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  • Page 1 ŠKODA Fabia 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. That is why, we recommend that you read this Owner's Manual attentively to enable you to become familiar with your car and all that it offers as quickly as possible.
  • Page 3 Introduction On-board literature The other chapters of the Owner's Manual are also important, however, for proper treatment of your car - in addition to regular care and mainte- The on-board literature for your vehicle consists of this “Owner's nance - helps to retain its value and in many cases is also one of the Manual”...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Layout of this Owner's Manual Lights and Visibility Shifting (manual gearbox) ..........Handbrake .
  • Page 5 Contents Transporting children safely Fuel Identification details ......... . .
  • Page 6 Contents Using the system Safety Driving Tips General Maintenance Breakdown assistance Technical data...
  • Page 7: Layout Of This Owner's Manual (Explanations)

    Layout of this Owner's Manual (explanations) Layout of this Owner's Manual (explanations) The Owner's Manual has been systematically designed, in order to make it easy for WARNING you to find and absorb the information you require. The most important notes are marked with the heading WARNING. These Chapters, table of contents and subject index WARNING notes draw your attention to a serious risk of accident or injury.
  • Page 8: Using The System

    Using the system Using the system Safety Driving Tips General Maintenance Breakdown assistance Technical data...
  • Page 9 Cockpit Fig. 1 Cockpit...
  • Page 10: Cockpit

    Cockpit Cockpit General view 45, 48 Light switch and headlamp beam adjustment ....Release lever engine compartment lid ......This overview will help you to quickly familiarise yourself with the Lever for adjusting the steering wheel .
  • Page 11: Quick Reference Guide

    Quick Reference Guide Quick Reference Guide Basic functions and important information Setting steering wheel position Introduction The chapter of the brief instruction is used as a quick reference of the most important operating elements of the vehicle. It is necessary to observe all the information which is contained in the following chapters of the Owner's Manual.
  • Page 12 Quick Reference Guide Seat belt height adjuster Adjusting a seat in a forward/back direction Adjusting height of seat Adjust the angle of the seat backrest Further information  page 56, “Adjusting the front seats - Variant 1” and  page 57, “Adjusting the front seats - Variant 2”. WARNING Only adjust the driver seat when the vehicle is stationary - risk of injury! Fig.
  • Page 13 Quick Reference Guide Switching lights on and off Turn signal light right Turn signal light left Switching over between low beam and main beam lights Headlight flasher Further information  page 49, “The turn signal   and main beam lever ”. Windscreen wiper lever Fig.
  • Page 14 Quick Reference Guide Power windows – Hold the fuel tank cap of the fuel filler tube with one hand and unlock it by turning with the vehicle key to the left. – Unscrew the fuel filler cap anti-clockwise and place the fuel filler cap from above on the fuel filler flap ...
  • Page 15 Quick Reference Guide Opening the bonnet Fig. 13 Radiator grille: Locking lever/securing the bonnet with the bonnet support  fig. 13 – Pull on the locking lever - left, the bonnet is then unlocked. – Take the bonnet support out of its holder and set it in the opening designed for ...
  • Page 16: Instruments And Warning Lights

    Instruments and warning lights Instruments and warning lights Overview of the instrument cluster Fig. 15 Instrument cluster Engine revolutions counter  page 15 Button for:  Reset trip counter for distance driven Display  with counter for distance driven  page 16 ...
  • Page 17: Speedometer

    Instruments and warning lights For the sake of the environment Caution Shifting to a higher gear in good time helps to reduce the fuel consumption, mini- Additional headlights and other attached components in front of the fresh air inlet mises operating noise levels, protects the environment and contributes to a longer impair the cooling efficiency of the coolant.
  • Page 18: Service Reminder

    Instruments and warning lights Counter for distance driven The following is displayed in the information display: The counter for distance driven indicates the total distance in kilometers or miles Service in ... km or... days. which the vehicle has been driven. The kilometre indicator or the days indicator reduces in steps of 100 km.
  • Page 19: Digital Clock

    Instruments and warning lights Gearshift indicator for changing gears Caution We recommend that you do not reset the Service Interval Display yourself other- wise this can result in the service interval display being incorrectly set, which may also result in problems with operation of your vehicle. Note ...
  • Page 20 Instruments and warning lights Single-trip memory (memory 1)  page 20 Range The single-trip memory collates the driving information from the moment the igni-  page 21 Distance driven tion is switched on until it is switched off. New data will also flow into the calcula- tion of the current driving information if the trip is continued within 2 hours after Average speed ...
  • Page 21 Instruments and warning lights Selecting the functions Driving time – Press the top or bottom rocker switch for longer than 0.5 seconds. In this The driving time which has elapsed since the memory was last erased, appears in way, call up in sequence the individual functions of the multi-functional indi- the display ...
  • Page 22 Instruments and warning lights Warning against excessive speeds The readout is shown in steps of 10 km. After lighting up of the indicator light for the fuel reserve the display is shown in steps of 5 km. This function enables you to set a speed limit and will notify you when this speed The fuel consumption for the last 50 km is taken as a basis for calculating the range.
  • Page 23: Maxi Dot Display (Information Display)

    Instruments and warning lights Main menu WARNING Pay attention primarily to the traffic situation! As the driver you are fully respon- sible for road safety. MAXI DOT display (information display) Introduction Fig. 20 Information display: Control The information display provides you with information in a convenient way elements concerning the current operating state of your vehicle.
  • Page 24: Auto Check Control

    Instruments and warning lights  If you do not activate the information display at that moment, the menu shifts If a fault occurs, a warning signal will also sound in addition to the symbol and text to one level higher every 10 seconds. in the display: ...
  • Page 25 Instruments and warning lights Set-up Second speed Here you can switch on the display of the second speed in mph or in km/h You can change certain settings by means of the information display. The current Service setting is shown on the information display in the respective menu at the top below the line.
  • Page 26: Warning Lights

    Instruments and warning lights Warning lights Overview The warning lights indicate certain functions or faults. Fig. 21 Instrument cluster with warning lights   Fog lights  page 27  page 26 Turn signal lights (to the left)   Electrohydraulic power steering ...
  • Page 27 Instruments and warning lights  WARNING  page 28 Engine oil   If you do not pay attention to the warning lights coming on and the corre- sponding descriptions and warning notes, this may result in severe body injuries or major vehicle damage.
  • Page 28 Instruments and warning lights Bulb failure  WARNING The warning light  comes on if a bulb is faulty: Contact your specialist garage if the power steering is defective.  up to 2 seconds after the ignition is switched on; ...
  • Page 29 Instruments and warning lights Coolant temperature/coolant quantity   The following text will be displayed in the information display: Please refuel! Range...km . The warning light lights up until the engine reaches operating temperature  Avoid running at high engine speeds, at full throttle and at severe engine loads. Engine oil ...
  • Page 30 Instruments and warning lights In this case have the engine inspected without delay by a specialist garage. system selects an emergency programme which enables you to drive to the nearest specialist garage by adopting a gentle style of driving. The following text will be displayed in the information display: Oil sensor workshop! .
  • Page 31 Instruments and warning lights Traction control system (TCS)  Antilock brake system (ABS)  The warning light  comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on. The warning light  shows the functionality of the ABS. The warning light comes on when driving when a control cycle is activated.
  • Page 32 Instruments and warning lights The following text will be displayed in the information display: There is a fault in the system if the warning light does not go out or comes on or flashes while driving  . This also applies if the warning light does not come on Brake fluid Owner's manual .
  • Page 33 Instruments and warning lights In order to clean the diesel particlulate filter, the vehicle should be driven at an even If the seat belt has not been fastened by the driver or front passenger, a permanent speed of at least 60 km/h at engine speeds of 1 800 - 2 500 rpm for at least warning signal sounds at vehicle speeds greater than 20 km/h and simultaneously 15 minutes or until the warning light goes out with the 4th or 5th gear engaged the warning light...
  • Page 34: Unlocking And Locking

