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ŠkodaOctavia
OWNER´ S MANUAL

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  • Page 1 SIMPLY CLE VER ŠkodaOctavia OWNER´ S MANUAL...
  • Page 3 Introduction You have opted for a Škoda - our sincere thanks for your confidence in us. Your new Škoda offers you a vehicle featuring the most modern engineering and a wide range of equipment which you will undoubtedly wish to use to the full during your daily motoring. That is why, we recommend that you read this Owner's Manual attentively to enable you to become familiar with your car and all that it offers as quickly as possible.
  • Page 4 Introduction On-board literature The other chapters of the Owner's Manual are also important, however, for proper treatment of your car - in addition to regular The on-board literature for your vehicle consists of this “Owner's care and maintenance - helps to retain its value and in many Manual”...
  • Page 5 Introduction Technical Data includes the most important identification data of your vehicle.
  • Page 6 Introduction...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Layout of this Owner's Manual Starting-off and Driving Synchonisation of the remote control ......Anti-theft alarm system* ....Setting steering wheel position .
  • Page 8 Contents Towing a trailer Important safety information regarding the use Fire extinguisher* ..........of seat belts .
  • Page 9 Contents...

  • Page 10: Layout Of This Owner's Manual (Explanations)

    Layout of this Owner's Manual (explanations) Layout of this Owner's Manual (explanations) The Owner's Manual has been systematically designed, in order to make WARNING it easy for you to find and absorb the information you require. The most important notes are marked with the heading Warning. Chapters, table of contents and subject index These Warning notes draw your attention to a serious risk of acci- The text of the manual are divided into relatively short sections which are...

  • Page 11: Using The System

    Using the system Using the system Safety Driving Tips General Maintenance Breakdown assistance Technical Data...
  • Page 12 Cockpit Fig. 1 Certain items of equipment shown in the illustration are only fitted to particular model versions or are optional items of equipment.

  • Page 13: Cockpit

    Cockpit Cockpit An overview Switch for the front passenger airbag* (in front passenger stowage compartment) ......Front passenger airbag* .
  • Page 14 Cockpit − Storage compartment* ......Indicator light for a switched off front seat passenger airbag* ......... Note •...

  • Page 15: Instruments And Indicator/Warning Lights

    Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights General view of the instrument cluster Fig. 2 Instrument cluster Engine revolutions counter ⇒ page 14 − with Information display* ⇒ page 23 Coolant temperature gauge ⇒ page 14 Clock-set button / reset button Fuel gauge ⇒...

  • Page 16: Engine Revolutions Counter

    Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights Engine revolutions counter Cold range If the pointer is still in the left-hand area of the scale it means that the engine has not yet reached its operating temperature. Avoid running at ⇒ page 13, fig. 2 The start of the red zone in the revolutions counter high engine speeds, at full throttle and at severe engine loads.

  • Page 17: Speedometer

    Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights Counter for distance driven The fuel tank has a capacity of about 55 litres (on vehicles with four-wheel  drive approx. 60 litres). The warning symbol in the instrument cluster lights up when the pointer reaches the reserve marking. There are now about 8 litres of fuel remaining in the tank.

  • Page 18: Service Interval Display

    Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights Service Interval Display driven and the days until the following service interval (for this the trip counter is not set back) appears ⇒ page 16. Counter for distance driven (trip) The counter for distance driven indicates the total distance in kilometers or miles which the vehicle has been driven.

  • Page 19: Digital Clock

    Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights The following will be displayed in the information display*: Caution Service now! We recommend that you do not reset the Service Interval Display yourself The display disappears within 20 seconds after switching on the ignition. otherwise this can result in the service interval display being incorrectly The trip counter is also displayed after pressing the reset button for the trip set, which may also result in problems with operation of your vehicle.

  • Page 20: Multi-Functional Indicator (Onboard Computer)

    Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights Setting minutes Note – Turn the reset button to the right. In certain national versions the displays appear in the Imperial system of measures. WARNING The clock should not be adjusted while driving for safety reasons Memory but only when the vehicle is stationary! Multi-functional indicator (onboard...
  • Page 21 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights into the calculation of the current driving information if the trip is continued Using the system within 2 hours after switching off the ignition. The memory will be auto- matically erased, on the other hand, if the trip is interrupted for more than 2 hours.
  • Page 22 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights The following readouts of the selected memory will be set to zero by The outside temperature appears in the display when the ignition is button switched on. • average fuel consumption, The correct outside temperature will be indicated with a delay of 5 •...
  • Page 23 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights you to adapt your style of driving to the fuel consumption you wish to particular time of day you must first erase the memory at this moment in ⇒ page 19, fig. achieve. time by pressing the button If you wish to determine the average fuel consumption over a certain The maximum distance indicated in both switch positions is 9999 km.
  • Page 24 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights Warning against excessive speeds* Warning against excessive speeds This function enables you to set a speed limit, e.g. if you drive in town. A text in the display is intended to draw your attention to the fact that you have exceeded the set speed limit.

  • Page 25: Information Display

    Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights Information display* The display of text is possible in the following languages: Czech, English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese. Introduction You can select the desired language in the setting menu ⇒ page 28. The following information can be shown in the display (depending on the equipment installed on the vehicle): ⇒...
  • Page 26 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights Main menu – You can select the menu through the rocker switch . When the pushbutton is briefly pressed, the information you have selected is displayed. You can select the following information (depending on the equipment installed on the vehicle): MF Display ⇒...

  • Page 27: Audio

    Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights Display off The door, luggage compartment door and bonnet ajar warning lights up when at least one of the three items door, luggage compartment or bonnet After selecting the menu Display off the display is switched off. Press are not closed when the ignition is turned on.

  • Page 28: Navigation System

    Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights Auto Check Control Operation of the radio system is described in separate operating instruc- tions to be found in the on-board literature. Vehicle condition Navigation system* The controls for the navigation system, radio, CD player are located in the centre console on both sides of the monitor screen.
  • Page 29 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights ⇒ fig. are shown on the display under the message e.g. 01/03 15. This Red symbols display indicates that the first of a total of three error messages should be A red symbol signals danger. displayed. The respective symbols light up one after the other in an interval of 5 seconds.

  • Page 30: Settings

    Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights Three successive warning signals will sound if a red symbol appears. ⇒ page 36  Fuel level low If several operational faults of priority 1 exist, the symbols appear one after the other and are each illiminated for about 5 seconds. ⇒...
  • Page 31 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights You can change certain settings by means of the information display. The Setting units current setting is shown on the information display in the respective menu Here you can set the units for temperature, consumption and distance ⇒...

  • Page 32: Warning Lights

    Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights Warning lights An overview The warning lights indicate certain functions or faults. Fig. 19 Instrument cluster with warning lights   ⇒ page 32 Rear fog light ⇒ page 32 Turn signal lights (to the left) ...
  • Page 33 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights   ⇒ page 33 ⇒ page 39 Electromechanical power steering Traction control system (TCS)   ⇒ page 34 ⇒ page 40 Control system for exhaust Electronic stability programme (ESP)*   ⇒ page 34 ⇒...
  • Page 34 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights   Turn signal system Electronic immobiliser Either the left  or right  indicator light flashes depending on the posi- Data is compared between the ignition key and the control unit when  tion of the turn signal lever. switching on the ignition.

  • Page 35: Diesel Particle Filter

    Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights Diesel particle filter (diesel engine) If the warning light remains on despite this measure, the following text appears in the display of the instrument cluster: Engine fault Workshop!. In the diesel particle filter the resulting soot particles are In this case contact a specialist garage to obtain assistance.
  • Page 36 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights If the warning light after switching on the ignition or when driving lights up which enables you to drive to the nearest specialist garage by adopting a continuously, a fault exists in the electromechanical power steering. gentle style of driving.
  • Page 37 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights If the warning light  begins to flash while driving, a fault exists in the Front passenger airbags switched off using the switch for front engine control. The engine management system selects an emergency passenger airbags* in stowage compartment on the front passenger programme which enables you to drive to the nearest specialist garage by side: adopting a gentle style of driving.
  • Page 38 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights  In this case stop and switch the engine off and check the coolant level; Thickness of the brake pads* top up the coolant as necessary. The warning light  comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is Do not continue your journey if for some reason it is not possible under switched on.
  • Page 39 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights The following text will be displayed in the information display*: WARNING Please refuel! • If you must stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe distance from the traffic and switch off the engine and switch Note on the hazard warning light system ⇒...
  • Page 40 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights  Engine oil level* If the warning light flashes, there is a system fault. Visit the nearest specialist garage and have the fault rectified. Warning light  lights up Further information about tyre pressure-control system ⇒ page 220. ...
  • Page 41 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights The warning light comes on for a few seconds after the ignition has been WARNING (continued) switched on or when starting the engine. The warning light goes out after • an automatic check sequence has been completed. If the brake fluid is at the correct level, the ABS control function has failed.
  • Page 42 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights delay by a Škoda dealer. Further information on the EDL ⇒ page 214, Note “Electronic Differential Lock (EDL)*”. If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the warning light  comes on after switching on the ignition. The warning light must go out Note after driving a short distance.
  • Page 43 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights If the warning light  flashes (handbrake is not applied), stop and check WARNING (continued) the brake fluid level ⇒ MIN marking, do not drive any further - risk of accident! Contact a The following text will be displayed in the information display*: Škoda dealer to obtain professional assistance.

