
General informationRead and observe
on page 228 first.
For your own safety and the safety of your passengers, the following instruc-
tions must be observed before carrying out a wheel repair on the road.
Switch on the hazard warning lights system.
Place the warning triangle at the prescribed distance.
Park the vehicle as far away as possible from the flowing traffic.
Choose a location with a flat, solid surface.
Have all the occupants get out. The passengers should not stand on the
road (instead they should remain behind a crash barrier, for instance) while
the wheel is being changed.
The breakdown kit must not be used under the following circumstances. ▶ The rim is damaged.
▶ The outside temperature is below -20 ° C.
▶ The cut or puncture is larger than 4 mm.
▶ The tyre wall is damaged.
▶ After the expiration date (see inflation bottle).
Preparations for using the breakdown kit
Read and observe
on page 228 first.
The following preparatory work must be carried out before using the puncturerepair kit.
›
Switch off the engine.
›
For vehicles with manual transmission engage 1st gear.
›
On vehicles with
automatic transmission place the selector lever in the P po-
sition.
›
The parking brake switch.
›
Check that you can carry out the repairs with the breakdown kit » page 228.
›
Uncouple any trailers.
›
Remove the breakdown kit from the boot.
›
Stick the sticker
1
» Fig. 248 on page 228 on the dashboard in the driver's
field of view.
›
Unscrew the valve cap.
›
Use the valve remover
2
to unscrew the valve core and place it on a clean
surface (rag, paper, etc.).
Sealing and inflating the tyre
Read and observe
on page 228 first.
Sealing
›
Forcefully shake the tyre inflation bottle
10
» Fig. 248 on page 228 back and
forth several times.
›
Firmly screw the inflation hose
3
onto the tyre inflater bottle
10
. The film on
the cap is pierced automatically.
›
Remove the plug from the inflation hose
3
and plug the open end fully onto
the tyre valve.
›
Hold the bottle
10
with the bottom facing upwards and fill all of the sealing
agent from the tyre inflator bottle into the tyre.
›
Remove the filler plug from the tyre valve.
›
Screw the valve core back into the tyre valve using the valve remover
2
.
Inflating
›
Screw the air compressor tyre inflation hose
7
» Fig. 248 on page 228 firmly
onto the tyre valve.
›
For vehicles with manual transmission the lever into the neutral position.
›
On vehicles with automatic transmission place the selector lever in the P po-
sition.
›
Start the engine and run it in idle.
›
Plug the connector
6
into 12 volt socket » page 100.
›
Switch on the air compressor with the ON and OFF switch
9
.
›
Allow the air compressor to run until a pressure of 2.0 - 2.5 bar is achieved.
Maximum run time of 8 minutes » .
›
Switch off the air compressor.
›
If you cannot reach an air pressure of 2.0 - 2.5 bar, unscrew the tyre inflation
hose
7
from the tyre valve.
›
Drive the vehicle 10 metres forwards or backwards to allow the sealing agent
to “distribute” in the tyre.
›
Firmly screw the tyre inflation hose
7
back onto the tyre valve and repeat
the inflation process.
›
Switch off the air compressor.
›
Remove the tyre inflation hose
7
from the tyre valve.
Once a tyre inflation pressure of 2.0 - 2.5 bar is achieved, you can continue the journey.
229Emergency equipment and self-help