    Unlocking and locking Unlocking and locking Vehicle keys Note Please approach an authorised Škoda Service Partner if you lose a key since he can Description obtain a new one for you. Changing the battery in the remote control key Fig. 22 Set of keys without remote control/Keys with remote control key Two keys are provided with the vehicle.
  • Page 35: Locking/Unlocking

    Unlocking and locking  The door opens upon actuating the door-opening lever again. For the sake of the environment Dispose of a used battery in accordance with environmental regulations. Note  The opened door cannot be locked with the securing knob. This prevents the Note possibility of forgetting the key in the locked vehicle.
  • Page 36: Central Locking System

    Unlocking and locking Central locking system WARNING Locking the doors prevents involuntary opening in an exceptional situation (an Description accident). Locked doors prevent unwanted entry into the vehicle from outside, for example at road crossings. Locked doors do, however, make it more difficult Unlocking or locking the vehicle causes all doors to be unlocked or locked at the for rescuers to get into the vehicle in an emergency - danger to life! same time by the central locking system.
  • Page 37 Unlocking and locking Note WARNING (continued) If the vehicle is equipped with an anti-theft alarm system, you must insert the key make it more difficult for rescuers to get into the vehicle in an emergency - into the ignition lock and switch the ignition on within 15 seconds after unlocking hazard! the door in order to deactivate the anti-theft alarm system.
  • Page 38 Unlocking and locking Locking all doors and the boot lid Emergency locking of the doors – Press button  page 36, fig. 26. The symbol  in the button comes on. Unlocking all doors and the boot lid  page 36, fig. –...
  • Page 39: Remote Control

    Unlocking and locking Opening the boot lid Emergency unlocking of the boot lid – In vehicles with central locking press the button in the driver's door  page 37,  page 37, fig. 28 fig. 28 - left and open the boot lid in the direction of arrow right.
  • Page 40 Unlocking and locking Folding out of the key Note – Press button  The remote control is automatically deactivated when the ignition is switched Folding up of the key  The operation of the remote control may temporarily be affected by interfer- –...
  • Page 41: Anti-Theft Alarm System

    Unlocking and locking This means it is necessary to synchronise the code as follows: An alarm is immediately triggered if either of the two battery terminals is discon- nected while the anti-theft alarm system is activated.  Press any button on the remote control. ...
  • Page 42: Electrical Power Windows

    Unlocking and locking Switch off the interior monitor and towing protection monitoring The power windows operate only when ignition is switched on. – Switch off the ignition. Opening a window – Open the driver door. – A window is opened by pressing lightly on the respective button in the door. The ...
  • Page 43 Unlocking and locking is stopped. During this time it is not possible to automatically close the window. The WARNING (continued) force limiter is still switched on.  The system is fitted with a force limiter  page 42. If there is an obstacle, the The force limiter is only switched off, if you attempt to close the window within the next 10 seconds - the window closes now with full strength! closing process is stopped and the window goes down by several centimetres.
  • Page 44: Electric Sliding/Tilting Roof

    Unlocking and locking Electric sliding/tilting roof Operational faults Electrically operated power windows do not operate Description If the battery of the car has been disconnected and then reconnected, the electri- cally operated power windows do not operate. The system must be activated. Proceed as follows in order to re-establish the function: ...
  • Page 45: Convenience Operation

    Unlocking and locking When the sliding/tilting roof is in the comfort position, the intensity of the wind WARNING noise is much less. Close the sliding/tilting roof carefully - risk of injury! The force limiter does not The sun screen is also opened automatically when the roof slides open. You can slide the sun screen into the opened or closed position by hand when the operate with the convenience closing.
  • Page 46: Lights And Visibility

    Lights and Visibility Lights and Visibility Lights WARNING (continued) oncoming traffic. In this case, always switch on the low beam when it is dark or Switching lights on and off  if visibility is poor. Note  In vehicles with separate lights for daylight driving lights (in the bumper below the main headlights) these lights also serve as side lights.
  • Page 47 Lights and Visibility  fig. 35 Halogen projector headlights with cornering light function – Switch on the switch for daylight driving lights - right. Deactivating daylight driving lights For a better cornering illumination, the halogen projector headlights with cornering light function are set in the optimal position in line with the vehicle speed and the –...
  • Page 48 Lights and Visibility Deactivating tourist light Fog lights with the function “CORNER” Before deactivating the tourist light, the following conditions must be met: The fog lights with the function “CORNER” are designed for a better Ignition switched off, light switched off (light switch in the position O), control dial illumination of the surrounding area near the vehicle when corning, for the headlamp beam adjustment in the position 3, no gear engaged or selector parking etc.
  • Page 49 Lights and Visibility Switch for hazard warning lights  Caution The rear fog light should only be switched on if visibility is particularly poor (conform with any varying legal provisions) to avoid dazzling vehicles behind your vehicle. Headlamp range adjustment ...
  • Page 50: Interior Lighting

    Lights and Visibility The turn signal   and main beam lever  – Push the lever up or down - the right-hand or left-hand parking light is switched The parking lights and headlight flasher are also switched on and off Information concerning the function of the lights.
  • Page 51 Lights and Visibility Door contact switching mechanism (front and rear doors) interior vehicle lighting - version 2 – Press the switch in the direction of the centre of the light, the symbol   page 49, fig. 40 appears. Switching the interior light on –...
  • Page 52: Visibility

    Lights and Visibility Lighting of the storage box on front passenger side For the sake of the environment As soon as the window is de-iced or free from mist, the heating should be switched – When opening the flap of the storage box on the front passenger side the off.
  • Page 53: Windshield Wiper And Wash System

    Lights and Visibility Windshield wiper and wash system – Release the lever. The windscreen wash system stops and the wiper continues for another 1 - 3 wiper strokes (depending on the period of spraying of the wind- screen). Windshield wiper Wiping the rear window pane You can operate the windscreen wipers and automatic wipe/wash ...
  • Page 54 Lights and Visibility Replacing the wiper blades for the windscreen wipers Caution In frosty weather, please first of all check whether the windscreen wiper blades are not frozen to the windscreen before switching them on. Switching on windscreen wipers when the windscreen wiper blades are frozen to the windscreen may result in damage both to the windscreen wiper blades and the motor of the windscreen wipers! Note...
  • Page 55: Rear-View Mirror

    Lights and Visibility Replacing the rear window wiper blade- version 2 WARNING (continued)  Replace the windscreen wiper blades once or twice a year for safety reasons. Windscreen wiper blades are available at specialist garages. Replacing the rear window wiper blade- version 1 Fig.
  • Page 56 Lights and Visibility Rear mirror Note  You can adjust the exterior mirrors electrically. The exterior mirror heater only operates when the engine is running.  Do not touch the surfaces of the exterior mirrors if the exterior mirror heater is switched on.
  • Page 57: Seats And Stowage

    Seats and Stowage Seats and Stowage Front seats WARNING (continued)  Ensure that there are no objects in the footwell as any objects may get Basic information behind the pedals during a driving or braking manoeuvre. You would then no longer be able to operate the clutch, to brake or accelerate.
  • Page 58: Head Restraints

    Seats and Stowage Adjust the angle of the seat backrest The seat backrest on the driver's seat should be adjusted in such a way that the upper point of the steering wheel can be easily reached with slightly bent arms. –...
  • Page 59: Heating The Front Seats

    Seats and Stowage Heating the front seats Adjusting the height of a head restraint – Grasp the side of the head restraint with both hands and push it in upward direc-  fig. 52 tion as desired - left. – Move the head restraint downwards if required by pressing and holding the ...
  • Page 60: Rear Seats

    Seats and Stowage Move seats into the initial position Note – Install the head restraint in the slightly lifted seat backrest. The seat heating should only be switched on when the engine is running. This has a significant effect of saving on the battery capacity. –...
  • Page 61: Pedals