  • Page 44: Unlocking And Locking

    Unlocking and locking Unlocking and locking Keys The vehicle is supplied with two keys. Depending on the equipment fitted, ⇒ fig. your vehicle can be equipped with keys without remote control ⇒ page 43, fig. 23 with keys with light* or with keys with radio remote ⇒...

  • Page 45: Key With Light

    Unlocking and locking • Keep the groove of the keys absolutely clean as impurities (textile Replacing battery or bulb fibres, dust etc.) have a negative effect on proper operation of the keys – Insert a coin into the slot (arrow ) and press off the upper and the ignition lock.

  • Page 46: Changing The Battery Of The Radio Remote Control

    Unlocking and locking Changing the battery of the radio remote Each radio-operated key contains a battery which is housed in ⇒ fig. the cover of the transmitter housing 24. We recommend control that you have the batteries of the key replaced by a Škoda dealer. You should, however, proceed as follows if you wish to replace the battery yourself: –...

  • Page 47: Electronic Immobiliser

    Unlocking and locking • Child safety locks If it is still not be possible to unlock or lock the vehicle with the remote control even after replacing the battery this means that the system has to be synchronised ⇒ page 53. The child safety lock prevents the rear door from being opened from the inside.

  • Page 48: Central Locking System

    Unlocking and locking So long as the child safety lock is switched on it is not possible to open the If the indicator light first of all flashes fast for about 2 seconds, afterwards door from the inside with the door opening lever. In this case the door can lights up for about 30 seconds and then flashes slowly, there is a fault in the system of the central locking or the interior monitor* ⇒...
  • Page 49 Unlocking and locking • the door opens upon actuating the door-opening lever again. Note • In the event of an accident in which the airbags are deployed, the WARNING locked doors are automatically unlocked in order to enable rescuers to gain access to the vehicle.
  • Page 50 Unlocking and locking • – Turn the key in the lock of the driver's door to the left into the The windows and the electric sliding/tilting roof* are closed provided ⇒ page 47, fig. the key is held in the locking position. opening position •...
  • Page 51 Unlocking and locking Locking all doors and the boot lid Note ⇒ page 48, fig.  – Press button 28. The symbol in the button The door opening lever and the buttons for the central locking system do comes on. not operate if the safe securing system is activated.
  • Page 52 Unlocking and locking – Re-insert the panel. Closing the boot lid – Pull the boot lid down and close it with a slight swing ⇒ After closing the door, you can no longer open it from outside. If the child safety lock is not switched on, it is possible to open the door from the A handle which makes the closing easier is located on the inner paneling inside by pulling twice on the door handle.
  • Page 53 Unlocking and locking Emergency unlocking of the boot lid (Octavia) Emergency unlocking of the boot lid (Estate car) Fig. 31 Emergency Fig. 32 Emergency unlocking of the boot unlocking of the boot If there is a fault in the central locking, you can open the boot lid If there is a fault in the central locking, you can open the boot lid as follows: as follows:...

  • Page 54: Remote Control

    Unlocking and locking Remote control* Unlocking and locking car Description You can use the remote control: • to unlock and lock the car, • unlocking boot lid, • Opening and closing window. The transmitter with the battery is housed in the handle of the master key. The receiver is located in the interior of the car.

  • Page 55: Synchonisation Of The Remote Control

    Unlocking and locking Folding out of the key Note – Press button • Operate the radio remote control only when the doors and boot lid are closed and you have visual contact with the vehicle. Folding up of the key •...

  • Page 56: Anti-Theft Alarm System

    Unlocking and locking • Anti-theft alarm system* A drop in voltage of the on-board power supply. An alarm is immediately triggered if either of the two battery terminals is disconnected while the anti-theft alarm system is activated. Description How is the alarm switched off? The anti-theft alarm system increases the level of protection against You switch the alarm off if you unlock the car with the radio remote control people seeking to break into the vehicle.
  • Page 57 Unlocking and locking  Interior monitor* The interior monitor is switched on again automatically the next time the car is locked. The interior monitor detects movements inside the car and then triggers the alarm. Note • You can also switch off the interior monitor, by deactivating the safe securing system ⇒...

  • Page 58: Power Windows

    Unlocking and locking – Open the driver door. Opening a window – A window is opened by pressing lightly on the respective  – Press the button at the centre colum on the driver side button in the door. The process stops when one releases the ⇒...
  • Page 59 Unlocking and locking Safety pushbutton* Switches in front passenger door and in rear doors You can deactivate the buttons for the rear doors using the safety button ⇒ page 56, fig. 36. The buttons for power windows at rear doors are activated again by pressing the safety pushbutton again.
  • Page 60 Unlocking and locking – Additionally you can close the window automatically (fully The force limiter is only switched off, if you attempt to close the window within the next 10 seconds - the window closes now with full strength! closed) by pressing the switch up up to the stop. Renewed pressing of the button causes the window to stop immediately.

  • Page 61: Electric Sliding/Tilting Roof

    Unlocking and locking Proceed as follows to close the window fully: WARNING • Turn the key in the lock of the driver door into the closing position and The system is fitted with a force limiter ⇒ page 58. The closing hold it there until all of the windows are closed.
  • Page 62 Unlocking and locking ⇒ page 59, The sliding/tilting roof is operated by means of the control dial The wind noise in the comfort position is less than when the roof is fully fig. 38 and only functions when the ignition is switched on. The control dial opened.
  • Page 63 Unlocking and locking Convenience operation Emergency operation You can also close an open sliding/tilting roof from the outside. – Turn the key in the lock of the driver door into the closing posi- tion or press the closing button of the radio remote control until the sliding/tilting roof is closed ⇒...
  • Page 64 Unlocking and locking – Position the flat blade of a screwdriver carefully against the ⇒ page 61, rear edge of the cover of the power roof drive fig. – Pull the cover down. – Take the crank handle out of the inside of the cover. –...

  • Page 65: Lights

    Lights and Visibility Lights and Visibility Lights Switching off all lights – Turn the light switch into position.  Switching lights on and off Low beam comes on only if the ignition is switched on. After switching off the ignition, the low beam is switched off automatically and only the side lights come on.
  • Page 66 Lights and Visibility • The switching on of the described lights should only be undertaken in Switching on automatic driving lamp control* accordance with the legal requirements. ⇒ page 63, fig. 41  – Turn the light switch into position •...
  • Page 67 Lights and Visibility Switching on the fog lights WARNING ⇒ fig. 43   – First of all turn the light switch into position The automatic driving lamp control only operates as a support. The – After this pull the light switch out to the first detent driver is not released from his responsibility to inspect the light and if necessary to switch on the light depending on the light conditions.
  • Page 68 Lights and Visibility Coming/Leaving Home Function* On vehicles fitted with automatic driving lamp control you can also switch ⇒ page 63, fig.  the light switch in the position 41. The function Coming Home is controlled with the light sensor in the mount of the interior rear This function makes it possible to switch on the lights for a short mirror.
  • Page 69 Lights and Visibility   Instrument lighting* Headlight range adjustment You can adjust the brightness of the instrument lighting. Once the low beam is switched on you can then adapt the range of the headlights to the load of the vehicle. Fig.
  • Page 70 Lights and Visibility The hazard warning light system is switched on automatically if an airbag Note is deployed in the event of an accident. Headlights fitted with Xenon bulbs* adapt automatically to the load and Please comply with any legal requirements when using the hazard driving state of the vehicle (e.g.
  • Page 71 Lights and Visibility The turn signal and main beam lever perform the following func- Information concerning the function of the lights. • tions: The turn signal system only operates when the ignition is switched on. The corresponding indicator light  ...

  • Page 72: Interior Lighting

    Lights and Visibility Interior lighting – On the version without reading lights press the switch into  the middle position Front interior lighting and lighting of storage Reading lights* compartment on front passenger side – Press on one of the switches in order to switch the right or left reading light on or off.
  • Page 73 Lights and Visibility Rear interior lighting* Front door warning light* Fig. 49 Roof liner light Fig. 50 Front door: at the rear Warning light ⇒ fig. 49 ⇒ fig. The rear interior lighting is actuated by moving the switch to the The warning light is located in the door trim panel below symbol ...

