Skoda 2013 Roomster User manual

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ŠKODA Roomster
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 hope you enjoy driving your ŠKODA, and wish you a pleasant journey at all times.
Your ŠKODA AUTO a.s. (Hereinafter referred to only as ŠKODA or manufacturer) 

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 documents listed above is missing, please contact a ŠKODA Partner.
Terms used
The on-board literature contains the following terms relating to the service work
for your vehicle.
›“Specialist garage” - a company that carries out specialist service tasks for
ŠKODA vehicles
›“ŠKODA service partner” - a company that is contractually authorized by ŠKODA
AUTO a.s. to carry out service tasks for ŠKODA vehicles
›“ŠKODA Partners” - a company that is authorized by ŠKODA AUTO a.s. to sell
ŠKODA products or carry out service work, or to carry out these tasks in parallel
The owner's manual
This owner's manual describes all possible equipment variants without identify-
ing them as special equipment, model variants or market-dependent equipment.
Consequently, this vehicle does not need to contain all of the equipment compo-
nents described in this owner's manual.
The scope of equipment in your vehicle relates to your sales contract for the vehi-
cle. More information is available from the ŠKODA Partner where you bought the
vehicle.
The illustrations may differ in minor details from your vehicle; they are only inten-
ded as general information.
The service schedule:
›Contains vehicle data including information on service work carried out;
›Is intended as proof of services carried out;
›Is intended for records relating to the mobility warranty (only valid for some
countries);
›Serves as a warranty certificate from the ŠKODA Partner where your vehicle
was purchased.
Therefore please always present the service schedule when you take your vehicle
to a specialist garage.
If the service schedule is missing or in poor condition, please contact the special-
ist garage that regularly services your vehicle. You will need to request a dupli-
cate, in which the specialist garage will confirm the service work previously car-
ried out.
The Help on the road brochure
The Help on the road brochure contains the most important emergency tele-
phone numbers as well as telephone numbers and contact addresses of ŠKODA
Partners in the various different 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
Luggage compartment lid 34
Electrical power windows 35
Lights and visibility 38
Lights 38
Interior lights 43
Visibility 44
Windscreen wipers and washers 45
Rear window 48
Seats and stowing 50
Front seats 50
Head restraints 52
Rear seats 52
Boot 55
Variable loading floor in the luggage
compartment (Estate) 59
Bicycle carrier in the luggage compartment 61
Roof rack system 63
Useful equipment 63
Storage compartments 66
Praktik 71
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 changing and pedals 97
Automatic gearbox 98
Running in 102
Economical driving and environmental
sustainability 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
Using seat belts 127
Inertia reels and belt tensioners 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 141
General Maintenance
Taking care of and cleaning the vehicle 144
Washing your car 144
Taking care of your vehicle exterior 145
Taking care of the interior 149
Modifications, repairs and technical alterations 151
Inspecting and replenishing 154
Fuel 154
Engine compartment 156
Engine oil 159
Coolant 162
Brake fluid 163
Vehicle battery 164
Wheels 169
Tyres and wheel rims 169
Winter operation 175
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Table of Contents

Do-it-yourself
Emergency equipment and self-help 176
Emergency equipment 176
Changing a wheel 177
Tyre repair 181
Jump-starting 183
Towing the vehicle 184
Fuses and light bulbs 187
Fuses 187
Bulbs 190
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
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
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Using the system
Cockpit
Overview
Door opening lever on the driver's side 27
Electrical power windows 35
Electric exterior mirror adjustment 48
Air outlet vents on the driver's side 75
Operating lever:
›Turn signal light, headlight and parking light, headlight flasher 40
›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
Operating lever:
›Multifunction display 11
›Windscreen wiper and wash system 46
Switch for rear window heater 44
TCS switch 111
Air outlets in the central part of the dash panel 75
Switch for hazard warning lights 42
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 67
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 38, 39
Fuse box in the dashboard 188
Bonnet release lever 158
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 51
Central locking system 30
Depending on equipment fitted:
›Gear shift lever (manual gearbox) 97
›Selector lever (automatic gearbox) 99
Rocker switch for front right seat heating 51
Depending on equipment fitted:
›Ashtrays 64
›Storage compartment 69
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:
›Set 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