can take several hours until the internal temperature of the
vehicle battery reaches a suitable temperature for proper operation of the
START STOP system.■
If the driver's seat belt is removed for more than approx. 30 seconds or the
driver's door is opened during stop mode, the engine will have to be started
manually.
■
No automatic engine shut-down takes place when a vehicle with automatic
transmission is moving at low speed (e.g. during a traffic jam) and remains sta-
tionary after pressing the brake pedal lightly. Automatic engine shutdown
takes place if you press the brake pedal down with more force.
■
For vehicles with automatic transmission there is no automatic engine shut-
down when the system detects a manoeuvring action due to a large steering
angle.
Manually deactivating/activating the system
Fig. 91
Button for the START-STOP sys-
tem
Deactivating/activating
›
Press the symbol button 
» Fig. 91 .
When system is deactivated, the warning light in the button illuminates.
If the system is turned off, it will be automatically reactivated after turning the
ignition off and on.
Note
If the system is deactivated when the engine is turned off automatically, then
the automatic start process takes place.Brakes and parking
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Information on braking
78
Handbrake
79
Parking
80WARNING■ Greater physical effort is required for braking when the engine is switch-
ed off – risk of accident!■
When braking in a vehicle with manual transmission, when the vehicle is
in gear and at low revs, the clutch pedal must be depressed. Otherwise, the
functionality of the brake system may be impaired – risk of accident!
■
When leaving the vehicle, never leave persons who might, for example,
release the handbrake or take the vehicle out of gear unattended in the ve-
hicle. The vehicle could then start to move – risk of accident!
■
Observe the recommendations on the new brake pads » page 83, New
brake pads .
CAUTION
Never let the brakes slip with light pressure on the pedal if braking is not nec-
essary. This causes the brakes to overheat and can also result in a longer brak-
ing distance and excessive wear.
Information on braking
Read and observe
and on page 78 first.
Wear-and-tear
The wear of the brake pads is dependent on the operating conditions and driv-
ing style.
The brake pads wear more quickly if a lot of journeys are completed in towns
and over short distances or if a very sporty style of driving is adopted.
Under these severe conditions , the thickness of the brake pads must also be
checked by a specialist garage between service intervals. 
78Driving

M - Manual gearshift (Tiptronic)
Further information » page 82.
With driving mode set, the vehicle will not start up
If the vehicle does not start off, the problem may be that the selector lever is not completely in the selected position. In such an instance, press the brake
pedal and put the selector lever into the required position.
Faults in the automatic gearbox
In the event of a fault in the automatic gearbox, warning lights may light up in
the instrument panel » page 35, 

Automated transmission .
An error on the automated manual transmission can become noticed, for ex- ample, by the following.
▶ Only certain gears are selected.
▶ The reverse gear R cannot be used.
Manual gearshift (Tiptronic)
Fig. 95
Selector lever: manual shifting/information display
Read and observe
and on page 81 first.
Tiptronic mode makes it possible to manually shift gears on the selector lever. The gearshift indicator must be observed when changing gear » page 30.
Switching to manual shifting when the vehicle is stationary
›
Depress the brake pedal.
›
Press the selector lever twice to the left in the spring-tensioned position.
Switching to manual shifting during driving
›
Press the selector lever towards the left in the spring-tensioned position in
the direction of the arrow and set in position M. The selector lever position
you have engaged is shown in the instrument cluster display » Fig. 95.
Shifting up gears›Press the selector lever forwards + » Fig. 95 .
Shifting down gears›
Press the selector lever backwards
-
» Fig. 95 .
Temporarily switching to manual shifting in position D
›
Tilt the selector lever forward
+
or rearwards
-
» Fig. 95 .
If in a short time, no manual gear change takes place, then the temporary
manual shifting switches off.
Note
■ It may be beneficial, for example, when travelling downhill, to use manual
shifting of gears. Shifting to a lower gear reduces the load on the brakes and
hence the wear on the brakes » page 78, Information on braking .■
When accelerating, the gearbox automatically shifts up into the higher gear
just before the maximum permissible engine speed is reached.
■
If a lower gear is selected, the gearbox does not shift down until there is no
risk of the engine overrevving.
Starting-off and driving
Read and observe
and on page 81 first.
Starting off
›
Start the engine.
›
Firmly depress and hold the brake pedal.
›
Press the selector lever towards the left in the spring-tensioned position in
the direction of the arrow » Fig. 94 on page 81 and insert into position D .
›
Release the brake pedal and accelerate.
Stopping (while the car is moving)
›
Fully depress and hold the brake pedal and bring the vehicle to a stop.
›
Keep holding the brake pedal until driving is resumed.
The selector lever position N does not have to be selected when stopping for a
short time, such as at a cross roads.
Kick-down
The Kick-down function allows you to achieve the maximum acceleration of
your vehicle while driving.
When the accelerator pedal is fully depressed, the Kick-down function is acti-
vated in any forward driving mode. 
82Driving