WARNING■No changes may be made to airbag system components, the front bump-
er and the bodywork.■
Any work on the airbag system including the installation and removal of
system components due to other repair work (e.g. removal of the steering
wheel) must only be carried out by a specialist garage.
■
Do not manipulate individual parts of the airbag system, as this might re-
sult in the airbag being deployed.
■
If the airbag has been deployed, the airbag system must be replaced.
WARNINGThe airbag system operates using pressure sensors located in the front
doors. For this reason, no adjustments may be carried out to the doors or
door panels (e.g. installation of additional loudspeakers). Resulting damage
can impair the functioning of the airbag system - There is a risk of acci-
dents and fatal injuries! The following guidelines must be observed.■
Any work on the front doors and their door panels must be carried out by
a specialist garage.
■
Never drive the vehicle with the inner door panels removed or with open-
ings in the panelling.
Acceptance and recycling of used vehicles
Read and observe
on page 131 first.
All new ŠKODA vehicles are 95% recyclable.
Service intervals
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Overview of service intervals
134
Fixed service intervals QI1 - QI4
134
Variable service interval QI6
134
Digital Service Plan
135
The service interval display in the display of the instrument cluster will remind
you to carry out every service stipulated by the manufacturer at the right time
in order to prevent you from forgetting any » page 44.
The completion of services can be verified through the printed verification
from the digital service schedule and the respective receipts.
The specified service intervals are tailored to normal operating conditions.
In the case of aggravated operating conditions, it will be necessary to have
some service work carried out before the date of the next regular service or
between the specified service intervals. This applies mainly to the cleaning or
the replacement of the air filter insert in regions with heavy dust pollution as
well as checking and replacing the toothed belt, but also to vehicles with die-
sel particle filters, which can put greater strain on the engine oil.
The following is taken to mean aggravated operating conditions: ▶ Fuel containing sulphur.
▶ Frequent short trips.
▶ Longer periods of engine idling (e.g. taxis).
▶ Operation in areas with heavy dust pollution.
▶ Frequent trailer operation.
▶ Predominantly stop-and-go traffic as is e.g. often the case in city driving.
▶ Operation predominantly during winter.
You will be told at the specialist garage whether the operating conditions of
your vehicle may make it necessary for service work to be carried out between
the normal service intervals.
Different service charges may apply according to the particular scope of work
required, the vehicle type and specification, and your vehicle’s condition.
Note
■ The customer is responsible for covering the cost of all services including
changing or replenishing the oil, even during the warranty period, unless sta-
ted otherwise in the ŠKODA AUTO warranty terms or other agreements.■
You will be informed about the service checks and actions at each service by
the specialist garage.
133Care and maintenance
Overview of service intervalsFig. 153
Vehicle data: Service Interval
The service interval specified by the manufacturer is indicated on the vehicle
data carrier » Fig. 153 which can be found both in this Owner's Manual as well
as in the vehicle.
One of the following service intervals applies for your vehicle. ▶ Fixed service interval QI1.
▶ Fixed service interval QI2.
▶ Fixed service interval QI3.
▶ Fixed service interval QI4.
▶ Variable service interval QI6.
In order to operate a vehicle with a variable service interval, it must only be
filled and topped up with the prescribed engine oil.
If this engine oil is not available, the oil change is subject to a fixed service in-
terval. In this case, the vehicle must be changed to the fixed service interval.
Note
■
The corresponding motor oil specifications » page 144.■For vehicles with variable service interval QI6 you can initiate a change to the
fixed service interval or back to the variable service interval to be carried out
by a specialist garage.