    Seats and Stowage – The rear head restraints can be inserted into the relevant holes of the folded WARNING (continued) forward seat cushions.  Do not place any footmats or other additional floor coverings in the area of Removing seat squabs the pedals in order to ensure that all the pedals can be fully depressed and are able to return unobstructed to their initial position - risk of accident! ...
  • Page 62  page 111, “Correct seated position for the occupants on the rear seats”. Fig. 57 Luggage compartment: Lashing eyes and fastening elements (Fabia)/(Combi)  If the rear seats next to the folded forward seat are occupied, ensure maximum safety, e.g.
  • Page 63 Fixing nets - Net programme Folding hooks Fig. 59 Luggage compartment: folding hook (Fabia) Fig. 58 Fixing net: double horizontal pocket, floor fixing net/double vertical pockets Folding hooks for attaching small items of luggage, such as bags etc., are provided ...
  • Page 64 Seats and Stowage Further positions of the luggage compartment cover The luggage compartment cover can be removed if you want to transport bulky goods. You can use the luggage compartment cover behind the head  page 62, fig. – Unhook the support straps restraints for storing light and soft items.
  • Page 65: Variable Loading Floor In The Luggage Compartment

    Seats and Stowage Variable loading floor in the luggage compartment Foldable luggage compartment cover (Combi) (Combi) Remove variable loading floor Fig. 62 Luggage compartment: foldable luggage compartment cover/removing foldable luggage compartment cover Pulling out Fig. 63 Luggage compartment: Fold up variable loading floor/remove –...
  • Page 66 Seats and Stowage – Press both check points on each carrier rail up to the stop. WARNING – Check the attachment of the carrier rails by pulling it. Pay attention when installing that the carrier rails and the variable loading floor are correctly fixed, otherwise the occupants are at risk.
  • Page 67: Luggage Net Partition (Combi)

    Seats and Stowage Luggage net partition (Combi) WARNING  Ensure that the seat backrest on the rear seats is securely interlocked in Use the luggage net partition behind the rear seats position when the vehicle is fitted with three-point safety belts for the middle rear seat.
  • Page 68: Bicycle Holder In The Luggage Compartment

    Seats and Stowage Bicycle holder in the luggage compartment – Hold the cross rod in such a way that the luggage net partition can roll up slowly and without damage into the housing – Fold the rear seats back into its original position. Install cross member WARNING First check for yourself that the cross road is inserted into the mounts...
  • Page 69 Seats and Stowage Install bicycle carrier – Slacken the quick tension jack on the fixing axle of the bicycle carrier and adjust according to the width of the bicycle fork. – Fit the bicycle fork onto the fixing axle and tighten with the quick tension jack ...
  • Page 70: Roof Rack

    Seats and Stowage Roof rack Secure the stability of the bicycles with a strap General information Caution  Only use roof racks approved by Škoda Auto.  If you use other roof rack systems or if the roof bars are not properly fitted, then any damage which may result to your car is not covered by the warranty agree- ments.
  • Page 71: Front Cup Holder

    Seats and Stowage Front cup holder Installing – Insert the attachment points of the roof rack into the mounts of the body so that the pins of the attachment points grasp into the holes of the body. Note  Pay attention to the information regarding assembly and disassembly in the attached instructions.
  • Page 72: Rear Cup Holder

    Seats and Stowage Rear cup holder Parking ticket holder Fig. 76 Windscreen: Parking ticket Fig. 75 Centre console: Cup holder holder You can place one cup or beverage can into the recess  fig. The parking ticket holder is designed e.g. for attaching car park tickets in car parks. The parking ticket must be removed before starting off in order not to restrict the driver's vision.
  • Page 73: Cigarette Lighters And Power Sockets

    Seats and Stowage WARNING WARNING  Never lay flammable objects in the ashtray basin - risk of fire! Take care when using the cigarette lighter! Not paying proper attention or incorrect use the cigarette lighter in an uncontrolled manner may result in burns. ...
  • Page 74: Storage Compartments

    Seats and Stowage Further information  page 174, “Accessories, changes and replacement of Storage compartments on the front passenger side parts”. Storage compartments Overview You will find the following storage facilities in your vehicle:  page 73 Fig. 80 Dash panel: Storage compart- Storage compartments on the front passenger side ments on the front passenger side ...
  • Page 75 Seats and Stowage Cooling of storage compartment on front passenger side Stowage compartment for spectacles The storage compartment can be fitted for vehicles with an air- conditioning system with a closable inlet for cooled air. Fig. 83 Detail of the headliner: Stowage compartment for spectacles Fig.
  • Page 76 Seats and Stowage Storage compartment in the front seat Opening stowage compartment – Press the top button and fold up the cover of the storage compartment  fig. 86 on the right. Note The moving space of the arms can be restricted if the armrest is folded down. In city traffic the armrest should not be folded down.
  • Page 77: Clothes Hooks

    Seats and Stowage Removeable storage compartments in the luggage compartment – Press the upper corners to the inside and release the storage compartment by pulling upwards. – Take it out by pulling towards the middle of the vehicle. Installing – Insert both ends of the flexible storage compartment into the openings of the right side trim panel of the luggage compartment and push it downwards until it locks.
  • Page 78: Heating And Air Conditioning System

    Heating and air conditioning system Heating and air conditioning system Introduction which can only be eliminated through considerable effort and expense (replace- ment of compressor).  Please refer to the information regarding the recirculated air mode for heating Description and information ...
  • Page 79: Air Outlet Vents

    Heating and air conditioning system Air outlet vents Heating The information provided is valid for all vehicles. Using the system The heating system delivers air into the interior of the vehicle and warms it as required. Fig. 91 Heating: Control elements Fig.
  • Page 80 Heating and air conditioning system All controls apart from the control dial can be set to any desired intermediate Note position. If the air distribution is positioned towards the windows, the total amount of air is The blower should aways be on to prevent the windows from misting up. used to defrost the windows and thus no air will be fed to the footwell.
  • Page 81: Air Conditioning System (Manual Temperature Control)

    Heating and air conditioning system  Recirculated air mode engine running,  outside temperature above approx. +2 °C and In recirculated air mode air is sucked out of the interior of the vehicle  blower switch switched on (positions 1 to 4). and then fed back into the interior.
  • Page 82 Heating and air conditioning system Control for air distribution – You can adjust the direction of the inlet air flow using control switching cooling on and off  page 80, fig. – Press the button 92. The warning light lights up in the button.
  • Page 83 Heating and air conditioning system Setting air conditioning system Recommended basic settings of the control elements of the air conditioning system for the respective operating modes: Setting of the control dial Button Set-up Air outlet vents 4 Defrost windscreen and side Is activated automati- Desired tempera- Open and align with the side...
  • Page 84: Climatronic (Automatic Air Conditioning)

    Heating and air conditioning system Recirculated air mode Description of Climatronic system The cooling operates only if the following conditions are met: In recirculated air mode air is sucked out of the interior of the vehicle  engine running, and then fed back into the interior. ...
  • Page 85: Setting Temperature

    Heating and air conditioning system Buttons/control dial – Press the button AUTO , AUTO appears in the display. Setting the interior temperature The automatic mode is switched off by pressing the button for the air distribution The displays or increasing or decreasing the blower speed. The temperature is nevertheless regulated.
  • Page 86 Heating and air conditioning system  page 83, fig. 93 – Turn the control dial to the left (reduce blower speed) or right (increase blower speed). If you switch off the blower, the Climatronic is switched off. WARNING  “Stale air” may result in fatigue in the driver and occupants, reduce attention levels and also cause the windows to mist up.
  • Page 87: Starting-Off And Driving

    Starting-off and Driving Starting-off and Driving Setting steering wheel position WARNING (continued)  When driving, hold the steering wheel with both hands firmly on the outer edge in the 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock position. Never hold the steering wheel firmly in the 12 o'clock position or in another way (e.g.
  • Page 88: Starting The Engine

