A name – a commitment!
Automobile development has been a
ŠKODA commitment since 1905.
Even in those days, the trade press
wrote enthusiastically above the
Laurin & Klement Model A: “Solidly
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built, dependable and fast!” LAURIN & KLEMENT
These are the criteria which have
characterized the development of
dependable “everyday cars” up to
the present time.
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ŠKODA FELICIA
The Škoda Fabia is the first brand in
the VW Group to be produced on the
new subcompact platform A04, and
seamlessly carries on the proven
ŠKODA tradition.
Škoda Fabia
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– sporty and elegant ŠKODA FABIA
– rugged, solid and yet attractive
We should like to present the engineering Further Self-Study Programmes are
of this new model to you in this booklet and available for more detailed information.
provide you with an overview of the new
features.
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Contents
The Fabia 4
Engine/Gearbox Combinations 12
Engines 14
Gearboxes 20
Fuel System 24
Running Gear 27
Steering 30
Brake System 33
Electrical System 36
Heating/Ventilation System 44
Air Conditioning 48
Service 52
Dimensions 54
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You will find notes on inspection and maintenance,
setting and repair instructions in the Workshop
Manual.
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The Fabia
A first look
The Fabia is the first model in the VW Group In terms of safety, quality, engines, running
based on the subcompact platform A04. gear and equipment, the small one from
Mladá Boleslav is a match for its big brothers.
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7 engines available from
start of production
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A new generation of power
steering systems
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Front suspension featuring Safety steering column –
McPherson struts and disc adjustable for height and
brakes length
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The aerodynamically styled boy conceals a
wide range of new technical features.
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Decentralised vehicle network
– new components for
electrical system, CAN-BUS,
on board diagnosis
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New heating/ventilation
system, with optional
automatic air conditioning
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Safety body, belt tensioners beam axle, disc brakes in
and airbags offer a high level combination with more
of safety powerful engine
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The Fabia
Vehicle safety
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Active safety elements Passive safety elements
– an optimised running gear offers high level – passenger cell made of high-strength
of stability materials
– powerful engines – fullsize driver airbag
– dependable, adequately dimensioned – passenger airbag available from Comfort
brakes equipment level
– optional ABS – optional side airbags
– good all-round vision through large – front seat belts adjustable for height, with
windows, heated rear window, window belt tensioners and belt force limiters
wipers with intermittent setting, adjustable – rear 3-point seat belts, 2-point lap belt for
exterior mirrors 5th seat
– balanced light concept – see and be seen – front and rear head restraints, front
– ergonomically positioned controls, driver adjustable for height and angle, rear
seat and steering wheel individually adjustable for height
adjustable, power-assisted steering – anchorage points for Isofix child seat
– child safety locks on rear doors system
– lashing eyes in boot
– automatic interruption to fuel supply if
airbag deployed
The vehicle complies with all the requirements of the NCAP
(New Car Assessment Program) of present and future
international safety standards.
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Aerodynamics
cw = 0,31
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An aerodynamically styled body shape has an The coefficient of aerodynamic drag cd is the
enormous impact on fuel consumption. In measure for the aerodynamic quality of a
addition, it also has a positive influence on shape.
ride comfort by reducing wind noise!
The Fabia is able to boast a cd of 0.31, which is
That is why particular emphasis has been an excellent achievement compared to its rival
placed on the aerodynamic development of models.
the body.
Close detailing work on the aerodynamics has
This challenging objective has been achieved made it possible to achieve an optimum figure
by adopting a number of features, including: of 0.60 m2 for the product of cd x A, which is
critical for the aerodynamic drag.
– aerodynamically shaped front and rear
bumpers and front integrated spoiler lip
A* = projected vehicle area
– narrow body gaps and joints
– flush-mounted windows and headlamps
– the flattest possible underfloor
– bottom engine compartment panel
– tailgate with integrated spoiler lip
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*A=F
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The Fabia
Body structure
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Safety cell Safety cell
as rigid passenger (safety) cell offers a
+ structurally stable survival space.
Deformation zones Deformation zones
as defined, deformed soft zones absorb the
+ energy of the impact.
Direct bonded windscreen and rear window Direct bonded windscreen and rear window
integrated into the body, flush on the outside,
+ form-fit design, enhanced dynamic stability.
Corrosion protection Corrosion protection
thanks to fully zinc-coated body panels and
water-based paintwork, make it possible to
= provide a 10-year warranty against body
perforation.
Applicable safety standards All requirements for new vehicles met
Enhanced passive safety For the benefit of the occupants
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The deformation-resistant passenger cell is – Longitudinal and transverse members in
the result of the combination of steel the rear area transmit the forces impacting
members of varying cross-section and on the rear end in the event of a crash, to
stiffeners and reinforcements. the front. The persons seated in the rear
are protected. The floor area and fuel tank
The illustration shows the principal cross- remain practically free of deformations.
sections of the basic body structure.
– The B pillar is widely integrated into the
The focal points in designing the body door sill.
structure were:
– Recessed rain channel.
– Continuous front longitudinal member
structure up to the middle of the body. – Large and well-rounded body outer panels.
– Transverse and diagonal stiffeners in the – Seamless transition of bonnet –
door shell to protect the occupants in the windscreen – roof.
event of a side impact.
The crashes for verification of the
– The footwell cross member – is designed international applicable safety standards
to transmit on the forces in the event of a were conducted at an impact speed of 64 km/
side impact. h, whereas the standard lays down a speed of
50 km/h.
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The Fabia
The restraint system and the
airbags
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The standard equipment includes: A passenger airbag, with a volume of about
100 litres, is standard equipment as from the
– Driver airbag, volume about 60 litres. Comfort equipment line.
– Front 3-point seat belts with belt tensioners Side airbags with a volume of 12 litres, are
and belt force limiters, adjustable for available as optional equipment.
height.
Driver airbag, passenger airbag, side airbags
– Belt tensioners in conjunction with side and belt tensioners are deployed electrically
airbag are ignited electrically; or by airbag control unit.
mechanically if side airbag is not deployed.
For the side airbags, acceleration sensors are
– Rear 3-point seat belts; 2-point lap belt for fitted on the right and left below the seats.
5th seat.
The deceleration for the deployment of the
– 3-point seat belts designed as inertia reel airbags is detected in the airbag control unit.
belts.
If the airbags are deployed, the fuel supply to
– Front head restraints adjustable for height the engine is automatically interrupted.
and angle, rear restraints adjustable for
height.
– Anchorage points on rear seat bench for
Isofix child seat.
– Lashing eyes for luggage in boot.
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The airbag system
The airbags are deployed on the basis of the
deceleration which occurs, the angle of the
impact and the side on which the impact
occurs. The belt tensioners are activated in the
event of a frontal collision.
Frontal collision
The driver and front passenger airbags are
deployed.
The seat belt tensioners take up the belt slack.
The fuel supply is automatically interrupted,
the hazard warning light system and the
interior lights are switched on.
The doors are unlocked automatically.
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Side impact
Only the side airbag on the side on which the
impact occurs, is deployed.
This considerably reduces the repair costs for
eliminating the accident damage.
The fuel supply is automatically interrupted,
the hazard warning light system and the
interior lights are switched on.
The doors are unlocked automatically.
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