2016 SKODA FABIA fuse

Brake fluid142Vehicle battery142
Wheels
145
Wheels and tyres
145
Operating in winter conditions
148
Do-it-yourself
Emergency equipment, and self-help
149
Emergency equipment
149
Changing a wheel
151
Breakdown kit
154
Jump-starting
156
Towing the vehicle
157
Remote control - change battery
159
Emergency unlocking / locking of doors
159
Replacing windscreen wiper blades
161
Fuses and light bulbs
162
Fuses
162
Bulbs
165
Technical data
Technical data
173
Basic vehicle data
173
Vehicle-specific details per engine type
178
Index
3Table of Contents

 GeneratorRead and observe
on page 29 first.
 lights up – the battery is not being charged whilst the engine is running.
▶ As the vehicle battery during your journey, are all non-essential electrical
loads (e.g. Infotainment) must be switched off.
▶ You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.
CAUTION
If in addition to the light  the light  lights up while driving,  stop driving -
risk of engine damage! Switch off the engine and seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage.
 Coolant
Read and observe
on page 29 first.
Coolant level too low
  Illumi-
nates
ENGINE COOLANT PLEASE CHECK! Log book!ENGINE COOLANT PLEASE CHECK
▶ Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and allow the engine to cool down.
▶ Check the coolant level » page 141, Checking and refilling .
If the coolant level is within the specified range and the warning light lights
up again, then there may be a malfunction of the cooling fan.
▶ Switch off the ignition.
▶ Check the fuse for the radiator fan, replace if necessary.
If the coolant level and fan fuse are both OK but the warning light lights up
again, 
stop driving!
▶ Seek help from a specialist garage.
Coolant temperature too high
  Illumi-
nates
Engine overheat. Stop! Log book!ENGINE OVERHEAT STOP
▶ Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and allow the engine to cool down.
▶ Continue your journey only after the warning light  has disappeared.
 Engine oil pressure
Read and observe
on page 29 first.
 
flashes – the engine oil pressure is too low.
▶ Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the engine oil level.
▶ Even if the oil level is correct, 
do not drive any further if the warning light
is flashing. Also do not leave the engine running at an idling speed.
▶ Seek help from a specialist garage.
CAUTION
If, under the given conditions, it is not possible to top up with engine oil, stop
driving - there is a risk of engine damage! Switch off the engine and seek as-
sistance from a specialist garage.
 Engine oil level
Read and observe
on page 29 first.
Engine oil level too low
  Illumi-
nates
Oil level: refill oil!ADD OIL
▶ Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the engine oil level, top up
if necessary.
The warning light will go out if the bonnet is left open for more than 30 sec-
onds. If the engine oil is not refilled, the warning light will come on again after
driving about 100 km.
Engine oil level too high
  Illumi-
nates
Reduce oil level!OIL LEVEL TOO HIGH
▶ You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.
Fault on the engine oil level sensor
  Illumi-
nates
Oil sensor: Workshop!OIL SENSOR WORKSHOP
▶ You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately. 
34Operation

Replacing the rear window wiper bladeFig. 199
Changing the rear window wiper blade
Read and observe
on page 161 first.
Removing the wiper blade
›
Lift the wiper arm » page 162from the window in the direction of arrow
1
» Fig. 199.
›
Tilt the wiper blade to the stop in the same direction.
›
Grip the wiper arm and press securing latch
A
down in the direction of arrow
2
.
›
Remove the wiper blade in the direction of the arrow
3
.
Attaching the windscreen wiper blade
›
Slide the windscreen wiper blade in the opposite direction to arrow
3
until it
locks into place. Check that the windscreen wiper blade is correctly attached.
›
Fold the windscreen wiper arm back to the windscreen.
Fuses and light bulbs
Fuses
 Introduction
Fig. 200
Blown fuse
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Fuses in the dash panel
163
Fuse arrangement in the dash panel
163
Fuses in the engine compartment
164
Fuse arrangement in the engine compartment
165
Individual electrical circuits are protected by fuses. A blown fuse is recognisa-
ble from the melted-through metal strip » Fig. 200.
WARNINGAlways read and observe the warnings before completing any work in the
engine compartment » page 137.
CAUTION
■
Replace the faulty fuse with a new one of the same amperage.■If a newly inserted fuse again blows after a short time, then seek assistance
from a specialist garage.■
“Do not repair” the fuses and do not replace them with stronger fuses - dan-
ger of fire and damage to another electrical system.
Note
■ We recommend that you always carry replacement fuses in the vehicle.■One fuse may cover several consumers. A single consumer may use several
fuses.162Do-it-yourself