    Starting-off and Driving Starting the engine Applies to all models: Position General To lock the steering, with the ignition key withdrawn, turn the steering wheel until the steering locking pin is heard to engage. You should always lock the steering as You can only start the engine only using an original ignition key.
  • Page 89: Switching Off The Engine

    Starting-off and Driving  Contact the nearest specialist garage to obtain professional assistance. For the sake of the environment Starting the engine after fuel tank has run dry Never warm up the engine when the vehicle is standing. Drive off right away. When driving the engine reaches its operating temperature more rapidly and the pollutant It may take longer than normal to start the engine after refuelling if the fuel tank emissions are lower.
  • Page 90: Shifting (Manual Gearbox)

    Starting-off and Driving Shifting (manual gearbox) Handbrake Fig. 96 Shift pattern on models fitted with 5-speed manual gearbox Fig. 97 Centre console: Handbrake Shift into reverse only when the car is stationary. Depress the clutch pedal and hold Applying the handbrake it fully depressed.
  • Page 91: Parking Aid

    Starting-off and Driving see the owner's manual for the radio or radio navigation system. This makes it Caution easier to hear the parking aid. After the car has come to a stop, always first of all apply the handbrake firmly before Activating then additionally engaging a gear (manual gearbox) or moving the selector lever into position P (automatic gearbox).
  • Page 92: Cruise Control System (Ccs)

    Starting-off and Driving Cruise control system (CCS) Storing a speed Introduction The cruise control system (CCS) maintains a constant speed, more than 30 km/h (20 mph), once it has been set, without you having to depress the accelerator pedal. This is only possible within the range which is permitted by the power output and braking power of the engine.
  • Page 93: Start-Stop

    Starting-off and Driving Changing a stored speed WARNING You can also change the speed of the vehicle without depressing the First ensure that it is not too high for the traffic conditions which exist at that accelerator. moment before resuming the stored speed. Faster Switching off the cruise control system completely –...
  • Page 94 Starting-off and Driving Activating and deactivating the “START-STOP” system Conditions that enable an automatic engine start (start phase) You can deactivate and reactivate the “START-STOP” system by pressing the The clutch pedal is pressed  page 92, fig. button 100. The temperature setting is changed to min./max.
  • Page 95 Starting-off and Driving Caution If the “START-STOP” system is used at very high outside temperatures over a longer period of time, the vehicle battery can be damaged. Note  A change in ambient temperature can affect the temperature inside the battery with several hours delay.
  • Page 96: Automatic Gearbox

    Automatic gearbox Automatic gearbox Automatic gearbox It is sufficient to engage selector lever position P when parking on a flat surface. When parking on a slope you should first apply the handbrake firmly and then move the selector lever into position P. This is to ensure that there is no excessive pres- Information for driving with the 6-speed automatic gearbox sure acting on the lock mechanism and that it is easier to subsequently move the selector lever out of position P.
  • Page 97 Automatic gearbox Starting-off and Driving WARNING – Depress the brake pedal fully and keep it depressed.  Do not depress the accelerator when changing the position of the selector – Press the Shiftlock button (button in handle of the selector lever), move the lever if the car is stationary and the engine is running - risk of accident! selector lever into the desired position, e.g.
  • Page 98 Automatic gearbox on the right. In the positions D and S the gear you have already engaged will be The gearbox does not shift into the 6th gear in the position S, because the additionally displayed on the display. maximum speed is reached with the 5th gear The Shiftlock on the selector lever grip must be pressed when moving the selector - Parklock lever out of the position D into the position S.
  • Page 99 Automatic gearbox Shiftlock button Adopting a sporty style of driving with rapid movements of the accelerator pedal combined with sharp acceleration and frequent changes in speed, exploiting the The Shiftlock button in the handle of selector lever prevents certain selector lever top speed of the car or depressing the accelerator pedal (kickdown function), will positions being engaged inadvertently.
  • Page 100: Emergency Programme

    Automatic gearbox Shifting up gears Shifting down gears – One-touch forward of the selector lever (in the Tiptronic position)  page 98, – Press the left rocker switch  fig. 103 for the multifunction steering wheel. fig. 102 Temporarily switching over to manual shifting Shifting down gears –...
  • Page 101 Automatic gearbox In case of interruption of the power supply (e.g. flat vehicle battery, defective fuse) or defect of the selector lever lock, the selector lever can no longer be shifted from the position P in the normal way and the vehicle can no longer be moved. The selector lever must be unlocked in case of emergency.
  • Page 102: Communication

    Communication Communication Multifunction steering wheel Operate radio und radio navigation system on the multifunction steering wheel The buttons for setting the basic functions of the factory-fitted radio and naviga- tion system are located on the multifunction steering wheel  fig. 105.
  • Page 103: Universal Telephone Preinstallation Gsm Ii

    Communication On vehicles which are equipped with the universal telephone preinstallation GSM II, pressing the button only allows to operate the telephone. The buttons apply for the respective operating mode of the current radio or radio WARNING (continued) navigation system. ...
  • Page 104 Communication – If the hands-free system announces (as standard SKODA_BT) on the display of Note the mobile phone, enter the PIN (as standard 1234) within 30 seconds and wait  until the connection is established Please refer to the following guidelines  page 102, “Mobile phones and two- way radio systems”.
  • Page 105 Communication – Insert the mobile phone into the adapter (as specified in manufacturer's WARNING instructions). ® In the event of air transport, the Bluetooth function of the hands-free system Removing the mobile phone and adapter must be switched off by a specialist garage! –...
  • Page 106 Communication Operation of the telephone on the multifunction steering wheel The driver can set the basic functions of the telephone by simply operating the buttons located on the steering wheel so that he can concentrate on the traffic situation without being distracted as little as possible by operating the telephone ...
  • Page 107: Voice Control

    Communication Operate the telephone via the information display Visibility - Switching on the visibility of the telephone unit for other devices  Media player  In the menu Phone you can choose from the following menu items: Active device  Phone book Paired devices ...
  • Page 108 Communication  Voice commands During the dialogue avoid additional noise in the vehicle, e.g. simultaneously talking occupants.  Do not speak, if the system makes an announcement. Basic voice commands for operating the telephone control unit  The microphone for voice control is inserted in the moulded headliner and Voice command Action directed to the driver and front passenger.
  • Page 109: Music Playback Via Bluetooth

    Communication Inputs AUX-IN and MDI Call name Switch on the voice operation  page 107, “Switch on voice control (dialogue)”. – The input AUX-IN is located below the armrest of the front seats and is marked with  – Give the command CALL XYZ after the signal tone. The input MDI is located in the front below the front passenger storage compart- Example for calling the name from the phone book ment.
  • Page 110: Safety

    Passive Safety Safety Passive Safety  Basic information Front airbag for the driver and front passenger;  Side airbags;  Head airbags; Driving the safe way  anchoring points for child seat using the “ISOFIX” system; Passive safety measures reduce the risk of injury in accident situa- ...
  • Page 111: Correct Seated Position

    Passive Safety  Correct seated position Point out to your occupants that the head restraints must be adjusted to match their body size.  Protect the children in suitable child seats with correctly fastened seat belts Correct seated position for the driver ...
  • Page 112 Passive Safety WARNING (continued) WARNING (continued) correctly fastened in order to provide an optimal protection for you and your correctly fastened in order to provide an optimal protection for you and your occupants. occupants.   The driver must maintain a distance of at least 25 cm to the steering wheel The front passenger must maintain a distance of at least 25 cm to the dash ...
  • Page 113 Passive Safety WARNING (continued) WARNING   If the occupant adopts an incorrect seated position, he is exposed to life- If the occupants on the rear seats are not sitting upright, the risk of injury is threatening injuries, in case he is hit by a deployed airbag. increased due to incorrect routing of the seat belt.
  • Page 114: Seat Belts

    Seat belts Seat belts Why seat belts? WARNING (continued)  It is important for the belt webbing to be properly routed if the seat belts are to offer the maximum protection. You can see a description of how safety belts should be fitted properly on the next pages.
  • Page 115: Important Safety Information Regarding The Use Of Seat Belts

