2016 SKODA KODIAQ Owner's Manual

Raising the vehicleFig. 347
Jacking points for the jack
Fig. 348
Attach lifting jack
Before the vehicle is raised, the safety instructions must be observed »
.
Use the jack from the tool kit to raise the vehicle. Position the jack at the jack-
ing point closest to the flat tyre.
The runner connectors for the jack are located directly below the marking on
the lower loading edge of the vehicle » Fig. 347.
›
Insert the crank
5
into the mount on the jack
4
» page 291 .
›
Support the base plate of the jack with its full area resting on level ground
and ensure that the jack is located in a vertical position at the jacking point
» Fig. 348 -
 .
›
Use the crank to raise the jack until its claw encloses the bar
» Fig. 348 -
 .
›
Continue to lift the vehicle until the wheel is just off the floor.
WARNINGObserve the following instructions, otherwise there is risk of injury.■Secure the vehicle from unexpectedly rolling away.■
Always ensure the base plate of the lifting jack cannot slip.
■ Provide a wide and stable base under the jack on loose surfaces (e.g.
such as gravel). ■ Create a non-slip base (e.g. a rubber floor mat) under the jack on a
smooth surface (e.g. cobblestones).
■
Always raise the vehicle with the doors closed.
■
Never position any body parts, such as arms or legs, under the vehicle,
while the vehicle is raised with a lifting jack.
■
When the vehicle is raised, never start the engine.
CAUTION
It is important to ensure that the jack is correctly attached to the bar of the
lower beam, as otherwise there is a risk of damage to the vehicle.
Puncture repair kit
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Description of puncture repair kit
296
Preparing to use the puncture repair kit
296
Sealing and inflating tyres
296
Information for driving with repaired tyres
297
The following information applies to the factory-fitted puncture repair kit.
Use the puncture repair kit to seal tyre punctures with a diameter of up to
about 4 mm.
Performing a repair with the breakdown kit not at all intended to replace a
permanent repair on the tyre. Its purpose is to get you to the nearest specialist
garage.
Immediately replace the tyre that was repaired using the puncture repair kit, or
consult a specialist garage about repair options.
Do not remove foreign bodies which have penetrated into the tyre (e.g. nails etc.). 
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Do not use the puncture repair kit in the following instances.
▶ The rim is damaged.
▶ The outdoor temperature is below the minimum temperature indicated in
the instruction manual of the tyre filling bottle with sealant.
▶ Tyre punctures of more than 4 mm.
▶ There is damage to the tyre wall.
▶ The expiration date (see inflation bottle) has passed.WARNING■ If the sealant comes into contact with skin, wash the affected area imme-
diately.■
Observe the manufacturer's usage instructions for the breakdown kit.
Description of puncture repair kit
Fig. 349
Description of puncture repair kit
Read and observe
on page 296 first.
The kit is located in a box under the floor covering in the luggage compart-
ment.
Sticker with speed designation “max. 80 km/h”/“max. 50 mph”Valve remover
Inflation hose with plug
Air compressor (the layout of the controls may be different depending on
the type of air compressor delivered with the vehicle)
Button for the tyre pressure reduction
1234512 volt cable connector
Tyre inflation hose
Tyre inflation pressure indicator
ON and OFF switch
Tyre inflation bottle with sealing agent
Replacement valve core
Note
The declaration of conformity is included with the air compressor or the log
folder.
Preparing to use the puncture repair kit
Read and observe
on page 296 first.
For safety's sake, the following instructions must be observed before
performing a wheel repair the road.
›
As far as possible, park the vehicle far away from the traffic flow - find a
place with a flat and firm surface.
›
Switch off the engine.
›
For vehicles with manual transmission , select 1st gear.
›
For vehicles with automatic transmission , place the selector lever in the P
position.
›
Switch on the parking brake.
›
Position the hazard warning system and the warning triangle at the prescri-
bed distance.
›
All the occupants should get out of the vehicle. The passengers should not
stand on the road (instead they should remain behind a crash barrier, for in-
stance) while the wheel is being repaired.
›
Uncouple any trailers.
Sealing and inflating tyres
Read and observe
on page 296 first.