Fixed service intervals QI1 - QI4
Oil change serv- ice
QI1Every 5 000 km or every 1 year a)
.QI2Every 7 500 km or every 1 year a)
.QI3Every 10 000 km or every 1 year a)
.QI4Every 15 000 km or every 1 year a)
.Inspection b)
Variant 1
QI1 - QI4
After the first 30 000 km or 2 years a)
, then every
30 000 km or every 1 year a)
.Inspection b)
Variant 2Every 15 000 km or every 1 year a)
.Inspection b)
Variant 3Every 10 000 km or every 1 year a)
.Brake fluid
changeQI1 - QI4First change after 3 years, then every 2 years.a)
Depending on which comes first.
b)
For information about the variant that applies to your vehicle, please contact a ŠKODA partner.
WARNINGThe brake fluid must always be changed after the first 3 years and then ev-
ery 2 years. Longer intervals between changing the brake fluid can cause
vapour bubbles to form in the brake system when braking sharply. This can
impair the efficiency of the brakes – There is a risk of an accident!
Note
For diesel operation with a high sulphur content, the oil must be changed ev-
ery 7 500 km. Ask your specialist garage for information on the countries
where diesel fuel has a high sulphur content.
Variable service interval QI6
The oil change service intervals depend on the intensity at which the vehicle is
driven and the local conditions in which the vehicle is used. For example, your
vehicle is subjected to different demands when driven over short distances
than when driven over long distances. The intervals are therefore variable.
Oil change serv-
iceIn accordance with the service interval display (after 30
000 km or 2 years a)
at the latest).Inspection b)
Variant 1After the first 30 000 km or 2 years a)
, then every 30 000
km or every 1 year a)
.Inspection b)
Variant 2Every 15 000 km or every 1 year a)
.Brake fluid
changeFirst change after 3 years, then every 2 years.a)
Depending on which comes first.
b)
For information about the variant that applies to your vehicle, please contact a ŠKODA partner.
134General Maintenance
AdBlue®
refillFig. 156
Raise flooring / remove box / cover lid
Fig. 157
Open the cover lid / rotate the fuel filler cap / filler neck
Read and observe
and on page 141 first.
We recommend AdBlue ®
to be refilled by a specialized workshop. If necessary,
it can refill itself using a refill.
We recommend when refilling using refill bottles that you use refill bottles
from ŠKODA Original Accessories.
When adding AdBlue ®
take note of the minimum and maximum AdBlue ®
tank
capacity shown in the display of the instrument cluster » page 30.
Refill AdBlue ®
under the following conditions.
The vehicle is on a horizontal surface.
The ignition is switched off.
Refilling›Fold up the flooring in the luggage compartment in the arrow direction 1
» Fig. 156 .
›
Remove the box for the vehicle tools in the direction of arrow
2
.
›
Open the filler cap in the direction of the arrow
3
» Fig. 157 .
›
Unscrew the tank cap in the direction of arrow
4
.
›
Fill the AdBlue ®
through the filler
A
according to the instructions on the re-
fill bottle.
›
After filling AdBlue ®
put the tank cap on the fuel filler neck and turn in the
opposite direction of the arrow
4
until it reaches the stop.
›
Close the filler cap in the opposite direction to the arrow
3
.
›
Store the box for the vehicle tools in the same place again.
›
Fold back the floor in the luggage compartment.
Before continuing your journey , switch on just the ignition for 30 s so that the
refilling can be recognized by the system. Only then start the engine.
Engine compartment
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Opening and closing the bonnet
143
Engine compartment overview
144
Windscreen washer fluid
144WARNINGNever cover the engine with additional insulation material (e.g. with a cov-
er) – risk of fire!WARNINGWhen working in the engine compartment, the following instructions must
be observed - otherwise there is a risk of injury or fire. The engine compart-
ment of your car is a hazardous area!WARNINGInstructions before beginning work in the engine compartment■Stop the engine and remove the ignition key, on vehicles with the KESSY
system, open the driver's door. 142General Maintenance
CAUTION■If the expansion tank is empty, do not top up with coolant. The system could
aerate - There is a risk of engine damage! Stop driving! Switch off the en-
gine and seek assistance from a specialist garage.■
Do not fill the coolant above the mark
A
» Fig. 162 . The coolant could, when
heated, be expelled from the cooling system - There is a risk of damage to the
engine parts.
