Skoda 2000 Fabia User manual

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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
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
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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
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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 
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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
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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. 
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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) 
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1) Valid for countries where the values are indicated in British measuring units.
8Using the system