2016 SKODA FABIA ESP

›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. 
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WARNING■Always read and observe the warnings before completing any work in the
engine compartment » page 137.■
Accidents can be caused if the road in front of the vehicle is not suffi-
ciently illuminated and the vehicle cannot or can only be seen with difficul-
ty by other road users.
■
Bulbs H8, H7 and H4 are pressurised and may burst when changed - there
is a risk of injury! We therefore recommended wearing gloves and safety
glasses when changing a bulb.
CAUTION
■ Do not take hold of the glass bulb with naked fingers (even the smallest
amount of dirt reduces the working life of the light bulb). Use a clean cloth,
napkin, or similar.■
The cap of the filament bulb must always be seated correctly in the head-
light, otherwise this may allow water and debris to enter the headlight - risk of
damage to the headlights.
Note
■ This Owner's Manual only describes the replacement of bulbs where it is pos-
sible to replace the bulbs on your own without any complications arising. Other
light bulbs should be changed by your specialist garage.■
We recommend that you always carry a box of replacement bulbs in the vehi-
cle.
Bulb arrangement in the front headlights
Fig. 205
Halogen headlights/halogen projector headlights
Read and observe and on page 166 first.
The vehicle is equipped with headlights with halogen bulbs.
Bulb arrangement » Fig. 205
Dayl. dri. light
Low beam, high beam and parking light
Flashing
Low beam
High beam and turning signal switch
Cover the front wheel Removing / replacing
Fig. 206
Remove plastic cover
Read and observe and on page 166 first.
The cover in the front wheel well must be removed in order to change certain
light bulbs.
Details about removing the cover if needed, are given in the description of
each lamp change.
Removal
›
Adjust front wheels in the direction of centre of the vehicle.
›
Insert the clamp for removing the full wheel covers » page 150, Vehicle tool
kit into the recess in the cover.
›
Remove the cover by pulling the hook in the direction of arrow » Fig. 206.
Inserting
›
Insert and push the cover into the corresponding opening.
The cover must engage securely.
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CAUTION■Ensure that the cable bundle does not become stuck between the body and
the lamp when it is being refitted – or there is a risk of damage to the electrical
installation and risk of water ingress.■
If you are not sure whether the wiring harness has become pinched, we rec-
ommend that you have the light connection checked by a specialist garage.
■
Ensure that the vehicle paintwork and the tail lamp are not damaged when
removing and installing the tail lamp.
Replacing the bulbs in the tail lamp assembly
Fig. 219
Outer part of the lamp / removing the bulb / lamp holder
Read and observe
and on page 166 first.
Outer part of the lamp
›
Turn the holder with the bulb
A
in the direction of the arrow
1
» Fig. 219 .
›
Remove the socket with the bulb from the lamp housing in the direction of
arrow
2
.
›
Jiggle the bulb to remove.
›
Insert a new bulb into the socket.
›
Reinsert the holder with the bulb into the lamp housing and turn in the op-
posite direction of the arrow
1
to the stop.
Inner part of the light
›
Turn the holders with the bulbs
A
in the direction of the arrow
1
» Fig. 219 .
›
Remove the holders with the bulbs from the lamp housing in the direction of
the arrow
2
.
›
Unlock the bulb holder using the marked area with arrows » Fig. 219and re-
move the bulb holder from the light.
›
Turn the respective light bulb counter-clockwise to the stop and remove it
from the bulb holder.
› Insert a new bulb into the holder and turn
in a clockwise direction to the
stop.›
Insert the bulb holder in the light.
The lamp holder must engage firmly.
›
Reinsert the holders with the bulbs
A
into the lamp housing and turn in the
opposite direction of the arrow
1
up to the latch.
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Maximum permissible front axle load
Maximum permissible rear axle load
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
The vehicle identification number - VIN (vehicle body number) is stamped on
the right hand suspension strut dome in the engine compartment. This num-
ber is also located on a sign on the lower left hand edge below the windscreen
(together with a VIN bar code), together with a nameplate.
The VIN number can also be displayed in Infotainment » Owner´s Manual Info-
tainment .
Engine number
The engine number (three-digit code letter and serial number) is stamped onto
the engine block.
