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  • Page 1 ŠkodaFabia OWNER´ S MANUAL...
  • Page 2 Introduction You have opted for a Škoda - our sincere thanks for your confidence in us. Your new Škoda offers you a vehicle featuring the most modern engineering and a wide range of equipment which you will undoubtedly wish to use to the full during your daily motoring. We therefore recommend that you read this Owner's Manual attentively to enable you to become familiar with your vehicle and all that it offers as quickly as possible.
  • Page 3 Introduction The on-board literature The Service Schedule The on-board literature for your vehicle consists of this “Owner's contains: Manual” as well as a “Service plan”, “Technical data” and a • Vehicle data “Travelling assistant”. There can also be a variety of other addi- •...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Layout of this Owner's Lights and Visibility Automatic gearbox* ........Lights .
  • Page 5 Contents Driving Tips Spark plugs ......Fabia Praktik ..... . .
  • Page 6 Contents...
  • Page 7 Layout of this Owner's Manual Fig. 1...

  • Page 8: Layout Of This Owner's Manual

    Layout of this Owner's Manual Layout of this Owner's Manual The Owner's Manual has been systematically designed, in order to make have to take. We have identified the corresponding Actions with a dash, it easy for you to find and absorb the information you require. A sample ⇒...
  • Page 9 Layout of this Owner's Manual...

  • Page 10: Using The System

    Using the system Using the system Safety Driving Tips General Maintenance Breakdown assist- Technical Data Fabia Praktik ance...
  • Page 11 Cockpit Fig. 2 Certain items of equipment shown in the illustration are only fitted to particular model versions or are optional items of equipment.

  • Page 12: Cockpit

    Cockpit Cockpit − Electric power-operated window* ....An overview Light switch, control dial for the instrument lighting and control dial for the headlight beam range regulatiion ..52, 53 This general view is designed to help you to quickly Bonnet release lever .

  • Page 13: Instruments And Indicator/Warning Lights

    Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights General view of the instrument cluster Fig. 3 Instrument cluster Engine revolutions counter ⇒ page 13 − with Service Interval Display ⇒ page 15 Coolant temperature gauge ⇒ page 13 Digital clock ⇒ page 16 and multi-functional indicator* ⇒ page 17 Fuel gauge ⇒...

  • Page 14: Engine Revolutions Counter

    Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights Engine revolutions counter Cold range If the pointer is still in the left-hand area of the scale it means that the engine has not yet reached its operating temperature. Avoid running at ⇒ page 12, fig. 3 The start of the red zone in the revolutions counter high engine speeds, at full throttle and at severe engine loads.

  • Page 15: Fuel Gauge

    Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights Fuel gauge Fault display dEF will appear as a constant text in the display field of the counter for distance driven if there is a fault in the instrument cluster. Have this fault ⇒ page 12, fig. 3 The fuel gauge only operates when the ignition is rectified without delay by a Škoda dealer.

  • Page 16: Service Interval Display

    Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights Service Interval Display The Service Interval Display for vehicles with fixed service intervals ⇒ fig. 4 A key symbol appears in the trip counter display once the due date for a service is reached and one of the following service work: OIL (change the engine oil) INSP (Inspection service) The display disappears within 3 minutes after starting the engine.

  • Page 17: Digital Clock

    Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights Resetting Service Interval Display Caution We recommend having this resetting performed by a Škoda Dealer. We recommend that you do not reset the Service Interval Display yourself Škoda dealer: otherwise this can result in the service interval display being incorrectly •...

  • Page 18: Multi-Functional Indicator

    Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights Setting minutes Note – Turn the reset button to the right. In certain national versions the displays appear in the Imperial system of measures. WARNING The clock should not be adjusted while driving for safety reasons Memory but only when the vehicle is stationary.
  • Page 19 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights Single-trip memory (memory 1) Using the system The single-trip memory collates the driving information from the moment the ignition is switched on until it is switched off. New data will also flow into the calculation of the current driving information if the trip is continued within 2 hours after switching off the ignition.
  • Page 20 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights The following readouts will be set to zero by button The outside temperature appears in the display when the ignition is switched on. • Average fuel consumption • The correct outside temperature will be indicated with a delay of 5 distance driven •...
  • Page 21 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights Current consumption from a particular time of day you must first erase the memory at this ⇒ page 18, fig. moment in time by pressing the button The current fuel consumption level is shown in the display in litres/100 km. The maximum time indicated in both switch positions is 99 hours and 59 This information can help you to adapt your style of driving to the fuel minutes.

  • Page 22: Information Display

    Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights Information display* The display of text is possible in the following languages: Czech, English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese. Introduction You can have the relevant language set by a Škoda dealer. The following information can be shown in the display (depending on the equipment installed on the vehicle): ⇒...
  • Page 23 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights Menu – You can select the menu through the rocker switch . The selected information is displayed after pressing the button for a short time or after releasing the rocker switch (after about 4 seconds). You can select the following information (depending on the equipment installed on the vehicle): ⇒...

  • Page 24: Auto Check Control

    Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights Door ajar warning, luggage compartment door and Radio display bonnet ajar warning Fig. 13 Information display: Radio display Fig. 12 Information display: Door warning These displays appear in addition to the normal information in the radio display.
  • Page 25 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights The red symbols indicate danger (priority 1) while the yellow symbols indi- You must depress the brake pedal first and press the Shiftlock button at cate a warning (priortity 2). Information for the driver may also appear in the same time in order to move the selector lever out of these positions.
  • Page 26 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights – Investigate the function indicated. Yellow symbols – Obtain professional assistance. A yellow symbol signals a warning. Meaning of the red symbols:  ⇒ page 35 Faults in the brake system  Coolant level too low/coolant tempera- ⇒...
  • Page 27 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights One warning signal will sound if a yellow symbol appears. If several operational faults of priority 2 exist, the symbols appear one after the other and are each illiminated for about 2 seconds. Check the relevant function as soon as possible. Navigation system* The controls for the navigation system, radio, CD player are located in the centre console on both sides of the monitor screen.

  • Page 28: Warning Lights

    Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights Warning lights An overview The warning lights indicate certain functions if necessary faults. Fig. 16 Instrument cluster with warning lights   Interlocking of the backrests of the rear ⇒ page 29 ⇒ page 28 Turn signal lights (to the left) seats ...
  • Page 29 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights  ⇒ page 30 ⇒ page 34 Power steering* Electronic stability programme (ESP)*   ⇒ page 30 ⇒ page 34 EPC fault light (petrol engine) Antilock brake system (ABS)*   ⇒ page 30 ⇒ page 35 Glow plug system (diesel engine) Brake system ...
  • Page 30  Interlocking of the backrests of the rear seats* One can still drive to the next Skoda dealer if the V-ribbed belt is in good order but the warning light is still lit up. The vehicle battery will be ...
  • Page 31 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights  Fog lights* The following text will be displayed in the information display*: ENGINE WORKSHOP!  The warning light comes on when the fog lights are operating ⇒ page 53.  Glow plug system (diesel engine) Power steering* ...
  • Page 32 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights  Coolant temperature/coolant level WARNING  • The warning light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is Take care when opening the coolant expansion bottle. If the switched on. engine is hot, the cooling system is pressurized - risk of scalding. It is best to allow the engine to cool down before removing the cap.
  • Page 33 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights  Engine oil The following text will be displayed in the information display*: CHECK OIL LEVEL  The warning light lights up red (low oil pressure)  The warning light flashes yellow* (engine oil level sensor faulty) The warning light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is A fault on the engine oil level sensor is indicated additionally by an audible...
  • Page 34 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights   Light bulbs* Luggage compartment door*   The warning light comes on if a light bulb is damaged: The warning light comes on when the ignition is switched on if the tail- gate is open. •...
  • Page 35 The vehicle will only be braked by the Electronic Stability Programme (ESP)* normal brake system without the effect of the ABS function. Visit a Skoda dealer as quickly as possible and adjust your style of driving in the mean- ...
  • Page 36  Airbag system  . Visit the next Skoda dealer immediately and have the brake system checked. Monitoring the airbag system 3 peeps sound as an additional warning signal. ...
  • Page 37 A front passenger airbag and also possibly the side airbag which The following text will be displayed in the information display*: have been switched off by a Skoda dealer using the vehicle system tester: FASTEN SEATBELT •...