Sealing
›
Unscrew the valve cap from the damaged tyre.
›
Insert the valve remover
2
» Fig. 349 on page 296 on the valve insert, so
that the valve insert fits into the slot of the valve remover.
›
Unscrew the valve insert and lay it on a clean surface (e.g. cloth, paper etc.).
›
Forcefully shake bottle
10
several times. 
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›Firmly screw the inflation hose 3 onto the tyre inflater bottle 10. The film on
the cap is pierced automatically.›
Remove the plug from the inflation hose
3
and plug the open end fully onto
the tyre valve.
›
Hold the bottle
10
with the bottom facing upwards and fill all of the sealing
agent from the tyre inflator bottle into the tyre.
›
Remove the filler plug from the tyre valve.
›
Screw in the valve insert using the valve remover
2
.
Inflating
›
Screw the air compressor tyre inflation hose
7
» Fig. 349 on page 296 firmly
onto the tyre valve.
›
For vehicles with manual transmission , set the lever in the neutral position.
›
On vehicles with automatic transmission , place the selector lever in the P
position.
›
Start the engine.
›
Plug the connector
6
into 12 volt socket » page 97.
›
Switch on the air compressor with the ON and OFF switch
9
.
›
Once a tyre inflation pressure of 2.0-2.5 bar is reached, turn off the air com-
pressor. Maximum run time of 6 minutes » .
›
If you cannot reach an air pressure of 2.0 - 2.5 bar, unscrew the tyre inflation
hose
7
from the tyre valve.
›
Drive the vehicle approx. 10 metres forwards or backwards to allow the seal-
ing agent to “distribute” in the tyre.
›
Firmly screw the tyre inflation hose
7
back onto the tyre valve and repeat
the inflation process.
›
Stick the corresponding sticker
1
on the dashboard in the driver's field of
view.
Once a tyre inflation pressure of 2.0 – 2.5 bar is achieved, continue the journey
at a maximum speed of 80 km/h (50 mph).
WARNING■ If it is not possible to inflate the tyre to at least. 2.0 bar, the damage is
too great. The sealing agent cannot be used to seal the tyre.  Stop driv-
ing! Seek help from a specialist garage.■
The tyre inflation hose and air compressor may get hot as the tyre is be-
ing inflated – risk of burning.
CAUTIONSwitch off the air compressor after running 6 minutes at the most – risk of
overheating! Allow the air compressor to cool a few minutes before switching
it on again.
Information for driving with repaired tyres
Read and observe
on page 296 first.
The inflation pressure of the repaired tyre must be checked after driving for 10minutes.
If the tyre inflation pressure is 1.3 bar or less
›
The tyre cannot be properly sealed with the breakdown kit. 
Do not drive
the vehicle! Seek help from a specialist garage.
If the tyre inflation pressure is 1.3 bar or more
›
Set the tyre pressure back to the correct value » page 286.
›
Continue driving carefully to the nearest specialist garage at a maximum
speed of 80 km/h (50 mph).
WARNINGA tyre filled with sealant has the same driving characteristics as a standard
tyre. The following guidelines must be observed.■
Do not drive faster than 80 km/h (50 mph).
■
Avoid accelerating at full throttle, sharp braking and fast cornering.
Jump-starting
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Jump-starting using the battery from another vehicle
298WARNING■ The following instructions must be followed at all times when working on
the engine compartment » page 278.■
When handling the vehicle battery, the following warnings must be ob-
served » page 283 . 
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WARNING (Continued)■A discharged vehicle battery may already freeze at temperatures just be-
low 0 °C. If the battery is frozen, do not carry out a jump start with the bat-
tery of another vehicle – risk of explosion!■
Never jump-start vehicle batteries with an acid level that is too low – risk
of explosion and caustic burns!
Jump-starting using the battery from another vehicle
Fig. 350
Jump-starting:  - Discharged battery,
 - power-supplying bat-
tery / ground point of the engine for the START-STOP system
Read and observe
on page 297 first.
If it is not possible to start the engine due to a discharged vehicle battery, the
battery of another vehicle can be used to start the engine. Only use jump-start
cables which have an adequately large cross-section and insulated terminal
clamps.