■
If it is not possible to add coolant,
stop driving! Switch off the engine and
seek assistance from a specialist garage.
■
A coolant additive which does not correspond to the correct specification can
reduce the anti-corrosion effect of the cooling system - risk of damage to the
cooling system and the engine.
■
If non-distilled (non-demineralised) water has been used to top up, the cool-
ant should be replaced by a specialist garage - There is a risk of engine dam-
age.
■
A loss of coolant indicates leaks in the cooling system -There is a risk of en-
gine damage. Top up with coolant and then seek assistance from a specialist
garage.
Note
Too low coolant level is indicated in the instrument cluster by the warning
light and shown by the message » page 32. We still recommend inspecting
the coolant level directly at the reservoir from time to time.
Brake fluid
Fig. 163
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. 163.
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 142.■
If the fluid level drops significantly within a short time or if it drops below
the “MIN” » Fig. 163mark, 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.■Too low brake fluid level is indicated by the warning light being shown on
the display of the instrument cluster as well as the corresponding message
» page 32 . 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
148
Charging
149
Disconnect/reconnect and change
149
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 consumers.
▶ By switching off some loads(heated seats, heated rear window) for as long
as necessary.
147Inspecting and replenishing
Warning symbols on the vehicle batterySymbolMeaningAlways 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 - There is a risk of injury, chemical burns or
poisoning! 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.
■
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.
Seek 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 an explosion, fire, injury or chemical
burns! 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.
CAUTIONEnsure that battery acid does not come into contact with the bodywork –
There is a risk of damage to the paintwork.
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 condition
Fig. 164
Vehicle battery: Open the cover / acid level indicator
Read and observe
and on page 148 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. 164 -
.
Air bubbles can influence the colour of the indicator. Therefore, carefully knock
on the display » Fig. 164 -
.
Black colour - electrolyte level is correct.
Colourless or light yellow colour - electrolyte level too low, the battery must be replaced.
148General Maintenance
The speed limit for all-season or “winter”Tires can be adjusted in MAXI
DOTDisplay in the menu item winter tires
» page 43 .
If the vehicle has all-season or “winter”tires of a lower speed category then
the specified maximum speed of the vehicle (referring to tyres that have not
been delivered by the factory, a warning label with the maximum value of the
speed category provided for the mounted tyres must be fixed in the interior of
the vehicle in a constantly visible place in the driver’s field of vision. The warn-
ing label (sticker) can be replaced by setting maximum value of the mounted
tire speed rating in the MAXI DOTDisplay in the
winter tires
menu item 1)
. This
specification defines the maximum vehicle speed with mounted all-season or
“winter”tyres that may not be exceeded.
Snow chains
The snow chains improve handling in wintry road conditions.
Remove the full wheel trims before installing the snow chains » page 156.
Only fit snow chains with links and locks not larger than 12 mm.
The use of snow chains on vehicles with front-wheel drive and on vehicles
with four-wheel drive differs.
Front-wheel drive
Snow chains must only be fitted on the front wheels and are applicable only to
the following wheel / tyre combinations.
Rim sizePress depth DTyre size6J x 1650 mm205/55 R167J x 1645 mm205/55 R166J x 1745 mm205/50 R17
All-wheel drive
Snow chains can be mounted on the wheels on the front and rear axles.
It is only permissible to fit snow chains on the front wheels with the following
wheel/tyre combinations.
Rim sizePress depth DTyre size6J x 1650 mm205/55 R167J x 1645 mm205/55 R166J x 1745 mm205/50 R17
It is only permissible to fit snow chains on the rear wheels with the following
wheel/tyre combinations.
Rim sizePress depth DTyre size7J x 1645 mm215/60 R167J x 1745 mm225/50 R17WARNINGDo not use chains on snow and ice-free routes - the handling would be im-
paired and there is a risk of damage to the tyres.1)
Valid in certain countries.