  • Page 38: Unlocking And Locking

    Unlocking and locking Unlocking and locking ⇒ fig. 17 ⇒ fig. 18 Keys Two keys or one radio-operated key* and one usual key are provided with the vehicle. The keys fit in all vehicle locks. Key ring The key ring only has the key number on it which is essential for producing other keys.

  • Page 39: Changing The Key Battery

    Unlocking and locking Changing the key battery mend that you have the batteries of the key replaced by a Škoda dealer. You should, however, proceed as follows if you wish to replace the battery yourself: – Fold open the key. –...

  • Page 40: Electronic Immobiliser

    Unlocking and locking Electronic immobiliser Note • The opened door cannot be locked with the securing knob. This The electronic immobiliser prevents the vehicle being prevents the possibility of forgetting the key in the locked vehicle. operated by an unauthorised person. •...

  • Page 41: Central Locking System

    Unlocking and locking Switching child safety lock on Safe securing The central locking system is equipped with a safe securing system. – Use the vehicle key to turn the slit in the rear door to the left in Locking the vehicle from the outside causes the door locks to be automat- ⇒...
  • Page 42 Unlocking and locking Unlocking the vehicle using the key WARNING • If the vehicle is locked from the outside and the safe securing system is activated, there must not be any person and animals in the vehicle as it is then not possible to open either a door or a window from the inside.
  • Page 43 Unlocking and locking Buttons for central locking Note If the vehicle is equipped with an anti-theft alarm system*, you must unlock the vehicle by inserting the key into the driver door you then have to insert the key into the ignition lock and switch the ignition on within 15 seconds after opening the door.
  • Page 44 Unlocking and locking • You can unlock the doors individually from the inside and open them Luggage compartment door by pulling the door opening lever. • Once the driver door is opened it cannot be locked again (after oper- ating the lock function in the switch for the central locking switch) in order to avoid inadvertently being locked out of the vehicle.

  • Page 45: Remote Control

    Unlocking and locking Remote control* Open the boot lid by pulling on the actuating lever if it is not completely closed and lift the boot lid right up. Slam the boot lid slightly closed. WARNING Never drive with the boot lid slightly ajar or even fully opened otherwise exhaust gases may get into the interior of the vehicle - risk of poisoning! Note...

  • Page 46: Synchronisation Of The Vehicle Key Code

    Unlocking and locking  Unlocking the vehicle The turn signal lights flash once to confirm that the vehicle has been correctly locked. – Press button for about 1 second.  Locking the vehicle WARNING – Press button for about 1 second. If the vehicle is locked from the outside and the safe securing system is activated, there must not be any person in the vehicle as –...

  • Page 47: Anti-Theft Alarm System

    Unlocking and locking • operated key are actuated a number of times outside of the operative Luggage compartment door • range of the equipment or the battery on the remote control was replaced. Doors • This means that the code must be resynchronised by pressing any button Ignition lock •...

  • Page 48: Power Windows

    Unlocking and locking Power windows* Closing a window – A window is closed through pulling lightly on the respective switch in the door. The closing process stops when one Switch releases the switch. – Pulling of the switch in the driver's door to the stop will cause the window to be closed completey, automatically.
  • Page 49 Unlocking and locking Closing windows with the key WARNING (continued) – Turn the key in the lock of the driver door into the closing posi- • The system is fitted with a force limiter. The closing process will tion and hold it there until all of the windows are closed. be stop if an obstruction is detected and the window will open again.

  • Page 50: Electric Sliding/Tilting Roof

    Unlocking and locking ⇒ fig. 28 Proceed as follows to close the window fully: The sliding/tilting roof is operated by means of the control dial and only functions when the ignition is switched on. The control dial has a • Turn the key in the lock of the driver door into the closing position and number of fixed positions.
  • Page 51 Unlocking and locking The sun screen is also opened automatically when the roof slides open. – Turn the key in the lock of the driver's door into the closing position and hold until the sliding/tilting roof is closed ⇒ You can slide the sun screen into the opened or closed position by hand when the sliding/tilting roof is closed.
  • Page 52 Unlocking and locking – Remove the crank from its holder, insert it in the opening down to the stop and then turn it to close or open the sliding/tilting roof. – Put the crank into its holder and place the covering in place again.

  • Page 53: Lights

    Lights and Visibility Lights and Visibility Lights Switching off all lights O – Turn the light switch into position O. Switching lights on and off Instrument lighting* – Switch on the headlights. ⇒ fig. – Turn the control dial 30, until you have set the inten- sity you require for the instrument lighting.
  • Page 54 Lights and Visibility   Fog lights* Headlight range adjustment Once the low beam is switched on you can then adapt the  Switching on the fog lights range of the headlights to the load of the vehicle.   ⇒...
  • Page 55 Lights and Visibility Note Note Headlights fitted with Xenon bulbs adapt automatically to the load and Switch on the hazard warning light system if, for example: • driving state of the vehicle (e.g. accelerating, braking) when the ignition is you encounter traffic congestion, switched on and when driving.
  • Page 56 Lights and Visibility – Turn signal for changing lanes - in order to only flash briefly Information concerning the function of the lights. • move the lever up or down to the pressure point and hold it The turn signal system only operates when the ignition is switched ...

  • Page 57: Interior Lighting

    Lights and Visibility  Interior lighting Reading lights – Press on one of the switches in order to switch the right or left reading light on or off. Front interior lighting and storage compartment on front passenger side Lighting of storage compartment on the front passenger side –...
  • Page 58 Lights and Visibility Interior lighting at the rear* (estate vehicle, sedan) Front door warning light* Fig. 36 Front door Fig. 35 Roof liner light warning light at the rear  ⇒ fig. ⇒ fig. 35 The light is located in the door trim panel below The lights are actuated by pressing the glass on the symbol ...

  • Page 59: Visibility

    Lights and Visibility Visibility Sun visors Rear window heater Fig. 38 Sun visor: swivelling out Fig. 37 Switch for rear You can pull the sun visors for the driver and front passenger out of their window heater fixture and swivel them toward the doors in the direction of the arrow ⇒...

  • Page 60: The Windscreen Wiper And Washing System

    Lights and Visibility The windscreen wiper and washing – Set with the switch the desired break between the indi- vidual wiper strokes system Slow wipe – Move the lever up into notch position Windscreen wipers You can operate the windscreen wipers and automatic Fast wipe wipe/wash using the windscreen wiper lever.
  • Page 61 Lights and Visibility Switching windscreen wipers off You should remove stubborn dirt (such as insect residues) from the head- light lenses at regular intervals, for example when refuelling. Please refer – Move the lever back into its home position to the notes ⇒ page 162. You should remove any snow from the fixtures of the washer nozzles and The windscreen wipers and the windscreen washer system only operate clear ice in winter with a de-icing spray in order to ensure proper operation...
  • Page 62 Lights and Visibility Attaching a wiper blade Replacing the wiper blade on the rear window wiper – Push the wiper blade over the wiper arm. The securing spring must click into place audibly. Windscreen wiper blades in proper condition are essential to obtain good visibility.

