Contents

Layout of this Owner's Manual (explanations)
Preface
Table of Contents
Abbreviations
Using the system
- Cockpit
  - Overview
- Instruments and warning lights
  - Instrument cluster
    - Introduction
    - Overview of the Instrument cluster
    - Speedometer
    - Fuel gauge
    - Engine revolutions counter
    - Counter for distance driven
    - Service Interval Display
    - Recommended gear
  - Multifunction display (onboard computer)
    - Introduction
    - Memory
    - Operation
    - Digital clock
    - Multifunction display details
    - Warning against excessive speeds
  - Warning lights
    - Overview
    - Handbrake
    - Brake system
    - Seat belt warning light
    - Dynamo
    - Engine oil pressure
    - Coolant temperature/coolant level
    - Electromechanical power steering
    - Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
    - Traction Control System (TCS)
    - Antilock brake system (ABS)
    - The rear fog light
    - Exhaust inspection system
    - EPC fault light
    - Airbag system
    - Automatic gearbox
    - Turn signal system
    - Speed regulating system
    - Main beam
    - Safety belt fastened/not fastened (belt status display) - Rear seat /
    - City Safe Drive
    - START STOP
- Unlocking and locking
  - Vehicle key
    - Introductory information
    - Replacing the battery in the remote control key
    - Child safety lock
  - Central locking system
    - Introductory information
    - Safe securing system
    - Unlocking the vehicle using the key
    - Locking the vehicle with the key
    - Door opening lever
    - Vehicle locking/unlocking from the inside
  - Remote control
    - Introductory information
    - Unlocking/locking
    - Synchronization
    - Emergency locking of the doors
  - Luggage compartment lid
    - Introduction
    - Unlocking/Opening and closing
    - Emergency unlocking
  - Electrical power windows
    - Introduction
    - Window open/close
  - Rear windows
  - Power panoramic sliding/sliding tilting roof
    - Introductory information
    - Using the system
- Lights and visibility
  - Lights
    - Introduction
    - Switching lights on and off
    - DAY LIGHT function (Daytime running light)
    - Fog lights
    - Rear fog light
    - Parking light
    - Headlight beam adjustment
    - Switches for the hazard warning light system
    - Turn signal and main beam lever
  - Interior light
    - Interior light - Version 1
    - Interior light - Version 2
  - Visibility
    - Rear window heater
    - Sun visors
  - Windscreen wipers and washers
    - Introduction
    - Activating the windscreen wipers and washers
    - Replacing the windscreen wiper blades
    - Replacing the rear window wiper blade
  - Rear window
    - Interior mirror
    - Additional rear-view mirror
    - Exterior mirror
- Seats and Stowage
  - Front seats
    - Introduction
    - Adjusting the front seats
    - Front seat heating
  - Head restraints
  - Rear seats
    - Folding the rear seat backrest forwards
  - Luggage compartment
    - Introduction
    - Lashing eyes
    - Bag hooks
    - Fixing nets
    - Luggage compartment cover
  - Roof rack system
    - Introduction
    - Attachment points for roof bars
    - Roof load
  - Cup holder
  - Ash tray
  - Cigarette lighter, 12-volt power socket
    - Cigarette lighter
    - 12-volt power socket
  - Storage compartments
    - Overview
    - Storage compartment on the driver's side
    - Storage compartment on the front passenger side
    - Stowage compartment with cover on the passenger side
    - Bag holder
    - Photo holder
    - Stowage compartment in front centre console
    - Multimedia holder
    - Meshed pockets at the front seat rests
    - Stowage compartments in front of the rear seats
  - Clothes hooks
  - Parking ticket holder
- Heating and air conditioning system
  - Heating and air conditioning system
    - Introductory information
    - Using the air conditioning system economically
    - Operational problems
  - Air outlet vents
  - Heating
    - Using the system
    - Setting heating
  - Air conditioning system
    - Introductory information
    - Using the system
    - Setting the air conditioning system
    - Recirculated air mode
- Starting-off and Driving
  - Starting and stopping the engine
    - Introduction
    - Adjusting the steering wheel position
    - Electromechanical power steering
    - Electronic immobiliser
    - Ignition lock
    - Starting engine
    - Switching the engine off
  - Brakes and brake assist systems
    - Introduction
    - Information for braking
    - Handbrake
    - Stabilisation control (ESC)
    - Antilock brake system (ABS)
    - Traction control (TC)
    - Electronic differential lock (EDL)
  - Shifting (manual gearbox)
  - pedals
  - Parking aid
  - Visual parking system
  - Cruise control system (CCS)
    - Introduction
    - Storing a speed
    - Changing a stored speed
    - Switching off the cruise control system temporarily
    - Switching off the cruise control system completely
  - START/STOP
  - City Safe Drive
    - Introduction
    - Switching the City Safe Drive on and off
    - Laser sensor
    - Special driving situations
- Automatic gearbox
  - Automatic gearbox AGB
    - Introduction
    - Introductory information
    - Starting-off and driving
    - Selector lever positions
    - Manual gearshift (Tiptronic)
    - Kickdown function
    - Dynamic shift programme
    - Operational faults
- Communication
  - Mobile phones and two-way radio systems
  - Multifunction device Move & Fun
Safety
- Passive Safety
  - General information
    - Introduction
    - Safety equipment
    - Before setting off
    - What influences the driving safety?
  - Correct seated position
    - Introduction
    - Correct seated position for the driver