  • Page 74: Visibility

    Lights and Visibility Visibility Entry lighting* The lighting is positioned on the bottom edge of the exterior mirror. Rear window heater The light beam is directed towards the entry area of the front door. The light comes on after the doors have been locked or on opening the boot lid.
  • Page 75 Lights and Visibility WARNING Note • The position and the shape of the switch can differ depending on The sun visors must not be swivelled to the side windows into the equipment installed in the vehicle. deployment area of the head airbags if any objects, such as ball- •...
  • Page 76 Lights and Visibility Sun screen* Unrolling – Pull the sun screen at the loop and hang it in the brackets ⇒ fig. Rolling up – Take the sun screen out of the brackets and hold it at the loop so that it can roll up slowly and without damage into the housing on the luggage compartment cover.

  • Page 77: Windshield Wiper And Wash System

    Lights and Visibility Windshield wiper and wash system – Set with the switch the desired break between the indi- vidual wiper strokes Windscreen wipers Slow wipe – Position the lever up into position You can operate the windscreen wipers and automatic wipe/wash using the windscreen wiper lever.
  • Page 78 Lights and Visibility Automatic wipe/wash for the rear window pane* Winter position If the windscreen wipers are in rest position, they cannot be folded out – Press the lever from the steering wheel forward into the from the windscreen. For this reason we recommend adjusting the wind- sprung position , the wash system sprays immediately, the screen wipers in winter so that they can be folded out from the windscreen...
  • Page 79 Lights and Visibility Replacing wiper blades for the windscreen wipers Note • ⇒ page 75, If the slower or the faster wiper setting is switched on fig. 55 and the vehicle speed decreases to below 4 km/h, the next lower wiper step is switched on automatically.
  • Page 80 Lights and Visibility ⇒ page 77, fig. 56 – Take off the wiper blade in direction of arrow WARNING (continued) ⇒ • Replace the windscreen wiper blades once or twice a year for Attaching a wiper blade safety reasons. Windscreen wiper blades are available from Škoda dealers.

  • Page 81: Rear-View Mirror

    Lights and Visibility Attaching a wiper blade Automatic dimming interior mirror* – Position the wiper blade onto the wiper arm and lock the locking button – Check whether the wiper blade is correctly attached. The same remarks apply here as for ⇒ page 77, “Replacing wiper blades for the windscreen wipers”.

  • Page 82: Exterior Mirrors

    Lights and Visibility • Do not affix any stickers in front of the light sensor, so that you do not Adjusting left and right exterior mirrors simultaneously impair the automatic dimming function or put it out of operation.  – Turn the rotary knob to position .
  • Page 83 Lights and Visibility Note • Do not touch the surface of the exterior mirrors if the exterior mirror heater is switched on. • You can set the exterior mirrors by hand, if the power setting function fails at any time, by pressing on the edge of the mirror surface. •...

  • Page 84: Seats And Stowage

    Seats and Stowage Seats and Stowage Front seats WARNING (continued) event of an accident. If an airbag is deployed, you may suffer fatal Basic information injuries when adopting an incorrect seated position! • It is important for the driver and front passenger to maintain a distance of at least 25 cm from the steering wheel or dash panel.
  • Page 85 Seats and Stowage Adjusting the front seats Adjusting angle of backrest – Relieve any pressure on the backrest (do not lean on it) and ⇒ page 83, fig. 60 turn the handwheel to adjust the desired angle of the backrest. Adjusting lumbar support* –...

  • Page 86: Adjusting Front Seats Electrically

    Seats and Stowage Adjusting front seats electrically* – Press the switch top in order to adjust the curvature of the lumbar support higher. Adjusting seats – Press the switch bottom in order to adjust the curvature of the lumbar support lower. Switch is operated in order to move the seat up/down and forward/back, while switch...
  • Page 87 Seats and Stowage Storing setting – Engage reverse gear. – Move the right exterior mirror into the desired position ⇒ page 80. – Switch back into its original position. The set position of the exterior mirror is stored in the current memory. Memory buttons Memory for the seat offers the possibility to store the individual driver seat and external mirror position.
  • Page 88 Seats and Stowage Assigning remote control to the memory buttons Retrieving settings of the seat and mirrors You can retrieve the stored settings either with the After storing the settings of the seat and exterior mirrors, you memory buttons or with the remote control*. have 10 seconds in order to assign the remote control to the appropriate memory button.

  • Page 89: Head Restraints

    Seats and Stowage The mirror returns back into its initial position, after the rotary knob is  moved out of the position and put into another position or if the speed is more than 15 km/h. Emergency Off You can interrupt the setting operation at any time, if you operate any button of the driver seat.

  • Page 90: Heating The Front Seats

    Seats and Stowage Heating the front seats* Removing and installing a head restraint – Pull the head restraint up out of the backrest of the seat as far as the stop (on the rear head restraints fold forward the seat backrest).

  • Page 91: Rear Seats

    Seats and Stowage Note • The seat heating should only be switched on when the engine is running. This has a significant effect of saving on the battery capacity. • If the on-board voltage drops, the seat heating is switched off automat- ically, in order to provide sufficient electrical energy for the engine control.
  • Page 92 Seats and Stowage damaged or soiled. Please refer to the guidelines ⇒ page 92, “Luggage – Fold the rear seats back into its original position. compartment”. WARNING • Folding the rear seats back into position The belts and the belt locks must be in their original position after folding back the rear seats and seat backrests - they must be ready to use.

  • Page 93: Pedals

    Seats and Stowage Remove the rear seats Armrest of rear seats* Fig. 69 Remove the Fig. 70 Rear seats: rear seats Armrest You can enlarge the luggage compartment on vehicles with – You can fold down the armrest at the loop to enhance occu- divided rear seats* by removing the rear seat.

  • Page 94: Luggage Compartment

    Seats and Stowage sponds to 20 times its own weight. This means that it results in a weight WARNING (continued) of approx. 90 kg. You can imagine the injuries that can occur, if this “bullet” • is flying through the interior compartment and hits an occupant. Do not place any footmats or other additional floor coverings in the area of the pedals in order to ensure that all the pedals can be fully depressed and are able to return unobstructed to their initial...
  • Page 95 Seats and Stowage Note ⇒ page 264, fig. Tyre pressure must be adjusted to the load 199. Lashing eyes Fig. 72 Luggage compartment: Lashing eyes (Estate car) Eyes are located on the sides of the loading area for lashing the goods to be loaded.
  • Page 96 Seats and Stowage Note On vehicles in the version Octavia, the top front lashing eyes are located ⇒ page 93, fig. behind the seat backrest Fixing nets - Net programme Octavia* Fig. 74 Fixing net: Vertical pocket ⇒ fig. 73 Fixing examples of the fixing net as horizontal pocket and vertical ⇒...
  • Page 97 Seats and Stowage Fixing nets - Net programme estate car* The fixing net and the installation instruction are located in a container under the floor covering of the luggage compartment behind the spare wheel. WARNING The whole strength of the net makes it possible to load the pocket with objects of up to 1.5 kg in weight.
  • Page 98 Seats and Stowage Folding double hooks for attaching small items of luggage, such as bags Fixing of the floor covering of the luggage ⇒ page 95, fig. 77 etc. are provided on one or both sides of the luggage compartment compartment depending on the equipment installed in the vehicle.
  • Page 99 Seats and Stowage ⇒ fig. 79 cover with a hook to the luggage compartment cover (Octavia) Luggage compartment cover* (Octavia) if one needs to reach the spare wheel or to the frame of the boot lid (estate You can use the luggage compartment cover behind the ⇒...
  • Page 100 Seats and Stowage WARNING No objects should be placed on the luggage compartment cover, the vehicle occupants could be endangered if there is sudden braking or the vehicle collides with something. Caution Please ensure that the heating elements of the rear window heater are not damaged as a result of objects placed in this area.

  • Page 101: Net Partition (Estate)

    Seats and Stowage Caution Please ensure that the heating elements of the rear window heater and luggage compartment cover are not damaged as a result of objects placed in this area. Net partition (Estate)* Use behind the rear seats Fig. 86 Unrolling net partition Unrolling –...
  • Page 102 Seats and Stowage – Pull the cross rod back slightly, first on the one side then on Use behind the front seats the other side and take the cross rod out of the mount ⇒ page 99, fig. – Hold the cross rod in such a way that the net partition can roll up slowly and without damage into housing –...
  • Page 103 Seats and Stowage – Hold the cross rod in such a way that the net partition can roll Removing and installing net partition housing up slowly and without damage into housing – Fold the rear seats back into its original position. WARNING •...

  • Page 104: Roof Rack

    Seats and Stowage Roof rack* Note A roof rail is obtainable from a specialist garage if hasn't been fitted onto Description an estate car at the works. Pay attention to the following points if you wish to transport luggage or other items on the roof of your vehicle: Lashing points (Octavia) •...