  • Page 63: Rear-View Mirror

    Lights and Visibility Rear-view mirror Adjusting left and right exterior mirrors*  – Turn the rotary knob to position . The movement of the mirror You can adjust the exterior mirrors electrically*. surface is identical to the movement of the rotary knob. The right hand exterior mirror is adjusted at the same time on vehi- cles with electrically operated power windows.

  • Page 64: Front Seats

    Seats and Stowage Seats and Stowage Front seats WARNING (continued) • Ensure that there are no objects in the footwell as any objects may get behind the pedals during a driving or braking manoeuvre. Basic information You would then no longer be able to operate the clutch, to brake or accelerate.
  • Page 65 Seats and Stowage – Release the lever and push the seat further until the lock Caution is heard to engage. Vehicles in the Praktik version should not experience contact between the backrest and the partition wall after adjusting the angle of the backrest Adjusting height of seat* since there is danger of damage to the seat cover through rubbing when –...

  • Page 66: Head Restraints

    Seats and Stowage Head restraints Adjusting the height of a head restraint – Grasp the side of the head restraint with both hands and push ⇒ fig. it up or down in direction of arrow 44. Best protection is achieved if the top edge of the head restraint is at least at eye level or higher.

  • Page 67: Middle Rear Head Restraints

    Seats and Stowage ⇒ fig. 46 You must always press the securing button when removing the WARNING head restraint and when pushing it out of the upper setting into the lower setting. The head restraints must be correctly adjusted in order to offer effective protection to the occupants in the event of an accident.

  • Page 68: Rear Seats

    Seats and Stowage Rear seats Front seats ⇒ page 66, fig. 47 – Heating on the driver's and front pasenger's seat can be switched on and regulated by turning Folding the rear seats forwards the control dial as required. – The system is switched off by turning the control dial to the home position “0”.
  • Page 69 Seats and Stowage The rear seats and the seat backrest can be folded forwards to WARNING increase the volume of the luggage compartment ⇒ page 69. Both parts of the bank can be folded forward individually on vehi- • The belt lock and pelvic belt must be in their original position cles with a divided rear seat*.

  • Page 70: Pedals

    Seats and Stowage – The rear head restraints can be inserted into the relevant – Fold the rear seats back into its original position. holes of the folded forwards rear seats. Pedals Remove the rear seats You should use only footmats which do not obstruct the movement of the pedals and have an anti-slip protection.
  • Page 71 Seats and Stowage – Distribute the items of luggage as evenly as possible. Lashing eyes – Heavy objects should be transported as near to the rear axle as possible or better still between the axles. – Attach the items of luggage to the lashing eyes or the safety net* ⇒...
  • Page 72 Seats and Stowage Folding double hooks* Fixing of the floor covering of the luggage compartment (estate car, sedan) Fig. 53 Luggage compartment: Folding Fig. 54 Luggage luggage double hooks compartment: Fixing of the floor covering Folding double hooks for attaching small items of luggage, such as bags ⇒...
  • Page 73 Seats and Stowage The luggage compartment cover* WARNING You can use the luggage compartment cover behind the No objects should be placed on the luggage compartment cover, rear head restraints for storing light and soft items. the vehicle occupants could be endangered if there is sudden braking or the vehicle collides with something.

  • Page 74: Net Partition (Estate)

    Seats and Stowage Net partition (Estate)* – Pull the luggage compartment cover in direction of arrow ⇒ page 72, fig. – Hang the luggage compartment cover in the recesses on the Use behind the rear seats side of the luggage compartment. –...
  • Page 75 Seats and Stowage Unrolling WARNING – Fold the backrests of the rear seats slightly forwards ⇒ page 67, which makes it possible to clear the access for • Ensure that the seat backrest on the rear seats is securely inter- unrolling the net partition.
  • Page 76 Seats and Stowage Use behind the front seats – Pull the net partiton net at the plate out of the housing ⇒ fig. – Insert the cross rod into the mount first on the one side and push the cross rod forward. –...

  • Page 77: The Roof Luggage Rack System

    Seats and Stowage The roof luggage rack system* Removing and installing net partition housing Description Pay attention to the following points if you wish to transport luggage or other items on the roof of your vehicle: • A special roof luggage rack system was developed for the vehicle. That is why you should only use one of the roof luggage rack which has been released for use by Škoda Auto.
  • Page 78 Seats and Stowage Note Note • A roof rail is obtainable from a Škoda dealer if hasn't been fitted onto an The figure is not valid for an estate car. • estate car at the works. If you have any questions, please contact a Škoda dealer. Attachment points Roof load Distribute weight evenly over the roof luggage rack system.

  • Page 79: Drinks Can Holder

    Seats and Stowage Drinks can holder* Note holder Fig. 63 Dash panel: Fig. 64 Windscreen Drinks can holder Note holder The drinks can holder is designed to place 0.33 litre drinks cans The note holder is designed for attaching a car park ticket in parking areas.

  • Page 80: Ashtray At The Front

    Seats and Stowage Ashtray at the front* Ashtray at the rear* Fig. 65 Centre Fig. 66 Centre console: Ashtray at the console: Ashtray at the front rear Removing the ashtray insert Removing the ashtray insert – Fold out the ashtray cover and pull out the ashtray insert in the –...

  • Page 81: Cigarette Lighter* And Power Socket

    Seats and Stowage Cigarette lighter* and power socket* – Insert the plug of the electrical appliance into the socket of the cigarette lighter. Cigarette lighter The 12 volt power socket or the lighter holder can also be used for further electrical appliance with a power uptake of up to 180 watts.

  • Page 82: Storage Compartments

    Seats and Stowage Storage compartments Power socket in the luggage compartment (estate car*, sedan*) An overview You will find the following storage facilities in your vehicle: ⇒ page 82 Storage compartment on the front passenger side* ⇒ page 83 Storage compartments on the driver's side ⇒...
  • Page 83 Seats and Stowage Storage compartment on the front passenger side* Opening and closing the storage compartment on the front passenger side ⇒ fig. 69 – Pull the handle in the lid in direction of arrow and pull the lid down. –...
  • Page 84 Seats and Stowage Cooling of storage compartment on front passenger Storage compartments on the driver's side side* The storage compartment is for vehicles fitted with an air- conditioning system with a closable inlet for cooled air. Fig. 72 Dash panel: Storage compartments on the driver's side Fig.
  • Page 85 Seats and Stowage You can use the storage compartment, for example, to temper drinks WARNING cans, etc. • If you do not use the air inlet in the storage compartment, the end The storage compartment is not a substitute for the ashtray and cover should always be kept closed.
  • Page 86 Seats and Stowage Storage compartment in the luggage compartment Rear armrest with stowage compartment* (estate car)* Fig. 76 Rear seats: Fig. 75 Luggage Armrest compartment: Storage compartments There are storage compartments situated on the right and the left ⇒ fig. in the luggage compartment Fig.
  • Page 87 Seats and Stowage The armrest includes a stowage compartment. You open the compartment by pressing the button on the front of the armrest and raising the cover ⇒ page 85, fig.

  • Page 88: Heating

    Heating and air conditioning system Heating and air conditioning system Heating Controlling blower – Turn the blower switch into one of the positions, 1 to 4, in order to switch the blower on. Using the system – Turn the blower switch into position 0 in order to switch the The heating system delivers air into the interior of the blower off.
  • Page 89 Heating and air conditioning system • Control dial in position 2 or 3 WARNING •   Control dial as required or to any desired position between these symbols You should not leave recirculated air mode on over a longer period •...
  • Page 90 Heating and air conditioning system The control dial can be set to other positions as required. Air outlet vents Recirculated air mode In recirculated air mode air is sucked out of the interior of the vehicle and then fed back into the interior. Recirculated air mode prevents polluted air outside the vehicle from getting into the vehicle, for example when driving through a tunnel or when standing in a traffic jam.

