2016 SKODA FABIA rear view mirror

brake pads fuel pressure tailgate maintenance schedule dimensions tire pressure reset

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SKODA FABIA 2016 3.G / NJ Owners Manual Table of Contents
Materials defect liability and ŠKODA warranty
for new cars4
On-board literature
6
Notes
7
Structure of the Owners Manual and further
information
8
Abbreviations
Safety
Passive Safe

Table of Contents
Materials defect liability and ŠKODA warranty
for new cars4
On-board literature
6
Notes
7
Structure of the Owner's Manual and further
information
8
Abbreviations
Safety
Passive Safety
10
General information
10
Correct and safe seated position
10
Seat belts
13
Wearing seat belts
13
Inertia reel and belt pre-tensioners
15
Airbag system
16
Description of the airbag system
16
Airbag deactivation
18
Transporting children safely
20
Child seat
20
Fastening systems
23
Operation
cockpit
26
Overview
25
Instruments and warning lights
27
Instrument cluster
27
Warning lights
28
Information system
36
Driver information system
36
Operation of the information system
38Driving data (Multifunction display)38MAXI DOT display40
Service interval display
41
SmartGate
42
Unlocking and opening
44
Unlocking and locking
44
Anti-theft alarm system
49
Tailgate
50
window operation
50
Lights and visibility
53
Lights
53
Interior lighting
57
Visibility
58
Windscreen wipers and washers
59
Rear view mirror
61
Seats and headrests
62
Front seats
62
Rear seats
63
Headrests
64
Front seat heater
65
Useful features
66
Interior fittings
66
Tablet holder
73
Transport of cargo
75
Luggage compartment and transporting
objects
75
Variable loading floor in the luggage
compartment
81
Bicycle carrier in the luggage compartment
82
Transportation on the roof rack
84
Heating and ventilation
85
Heating, manual air conditioning system,
Climatronic
85Driving
Starting-off and driving90
Starting and stopping the engine
90
START-STOPsystem
92
Brakes and Parking
93
Manual gear shifting and pedals
95
Automatic transmission
96
Running in and economical driving
98
Avoiding damage to your vehicle
99
Assist systems
100
General information
100
Braking and stabilisation systems
101
Parking aid (ParkPilot)
103
Reversing camera
105
Cruise Control System
107
Speed limiter
108
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
110
Front Assist
114
Fatigue detection
116
Tyre pressure monitoring
117
Towing device and trailer
119
Hitch
119
Using hitch
123
General Maintenance
Care and maintenance
127
Service work, adjustments and technical
alterations
127
Service intervals
129
Cleaning and care
131
Inspecting and replenishing
135
Fuel
135
Engine compartment
137
Engine oil
139
Coolant
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SKODA FABIA 2016 3.G / NJ Owners Manual Safety
Passive Safety
General information
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Before every journey
10
Driving safety
10
In this section of the instructions you

