2016 SKODA FABIA tow

NoteBy pressing the button D during the control this is cancelled and the CCS is
activated.
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Operation
110
Automatic stop-start
111
Operation overview
111
Start control
112
Stop/resume control
112
Set/change the desired speed
112
Set the clearance level
113
Special driving conditions
113
Overtaking and towing
114
Malfunctions
114
The Adaptive Cruise Control (hereinafter referred to as ACC) maintains the set
speed or the distance to the vehicle ahead without the accelerator or brake
pedal being pressed.
The front of the vehicle and the distance to the vehicle ahead is monitored by
a radar sensor » page 100.
The state in which the ACC maintains the speed or the proximity is described
as control from here on.
WARNING■
The general information relating to the use of assistance systems must
be observed » page 100, in section Introduction .■
The driver must always be ready to take over the operation of the accel-
erator and brake pedal.
■
The ACC does not react when approaching a stationary obstacle, such as
traffic jams, vehicle breakdowns or vehicles waiting at a traffic light.
■
The ACC does not respond to crossing or oncoming objects.
■
If the ACC does not decelerate fast enough, immediately apply the vehi-
cle's foot brake.
WARNINGFor safety reasons, do not use the ACC under the following conditions.■When driving in turning lanes, motorway exits or construction sites, to
avoid an unwanted acceleration to the stored speed.■
When visibility is poor, (e.g. fog, heavy rain, thick snowfall).
■
When road conditions are poor (e.g. ice, slippery road, gravel, dirt road).
■
Driving into “sharp” corners or in steep gradients / on steep inclines.
■
When driving through places where metal objects (such as metal build-
ings, railway tracks, etc.) can be found.
■
When driving through very divided and enclosed spaces (such as large-ca-
pacity garages, car ferries, tunnels and the like.).
Note
■ The ACC is designed primarily for use on motorways.■The ACC reduces the speed by automatically releasing the accelerator or by
means of a braking procedure as appropriate. If the brakes are used for an au-
tomatic speed reduction at any moments, then the brake light illuminates.■
In case of failure of more than one brake light on the vehicle or on the con-
nected trailer, the ACC becomes unavailable.
■
The control automatically cancels the engagement of the brake supportive
assistance systems (e.g. ESC) or when the maximum permitted engine speed is
exceeded.
Operation
Fig. 140
Display of the instrument cluster: Examples of ACC displays 
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Overtaking and towingRead and observe
on page 110 first.
When overtaking
When your vehicle is being controlled at a speed that is lower than the set
speed and the turn signal is operated, ACC assesses this situation as meaning
that the driver wishes to overtake. The ACC automatically accelerates the vehi-
cle, thereby reducing the proximity to a vehicle ahead.
If your vehicle changes to the overtaking lane and no vehicle is detected
ahead, ACC accelerates until the set speed is reached and then keeps it con-
stant.
Acceleration can be cancelled at any time by touch on the brake pedal or
pressing the button  on the lever
» Fig. 142 on page 111 .
Towing a trailer
When towing, or if another accessory is connected to the trailer socket, ACC control is set with a lower rate. The manner of driving should therefore be
adapted to this limitation.
Malfunctions
Read and observe
on page 110 first.
If, for some unknown reason, ACC is not available, the warning light  appears
in the display of the instrument cluster and an appropriate message is shown.
Sensor covered / dirty
If the sensor is dirty or covered, a message indicating that there is no sensor
view appears. Clean the sensor cover or remove the obstacles » Fig. 125 on
page 100 .
ACC not available
If the ACC is currently unavailable, a message concerning the unavailability ap-
pears. Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine and then start it again. If ACC
continues to be unavailable, seek the assistance of a specialist garage.
ACC fault
With an ACC fault, an error message appears. Seek help from a specialist ga-
rage.
Front Assist
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Operation
114
Distance warning
115
Warning and automatic braking
115
Deactivation/activation
116
Malfunctions
116
The Front Assist (hereinafter referred to as "system") warns you of the danger
of a collision with a vehicle or another obstacle in front of the vehicle, and tries
to avoid a collision or mitigate its consequences by automatically applying the
brakes where necessary.
The area in front of the vehicle is monitored by a radar sensor » page 100.
WARNING■
The general information relating to the use of assistance systems must
be observed » page 100, in section Introduction .■
The system does not respond to crossing or oncoming objects.
CAUTION
In case of failure of more than one brake light on the vehicle or on the electri-
cally connected trailer, the system becomes unavailable.
Operation
Read and observe
and on page 114 first.
The system support is provided in the following manner.▶ Alerts you about a dangerous proximity to the vehicle ahead.
▶ Warns you of an impending collision.
▶ Assists with a brake action triggered by the driver.