  • Page 91: The Air Conditioning System

    Heating and air conditioning system The air conditioning system* area) and large differences in temperature, for example when getting out of the vehicle, can result in chills in sensitive persons. The air inlet in front of the windscreen must be free of ice, snow or leaves Description in order to ensure that the heating and ventilation systems operate prop- erly.
  • Page 92 Heating and air conditioning system Using the system Control for air distribution – You can adjust the direction of the inlet air flow using air distri- ⇒ page 93. bution regulator Switching air conditioning on/off  – Press the button .
  • Page 93 Heating and air conditioning system •  of the year - in order to remove such odours. Also open a window for a Control dial in the position • short time. Open the air outlet vents 4 • •  Please refer to the information regarding recirculated air mode Set the air distribution regulator as required between positions...
  • Page 94 Heating and air conditioning system Fresh air mode - ventilation culated air mode on again from this setting by repeatedly pressing button Non- pre-warmed fresh air streams through the air inlet nozzles 3 and 4 for the following settings. • ⇒...
  • Page 95 Heating and air conditioning system You can set the air supply to the individual air outlet vents using the control Operational problems dial If the cooling system does not operate at outside temperatures higher Air outlet vents 3 and 4 can also be opened or closed individually: than +5°C, there is a problem in the system.

  • Page 96: Setting Steering Wheel Position

    Starting-off and Driving Starting-off and Driving Setting steering wheel position* WARNING You can set the height and the forward/back position of the • Only adjust the steering wheel when the car is stationary! steering wheel to the desired position. • For safety reasons the lever must always be firmly pushed up to avoid the steering wheel altering its position unintentionally when driving - risk of accident!

  • Page 97: Starting Engine

    Starting-off and Driving - start engine Ignition key withdrawal lock (automatic gearbox) You can only withdraw the ignition key after switching off the ignition if the Diesel engines selector lever is in position P. - fuel supply interrupted, ignition switched off, engine off - heating glow plugs on, ignition switched on WARNING •...
  • Page 98 Starting-off and Driving • Petrol engines The clutch pedal should be fully depressed when starting the engine which means that the starter only has to crank the engine. • Let go of the key as soon as the engine starts otherwise there may be These engines are fitted with a starter system which selects the correct damage to the starter.

  • Page 99: Shifting Gear (On A Manual Gearbox)

    Starting-off and Driving • The glow plug warning light will come on for about one second if the ature rises because of an accumulation of heat in the engine or if the engine is at a normal operating temperature or if the outside temperature engine is warm and the engine compartment is additionally heated by is above +5°C.

  • Page 100: Handbrake

    Starting-off and Driving – Hold the button pressed and push the handbrake lever down Note fully ⇒ One should not lay the hand on the shift lever while driving the vehicle. The pressure of the hand will be transferred to the gearshift forks in the ...

  • Page 101: Parking Aid

    Starting-off and Driving Parking aid* there is no obstacle close to your vehicle. Have the fault rectified by a Škoda dealer. • The sensors must be kept clean and free of ice to enable the parking The parking aid provides a warning of obstacles behind aid to operate properly.
  • Page 102 Starting-off and Driving – Press pushbutton once the required speed has been Note achieved. • The cruise control system is not able to maintain a constant speed when driving on steep downhill sections. The weight of the vehicle Having pressed pushbutton the speed you have just selected (in increases the speed at which it travels.
  • Page 103 Starting-off and Driving – Pressing and holding down the slide switch in this postion will The set speed remains stored in the memory. cause the speed of the vehicle to be increased continuously. The Resumption of the stored speed is achieved by releasing the brake Release the slide switch once the vehicle has reached the or clutch pedal, on vehicles fitted with automatic gearbox only after desired speed.

  • Page 104: Automatic Gearbox

    Automatic gearbox* Automatic gearbox* 4-speed automatic gearbox – Press and Shiftlock button in the selector lever, move the selector lever to P and then release the Shiftlock button. Information for driving with an automatic gearbox The engine can only be started when the selector lever is in position P or N ⇒...
  • Page 105 Automatic gearbox* Selector lever positions P - Parklock The driven wheels are locked mechanically in this position. The Parklock must only be engaged when the vehicle is stationary ⇒ If you wish to move the selector lever into or out of this position, you must press the Shiftlock button in the handle of the selector lever and at the same time depress the brake pedal.
  • Page 106 Automatic gearbox* 3 - Position when driving in hilly areas WARNING We recommend selection of this position when the gearbox is often changing gear under certain driving conditions with the selector lever at D. • Never move the selector lever into position R or P when driving The gearbox shifts up and down automatically into first, second and third - risk of an accident! •...
  • Page 107 Automatic gearbox* Selector lever lock Kickdown function The kickdown function provides you with maximum accel-  Automatic selector lever lock eration power. With the ignition on, the selector lever is locked when it is in the positions P and N. You must depress the brake pedal first and press the Shiftlock Depressing the accelerator pedal beyond the pressure point casues the button at the same time in order to move the selector lever out of these automatic gearbox to shift down into a lower gear (in line with vehicle...
  • Page 108 Automatic gearbox* down at higher engine speeds than is the case for the economy-oriented If the gearbox has switched over to emergency mode, drive to the programmes. nearest Škoda dealer in order to have the fault rectified. Selecting the most appropriate driving programme for the particular style of driving is a continuous process.

  • Page 109: Communication

    Communication Communication Universal telephone connection* – Plug the adapter cable into the mobile phone socket. The power socket is located under the front passenger storage compartment. – Switch on the ignition. – Wait for approximately 15 seconds, switch off ignition. –...

  • Page 110: Mobile Phones And Two-Way Radio Systems

    Communication Mobile phones and two-way radio WARNING systems • If a mobile phone or two-way radio system is operated inside the vehicle without using an external aerial, or with an external The installation of mobile phones and two-way radio systems in a vehicle aerial which has been incorrectly installed, the result can be exces- should generally be undertaken by a Škoda dealer.
  • Page 111 Communication...

  • Page 112: Passive Safety

    Passive Safety Safety Passive Safety Driving the safe way Requirements for maximum safety Passive safety measures reduce the risk of injury in acci- It is important that you comply with the following requirements in order to dent situations. ensure that the seat belts and the airbag systems offer you and the occu- pants of your vehicle maximum protection: In this section you will find important information, tips and notes on the •...

  • Page 113: Seat Belts

    Seat belts Seat belts Why seat belts? Accident statistics prove that seat belts which are fastened and properly adjusted reduce the risk of an injury and enhance the chance of survival in a major accident ⇒ page 113. It is important that you pay attention to safety measures, particularly when transporting children in the vehicle ⇒...

  • Page 114: The Physical Principle Of A Frontal Collision

    Seat belts The physical principle of a frontal As soon as the vehicle is moving, so-called kinetic energy (the energy of motion) is produced both in terms of the car as well as in terms of the collision occupants. The magnitude of this kinetic energy depends essentially on the speed at which the vehicle is travelling and on the weight of the vehicle and the occupants.

  • Page 115: Important Safety Information Regarding The Use Of Seat Belts

    Seat belts Important safety information regarding WARNING (continued) • the use of seat belts The slot of the belt tongue must not be blocked by paper or similar objects otherwise the belt tongue will not lock in place The correct use of the seat belts considerably reduces the properly.

  • Page 116: How Are Seat Belts Correctly Fastened

    Seat belts How are seat belts correctly fastened? – Correctly adjust the front seat and the head restraint before fastening your seat belt ⇒ page 63. – Slowly pull the belt webbing at the tongue of the lock over your Fastening a three-point seat belt chest and pelvis ⇒...
  • Page 117 Seat belts – Then pull firmly on the belt to ensure that the seat belt height WARNING (continued) adjuster has correctly locked in place. • A seat belt which is hanging too loose can result in injuries as your body is moved forward by the kinetic energy produced in an accident and is then suddenly held firm by the belt.
  • Page 118 Seat belts ⇒ page 116, fig. – Press the red button in the belt lock 96. The spring force causes the tongue of the lock to jump out. – Guide the belt back with your hand to enable the inertia reel to wind up the belt webbing more easily.