Safety
Passive Safety
General information
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Before every journey
10
Driving safety
10
In this section of the instructions you will find important information on the
subject of passive safety. We have combined everything here which you
should be familiar with, for example, regarding seat belts, airbags, safety of children and anything similar.
Other important safety information can also be found in the subsequent sec-
tions of this Owner's Manual. Therefore, the Owner’s Manual should always be
kept in the vehicle.
Before every journey
For your own safety and the safety of the people travelling with you, please
pay attention to the following points before setting off.
▶ Check the lights and turn signal lights are functioning correctly.
▶ Check the wiper function and the wiper blades for wear. Check the wind-
screen washer fluid level.
▶ Ensure that all of the windows offer good visibility to the outside.
▶ Adjust the rear-view mirror so that vision to the rear is guaranteed. Ensure
that the mirrors are not covered.
▶ Check the tyre inflation pressure.
▶ Check the engine oil, brake fluid and coolant levels.
▶ Secure all items of luggage.
▶ Do not exceed the permissible axle loads and permissible gross weight of the
vehicle – risk of accident.
▶ Close all doors and the engine compartment and luggage compartment lid.
▶ Ensure that no objects can obstruct the pedals.
▶
Protect children using a suitable child seat » page 20, Transporting children
safely .
▶ Adopt the correct seated position. Tell your passengers to assume the cor-
rect seated position » page 10, Correct and safe seated position .
Driving safety
For safety in traffic, the following precautions must be observed. ▶ Do not become distracted from concentrating on the traffic situation, (e.g. by
your passengers or mobile phone calls).
▶ Never drive when your driving ability is impaired, (e.g. due to medication, al-
cohol, drugs or similar).
▶ Keep to the traffic regulations and the permissible speed limit.
▶ Always adjust the driving speed to the road, traffic and weather conditions.
▶ Take regular breaks on long journeys (at least every two hours).
Correct and safe seated position
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
The correct seating position for the driver
11
Adjusting the steering wheel position
11
Correct seating position for the front passenger
12
Correct seating position for the passengers in the rear seats
12
Always assume the correct seated position before setting off and do not
change this position while driving. Also advise your passengers to adopt the
correct seated position and not to change this position while the car is moving.
The following list contains instructions for the Passenger which, if not ob-
served, may cause serious injuries or death. ▶ Do not lean against the dash panel.
▶ Do not put your feet on the dash panel.
The following list contains instructions for all Passengers which, if not ob-
served, may cause serious injuries or death.
▶ Do not sit only on the front edge of the seat.
▶ Do not sit facing to one side.
▶ Do not lean out of the window.
▶ Do not put your limbs out of the window.
▶ Do not put your feet on the seat upholstery. 
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SKODA FABIA 2016 3.G / NJ Owners Manual Operation
cockpit
OverviewElectric windows
51
Door opening lever
47
Electric exterior mirror adjustment
61
Air outlet vents
88
Ticket holder
66
Operating lever (depending on equipment):
▶ Direction

Operation
cockpit
OverviewElectric windows
51
Door opening lever
47
Electric exterior mirror adjustment
61
Air outlet vents
88
Ticket holder
66
Operating lever (depending on equipment):
▶ Direction and high beam
54
▶Speed regulating system
107
▶Speed limiter
108
Steering wheel with horn / with driver's front airbag
16
Buttons for operating the information system
36
Instrument cluster
27
Operating lever:
▶ Windscreen wipers and washers
59
▶Information system
36
Depending on equipment fitted:
▶ Storage compartment
68
▶Infotainment » User Owner's Manual for Infotainment
Bar with keys depending on the equipment fitted:
▶  Left seat heating
65
▶
 Rear window heating
58
▶
 Central locking system
46
▶
 Hazard lights
56
▶
Warning light for the front passenger airbag
19
▶
 Right seat heating
65
Interior rear-view mirror
61
Memory card slot (in the front passenger storage compartment)
» Infotainment Owner's Manual
Front passenger airbag
16
Storage compartment on the front passenger side
71
Key switch for switching off the front passenger airbag (in front
passenger storage compartment)
191234567891011121314151617Electric window in the front passenger door51
Storage compartment
67
Bar with keys depending on the equipment fitted:
▶  START STOP
92
▶
 Traction control (TCS)
102
▶
 Parking aid
103
▶
 Tyre Press. Loss Indicator
117
Light switch
53
Bonnet release lever
138
Regulator for headlamp beam adjustment for the headlights
53
Operating lever for adaptive cruise control
111
Steering wheel locking lever
11
Depending on equipment fitted:
▶ Ignition lock
91
▶Starter button
91
Cup holder
68
Coin and card holders
67
Handbrake lever
94
Depending on equipment fitted:
▶ Gearshift lever (manual gearbox)
95
▶Selector lever (automatic gearbox)
96
Storage compartment
67
USB input / AUX input
67
Depending on equipment fitted:
▶ 12-Volt power socket
70
▶Cigarette lighter
69
Controls for heating / air conditioning
85
Note
The layout of the controls on right-hand drive vehicles differs partially from
that shown in this layout » Fig. 16.181920212223242526272829303132333426Operation

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SKODA FABIA 2016 3.G / NJ Owners Manual Front sun visorsFig. 48
Fold down visor / flip up visor / make-up mirror and parking per-
mit holder
Read and observe
on page 58 first.
Operation and description of the sun visor » Fig. 48
Swivel

