The alarm system triggers audible and visual signals if an attempt is made to
break into the vehicle (hereafter referred to as alarm).
Triggering the alarm
The alarm is triggered when the following unauthorized actions are carried out
on the locked vehicle.
▶ Opening the bonnet.
▶ Opening the boot lid.
▶ Opening the doors.
▶ Manipulation of the ignition lock.
▶ Towing the vehicle.
▶ Movement in the vehicle.
▶ Sudden and significant voltage drop of the electrical system.
▶ Uncoupling the trailer.
If the driver's door of a vehicle is unlocked and opened by the lock cylinder,
then the alarm is triggered.
Switching off the alarm
The alarm is turned off by pressing the button on the key or switching on
the ignition.
CAUTION
Before leaving the vehicle, it must be checked that all of the windows, doors
and the sliding/tilting roof are locked in order to ensure the full functionality of
the anti-theft alarm system.
Note
The alarm system has its own power source. The working life of the power
supply source is 5 years.
Interior monitor and towing protection
Fig. 40
Button for interior monitor and
towing protection
Read and observe on page 57 first.
The interior monitor detects movements inside the locked vehicle and then
triggers the alarm.
The anti-towing detects tilts in the locked vehicle and then 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.
Deactivate
›
Switch off the ignition.
›
Open the driver door.
›
Press the symbol key on the B column of the driver's side
» Fig. 40.
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 device, 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.
Luggage compartment lid
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Opening/closing
58
Delayed locking of the boot lid
58
When closing the boot lid, do not press 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.
57Unlocking and opening
Front seat functions
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Front seat heating
78
Armrest setting
78
Folding front passenger seat
79
Front seat heating
Fig. 64
Buttons for heating the front
seats
The seat backrests and seats can be heated electrically.
The seat heating can only be switched on when the engine is running.
Buttons for the seat heating » Fig. 64
Left seat heating
Right seat heating
Switching on
›
Press the button or
» Fig. 64 .
Pressing once switches the seat heating on at its maximum level.
With repeated pressing of the switch, the intensity of the heating is reduced
until it is switched off.
The level of the seat heating is indicated by the number of illuminated warning
lights in the switch.
WARNINGIf you have impaired sensitivity to pain and/or temperature, e.g. through
medication, paralysis or because of chronic illness (e.g. diabetes), we do not recommend using the seat heating. There is a possibility of suffering from
burns that are difficult to heal. If the seat heating is used, we recommend
to make regular breaks in your journey when driving long distances, so that
the body can recuperate from the stress of the journey. Please consult your
doctor, who can evaluate your specific condition.
CAUTION
The following instructions should be observed to avoid damage to the seats.■Do not kneel on the seats or otherwise apply concentrated pressure to them.■
Do not switch on the seat heating for any seats that are not occupied.
■
Do not switch on the seat heating if the seat in question has objects attach-
ed to or placed on it, for example a child seat, a bag, etc.
■
Do not switch on the seat heating if the seat in question has additional pro-
tective covers or protective covers on it.
Note
If the on-board voltage decreases, the seat heating switches off automatically
» page 175 , Automatic load deactivation .
Armrest setting
Fig. 65
Adjust armrest
The armrest is adjustable for height and length.
Lifting
›
Lift the armrest in the direction of arrow
A
into one of the six locking posi-
tions » Fig. 65 .
Folding down
›
Lift the armrest in the direction of arrow
A
until it stops » Fig. 65.
78Using the system
Location for opening
Cup holder in rear centre console
Fuse plate
Open holder in the rear centre console›
Press the holder in area
C
» Fig. 81 .
The holder slides out.
›
Pull the holder until it stops in the arrow direction
1
.
›
Adjust the bracket by sliding the locking plate
E
in the direction of arrow
2
.
Close holder in the rear centre console
›
Remove the holder in the opposite direction to the arrow
1
» Fig. 81 .
WARNING■
Do not use any cups or beakers which are made of brittle material (e.g.
glass, porcelain). This could lead to injuries in the event of an accident.■
Never put hot cups in the cup holders. If the vehicle moves, they may spill
– risk of scalding!