▶ If the driver fails to respond to a detected danger, an automatic braking ac-
tion is performed.
The system can work only if the following basic conditions are met. The system is activated.
TCS is activated » page 102.
The vehicle is travelling forwards at a speed of more than approx. 5 km/h. 
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Deactivation/activationFig. 147
Buttons / Dial: on the operating lever / the multifunction steer-
ing wheel
Read and observe
and on page 114 first.
The function is automatically activated each time the ignition is switched on.
The system should only be disabled in exceptional cases »
.
On vehicles with the MAXI DOT display, the system can be activated/deactiva- ted in the main menu » page 41, Menu item
assist systems
.
Deactivation / activation in vehicles with segment display
Button
» Fig. 14 7ActionOperation
AHold up / downShow Front Assist menu itemBPressDeactivate/activate system
Deactivation / activation in vehicles with multi-function steering wheel
Button /dial
» Fig. 14 7
ActionOperation
CPressShow Front Assist menu itemDPressDeactivate/activate system
Disable / enable and setting in the Infotainment
In Infotainment, the entire system or the functions warning and distance
warning can be deactivated/activated » Owner's Manual Infotainment .
If the distance-warning function was deactivated before switching off the igni-
tion, it remains deactivated after switching on the ignition.WARNINGIn the following situations, Front Assist should be switched off for safety
reasons.■
When the vehicle is being towed away.
■
When the vehicle is on a rolling test bench.
■
If an unfounded warning or a system action was taken.
■
When on a truck, or a car ferry service or similar.
Malfunctions
Read and observe
and on page 114 first.
If, for some unknown reason, the system is not available, an appropriate mes-
sage appears in the display of the instrument cluster.
Sensor covered / dirty
If the sensor is dirty or covered, a message indicating that there is no sensor
view appears. Clean the sensor cover or remove the obstacles » Fig. 125 on
page 100 .
System unavailable
If the system is currently unavailable, a message concerning the unavailability
appears. Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine and then start it again. If the
system still is not available, seek the assistance of a specialist garage.
Fatigue detection
The fatigue detection system (hereinafter referred to as "system") recom-
mends the driver takes a break from driving when driver fatigue can be detec-
ted due to the driver's steering behaviour.
From the starting of the journey, the system evaluates the steering behaviour
at speeds 65-200 km/h. If, while driving, there have been changes in the steer-
ing behaviours that are evaluated by the system as indicating possible fatigue,
a break recommendation is issued.
Conditions under which a break from driving is detected by the system ▶ The vehicle is stopped and the ignition switched off.
▶ The vehicle is stopped, the seat belt removed and the driver's door opened.
▶ The vehicle is stopped for more than 15 minutes. 
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Towing device and trailer
Hitch
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Description
119
Adjusting the ready position
120
Check the setting of the standby position
120
Assembling the bar ball - Step 1
120
Assembling the bar ball - Step 2
121
Check proper fitting
121
Removing the bar ball - Step 1
122
Removing the bar ball - Step 2
122
Vertical load with mounted accessories
123
The maximum trailer nose weight when towing a trailer is 50 kg. Other data
(e.g. shown onthe nameplate of the hitch) on provides information about the
test values of the device .
WARNING■ Check that the ball head is seated correctly and is secured in the mount-
ing recess before starting any journey.■
When the knee-joint bar is not used and properly secured in the receiving
shaft, it is damaged or incomplete, this must not be used - there is a risk of
an accident.
■
Do not modify or adapt the towing equipment in any way.
■
Keep the mounting recess of the towing equipment clean at all times.
Such dirt prevents the ball head from being attached securely.
DescriptionFig. 150
Carrier for the towing device / tow bar
Read and observe
on page 119 first.
The knee-joint bar is detachable and is located in the storage compartment for
the spare / emergency wheel.
Support for the towing device and tow bar » Fig. 150
Cover for the mounting recess
Mounting recess
Dust cap
Ball head
Operating lever
Lock cap
Release pin
Key
Locking ball
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Adjusting the ready positionFig. 151
Remove cap from the lock / insert key into the lock
Fig. 152
Lock unlock / press release bolt and lever and push
Read and observe
on page 119 first.
The tow bar must be set prior to installation to the standby position
» page 120 , Check the setting of the standby position .
›
Grip the tow bar below the protective cap.
›
Remove the cover
A
from the lock in the direction of the arrow
1
» Fig. 151 .
›
Insert the key
B
into the lock in the direction of arrow
2
, so that its green
marker points upward.
›
Turn the key
B
in the direction of arrow
3
so that the red marking points
upwards » Fig. 152.
›
Push in the release bolt
C
in the direction of arrow
4
until it stops and si-
multaneously press the operating lever
D
in the direction of arrow
5
until it
stops.
The operating lever
D
remains locked in this position.