The rated voltage of the two batteries must be 12V. The capacity (Ah) of the
current-giving battery must not be significantly less than the capacity of the
discharged battery in your vehicle.
The jump-start cables must be attached in the following sequence.
›
Attach clamp
1
to the positive terminal of the discharged battery.
›
Attach clamp
2
to the positive terminal of the current-giving battery.
›
Attach clamp
3
to the negative terminal of the current-giving battery.
›
For vehicles with the START-STOP system, secure the clamp
4
to the
ground point of the engine
A
» Fig. 350 .
›
For vehicles without the START-STOP system, secure the clamp
4
to a solid
metal part that is firmly attached to the engine block or secure to the engine
block directly.
Starting engine›Start the engine on the vehicle providing the power and allow it to idle.›
Start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery.
›
If the engine does not start within 10 s, then cancel the starting procedure
and repeat after half a minute.
›
Remove the jump start cables in the reverse order as attachment.
WARNING■
Never clamp the jump-start cable to the negative terminal of the dis-
charged battery - danger of explosion.■
The non-insulated parts of the terminal clamps must never touch each
other – risk of short circuit!
■
The jump-start cable connected to the positive terminal of the battery
must not come into contact with electrically conducting parts of the vehicle
– risk of short circuit!
■
Route the jumper cables so that they cannot be caught in rotating parts
in the engine compartment - danger of injuries and the risk of vehicle dam-
age.
Towing the vehicle
Information about the towing process
Fig. 351
Braided tow rope / Spiral tow rope
For towing using a tow rope, use only a braided synthetic fibre rope » Fig. 351 -
 »
.
Attach the tow rope or the tow bar to the towing eyes at the front
» page 299 , towing eyes at the rear » page 300or to thetowing device of the
trailer device » page 261 . 
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Conditions for towing.Cars with automatic gearboxes must not be towed with the rear wheels
raised - there is a risk of gearbox damage!
If the gearbox has no oil, your vehicle must be towed with the front axle
raised clear of the ground or on a breakdown vehicle or trailer.
The maximum towing speed is 50 km/h.
The vehicle must be transported on a special breakdown vehicle or trailer
if it is not possible to tow in the vehicle in the way described or if the tow-
ing distance is greater than 50 km.
Driver of the tow vehicle›
On vehicles with manual transmission , engage gear slowly when starting.
›
On vehicles with automatic transmission , accelerate with particular care.
›
Only then approach correctly when the rope is taut.
Driver of the towed vehicle
›
If possible, the vehicle should be towed with the engine running. Operate the
brake booster and power steering only if the engine is running, otherwise
the brake pedal must be depressed more strongly and more power has to be
directed to the steering.
›
If it is not possible to start the engine, switch on the ignition so that the
steering wheel is not locked and so that the turn signal lights, windscreen
wipers and windscreen washer system can be used.
›
Take the vehicle out of gear or move the selector lever into position N if the
vehicle is fitted with an automatic gearbox.
›
Always keep the tow rope taut during the towing procedure.
WARNING■ Wound tow ropes must not be used for towing » Fig. 351-  , the towing
eye may unscrew out of the vehicle - risk of accident.■
Ensure tow rope is not twisted - risk of accident.
CAUTION
■ Do not tow-start the engine – risk of damaging the engine! The battery from
another vehicle can be used as a jump-start aid » page 297, Jump-starting .■
In the case of off-road towing manoeuvres, for both vehicles there is the risk
that the fastening parts could be overloaded and damaged.
Note
We recommend that you use the tow rope from ŠKODA Original Accessories.Front towing eyeFig. 352
Remove protective grille / install towing eye
Removing/inserting protective grille
›
To remove , insert the clamp for taking off the full wheel trims in the recess
in the protective grille and remove the protective grille in the direction of ar-
row
1
» Fig. 352 .
›
To insert , insert the protective grille in the opening and push in gently. The
protective grille must engage firmly.
Removing/installing the towing eye
›
To fit, screw in the towing eye by hand in the direction of the arrow
2
» Fig. 352 until it clicks into place » .