    Seat belts The common opinion that it is possible to support your body in a minor accident with WARNING (continued) your hands, is incorrect. Even in a collision at only a low speed, the forces acting on the body are such that it is no longer possible to support your body. ...
  • Page 116: How Are Seat Belts Correctly Fastened

    Seat belts How are seat belts correctly fastened? WARNING (continued)  The lap part of the belt should be positioned as low as possible at the pelvis Fastening three-point seat belts of an expectant mother in order to avoid exerting any pressure on the lower Fasten your seat belt before starting! abdomen ...
  • Page 117: Belt Tensioner

    Seat belts The fastened three-point seat belt is automatically tensioned in the event of a WARNING frontal or side collision of a certain severity. Adjust the height of the belt in such a way that the shoulder part of the seat belt Belt tensioners are not activated in the event of minor frontal collisions, side and is positioned approximately across the middle of your shoulder - on no account rear-end collisions, in the case of a rollover and also not in accidents in which no...
  • Page 118: Airbag System

    Airbag system Airbag system Description of the airbag system WARNING  To enable the occupants of a vehicle to be protected with the greatest General information on the airbag system possible effect when the airbag is deployed, the front seats must be  page 110, “Correct seated position”...
  • Page 119: Front Airbags

    Airbag system Front airbags The airbags are not deployed in the case of minor frontal and side collisions, rear- end collisions, tilting of the vehicle and vehicle rollover. Description of the front airbags Deployment factors It is not possible to state globally which deployment conditions apply to the airbag The airbag system is not a substitute for the seat belt! system in every situation as the circumstances which exist in the case of accidents vary greatly.
  • Page 120 Airbag system Function of the front airbags Important safety information regarding the front airbag system Risk of injury to the head and chest area is reduced by fully inflated Correct use of the airbag system considerably reduces the risk of airbags.
  • Page 121: Side Airbags

    Airbag system You should therefore always fasten the seat belts, not only because this is required WARNING (continued) by law, but also for safety reasons and for your own protection  page 113, “Why seat belts?”. attached to the covers of the airbag modules or be located within the immediate area.
  • Page 122: Head Airbags

    Airbag system Important safety information on the side airbag WARNING (continued) Correct use of the airbag system considerably reduces the risk of  Any work on the side airbag system including removing and installing system injury! components because of other repair work (e.g. removing seats) must only be carried out by a specialist garage.
  • Page 123 Airbag system Function of the head airbags Important safety information on the head airbag The risk of injury to the head and neck area is reduced in the event Correct use of the airbag system considerably reduces the risk of of a side collision by fully inflated head airbags.
  • Page 124: Deactivating Airbags

    Airbag system If the airbag was switched off using the airbag switch on the side of the dash WARNING (continued) panel:   Any work on the head airbag system including installing and removing the airbag indicator light in the instrument cluster comes on for about 3 seconds each time the ignition is switched on;...
  • Page 125 Airbag system Switching on an airbag – Switch off the ignition. – Turn the slot of the airbag switch using the ignition key in the opposite direction  page 123, fig. 122 of the arrow to the position ON - left. –...
  • Page 126: Transporting Children Safely

    Transporting children safely Transporting children safely What you should know about transporting children! Note National legal provisions, which deviate from the information contained in these An introduction to the subject operating instructions, take precedence over the information contained in the oper- ating instructions.
  • Page 127 Transporting children safely WARNING (continued) WARNING   Warning - particular hazard! Never use a child safety seat on the front It is important that the belt webbing is properly routed if the seat belts are to offer their maximum protection  page 115, “How are seat belts correctly passenger seat in which the child is seated with its back facing the direction of travel.
  • Page 128: Child Seat

    Transporting children safely Child safety and side airbag WARNING (continued) Children must never be seated in the deployment area of the side  When transporting a child on the front passenger seat, please comply with airbags and head airbags. the appropriate national regulations regarding the use of child safety seats. ...
  • Page 129 Transporting children safely Use of child seats WARNING  An overview of the usefulness of child seats on each of the seats according to the It is essential to always switch off the front passenger airbag at a specialist ECE-R 44 standard: garage or with the switch for front passenger airbag when attaching in excep- tional circumstances a child safety seat on the front passenger seat where the child is seated with its back facing in direction of travel ...
  • Page 130 Transporting children safely WARNING WARNING (continued)  it must not run over the belly. Tighten the belt webbing over your hip if neces- It is essential to always switch off the front passenger airbag at a specialist sary. garage or with the switch for front passenger airbag when attaching in excep- ...
  • Page 131: Attaching A Child Seat Using The "Isofix" System

    Transporting children safely Attaching a child seat using the “ISOFIX” system WARNING (continued)  Ask an authorised Škoda Service Partner whether a child seat which you bought for another vehicle is recommended for use in a Škoda before using an “ISOFIX”...
  • Page 132 Transporting children safely WARNING (continued)  Pay attention to the important safety information regarding the use of child seats  page 125. Note Store the remaining part of the belt for the “Top Tether” system in a textile pocket, which is located at the child seat. Using the system Safety Driving Tips...
  • Page 133 Transporting children safely...
  • Page 134: Driving Tips

    Intelligent Technology Driving Tips Intelligent Technology Electronic stability programme (ESP) The ESP system cannot be switched off, only the TCS system can be switched off by  page 134, fig.  page 29 lights up if pressing the button 131. The warning light ...
  • Page 135 The EDL switches on again automatically as soon as the brake has cooled down. Fig. 131 TCS switch XDL function (Fabia RS and Fabia Combi RS only) The XDL function is an extension to the electronic differential lock. The XDL func-...
  • Page 136: Brakes

    Intelligent Technology The TCS should normally always be switched on. It may be good practice in certain dry the brakes as soon as possible by applying and releasing the brakes several exceptional cases, such as when you wish to have wheel slip, to switch off the times.
  • Page 137: Brake Booster

    Intelligent Technology Antilock brake system (ABS) Caution  ABS prevents the wheels locking when braking. Never allow the brakes to rub by applying slight pressure if you do not wish to brake the vehicle. This causes the brakes to overheat and can also result in a longer braking distance and excessive wear.
  • Page 138: Brake Assist

    Intelligent Technology  Uphill Start Assist Changes to vehicle (e.g. on engine, on the brakes, on chassis or another combi- nation of tyres and wheels) can influence the function of the ABS  page 174, “Accessories, changes and replacement of parts”. The uphill start assist makes it easier to start off on steep hills.
  • Page 139: Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

    Intelligent Technology  Switch on the ignition. Caution  Press button  fig. 132 for more than 2 seconds. While pressing the   Never leave the steering wheel at full lock for more than 15 seconds when the button, the warning light ...
  • Page 140: Diesel Particle Filter (Diesel Engine)

    Intelligent Technology Diesel particle filter (diesel engine) In the diesel particle filter the resulting soot particles are collected and burnt during the combustion of diesel fuel. Fig. 133 Vehicle data sticker  fig. Code 7GG, 7MB or 7MG on the vehicle data sticker, see 133, indicates that your vehicle is equipped with a diesel particle filter.
  • Page 141: Driving And The Environment

    Driving and the Environment Driving and the Environment The first 1 500 kilometres - and then afterwards Caution All the speed and engine revolution figures apply only when the engine is at its A new engine normal operating temperature. Never rev up an engine which is cold, neither when the vehicle is stationary nor when driving in individual gears.
  • Page 142: Driving In An Economical And Environmentally Conscious Manner