153Wheels
No.Consumer27Panoramic tilt / slide sunroof, electric operation of sun blinds28Fuel pump, injectors, AdBlue®
heating29Electric windows - front, outside mirror - Heating, fold-in function,
Adjusting the mirror surface3012 volt power outlet - front and rear31Headlight cleaning system32Heated front seats33Heating, air conditioning, Climatronic, remote control for auxiliary
heating34Car alarm, reserve horn35Automatic gearbox36Tow hitch
Fuses in the engine compartment
Fig. 195
Distribution board cover.
Read and observe and on page 167 first.
With some equipment, the battery cover must be opened before removing the
cover for the fuse box » page 148.
Replacing fuses
›
Turn the securing bracket
A
» Fig. 195 in direction of the arrow. The symbol
is displayed behind the catches. .
›
Remove the cover.
›
Replace the appropriate fuse.
›
Replace the cover on the fuse box and the safety clip
A
move against the
arrow. The symbol is displayed behind the catches .
CAUTIONThe cover of the fuse box in the engine compartment must always be used
correctly, otherwise water may penetrate into the fuse box – there is a risk of
damage to the vehicle!
Fuse arrangement in the engine compartment
Fig. 196
Fuses
Read and observe and on page 167 first.
No.Consumer1Not assigned2Automatic gearbox, AdBlue control system3Battery data module4ABS5Automatic gearbox6Not assigned7Power supply for terminal 15, starter8Radio, instrument cluster, telephone9Not assigned10Engine control system11Aux. heating and ventilation12Databus13Engine control system14Ignition15Lambda probe, fuel pump, glow plug system16Right headlight, right taillight17Horn 169Fuses and light bulbs
Index
A
ABS Operation
110
Warning light34
Acceptance and recycling of used vehicles
133
Accessories131
Adaptive headlight see xenon headlight
60
AdBlue141
Check level141
indicator light30
refill142
Adjusting Steering wheel
11
Adjusting seats manually68
Adjusting the seats10
Advice on tyre/wheel usage150
AFS Display messages
34
Warning light34
AHL see xenon headlight
60
Air-conditioning system Air outlet vents
96
Airbag
16
Adjustments and impairments to the airbag system
132
Deactivation19
Deployment17
Warning light36
Airbag system16
Air conditioning93
Air distribution control96
Climatronic94
Manual air conditioning94
Air distribution control96
Air outlet vents96
Alarm51
Trailer130
All-year tyres152
Alternator Warning light
32
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)110
Anti-theft alarm system51
Trailer130
Anti-theft wheel bolts157
Armrest Front
71
Ashtray78
Assist systems110
Auto Check Control30
Automatic drive Selector lever
106
Automatic driving light control60
Automatic gearbox Kickdown
108
Selector lever-emergency unlocking166
Selector lever lock107
Starting-off and driving108
Tiptronic107
Automatic shutdown of consumers147
Automatic transmission106
Selector lever lock107
AUX77
Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and ventila- tion)
97
Avoiding damage to your vehicle109
B
Bar with sliding hook
88
Battery Changing batteries for the removable light
164
Changing in key164
Replace the battery in the remote control in the auxiliary heating
164
Belts13
Belt tensioners15
Bluetooth See Owner's Manual Infotainment
6
Bonnet Closing
143
Opening143
Boot Class N1 vehicles
91
See boot lid53
Boot lid Automatic locking
53
Open/Close53
Warning light32
Brake Assist (HBA)111
Brake booster103
Brake fluid147
Check147
specification147
Brake pads New
103
Brake pedal (automatic transmission) Warning light
37
Brakes Brake booster
103
Brake fluid147
Braking and stabilisation systems110
Handbrake104
Information on braking103
Warning lights32
Brake system110
Breakdown kit159
Breakdown service see Help in an emergency
8
Bulbs Replacing
170
Buttons in the door Electric window
54
184Index