Skoda 2000 Fabia Bedienungsanleitung

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ŠKODA Fabia

Owner's Manual

Layout of this Owner's Manual

(explanations)

This Owner's Manual has been systematically designed to make it easy for you to

search for and obtain the information you require.

Chapters, table of contents and subject index

The text of the Owner's manual is divided into relatively short sections which are

combined into easy-to-read chapters. The chapter you are reading at any particular

moment is always specified on the bottom right of the page.

The Table of contents is arranged according to the chapters and the detailed Sub-

ject index at the end of the Owner's Manual helps you to rapidly find the informa-

tion you are looking for.

Direction indications

All direction indications such as “left”, “right”, “front”, “rear” relate to the direction of

travel of the vehicle.

Units of measurement

All values are expressed in metric units.

Explanation of symbols

Denotes a reference to a section with important information and safety

advice in a chapter.

Denotes the end of a section.

Denotes the continuation of a section on the next page.

Indicates situations where the vehicle must be stopped as soon as possi-

ble.

® Denotes a registered trademark.

Notes

WARNING

The most important notes are marked with the heading WARNING. These

WARNING notes draw your attention to a serious risk of accident or injury.

CAUTION

A Caution note draws your attention to the possibility of damage to your vehicle

(e.g. damage to gearbox), or points out general risks of an accident.

For the sake of the environment

An Environmental note draws your attention to environmental protection aspects.

This is where you will, for example, find tips aimed at reducing your fuel consump-

tion.

Note

A normal Note draws your attention to important information about the operation

of your vehicle.

Preface

You have opted for a ŠKODA – our sincere thanks for your confidence in us.

You have received a vehicle with the latest technology and range of amenities. Please read this Owner's

Manual carefully, because the operation in accordance with these instructions is a prerequisite for proper use

of the vehicle.

If you have any questions about your vehicle, please contact a ŠKODA Partner.

We wish you much pleasure with your ŠKODA and pleasant motoring at all times.

Your ŠKODA AUTO a.s. (Referred to below simply as ŠKODA or the manufacturer) 

The on-board literature

The on-board literature for your vehicle consists of this “Owner's Manual” as well

as a “Service schedule” and the “Help on the road” brochure.

Depending on the vehicle model and equipment, other additional operating man-

uals and instructions may be provided (e.g. an operating manual for the radio).

If one of the publications listed above is missing, please contact a ŠKODA Partner.

Terms used

The following terms concerning servicing of your vehicle are used in the on-board

literature.

›“Specialist garage” - garage that specialises in servicing ŠKODA vehicles

›“ŠKODA Service Partner” - company that is authorized by a contract with ŠKODA

AUTO a.s. to carry out service work on ŠKODA vehicles

›“ŠKODA Partner” - companies authorized by ŠKODA AUTO a.s. to sell or service

ŠKODA products, or both, as appropriate

The Owner's Manual

These operating instructions describe all possible equipment variants without

identifying them as special equipment, model variants or market-dependent

equipment.

Consequently, this vehicle does not necessarily contain all the equipment com-

ponents described in this Owner's manual.

Your vehicle's equipment level depends on your purchase contract for the vehicle.

More information is available from the ŠKODA Partner from whom you bought the

vehicle.

The illustrations can differ from your vehicle in minor details; they are intended

for general information only.

The Service Schedule:

›contains the vehicle data including information on service work performed;

›is a record of services carried out;

›is provided for entries relating to the mobility warranty (valid only for some

countries);

›serves as a warranty certificate on the part of the ŠKODA Partner from whom

your vehicle was purchased.

Please always present the Service Schedule when you take your car to a special-

ist garage.

If the Service Schedule is missing or damaged, please contact the specialist ga-

rage that regularly services your car. Ask for a duplicate on which the service

work previously carried out is confirmed by the ŠKODA specialist garage.

The Help on the Road brochure

The brochure contains the most important emergency telephone numbers as well

as telephone numbers and contact addresses for ŠKODA Partners in various

countries.