■
No objects should be placed in the holders that might endanger the vehi-
cle's occupants if the vehicle brakes suddenly or the vehicle is in collision.
CAUTION
■ Do not leave open beverage containers in the cup holders during the journey.
There is a risk of spilling e.g. when braking which may cause damage to the
electrical components or seat upholstery.■
Before folding the rear centre seat, holder
D
» Fig. 81 must be closed - there
is risk of damage.
Note
A 1.5 litre bottle (max. capacity) can be stored in the holder D » Fig. 81 .CDECigarette lighterFig. 82
Cigarette lighter
Read and observe on page 84 first.
Use
›
Press the lighter in as far as the stop
» Fig. 82.
›
Wait until the lighter pops out.
›
Remove the glowing lighter and use immediately.
›
Place the cigarette lighter back into the socket.
WARNING■
The cigarette lighter also works if the ignition is switched off. When leav-
ing the vehicle, never leave people who are not completely independent,
such as children, unattended in the vehicle. These could operate the lighter
and get burned, start a fire or damage the interior.■
Take care when using the cigarette lighter! Improper usage can case
burns.
Note
The cigarette lighter socket can also be used as a 12 volt socket.86Using the system
Driving
Starting-off and Driving
Starting and stopping the engine using the key
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Electronic immobilizer
113
Steering lock locking / unlocking
114
Turn ignition on / off and start the engine
114
Stopping the engine
114
With the key in the ignition, the ignition can be switched on and off and the
engine can be started / stopped.
WARNING■ While driving with the engine stopped, the ignition must always be
switched on » page 114, Turn ignition on / off and start the engine .
■ With the ignition off, the steering may lock » page 114 - danger of an
accident!■
Do not withdraw the ignition key from the ignition lock until the vehicle
has come to a stop » page 121, Parking . Otherwise, the steering may lock -
danger of an accident!
■
Never leave the key in the vehicle when you exit the vehicle. Unauthor-
ized persons, such as children, for example, could lock the car, turn on the
ignition or start the engine - there is a danger of injury, damage and acci-
dents!
■
Never leave the vehicle unattended with the engine running - there is
risk of accident, damage or theft!
■
Never switch off the engine before the vehicle is stationary – risk of acci-
dent!
WARNING■ Never (e.g. in garages) run the engine in a closed place - there is the dan-
ger of poisoning and death!■
Do not leave any items (e.g. cloths or tools) in the engine compartment.
This presents a fire hazard and the risk of engine damage.
■
Never cover the engine with additional insulation material (e.g. with a
cover) – risk of fire!
CAUTION
■ Only start the engine when the engine and the vehicle are stationary - there
is a danger of starter and engine damage!■
Do not push-start the engine – risk of damaging the engine and the catalytic
converter. The battery from another vehicle can be used as a jump-start aid
» page 189 .
Note
Do not warm up the engine while the vehicle is stationary. If possible, start
your journey as soon as the engine has started. Through this, the engine rea-
ches its operating temperature faster.
Electronic immobilizer
Read and observe
and on page 113 first.
The electronic immobiliser (hereinafter referred to as immobiliser) makes the
attempted theft or unauthorised use of your vehicle more difficult.
An electronic chip is integrated in the head of the key. The immobiliser is deac-
tivated with the aid of this chip when the key is inserted in the ignition lock.
As soon as the ignition key is removed from the ignition lock, the immobiliser is
automatically activated.
Operational problems
If a component in the immobiliser key fails, it is not possible to start the en-
gine. A corresponding message appears in the display of the instrument clus-
ter to explain the immobiliser is active.
To start, use the other vehicle key or seek help from a specialist garage.
113Starting-off and Driving
NoteAfter switching off the ignition, the radiator fan may intermittently continue to
operate for approx. 10 minutes.
Starting and stopping the engine at the push of the button
Introduction
Fig. 130
Starter button (
)
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Steering column lock locking / unlocking
115
Switch ignition on / off
116
Starting the engine
116
Switching off the engine
116
Problems starting the engine
117
The ignition can be switched on and off and the engine can be started / stop-
ped with the starter button » Fig. 130.
