2016 SKODA FABIA charging

AbbreviationsAbbreviationDefinitionrpmEngine revolutions per minuteABSAnti-lock brake systemAGAutomatic gearboxAGMVehicle battery typeTCSTraction controlCO2Carbon dioxideCOCDeclaration of conformityDSGAutomatic double clutch gearboxEDLElectronic differential lockECEEconomic Commission for EuropeEPCEPC fault lightESCElectronic Stability ControlRDRim depthEUEuropean UnionHBAHydraulic brake assistHHCUphill start assistKESSYKeyless unlocking, starting and lockingkWKilowatt, measuring unit for outputLEDLighting element typeMCBMulti-collision brakeMGManual gearboxMPIGasoline engine with a multi-point fuel injectionMSREngine drag torque controlN1Panel van intended exclusively or mainly for the transporta-
tion of goodsNmNewton meter, measuring unit for the engine torquePINpersonal identification numberTDI CRDiesel engine with turbocharger and common rail injection
systemTSIPetrol engine with turbocharging and direct injectionAbbreviationDefinitionVINVehicle identification numberWWatt, unit of powerWi-Fiwireless data networkXDSFunctional extension of the electronic differential lock9Abbreviations

Brake fluidFig. 172
Brake fluid reservoir
Check the brake fluid under the following conditions.The vehicle is on a horizontal surface.
The engine is turned off.
Check brake fluid level - The brake fluid level must lie between the markings
“MIN” and “MAX” » Fig. 172.
Specification - The brake fluid must comply with the standard VW 501 14 (this
standard meets the requirements of FMVSS 116 DOT4).
WARNING■ The following instructions must be followed at all times when working on
the engine compartment » page 137.■
If the fluid level drops significantly within a short time or if it drops below
the “MIN” » Fig. 172mark, this may be an indication of a leak in the brake
system. 
Stop driving - There is a risk of an accident! Seek help from a
specialist garage.
Note
■ The brake fluid is changed as part of a compulsory inspection service.■A low brake fluid level which is too low is indicated by the warning light
 being shown on the display of the instrument cluster as well as the corre-
sponding message » page 29. We still recommend inspecting the brake fluid
level in the reservoir from time to time.Vehicle battery
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Check condition
143
Charging
144
Disconnect/reconnect and change
144
The vehicle battery represents a power source for the motor to start and for the supply of electrical consumers in the car.
Automatic shutdown of consumers - vehicle battery discharge protection
The on-board power supply system tries to prevent the vehicle battery from
discharging in the following ways when it is subject to heavy loading. ▶ By increasing the engine idle speed.
▶ Through the power limitation of certain loads.
▶ By switching off some loads(heated seats, heated rear window) for as long
as necessary.
Warning symbols on the vehicle battery
SymbolMeaningAlways wear eye protection.Battery acid is severely caustic. Always wear gloves and eye pro-
tection.Keep fire, sparks, open flames and lit cigarettes well clear of the
vehicle battery.When charging the vehicle battery, a highly explosive gas mixture
is produced.Keep children away from the vehicle battery.WARNINGBattery acid is highly corrosive - it can cause injury, chemical burns or poi-
soning! Corrosive vapours in the air irritate and damage the respiratory
tract and the eyes. The following guidelines must be observed.■
Always wear protective gloves, eye and skin protection when handling
the vehicle battery. 
142General Maintenance