Supplementary Information (applies to Russia)
The full type approval number of the means of transport is indicated in the
registration documents, field 17.
Maximum permissible trailer weight
The listed maximum permissible trailer weight is only valid for altitudes up to
1000 m above sea level.
The engine output falls as altitude increases, as does the ability to climb.
Therefore, for every additional 1,000 m in height (or part), the maximum per-
missible towed weight must be reduced by 10 %.
The towed weight comprises the actual weights of the (loaded) towing vehicle and the (loaded) trailer.WARNINGDo not exceed the specified maximum permissible weights – risk of an acci-
dent and damage.
Operating weight
This value is only a guide value and corresponds to the lowest possible operat-
ing weight without any equipment added that would also increase the weight
(e.g. air conditioning, emergency or spare wheel etc.). It also includes a weight
allowance for the driver (75 kg), the weight of the operating fluids, the tool kit
and a fuel tank filled to 90 % capacity.
1011Operating weight - FabiaEngineGearboxOperating weight (kg)1.0 l/44 kW MPIMG10551.0 l/55 kW MPIMG (EU6)1055MG (EU4)10501.2 l./66 kW TSIMG11091.2 ltr./81 kW TSIMG1129DSG11541.6 l./66 kW MPIMG10861.6 l./81 kW MPIAG11261.4 l/55 kW TDI CRMG11561.4 l/66 kW TDI CRMG1156DSG11861.4 l/77 kW TDI CRMG1165
Operating weight - Fabia Combi
EngineGearboxOperating weight (kg)1.0 l/55 kW MPIMG (EU6)1079MG (EU4)10741.2 ltr./66 kW TSIMG11331.2 ltr./81 kW TSIMG1153DSG11781.6 l./66 kW MPIMG11101.6 l./81 kW MPIAG11501.4 l/55 kW TDI CRMG11801.4 l/66 kW TDI CRMG1180DSG12101.4 l/77 kW TDI CRMG1189
Note
If required, you can find out the precise weight of your vehicle by contacting a
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Payload
It is possible to calculate the approximate loading capacity from the difference
between the permissible total weight and the operating weight.
The payload consists of the following weights.
▶ The weight of the passengers.
▶ The weight of all items of luggage and other loads.
▶ The weight of the roof, including the roof rack system.
▶ The weight of the equipment that is excluded from the operating weight.
▶ Trailer drawbar load when towing a trailer (max. 50 kg).
measurement of fuel consumption and CO
2 emissions according to
ECE Regulations and EU Directives
The data on fuel consumption and CO 2 emissions were not available at the
time of going to press.
The data on fuel consumption and CO 2 emissions are given on the ŠKODA
websites or in the sales and technical vehicle documentation.
The measurement of the intra-urban cycle begins with a cold start of the en-
gine. Urban driving is then simulated.
In the extra-urban driving cycle, the vehicle is accelerated and decelerated in
all gears, corresponding to daily routine driving conditions. The driving speed
varies between 0 and 120 km/h.
The calculation of the combined fuel consumption considers a weighting of
about 37 % for the intra-urban cycle and 63 % for the extra-urban cycle.
Note
■ The emission and fuel consumption figures given on the ŠKODA websites or
in the commercial and technical vehicle documentation have been established
in accordance with rules and under conditions that are set out by statutory or
technical rules for the determination of operational and technical data of mo-
tor vehicles.■
Depending on the extent of the equipment, the driving style, traffic condi-
tions, weather influences and vehicle condition, consumption values can in
practice result in fuel economy figures in the use of the vehicle that differ from
the fuel consumption values listed on the ŠKODA websites or in the commer-
cial and technical vehicle documentation.
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Departure angleFig. 222
Overhang angle
Angle » Fig. 222
Overhang angle, front
Overhang angle, rear
The overhang angle values indicate the maximum incline of a slope, up which the vehicle can drive at a slow speed without the bumper or underbody mak-
ing contact with the slope. The values listed correspond to the maximum axle
load, front or back.
Overhang angle (°)
» Fig. 222FabiaFabia CombiA14.614.6B17.613.1AB177Technical data