2015 SKODA FABIA boot

Interior monitor and towing protectionFig. 42
Button for interior monitor and
towing protection
Read and observe on page 54 first.
As soon as the interior monitor detects movements inside the locked vehicle,
it triggers the alarm.
As soon as the anti-towing protection detects tilts in the locked vehicle, it
triggers the alarm.
Deactivate the interior monitor and the towing protection if there is a possibili-
ty of the alarm being triggered by movements (e.g. by children or animals)
within the vehicle interior or if the vehicle has to be transported (e.g. by train
or ship) or towed.
Deactivating
›
Switch off the ignition.
›
Open the driver door.
›
Press the symbol key  on the B column of the driver's side
» Fig. 42.
The illumination of the symbol  in the button changes from red to orange.
›
Lock the vehicle within 30 seconds.
By disabling the interior monitoring and the anti-towing protection, the safe
lock is switched off.
CAUTION
The opened glasses storage compartment reduces the effectiveness of the in-
terior monitor. To ensure the full functionality of the interior monitor, the
glasses storage compartment must always be closed before locking the vehi-
cle.Tailgate
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Boot lid opening/closing
55
Automatic locking of the boot lid
56
When closing the boot lid, do not push on the rear window.
Ensure that the lock is properly engaged after closing the boot lid.
The function of the button in the grip above the licence plate is deactivated
when starting off or at a speed of 5 km/hour or more for vehicles with central
locking. The function is restored after the vehicle stops and the door is
opened.
WARNING■ Never drive with the tailgate fully opened or slightly ajar otherwise ex-
haust gases may get into the interior of the vehicle – risk of poisoning.■
Make sure that when closing the boot lid, no body parts are crushed -
there is danger of injury!
Boot lid opening/closing
Fig. 43
Opening/closing boot lid
Read and observe
on page 55 first.
After unlocking the vehicle, the boot lid can be opened with the button in the
handle above the number plate. 
55Unlocking and opening

Opening/closing boot lid » Fig. 43
Unlocking the door
Open flap
Closing the flap (by pulling the handle)
CAUTION
On vehicles with a variable loading floor, this must not be affixed by means of
the hook on the frame of the boot lid when closing the boot lid » page 91 -
there is the risk of damage to the hook.
Automatic locking of the boot lid
Read and observe
on page 55 first.
If the boot lid is unlocked with the symbol key  on the key, then the door is
automatically locked after closing.
The period after which the boot lid is locked automatically can be extended by
a specialist garage.
CAUTION
There is a risk of unwanted entry into the vehicle before the boot lid is locked
automatically. We therefore recommend locking the vehicle with the symbol
key 
on the key.
Window operations

Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Mechanical window lefter
57
Electric WindowsElectric Windows
57
Opening the windows in the front passenger door and in the rear doors
58
Force limitation
58
Malfunctions
59
The window can be operated mechanically by the winder attached to the re-
spective door panel.
123Depending on equipment the windows can be operated electrically from the
following locations; the window in the front doors or all windows from the
driver's seat and also via the buttons for the windows in the passenger door or
the rear doors.WARNINGThe windows should be closed carefully – risk of injury!
CAUTION
■ In the event that the windows are frozen, first of all eliminate the ice
» page 142 , Windows and external mirrors and only then operate the electri-
cal power windows. Otherwise, the window sealing and the electrical power
window mechanism could be damaged.■
Always make sure that the windows are closed when you leave the locked
vehicle.
For the sake of the environment
At high speeds you should keep the windows closed to prevent unnecessarily high fuel consumption.
Note
When driving always use the existing heater, air conditioning and ventilation
system for ventilating the interior of the vehicle. If the windows are opened,
dust as well as other dirt can get into the vehicle and in addition the wind
noise is more at certain speeds.56Operation