WARNING (Continued)■If your eyes or skin come into contact with the electrolytic fluid, immedi-
ately wash the affected area for a few minutes long with a lot of water. Get
medical assistance without delay.■
Keep the vehicle battery away from people who are not completely inde-
pendent (e.g. children).
■
Do not tilt the battery otherwise battery electrolyte may flow out of the
battery vent openings.
WARNINGWorking on the car battery may cause explosion, fire, injury or chemical
burn! The following guidelines must be observed.■
Do not smoke, use open flames or light or transmitting devices.
■
A discharged vehicle battery may freeze slightly. Never charge up a fro-
zen or thawed vehicle battery. Replace a frozen vehicle battery.
■
Never use a damaged vehicle battery.
■
Do not connect the battery terminals, bridging the two poles will cause a
short circuit.
CAUTION
Ensure that battery acid does not come into contact with the bodywork – risk
of damage to the vehicle.
Note
■ We recommend having all work on the vehicle battery carried out by a spe-
cialist garage.■
You should replace batteries older than 5 years.
Check conditionFig. 173
Vehicle battery: Open the cover / acid level indicator
Read and observe
and on page 142 first.
The battery condition is checked regularly by a specialist garage as part of the
inspection service.
Check the acid level
For car batteries with acid level indicator, acidity can be checked on the basis
of a colour display. In vehicle batteries with the label “AGM” there is no acid
level examination.
Depending on the equipment, the vehicle battery may be provided with a cov-
er, this can be opened in the direction of arrow » Fig. 173 -
 .
Air bubbles can influence the colour of the indicator. Therefore, carefully knock
on the display » Fig. 173 -
 .
Black colour - electrolyte level is correct.
Colourless or light yellow colour - electrolyte level too low, the battery must be replaced.
Battery discharge
If frequent short journeys are made, the vehicle battery does not recharge suf-
ficiently.
The battery capacity decreases at low temperatures.
If the vehicle is not used for longer than 3 to 4 weeks, then disconnect the
negative terminal  of the battery or charge the battery constantly with a very
low charging current.
143Inspecting and replenishing

ChargingRead and observe
and on page 142 first.
Only charge the battery when the ignition and all consumers are switched off.
Refer to the instructions of the charger manufacturer.
Charging
›
For vehicles withthe START-STOPsystem or auxiliary heater 
, connect the -
terminal of the charger on the battery’s 
-pole, 
the -terminal of the charg-
er to the ground point of the engine » page 157.
›
For vehicles without the START-STOPsystem or auxiliary heating, connect
the charger terminals to the corresponding battery poles (  to
,
 to
).
›
Plug the mains cable of the charger into the power socket and switch the
charger on.
›
Once charging is complete: Switch off the charger and remove the mains ca-
ble from the power socket.
›
Disconnect the terminals of the charger from the vehicle battery.
A charging current of 0.1 multiple of the total vehicle battery capacity (or low-
er) must be used until full charging is achieved.
WARNING■ When charging the vehicle battery, hydrogen is released - risk of explo-
sion. An explosion can be caused through sparking while unclamping or
loosening the cable plug.■
So-called“quick-charging” of the vehicle battery is dangerous and re-
quires a special charger and specialist knowledge. Therefore, have“Quick
loading” carried out by a specialist garage.
Disconnect/reconnect and change
Read and observe
and on page 142 first.
The new vehicle battery must have the same capacity, voltage, current and the
same size as the original battery.
We recommend you have the battery replaced by a specialist garage.
›
To disconnect , switch off the ignition and disconnect the negative terminal
first , then disconnect the positive terminal
.
›
When
reconnecting the battery, reconnect the positive terminal first
, then
connect the negative terminal .
After disconnecting and re-connecting the vehicle battery, the following func-
tions or devices are partially or completely inoperative.Function / deviceOperating measurePower windows» page 52Time settings» page 37
CAUTION
■ Disconnect the battery only with the ignition and consumers turned off - risk
of damaging the electrical system of the vehicle.■
Before disconnecting the battery, always close all electric windows other-
wise malfunctions of the window can occur.
■
Under no circumstances mix up the charging cables – risk of fire.
Note
After disconnecting and reconnecting the vehicle battery, we recommend hav-
ing the vehicle checked by a specialist to ensure that the full functionality of
the vehicle is guaranteed.144General Maintenance

