
Table of Contents
Board literature4
Notes
5
Structure and more information about the
Owner's Manual
6
Abbreviations
Safety
Passive Safety
8
General information
8
Correct and safe seated position
8
Seat belts
11
Using seat belts
11
Inertia reels and belt tensioners
13
Airbag system
14
Description of the airbag system
14
Airbag overview
15
Deactivating airbags
17
Transporting children safely
19
Child seat
19
Fastening systems
22
Using the system
Cockpit
27
Overview
26
Instruments and control lights
28
Instrument cluster
28
Multi-function display (MFD)
31
Warning lights
34
Unlocking and opening
39
Unlocking and locking
39
Luggage compartment lid
42Window operations43Panorama sliding/tilting roof45
Lights and visibility
47
Lights
47
Indoor Lighting
50
Visibility
50
Windscreen wipers and washers
51
Rear mirror
52
Seats and head restraints
54
Seats and head restraints
54
Seat features
55
Transporting and practical equipment
58
Useful equipment
58
Luggage compartment and transporting
cargo
64
Roof rack
67
Heating and ventilation
69
Heating, manual air conditioning system
69
Communication and multimedia
72
Telephone and Move & Fun
72
Driving
Starting-off and Driving
75
Starting and turning off the engine
75
START-STOPsystem
77
Brakes and parking
78
Manual gear changing and pedals
80
Automated transmission
81
Running-in and economical driving
83
Avoiding damage to your vehicle
84
Assist systems
85
General information
85
Braking and stabilisation systems
85
Parking aid (ParkPilot)
86
Cruise Control System
88City Safe Drive89Tyre pressure monitoring90
General Maintenance
Care and maintenance
92
Modifications, adjustments and technical
alterations
92
Washing vehicle
95
Cleaning vehicle exterior
96
Interior care
100
Inspecting and replenishing
102
Fuel
102
Engine compartment
106
Engine oil
109
Coolant
110
Brake fluid
112
Vehicle battery
112
Wheels
116
Tyres and wheel rims
116
Winter operation
120
Do-it-yourself
Emergency equipment and self-help
122
Emergency equipment
122
Changing a wheel
123
Puncture repair kit
127
Jump-starting
129
Towing the vehicle
130
Remote control
132
Emergency unlocking/locking
132
Replacing windscreen wiper blades
133
Fuses and light bulbs
134
Fuses
134
Replacing bulbs
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Side airbags Head-ThoraxFig. 9
Place of installation of the front seat side airbag/deployment area
of the side airbag
In the event of severe side collisions, the side airbag system Head-Thorax pro-
vides additional protection for the upper body (chest, stomach and pelvis) of
passengers in the vehicle.
The side airbags are housed in the upholstery of the seat backrests of the
front seats » Fig. 9 –
.
The load of the occupants is cushioned when plunging into the fully inflated
airbag » Fig. 9 -
the risk of injury to head and the entire upper body (chest,
stomach and pelvis) is reduced on the side facing the door.
WARNINGInformation on correct seated position■Your head should never be positioned in the deployment area of the side
airbag. You might suffer severe injuries in the event of an accident. This ap-
plies in particular to children who are transported without using a suitable
child safety seat » page 21, Child safety and side airbag .■
There must not be any further persons, animals or objects positioned be-
tween the occupants and the deployment area of the airbag. No accesso-
ries, such as cup holders, should be attached to the doors.
■
If children adopt an incorrect seated position when travelling, they may
be exposed to an increased risk of injury in the event of an accident. This
can result in serious injuries » page 19, Child seat .
WARNING■
Do not place any objects within the deployment area of the side airbags –
risk of injury!■
The airbag control unit operates using pressure sensors located in the
front doors. For this reason, no adjustments may be carried out to the
doors or door panels (e.g. installation of additional loudspeakers). Further
information » page 94, Airbags .
■
Ensure that there are no excessive forces, such as violent knocks, kicks
etc., impact on the backrests of the seats otherwise the system may be
damaged. The side airbags would not be deployed in such a case!
■
Any seat or protective covers which you fit to the driver or front passen-
ger seats must only be of the type expressly authorized by ŠKODA. In view
of the fact that the airbag inflates out of the backrest of the seat, use of
non-approved seat or protective covers would considerably impair the pro-
tective function of the side airbag.
■
Any damage to the original seat covers in the area of the side airbag mod-
ule must be repaired immediately by a specialist garage.
■
The airbag modules in the front seats must not display any damage,
cracks or deep scratches. It is not permissible to use force in order to open
the modules.
Note
In vehicles with side airbags a label with the lettering is located on the
front seat backrests.
Deactivating airbags
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Deactivating airbags
17
Deactivating the front passenger airbag
18
Deactivating airbags
If you sell your vehicle, provide the complete vehicle documentation to the
new owner. Please note that the information relating to the possibility of de-
activating the front passenger airbag must be included!
If an airbag in the vehicle is to be turned off, then the buyer is to draw atten-
tion to this fact!