Vehicles with automatic transmission may be towed in with a tow bar or a tow
rope or with the front wheels raised. If the vehicle is raised at rear, the auto-
matic gearbox is damaged! If possible, the vehicle should be towed with the
engine running or at least with the ignition on.
Driver of the tow vehicle›
Engage the clutch gently when starting off or depress the accelerator partic-
ularly gently if the vehicle is fitted with an automatic gearbox.
›
Only then approach correctly when the rope is taut.
The maximum towing speed is 50 km/h.
Driver of the towed vehicle
›
Switch on the ignition so that the steering wheel is not locked and so that
the turn-signal lights, windscreen wipers and windscreen washer system can
be used.
›
Take the vehicle out of gear or move the selector lever into position N if the
vehicle is fitted with an automatic gearbox.
Please note that the brake servo unit and power steering only operate if the
engine is running. If the engine is not running, significantly more physical force
is required to depress the brake pedal and steer the vehicle.
If using a tow rope, ensure that it is always kept taught.
General information for the towing process
Both drivers should be familiar with the problems which might occur while a vehicle is being towed. Unskilled drivers should not attempt to tow in another
vehicle or to be towed in.
The vehicle must be transported on a special breakdown vehicle or trailer if it
is not possible to tow in the vehicle in the way described or if the towing dis-
tance is greater than 50 km.
If the gearbox has no oil, your vehicle must be towed with the front axle raised
clear of the ground or on a breakdown vehicle or trailer.
To protect both vehicles when tow-starting or towing, the tow rope should be elastic. Thus one should only use plastic fibre rope or a rope made out of a
similarly elastic material.
Attach the tow rope or the tow bar to the towing eyes » page 232 or
» page 233 to the detachable ball head of the towing device » page 184 .
WARNING■
When towing, exercise increased caution.■Do not use spiral rope for towing » Fig. 251- , the towing eye may un-
screw from the vehicle - risk of accident.■
Ensure tow rope is not twisted - risk of accident.
CAUTION
■ Do not start engine by towing - there is a risk of damaging the engine parts.
The battery from another vehicle can be used as a jump-start aid » page 230,
Jump-starting .■
There is always a risk of excessive stresses and damage resulting at the
points to which you attach the tow rope or tow bar when you attempt to tow a
vehicle which is not standing on a paved road.
Note
We recommend using a tow rope from ŠKODA Original Accessories, which is
available from a ŠKODA Partner.
Front towing eye
Fig. 252
Removing the cap / fitting the towing eye
Read and observe
and on page 232 first.
Removing/installing the cap
›
Press on the fuel filler flap in the direction of the arrow
1
» Fig. 252 .
›
Remove the cap in the direction of the arrow
2
.
›
After unscrewing the cap of the towing eye, insert the cap in the region of
the arrow
1
and then press the opposite side of the cap.
The cap must engage firmly.
232Do-it-yourself

›Fold the rear seat backrest forward
» page 85.›Insert a screwdriver or similar tool into the recess or the opening in the trim
» Fig. 262 as far as the stop.›
Unlock the lid by moving it in the direction of the arrow.
›
Open the tailgate.
Selector lever-emergency unlocking
Fig. 263
Selector lever-emergency unlocking
›
The parking brake switch.
›
Insert a flat-head screwdriver or similar tool into the gap in the arrow area
1
» Fig. 263 and lift the cover in arrow direction
2
.
›
Using a flat-head screwdriver or similar tool push on the yellow plastic part in
the direction of arrow
3
.
›
At the same time, press the locking button in the selector lever and move
the selector lever to position N.
If the selector lever is moved again to position P, it is once again blocked.
CAUTION
Make sure when lifting not to damage cover parts by the screwdriver in the
shift lever environment.
Replacing windscreen wiper blades
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Replacing the windscreen wiper blades
237
Replacing the rear window wiper blade
238WARNINGReplace the windscreen wiper blades once or twice a year for safety rea-
sons. These can be purchased from a ŠKODA Partner.
Replacing the windscreen wiper blades
Fig. 264
Windscreen wiper blade
Read and observe
on page 237 first.
Adjust the windscreen wiper arms to the service position before replacing the
windscreen wiper blades.
Service position for changing wiper blades
›
Closing the bonnet.
›
Switch the ignition on and off again.
›
Within 10 seconds, press the lever in position
4
and hold it in position for
around 2 seconds » page 78, Windscreen wipers and washers .
The windscreen wiper arms move into the service position.
Removing the wiper blade
›
Lift the wiper arm from the windscreen in the direction of
1
» Fig. 264 .
›
Tilt the wiper blade to the stop in the same direction.
›
Hold the upper part of the wiper arm and press the securing mechanism
A
in the direction of arrow
2
.
›
Remove the wiper blade in the direction of the arrow
3
.
Attaching the windscreen wiper blade
›
Push the windscreen wiper blade to the stop until it locks into place.
›
Check that the windscreen wiper blade is correctly attached.
›
Fold the wiper arm back to the windscreen.
237Emergency equipment and self-help