Fuses in the dash panelFig. 201
Remove the cover
Read and observe and on page 162 first.
The fuses are located on the bottom of the dash panel behind a cover.
Replacing fuses
›
Remove the ignition key, turn off the lights and all electrical consumers.
›
Remove the cover of the fuse box » Fig. 201 in the direction of the arrow.
›
Remove the plastic clip from the holder in the fuse box cover.
›
Use the clip to pull the fuse out, then insert a new fuse.
›
Replace the clamp in the original position.
›
Insert the top edge of the cover into the dash panel first.
›
Push the lower edge of the cover in the region
A
.
Fuse arrangement in the dash panel
Fig. 202
Fuses: LHD / RHD
Read and observe and on page 162 first.No.Power consumer1Left parking light, parking light, high-mounted brake light2Central locking, front and rear window washer system (only with
KESSY or ACC)3Ignition4Right-hand light, rear fog light, license plate light5Power windows - driver6Interior lighting7Horn8Towing hitch - left light
9
Operating lever beneath the steering wheel, engine control unit (on-
ly without KESSY), automatic gearbox (only without KESSY), selector
lever of the automatic transmission (only without KESSY), ESC (only
without KESSY), towing equipment (only without KESSY), power
steering (only without KESSY)10Power windows - rear left11Headlight cleaning system12Infotainment display1312 volt socket in luggage compartment14Operating lever under the steering wheel, light switch, ignition key
removal lock (automatic transmission), diagnostic connector, head-
light flasher, SmartGate, rain sensor, light sensor, reversing camera15Air conditioning, automatic transmission16Instrument cluster17Anti-theft alarm, horn18Not assigned19Not assigned20Not assigned21Not assigned22Front and rear window washer system (only without KESSY or with-
out ACC)23Not assigned 163Fuses and light bulbs

No.Power consumer24Blower fan for the air conditioning system, heating, air conditioning,
heating25Not assigned26Heated front seats27Rear window wiper28Not assigned29airbag30Electric windows, light switches, reversing light switch, exterior mir-
rors, feed for the central toolbar, feed for the side toolbar, rear view
mirror, air-conditioning system, park assist31Fuel pump, radiator fan, cruise control, front and rear window wash-
er, engine start32Diagnostic connector, headlight range adjustment33Clutch pedal switch34Heated windscreen washer jets35Not assigned36Heated front seats37Radar38Not assigned39Electrical auxiliary heating system40Not assigned41Rear window heating42Power windows - front passenger43Trailer device - electrical outlet44Cigarette lighter, 12-volt power socket45Power windows - rear right46Front and rear window washer, operating lever under the steering
wheel47Trailer device - electrical outlet48Towing hitch - right light49Fuel pump50Infotainment51Heating of the external mirrorNo.Power consumer52KESSY53KESSY steering lock54Not assigned55Heated front seats56Not assigned57Not assigned58Not assigned59Not assigned
Fuses in the engine compartment
Fig. 203
Remove the cover
Read and observe
and on page 162 first.
Replacing fuses
›
Remove the ignition key, turn off the lights and all electrical consumers.
›
Press together the lock buttons of the cover simultaneously in the direction
of arrow
1
and remove the cover in the direction of arrow
2
» Fig. 203 .
›
Remove the plastic clip from the holder on the cover of the fuse box in the
dash panel.
›
Replace the defective fuse.
›
Replace the cover, push the lock buttons of the cover together and lock.
›
Replace the clamp in the original position.
CAUTION
The cover of the fuse box in the engine compartment must always be used
correctly, otherwise water may penetrate into the fuse box – there is a danger
of damage to the vehicle!164Do-it-yourself

Fuse arrangement in the engine compartmentFig. 204
Fuses
Read and observe and on page 162 first.
No.Power consumer1Radiator fan2Glow plug system3ABS or ESC4Electrical auxiliary heating system5Electrical auxiliary heating system6Automatic gearbox7Engine control system8Windscreen wipers9Battery data module10ABS or ESC11Not assigned12Injectors, valve for fuel metering, control valve for oil pressure, valve
for exhaust gas recirculation cooler13Brake pedal switch14Fuel pump, coolant pump15Engine control system16Starter17Engine control system18Additional electrical heating, radiator fan, wastegate, oil temperature
sensor, valve for activated charcoal filter, valve for intake manifoldNo.Power consumer19Lambda probe20Preheating unit, crankcase ventilation heating, ignition coils
Bulbs
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Bulb arrangement in the front headlights
166
Cover the front wheel Removing / replacing
166
Remove/replace the mounting for the mopping water container nozzle
167
Changing bulbs for low and main beam (Halogen headlights)
167
Replacing the bulb for the side light (Halogen headlights)
168
Replacing the bulb for the side light (Halogen headlights)
168
Replacing the bulb for the daytime running lights light (Halogen
headlights)
168
Replacing the bulb for the low beam (Halogen headlights)
169
Replacing the bulb for the main beam (Halogen headlights)
169
Replacing the bulb for the turn signal light (Halogen headlights)
170
Changing light bulbs for fog lights
170
Changing the bulb for the licence plate light
171
Removing/installing tail light
171
Replacing the bulbs in the tail lamp assembly
172
We recommend having bulbs replaced by a specialist garage or seeking other
expert help in the event of any uncertainties.
▶ Switch off the ignition and all of the lights before replacing a bulb.
▶ Faulty bulbs must only be replaced with the same type of bulbs. The designa-
tion is located on the light socket or the glass bulb.
We recommend having the headlight settings checked by a specialist garage after replacing a bulb in the low, high or fog beam.
Visit a specialist garage if an LED diode is faulty. 
165Fuses and light bulbs