Table of Contents

Abbreviations

Using the system

Cockpit 7

Overview 6

Instruments and Indicator Lights 8

Instrument cluster 8

Multifunction display (onboard computer) 11

MAXI DOT (information display) 15

Warning lights 17

Unlocking and locking 25

Central locking system 28

Remote control 31

Anti-theft alarm system 32

Tailgate 34

Electrical power windows 35

Electric sliding/tilting roof 37

Lights and visibility 40

Lights 40

Interior lights 45

Visibility 46

Windscreen wipers and washers 47

Rear window 49

Seats and storage 52

Front seats 52

Rear seats 54

Head restraints 55

Boot 56

Variable loading floor in the luggage

compartment (Estate) 60

Net partition (Combi) 62

Bicycle carrier in the luggage compartment 63

Roof rack system 65

Useful equipment 67

Storage compartments 69

Heating and air conditioning 75

Heating, ventilation, cooling 75

Heating 76

Air conditioning system (manual air conditioning

system) 78

Climatronic (automatic air conditioning

system) 81

Communication and multimedia 84

Universal telephone preinstallation GSM II 84

Voice control 89

Multimedia 90

Driving

Starting-off and Driving 93

Starting and stopping the engine 93

Braking 96

Manual gear shifting and pedals 97

Automatic gearbox 98

Running in 102

Economical driving and respect the

environment 103

Avoiding damage to your vehicle 107

Driving abroad 108

Assist systems 110

Brake assist systems 110

Parking aid 112

Cruise control system 113

START/STOP 114

Towing a trailer 117

Towing device 117

Trailer 120

Safety

Passive Safety 123

General information 123

Correct seated position 124

Seat belts 127

Wearing seat belts 127

Inertia reel and belt pretensioners 130

Airbag system 132

Description of the airbag system 132

Airbag overview 133

Deactivating airbags 136

Transporting children safely 139

Child seat 139

Fastening systems 142

General Maintenance

Taking care of and cleaning the vehicle 144

Washing the car 144

Vehicle exterior care 145

Care of the interior 148

Modifications, repairs and technical changes 151

Inspecting and replenishing 153

Fuel 153

Engine compartment 155

Engine oil 158

Coolant 161

Brake fluid 162

Vehicle battery 163

Wheels 168

Tyres and rims 168

Winter use 174

Table of Contents

Do-it-yourself

Emergency equipment, and self-help 175

Emergency equipment 175

Changing a wheel 176

Tyre repair 180

Jump-starting 182

Towing the vehicle 183

Fuses and light bulbs 186

Fuses 186

Bulbs 189

Technical data

Technical data 195

Vehicle data 195

Index

4Table of Contents

Abbreviations

Abbreviation Definition

rpm Engine revolutions per minute

ABS Anti-lock brake system

AG Automatic gearbox

TCS Traction control

CO2 in g/km discharged quantity of carbon dioxide in grams per driven kilo-

meter

DPF Diesel particle filter

DSG Automatic double clutch gearbox

EDL Electronic differential lock

ESC Electronic Stability Control

kW Kilowatt, measuring unit for the engine output

MG Manual gearbox

MFD Multifunction display

N1 Panel van intended exclusively or mainly for the transporta-

tion of goods

Nm Newton meter, measuring unit for the engine torque

TDI CR Diesel engine with turbocharging and common rail injection

system

TSI Petrol engine with turbocharging and direct injection 

Abbreviations

Fig. 1 Cockpit

6Using the system

Using the system

Cockpit

Overview

Door opening lever on the driver's side 27

Electrical power windows 36

Electric exterior mirror adjustment 50

Air outlet vents on the driver's side 75

Stalk:

›Turn signal light, headlight and parking light, headlight flasher 42

›Speed regulating system 113

Steering wheel:

›With horn

›With driver’s front airbag 134

›With pushbuttons for radio, navigation system and mobile

phone 84

Instrument cluster: Instruments and warning lights 8

Stalk:

›Multifunction display 11

›Windscreen wiper and wash system 48

Switch for rear window heater 46

TCS switch 111

Air outlets in the central part of the dash panel 75

Switch for hazard warning lights 44

Warning light for the deactivated front seat passenger airbag 137

Depending on equipment fitted:

›Operating controls for the heating 76

›Operating controls for the air conditioning system 78

›Operating controls for Climatronic 81

Storage compartments on the front passenger side 70

Front passenger airbag 134

Air outlet vents on the front passenger side 75

Key-operated switch for the front seat passenger airbag 137

Door opening lever on the front passenger side 27

Switch depending on equipment fitted:

›Boot lid remote release 34

›Interior monitor 33

Light switch and headlamp beam adjustment 40, 41

Fuse box in the dashboard 187

Bonnet release lever 157

Lever for adjusting the steering wheel 94

Ignition lock 95

Pedals 98

Depending on equipment fitted:

›Radio

›Navigation system

Rocker switch for front left seat heating 53

Central locking system 30

Depending on equipment fitted:

›Gearshift lever (manual gearbox) 97

›Selector lever (automatic gearbox) 99

Rocker switch for front right seat heating 53

Depending on equipment fitted:

›Ashtrays 67

›Storage compartment 72

MDI 91

Note

The arrangement of the controls and switches and the location of some items on

right-hand drive models may differ from that shown in » Fig. 1. The symbols on

the controls and switches are the same as for left-hand drive models. 

Cockpit

Instruments and Indicator Lights

Instrument cluster

Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:

Overview 8

Engine revolutions counter 9

Speedometer 9

Coolant temperature gauge display 9

Fuel gauge 9

Counter for distance driven 10

Service Interval Display 10

Digital clock 11

Recommended gear 11

WARNING

■Concentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver you are fully re-

sponsible for road safety.

■Never operate the controls in the instrument cluster while driving, only

when the vehicle is stationary! 

Overview

Fig. 2 Instrument cluster

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-

ings on page 8.

Engine revolutions counter » page 9

Display:

›With counter for distance driven » page 10

›With service interval display » page 10

›With digital clock » page 11

›With multifunction display » page 11

›With information display » page 15

Speedometer » page 9

Coolant temperature gauge » page 9

Button for display mode:

›Setting the hours/minutes

›Activating/deactivating the second speed in mph or km/h

›Service interval - Display of the number of days, kilometres or miles re-

maining until the next Inspection Service 1) 



1) Valid for countries where the values are indicated in British measuring units.

8Using the system

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