2016 SKODA FABIA boot

The attachment points A and B are located on both sides of the vehicle
» Fig. 110 .
The mounting and dismounting of the basic carrier is carried out in accordance
with the instructions provided.
Roof load
The maximum permitted weight of the load incl. carriers is 75 kg.WARNINGThe following instructions must be observed to aid road safety when trans- porting cargo on the roof rack.■
Always distribute the load on the roof rack evenly and secure properly
with suitable lashing straps or tensioning straps.
■
When transporting heavy objects or objects which take up a large area on
the roof rack system, handling of the car may change as a result of the dis-
placement of the centre of gravity. The style of driving and speed must
therefore be adapted to circumstances.
■
The permissible roof load, permissible axle loads and gross permissible
weight of the vehicle must not be exceeded under any circumstances – risk
of accident.
CAUTION
■ Ensure that the boot lid does not hit the roof load when opened.■Ensure the roof aerial is not impaired by the load being transported.
Note
We recommend that you use a roof rack from ŠKODA Original Accessories.Heating and ventilation
Heating, manual air conditioning system, Climatronic
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Heating and manual air conditioning
86
Climatronic (automatic air conditioning)
87
Climatronic - automatic operation
87
Recirculated air mode
88
Air outlet vents
88
The heater heats and ventilates the vehicle interior. The air conditioning sys-
tem also cools and dehumidifies the vehicle interior.
The heating effect is dependent upon the coolant temperature, thus full heat
output only occurs when the engine has reached its operating temperature.
The cooling system works under the following conditions. The cooling system is switched on.
The engine is running.
The outside temperature is above 2 °C.
The blower is switched on.
When the cooling system is switched on, it prevents misting of the windscreen
and windows.
It is possible to boost the effectiveness of the cooling system by briefly acti-
vating the air recirculation system » page 88.
Health protection
To reduce health risks (e.g. common colds), the following instructions for the
use of the cooling system are to be observed. ▶ The difference between the outside temperature and the inside temperature
should not be greater than 5 °C.
▶ The cooling system should be turned off about 10 minutes before the end of
the journey.
▶ Once a year, a disinfection of the air conditioner must be carried out by a
specialist company. 
85Heating and ventilation

WARNING■The general information relating to the use of assistance systems must
be observed » page 100, in section Introduction .■
The camera may not be soiled or obscured, otherwise the system function
will be significantly affected - there is a risk of accident. For information on
cleaning » page 132 , Exterior car care .
CAUTION
■
The camera image is distorted by contrast with eyesight. The display is
therefore only of limited use for estimating distances to following vehicles.■
Some items, such as thin columns, chain link fences or lattice, may not be
represented adequately in terms of display resolution.
■
In a crash or damage the vehicle's rear camera can possibly deviate from the
correct position. If this is the case, have the sensor checked by a specialist ga-
rage.
Note
The camera can be equipped with a cleaning system » page 60. The spraying is
carried out automatically when the rear window is sprayed.
Operation
Fig. 132
Installation location of the camera / scanned area behind the ve-
hicle
Read and observe
and on page 106 first.
The camera for capturing the area behind the vehicle is in the grip of the bootlid » Fig. 132 .
Area behind the vehicle » Fig. 132
Detection range of the camera
Area outside the detection range of the camera
The system can assist the driver when parking and manoeuvring under the fol-
lowing basic conditions.
The ignition is switched on.
The reverse gear is engaged. 1)
The luggage compartment lid is completely closed.
The vehicle is travelling at less than 15 km/h.
The area behind the vehicle is clearly visible.
The selected parking / manoeuvring area is clear and even.
Note
■ The display can be interrupted by pressing the symbol button  » Fig. 130 on
page 105 .■
After disengaging the reverse gear, automatic display of the parking aid is
carried out (variant 2, 3) » page 103.
Guidelines and function interfaces
Fig. 133
Infotainment Display: Orientation lines / functional surfaces
Read and observe
and on page 106 first.
Orientation lines are shown along with the monitored area behind the vehicle
in the display. 
AB1)
The area behind the vehicle can be displayed for a few seconds more after disengaging the reverse gear.
106Driving