Front sun visorsFig. 48
Fold down visor / flip up visor / make-up mirror and parking per-
mit holder
Read and observe
on page 58 first.
Operation and description of the sun visor » Fig. 48
Swivel cover towards the windscreen
Swivel cover towards the door
Parking ticket band (depending on equipment)
Make-up mirror with cover (the cover can be pushed in the direction of the
arrow)
Note
A vanity mirror can be installed in either the driver's or the front passenger's
sun visor.
Panoramic roof sun shade
Fig. 49
Open sun screen
12ABRead and observe on page 58 first.
The sunshade of the panoramic roof can be opened manually in the direction
of arrow or closed in the opposite direction of the arrow » Fig. 49.
WARNINGWhen operating the sun blind, proceed with caution to avoid causing crush-
ing injuries – risk of injury!
Windscreen wipers and washers
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Front wipers and washers
60
Rear wiper and washer/Reversing camera cleaning system
60
Headlight cleaning system
60
The windscreen wipers only operate if the ignition is switched on and the bon-
net is closed.
WARNINGDo not use the windscreen washer system at low temperatures without
heating the windscreen beforehand. The window washer fluid could other-
wise freeze on the windscreen and restrict the view to the front.
CAUTION
■ If the windscreen wipers are in rest position, they cannot be folded out from
the windscreen. The wipers must be set to the service position to raise them
off the windscreen » page 161.■
In cold temperatures and during the winter, check before switching on the
ignition that the wiper blades are not frozen to the windscreen. If the wind-
screen wipers are switched on when the blades are frozen to the windscreen,
this may damage both the blades and windscreen wiper motor.
■
Carefully separate frozen windscreen wiper blades from the windscreen and
free from snow and ice.
■
Handle the windscreen wipers with care - there is a risk of damage to the
windscreen by the windscreen wiper arms.
■
Do not switch on the ignition when the wiper arm is raised from the wind-
screen - there is a risk of damage to the bonnet by the wiper arms. 
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SKODA FABIA 2016 3.G / NJ Owners Manual Rear view mirror
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Interior mirror dimming
61
Mirrors
61WARNINGExterior mirrors increase the field of view, however, they mak

Rear view mirror
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Interior mirror dimming
61
Mirrors
61WARNINGExterior mirrors increase the field of view, however, they make objects ap-
pear smaller and further away. Therefore, use the interior mirror whenever
possible for assessing the distances to the vehicles following behind.
Interior mirror dimming
Fig. 52
Interior mirror: manual dimming/auto-darkening
Read and observe
on page 61 first.
Mirrors with manual dimming » Fig. 52 - 
Basic mirror position (not darkened)
Mirror dimming
Mirror with automatic dimming
The mirror dimming » Fig. 52 - 
is automatically controlled after the engine
start.
When the interior lights are switched on or the reverse gear is engaged, the
mirror moves back into the basic position (not dimmed).
12WARNING■ Attach external devices (e.g. navigation system) not in the vicinity of the
mirror with automatic dimming . The illuminated display of an external de-
vice can affect the function of the rear-view mirror - it could cause an acci-
dent.■
The automatic dimming mirror only functions smoothly if the light falling
on the sensors is not compromised (e.g. by the sunshade at the back). The
sensors are located on the front and back of the mirror.
WARNING■ The mirrors with automatic dimming contain electrolyte fluid which may
leak if the mirror glass is broken - this can irritate skin, eyes and the respi-
ratory system.■
If your eyes or skin come into contact with the electrolytic fluid, immedi-
ately wash the affected area for several minutes plenty of water. If neces-
sary get medical assistance.
Mirrors
Fig. 53
Exterior mirror operation: mechanical / electrical
Read and observe
on page 61 first.
The outer mirror surfaces are (depending on the vehicle specification) mechan-
ically or electrically adjustable.
›
To set the mirror surface, move the knob in the direction of arrows » Fig. 53.
If the electrical mirror setting fails at any time, the mirrors can be adjusted by
hand by carefully pressing on the edge of the mirror surface. 
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SKODA FABIA 2016 3.G / NJ Owners Manual 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 operat

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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SKODA FABIA 2016 3.G / NJ Owners Manual No.Power consumer24Blower fan for the air conditioning system, heating, air conditioning,
heating25Not assigned26Heated front seats27Rear window wiper28Not assigned29airbag30Electric windows, light sw

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SKODA FABIA 2016 3.G / NJ Owners Manual Original accessories128
overview cockpit
26
Overview Engine compartment
138
Fuses162
Warning lights28
P
Parking
94
Parking aid103
Reversing camera105
Parking aid103
Automatic system activation when mo

lights rims service interval heater sat nav deactivate passenger airbag