    - Correct seated position for the front passenger
    - Correct seated position for the occupants on the rear seats
    - Examples of an incorrect seated position
- Seat belts
  - Seat belts
    - Introduction
    - The physical principle of a frontal collision
    - Fastening and unfastening seat belts
    - Belt tensioners
- Airbag system
  - Description of the airbag system
    - Introductory information
    - When are the airbags deployed?
  - Front airbags
  - Side airbags Head-Thorax
  - Switching off the airbags
    - Deactivating airbags
    - Key switch for the front seat passenger airbag
- Transporting children safely
  - Child seat
    - Introduction
    - Use of a child seat on the front passenger seat
    - Child safety and side airbag
    - Classification of child seats
    - Suitability of child seats
    - Child seats with the ISOFIX system
    - Child seat with the TOP TETHER system
Driving Tips
- Driving and the Environment
  - The first 1 500 km
    - New engine
    - New tyres
    - New brake pads
  - Catalytic converter
  - Economical and environmentally friendly driving
    - Introductory information
    - Looking ahead when driving
    - Shifting to save energy
    - Avoiding full throttle
    - Reducing idling
    - Regular servicing
    - Avoid short distances
    - Checking tyre inflation pressures
    - Avoid unnecessary ballast
    - Saving electricity
  - Environmental compatibility
  - Driving abroad
    - Introductory information
    - Unleaded petrol
    - Headlights
  - Avoiding damage to your vehicle
  - Driving through water on the street
General Maintenance
- Taking care of and cleaning the vehicle
  - Taking care of your vehicle
    - Introduction
    - Washing the vehicle
    - Automatic car wash systems
    - Washing by hand
    - Washing with a high-pressure cleaner
    - Preserving and polishing the vehicle paintwork
    - Chrome parts
    - Paint damage
    - Plastic parts
    - De-icing windows and exterior mirrors
    - Radio reception
    - Headlight lenses
    - Rubber seals
    - Door lock cylinders
    - Wheels
    - Underbody protection
    - Protection of hollow spaces
    - Artificial leather and materials
    - Fabric covers on electrically heated seats
    - Natural leather
    - Seat belts
- Inspecting and replenishing
  - Fuel
    - Introduction
    - Refuelling
    - Unleaded petrol
  - Vehicle running on CNG (compressed natural gas)
    - Introduction
    - Refuelling
    - Automatically switching over from CNG mode to petrol mode
    - Natural gas as fuel
    - Regular inspections of gas systems
    - Safe natural gas
    - Natural gas quality and consumption
  - Engine compartment
    - Introduction
    - Opening and closing the bonnet
    - Engine compartment overview
    - Checking the engine oil level
    - Replenishing the engine oil
    - Changing engine oil
    - Coolant
    - Checking the coolant level
    - Replenishing the coolant
    - Radiator fan
    - Checking the brake fluid
    - Changing the brake fluid
    - Windscreen washer system
  - Vehicle battery
    - Introduction
    - Checking the battery electrolyte level
    - Operation in winter
    - Charging a vehicle battery
    - Disconnecting and reconnecting the vehicle battery
    - Replacing the vehicle battery
    - Automatic load deactivation
- Wheels and Tyres
  - Tyres
    - Introduction
    - Service life of tyres
    - Handling wheels and tyres
    - New wheels and tyres
    - Unidirectional tyres
    - Spare wheel
    - Full wheel trim
    - Wheel bolts
    - Wheel bolts
    - Winter tyres
    - Snow chains
- Accessories, changes and replacement of parts
  - Introductory information
  - Changes and impairments of the airbag system
  - Towing a trailer
Do-it-yourself
- Do-it-yourself
  - First-aid kit and warning triangle
  - Fire extinguisher
  - Vehicle tool kit
  - Changing a wheel
    - Introduction
    - Preliminary work
    - Changing a wheel
    - Subsequent steps
    - Loosening and tightening wheel bolts
    - Raising the vehicle
    - Securing wheels against theft
  - Breakdown kit
    - Introduction
    - Components of the breakdown kit
    - Preparing to use the breakdown kit
    - Sealing and inflating tyres
    - Check after driving for 10 minutes
  - Jump-starting
    - Introduction
    - Jump-starting
    - Jump-starting in vehicles with the START-STOP system
  - Towing the vehicle
    - Introduction
    - Front towing eye
- Fuses and light bulbs
  - Fuses
    - Introduction
    - Fuses on the underside of the dash panel
    - Fuses in the engine compartment
    - Fuses in the dash panel
  - Bulbs
    - Introduction
    - Headlights
    - Changing the light bulb for side repeater turn signal lights
    - Changing light bulbs for fog lights
    - Changing the bulb for the licence plate light
    - Tail lamp assembly
Technical data
- Technical data
  - Introductory information
  - Data on the vehicle sticker and the type plate
  - Dimensions
  - Specifications and engine oil capacity
  - Vehicle-specific information depending on engine type
Index
- A
- B
- C
- D
- E
- F
- G
- H
- I
- J
- L
- M
- O
- P
- R
- S
- T
- U
- V
- W
KODA pursues a policy of constant product and model development. We trust that you will understand that changes to models in terms of shape, equipment and engineering, may be introduced at any time. The information about appearance, performances, dimensions, weight, standards and functions of the vehicle is correct at the time of publication. Certain items of equipment might only be installed at a later date (information provided by your local KODA Service Partner) or are only offered in particular markets. It is therefore not possible for legal claims to be made based on the data, illustrations and descriptions contained in this Owner's Manual.