  • Page 105: Cup Holder

    Seats and Stowage • Cup holder The figure is not valid for an estate car. Cup holder in front centre console Roof load Distribute weight evenly over the roof luggage rack system. The maximum permissible roof load (including roof rack system) of 75 kg and the maximum permissible total weight of the vehicle should not be exceeded.

  • Page 106: Note Holder

    Seats and Stowage Note holder Cup holder in rear centre console* Fig. 91 Centre console Fig. 92 Windscreen: at rear: Cup holder Note holder ⇒ fig. 91 – Press on the panel in the area - the cup holder The note holder is designed e.g. for attaching a car park ticket in parking comes out.

  • Page 107: Ashtrays

    Seats and Stowage Ashtrays WARNING Never lay flammable objects in the ashtray basin - risk of fire! Front ashtray Rear ashtray - low centre console Fig. 93 Centre console: Front ashtray Opening ashtray Fig. 94 Low centre console: Rear ashtray –...

  • Page 108: Cigarette Lighter*, Power Sockets

    Seats and Stowage Insert ashtray insert WARNING – Insert the ashtray insert into the mount and press it in. Never lay flammable objects in the ashtray basin - risk of fire! There is a drinks can holder attached to the inner side of the ashtray cover.
  • Page 109 Seats and Stowage Using the cigarette lighter Note ⇒ page 106, fig. – Press in the button of the cigarette lighter • Connecting electrical components when the engine is not running will drain the battery of the vehicle - risk of battery draining! –...

  • Page 110: Storage Compartments

    Seats and Stowage Further information ⇒ page 270, “Accessories, changes and replacement WARNING of parts”. • Please do not place anything on top of the dash panel. Such objects might slide or fall down when driving (when accelerating or cornering) and may distract you from concentrating on the traffic Storage compartments situation - risk of accident! •...
  • Page 111 Seats and Stowage – Raise the lid and press it until the catch is heard to engage. – You can switch the cooling system on or off using the control ⇒ fig. dial There is a holder for a pen and note book on the inside of the lid. Opening the air inlet when the air conditioning system is on causes fresh or interior air to flow into the storage compartment.
  • Page 112 Seats and Stowage WARNING (continued) WARNING • The pull-out storage compartment must always be kept closed The storage compartment must always be closed when driving for when driving for safety reasons. safety reasons. • Do not put any highly inflammable objects or objects which are sensitive to heat (e.g.
  • Page 113 Seats and Stowage Stowage compartment for spectacles* Storage compartment in the front doors Fig. 103 Detail of the headliner: Stowage Fig. 104 Storage compartment for spec- compartment in the tacles front doors – Press on the lid of the stowage compartment, the stowage A bottle holder is located in the area of the storage compartment for ⇒...
  • Page 114 Seats and Stowage Stowage compartment below front passenger seat* Front seat armrest with stowage compartment* Fig. 105 Front passenger seat: Fig. 106 Armrest: Storage compartment Storage compartment The storage compartment is foreseen for storing small objects of up to 1.5 kg. in weight. ⇒...
  • Page 115 Seats and Stowage Opening stowage compartment You can use the storage compartment, for example, to temper drinks cans, etc. – Open the lid of the armrest in the direction of arrow ⇒ page 112, fig. 106. If you do not use the air inlet in the storage compartment, the end cover should always be kept closed.
  • Page 116 Seats and Stowage WARNING The storage compartment is not a substitute for the ashtray and must also not be used for such purposes - risk of fire! Seat backrest with opening for skis* Fig. 110 Luggage compartment: Unlock button After folding open the armrest and the lid, an opening in the seat backrest becomes visible through which you can push long objects e.g.
  • Page 117 Seats and Stowage Closing – Fold the lid and the armrest up to the stop in upward direction - the lid must click into place audibly. Ensure that the armrest is always locked into place after closing. You can recognize this on the fact that the red field above the unlocking button of the luggage compartment is not visible.
  • Page 118 Seats and Stowage – Pull the securing belt tight at the free end of the belt Side compartment* Stowing – Fold the lid and the armrest up to the stop in upward direction - the lid must click into place audibly. You can recognize this on the fact that the red field above the unlocking button ⇒...
  • Page 119 Seats and Stowage Stowage compartment behind the rear seats (estate WARNING car) Only place small and light objects up to a total weight of 3 kg into the stowage compartment. In the event of a vehicle collision heavy objects could be thrown out of the compartment - risk of injuries! For this reason, the front part of the luggage compartment cover must always cover over the stowage compartment.
  • Page 120 Seats and Stowage WARNING (continued) • Use the hooks for hanging only light items of clothing and ensure that there are no heavy or sharp-edged objects in the pockets. • Do not use clothes hangers for hanging up items of clothing otherwise this will interfere with the protection offered by the head airbag*.

  • Page 121: Heating

    Heating and air conditioning system Heating and air conditioning system Heating Controlling blower – Turn the blower switch into one of the positions, 1 to 4, in order to switch the blower on. Using the system – Turn the blower switch into position 0 in order to switch the The heating system delivers air into the interior of the blower off.
  • Page 122 Heating and air conditioning system • The heating effect is dependent upon the coolant temperature, thus full Close the air outlet vents 4 heat output only occurs when the engine has reached its operating Keeping windscreen and side windows demisted temperature.
  • Page 123 Heating and air conditioning system Fresh air mode - ventilation recirculated air mode on again from this setting by repeatedly pressing button  Non pre-warmed fresh air streams through the air inlet nozzles 3 and 4 for the following settings. WARNING Recirculated air mode must not be switched on.
  • Page 124 Heating and air conditioning system Air outlet vents Close air outlet vents – Turn the vertical thumbwheel into the end position. Redirecting air flow – Swivel upward or downward the grille of the vents in order to change the direction of the air flow using the vertically arranged thumbwheel.

  • Page 125: Climatic* (Semi-Automatic Air Conditioning System)

    Heating and air conditioning system Climatic* (semi-automatic air distribution of the air flow out of the vents (in particular at the leg area) and large differences in temperature, for example when getting out of the conditioning system) vehicle, can result in chills in sensitive persons. The air inlet in front of the windscreen must be free of ice, snow or leaves in order to ensure that the heating and cooling systems operate properly.
  • Page 126 Heating and air conditioning system Using the system Control for air distribution – You can adjust the direction of the inlet air flow ⇒ page 127 using air distribution regulator switching cooling on and off ⇒ fig. – Press the button 119.
  • Page 127 Heating and air conditioning system • The used air streams out through the air removal openings in the Open air outlet vents 3 and point towards the side window luggage compartment. Close the air outlet vents 4 • If the cooling system has not been switched on for a lengthy period, Switch on the cooling system by pressing button odours may be produced at the evaporator because of deposits.
  • Page 128 Heating and air conditioning system • Control dial in the position 4, supplies the interior of the car with Recirculated air mode fresh air. • In recirculated air mode air is sucked out of the interior of After brief airing, turn the control dial to the position 2 or 3 the vehicle and then fed back into the interior.
  • Page 129 Heating and air conditioning system Air outlet vents Close air outlet vents – Turn the vertical thumbwheel into the end position. Redirecting air flow – Swivel upward or downward the grille of the vents in order to change the direction of the air flow using the vertically arranged thumbwheel.

  • Page 130: Climatronic* (Automatic Air Conditioning)

    Heating and air conditioning system Climatronic* (automatic air conditioning) It recommended to open the windows or the doors of a vehicle for which the interior has been strongly heated through the effect of direct sunlight in order to allow the heated air to escape. Description The cooling system should not be switched on while travelling when the window is open.
  • Page 131 Heating and air conditioning system The air inlet in front of the windscreen must be free of ice, snow or leaves Note in order to ensure that the heating and cooling systems operate properly. • If the cooling system has not been switched on for a lengthy period, The AC compressor is switched off at a high coolant temperature in order odours may be produced at the evaporator because of deposits.
  • Page 132 Heating and air conditioning system Overview of the controls Setting of the temperature for the left side. Rear window heater ⇒ page 72 The controls enable a separate setting of the temperature  Defrosting the windscreen for the left and right side. Control dial for: −...
  • Page 133 Heating and air conditioning system – Press the button - the warning light lights up in the Please note that, in the ECON mode, the interior temperature cannot be AUTO lower than the outside temperature. The interior is not cooled and the air button.
  • Page 134 Heating and air conditioning system Recirculated air mode Setting temperature In recirculated air mode air is sucked out of the interior of You can separate the interior temperature for the left and right the vehicle and then fed back into the interior. side separately.
  • Page 135 Heating and air conditioning system ⇒ page 130, fig. 122 – Turn the control dial to the left (reduce Air outlet vents blower speed) or right (increase blower speed). Switch off the blowers, the Climatronic is switched off and on the displays appears OFF.