    Driving and the Environment Driving in an economical and environmentally For vehicles with petrol engine only refuel with unleaded petrol  page 155, – “Unleaded petrol”. conscious manner – Never run the fuel tank completely empty. – Do not switch off the ignition while you are driving the vehicle. General Do not pour too much oil into the engine ...
  • Page 143 Driving and the Environment Shifting gears and saving energy Avoiding full throttle Shifting up early saves on fuel. Driving more slowly means saving fuel. Fig. 134 Fuel consumption in litres/100 Fig. 135 Fuel consumption in litres/100 km. and speed in km/h. km.
  • Page 144 Driving and the Environment Regular servicing Avoid driving short distances A poorly tuned engine consumes an unnecessarily high amount of Short distances result in an above-average high fuel consumption. fuel. Having your vehicle serviced regularly at a specialist garge enables you to satisfy one of the requirements for economical motoring even before you set off on your journey.
  • Page 145: Environmental Compatibility

    Driving and the Environment No unnecessary ballast Design measures  Joints designed to be easily detached. Transporting ballast costs fuel.  Simplified disassembly due to the modular structure system.  Improved purity of different classes of materials. The fact that every kilogram of extra weight increases your fuel consumption ...
  • Page 146: Motoring Abroad

    Driving and the Environment You can purchase headlight stickers from the range of the Škoda original parts. Note Detailed information about the trade-in and recycling of old cars is available from a Note Škoda Service Partner. You can obtain further information regarding masking over or converting the head- lights from your specialist garage.
  • Page 147 Driving and the Environment WARNING  Driving through water, mud, sludge etc. can reduce the braking power and extend the braking distance - risk of accident!  Avoid sudden and severe braking manoeuvres immediately after driving through bodies of water. ...
  • Page 148: Towing A Trailer

    Towing a trailer Towing a trailer Towing a trailer (laden) trailer together. One should take this into account before driving up to higher altitudes. The trailer and drawbar load information on the type plate of the towing device Technical requirements are merely test data for the towing device The data relating to your vehicle, which is often less than this test data, can be found in your vehicle registration docu- Your vehicle is designed primarily for transporting persons and luggage.
  • Page 149 Towing a trailer Driving Tips The coolant temperature can be reduced by switching on the heating. Any increase in the cooling effect of the coolant fan through shifting down a gear – Do not, as far as possible, drive with your vehicle unladen and the trailer laden. and increasing the engine speed is not possible since the fan speed is independent of the engine speed.
  • Page 150: General Maintenance

    Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle General Maintenance Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle  General Frequency of use,  The parking situation (garage, below trees etc.), Proper care helps retain the value of your vehicle. ...
  • Page 151: Wax Treatment

    Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle If you have any particular attached parts fitted to your car - such as spoiler, roof rack system. It is not even permitted to wash your vehicle in certain areas except at such system, two-way radio aerial - it is best to first of all consult the operator of the car specific washing bays.
  • Page 152: Chrome Parts

    Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle Polishing Plastic parts Polishing is only necessary if the paintwork of your vehicle has become unattractive External plastic parts are cleaned by normal washing. Plastic parts and synthetic and if it is no longer possible to achieve a gloss with wax preservers. leather can also be treated with special solvent-free plastic cleaning agents if a damp cloth is not sufficient.
  • Page 153: Underbody Protection

    Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle Caution WARNING Never wipe the headlights dry and do not use any sharp objects for cleaning the One should remember when cleaning the wheels that moisture, ice and road salt plastic lenses, this may result in damage to the protective paintwork and conse- may adversely affect braking efficiency - risk of an accident! quently in formation of cracks on the headlight lenses, e.g.
  • Page 154: Care Of The Interior Of Vehicle

    Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle Severe soiling WARNING – Clean severely soiled areas with a cloth dipped in a mild soapy solution (2 spoon- Safety and environmental protection regulations should observed when using fuls of natural soap to 1 litre of water). petroleum cleaner to remove wax - a risk of fire! –...
  • Page 155 Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle breathe and keeps it supple and also provides moisture. It also creates surface protection.  Clean the leather every 2 to 3 months, remove fresh soiling each time this occurs.  Remove fresh stains such as those from ball-point pens, ink, lipstick, shoe cream etc., as quickly as possible.
  • Page 156: Fuel

    Fuel Fuel Petrol On vehicles with prescribed unleaded petrol min. 95 RON, the use of petrol with a higher octane number than 95 RON does not result in a power increase or a lower fuel consumption. Unleaded petrol Prescribed fuel - unleaded petrol 98/95 RON Your vehicle can only be operated with unleaded petrol, which complies with the Use unleaded petrol with the octane rating 98 RON.
  • Page 157: Refuelling

    Fuel You can find information on refuelling  page 156, “Refuelling”. Caution It is not permitted to add the various fuel additives on the market, including petrol, Caution to diesel fuel in order to improve its flow properties.  Your vehicle can only be operated with diesel fuel which complies with the standard EN 590 (standard DIN 51628 in Germany, standard ÖNORM C 1590 in Refuelling Austria, GOST R 52368-2005/EN 590:2004 in Russia).
  • Page 158 Fuel WARNING Pay attention to any legal requirements if you do carry a spare canister in the vehicle. We do not recommend carrying any fuel canisters in your vehicle for safety reasons. The canister can be damaged in the event of an accident and fuel may leak out.
  • Page 159: Inspecting And Replenishing

    Inspecting and Replenishing Inspecting and Replenishing Engine compartment – Ensure that the arms of the windscreen wipers are correctly in place against the windscreen before opening the bonnet otherwise damage could occur to the paintwork. Bonnet remote release  fig. 140 –...
  • Page 160 Inspecting and Replenishing WARNING WARNING (continued)  Never open the bonnet if you see that steam or coolant is flowing out of the  Do not smoke. engine compartment - risk of scalding! Wait long enough until the steam or ...
  • Page 161: Engine Oil

    Inspecting and Replenishing Oil level within range Note – You may top up the oil. It is possible that the oil level may then be within range The location of the inspection points in the engine compartment of petrol and diesel after doing this.
  • Page 162: Cooling System

    Inspecting and Replenishing Replenishing engine oil Caution You must not pour any additives into the engine oil - risk of engine damage! Inspecting the engine oil level  page 160. – Damage, which results from such product, are excluded from the warranty. –...
  • Page 163 Inspecting and Replenishing Inspecting the coolant level Coolant The cooling system is factory-filled with coolant (purple in colour), which complies with the specification TL-VW 774 G. We recommend you only replenish with the anti-freeze indicated on the coolant expansion bottle. Please contact an authorised Škoda Service Partner if you have any questions regarding the coolant or if you wish to fill up with a different coolant.
  • Page 164 Inspecting and Replenishing Caution Caution One should contact a specialist garage as soon as possible if the source of over- Do not continue your journey if for some reason it is not possible under the condi- heating itself cannot be determined and removed, since there may be grave tions prevailing to top up with coolant.
  • Page 165: Brake Fluid

    Inspecting and Replenishing Brake fluid Replacing brake fluid Brake fluid absorbs moisture. This causes the fluid to absorb moisture from the Inspecting the brake fluid level surrounding air over a period of time. Excessive water in the brake fluid may be the cause of corrosion in the brake system.
  • Page 166 Inspecting and Replenishing with the warning instructions  stated below and with the general applicable Caution rules of safety.  You must only disconnect the battery if the ignition is switched off, otherwise the electrical system (electronic components) of the vehicle may be damaged. When WARNING disconnecting the battery from the electrical system of the vehicle, first disconnect ...
  • Page 167: Charging The Battery

    Fig. 145 The battery: Pull up the cover (automatic gearbox)/(manual gearbox) The electrolyte level in the battery is also regularly checked by an authorised Skoda service partner as part of the Inspection Service. The battery is located in the engine compartment below a plastic box.
  • Page 168 Inspecting and Replenishing – Switch the ignition and all electrical components off. Caution – Only for “quick-charging”: Disconnect both battery cables (first of all “negative”, On vehicles with the “START/STOP” system, the pole terminal of the charger must then “positive”). not be connected directly to the negative terminal of the vehicle battery, but only –...
  • Page 169: Windshield Washer System