Remove/replace the mounting for the mopping water containernozzleFig. 207
Remove the mounting for the mopping water container nozzle
Read and observe
and on page 166 first.
The mounting for the mopping water container nozzle must be removed in or-
der to replace some light bulbs. The holder is located in the engine compart-
ment, front right.
Details about removing the mounting, if needed,are given in each lamp re-
placement description.
Removal
›
Remove the container nozzle
A
from the holder in the direction of arrow
1
» Fig. 207 .
›
Insert a finger into the recess
B
in the direction of arrow
2
and lift the catch
C
in the direction of arrow
3
.
›
Remove the holder of the container nozzle in the direction of arrow
4
.
Inserting›Slide the holder of the container nozzle in the opposite direction to the ar-
row 4
» Fig. 207 .
The holder must engage firmly.
›
Push the container nozzle into the holder in the opposite direction to the ar-
row
1
.
Changing bulbs for low and main beam (Halogen headlights)
Fig. 208
Removing bulbs for low and main beam
Read and observe
and on page 166 first.
›
Remove the relevant cover in the front wheel well » page 166.
To replace lamp, first remove the mounting for the mopping water container
nozzle in the right headlight » page 167.
›
Remove the protective cap
B
» Fig. 205 on page 166 .
›
Press the connector latch and remove the plug connector by jiggling in the
direction of arrow
1
» Fig. 208 .
›
Push in the spring in the direction of the arrow
2
.
›
Release the spring in the direction of the arrow
3
.
›
Remove the defective bulb in the direction of arrow
4
.
›
Fit a new bulb into the headlamp and secure the spring in the opposite direc-
tion to the arrow
3
.
›
Insert the plug in the opposite direction to the arrow
1
.
›
Fit protective cap
B
» Fig. 205 on page 166 .
After changing the lamp in the right headlamp, replace the mounting for the
mopping water container nozzle » page 167.
›
Replace the appropriate cover in the front wheel well » page 166.
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Replacing the bulb for the low beam (Halogen headlights)Fig. 212
Changing the bulb for the low beam
Read and observe
and on page 166 first.
›
Remove the relevant cover in the front wheel well » page 166.
›
Remove the protective cap
D
» Fig. 205 on page 166 .
›
Turn the holder with the bulb in the direction of arrow
1
» Fig. 212 .
›
Remove the holder with the bulb in the direction of arrow
2
.
›
Remove the bulb from the holder in the direction of the arrow
3
.
›
Insert a new bulb into the connector so that the lug
A
on the connector
snaps into the groove on the bulb.
›
Insert the connector with the new bulb into the headlight in the opposite di-
rection to the arrow
2
.
›
Turn the connector with the new bulb in the opposite direction to the arrow
1
until it stops.
›
Fit protective cap
D
» Fig. 205 on page 166 .
›
Replace the appropriate cover in the front wheel well » page 166.
Replacing the bulb for the main beam (Halogen headlights)Fig. 213
Changing the bulb for the main beam
Read and observe
and on page 166 first.
Remove the mounting for the mopping water container nozzle before replac-
ing the lamp in the right headlight » page 167.
›
Remove the protective cap
E
» Fig. 205 on page 166 .
›
Turn the holder with the bulb in the direction of arrow
1
» Fig. 213 .
›
Remove the holder with the bulb in the direction of arrow
2
.
›
Remove the bulb from the holder in the direction of the arrow
3
.
›
Insert a new bulb into the connector so that the lug
A
on the connector
snaps into the groove on the bulb.
›
Insert the connector with the new bulb into the headlight in the opposite di-
rection to the arrow
2
.
›
Turn the connector with the new bulb in the opposite direction to the arrow
1
until it stops.
›
Fit protective cap
E
» Fig. 205 on page 166 .
After changing the lamp in the right headlamp, replace mounting for the mop-
ping water container nozzle » page 167.
169Fuses and light bulbs