17Airbag system

Using the system
Cockpit
OverviewElectric power windows
44
Door opening lever
41
Electric exterior mirror adjustment
53
Central locking system
40
Air vent
71
Parking ticket holder
58
Operating lever:
▶ Turn signal lights and main beam, headlight flasher
48
▶Speed regulating system
88
Steering wheel:
▶ With horn
▶ With driver’s front airbag
15
Instrument cluster: Instruments and warning lights
28
Operating lever:
▶ Multifunction display
31
▶Windscreen wiper and wash system
51
Buttons (depending on the specification):
▶ START STOP
77
▶
Button for rear window heater
51
▶
Button for seat heating for the left front seat
55
Air vent
71
Depending on specification:
▶ Operating controls for the heating
69
▶Operating controls for the air conditioning system
69
Radio
Interior rear-view mirror
53
Buttons / warning lights (depending on the specification):
▶ Button for hazard warning light system
49
▶
Warning light for the front seat passenger
airbag
18
▶ Button for seat heating of the right front seat
55
Bag holder
631234567891011121314151617Front passenger airbag15
Storage compartment on the front passenger side
62
Air vent
71
Power window in the front passenger door
44
Door opening lever
41
Light switch
47
Bonnet release lever
106
Regulator for headlamp beam adjustment for the headlights
47
Lever for adjusting the steering wheel
9
Ignition lock
76
Pedals
80
Cup holder
59
Buttons (depending on the specification):
▶ Button for the City Safe Drivesystem
89
▶
Button for the low tyre pressure warning
90
Handbrake lever
79
Depending on specification:
▶ Shift lever (manual transmission)
80
▶Selector lever (automated gearbox)
81
Depending on specification:
▶ 12-volt power socket
61
▶Cigarette lighter
60
Storage compartment
59
Note
■Cars with factory-fitted radio are supplied with separate instructions for op-
erating such equipment.■
The arrangement of the controls right-hand drive models may differ from the
layout shown in » Fig. 17. The symbols on the controls and switches are the
same as for left-hand drive models.
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Lights and visibility
Lights
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Operation of the light function
47
Daylight running lights (DAY LIGHT)
48
Turn signal and main beam
48
Front and rear fog light
49
Hazard warning light system
49
Parking light
49
Driving abroad
50
Unless otherwise stated, the lights only work when the ignition is on.
The arrangement of the controls right-hand drive models may differ from the layout shown in » Fig. 40 on page 47 . The symbols which mark the positions
of the controls are identical.
WARNING■ The driver is always responsible for the correct settings and use of the
lights.■
Never drive with only the side lights on! The side lights are not bright
enough to light up the road sufficiently in front of you or to be seen by oth-
er oncoming traffic. Therefore always switch on the low beam when it is
dark or if visibility is poor.
Note
■ The instruments are also illuminated when the side light or low beam light is
switched on.■
The headlights may mist up temporarily. When the driving lights are switched
on, the light outlet surfaces are free from mist after a short period, although
the headlight lenses may still be misted up in the peripheral areas. This mist
has no influence on the life of the lighting system.
Operation of the light functionFig. 40
Light switch / Knob for headlamp
beam adjustment
Read and observe on page 47 first.
Switching lights on and off
Depending on the equipment configuration, the light switch
A
» Fig. 40 can
be turned to one of the following positions.
Switching off lights (except daytime running lights)
Switch on daytime running lights and side lights or parking lights
» page 49
Turn on the low beam
Headlight range control
By turning the rotary switch
B
» Fig. 40 from position
to
, the headlight
range control is gradually adjusted, thereby shortening the light cone.
The positions of the width of illumination correspond approximately to the fol-
lowing car load.
Front seats occupied, boot empty
All seats occupied, boot empty
All seats occupied, boot loaded
Driver seat occupied, boot loaded
WARNINGAlways adjust the headlight beam to meet the following conditions.■The vehicle does not dazzle other road users, especially oncoming vehi-
cles.■
The beam range is sufficient for safe driving.
47Lights and visibility

Seats and head restraints
Seats and head restraints
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Adjusting the front seats
54
Head restraints - adjusting height
54
Headrests - removing and installing
55WARNING■ Only adjust the driver's seat when the vehicle is stationary – risk of acci-
dent!■
Caution when adjusting the seat! You may suffer injuries or bruises as a
result of adjusting the seat without paying proper attention.
■
Do not carry any objects on the front passenger seat except objects de-
signed for this purpose (e.g. child seat) – risk of accident!
Note
After a certain time, play can develop within the adjustment mechanism of the
backrest angle.
Adjusting the front seats
Fig. 50
Driver's seat controls
Read and observe on page 54 first.
The seats can be adjusted by pulling or pressing the controls for the seat in
question in the direction of the arrows.
Driver's seat controls » Fig. 50
Adjusting the seat in the longitudinal direction (after releasing the control
lever, locking must be audible)
Adjusting the seat height
Adjusting the tilt of the backrest (do not lean on the backrest when ad-
justing)
Adjust the tilt of the seat back (seats with Easy Entry System)
On the passenger seat, some controls are arranged in mirror image.
Fold forward and slide seat using the Easy Entry System›
Pull lever
D
» Fig. 50 and fold the seat backrest forwards.
›
At the same time, move the seat forwards.
Restore position of the seat with Easy Entry System
›
Push the seat backwards again to its original position.
›
Fold the seat backrest back.
The seat back must lock audibly - check by pulling on the seat back.
Head restraints - adjusting height
Fig. 51
Rear head restraints: move up / move down
Read and observe
on page 54 first.
Only the rear head restraints can be removed.
Shift upwards
›
Push the headrest in the direction of arrow
1
» Fig. 51 .
Move down
›
Press the locking button
A
and hold it in arrow direction
2
» Fig. 51 .
›
Push the headrest in the direction of arrow
3
.
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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
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