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Why isn't the 12v socket working on the Skoda Fabia?
Answer: If the 12v socket on the Skoda Fabia stops working, the causes may be: a malfunction of the socket or the socket connector. If the problem occurs, it ... read all

Posted on 3-06-2023
How do you program the key for a Skoda Fabia?
Answer: Here is the procedure: Turn on the dashboard, leaving the key inserted, lock the car with the second key using the lock, press the open button once an... read all

Posted on 11-05-2023
What does "EPC Error" mean on Skoda Fabia?
Answer: EPC is an English acronym that stands for Electronic Power Control, which is the electronic ignition and engine power supply control system. The phras... read all

Posted on 30-04-2023
Where is the START&STOP fuse located in the Skoda Fabia?
Answer: The fuse box of the Skoda Fabia is located inside the cabin, behind a protective panel just below the steering wheel. The START&STOP fuse is located a... read all

Posted on 29-04-2023
Why did the ESP and engine malfunction warning lights come on in the Skoda Fabia?
Answer: If both the ESP light and the engine malfunction light have turned on in the dashboard of our Skoda Fabia, it is highly likely that there is a problem... read all

Posted on 21-04-2023
What does the ESP light on the Škoda Fabia indicate?
Answer: When the ESP light appears on the dashboard of the Škoda Fabia, it means that the electronic stability control program has been deactivated: this may ... read all

Posted on 18-04-2023
What does the EPC warning light on the Škoda Fabia indicate?
Answer: The EPC warning light on the Škoda Fabia is a warning of the Electronic Power Control system: when it appears on the dashboard, it means that a genera... read all

Posted on 18-04-2023
Where is the fuse for the Škoda Fabia cigarette lighter located?
Answer: The fuse for the Škoda Fabia's cigarette lighter is located in the fuse box immediately below the steering column: this fuse is indicated by the numbe... read all

Posted on 14-04-2023
What problems can the door lock on the Skoda Fabia mk2 cause me?
Answer: If the door of your Skoda Fabia doesn't open, try opening it with the second key, which being less used is certainly easier to use. If that doesn't wo... read all

Posted on 26-03-2023
What to do if the tire pressure light came on on your Skoda Fabia?
Answer: If the tire pressure warning light has come on on your Skoda Fabia, it means that one of the tires has dropped below the pressure recommended by the m... read all

Posted on 26-03-2023
Where is the air conditioning fuse located on Skoda Fabia?
Answer: On this car model from the German manufacturer, the air conditioning fuse is located inside the fuse box which is present in the passenger compartment... read all

Posted on 16-03-2023
What are the problems with the Skoda Fabia window?
Answer: If the window of your Skoda Fabia gets stuck the causes could be the following: the cable of the window regulator has failed, the seals or guides have... read all

Posted on 12-03-2023
In which position is the petrol filter located in the Skoda Fabia?
Answer: As with most cars on the road, even for the one described above, the fuel filter is positioned next to the tank, therefore in the rear area of the car... read all

Posted on 21-02-2023
What are the ignition problems with the key on the Skoda Fabia?
Answer: The only problem encountered in the Skoda Fabia 3 with the key is that when the key battery runs low, no warning appears. If the car does not start wi... read all

Posted on 15-02-2023
Where is the fuse box on the Skoda Fabia 3?
Answer: To be able to easily identify the fuses inside your Skoda Fabia third series (year 2014-2021) you just need to remove the plastic panel located immedi... read all

Posted on 11-02-2023
Why does the Skoda Fabia not detect the key?
Answer: If the Skoda Fabia does not detect the key, the reasons could be the key battery flat or the contacts in the remote control of the key which have oxid... read all

Posted on 6-01-2023
How do you reset the service spy, in the Skoda Fabia 2005?
Answer: The service warning light can be reset by following this procedure: Press and hold down the partial odometer button, turn on the ignition and wait for... read all

Posted on 20-12-2022
Why does the Skoda Fabia remote control no longer work?
Answer: If the remote control of your Skoda Fabia no longer works, we recommend checking whether the key battery is flat or demagnetised. You often manage to ... read all

Posted on 7-12-2022
Why don't the windows of the Skoda Fabia 2 roll up?
Answer: If you are unable to roll up the windows of your Skoda Fabia second series (year 2007-2014) it means that there is a problem with the electrical syste... read all

Posted on 19-11-2022
What are the red warning lights on the dashboard of the Skoda Fabia?
Answer: The red or danger warning lights on the car are the following: seat belts not fastened, low brake fluid level, parking brake engaged, power steering f... read all

Posted on 3-11-2022
What does the EPC light on the Skoda Fabia indicate?
Answer: The EPC (Electronic Power Control) warning light comes on to signal an anomaly to the system that manages the ignition and power supply of the engine:... read all

Posted on 24-10-2022
How much does the Å koda Fabia service cost?
Answer: The cost of the Å koda Fabia service depends on the maintenance operations that must be carried out: for a standard service which involves the replace... read all