Information on braking93
Warning lights29
Brake system101
Braking Running in
98
Breakdown kit154
Breakdown service see Help in an emergency
8
Bulbs Replacing
165
Button in driver's door electric windows
51
C
Camera See reversing camera
105
CAR See Owner´s Manual -Infotainment
6
Car battery Check condition
143
Cover143
Disconnecting and reconnecting144
Replacing144
Winter operation143
CAR button See Owner´s Manual -Infotainment
6
Car care131
Exterior132
Interior134
Outside133
Car computer see multifunction display
38
Care and maintenance127
Cargo element80
Carrier84
Car wash131
Car washing131
Exterior132
Interior134
washing131
Central locking44
Problems48
Central locking button46
Change battery
159
Changing Windscreen wiper blades
162
Changing a wheel151
Changing151
Changing gear Selector lever
96
Changing wheels Wheels
151
Charging a vehicle battery144
Check Brake fluid
142
Engine oil140
Fit ball head properly121
Oil level140
Checking Battery status
143
Coolant141
Checks Statutory checks
127
Children and safety20
Child safety lock48
Child seat20
Classification22
Installation location22, 23
in the passenger seat22
ISOFIX23
on the front passenger seat21
on the passenger seat21
TOP TETHER24
Cigarette lighter69
Cleaning the vehicle Outside133
Windows133
Climatronic85
Automatic operation87
Operating elements87
Recirculated air mode88
Clothes hook72
cockpit26
Cockpit Lighting
57
Coin and card holders67
Comfort signalling54
COMING HOME56
Compartments66
Component protection128
Computer see multifunction display
38
Coolant140
Checking141
Refilling141
Temperature display28
Warning light34
CORNER See Fog lights with the CORNER function
56
Correct routing of seat belt
14
Correct seated position10
Correct seating position12
Cruise Control System107
Cup holders68
D
DAY LIGHT see Daylight running lights
54
Daylight running lights54
dazzle59
De-icing rear window58
183Index

Switch on ignition91
Key91
T
Tablet holder
73
Tailgate50
TCS Deactivate/activate
102
Function102
Warning light30, 31
TCS - off Warning light
31
Technical data173
Telephone See Owner´s Manual -Infotainment
6
Ticket holder66
Time37
Tiptronic97
Tools150
TOP TETHER24
Towing159
Towing a trailer125
Towing away157
Towing device Accessories
123
Description119
Vertical load119
Towing eye158
Towing protection49
Towing the vehicle157
Traction control (TCS)30, 102
Trailer Connect and disconnect
123
Load124
Loading124
Towing a trailer125
Trailer towing119
Transport Luggage compartment75
Roof rack84
Towing device and trailer119
Transporting children20
Triangle149
Turn signal54
Turn signal system Warning light
32, 33
Tyre load capacity147
Tyre pressure146
Warning light32
Tyre pressure monitor refer to the tyre pressure monitoring
117
Tyre pressure monitoring117
Warning light32
Tyre repair154
Tyres145
damage145
Explanation of the label147
new145
Tyre pressure146
Wear indicator146
Tyre size147
U
Umbrella Tray
72
Unlock Individual settings
47
Unlocking Central locking button
46
In case of emergency159
KESSY46
Key45
Remote control45
Unlocking and locking44
Unlock steering lock90
USB67
Used vehicles Acceptance and recycling129
Useful equipment Clothes hook
72
Cup holders68
Glasses compartment71
Multimedia holder70
Useful features Storage compartment
66
Useful Features 12-volt power socket in the luggage compart-ment
70
12-volt socket in the interior70
Ashtray69
Cigarette lighter69
Coin and card holders67
Pockets73
Reflective vest149
Ticket holder66
V
Variable loading floor
81
Vehicle battery Automatic shutdown of consumers
142
Charging144
Safety instructions142
Warning light34
Vehicle Condition see Auto Check Control
37
Vehicle data sticker173
Vehicle data sticker and nameplate Vehicle data sticker and nameplate
173
Vehicle dimensions176
Vehicle height176
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)173
Vehicle length176
Vehicle tool kit150
Vehicle width176
Vest149
189Index