  • Page 136: Auxiliary Heating (Auxiliary Heating And Ventilation)

    Heating and air conditioning system Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and Close air outlet vents – Turn the vertical thumbwheel into the end position. ventilation)* Redirecting air flow Description – Swivel upward or downward the grille of the vents in order to change the direction of the air flow using the vertically The auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and ventilation) arranged thumbwheel.
  • Page 137 Heating and air conditioning system Using the system – In the menu Aux. Heating select the menu Running time and set the desired operating period in steps of 1 minute. The So that the auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and ventila- operating period can be 5 to 60 minutes.
  • Page 138 Heating and air conditioning system The last programmed pre-set time remains active. Direct switching on/off The active pre-set time can be changed in the menu Aux. Heating in the menu Activation by selecting a pre-set time. The prerequisite for the correct switching on of the auxiliary heating (auxil- iary heating and ventilation) according to the programmed pre-set time is the correct setting of the current time ⇒...
  • Page 139 Heating and air conditioning system • When driving, the auxiliary heating can only be switched on, if the exte- WARNING (continued) rior temperature is lower than 5 °C. • • The exhaust pipe of the auxiliary heating is located on the The air inlet in front of the windscreen must be free of ice, snow or underside of the vehicle.

  • Page 140: Starting-Off And Driving

    Starting-off and Driving Starting-off and Driving Setting steering wheel position You can set the height and the forward/back position of the steering wheel to the desired position. – Adjust the driver seat ⇒ page 82. ⇒ fig. 127 down ⇒ –...

  • Page 141: Ignition Lock

    Starting-off and Driving - heating glow plugs on, ignition switched on WARNING (continued) • You should not switch on any major electrical components during the way (e.g. in the middle of the steering wheel or at the inner steering heating period otherwise the vehicle battery will be drained unnecessarily. wheel edge).

  • Page 142: Starting Engine

    Starting-off and Driving The engine running noises may at first be louder for a short time after WARNING starting the cold engine until oil pressure can be built up in the hydraulic • valve clearance compensation. This is quite normal and is not an oper- When driving, the ignition key must always be in the ignition ating problem.

  • Page 143: Switching The Engine Off

    Starting-off and Driving • Petrol engines The glow plug warning light will come on for about one second if the engine is at a normal operating temperature or if the outside temperature is above +5°C. This means that you can start the engine right away. These engines are fitted with a starter system which selects the correct •...

  • Page 144: Shifting (Manual Gearbox)

    Starting-off and Driving Shifting (manual gearbox) Caution you should not switch the engine off right away at the end of your journey after the engine has been operated for a lengthy period at high loads but should be allowed it to run at idling speed for about 2 minutes. This prevents any accumulation of heat when the engine is switched off.

  • Page 145: Handbrake

    Starting-off and Driving • Depress the clutch pedal fully when changing gears, in order to avoid The handbrake warning light  lights up when the handbrake is applied, unnecessary wear and damage. provided the ignition is on. A warning signal sounds and the following text appears in the display* if you have inadvertently driven off with the handbrake applied: Handbrake "Handbrake on"...

  • Page 146: Rear Parking Aid

    Starting-off and Driving Rear parking aid* Activating The parking aid is activated automatically when reverse gear is engaged and the ignition is turned on. This is confirmed by a brief acknowledge- The parking aid provides a warning of obstacles behind ment signal.

  • Page 147: Front And Rear Parking Aid

    Starting-off and Driving Front and rear parking aid* The audible parking aid determines the distance between the front or rear bumper and an obstacle with the aid of ultrasound sensors. The sensors are integrated in the front and rear bumper. The signal tones for the front The parking aid provides a warning of obstacles in front parking aid sound higher than for the rear parking aid.

  • Page 148: Cruise Control System (Ccs)

    Starting-off and Driving Cruise control system (CCS)* WARNING (continued) • You should therefore satisfy yourself, before reversing, that Introduction there is no small obstacle, such as a rock, thin post, trailer drawbar etc., in front or behind your vehicle. Such an obstacle might not be within the range detected by the sensors.
  • Page 149 Starting-off and Driving Storing a speed The stored speed will be cancelled in the memory. You then have to re- store the desired speed. One can reduce the speed in the usual manner. The system is switched off temporarily by actuating the brake or clutch pedal ⇒ page 148. WARNING First ensure that it is not too high for the traffic conditions which exist at that moment before resuming the stored speed.
  • Page 150 Starting-off and Driving – Holding down the pushbutton pressed in the SET position will Switching off the cruise control system completely cause the speed of the vehicle to reduce continuously. Once the car has reached the desired speed, release the button. ⇒...

  • Page 151: Automatic Gearbox

    Automatic gearbox Automatic gearbox 6-speed automatic gearbox* – Wait a moment until the gearbox has shifted (a slight engage- ment nudge can be felt). – Release the brake pedal and depress the accelerator ⇒ Introduction Stopping for a short time Your car is equipped with an electronically controlled 6-speed automatic gearbox.
  • Page 152 Automatic gearbox WARNING • Do not depress the accelerator when changing the position of the selector lever if the car is stationary and the engine is running - risk of accident! • Never move the selector lever into position R or P when driving - risk of an accident! •...
  • Page 153 Automatic gearbox The brake pedal must be depressed and at the same time the Shiftlock The gearbox does not shift into the 6th gear in the position S, because the must be pressed, if you wish to obtain the selector lever positions R, P or maximum speed is achieved with the 5th gear.
  • Page 154 Automatic gearbox in the instrument cluster as a reminder for the driver when the selector without taking into account the current selector lever position (D, S or lever is in position P and N Tiptronic). The gearbox shifts down to one or several gears in line with the driving state and the vehicle accelerates.
  • Page 155 Automatic gearbox gear matching the speed of the car and this allows you to accelerate rapidly (e.g. when overtaking) without having to depress the accelerator pedal fully into the kickdown range. The original programme will be reac- tivated to match your particular style of driving once the gearbox has shifted up again.
  • Page 156 Automatic gearbox When you accelerate, the gearbox shifts up automatically in gears 1, 2, 3, Selector lever-emergency unlocking 4 and 5 into the next higher gear just before the maximum permissible engine speed is reached. If you select a lower gear, the automatic gearbox does not shift down until there is no risk of the engine overrevving (does not apply to shifting from 2nd to the 1st gear).
  • Page 157 Automatic gearbox – Simultaneously press the shiftlock button in the handle of the selector lever in the position N Tow-starting and towing vehicle Tow-starting a vehicle It is not possible to tow-start vehicles fitted with automatic gearbox ⇒ page 283. you can use jump-start cables connected to the battery of another vehicle for starting your car if the vehicle battery is flat ⇒...

  • Page 158: Automatic Gearbox Dsg

    Automatic gearbox DSG Automatic gearbox DSG Automatic gearbox DSG* – Press the Shiftlock button (button in handle of the selector lever), move the selector lever into the desired position, e.g. D ⇒ page 157, and then release the Shiftlock button. Introduction –...
  • Page 159 Automatic gearbox DSG speed of the engine to be reached before engaging a drive position in the Selector lever positions selector lever. WARNING • Do not depress the accelerator when changing the position of the selector lever if the car is stationary and the engine is running - risk of accident! •...
  • Page 160 Automatic gearbox DSG ⇒ fig. lighted 142. In the positions D and S the gear you have engaged will D - Drive, position for driving forward be additionally displayed on the display. When the selector lever is in this position, the forward gears are shifted up and down automatically in line with engine load, vehicle speed and the P - Parklock dynamic shift programme.
  • Page 161 Automatic gearbox DSG Shiftlock button WARNING (continued) The Shiftlock button in the handle of selector lever prevents certain engaged when the car is stationary. The vehicle would otherwise selector lever positions being engaged inadvertently. The selector lever immediately start off - also when the handbrake is firmly applied - lock is cancelled when you press the Shiftlock button.
  • Page 162 Automatic gearbox DSG Dynamic shift programme Tiptronic The Tiptronic allows the driver to also shift gears manually. The automatic gearbox of your vehicle is controlled electronically. Shifting up and down through the gears is performed automatically on the basis of pre-defined driving programmes.
  • Page 163 Automatic gearbox DSG Switching over to manual shifting Emergency programme – Push the selector lever to the right out of position D. As soon An emergency programme exists in the event of a fault in as the gearbox has switched over, 6 5 4 3 2 1 appears in the the system.
  • Page 164 Automatic gearbox DSG Selector lever-emergency unlocking (DSG) – Simultaneously press the shiftlock button in the handle of the selector lever in the position N Tow-starting and towing vehicle Tow-starting a vehicle It is not possible to tow-start vehicles fitted with automatic gearbox ⇒...