Posted on 5-10-2022
What does the EPC warning light indicate on the Skoda Fabia?
Answer: The EPC warning light on the Skoda Fabia indicates that there is a fault in the engine and that it is not working properly, so it is necessary to go t... read all

Posted on 4-10-2022
How many km do you replace the timing belt of the Skoda Fabia?
Answer: The Skoda Fabia timing belt is to be replaced every 120,000 kilometers. Usually, the water pump, the belt tensioner and the bearing are also replaced ... read all

Posted on 5-09-2022
What are the spies of the Å koda Fabia?
Answer: On the instrument panel of the Å koda Fabia there are warning lights for reserve, coolant, engine oil, etc. The complete list of warning lights on the... read all

Posted on 8-08-2022
What are the yellow warning lights of the Skoda Fabia?
Answer: An example of a yellow light on the Skoda Fabia is that of the reserve which signals the need to refuel. Another is, however, that of engine failure (... read all

Posted on 24-07-2022
What to do if the Skoda Fabia power window switch no longer works?
Answer: It is possible that on the Skoda Fabia the power window switch suddenly stops working. In many cases this is due to oxidation and humidity which preve... read all

Posted on 22-07-2022
Where is the air conditioning fuse on the Skoda Fabia?
Answer: On the Skoda Fabia, the air conditioning fuse also controls the heating, parking assistance, cornering light control units and coolant fan. The box is... read all

Posted on 5-07-2022
Why did the ABS warning light come on in the Skoda Fabia?
Answer: In the event that the ABS warning light comes on on the dashboard of our Skoda Fabia, there may be a malfunction in the system, unless it was accident... read all

Posted on 17-06-2022
What is the location of the fuse boxes on the Skoda Fabia?
Answer: On this car model there are two fuse boxes, the first is located in the engine compartment near the battery and the second is located in the passenger... read all

Posted on 9-06-2022
How to replace the remote control battery of the Skoda Fabia?
Answer: To change the battery of the remote control of the Skoda Fabia it is necessary to open the bayonet key and, with the help of a screwdriver, lift the r... read all

Posted on 29-05-2022
Why is the cigarette lighter light on the Skoda Fabia not working?
Answer: If it does not work, you must immediately remind us to check its fuse, in fact it could be broken. If this is not the case, it is also necessary to ch... read all

Posted on 19-04-2022
How much does the headlight fuse cost on a Skoda Fabia?
Answer: The cost of the headlight fuse on our Skoda Octavia is around 40 cents, and you can buy it from any dealer, as well as online retail sites.... read all

Posted on 20-02-2022
How to replace the cigarette lighter fuse of a Skoda Fabia?
Answer: Let's start by opening the driver's door of our Skoda Fabia. After that, we will need to disengage and remove the side cover of the fuse box. By doing... read all

Posted on 7-09-2021
Where is the stop switch on the Skoda Fabia?
Answer: If you have problems with the ignition of the brakes on your Skoda Fabia you will probably have to replace the control that gives the ignition impulse... read all

Posted on 2-07-2021
Where is the air conditioning fuse on Skoda Fabia?
Answer: On Skoda Fabia the fuse responsible for the air conditioning is the 7.5 Ampere number 10 and is located in the fuse compartment inside the passenger c... read all

Posted on 24-06-2021
Where is the washer fluid reservoir of a Skoda Fabia located?
Answer: The washer fluid reservoir of our Skoda Fabia is located behind the front bumper. To reach it then, we will simply have to open the front hood, and th... read all

Posted on 19-06-2021
How much does the timing belt cost on Skoda Fabia?
Answer: A timing belt kit for Skoda Fabia can be found online for a price ranging from 100 to 130 €, but if you intend to take the car to the workshop for thi... read all

Posted on 13-05-2021
How much does the tailgate lock cost on a Skoda Fabia?
Answer: The new tailgate lock of our Skoda Fabia costs around 40 euros, while it is possible to pay less if the replacement is used. The lock can be purchased... read all

Posted on 7-05-2021
How to replace the key battery of a Skoda Fabia?
Answer: We will have to start by removing the internal emergency key. After that we will have to separate the key in two halves. By doing so we will have reac... read all

Posted on 4-05-2021
Where is the resistor of the interior blower Skoda Fabia?
Answer: The resistor or resistor that regulates the speed of the passenger compartment fan is located on the side of the air conveyor, right next to the fan d... read all

Posted on 19-09-2018
How much does the front light bulb cost on the Skoda Fabia?
Answer: If we are referring to the version with xenon headlights, the cost of the front bulbs (model D2S) is around 100.00 euros for both and it is suggested ... read all

Posted on 29-03-2018
How many km do you need to replace the timing chain of the Skoda Fabia 1 2?
Answer: The timing chain does not actually provide for the replacement at a very precise mileage such as the rubber belt, however near the 200,000 km it is ad... read all

Posted on 9-02-2018

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