  • Page 119: Belt Tensioners

    Seat belts The fastened three-point seat belts are automatically tensioned in the WARNING event of a frontal collision of a certain severity. On vehicles fitted with side airbags, a seat belt which is not fastened is also tensioned. • The pelvic belt must always sit firmly across the pelvis; tighten The belt tensioner is deployed in the event of a frontal collision of major the belt webbing if necessary.
  • Page 120 Seat belts • When disposing of vehicle or parts of the system, it is important to comply with the national legal requirements. Using the system Safety Driving Tips General Maintenance Breakdown assist- Technical Data Fabia Praktik ance...

  • Page 121: Airbag System

    Airbag system Airbag system • Description of the airbag system the airbag indicator light does not go out after about 3 seconds after the ignition is switched on • the airbag indicator light goes out and comes on again after the ignition General information on the airbag system is switched on •...
  • Page 122 Airbag system is played by factors such as the type of object against which the vehicle WARNING (continued) impacts (hard, soft), the angle of impact, the vehicle speed etc. • The service life of the airbag system is 15 years from the date of A decisive factor for the deployment of the airbags is the deceleration manufacture of the vehicle.

  • Page 123: Front Airbags

    Airbag system Front airbags Vehicles with an airbag system for the driver and front passenger* are recognisable by the lettering “AIRBAG” on the padded centre of the ⇒ fig. 99 steering wheel and on the right hand side of the dash panel ⇒...
  • Page 124 Airbag system Function of the front airbags The specially developed airbag allows the gas to flow out of the inflated airbag in a controlled manner under the load of the vehicle occupant's Risk of injury to the head and chest area is reduced by fully body in order to cushion the head and chest areas.

  • Page 125: Side Airbags

    Airbag system WARNING (continued) WARNING • No modifications of any kind may be made to parts of the airbag • For the driver and front passenger it is important to maintain a system. Any work on the airbag system including installing and distance of at least 25 cm from the steering wheel or dash panel removing system components because of other repair work (e.g.
  • Page 126 Airbag system The side airbags are located in the upholstery of the backrests of the Function of the side airbags ⇒ page 124, fig. 103 driver and front passenger seats. They are marked Risk of injury to the upper part of the body is reduced by with the lettering “AIRBAG”...
  • Page 127 Airbag system Important safety information on the side airbag WARNING (continued) • Correct use of the airbag system considerably reduces the Ensure that there are no excessive forces, such as violent knocks, kicks etc., impact on the backrests of the seats otherwise risk of injury! the system may be damaged.

  • Page 128: Deactivating An Airbag

    Airbag system Deactivating an airbag Your Škoda dealer will be able to advise you whether national legislation in your country allows airbags in your vehicle to be deactivated, and which ones. Deactivating airbags Monitoring the airbag system If any airbags have been deactivated, switch them on The functionality of the airbag system is monitored electronically, also when the airbags have been switched off again as soon as possible so that they are able to again...
  • Page 129 Airbag system Switch for the front seat passenger airbags* The front passenger airbag as well as the side passenger airbag (if the vehicle is fitted with a side airbag) are switched off using the switch. Deactivating airbags – Switch off the ignition. –...
  • Page 130 Airbag system If the front passenger airbag is switched on, the airbag warning light comes on for a few seconds each time the ignition is switched on. In cases where the front passenger airbag or side passenger airbag is switched off the airbag indicator light comes on for a few seconds after switching on the ignition, goes out for about a second and then comes on again.

  • Page 131: Transporting Children Safely

    We recommend that you use child safety seats from the Škoda range of genuine accessories. These child seats were developed and also tested transporting children! for use in Skoda vehicles. They fulfil the standard ECE-R 44. An introduction to the subject WARNING...
  • Page 132 Transporting children safely WARNING (continued) WARNING (continued) • • Children less than 1.50 metres in height or younger than 12 Safety belts must be checked to ensure that they are running years must not use a normal seat belt without a child safety seat properly.
  • Page 133 Transporting children safely must pay attention to the following warnings in connection with the use of WARNING (continued) the airbag system on the front passenger seat: • If a child safety seat in which the child faces in the direction of travel is used, the front passenger seat must be moved back fully.
  • Page 134 Transporting children safely Child safety and side airbags* Side airbags* offer the vehicle occupants enhanced protection in the event of a collision from the side. Children must never be seated in the deployment area of The side airbags are inflated in fractions of a second in order to be able to side airbags.

  • Page 135: Child Seat

    Transporting children safely Use of child seats WARNING (continued) • Do not place any objects within the deployment area of the side An overview of the usefulness of child seats on each of the seats: airbag. Risk of injury! Child seat Front passenger Rear seat Rear seat...
  • Page 136 − by allowing a Skoda dealer to do this Child seats in Group 1 are for babies and small children up to 4 years of − or by using the switch for the front seat passenger airbag* age with a weight of between 9 and 18 kilograms.
  • Page 137 (in some countries also when the child is facing the direction of travel). − by allowing a Skoda dealer to do this − or by using the switch for the front seat passenger airbag* ⇒...
  • Page 138 Tighten the belt webbing over your hip if necessary. • − by allowing a Skoda dealer to do this Please comply with any difffering national legal regulations − or by using the switch for the front passenger airbag* regarding the use of child safety seats.

  • Page 139: Attaching A Child Seat Using The "Isofix" System

    Transporting children safely Attaching a child seat using the “ISOFIX” There are two fixing eyes between the backrest and the seat itself on both of the outer rear seats for fixing the “ISOFIX” system child system* seat in place. – Insert the mounting funnels onto the locking eyes ⇒...
  • Page 140 WARNING (continued) • Ask a Škoda dealer whether a child seat which you bought for another vehicle is recommended for use in a Skoda before using an “ISOFIX” system. • Certain child seats which use the “ISOFIX” system can be attached with standard three-point seat belts.
  • Page 141 Transporting children safely...

  • Page 142: Driving Tips

    Intelligent Technology Driving Tips Intelligent Technology • Electronic stability programme (ESP)* Electronic Differential Lock (EDL) • Traction control system (TCS) • Antilock brake system (ABS) General Operating principle The ESP switches on automatically when the engine is started and then conducts a self-test.
  • Page 143 Intelligent Technology Switching off Traction control system (TCS)* You can switch the ESP off and on again as you wish, by pressing the The traction control system prevents the driven wheels ⇒ page 141, fig. 115. The ESP warning light ⇒ page 34 lights up button from spinning when accelerating.
  • Page 144 Intelligent Technology The TCS warning light ⇒ page 33 lights up in the instrument cluster when Note there is a fault on the TCS. • All four wheels must be fitted with the same tyres in order to achieve problem-free operation of the TCS. Differing rolling circumferences of the tyres can lead to an undesirable reduction in the engine output.

  • Page 145: Brakes

    Intelligent Technology Brakes Heating up of the brakes The EDL switches off automatically if unusually severe stresses exist in order to avoid excessive heat generation in the disc brake on the wheel What has a negative effect on braking efficiency? which is being braked.

  • Page 146: Antilock Brake System (Abs)

    Intelligent Technology The brake pedal has to be depressed with a significantly greater force if Caution the brake booster is not operating because the vehicle has to be towed or • because there is damage to the brake booster, in order to balance out the Never allow the brakes to rub by applying slight pressure if you do not missing brake boosting effect.