  • Page 165: Communication

    Communication Communication Multifunction steering wheel* Button Radio Cassette Button for stored without function Title search Operating the radio system transmitter forward   forward  Increase volume  Decrease volume Button for stored without function Title search transmitter back  back ...
  • Page 166 Communication Radio and mobile phone operation The driver can set the basic functions of the radio and mobile phone system by simply operating the buttons on the steering wheel so that he can concentrate on the traffic situation without being distracted as little as ⇒...

  • Page 167: Universal Telephone Preinstallation With Voice Control

    Communication ⇒ fig. 148 ⇒ page 164, The buttons apply for the respective operating mode of the current radio or the button  on the multifunction steering wheel system. fig. 147. A phone phonebook is part of the mobile phone preinstallation with voice control.
  • Page 168 Communication Optimum understanding of the voice commands depends on the Note following factors: • • Please also refer to the additional instructions ⇒ page 175, “Mobile Speak with a normal tone of voice without intonation and excessive phones and two-way radio systems”. voice pauses.
  • Page 169 Communication Inserting the mobile phone and adapter Mobile phone operation – First of all push the adapter in the direction of arrow ⇒ page 166, fig. 149 up to the stop into the mount. Press the adapter slightly downwards, until it locks securely into posi- tion.
  • Page 170 Communication • You can scroll through the telephone memory for individual names or Voice commands ⇒ page 167, fig. menus by briefly pressing the rocker switch 150. • You can scroll for letters alphabetically within the telephone memory Voice commands for mobile phone operation by pressing the rocker switch at the bottom for a lengthy period.
  • Page 171 Communication Other possible commands After this command the PIN code can be entered. The entry of the PIN code is only possible if: Voice command Activity • The ignition and DIAL The telephone number is selected. • the mobile phone are switched on. The name and the telephone number are STORE stored in the phone phonebook or the entered...
  • Page 172 Communication You can interrupt the dialogue at any time by pressing the PTT button or Voice command Announcement with the voice command CANCEL. “Possible commands are: dial, repeat, back, delete or more digits” “Five Seven Two” Select number FIVE SEVEN TWO DIAL “The number is being dialed”...

  • Page 173: Phone Phonebook

    Communication Phone Phonebook* Example for storing in the phone phonebook Voice command Announcement Store name SAVE/STORE “The name please” NAME/NUMBER – Press the PTT button. COMPANY XYZ “Please repeat the name” COMPANY XYZ “The number please” – Give the command SAVE/STORE NAME/NUMBER after the signal tone.
  • Page 174 Communication Example for selecting an entry out of the phone phonebook – Give the command DELETE NAMES/NAME after the signal tone. Voice command Announcement SELECT NAMES/NAME “The name please” After giving this command, there is the possibility to erase a stored entry in the phone phone book.

  • Page 175: Bluetooth

    Communication After giving this command there is the possibility to erase the complete Voice command Announcement phone phone book or the individually stored names out of the phone If no entry is put in, the following announcement is made after about 5 phone book.
  • Page 176 – If the hands-free system on the display of the mobile tele- system only to such an extent, so that you are in full control of your phone announces Skoda UHV, enter the PIN 1234 within 30 vehicle at any time - risk of accident! seconds and wait, until the connection is established.

  • Page 177: Mobile Phones And Two-Way Radio Systems

    Communication devices. If your mobile phone is e.g. in a jacket pocket, this can lead to You should also be aware of the fact that only an external aerial makes it difficulties when establishing the Bluetooth connection with the handsfree- possible to achieve the optimal range of such equipment.

  • Page 178: The Cd Changer

    Communication The CD changer* Loading a CD to one definite position – Touch button . The LEDs in the buttons light up at the memory spaces, which are already assigned and flash in the case of free memory spaces. – Touch the desired button and guide the CD into the CD- case Ejecting a CD...

  • Page 179: Safety

    Passive Safety Safety Passive Safety Basic information Safety equipment The safety equipment is part of the occupant protection Driving the safe way and it can reduce the risk of injuries in accident situations. Passive safety measures reduce the risk of injury in acci- “Do not put at risk”...
  • Page 180 Passive Safety • Adopt the correct seated position ⇒ page 179, “Correct seated posi- For this reason you will be provided with information on why this equip- ment is very important, how it protects you and the occupants, what tion”. Also inform your occupants to adopt the correct seated position. •...

  • Page 181: Correct Seated Position

    Passive Safety Correct seated position Correct seated position for the driver Correct seated position for the driver is important for safe and relaxed driving. Fig. 153 The correct head restraint adjust- ment for the driver For your own safety and to reduce the risk of injury in the event of an acci- dent, we recommend the following setting: •...
  • Page 182 Passive Safety • Adjust the front passenger seat as far as possible to the rear. WARNING • Adjust the head restraint so that the top edge of the head restraint is • ⇒ page 179, fig. at the same level as the upper part of your head 153.
  • Page 183 Passive Safety Correct seated position for the occupants on the rear Examples of an incorrect seated position seats An incorrect seated position can lead to severe injuries or Occupants on the rear seats must sit upright, keep the feet death for the occupants. in the footwell and must have their seat belts correctly Seat belts offer their optimum protection only if the webbing of the seat fastened.
  • Page 184 Passive Safety • occupy the luggage compartment. WARNING • If the occupant adopts an incorrect seated position, he is exposed to life-threatening injuries, in case he is hit by a deployed airbag. • Before setting off, please adopt the correct seated position and do not change this seated position while the car is moving.

  • Page 185: Seat Belts

    Seat belts Seat belts Why seat belts? also contribute to reducing the kinetic energy. The energy produced is thus absorbed and there is less risk of injury. Accident statistics prove that seat belts which are fastened and properly adjusted reduce the risk of an injury and enhance the chance of survival in a major accident ⇒...

  • Page 186: The Physical Principle Of A Frontal Collision

    Seat belts The physical principle of a frontal Motion energy, so-called kinetic energy, is produced as soon as the vehicle is moving, both for the vehicle and its occupants. The magnitude collision of this kinetic energy depends essentially on the speed at which the vehicle is travelling and on the weight of the vehicle and the occupants.

  • Page 187: Important Safety Information Regarding The Use Of Seat Belts

    Seat belts Important safety information regarding WARNING (continued) the use of seat belts • The belt webbing must always be kept clean. Soiled belt webbing may impair proper operation of the inertia reel ⇒ page 240, The correct use of the seat belts considerably reduces the “Seat belts”.

  • Page 188: How Are Seat Belts Correctly Fastened

    Seat belts How are seat belts correctly fastened? – Correctly adjust the front seat and the head restraint before fastening your seat belt ⇒ page 82. Fastening a three-point seat belt – Slowly pull the belt webbing at the tongue of the lock over your chest and pelvis ⇒...
  • Page 189 Seat belts – Then pull firmly on the belt to ensure that the seat belt height WARNING (continued) adjuster has correctly locked in place. • A seat belt which is hanging too loose can result in injuries as your body is moved forward by the kinetic energy produced in an accident and is then suddenly held firm by the belt.

  • Page 190: Belt Tensioners

    Seat belts ⇒ fig. – Press the red button in the belt lock 160. The spring The three-point seat belts are automatically tensioned in the event of a frontal collision of a certain severity. The belt tensioners can also be force causes the tongue of the lock to jump out.
  • Page 191 Seat belts • When disposing of vehicle or parts of the system, it is important to comply with the national legal requirements. Using the system Safety Driving Tips General Maintenance Breakdown assistance Technical Data...

  • Page 192: Airbag System

    Airbag system Airbag system Description of the airbag system A fault in the airbag system exists if: • the airbag indicator light does not light up when the ignition is switched General information on the airbag system • the warning light does not go out after about 4 seconds after the igni- tion is switched on, •...
  • Page 193 Airbag system The airbags are not deployed in the case of minor frontal and side colli- WARNING (continued) sions, in the case of rear-end collisions and vehicle rollover. • The protective function of the airbag system is sufficient for Deployment factors only one accident.

  • Page 194: Front Airbags

    Airbag system − The hazard warning light is switched on, − All the doors are unlocked, − The fuel supply to the engine is interrupted. Front airbags Description of the front airbags Fig. 162 Front The airbag system is not a substitute for the seat belt! passenger airbag in the dash panel ⇒...
  • Page 195 Airbag system You should therefore always fasten ⇒ page 183, “Why seat belts?” the In certain accident situations both the front airbags as well as the head seat belts, not only because this is required by law, but also for safety and side airbags may be deployed together.
  • Page 196 Airbag system Important safety information regarding the front WARNING (continued) airbag system seat on the front passenger seat where the child is seated with its back facing in direction of travel (in some countries also when the Correct use of the airbag system considerably reduces the child is facing the direction of travel).

