
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

Remote control
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Replacing the battery in the remote control key
132
Synchronising the remote control
132
CAUTION
■ The replacement battery must have the same specification as the original
battery.■
We recommend having faulty rechargeable batteries replaced by a ŠKODA
service partner.
■
Pay attention to the correct polarity when changing the battery.
Note
If a key has an affixed decorative cover, this will be destroyed when the bat-
tery is replaced. A replacement cover can be purchased from a ŠKODA Partner.
Replacing the battery in the remote control key
Fig. 128
Remove cover/take out battery
Read and observe
on page 132 first.
The battery change is carried out as follows.
›
Flip out the key.
›
Press off the battery cover
A
» Fig. 128 with your thumb or using a flat
screwdriver in the region of the arrows
1
.
›
Remove the discharged battery by pressing the battery down in the region of
the arrow
2
.
› Insert the new battery.›Insert the battery cover A and press it down until it clicks audibly into place.
The key has to be synchronised if the vehicle cannot be unlocked or locked
with the remote control key after replacing the battery » page 132.
Synchronising the remote control
Read and observe
on page 132 first.
If the vehicle does not unlock when pressing the remote control, the key may
not be synchronised. This can occur when the buttons on the remote control
key are actuated a number of times outside of the operative range of the
equipment or the battery in the remote control key has been replaced.
Synchronise the key as follows.
›
Press any button on the remote control key.
›
Unlock the door with the key in the lock cylinder within 1 minute of pressing the button.
Emergency unlocking/locking
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Locking the door without a locking cylinder
132
Unlock the boot lid
133
Locking the door without a locking cylinder
Fig. 129
Emergency locking: Front door right
132Do-it-yourself

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