  • Page 147: Power Steering

    • The normal braking system is still fully functional if there is an ABS fault. Visit a Skoda dealer as quickly as possible and adjust Caution your style of driving to take account of the ABS fault in the mean- time since you will not know how great the damage is.

  • Page 148: Driving And The Environment

    Driving and the Environment Driving and the Environment The first 1 500 kilometres and then speed is marked by the beginning of the red zone on the scale of the revo- lutions counter. Shift up into the next higher gear on a vehicle fitted with afterwards manual gearbox before the red zone is reached.

  • Page 149: Catalytic Converter

    Driving and the Environment New brake pads – Do not tow-start the vehicle over a distance of more than 50 metres ⇒ page 207, “Tow-starting a vehicle”. Allow for the fact that new brake pads do not achieve their full braking effi- ciency until after the first 200 kilometres.

  • Page 150: Driving In An Economical And Environmentally Conscious Manner

    Driving and the Environment The technical requirements for low fuel usage and economic efficiency of For the sake of the environment the vehicle have already been built into the vehicle at the works. Special attention has been given to minimising negative effects on the environ- Even if the exhaust system is operating properly, a sulphur-like exhaust ment.
  • Page 151 Driving and the Environment Shifting gears and saving energy Only depress the accelerator pedal slowly if your vehicle is fitted with an automatic gearbox in order to automatically select an economic driving Shifting up early saves on fuel. programme. You will achieve good fuel economy by shifting up early and shifting down late.
  • Page 152 Driving and the Environment You should avoid fully exploiting the top speed of your vehicle wherever A poorly tuned engine can result in a fuel consumption which is 10% possible. Fuel consumption, pollutant emissions and vehicle noises higher than normal. increase disproportionally at high speeds.
  • Page 153 Driving and the Environment Avoid driving short distances distance, on the one hand at +20°C and on the other hand at -10°C. Your vehicle has a higher fuel consumption in winter than in summer. Short distances result in an above-average high fuel consumption.

  • Page 154: Environmental Compatibility

    Driving and the Environment • Saving electricity Simplified disassembly due to the modular structure system • Improved purity of different classes of materials Generating electricity costs fuel. • Identification of all plastic parts in accordance with VDA Recommen- dation 260 –...

  • Page 155: Motoring Abroad

    You can obtain further information regarding masking over or converting the headlights from your Škoda Dealer. It is also possible, in certain countries, that the Skoda dealership network has not been established yet. This is the reason why obtaining certain...

  • Page 156: Towing A Trailer

    Towing a trailer Towing a trailer Towing a trailer General Maintenance There are a number of points to pay attention to when Technical requirements towing a trailer. The towing device must satisfy certain technical require- Trailer load ments. The permissible trailer load must on no account be exceeded. You can negotiate appropriately steeper inclines and descents if you do Your vehicle is designed primarily for transporting persons and luggage.
  • Page 157 Towing a trailer Tyre inflation pressure Driving Tips Select the tyre inflation pressure on your vehicle for that of “fully laden”, Particular caution is required when towing a trailer. ⇒ page 187. The inflation pressure of the tyres fitted to the trailer adjust in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendation.

  • Page 158: Detachable Towing Device

    Towing a trailer Detachable towing device* before negotiating a downhill section to allow the engine to also act as a brake. Engine overheating Please keep a check on the coolant temperature gauge if you have to negotiate a lengthy downhill stretch in a low gear at a high engine speed when the outside temperature is very high ⇒...
  • Page 159 Towing a trailer • Contact a Škoda dealer if you encounter any problems using the device. • Inspect the ball head to ensure that it is properly locked each time before setting off. • Never unlock the ball head with a trailer coupled to it. •...

  • Page 160: General Maintenance

    Care and cleaning General Maintenance Care and cleaning General Care of the exterior of vehicle Proper care retains the value of your vehicle. Washing the vehicle Regular and proper care retains the value of your vehicle. It may also be Frequent washing protects your vehicle.
  • Page 161 Care and cleaning Washing vehicle by hand WARNING It is important to first soften the dirt with plenty of water and rinse it off as When washing your vehicle in the winter: Water and ice in the thoroughly as possible before washing your vehicle by hand. brake system can affect the braking efficiency - risk of accident.
  • Page 162 Wax treatment Slight damage to paintwork such as scratches, scuffs or traces of chip damage must be touched up immediately with paint (Skoda painting pen) Good wax treatment is an effective way of protecting the paintwork from before any corrosion can result. You can of course have this work carried harmful environmental influences and minor mechanical damage.
  • Page 163 We recommend using a preservative from the range of accessories the vehicle data sticker ⇒ page 223. offered by your Skoda dealer. Any corrosion which has already have formed must be removed thor- oughly. Apply a corrosion protection primer and then the paint to the affected point.
  • Page 164 Care and cleaning Note Note When washing your vehicle, ensure that as little water as possible gets Severe layers of dirt on the wheels can also result in wheel imbalance. into the locks. This may show itself in the form of wheel vibration which is transmitted to the steering wheel which, in certain circumstances, can cause premature wear of the steering.

  • Page 165: Care Of The Interior Of Vehicle

    Care and cleaning Protection of hollow spaces Fabric covers of electrically heated seats* All the cavities of your vehicle which are at risk from corrosion are Do not clean the seat covers moist as this may result in damage to the protected for life by a layer of protective wax applied in the factory.
  • Page 166 Care and cleaning – Remove fresh stains which are oil based (e.g. butter, mayon- Note naise, chocolate etc.) with an absorbent cloth or household • Use a care cream with light blocker and impregnation effect regularly cleaning paper or with the cleaner from the care set if the stain and each time after cleaning the leather.

  • Page 167: Engine Compartment

    Skoda dealers have the cleaning agents and preservatives recommended by the manufacturer and also the required equipment. WARNING It is necessary to observe the guidelines given in this chapter before working on the engine compartment ⇒...

  • Page 168: Fuel

    Fuel Fuel Petrol You can make unlimited use of fuel which has a higher octane number than that required by the engine. There will, however, be no advantages gained by this in terms of engine performance and fuel consumption! Grades of petrol The handling, performance and life of your engine are determined to a significant extent by the quality of the fuel.
  • Page 169 Fuel Fuel additives When using biofuel pay attention to the following points: • You must not use fuel additives, so-called “flow improvers” (petrol and The Performance may be reduced slightly if you switch to driving with similar products) in diesel fuel. biofuel.

  • Page 170: Refuelling

    Fuel Prewarming fuel The vehicle is fitted with a fuel filter prewarming system. This secures operation of a vehicle using diesel fuel down to an environmental temper- ature of -25°C. Biofuel We recommend refuelling with diesel fuel at temperatures below -10°C. Caution It is not permitted to add the various fuel additives on the market, including petrol, to diesel fuel in order to improve its flow properties.
  • Page 171 Fuel – The fuel filler cap on the fuel filler tube must be locked to the continue refuelling - otherwise the expansion chamber in the fuel tank will also be filled with fuel. Fuel might flow out of the tank when it heats up. right using the vehicle key and the key then removed (only valid for vehicles which do not have remote unlocking of the fuel filler flap next to the driver's seat).

  • Page 172: Inspecting And Replenishing

    Inspecting and Replenishing Inspecting and Replenishing Engine compartment Opening and closing the bonnet. Unlocking the bonnet Fig. 124 Radiator grille: handle Fig. 123 Bonnet release lever Unlocking the bonnet – Pull the unlocking lever below the dash panel on the driver's ⇒...
  • Page 173 Inspecting and Replenishing Opening the bonnet WARNING (continued) ⇒ page 171, fig. – Unlock the bonnet 123. • Stop your vehicle immediately while driving if you notice that the lock is not properly engaged and close the bonnet properly - –...
  • Page 174 Inspecting and Replenishing Overview of the engine compartment WARNING (continued) • The main inspection points Allow the engine to cool down. • Keep children clear of the engine compartment. • Never spill oil and other fluids over the hot engine. Such fluids (e.g.