  • Page 197: Side Airbags

    Airbag system Side airbags* in the event of a side collision so as to enable the side airbags to offer the maximum protection. You should therefore always fasten ⇒ page 183, “Why seat belts?” the Description of side airbags seat belts, not only because this is required by law, but also for safety reasons and for your own protection.
  • Page 198 Airbag system In certain accident situations both the front airbags as well as the head WARNING (continued) and side airbags may be deployed together. accident. This applies in particular to children who are transported If an airbag is deployed, the airbag is filled with propellant gas. The without using a suitable child safety seat ⇒...

  • Page 199: Head Airbags

    Airbag system Head airbags* WARNING (continued) − Always make sure that the openings are covered or filled, if Description of the head airbags additional loudspeakers or other equipment parts are installed in the inner door panels. The head airbag together with the side airbag offers −...
  • Page 200 Airbag system the event of a side collision so as to enable the head airbags to offer the If the head airbag is deployed, the airbag is filled with propellant gas and maximum protection. extends over the entire area of the side window including the door pillars ⇒...

  • Page 201: Deactivating An Airbag

    Airbag system WARNING (continued) WARNING (continued) ries to the occupants ⇒ page 270, “Accessories, changes and provisions also require that the side or head passenger airbags be deactivated. When transporting a child on the front passenger seat, replacement of parts”. •...
  • Page 202 Airbag system other legal regulations applying) ⇒ page 202, “Important safety informa- Switch for the front passenger airbag* tion on using child safety seats”, • you are not able to maintain the distance of at least 25 cm between middle of steering wheel and chest, despite the driver seat being correctly adjusted, •...
  • Page 203 Airbag system Deactivating airbags WARNING – Switch off the ignition. • The driver is responsible for whether the airbag is switched on – Turn the slot of the airbag switch using the key in the position or switched off. ⇒ page 200, fig. •...

  • Page 204: Transporting Children Safely

    Transporting children safely Transporting children safely What you should know about We recommend that you use child safety seats from the Škoda genuine accessories. These child seats were developed and also tested for use in transporting children! Škoda vehicles. They fulfil the standard ECE-R 44. An introduction to the subject WARNING Always comply with legal provisions and instructions from the...
  • Page 205 Transporting children safely WARNING (continued) WARNING (continued) • otherwise this may result in injuries to the stomach and neck areas. Safety belts must be checked to ensure that they are running Comply with the national legal requirements. properly. One should also ensure that the belt is not damaged by •...
  • Page 206 Transporting children safely Use of child safety seats on the front passenger seat WARNING (continued) • Child safety seats should always be attached to the rear This is also clearly stated on the sticker which is located on the seats. ⇒...
  • Page 207 Transporting children safely Child safety and side airbags* In the event of a side collision, the side airbags offer the vehicle occupants enhanced protection. Children must never be seated in the deployment area of The side airbags are inflated in fractions of a second in order to be able to the side airbags and head airbags.

  • Page 208: Child Seat

    Transporting children safely Use of child seats WARNING (continued) • Do not place any objects within the deployment area of the side An overview of the usefulness of child seats on each of the seats airbag - risk of injury! according to the EG guidelines 77/541 and ECE 44 standard: Child seat Front passenger...
  • Page 209 Transporting children safely Child seats of group 0/0+ WARNING (continued) − in a specialist garage − or by using the switch for the front passenger airbag* ⇒ page 200. • In certain countries national legal provisions require that besides the front airbag also the side or head airbags are deacti- vated.
  • Page 210 Transporting children safely Child seats in Group 1 are for babies and small children up to 4 years of Child safety seats in Group 2 age with a weight of between 9 and 18 kilograms. It is best for children in the lower range of this group, to use a child seat which allows the child to sit with its back to the direction of travel.
  • Page 211 Transporting children safely WARNING (continued) WARNING • • Please comply with any differing national legal regulations When transporting a child on the front passenger seat, please regarding the use of child safety seats. comply with the appropriate national regulations regarding the use of child safety seats.

  • Page 212: Attaching Child Seat Using The "Isofix" System

    Transporting children safely Attaching child seat using the “ISOFIX” There are two fixing eyes* between the backrest and the seat of the front passenger for fixing the “ISOFIX” system child seat in system place. The locking eyes on the rear outside rear seats are located below the upholstery.
  • Page 213 Transporting children safely WARNING (continued) attach other child safety seats, seat belts or objects to the locking eyes - hazard! • Ask a Škoda dealer whether a child seat which you bought for another vehicle is recommended for use in a Škoda before using an “ISOFIX”...
  • Page 214 Transporting children safely...

  • Page 215: Driving Tips

    Intelligent Technology Driving Tips Intelligent Technology • Electronic stability programme (ESP)* Electronic Differential Lock (EDL), • Traction control system (TCS), • Driver-steering recommendation, General • Antilock brake system (ABS), • Brake Assist, • Uphill-Start off-Assist. Operating principle The ESP switches on automatically when the engine is started and then conducts a self-test.
  • Page 216 Intelligent Technology The ESP operates in combination with the ABS ⇒ page 218, “Antilock Note brake system (ABS)”. If there is a fault in the ABS system, the ESP also • does not operate. All four wheels must be fitted with the same tyres in order to achieve problem-free operation of the ESP.
  • Page 217 Intelligent Technology which is being braked. The vehicle can continue to be driven and has the Traction control system (TCS) same characteristics as a vehicle not fitted with EDL. The traction control system prevents the driven wheels The EDL switches on again automatically as soon as the brake has cooled from spinning when accelerating.

  • Page 218: Brakes

    Intelligent Technology The TCS warning light ⇒ page 39 lights up in the instrument cluster when Driver-steering recommendation* there is a fault on the TCS. The driver-steering recommendation is an additional function of the elec- Switching off tronic stability programme (ESP). This function indicates to the driver in You can switch the TCS off and on again as you wish by pressing the critical situations by means of slight steering wheel impulses the direction ⇒...

  • Page 219: Brake Booster

    Intelligent Technology possible (by applying and releasing the brakes several times, if the road WARNING (continued) conditions and the traffic situation allows it). • When retrospectively mounting a front spoiler, solid wheel hubs There also may be a certain delay before the full braking efficiency is etc.

  • Page 220: Antilock Brake System (Abs)

    Intelligent Technology WARNING WARNING • • Never switch off the engine before the vehicle is stationary. The ABS can also not overcome the physical limits of your • vehicle. Please do not forget this, particularly when driving on icy The brake booster only operates when the engine is running. or wet road surfaces.

  • Page 221: Uphill-Start Off-Assist

    Intelligent Technology The Brake Assist is activated by the very quick operation of the brake accelerator pedal and start off on the slope, without having to actuate the pedal. In such cases, a much greater braking pressure exists than during handbrake.

  • Page 222: Tyre Inflation Pressure-Control System

    Intelligent Technology Tyre inflation pressure-control system* Basic setting of tyre inflation pressure-control system After changing the tyre inflation pressures or after changing one or several wheels, the button for the tyre inflation pressure-control system must be pressed long enough until an acknowledegment tone sounds when the ignition is switched on.

  • Page 223: Driving And The Environment

    Driving and the Environment Driving and the Environment The first 1 500 kilometres and then speed is marked by the beginning of the red zone on the scale of the revo- lutions counter. Shift up into the next higher gear on a vehicle fitted with afterwards manual gearbox before the red zone is reached.

  • Page 224: Catalytic Converter

    Driving and the Environment New brake pads – Do not tow-start the vehicle over a distance of more than 50 metres ⇒ page 286, “Tow-starting a vehicle”. Allow for the fact that new brake pads do not achieve their full braking effi- ciency until approximately 200 kilometres.

  • Page 225: Driving In An Economical And Environmentally Conscious Manner

    Driving and the Environment The technical requirements for low fuel usage and economic efficiency of For the sake of the environment the vehicle have already been built into the vehicle at the works. Special attention has been given to minimising negative effects on the environ- Even if the exhaust system is operating properly, a sulphur-like exhaust ment.
  • Page 226 Driving and the Environment ⇒ fig. 183 Shifting gears and saving energy shows the ratio of fuel consumption to the speed of your vehicle for the individual gears. Fuel consumption in 1st gear is the Shifting up early saves on fuel. highest, while that in 5th or the 6th gear is the lowest.
  • Page 227 Driving and the Environment Sensitive use of the accelerator will not only significantly reduce fuel Regular servicing consumption but also positively influence environmental pollution and A poorly tuned engine consumes an unnecessarily high wear of your vehicle. amount of fuel. You should avoid fully exploiting the top speed of your vehicle wherever possible.
  • Page 228 Driving and the Environment Avoid driving short distances An important factor in this connection is also the ambient temperature. ⇒ fig. 185 shows the different fuel consumptions for the same Short distances result in an above-average high fuel distance, on the one hand at +20°C and on the other hand at -10°C. Your vehicle has a higher fuel consumption in winter than in summer.