Note■The headlights may mist up temporarily. When the driving lights are switched
on, the light outlet areas are free from condensation after a short time, al-
though the headlight lenses may still be misted up around the edge. This mist
has no influence on the life of the lighting system.■
If the visibility is poor and the lights are not on (except daytime running
light), the brightness of the instrument lighting reduces to alert the driver to
switch on the lights in due time.
■
The brightness of the instrument lighting with the lights on (except daytime
running lights) can be set in the Infotainment » Owner's Manual Infotainment ,
chapter CAR - Vehicle Settings .
Operating the lights
Fig. 47
Light switch and control dial for
headlight range adjustment
Read and observe on page 59 first.
Switching lights on and off
Depending on the equipment configuration, the light switch
A
» Fig. 47 can be
turned to one of the following positions.
Switching off lights (except daytime running lights)Switching lights on and off automatically » page 61
Switching on the side light or parking light » page 63
Switch on low beam
Headlight range control 
Turning the rotary switch
B
from position - to 
gradually activates the head-
light beam control, thereby shortening the beam of light.
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 loadedWARNINGAlways 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.
Note
■ The light switch is in position  or  and the ignition is turned off, the low
beam is switched off automatically 1)
and the status light is lit. The side light is
switched off when the ignition key is removed, for vehicles with the start but-
ton after switching off the ignition and opening the driver's door.■
If there is a fault in the light switch, the low beam comes on automatically.
Daylight running lights (DAY LIGHT)
Read and observe
on page 59 first.
The daytime running light (hereinafter referred to as "function") lights the
front and rear vehicle area (only valid for some countries).
The lights are switched on automatically if the following conditions are met. The light switch is in the position 
or 
.
The ignition is switched on.
The parking aid is activated.
Activating/deactivating function on vehicles with Infotainment
The function can be disabled/enabled in the Infotainment » Owner´s Manual
Infotainment , chapter CAR - vehicle settings .
Deactivating on vehicles without Infotainment
›
Switch off the ignition. 
1)
Does not apply to the position
, as long as the conditions are met for the COMING HOME function
» page 63 .
60Operation

When transporting cargo the instructions below must be followed
▶ When transporting heavy objects, the driving characteristics change due to
the shift in the centre of gravity. The speed and style of driving must be ad-
justed accordingly.
▶ The cargo is stowed in the luggage compartment. To prevent this from mov-
ing, it should be secured with suitable lashing straps to the lashing eyes or
secured with fixing nets.
▶ Distribute loads as evenly as possible.
▶ Place heavy objects as far forward as possible.
▶ Items carried in the luggage compartment must be stowed in such a way
that no objects are able to slip forward under sudden driving manoeuvres or
braking – risk of injury.
▶ Match the tyre pressure to the load.
▶ When transporting loads in the luggage compartment that has been en-
larged by folding the rear seats forward, ensure the safety of the passengers
transported on the other rear seats.
In the event of an accident, even small and light objects gain so much kinetic energy that they can cause severe injuries.
The magnitude of the kinetic energy is dependent on the speed at which the
vehicle is travelling and the weight of the object.
Example: In the event of a frontal collision at a speed of 50 km/h, an object
weighing 4.5 kg produces energy corresponding to 20 times its own weight.
This means that it results in a weight of approx. 90 kg “ ”.
Luggage compartment light
The warning light turns on when tailgate is opened.
The warning light turns off when the tailgate is closed.
If the boot lid is open and the ignition switched off, the light will extinguish
automatically after around 10 minutes.WARNING■ Never exceed the maximum permissible load of the respective fasteners,
nets, hooks etc., as heavy objects are not sufficiently secured - there is a
risk of injury!■
If the cargo is tied down with unsuitable or damaged lashing straps, inju-
ries can occur in the event of braking manoeuvres or accidents.
WARNING (Continued)■ Loose cargo can be thrown forward during a sudden manoeuvre or in case
of an accident, and can injure the occupants or other road users.■
Loose cargo could hit a deployed airbag and injure occupants – danger of
death!
CAUTION
■ Never exceed the maximum permissible load of the respective fasteners,
nets, hooks etc. - these could be damaged.■
Please ensure that the heating elements for the rear window heater are not
damaged as a result of abrasive objects.
Fastening elements
Fig. 94
Fasteners
Read and observe and on page 84 first.
The fasteners are located on both sides of the luggage compartment.
Overview of the fasteners » Fig. 94
Lashing eyes for securing cargo, fastening nets and multifunction pocket
Fastener for securing fastening nets and multifunction pocket
Lashing eye for securing fastening nets and multifunction pocket
The upper front lashing eye
C
is located behind the folding rear seat backrest.
The maximum permissible load of the individual lashing eyes
A
is 350 kg.
CAUTION
The lashing eyes A cannot be used for attaching bags and nets when the var-
iable loading floor is in the upper position » page 891)
.ABC1)
Applies to vehicles with a variable loading floor.
84Operation