  • Page 175: Engine Oil

    Note Engine oil specifications for vehicles with fixed service intervals • We recommend using a preservative from the range of accessories (QG0, QG2) offered by your Skoda dealer. • Denomination Petrol engine Diesel engine See the Service Schedule for further information.
  • Page 176 Inspecting and Replenishing Inspecting the engine oil level Checking the oil level – Park the vehicle on a horizontal surface. The dipstick indicates the level of oil in the engine. – Switch the engine off. – Open the bonnet⇒ in “Working in the engine compart- ment”...
  • Page 177 Inspecting and Replenishing We recommend maintaining the oil level within the range if the engine WARNING has been operating at high loads, for example during a lengthy motorway trip during the summer months, towing a trailer or negotiating a high Avoid dripping oil onto hot parts of the engine when topping up will mountain pass, but not above this.

  • Page 178: Cooling System

    Inspecting and Replenishing We recommend that you use the same antifreeze agent - G12 PLUS Note (purple in colour). You must not pour any additives into the oil - risk of engine damage! Please contact your Škoda dealer if you have any questions regarding the coolant or if you wish to fill up with a different coolant.
  • Page 179 One should contact a Skoda dealer as soon as possible if the source of Do not continue your journey if for some reason it is not possible under overheating itself cannot be determined and removed, since there may be the conditions prevailing to top up with coolant.

  • Page 180: Brake Fluid

    Inspecting and Replenishing • the coolant temperature has risen because of an accumulation of heat WARNING • the warm engine compartment is heated up additionally by strong • The cooling system is pressurized! Do not open the cap of the sunlight.
  • Page 181 This is why brake fluid must be replaced every two years. You must only use new genuine brake fluid from Skoda Auto. The speci- fication for the brake fluid is “FMVSS 116 DOT 4”.

  • Page 182: The Battery

    Inspecting and Replenishing The battery The battery is located in the engine compartment below a cover*. – Pull off the catch on the side of the battery cover , place the battery cover at about 45° and remove the battery cover in Working on the battery ⇒...
  • Page 183 Inspecting and Replenishing system of the vehicle, first disconnect the negative terminal (-) of the WARNING (continued) battery. Then disconnect the positive terminal (+). • • Do not tilt the battery otherwise battery electrolyte may flow out When reconnecting the battery, first connect the positive terminal (+) of the battery vent openings.
  • Page 184 Inspecting and Replenishing Battery with a charge level indicator, the so-called Inspecting the electrolyte level magic eye* The battery is practically maintenance-free under normal operating conditions, . We do, however, recommend that you have the electrolyte level inspected from time to time by a Škoda dealer when outside temper- atures are high or when driving on long trips.
  • Page 185 Inspecting and Replenishing Charging the battery It is, however, necessary to disconnect both cables before charging the battery with high amperages, so-called “quick-charging”. A properly charged battery is essential for reliably starting “Quick-charging” a battery is dangerous ⇒ in “Working on the battery” the engine.

  • Page 186: Windscreen Wiper And Washer System

    We recommend that you only have an old battery disposed of by your a screen cleaner (in winter with antifreeze as well) which is capable of Skoda dealer since it does require special disposal. removing stubborn dirt. Follow the instructions for use on the packaging when using screen cleaning products.

  • Page 187: Spark Plugs

    • Only use the spark plugs foreseen for the engine concerned if you wish Changing of the filter is undertaken by a Skoda dealer as part of the to avoid operational faults, engine damage and loss of approval and inspection service.

  • Page 188: Wheels And Tyres

    Wheels and Tyres Wheels and Tyres Wheels Unidirectional tyres* The direction of rotation of the tyres is marked by arrows on the wall of the tyre. This indicates the direction of rotation of the tyre, and it is essential General comments that the tyres are fitted on to run in this direction.
  • Page 189 Wheels and Tyres The life of your tyres very much depends on the following points: Wheel alignment errors Incorrect wheel alignment at the front and rear will not only increase wear- Tyre inflation pressure and-tear to the tyres, but also has an adverse effect on vehicle safety. The working life of tyres will be shortened considerably if the tyres are Contact your Škoda dealer if you notice any unusual tyre wear.
  • Page 190 Wheels and Tyres The base of the tread of the original tyres has wear indicators 1.6 mm Changing wheels around high, installed at right angles to the direction of travel. These wear indica- tors are located at 6 to 8 points depending on the make and are evenly ⇒...
  • Page 191 Only fit radial tyres of the same type on all 4 wheels of the same type, size 160 km/h (rolling circumference) and, if possible, the same tread pattern. 170 km/h Skoda dealers have access to the most current information about which 180 km/h tyres we have released for use. 190 km/h...
  • Page 192 Wheels and Tyres correct length and shape of spherical cap. This is essential to ensure that WARNING (continued) the wheels are tightly fitted and that the brake system operates properly. • You must on no account drive at a higher speed than is permis- If you retrofit wheel trims (or have this done), please also ensure that an sible for your tyres - risk of an accident resulting from tyre damage adequate flow of air remains assured for cooling the brake system.
  • Page 193 Wheels and Tyres Speed restrictions apply to winter tyres as well as to summer tyres Unidirectional tyres* ⇒ page 189, ⇒ The direction of rotation of the tyres is marked by arrows on the wall of You can fit winter tyres of a lower speed category to your vehicle provided the tyre.
  • Page 194 Wheels and Tyres Take note of the various national legal provisions which concern the maximum driving speed with snow chains on. Note We recommend that you use snow chains from the Škoda range of genuine accessories. Using the system Safety Driving Tips General Maintenance Breakdown assist-...

  • Page 195: Accessories, Changes And Replacement Of Parts

    • Skoda vehicles have been built according to the latest discoveries in We advise you, in your own interest, to only use Skoda acces- safety engineering. Thus one should not change the condition in which the sories and original Skoda parts which have been expressly vehicle was delivered from the manufacturer without some thought.

  • Page 196: Breakdown Assistance

    Fire extinguisher* The first-aid box is attached by a strap to the left-hand side of the luggage compartment or can be housed in a special bag which is an original Skoda acessory. The fire extinguisher is attached with a strap and a holder to the boot lid.

  • Page 197: Vehicle Tool Kit

    Breakdown assistance • Adapter for the wheel bolts lock Note After using the lifting jack, screw in the arm of the lifting jack fully before The fire extinguisher is only supplied in certain countries within the scope placing it back in its stowage area. of delivery.

  • Page 198: Tyre Repair Kit

    Breakdown assistance the vehicle immediately. Please read the attached instructions care- The spray bottle in vehicles of the type estate car and sedan is placed fully before the repair. in the spare wheel well under the luggage compartment floor behind the spare wheel.

  • Page 199: Changing A Wheel

    Breakdown assistance • The spare wheel provided with a car fitted with unidirectional tyres has – Apply the handbrake firmly. different dimensions. The wheel is provided with a warning sticker. • – Engage 1st gear or if your vehicle is fitted with an automatic After fitting on the wheel, the warning sticker must not be concealed gearbox, move the selector lever into position P.
  • Page 200 Breakdown assistance Changing a wheel Subsequent steps Always change a wheel on a level surface as far as possible. After changing the wheel, you must perform the following steps. – Remove the full wheel trim* ⇒ page 200. – Stow and attach the replaced wheel in the spare wheel well. –...
  • Page 201 Breakdown assistance Full wheel trim* Caution Use the pressure of your hand, do not knock on the full wheel trim! Heavy knocks mainly on the points where the full wheel trim has not been inserted into the wheel, can result in damage to the guide and centering elements of the full wheel trim.
  • Page 202 Breakdown assistance Slackening and tightening wheel bolts WARNING Slacken the wheel bolts before jacking up the vehicle. Slacken the wheel bolts only a little (about one turn) as long as the vehicle has not yet been jacked up - risk of an accident!. Note Apply pressure carefully with your foot to the end of the wheel wrench if it proves difficult to slacken the wheel bolts.
  • Page 203 Breakdown assistance – Position the lifting jack by selecting the jacking point - lower sill Securing wheels against being stolen* ⇒ page 201, - which is closest to the wheel to be removed You need a special adapter for slackening the safety fig.