Check the setting of the standby positionFig. 153
Ready position
Read and observe on page 119 first.
Correctly adjusted standby position » Fig. 153
The operating lever
A
is locked in the lower position.
The release bolts
B
can be moved.
The red mark on the key
C
is pointing upwards.
In the ready position, the key cannot be removed or turned into a different po-
sition.
Assembling the bar ball - Step 1
Fig. 154
Removing cap: on the rear bumper / for the receiving shaft 
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Fig. 155
Insert ball rod / trigger bolt in the extended state
Read and observe
on page 119 first.
The tow bar must be set to the standby position » page 120.
Preparing installation
›
Remove the cover cap
A
in the direction of arrow
1
» Fig. 154 using the on-
board tool clamp for pulling off the wheel trims.
›
Remove cover cap
B
in the direction of arrow
2
» .
Fitting
›
Grip the tow bar from underneath » Fig. 155 and insert into the mounting re-
cess in arrow direction
3
until you hear it click into place » .
The operating lever
C
automatically turns upwards in the direction of arrow
4
and the release pin
D
pops out (both its red and green parts are visible)
» .
If the operating lever
C
does not turn automatically, or if the release pin
D
does not pop out, remove the tow bar from the mounting recess by turning the
operating lever
C
downwards as far as it can go. Clean the contact surfaces
on the tow bar and the mounting recess.
WARNING■ Carefully remove the cap for the mounting recess B - there is a risk of
hand injury.■
Keep your hands outside the operating lever's range of motion when at-
taching the ball head – there is a risk of finger injury.
■
Never attempt to pull the operating lever upwards forcibly to turn the
key. Doing so would mean the ball head is not attached correctly.
Assembling the bar ball - Step 2Fig. 156
Secure the lock and remove key / place cap on lock
Read and observe
on page 119 first.
›
Turn the key
A
in the direction of arrow
1
so that the green marking points
upwards » Fig. 156 .
›
Remove the key in the direction of the arrow
2
.
›
Fit and press in the cap
B
on the hand-wheel lock in the direction of the ar-
row
3
.
›
Check the ball head for secure mounting » page 121, Check proper fitting .
Check proper fitting
Fig. 157
Correctly secured ball head
Read and observe on page 119 first.
Correctly secured ball rod » Fig. 157
The ball head does not come out of the mounting recess even after heavy
“shaking”.
Operating lever
A
is located as far up as possible. 
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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

CAUTION■Place the tow bar in the standby position, with the key upwards, and store in
the box - otherwise there is a risk of damage to the key!■
Do not use excessive force when handling the operating lever (e.g. do not
step on it).
Vertical load with mounted accessories
Fig. 161
Representation of the maximum
length of the mounted accesso-
ries and the permissible total
weight of the accessory depend-
ing on the load centre of gravity
Read and observe on page 119 first.
When using the accessories (e.g. bicycle carrier), the maximum length and the
permissible total weight including load must be considered.
The maximum length of the mounted accessories (from the ball of the towing
device) is 70 cm » Fig. 161 .
The total permitted weight of the accessories including load changes with in-
creasing distance of the load centre of gravity from the ball head of the towing
device.
Distance of the load centre of gravity from the ball headPermissible total weight of the ac-cessories, including load0 cm50 kg30 cm50 kg60 cm25 kg70 cm0 kg
CAUTION
Never exceed the permissible total weight of the accessories incl. load and
maximum length of the accessories - risk of damage to the towing device.NoteWe recommend that you use the accessories from ŠKODA Original Accessories.
Using hitch
Trailer (accessory) connect and disconnect
Fig. 162
Housing of the 13 pin socket,
safety eyelet
Connect and disconnect
›
Install the ball bar and the remove the protective cap
3
» Fig. 150 on page 119
lose weight.
›
Place the trailer (the accessory) onto the tow ball.
›
Plug the trailer cable into 13-pin socket
A
» Fig. 162 . (If the trailer / accesso-
ries have a 7-pin connector, use a corresponding reduction piece from the
ŠKODA Original Accessories).
›
Suspend the breakaway cable of the trailer at the safety eyelet
B
(the
breakaway cable must sag in all trailer settings in view of the vehicle).
Uncoupling takes place in reverse order.
Exterior mirrors
You should have additional exterior mirrors fitted if you are not able to see the
traffic behind the trailer using the standard rear-view mirrors.
Headlights
The front of the vehicle may lift up when a trailer (accessory) is being towed
and the headlights may dazzle other road users. Set the range of the head-
lights » page 53 , Operating the lights .
Power supply of the trailer / accessory power system
In the electrical connection between the vehicle and trailer (accessory), the
trailer (accessories) is supplied with power from the vehicle (with ignition
switched on and off). 
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