The maximum permissible load of the hook is 7.5 kg.
CAUTION
■Place the item of luggage suspended from a hook, if possible, in the storage
compartment B » Fig. 99 on page 86 , otherwise there is a risk of damaging
the storage compartment cover.■
If an item of luggage weighing more than 2.5 kg is suspended on the hook,
then we recommend removing the storage compartment cover
B
» Fig. 99 on
page 86 , otherwise there is a risk of damaging the storage compartment
cover.
Storage compartments in the luggage compartment
Fig. 99
Storage compartments
Read and observe and on page 84 first.
Storage compartments » Fig. 99
Fixed
With removable cover
Remove the cover
›
Remove the cover of the storage compartment
B
in the direction of the ar-
row » Fig. 99 .
The removable storage compartment
A
» Fig. 99 is suitable for stowing small
objects weighing up to 1.5 kg in total.
The storage compartment
B
is designed for storing small objects of up to 2.5
kg. in weight in total.
CAUTION
When handling the cover of the storage compartment B, ensure that this or
the luggage compartment trim is not damaged.ABLuggage compartment coverFig. 100
Remove the luggage compartment cover
Read and observe
and on page 84 first.
If the support straps
A
» Fig. 100 are attached to the boot lid, then opening
the lid will raise the boot lid cover (hereafter only referred to as "cover").
If you want to transport bulky goods, the cover can be removed and stowed in two positions » Fig. 101 on page 87 .
The maximum permissible load of the cover is 1 kg.
Removing
›
On both sides of the boot lid, unhook the straps
A
in direction of arrow
1
» Fig. 100 .
›
Hold the raised cover.
›
Press both sides onto the underside of the cover near the studs
C
.
›
Remove the cover in the direction of the arrow
2
.
Fitting
›
Position the mounts on the cover
B
onto the side trim panel via pins
C
» Fig. 100 .
›
Press both sides onto the upper side of the cover near the studs
C
.
The fixture
B
must lock into place on the studs
C
on both sides of the lug-
gage compartment.
›
On both sides of the boot lid, unhook the straps
A
.
WARNINGNo objects should be placed on the cover. This could endanger the vehicle
occupants during sudden braking or vehicle impact. 86Operation

CAUTION■When closing the boot lid, jamming and damage to the cover or the side trim
panel can occur if handled incorrectly. The following guidelines must be ob-
served. ■ The holders B
on the cover must be resting completely on the pins
C
on
the side panel » Fig. 100.
■ The items which are transported must not exceed the height of the cover.
■ The cover must not be jammed in the surrounding seal of the luggage com-
partment lid when it is in the raised position. ■ There must be no object in the gap between the cover in the raise position
and the rear backrest.
Other positions of the luggage compartment cover
Fig. 101
Luggage compartment cover: stowed behind the rear seats/in
the lower position
Read and observe
and on page 84 first.
The luggage compartment cover can be placed in the following positions:
» Fig. 101
Behind the rear seat backrests
In the lower position
Store cover in the lower position
›
Press the top of the cover in the arrow direction » Fig. 101 - 
.
In the front area, slots
B
» Fig. 100 on page 86 on the cover must be fully en-
gaged with the bolts on the side trim. In the back, the cover must be secured
at both ends under the latching.
In the lower position, the cover is designed for storing small objects up to a
weight of 2.5 kg in total.
Roll-up coverFig. 102
Roll-up cover: Pull out/roll/remove
Read and observe
and on page 84 first.
Pulling out
›
Grasp the cover on the handle
A
and pull it out in the direction of the arrow
1
until it clicks » Fig. 102.
Rolling up
›
Push the cover in the area of handle
A
in the direction of the arrow
2
» Fig. 102 .
The cover rolls up automatically.
Removing
The fully rolled luggage compartment cover can be removed.
›
Press on the side of the cross bar in the direction of arrow
3
and remove
the cover in the arrow direction
4
» Fig. 102 .
Inserting
›
First insert the cover on the left side.
›
Press on the side of the cross bar in the direction of arrow
3
and insert the
cover against arrow direction
4
» Fig. 102 .
WARNINGNo objects should be placed on the foldable boot cover. This could endan-
ger the vehicle occupants during sudden braking or vehicle impact.87Transporting and practical equipment