  • Page 204: Jump-Starting

    Note Note • The set of safety wheel bolts can be obtained from your Skoda dealer as There must not be any contact between the two vehicles otherwise an original accessory. current may flow as soon as the negative terminals are connected.
  • Page 205 Breakdown assistance Starting engine Starting engine – Start the engine of the vehicle providing current and run the engine at idling speed. – Now start the engine of the vehicle with the discharged battery. – Interrupt the attempt at starting an engine after 10 seconds if it does not start right away and wait for about 30 seconds before repeating the attempt.

  • Page 206: Tow-Starting And Towing Vehicle

    Breakdown assistance Tow-starting and towing vehicle Tow rope or tow bar A tow bar is safest way of towing a vehicle and also minimizes any shocks. You can use a tow rope only if a suitable tow bar is not available. General The tow rope must be elastic to protect the vehicle.
  • Page 207 Breakdown assistance Front towing eye – Stick a screwdriver through the bore hole of the protective ⇒ fig. 148 grille (near the licence plate) and press downwards The towing eye is stored in the box for the vehicle tool kit. thereby pressing off the spring clip on the protective grille.
  • Page 208 Breakdown assistance Rear towing eye – Depress the clutch pedal fully when the engine fires and take the vehicle out of gear. First make an attempt to start the engine using the battery of another vehicle if the engine does not start ⇒ page 203. You can try tow-starting the vehicle if this attempt to start the engine does not prove successful.
  • Page 209 Breakdown assistance The car can be towed in with a tow bar or a tow rope or with the front or rear wheels raised. The maximum towing speed is 50 km/h. Towing of a vehicle with an automatic gearbox Please refer to the notes ⇒ page 205. The car can be towed in with a tow bar or a tow rope.

  • Page 210: Fuses And Light Bulbs

    Fuses and light bulbs Fuses and light bulbs Electric fuses – Find out which fuse belongs to the component which is not operating ⇒ page 210, “Fuse assignment in the dash panel”. – Defect fuses can be detected by their melted metal strips. Replacing fuses Replace the defect fuse by a new fuse of the same ampere Defect fuses must be replaced.
  • Page 211 Fuses and light bulbs Colour Maximum amperage No. Power consumer Amperes yellow Not assigned white 10 Central control unit green 11 The air conditioning system 12 Not assigned 13 Automatic gearbox Caution • Never attempt to “repair” fuses and also do not replace them with a 14 Not assigned fuse of a higher amperage - risk of fire! This may also cause damage at 15 Not assigned...
  • Page 212 Fuses and light bulbs No. Power consumer Amperes No. Power consumer Amperes Right main beam Instrument cluster, ESP Engine electronics Brake lights Control unit for ABS, TCS Power supply for the diagnostics, air-conditioning control unit for ESP system Not assigned Interior lighting Not assigned Door warning light...

  • Page 213: Bulbs

    Fuses and light bulbs No. Power consumer Amperes For power consumers, e.g. the radio, which can be operated with the ignition switched off as long as the ignition key is not withdrawn. Radio, navigation system For vehicles with an electrical power window system Electrical power window (at the front on the right) It is 15 amps for a vehicle with a 1.2 litre engine.
  • Page 214 Luggage compartment light Change of light bulbs on Xenon lights (low beam lights, parking lights and Door warning light main beam lights) should be undertaken by a Skoda dealer. Storage compartment light - front pas- Overview of bulbs senger side...
  • Page 215 For vehicles with a 2.0 litre/85 kW engine, we recommend that you have at the front the light bulbs for the main beam lights, low beam lights and parking lights changed by a Skoda dealer. Fig. 154 Front head- light: Installing the light...
  • Page 216 Fuses and light bulbs Main beam – Get the headlight setting checked by a Skoda dealer after replacing the light bulb. Parking light at the front Fig. 155 Structure of the light bulb of the main beam light – Open the bonnet.
  • Page 217 – Close the sprung wire clamp over the plate and engage it headlight. again. – Plug in plug – Get the headlight setting checked by a Skoda dealer after Low beam replacing the light bulb. Turn signal light (at the front) Fig.
  • Page 218 Fuses and light bulbs – Insert the new light bulb and turn it fully to the right. – Insert the lamp holder with new light bulb into the headlight. Secure the lamp holder by turning it to the right. Fog lights* Fig.
  • Page 219 Fuses and light bulbs – Close the sprung wire clamp over the lamp plate. Press – Push in a knife or screwdriver from the side between the light ⇒ fig. together the sprung wire clamp and lock together again. and the glove compartment 161.
  • Page 220 Fuses and light bulbs – Take the faulty light bulb out of the interior light and insert a Front door warning light* new one. – Pull the light bulb out of its holder and insert the new one. – Press the diffusion disk back into the housing until it clicks into place (ensure that it is in the right position).
  • Page 221 Fuses and light bulbs Rear light unit Rear light unit (estate car, sedan) Fig. 166 Remove the Fig. 165 Remove light light bulb holder bulb holder (estate car, sedan) – Open the boot lid/luggage compartment door. – Open the boot lid/luggage compartment door. –...
  • Page 222 Fuses and light bulbs Luggage compartment light Boot light (sedan) Fig. 167 Remove the Fig. 168 Remove the luggage compartment boot light (sedan) light – Open the tailgate and remove the luggage compartment cover. ⇒ fig. – Insert a screwdriver into the slot under the light 168.
  • Page 223 Fuses and light bulbs...

  • Page 224: Technical Data

    General Technical Data General Identification data Vehicle identification number (vehicle body number) The vehicle identification number is stamped into the engine compartment on the right hand shock absorber dome. This number is also located on the lower left hand edge below the windscreen. Engine number The engine number is stamped into the engine block.
  • Page 225 General • Please note that the information stated in the official vehicle regis- tration documents always takes priority.

  • Page 226: Fabia Praktik

    Praktik Fabia Praktik Praktik The fold-away storage compartment WARNING The storage compartment must always be closed when driving for safety reasons. Lashing eyes Fig. 170 Detail of the headliner: The fold- away storage compart- ment The storage compartment can be used to store light objects (up to ca.

  • Page 227: Fixing The Loading Area Floor In Place

    Praktik WARNING • The load to be transported must be fixed in place in such a way that it cannot move during the journey and when braking. • The left door of the loading area on vehicles fitted with Praktik equipment for certain countries cannot be opened for safety reasons.

  • Page 228: Index

    Index Index Bonnet ......171 Child safety seats ISOFIX system ....138 Brake Abroad .
  • Page 229 Index Direction indicators ....54 Exterior mirrors ..... . . 62 Heating .
  • Page 230 Index Note holder ......78 Lashing eyes ......70 Rear fog light .
  • Page 231 Index Setting temperature The battery ......181 Heating ......87 Charging .
  • Page 232 Škoda Auto is constantly working on the further development of all types and models. Please understand that, for this reason, chan- ges to the scope of supply in terms of shape, equipment and engineering may be introduced at any time. It is therefore not possible to derive any claims from the information, illustrations and descriptions contained in this Owner ´...
  • Page 233 The noise level and wear and tear are also infl u- Make your contribution - for the sake of enced by how you personally handle your vehi- www.skoda-auto.com cle. This Owner ´ s Manual tells you how to drive the environment.

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