WARNINGNever cover the engine with additional insulation material (e.g. with a cov-
er) – risk of fire!WARNINGWhen working in the engine compartment, the following instructions must
be observed - otherwise risk of injury or fire. The engine compartment of
your car is a hazardous area!WARNINGInstructions before beginning work in the engine compartment■Turn off the engine and remove the ignition key.■
Firmly apply the handbrake.
■
For vehicles with manual transmission the lever into the neutral position.
For vehicles with automated manual transmission shift the lever to posi-
tion N.
■
Allow the engine to cool.
■
Never open the bonnet if you can see steam or coolant flowing out of the
engine compartment – risk of scalding! Wait until the steam or coolant has
stopped escaping.
WARNINGInformation for working in the engine compartment■Keep everyone away from the engine compartment.■
Do not touch any hot engine parts – risk of burns!
■
Never touch the radiator fan. The radiator fan may still turn suddenly
about 10 minutes after switching off the ignition!
■
Do not smoke in the vicinity of the engine and avoid the use of open
flames or sparks.
■
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.
■
Read and observe the information and warning instructions on the fluid
containers.
WARNINGInformation for working in the engine compartment with the engine run-
ning■
If it is necessary to work on the engine with the engine running, beware
of rotating engine parts and electrical plants - they can be fatal!
■
Never touch the electric wiring on the ignition system.
■
Avoid short circuits in the electrical system, particularly on the vehicle's
battery.
CAUTION
Only refill using fluids with the proper specification - risk of damage to the ve-
hicle!
Note
■ Fluids with the proper specifications can be purchased from the ŠKODA Origi-
nal Accessories or from the ŠKODA Genuine Parts ranges.■
We recommend you have the operating fluids replaced by a specialist garage.
121Inspecting and replenishing
RemoteFig. 158
Remove cover/take out battery
›
Pop out the key bit.
›
Press off the battery cover
A
» Fig. 158 with your thumb or by using a
screwdriver in the area of arrow
1
.
›
Press down on the discharged battery in the area of arrow
2
and insert a
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 key after replacing the battery » page 45.
CAUTION
■
The replacement battery must correspond to the original specification.■Pay attention to the correct polarity when changing the battery.
Note
■We recommend you have the battery replaced by a specialist garage.■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.
Emergency unlocking / unlocking of doors
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Locking the door without locking cylinders
142
Unlock the boot lid
142Locking the door without locking cylindersFig. 159
Emergency locking: Left/right rear door
›
Open the door in question and remove cover
A
(applies to rear doors)
» Fig. 159 .
›
Insert the key into the slot and turn in the direction of the arrow (spring-loa-
ded position).
›
Insert cover
A
(applies to rear doors).
After closing, the door is locked.
Unlock the boot lid
Fig. 160
Unlocking the boot lid
The boot lid can be unlocked manually from inside the vehicle.
›
Insert the vehicle key into the slot in the boot lid trim panel » Fig. 160 as far
as it will go.
›
Unlock the lid by moving it in the direction of the arrow.
142Do-it-yourself
No.Consumer3Radio4DC-DC voltage converter, motor starter, bar with buttons5Air conditioning system6Not assigned7Not assigned8Not assigned9Vehicle lighting - right side10Vehicle lighting - left side11Starter12DC-DC voltage converter, ABS, instrument cluster, radio
Fuses in the engine compartment
Fig. 169
Remove the fuse box cover.
Read and observe and on page 144 first.
The fuses are located underneath a cover next to the vehicle battery
» Fig. 169 .
Replacing fuses
›
Remove the ignition key, turn off the lights and all electrical consumers.
›
Press the locking keys
1
of the cover » Fig. 169 together simultaneously.
›
Push the cover in the direction of the arrow
2
.
›
Replace the defective fuse.
›
Position the cover against the arrow until it clicks.
Fuse arrangement in the engine compartmentFig. 170
Fuses
Read and observe and on page 144 first.