The release pin B is completely exposed (both its red and green parts are
visible).
The key is removed and the cap C
attached to the lock.
Removing the bar ball - Step 1
Fig. 158
Remove the cap from the lock
Fig. 159
Insert the key into the lock / unlock the lock
Read and observe
on page 119 first.
No trailer or other accessory is connected to the tow bar. We recommend put- ting the protective cover onto the ball head before removing the tow bar.
›
Remove the cover
A
from the lock in the direction of the arrow
1
» Fig. 158 .
›
Insert the key
B
into the lock in the direction of arrow
2
, so that its green
marker points upward » Fig. 159.
›
Turn the key in the direction of arrow
3
so that the red marking points up-
wards.
Removing the bar ball - Step 2Fig. 160
Release tow bar
Read and observe on page 119 first.
Removing
›
Grasp the ball head from underneath » Fig. 160 .
›
Push in the release bolt
A
in the direction of arrow
1
until it stops and si-
multaneously press the operating lever
B
in the direction of arrow
2
until it
stops.
The ball head is released in this position and falls freely into the hand. If it
does not fall freely into the hand, use your other hand to push it upwards.
Subsequent steps
›
Insert the cover
B
» Fig. 154 on page 120 in the opposite direction to arrow
2
.
›
Fix the cap
A
» Fig. 154 on page 120 aligning it with “check mark” in the low-
er bumper area.
›
Push the cap in first on the left and right and then at the top.
If the operating lever
B
is held firm and not pushed downwards as far as it
can go, it will go back up after the ball head is removed and will not latch into
the ready position. The knee-joint bar will then need to be brought into this
position before the next time it is installed » page 120, Adjusting the ready po-
sition .
The knee-joint bar must be cleaned before storing in the box with the vehicle
tool always.
WARNINGNever allow the ball head to remain unsecured in the boot. This could
cause damage to the boot upon sudden braking, and could put the safety
of the occupants at risk! 122Driving

ŠKODA Original partsRead and observe
on page 127 first.
We recommend the use of ŠKODA Genuine Parts for your vehicle, as these
parts are approved by ŠKODA AUTO. These parts comply wholly with ŠKODA
AUTO regulations and are identical to the parts used in series production.
ŠKODA AUTO is able to warrant the safety, suitability, and long life of these
products.
ŠKODA service partners are liable for any defects in ŠKODA original parts for a
period of 2 years after sale in accordance with materials defect liability under
the law unless otherwise agreed in the purchase agreement.
ŠKODA Original accessories
Read and observe
on page 127 first.
You should note the following if you wish to fit accessories to your vehicle:
We recommend that you use ŠKODA Genuine Accessories in your vehicle.
ŠKODA AUTO has selected these accessories to ensure that they are reliable,
safe and suitable for your particular vehicle. Although we constantly monitor
the market, we are not able to assess or vouch the suitability of other products
for your vehicle, despite the fact that some products may have operational ap-
proval or may have been approved by a nationally recognised testing laborato-
ry.
ŠKODA Service Partners are liable for any defects in ŠKODA Genuine Parts for a
period of 2 years after installation or delivery in accordance with materials de-
fect liability legislation, unless otherwise agreed in the purchase contract or in
any other agreements.
Spoiler
Read and observe
on page 127 first.
WARNINGIf your vehicle is equipped with a Genuine Accessories spoiler on the front
bumper in combination with the spoiler on the boot lid, the following in-
structions must be observed - otherwise there is a risk of accidents and se-
rious injuries!■
The vehicle can only be equipped with a spoiler on the front bumper in
combination with the corresponding spoiler on the boot lid.
■
A Genuine Accessories spoiler cannot be fitted to the front bumper either
on its own (without a spoiler on the boot lid) or in combination with an un-
suitable spoiler on the boot lid.
■
We recommend that you consult the ŠKODA Service Partner for any re-
pairs to or replacement, addition or removal of spoilers.
■
Unprofessional work carried out on the spoilers of your vehicle may result
in some functions/vehicle systems malfunctioning.
Component protection
Read and observe
on page 127 first.
Some electronic vehicle components (such as the instrument cluster) are fac-
tory-equipped with component protection. This ensures the functional limita-
tion of these components in a non-legitimate installation in another vehicle
(e.g. after a theft) or operation outside the vehicle.
Airbags
Read and observe
on page 127 first.
WARNING■Adjustments, repairs and modifications which have been carried out un-
professionally can cause damage, operational faults, and can also seriously
impair the effectiveness of airbag system – there is the risk of an accident
and fatal injury.■
A change to the vehicle's wheel suspension, including the use of non-ap-
proved wheels and tire combinations, can impair the functioning of the air-
bag system - risk of accident and fatal injury! 
128General Maintenance

Do-it-yourself
Emergency equipment, and self-help
Emergency equipment
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Placement of the first aid kit and warning triangle
149
Location of reflective vest
149
Fire extinguisher
150
Vehicle tool kit
150
Placement of the first aid kit and warning triangle
Fig. 176
Placement of the first aid kit and
warning triangle - version 1
Fig. 177
Placing the first aid kit and the warning triangle - variant 2 / re-
lease the warning triangle
The following information is for the first aid kit and warning triangle from the
ŠKODA Original accessories valid.
Placing the first-aid kit
The first-aid box can be attached by a strap to the right-hand side of the boot
» Fig. 176 or » Fig. 177 .
Placing of the warning triangle - variant 1
The warning triangle can be stored in the recess under the loading edge
» Fig. 176 .
Warning triangle – version 2
The first-aid box can be attached to the right-hand side of the boot using a
strap » Fig. 177 .›
To release , press the clasp on the tape in the direction of arrow
1
fold open
the belt
A
in the direction of arrow
2
» Fig. 177 .
›
To secure , fold up the belt
A
against the arrow direction
2
until it locks in-
to place.
WARNINGProperly secure the first aid kit and the warning triangle, or there is a risk of
injury in the event of sudden braking or a vehicle collision.
Location of reflective vest
Fig. 178
Stowage compartment for the
reflective vest in the front door
The reflective vest can be stowed in the storage compartment
A
inside the
storage compartment of the front door » Fig. 178.
149Emergency equipment, and self-help