WARNINGAlways read and observe the warnings before completing any work in the
engine compartment » page 206.
CAUTION
■
“Never repair” fuses, and do not replace them with fuses of a higher amper-
age – risk of fire! This may also cause damage at another part of the electrical
system.■
If a newly inserted fuse blows again after a short time, have the electrical
system checked as quickly as possible by a specialist garage.
■
A blown fuses is recognisable by the molten metal strip. Replace the faulty
fuse with a new one of the same amperage.
Note
■
We recommend always carrying replacement fuses in the vehicle. A box of
replacement fuses and bulbs can be purchased from ŠKODA Genuine Accesso-
ries.■
There can be several power consuming devices for one fuse.
■
Multiple fuses may exist for a single power consuming device.
Fuses in the dash panel – LHD
Fig. 266
Storage compartment on the
driver's side
Read and observe and on page 239 first.
On left-hand drive vehicles, the fuse box is located behind the storage com- partment in the left-hand section of the dash panel.
Replacing fuses
›
Open the storage compartment » page 91.
›
Grab hold of the storage compartment in the area of the arrows » Fig. 266.
›
Fold out the storage compartment by pulling in the direction of arrow
1
.
›Remove the plastic clip under the cover of the fuse box in the engine room
» Fig. 269 on page 241 .›
Place the clip on the respective fuse and pull this fuse out.
›
Insert a new fuse.
›
Replace the bracket at the original position.
›
Fold back the storage compartment by pressing into the secured position in
the dash panel in the direction of the arrow
2
.
›
Close the storage compartment.
Fuses in the dash panel – RHD
Fig. 267
Storage compartment on the front passenger side
Read and observe
and on page 239 first.
On right-hand drive vehicles, the fuse box is located on the front passenger's side behind the stowage compartment in the left-hand section of the dash
panel.
Removing the storage compartment and replacing the fuse
›
Open the storage compartment » page 95.
›
Unlock the brake control linkage in the direction of arrow
1
» Fig. 267 .
›
Release the brake control linkage in the direction of arrow
2
.
›
Press the retainer tabs
A
in the direction of arrow
3
.
The storage compartment folds down.
›
Remove the plastic clip under the cover of the fuse box in the engine room
» Fig. 269 on page 241 .
›
Place the clip on the respective fuse and pull this fuse out.
›
Insert a new fuse.
›
Replace the bracket at the original position.
239Fuses and light bulbs

Installing the storage compartment›Raise the storage compartment in the direction of the arrow 4.›
Overcome the resistance of the detents
A
.
›
Insert the brake control linkage in the opposite direction to arrow
2
.
›
Lock the brake control linkage in the opposite direction to arrow
1
.
›
Close the storage compartment.
Assignment of the fuses in the dash panel
Fig. 268
Fuses
Read and observe and on page 239 first.
No.Consumer1Not assigned2Not assigned3Not assigned4Not assigned5Databus6Alarm sensor7Air conditioning system, heating, receiver for remote control for the
auxiliary heating, selector lever for the automatic gearbox, relay for
the rear window heater, relay for the windscreen heater8Light switch, rain sensor, diagnostic connector, parking brake, light-
ing of the instrument cluster9USB socket10Touch screen, TV tuner11Left side belt tensioner12Radio13Shock absorber settingNo.Consumer14Air blower for air conditioning,heating15Electric steering lock16Signal amplifier for telephone17Instrument cluster, emergency operation18Reversing camera19KESSY20SCR21Haldex clutch, air conditioning compressor (GreenLine)22Towing hitch23Right side headlamp24Panorama roof25Central locking - drivers door and rear left, rear view mirror26Heated front seats27Music amplifier28Towing hitch - contact in the socket29Operating lever underneath the steering wheel3012-volt socket in luggage compartment31Left side headlamp32Parking aid (Park Assist)33Airbag switch for hazard warning lights
34
TCS, ESC button, tyre pressure monitor, pressure sensor for air con-
ditioning, reversing light switch, mirror with automatic dimming,
START-STOP button, controls for heating the rear seats, sensor for
air conditioning, parking brake, light switch35Headlight range control, AFS headlamps, diagnostic connector,
camera, radar36Headlight right37Headlight left38Towing hitch - contact in the socket39Central locking - passenger door and right rear door, rear view mir-
ror4012-volt power socket41Right side belt tensioner 240Do-it-yourself

No.Consumer42Boot lid, headlight washers, windscreen washer system43Visor for gas discharge bulbs, interior lighting44Towing hitch - contact in the socket45Operating the seat adjustment46230-Volt power socket47Rear window wiper48Blind spot detection49Coil on starter relay, clutch pedal switch50Opening the boot lid51Heating of the rear seats52Cooling of the front seats53Relay for rear window heater
Fuses in the engine compartment
Fig. 269
Fuse box cover: remove cover / plastic clip for fuses
Fig. 270
Fuses
Read and observe and on page 239 first.
Replacing fuses
›
Press together the interlocks of the cover simultaneously in the direction of
the arrow
1
» Fig. 269 .
›
Take out the cover in the direction of the arrow
2
.
›
Replace the appropriate fuse.
›
Place the cover on top of the fuse box.
›
Push in the interlocks on the cover and lock.
CAUTION
The cover for the fuse box in the engine compartment must always be applied
correctly. Water may get into the fuse box if the cover is not replaced properly
- there is a risk of damage to the vehicle!
Assignment of fuses in the engine compartment
Read and observe
and on page 239 first.
No.Consumer1ESC, parking brake2ESC3Engine control unit4Radiator fan, control valve for fuel pressure, relay for electric auxili-
ary heater5Coil of the ignition relay6Brake sensor7Radiator blind8Lambda probe9Coolant pump, ignition coil, preheating unit, air flow meter10Fuel pump11Electrical auxiliary heating system12Electrical auxiliary heating system13Automatic gearbox14Relay for windscreen heater15Horn16Ignition17ESC, engine control unit, main relay coil 241Fuses and light bulbs