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Škoda Citigo 2012 Car Specification

The Škoda Citigo 2012 is a compact city car designed to offer practicality and efficiency in urban environments. It features a compact exterior with dimensions of 3,563 mm in length, 1,641 mm in width, and 1,478 mm in height, making it easy to maneuver and park in tight spaces. The car is powered by a range of three-cylinder petrol engines, including a 1.0-liter MPI engine available in two power outputs: 60 PS (44 kW) and 75 PS (55 kW). These engines are mated to a 5-speed manual transmission, with a 5-speed automated manual transmission (ASG) available as an option, ensuring a balance between performance and fuel efficiency.

The Citigo's interior is designed to maximize space and comfort within its compact dimensions, offering seating for four passengers and a surprisingly generous luggage capacity of 251 liters, which can be expanded to 959 liters with the rear seats folded down. The dashboard layout is simple and user-friendly, featuring essential controls that are easily accessible. Safety is a key focus for the Škoda Citigo, which comes equipped with multiple airbags, ABS, ESC, and optional features such as City Safe Drive, a low-speed automatic braking system designed to help prevent collisions in urban traffic.

Fuel efficiency is one of the Citigo's strong points, with the 1.0-liter engines delivering impressive consumption figures, making it an economical choice for city driving. The car also boasts low CO2 emissions, aligning with modern environmental standards. The exterior design of the Citigo is characterized by clean lines and a modern aesthetic, with options for various colors and trim levels to suit different tastes. Overall, the Škoda Citigo 2012 stands out as a practical, efficient, and safe option for urban commuters looking for a reliable compact car.

Škoda Citigo 2012 Car F.A.Q.

How do I reset the service indicator on a Škoda Citigo 2012?

To reset the service indicator, turn off the ignition, press and hold the trip reset button on the dashboard, and then turn the ignition back on. Keep holding the button until the service indicator resets.

What type of engine oil is recommended for a Škoda Citigo 2012?

The recommended engine oil for a Škoda Citigo 2012 is 5W-30 fully synthetic oil that meets VW 504 00/507 00 specifications.

How can I change the headlight bulb on a Škoda Citigo 2012?

To change the headlight bulb, open the hood, locate the headlight assembly, remove the cover, disconnect the electrical connector, remove the old bulb, and replace it with a new one. Ensure the new bulb is securely fastened before reconnecting and replacing the cover.

Why is my Škoda Citigo 2012 making a squealing noise when I brake?

A squealing noise when braking is often caused by worn brake pads. Inspect the brake pads for wear and replace them if necessary. If the pads are new, ensure that they are properly installed and that there is no debris between the pad and the rotor.

What should I do if my Škoda Citigo 2012 won't start?

First, check the battery connections to ensure they are tight and corrosion-free. If the battery is old, it might need replacement. Also, check the fuel level and ensure the ignition key or start button is functioning properly. If the issue persists, consult a professional mechanic.

How do I program a new key fob for my Škoda Citigo 2012?

Programming a new key fob typically requires specialized equipment and must be done by a dealership or an automotive locksmith. Contact your local Škoda dealer for assistance.

Can I use E10 fuel in my Škoda Citigo 2012?

Yes, the Škoda Citigo 2012 is compatible with E10 fuel, which contains up to 10% ethanol. However, always refer to the owner’s manual or consult with a dealership for confirmation.

How do I check the tire pressure on my Škoda Citigo 2012?

To check the tire pressure, use a tire pressure gauge. Remove the valve cap from the tire, press the gauge onto the valve stem, and read the pressure. Compare it with the recommended pressure found in the owner’s manual or on the driver’s side door jamb.

What is the recommended interval for changing the timing belt on a Škoda Citigo 2012?

The recommended interval for changing the timing belt is typically every 60,000 to 80,000 miles or every 5 years, whichever comes first. Consult your owner's manual or a qualified mechanic for specific details.

How do I connect my smartphone to the Škoda Citigo 2012's Bluetooth system?

To connect your smartphone, ensure Bluetooth is enabled on your phone. On the car, navigate to the Bluetooth menu, search for devices, and select your phone from the list. Enter the pairing code if prompted, and confirm the connection on both devices.