Storage compartments under the floorFig. 103
Fold the floor back / storage compartment under the floor
Read and observe
and on page 84 first.
The storage compartment is located under the luggage compartment floor
» Fig. 103 -
 .
›
Lift the rear portion of the floor and fold forward in the direction of arrow
» Fig. 103 -
 .
The storage compartment is designed for storing small objects of up to 15 kg. in weight in total.
CAUTION
■ The following instructions must be observed to avoid damage to the storage
compartment. ■ Do not store any sharp objects in the storage compartment.
■ Place the items carefully into the storage compartment.
■ Do not place pressure on any points in the storage compartment.Cargo elementFig. 104
Removing cargo element/example on how to mount the load by
means of the cargo element
Read and observe
and on page 84 first.
The Cargo element can be stored under the floor in the boot.
The cargo element is designed for attaching and securing objects with a maxi-
mum total weight of 8 kg.
Usage of Cargo element
›
Remove the cargo element in the direction of arrow » Fig. 104 -
 .
›
The Cargo element with Velcro element allows fastening near the rear seats
on the floor of the luggage compartment » Fig. 104 -
 .
Flexible storage compartment
Fig. 105
Flexible storage compartment
Read and observe and on page 84 first.
The flexible storage compartment can be installed on either side of the boot
» Fig. 105 . 
88Operation

The storage compartment is designed for storing small objects with a maxi-
mum total weight of 8 kg.
Fitting›
Place both ends of the storage compartment into the openings on the right
side panel of the boot.
›
Push the storage compartment down to lock it.
Removing
›
Grasp the storage compartment on the two upper corners.
›
Remove the storage compartment by pulling upwards and then towards you.
Class N1 vehicles
Read and observe
and on page 84 first.
In class N1 vehicles that are not fitted with a protective grille, a lashing set that
complies with the EN 12195 standard (1-4) must be used for fastening the load.
Proper functioning of the electrical installation is essential for safe vehicle op-
eration. It is important to ensure that the electrical installation is not damaged
during the adjustment process or when the storage area is being loaded and
unloaded.
Variable loading floor in the luggage compartment
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Setting in the upper position
89
Setting in the lower position
90
Removing/inserting
90
Folding / Securing
91
The maximum permissible load of the variable loading floor is 75 kg. For the
transport of heavy loads, adjust the variable loading floor to the lower position
or remove it from the vehicle.
Setting in the upper positionFig. 106
Set the variable loading floor to the upper position
The variable loading floor in the lower position can be set to the upper position
as follows.
›
Grasp the variable loading floor at handle
A
» Fig. 106 .
›
Lift the variable loading floor in the direction of arrow
1
and move partially
backwards in the direction of arrow
2
.
›
Lift the variable loading floor in the front area and place on edge
C
.
›
Insert the variable loading floor into slots
B
up to the stop in the direction of
arrow
3
.
›
Place the variable loading floor in the direction of arrow
4
.
Note
When in the upper position, there is space for storing items underneath the
variable loading floor.89Transporting and practical equipment