No.Consumer1ABS/ESP2Radiator fan3Cooling control system, ignition4ABS/ESP5Battery data module6Ignition lock, starter
Bulbs
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Bulb arrangement in the front headlights
148
Removing bulbs for low and high beam- Variant 1
148
Replacing the bulb for daytime running lights and parking lights- Variant
1
149
Change bulb for low beam and high beam - Variant 2
149
Changing the bulb for the front turn signal light
149
Changing light bulbs for fog lights
150
Changing the bulb for the licence plate light
150
Removing/installing taillights
151
Replacing the bulbs in the tail lamp assembly
151
147Fuses and light bulbs
Index
A
ABS Operation
104
Warning light34
Acceptance and recycling of used vehicles
112
Accessories110
Adjusting Steering wheel
13
Adjusting the seats12
Adjustment Light range
49
Adjust radio volume77
Advice on tyre/wheel usage128
Air-conditioning system Air outlet vents
74
air bag17
Airbag Adjustments and impairments to the airbagsystem
111
Deactivation20
Deployment18
Warning light35
Airbag system17
air conditioning recirculation
73
Air conditioning71
Climatronic73
Manual air conditioning72
Air outlet vents74
All-year tyres131
Alternator Warning light
32
AM82
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)104
Anti-theft wheel bolts136
Application management93
Connection93
Main menu94
Ashtray62
Assist systems103
Audio source85
Auto check control41
Automated manual transmission Kick-down
101
Tiptronic101
Automated transmission100
Automatically turn off the radio77
Automatic driving light control51
Automatic shutdown of consumers126
Automatic transmission Defect
33
Selector lever100
Starting-off and driving101
Warning light33
Automatic transmission modes100
AUX87
Avoiding damage to your vehicle102
B
Battery Change in key
142
Belts14
Belt tensioners16
Blues radio Device language settings
81
Display settings81
Factory settings81
Media menu84
Media menu settings81
menu settings80
Radio menu81
Radio menu settings80
safe removal of the data source81
Settings80
Sound settings80
Status line77
Blues Radio75
Device description76
Information on the device system81
Blues radio display76
Bluetooth profile93
Bluetooth® player87
Bonnet Closing
122
Opening122
Boot Class N1 vehicles
70
see boot lid46
Boot lid Automatic locking
46
Open/Close46
Brake Assist (HBA)104
Brake booster98
Brake fluid125
Check125
specification125
Brake pads new
98
Brake pedal - automatic transmission warning light
36
Brakes Brake booster
98
Brake fluid125
Braking and stabilisation systems103
Handbrake98
Information on braking98
Warning lights32
Brake system103
Braking Running in
102
Breakdown kit137
Breakdown service90
see Help in an emergency10
157Index
Hazard warning light system52
HBA104
Headrests57
Heating71, 72
Mirrors55
Rear window53
Seats58
Help in an emergency10
HHC104
Hill Start Assist (HHC)104
Hook68
horn29
I
Ignition lock
96
immobiliser95
Important notes75
Importing phonebook91
In an emergency Changing a wheel
134
Inertia reels16
Information about the towing process140
Information service90
Information system37
Door alarm37
MAXI DOT display41
Service interval display42
Instrument cluster30
See instrument cluster30
Warning lights31
Interior light52
ISOFIX24, 25
J
Jack
133
- fit136
Jump-starting139, 140
K
Key Change battery
142
Lock43
Starting/Stopping the engine95
Unlock43
L
LEAVING HOME
51
lever Turn signal/main beam
50
Lever Cruise control
106
Operating the information system39
Windscreen wipers54
Lever operation100
light Flash
50
Fog lights/rear fog light51
Light Automatic driving light control
51
Cockpit52
COMING HOME / LEAVING HOME51
Dimmed headlights49
Headlight range control49
on and off49
Parking light52
Replacing bulbs147
Sidelights49
Turn signal/main beam50
Light bulbs Replacing
147
Lighting Interior lighting
52
Luggage compartment67
Light on and off49
Lights49
Abroad52
Daylight running50
Hazard warning light system52
Warning lights31
List of available stations
83
of telephone contacts91
With folder / track list84
List of paired Bluetooth devices93
Load153
Loading floor69
Lock Key
43
Locking Central locking button
44
in case of emergency142
Remote control43
locking the steering lock95
Low tyre pressure warning refer to the tyre pressure monitoring
108
Luggage compartment67
Cover69
Fasteners68
Fixing nets68
Hook68
Lighting67
unlock manually142
Unlock the boot lid142
Variable loading floor69
Luggage compartment cover69
Luggage compartment lid46
M
Main beam
50
Warning light36
Main menu Application management
94
Media84
Radio82
Managing paired Bluetooth devices93
160Index
Top speed156
TOP TETHER26
Towing away140
Towing device112
Towing eye141
Towing the vehicle140
Traction control (TCS)34, 104
Transport Luggage compartment
67
Roof rack70
Transporting children21
Triangle133
Trip counter38
Turn off the radio77
Turn on the radio77
Turn signal50
Turn signal system Warning light
36
Tyre load capacity131
Tyre pressure129
Warning light34
Tyre pressure monitoring108
Warning light34
Tyre repair137
Tyres128
damage128
Explanation of the label131
new128
Tyre pressure129
Wear indicator130
Tyre size131
U
Umbrella Tray
64
Unlock Key
43
UnlockingCentral locking button44
In case of emergency142
Remote control43
Unlocking and locking42, 44
Unlocking the steering lock95
Updating phonebook91
USB87
Used vehicles Acceptance and recycling
112
Useful equipment Clothes hook
65
Cup holders61
Multimedia holder63
Useful features Storage compartment
59
Useful Features 12-volt socket
63
Ashtray62
Cigarette lighter62
Pockets65
Reflective vest133
Ticket holder60
V
Vehicle battery Automatic shutdown of consumers
126
charging127
Checking the battery condition127
Operation in winter127
Safety instructions126
Vehicle condition See auto check control
41
Vehicle data sticker152
Vehicle data sticker and nameplate Vehicle data sticker and nameplate
152
Vehicle dimensions154
Vehicle height154
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)152
Vehicle length154
Vehicle tool kit133
Vehicle width154
Vest133
VIN Vehicle Identification Number
152
Visibility53
Visors53
W
Warning at excessive speeds
40
Warning lights31
Warning symbols See warning lights
31
Warning triangle133
Warranty5
Waste container61
Weather conditions110
Weights152, 153
Wheel bolts Anti-theft wheel bolts
136
Caps135
Loosening and tightening136
Wheels128
Full trim135
Load Index131
Snow chains131
Speed symbol131
Tyre age128
Tyre damage128
Tyre pressure129
Tyre storage128
Unidirectional tyres129
Winter tyres131
Window operation
46
Windscreen washer fluid Refilling
123
Windscreen washer system53
164Index