    Inspecting and Replenishing For the sake of the environment WARNING Batteries contain poisonous substances such as sulphuric acid and lead. They must Read and observe the warning notes  page 158, “Working in the engine be disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner and under no circumstances compartment”...
  • Page 170: Wheels And Tyres

    Wheels and Tyres Wheels and Tyres Wheels WARNING  New tyres during the first 500 km do not offer optimal grip and should there- General information fore be run appropriately - risk of accident!   Never drive with damaged tyres - risk of accident! New tyres do not have optimal adhesion immediately from first use.
  • Page 171 The tyres of the tyre size 185/55 R15, which are intended to be used with snow chains and are fitted on models Fabia Combi Scout, have the following inflation pressure values in kPa.
  • Page 172: Changing Wheels Around

    Wheels and Tyres Proper knowledge of the tyre data makes it easier for you to select the correct type WARNING (continued) of tyre. Tyres do, for example, have the following inscription on their walls:  Worn tyres do not provide the necessary adhesion to the road surface at high 185/65 R 14 86 T speeds on wet roads.
  • Page 173: Winter Tyres

    Wheels and Tyres WARNING WARNING   Only use those tyres or wheel rims which have been approved for your model In case of incorrect treatment of the wheel bolts, the wheel can loosen when of Škoda Auto vehicle. Failure to observe this instruction will adversely affect the car is moving - risk of accident! ...
  • Page 174: Unidirectional Tyres

    Wheels and Tyres Snow chains the possible maximum speed of your vehicle is higher. The corresponding tyre cate- gory can damage the tyres when exceeding the permissible maximum speed. Snow chains must only be mounted on the front wheels. Please pay attention to the notes if you decide to fit winter tyres  page 169. When driving on wintry roads, snow chains improve not only traction, but also the You can also fit so-called “all-year tyres”...
  • Page 175: Accessories, Changes And Replacement Of Parts

     new one, or if technical modifications are to be carried out, please observe the Škoda Genuine Accessories and Skoda original parts can be bought from author- following information: ised Škoda Service Partners who also professionally undertake the assembly of ...
  • Page 176: Breakdown Assistance

    Breakdown assistance Breakdown assistance Breakdown assistance First-aid box and warning triangle The fire extinguisher must be checked by an authorised person or company annu- ally (please observe the various differing national legal requirements). WARNING If the fire extinguisher is not correctly attached, in case of sudden manoeuvres or an accident it can be “thrown”...
  • Page 177: Spare Wheel

    Breakdown assistance The vehicle tool kit contains the following parts (depending on equipment fitted): One should check the inflation pressure in the spare wheel (at best when generally checking the tyre air pressures - see sign on the fuel filler flap  page 156) to ...
  • Page 178 Breakdown assistance Subsequent steps WARNING (continued) distance from your vehicle. Comply with the national legal regulations. In this After changing the wheel, you must perform the following steps. way you are protecting not only yourself but also other road users. –...
  • Page 179 Breakdown assistance Pulling off  fig. – Pull the cap off with the plastic clip 154. – Hook the clamp found in the vehicle tool kit into the reinforced edge of the full Installing wheel trim. – Insert the caps onto the bolts. –...
  • Page 180 Breakdown assistance Note WARNING (continued)   Apply pressure carefully with your foot to the end of the wrench if it proves diffi- Take suitable measures to prevent the base of the lifting jack from slipping cult to slacken the bolts. Hold tight on the vehicle when doing this and ensure that off - risk of injury! you have a steady position.
  • Page 181: Tyre Repair Kit

    Breakdown assistance  – Have the tightening torque checked with a torque wrench as soon as possible. with tears or punctures greater than 4 mm in size,  Steel and light alloy wheels must be tightened to a tightening torque of 120 Nm. to repair damage to the tyre wall, ...
  • Page 182 Breakdown assistance Components of the tyre repair kit – Have all the occupants get out. While changing a wheel, the occupants of the vehicle should not stand on the road (instead of behind a crash barrier). – Switch off the engine and engage 1st gear or if your vehicle is fitted with an automatic gearbox, position the selector lever into position P.
  • Page 183: Jump-Starting

    Breakdown assistance Check after driving for 10 minutes – Insert the plug into the 12 Volt socket. – Switch on the air compressor with the ON and OFF switch Check the tyre inflation pressure after driving 10 minutes. – Allow the air compressor to run until reaching a pressure of 2.0 - 2.5 bar. Maximum run time of 8 minutes...
  • Page 184 Breakdown assistance – Attach the other end to a solid metal part which is connected firmly to the WARNING (continued) engine block, or to the engine block itself   Please pay attention to the warning instructions relating to working in the Starting engine engine compartment ...
  • Page 185: The Vehicle

    Breakdown assistance Jump-starting on vehicles with the “START-STOP” system Driver of the towed vehicle – Switch the ignition on so that the steering wheel is not blocked and you can also operate the turn signal lights, the headlight flasher, the windscreen wipers and windscreen washer system.
  • Page 186 Breakdown assistance  Rear towing eye The tow rope must not be twisted as it may in certain circumstances result in the front towing eye being unscrewed out of your vehicle. Front towing eye The towing eye is stored in the box for the vehicle tool kit. Fig.
  • Page 187: Fuses And Light Bulbs

    Fuses and light bulbs Fuses and light bulbs Electric fuses Colour coding of fuses Colour Maximum amperage Replacing fuses in the dash panel light brown Defect fuses must be replaced. brown blue yellow white green Fig. 163 Bottom side of the dash panel: WARNING fuse cover Read and observe the warning notes ...
  • Page 188 Fuses and light bulbs Fuse assignment in the dash panel Power consumer Motor for halogen projector headlights with cornering light function Radio navigation system PDA Electrohydraulic power steering START - STOP - radio Daylight driving lights Mirror heater S-contact Engine control unit Fig.
  • Page 189 Fuses and light bulbs Power consumer Power consumer High pressure pump, pressure valve START-STOP - instrument cluster Engine control unit Anti-theft alarm system Engine control unit Control unit for automatic gearbox DSG Vacuum pump Headlight cleaning system Power supply of ignition lock Parking light - right side Main beam Left low beam, headlight range adjustment...
  • Page 190 Fuses and light bulbs Power consumer WARNING Electrical auxiliary heating system Read and observe the warning notes  page 158, “Working in the engine compartment” before working in the engine compartment. Interior Glow plugs, coolant fan Caution Electrohydraulic power steering ...
  • Page 191 Fuses and light bulbs  page 189, fig. 167 Fuse assignment at the battery (automatic gearbox) – Open the positive terminal cover (+) - left.  page 189, fig. 167 – Press onto the interlocks of the fuse covers on the right and open the covers.
  • Page 192: Bulbs

    Fuses and light bulbs Bulbs Front headlight Halogen headlight Halogen projector head- lights Replacing bulbs Turn signals PY21W Fog lights H8/HB4 The relevant lamp must always be switched off before a light bulb is replaced. Do not take hold of the glass bulb with naked fingers (even the smallest amount of Daylight driving lights a) c) P21W, LED...
  • Page 193 – We recommend that you have the headlight setting checked by a Skoda Service Partner after replacing the light bulb. Fig. 169 Fitting position of the bulbs: Halogen headlights/halogen projector headlights...
  • Page 194 – Grasp the light bulb holder and pull it out of the headlight. – We recommend that you have the headlight setting checked by a Skoda Service Partner after replacing the light bulb. – Replace the light bulb in the light bulb holder and re-insert into the headlight.
  • Page 195 Fuses and light bulbs Cover of fog lights - Fabia Scout, Fabia RS Fog lights Fabia Scout, Fabia RS Fig. 174 Front bumper: Fabia Scout/Fabia RS Fig. 175 Front bumper: Fog lights/changing the bulb Removing the cover - Fabia Scout Removing the fog light –...
  • Page 196 Fuses and light bulbs Licence plate light Replace the defective light bulb  page 195. – – When re-installing, first insert the rear light unit with the screw into the  fig. opening of the body 177. – Carefully press the rear light unit into the body in such a way that the pins engage into the supports of the body.
  • Page 197 Fuses and light bulbs - Turn signal lights - Brake lights - parking lights...
  • Page 198: Technical Data