Towing eye rearFig. 191
Rear towing eye
The rear towing eye is located below the rear bumper on the right » Fig. 191.
Vehicles with a trailer device
For vehicles with a factory-fitted towing device, the pre-installed detachable
tow-bar may be used » page 119, Hitch .
Remote control - change battery
Fig. 192
Remove cover/take out battery
›
Pop out the key bit.
›
Press off the battery cover
A
» Fig. 192 with your thumb or by using a flat
screwdriver in region
B
.
›
Open the battery in the direction of the arrow
1
.
›
Remove the discharged battery in the direction of arrow
2
and install 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 48.
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 / locking of doors
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Unlocking/locking the driver's door
159
Locking the door without locking cylinders
160
Unlock the boot lid
160
Selector lever-emergency unlocking
160
Unlocking/locking the driver's door
Fig. 193
Handle on the driver's door: opening lock cover / lock cylinder
with key
The driver's door can be emergency unlocked / emergency locked using the key via the lock cylinder.
›
Pull on the door handle and hold.
›
Insert the key into the recess on the lower side of the cover and fold up the
cover in the direction of arrow » Fig. 193.
›
Release the door handle. 
159Emergency equipment, and self-help

›For vehicles with
LHD,insert the key with the fold-out key bit with the but-
tons facing upwards » Fig. 193 into the lock cylinder and unlock/lock the vehi-
cle.›
For vehicles with RHD, insert the key with the fold-out key bit with the but-
tons facing downwards into the lock and unlock/lock the vehicle.
›
Pull on the door handle and hold.
›
Replace the cover.
CAUTION
Make sure you do not damage the paint when performing an emergency lock-
ing/unlocking.
Locking the door without locking cylinders
Fig. 194
Emergency locking: Left/right rear door
›
Open the corresponding back door remove the trim
A
» Fig. 194 .
›
Insert the key into the slot and turn in the direction of the arrow (spring-loa-
ded position).
›
Replace the cover
A
.
After closing, the door is locked.
Unlock the boot lidFig. 195
Unlocking the door
The boot lid can be unlocked manually from inside the vehicle.
›
Insert a screwdriver or similar tool into the opening in the trim » Fig. 195 as
far as the latch.
›
Unlock the lid by moving it in the direction of the arrow.
Selector lever-emergency unlocking
Fig. 196
Remove / release the selector lever
›
Firmly apply the handbrake.
›
Insert a flat-head screwdriver or similar tool into the gap in the arrow area
1
» Fig. 196 and carefully lift the cover in arrow direction
2
.
›
Likewise lift the cover with your hand as well.
›
Press on the yellow plastic part in the direction of arrow
3
, simultaneously
press the lock button in the selector lever handle and put the lever in posi-
tion N.
If the selector lever is moved again to position P, it is once again blocked. 
160Do-it-yourself

Refit the headlight and grille›Replace the fog light by inserting it in the opposite direction of the arrow 3
» Fig. 215 and tightening.
›
Insert the guard and push it gently until it locks into place.
Changing the bulb for the licence plate light
Fig. 216
Remove licence plate light
Fig. 217
Remove the cover cap / replace the bulb
Read and observe
and on page 166 first.
›
Push in the light in the direction of arrow
1
» Fig. 216 until it is detached.
›
Swivel out the lamp in the direction of the arrow
2
and remove it.
›
Remove the cap of the lamp in range
A
and in the direction of arrow
3
» Fig. 217.
›
Remove the cap of the light in the direction of arrow
4
.
›
Remove the faulty bulb from the holder in the direction of the arrow
5
.
›
Insert a new bulb into the holder.
›
Clip in the cap of the lamp counter to the direction of arrow
4
.
›
Reinsert the lamp in the opposite direction to the arrow
1
.
›
Push on the light until the spring clicks into place.
Removing/installing tail lightFig. 218
Remove light / pull out connector
Read and observe
and on page 166 first.
Removing
›
Open the tailgate.
›
Unscrew the screws
A
with the screwdriver from the tool kit .
›
Into the opening
B
insert the clamps for removing the full wheel trims, di-
rected with the eyelet downward (in the right light with the eyelet upward).
›
Grasp the light with the palm of the hand and remove carefully in the direc-
tion of arrow
1
» Fig. 218 from the pin
D
.
›
Press the latch
C
on the holder in the direction of the arrow
2
.
›
Press the latch in the direction of arrow
3
and pull out the holder in the di-
rection of arrow
4
.
Fitting
›
Insert the bulb holder into the lamp.
›
Tighten the lock in the opposite direction to the arrow
2
» Fig. 218 .
›
Insert the lamp with the holes
B
» Fig. 219 on page 172 onto the pins
D
» Fig. 218 in the body.
›
Carefully press the light into the pins on the bodywork » .
›
Screw the light into place.
›
Shut the boot lid. 
171Fuses and light bulbs