automatic transmissionselector lever lock defect137
Automatic transmission135
Kick down138
Launch control138
Malfunctions37
Selector lever lock137
Warning light37
Warning messages37
AUX99
Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and ventila- tion)
123
Adjust124
Switching on/off124
Auxiliary heating (heating and ventilation) Radio remote control
125
Avoiding damage to your vehicle141
B
Bags on the backs of the front seats
97
on the inner sides of the front seats97
Battery In the remote control key
234
Replace the KESSY key234
Belts11
Belt tensioners14
Bonnet Closing
207
Opening207
Boot Class N1 vehicles
114
Non-contact opening61
See Boot lid59
Boot lid automatic locking
59
Closing59
Non-contact opening61
Opening59
Brake Information messages33
Warning light33
Brake Assist (HBA)145
Brake booster133
brake fluid specification
213
Brake fluid212
Checking212
Information messages33
Brake linings Warning light
36
Brake pedal (automatic transmission) Warning light
37
Brakes Brake booster
133
Brake fluid212
Braking and stabilisation systems143
Running-in139
Brakes and parking132
Brake system143
Braking Information on braking
132
Bulbs Replacing
242
C
Camera Lens care
197
Camera lens care
197
Car care Jack
197
Car computer see multifunction display
42
Care and maintenance190
Cargo element112
Car park134
Car park ticket holder91
Carrier Roof rack117
Cavity protection197
Central locking52
Problems57
Central locking button55
Change Bulb for indicator (halogen headlight)
243
engine oil209
light bulb in tail light244
Change engine oil
209
Changing Wheels
224
Changing a wheel Follow-up tasks
227
Preparation224
Changing wheels Wheel removal and fix
227
Charging a vehicle battery215
Checking Battery electrolyte level
214
Brake fluid212
Coolant211
Engine oil210
Oil level210
Windscreen washer fluid208
Checks Statutory checks
190
Children and safety20
Child safety Side airbag
22
Child safety lock57
Child safety seat Use of child safety seats
23
Child seat Classification
22
i-Size25
ISOFIX23
on the front passenger seat21
257Index

Fuel supply30
Gear changes42
Service interval49
Disposal Acceptance and recycling of used vehicles
193
Distance driven31
Distance warning Warning light
40
Door Child safety lock
57
Closing56
Emergency locking236
Emergency locking the driver's door236
Opening56
Door warning41
Drive Driving through water
141
DriveGreen140
Driver Steering Recommendation (DSR)145
Driving Emissions
248
Fuel consumption248
through water141
driving data operation
43
Driving mode171
driving mode select Normal mode
172
Driving Mode Selection171
DSR145
Dynamic Light Assist72
E
ECO-TIP
49
Eco-tips49
Economical driving Tips
139
Economy mode Warning light
41
EDL145
Electrical boot lid set the top position of the lid
60
Electrical power windows Buttons in the driver's door
62
Electric boot lid Force limit
59
Manual operation59
Electric luggage compartment lid Malfunctions
61
Operating60
Electric parking brake133
Electric window lifter61, 63
Button in the passenger door63
Button in the rear doors63
Window operation malfunctions64
Electronic differential lock (EDL, XDS)145
Electronic immobilizer126
emergency replace battery in the remote control
235
Emergency Changing a wheel
224
Hazard warning light system71
Jump-starting230
Locking the door without a locking cylinder236
Locking the driver's door236
Selector lever-unlocking237
Switch off the engine by pressing a button129
Towing the using the tow hitch233
Towing the vehicle231
Tyre repair228
Unlocking the driver's door236
emergency equipment reflective vest
223
Emergency equipment Fire extinguisher
223
First aid kit222
Jack223
Vehicle tool kit223
Warning triangle222
Emissions248
Engine Information messages
38
Running-in139
Engine compartment206
Brake fluid212
Overview208
Vehicle battery213
Engine number246
engine oil specification
209
Engine oil209
Checking210
Replenishing210
Warning light38
EPC Warning light
35
ESC Operation
144
Warning light34
ESC Sport144
Exhaust emissions control system Warning light
34
F
Fastening elements
106
Fatigue detection182
Function182
Information messages182
Films195
Fire extinguisher223
First aid kit222
Floor covering Fixing
108
in the luggage compartment108
Fog lights Warning light
36
Fog Lights70
Fold in passenger's mirror80
259Index