For tightening purposes, we recommend, for example, using the wheel
wrench, towing eye from another vehicle or a similar object that can be pushed through the eye.
›
To remove it, unscrew the towing eye in the opposite direction to arrow
2
.
WARNINGThe towing eye must always be tightened, otherwise the towing eye may
break during the towing.299Emergency equipment and self-help

Towing eye rearFig. 353
Remove cap / install towing eye
Remove/insert cap
›
To remove , press on the cap in the direction of the arrow
1
and remove this
in the direction of arrow
2
» Fig. 353 .
›
To insert , insert the cap in arrow range
1
and then press on the opposite
edge of the cap. The cap must engage firmly.
Removing/installing the towing eye
›
To install , screw in the towing eye by hand in the direction of arrow
3
» Fig. 353 until the stop » .
For tightening purposes, we recommend, for example, using the wheel
wrench, towing eye from another vehicle or a similar object that can be pushed through the eye.
›
To remove , unscrew the towing against the direction of arrow
3
.
Vehicles with a tow hitch
For vehicles with factory-fitted towing device, at the back there is no mount
for a screw-in towing eye. Use the detachable ball rod for towing » page 261,
Hitch .
WARNINGThe towing eye must always be tightened, otherwise the towing eye may
break during the towing.Remote control and removable light - replacing the
battery/batteries
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Key with fold-out key bit
300
KESSY key
301
Remote control of the auxiliary heating
301
Removable light
302
CAUTION
■ The replacement battery/batteries must comply with the original specifica-
tion.■
Pay attention to the correct polarity when changing the rechargeable batter-
ies.
Note
■ We recommend having the faulty battery/batteries 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.
Key with fold-out key bit
Fig. 354
Remove the cover/remove the battery
Read and observe
on page 300 first.
›
Fold out the key bit. 
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›Press off the battery cover A
» Fig. 354 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 57.
KESSY key
Fig. 355
Remove emergency key
Fig. 356
Replacing the battery
Read and observe
on page 300 first.
›
Unlock the locking lug
A
in the direction of arrow
1
and remove the emer-
gency key
B
in the direction of arrow
2
» Fig. 355 .
›
Insert a narrow screwdriver (3 mm wide) approximately 12 mm into the open-
ing in the direction of arrow
3
» Fig. 356 .
›Turn the screwdriver in the direction of arrow 4 until the battery cover is re-
leased.›
Push the battery cover
C
in the direction of arrow
5
.
›
Remove the discharged battery in the direction of arrow
6
and install a new
battery.
›
Insert the battery cover
C
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 57.
Remote control of the auxiliary heating
Fig. 357
Radio remote control: Battery cover
Read and observe
on page 300 first.
›
Use a thin screwdriver to remove the cover
A
in the area
B
» Fig. 357 .
›
Open the cover in the direction of arrow
1
and push out in the direction of
arrow
2
.
›
Use the screwdriver to remove and replace the battery in the area
C
.
›
Insert the battery cover in the opposite direction to arrow
2
until it audibly
clicks into place.
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Removable lightFig. 358
Locking clip on the battery cover
Read and observe on page 300 first.
›
Lever off the cover for the rechargeable batteries with a narrow and pointed
object from the area of the lock clips
A
» Fig. 358 .
›
Replace the batteries.
›
Insert the cover for the rechargeable batteries and press it down until it
clicks into place.
CAUTION
If an incorrect battery type is used or a non-rechargeable battery, there is a
risk of damaging the light and the vehicle's electrical system.
Emergency unlocking / locking of doors
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Unlocking/locking the driver's door
302
Locking the door without locking cylinders
303
Unlock the boot lid
303
Selector lever emergency release
303Unlocking/locking the driver's doorFig. 359
Handle on the driver's door: open / lock and unlock lock cover
Fig. 360
Handle on the driver's door: key with fold-out key bit / KESSY
emergency 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. 359.
›
Release the door handle.
›
For vehicles with LHD, insert the key with the fold-out key bit with the but-
tons facing upwards » Fig. 360 - 
into the lock cylinder and unlock/lock the
vehicle.
›
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. 
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