The key must be in the vehicle to unlock the steering wheel, start the vehicle
and drive.
WARNING■ Never leave the key in the vehicle when you exit the vehicle. Unauthor-
ized persons, such as children, for example, could lock the car, turn on the
ignition or start the engine - there is a danger of injury, damage and acci-
dents!■
Never leave the vehicle unattended with the engine running - there is a
risk of theft etc!
■
Never switch off the engine before the vehicle is stationary – risk of acci-
dent!
WARNINGNever (e.g. in garages) run the engine in a closed place - there is the danger
of poisoning and death!
CAUTION
■ The system can recognize the valid key, even if it has been accidentally left
on the vehicle roof - there is danger of loss or damage to the key!■
Only start the engine when the engine and the vehicle are stationary - there
is a danger of starter and engine damage!
■
Do not push-start the engine – risk of damaging the engine and the catalytic
converter. The battery from another vehicle can be used as a jump-start aid
» page 189 .
Note
■
Do not warm up the engine while the vehicle is stationary. If possible, start
your journey as soon as the engine has started. Through this, the engine rea-
ches its operating temperature faster.■
The system is protected against inadvertently switching off the engine while
driving, this means that the engine can only be switched off in an emergency
» page 116 .
Steering column lock locking / unlocking
Read and observe
and on page 115 first.
The steering lock (steering lock) deters any attempted theft of your vehicle.
Locking
›
Switch off the engine.
›
Open the driver door.
The steering lock is locked automatically.
If the driver's door is opened and the ignition is switched off afterwards, the
steering is only locked after the vehicle has been locked.
Unlocking
›
Open the driver's door and get into the vehicle.
›
Close the driver's door.
The steering is locked automatically.
115Starting-off and Driving
WARNING■Read and observe the information and warning instructions on the fluid
containers.■
Keep the working fluids in sealed original containers and safe from peo-
ple who are not completely independent, e.g. children.
■
Never spill operating fluids over the hot engine - risk of fire.
■
If you intend to work underneath the vehicle, you must secure the vehicle
from rolling away and support it with suitable supporting blocks; the car
jack is not sufficient – risk of injury!
CAUTION
Always top up using the correct specification of fluids. This may result in major
operating problems and also vehicle damage!
For the sake of the environment
In view of the requirements for the environmentally friendly disposal of fluids and the special tools and knowledge required for such work, we recommend
that fluids be changed by a specialist garage.
Note
■ Please consult a specialist garage for any questions relating to fluids.■Fluids with the proper specifications can be purchased from the ŠKODA Origi-
nal Accessories or from the ŠKODA Genuine Parts ranges.
Opening and closing the bonnet
Fig. 166
Opening the bonnet
Read and observe and on page 165 first.
Open flap
›
Open the front door.
›
Pull the release lever underneath the dash panel in the direction of the ar-
row
1
» Fig. 166 .
Before opening the bonnet, ensure that the arms of the windscreen wipers
are correctly in place against the windscreen, otherwise the paintwork on the
flap could be damaged.
›
Press the release lever in the direction of the arrow
2
and the bonnet is un-
locked.
›
Grasp the bonnet catch and lift in the direction of arrow
3
.
›
Remove the lid prop in the direction of arrow
4
from the holder.
›
Secure the open flap inserting the end of the post into the opening in the di-
rection of arrow
5
.
Close the flap
›
Lift the bonnet.
›
Decouple the bonnet support and press into the holder designed to hold it.
›
Let the bonnet drop into the lock carrier lock from a height of around 20 cm –
do not push it in .
WARNING■
Check that the bonnet is closed properly.■If you notice that the lock is not properly engaged while driving, stop the
vehicle immediately and close the bonnet – risk of accident!■
Make sure that when closing the bonnet, no body parts are crushed -
there is danger of injury!