    Technical Data Technical data Technical Data General information Performances The details given in the official vehicle registration documents always take prece- The listed performance values were determined without performance-reducing dence over the details in the Owner's Manual. Please refer to the official vehicle equipment, e.g.
  • Page 199: Identification Details

    Technical Data Permissible gross weight Vehicle identification number (VIN) The permissible overall weight of the vehicle/trailer combination when the The vehicle identification number - VIN (vehicle body number) is stamped into the vehicle is being operated with a trailer engine compartment on the right hand shock absorber dome. This number is also located on a sign on the lower left hand edge below the windscreen (together with Maximum permissible front axle load a VIN bar code).
  • Page 200: Dimensions

    Technical Data Dimensions Dimensions (mm) FABIA FABIA FABIA SCOUT FABIA RS ESTATE CAR COMBI COMBI SCOUT COMBI RS GreenLine GreenLine Length 4000 4000 4032 4029 4247 4247 4275 4276 Width 1642 1642 1658 1642 1642 1642 1658 1642 Width including exterior...
  • Page 201: Engine Oil Specifications

    Technical Data Engine oil specifications Engine oil specifications for vehicles with fixed service intervals (QG2) Petrol engines The grade of engine oil should be selected in accordance with Specification Content precise specifications. 1.2 ltr./44 kW - EU5 VW 501 01, VW 502 00 The engine of your vehicle has been factory-filled with a high-grade oil which you 1.2 l/51 kW - EU5/EU2 DDK VW 501 01, VW 502 00...
  • Page 202 Technical Data Note  Before a long drive we recommend that you purchase and carry with you engine oil which complies with the specification for your vehicle. Consequently, you will always have the correct engine oil for refilling.  We recommend using a preservative from the Škoda original accessories offered by your Škoda dealer.
  • Page 203: Engine 1.2 L/44 Kw - Eu5

    Output (kW per rpm) Max. torque (Nm per rpm) Number of cylinders/Displacement (cm 44/5200 108/3000 3/1198 Performances FABIA ESTATE CAR Maximum speed (km/h) Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h (s) 16,5 16,7 Fuel consumption (in ltr./100 km) and CO (in g/km)
  • Page 204: Engine 1.2 L/51 Kw - Eu5/Eu2 Ddk

    Output (kW per rpm) Max. torque (Nm per rpm) Number of cylinders/Displacement (cm 51/5400 112/3000 3/1198 Performances FABIA ESTATE CAR Maximum speed (km/h) Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h (s) 14,9 15,0 Fuel consumption (in ltr./100 km) and CO (in g/km)
  • Page 205: Engine 1.2 L/63 Kw Tsi - Eu5

    Output (kW per rpm) Max. torque (Nm per rpm) Number of cylinders/Displacement (cm 63/4800 160/1500 - 3500 4/1197 Performances FABIA ESTATE CAR Maximum speed (km/h) Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h (s) 11,7 11,8 Fuel consumption (in ltr./100 km) and CO...
  • Page 206: Engine 1.2 L/77 Kw Tsi - Eu5

    Engine 1.2 l/77 kW TSI - EU5 Output (kW per rpm) Max. torque (Nm per rpm) Number of cylinders/Displacement (cm 77/5000 175/1500 - 4100 4/1197 Performances FABIA M5 FABIA DQ7 COMBI M5 COMBI DQ7 Maximum speed (km/h) Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h (s) 10,1 10,2...
  • Page 207: Engine 1.4 L/63 Kw - Eu5

    Output (kW per rpm) Max. torque (Nm per rpm) Number of cylinders/Displacement (cm 63/5000 132/3800 4/1390 Performances FABIA ESTATE CAR Maximum speed (km/h) Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h (s) 12,2 12,3 Fuel consumption (in ltr./100 km) and CO (in g/km)
  • Page 208: Engine 1.6 L/77 Kw - Eu4, Eu2 Ddk

    Engine 1.6 l/77 kW - EU4, EU2 DDK Output (kW per rpm) Max. torque (Nm per rpm) Number of cylinders/Displacement (cm 77/5600 153/3800 4/1598 Performances FABIA M5 FABIA AQ6 COMBI M5 COMBI AQ6 Maximum speed (km/h) Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h (s) 10,4 11,5...
  • Page 209: Engine 1.4 L/132 Kw Tsi - Eu5

    Output (kW per rpm) Max. torque (Nm per rpm) Number of cylinders/Displacement (cm 132/6200 250/2000 - 4500 4/1390 Performances FABIA RS COMBI RS Maximum speed (km/h) Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h (s) Fuel consumption (in ltr./100 km) and CO (in g/km) Urban...
  • Page 210: Engine 1.2 L/55 Kw Tdi Cr Dpf - Eu5

    Technical Data Engine 1.2 l/55 kW TDI CR DPF - EU5 Output (kW per rpm) Max. torque (Nm per rpm) Number of cylinders/Displacement (cm 55/4200 180/2000 3/1199 FABIA COMBI Performances FABIA ESTATE CAR GreenLine GreenLine Maximum speed (km/h) Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h (s)
  • Page 211: Engine 1.6 L/55 Kw Tdi Cr - Eu5

    Output (kW per rpm) Max. torque (Nm per rpm) Number of cylinders/Displacement (cm 55/4000 195/1500 - 2000 4/1598 Performances FABIA ESTATE CAR Maximum speed (km/h) Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h (s) 14,1 14,2 Fuel consumption (in ltr./100 km) and CO...
  • Page 212: Engine 1.6 L/66 Kw Tdi Cr - Eu5

    Output (kW per rpm) Max. torque (Nm per rpm) Number of cylinders/Displacement (cm 66/4200 230/1500 - 2500 4/1598 Performances FABIA ESTATE CAR Maximum speed (km/h) Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h (s) 12,6 12,7 Fuel consumption (in ltr./100 km) and CO...
  • Page 213: Engine 1.6 L/77 Kw Tdi Cr - Eu5

    Output (kW per rpm) Max. torque (Nm per rpm) Number of cylinders/Displacement (cm 77/4400 250/1500-2500 4/1598 Performances FABIA ESTATE CAR Maximum speed (km/h) Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h (s) 10,9 11,0 Fuel consumption (in ltr./100 km) and CO (in g/km)
  • Page 214: Index

    Index Index Changing a wheel ......176 Changing wheels around ..... 171 Charging the battery .
  • Page 215 Index Coolant temperature/coolant level Electric sliding/tilting roof ....43 Fog lights ....... . 47, 193 Warning light .
  • Page 216 Index Hazard warning light system ....48 Motoring abroad ......145 Warning light .
  • Page 217: Safety Information

    Index Petrol engines Seat belt height adjuster ....115 Systems Starting the engine ..... . . 88 Start Stop .
  • Page 218 Index Windows de-icing ........151 Windscreen washer nozzles ....52 Underbody protection .
  • Page 219 Notes...
  • Page 220 Notes Using the system Safety Driving Tips General Maintenance Breakdown assistance Technical data...
  • Page 221 Škoda Auto pursues a policy of constant product and model development. We trust Reprinting, reproduction or translation, either in whole or in part, is not permitted that you will understand that changes to models in terms of shape, equipment and without the written consent of Škoda Auto.
  • Page 222 Minimisation of fuel consumption and CO emissions Recyclability – Start-stop system* – All models currently in production homologized in comformity with the requirements for recyclability – Recovery* (EU Directive 2005/64/EC) – Indication of recommended gear* – Use of recyclable, environmentally-friendly materials –...
  • Page 223 Index to find out more. Please also refer to all the texts identified with a in this Owner's Manual. Make your contribution - for the sake of the environment. www.skoda-auto.com Návod k obsluze Fabia anglicky 05.11 S55.5610.07.20 5J6 012 003 HS...

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