CAUTION
Never open the bonnet by the locking lever » Fig. 166.166General Maintenance
BatteryIn the remote control key193
Belts11
Belt tensioners14
Bonnet Closing
166
Opening166
Boot Class N1 vehicles
102
See Boot lid58
Boot lid automatic locking
58
Closing58
Opening58
Warning light34
Brake information messages
33
warning light33
Brake Assist (HBA)128
Brake booster120
brake fluid specification
172
Brake fluid171
Checking171
information messages33
Brake pedal (automatic gearbox) Warning light
39
Brakes Brake booster
120
Brake fluid171
Braking and stabilisation systems127
Handbrake120
Running-in124
Brakes and parking119
Brake system127
Braking Information on braking
119
Bulbs Replacing
199
Buttons in the doorselectric window lifters59
C
Camera Lens care
156
Camera lens care
156
Car care Jack
156
Car computer See multifunction display
41
Care and maintenance149
Car park ticket holder84
Carrier Roof rack
103
Cavity protection156
Central locking52
Problems56
Central locking button54
Change engine oil
168
light bulb in tail light202
Change engine oil
168
Changing Wheels
182
Changing a wheel Follow-up tasks
186
Preparation183
Changing wheels Wheel removal and fix
186
Charging a vehicle battery174
Check Fit ball head properly
144
Checking Battery electrolyte level
173
Brake fluid171
Coolant170
Engine oil169
Oil level169
Windscreen washer fluid167
Checks Statutory checks
149
Children and safety21
Child safety Side airbag
23
Child safety lock56
Child safety seat Use of child safety seats
23
Child seat Classification
23
ISOFIX23
on the front passenger seat22
TOP TETHER25
Use of ISOFIX child seats24
Chrome parts Refer to vehicle maintenance
155
Cigarette lighter86
Clean Anodized parts
155
Chrome parts155
Cleaning Alcantara
158
and maintaining belts159
artificial leather158
headlight glasses155
materials158
natural leather158
plastic parts155
seats covers of the electrically heated seats159
wheels156
Cleaning safety belt
159
Cleaning seat covers
159
Cleaning the interior artificial leather
158
Seat covers159
214Index
Cleaning the vehicle exteriorCamera lens156
Cavity protection156
Decorative films154
Door locking cylinder156
Headlight glasses155
Protective films154
Towing hitch157
Under-body protection157
wheels156
Cleaning vehicle152
Cleaning vehicle exterior153
Anodized parts155
Chrome parts155
Plastic parts155
Rubber seals155
Vehicle paint work154
Wiper blades157
Clean interior Safety belt
159
Climatronic air distribution control
107
Automatic operation107
Operating elements106
Clothes hook92
Cockpit 12-Volt power outlet
88
Ashtray87
Cigarette lighter86
General view27
Lighting69
storage compartments83
useful equipment83
Comfort control window
61
COMING HOME67
compartments83
Component protection151
Components of the puncture repair kits187
Computer See multifunction display41
Convenience operation sliding / tilting roof
62
convenience turn signal66
Coolant169
Checking170
Messages33
Replenishing171
Temperature gauge29
Warning light33
CORNER see Headlights with CORNER function
67
Cornering lights Display messages
36
Correct routing of seat belt
12
Correct seated position8
Front passenger10
Rear seats10
Correct seat position Driver
9
Counter for distance driven30
cruise control operation
139
operation description139
Cruise control system Warning light
39
Cup holders85
D
DAY LIGHT see Daylight running lights
65
Daylight running lights65
De-icing windows
155
De-icing the windscreen and rear window70
Deactivating an airbag19
Decorative films154
Delayed locking of the boot lid see boot lid58
Diesel refer to Fuel
162
diesel - particulate filter
37
Diesel fuel Operation in winter
162
Diesel particulate filter warning light
37
Digital Clock30
Dipstick169
Disconnecting and reconnecting vehicle battery
175
Display29
Compass points48
Coolant temperature29
Fuel supply30
Gear changes40
Service intervals48
Display a low temperature39
Display of the second speed31
Display of the second speedometer31
Disposal Acceptance and recycling of used vehicles
152
Distance driven30
Door Child safety lock
56
Closing55
Emergency locking194
Emergency locking the driver's door194
Opening55
warning light door open33
Door open warning light
33
Drive Driving through water
126
Driver Steering Recommendation (DSR)128
215Index