  • Page 229: Environmental Compatibility

    Driving and the Environment Environmental compatibility your vehicle causes it to use about 10 % more fuel than normal at a speed of 100 - 120 km/h, even when you are not carrying a load on the roof rack. Environmental protection has played a major role in the design, selection of materials and manufacture of your new Škoda.

  • Page 230: Motoring Abroad

    Driving and the Environment Motoring abroad Headlights with Xenon lamps are designed for driving in countries with traffic on the right or on the left. Have this done always at a Škoda dealer. General Note Other circumstances may exist abroad. You can obtain further information regarding masking over or converting the headlights from your Škoda dealer.

  • Page 231: Towing A Trailer

    Towing a trailer Towing a trailer Towing a trailer WARNING We recommend that you have the towing device from Škoda orig- Technical requirements inal accessories installed by a Škoda dealer. He is familiar with all the relevant details relating to retrofitting such equipment. There is The towing device must satisfy certain technical require- a risk of an accident if the towing device is not properly fitted! ments.
  • Page 232 Towing a trailer Distribution of the load Driving Tips Distribute the load in the trailer in such a way that any heavy items are Particular caution is required when towing a trailer. located as close as possible to the axle. Secure the items to prevent them slipping.

  • Page 233: Detachable Ball Head

    Towing a trailer Detachable ball head* before negotiating a downhill section to allow the engine to also act as a brake. Engine overheating Please keep a check on the coolant temperature gauge if you have to negotiate a lengthy slope in a low gear at a high engine speed when the outside temperature is very high ⇒...
  • Page 234 Towing a trailer WARNING Do not use any aids or tools for installing or removing the ball head. This might result in damage to the locking mechanism to the extent that the safety of the towing device is no longer assured - risk of an accident.

  • Page 235: General Maintenance

    Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle General Maintenance Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle General Care of the exterior of vehicle Proper care retains the value of your vehicle. Washing the vehicle Regular and proper care retains the value of your vehicle. It may also be Frequent washing protects your vehicle.
  • Page 236 Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle Washing vehicle by hand WARNING It is important to first soften the dirt with plenty of water and rinse it off as When washing your vehicle in the winter: Water and ice in the brake system can affect the braking efficiency - risk of accident.
  • Page 237 Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle Wax treatment For the sake of the environment Only wash your vehicle at washing bays specifically reserved for this Good wax treatment is an effective way of protecting the paintwork from purpose.
  • Page 238 Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle Chrome parts Plastic parts First clean the chrome parts with a damp clotch and then polish them with External plastic parts are cleaned by normal washing. Plastic parts and a soft, dry cloth. If it does not prove to be adequate, use a chrome care synthetic leather can also be treated with special solvent-free plastic product from Škoda original accessories.
  • Page 239 Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle Locks Caution Never remove snow or ice from the glass parts with warm or hot water - We recommend that you use the spray from Škoda original accessories risk of formation of cracks in the glass! with regreasing and anticorrosive effect for de-icing locks.
  • Page 240 Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle Protection of hollow spaces WARNING All the cavities of your vehicle which are at risk from corrosion are One should remember when cleaning the wheels that moisture, ice and road salt may adversely affect braking efficiency - risk of an protected for life by a layer of protective wax applied in the factory.

  • Page 241: Care Of The Interior Of Vehicle

    Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle Fabric covers of electrically heated seats Caution • Engine cleaning may only be undertaken when the ignition is off. Do not clean the seat covers wet as this may result in damage to the seat •...
  • Page 242 Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle • Removing stains Avoid leaving your vehicle for lengthy periods in bright sunlight in order to avoid bleaching the leather. If you leave your vehicle parked in the open – Remove fresh stains which are water-based (e.g. coffee, tea, for lengthy periods, protect the leather from the direct rays of the sun by juices, blood etc.) with an absorbent cloth or household paper covering it over.
  • Page 243 Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle Belt webbing which has become severely soiled may prevent the inertia reel from reeling up the belt properly. WARNING • The seat belts must not be removed for cleaning. • Never clean the seat belts chemically as dry cleaning may destroy the fabric.

  • Page 244: Fuel

    Fuel Fuel Petrol You can make unlimited use of fuel which has a higher octane number than that required by the engine. There will, however, be no advantages gained by this in terms of engine performance and fuel consumption! Grades of petrol The handling, performance and life of your engine are determined to a significant extent by the quality of the fuel.
  • Page 245 Fuel Diesel fuel mixture according to standard CSN 65 6508 from Biofuel* 02/2003 contains diesel fuel according to standard DIN EN 590 and a The possibility to refuel with biofuel only applies to vehi- concentration of biofuel (rape oil methyl ester) according to standard DIN EN 14 214 in the following two concentrations: cles, which have been adapted at the factory for its use.
  • Page 246 Fuel sponding time during the year. “Winter-grade diesel fuel” will still operate Caution properly even at a temperature of -20°C. • Filling the tank even only once with biofuel, which does not comply with It is often the case in countries with different climatic conditions that diesel the standard DIN EN 14 214, can result in damage to the fuel system.

  • Page 247: Refuelling

    Fuel Refuelling Opening the fuel filler cap ⇒ fig. – Press onto the left side of the fuel filler flap 187. – The fuel filler cap on the fuel filler tube must be unlocked to the left using the vehicle key (only valid for vehicles which do not have automatic unlocking of the fuel filler flap).
  • Page 248 Fuel Caution • Remove any fuel which has spilled onto the paintwork of your vehicle immediately - risk of paint damage! • Vehicles fitted with catalytic converter should never be allowed to let the fuel tank to run completely empty. An irregular supply of fuel to the engine can result in misfiring and unburnt fuel may get into the exhaust system, which may result in overheating and damage to the catalytic converter.

  • Page 249: Inspecting And Replenishing

    Inspecting and Replenishing Inspecting and Replenishing Engine compartment Opening and closing the bonnet. Bonnet remote release Fig. 190 Radiator grille: handle Fig. 189 Bonnet release lever Bonnet remote release – Pull the unlocking lever below the dash panel on the driver's ⇒...
  • Page 250 Inspecting and Replenishing Opening the bonnet WARNING (continued) ⇒ page 247, fig. – Unlock the bonnet 189. • Stop your vehicle immediately while driving if you notice that – Ensure that the arms of the windscreen wipers are correctly in the lock is not properly engaged and close the bonnet properly - risk of an accident! place against the windscreen before opening the bonnet...
  • Page 251 Inspecting and Replenishing WARNING (continued) WARNING (continued) • • Allow the engine to cool down. Please also comply with the warning instructions stated below • when carrying out any essential work on the fuel system or on the Keep children clear of the engine compartment. electrical system: •...

  • Page 252: Engine Oil

    Inspecting and Replenishing Engine oil Overview of the engine compartment The main inspection points Engine oil specifications The grade of engine oil should be selected in accordance with precise specifications. The engine of your vehicle has been factory-filled with a high-grade oil which you can use throughout the year - except in extreme climatic regions.
  • Page 253 Inspecting and Replenishing Only for engines with diesel particle filter ⇒ page 33. Inspecting the engine oil level The dipstick indicates the level of oil in the engine. Engine oil specifications for models with flexible service intervals (QG1) Engine oil specifications Petrol engines VW 503 00 VW 504 00...
  • Page 254 Inspecting and Replenishing Oil level within range Replenishing engine oil – You may top up the oil. It is possible that the oil level may then – Inspecting the engine oil level ⇒ page 251. be within range after doing this. –...

  • Page 255: Cooling System

    Inspecting and Replenishing Changing engine oil Note After your skin has come in contact with the oil, you must thoroughly wash The engine oil must be changed at the intervals stated in the Service your skin. schedule or according to the service interval indicator ⇒ page 16. WARNING Cooling system •...
  • Page 256 Inspecting and Replenishing Coolant Inspecting the coolant level The cooling system is filled at the works with coolant (purple in colour), which complies with the specification TL-VW 774 F. We recommend that you use the same coolant additive - G12 PLUS (purple in colour).
  • Page 257 Inspecting and Replenishing recommend inspecting the coolant level directly at the reservoir from time – Top up the coolant. to time. – Screw the cap tight until it is heard to lock. Loss of coolant A loss of coolant is first and foremost an indication of a leak in the The coolant which you use for replenishing the system, must comply with system.

  • Page 258: Brake Fluid

    Inspecting and Replenishing Brake fluid Caution Do not continue your journey if for some reason it is not possible Inspecting the brake fluid level under the conditions prevailing to top up with coolant. Switch of the engine and contact and obtain professional assistance from a specialist garage.
  • Page 259 Inspecting and Replenishing A slight drop in the fluid level results when driving due to normal wear-and- WARNING tear and automatic adjustment of the brake pads, and is perfectly normal. • Using old brake fluid can result in severe stress on the brakes There may be an indication of a leak in the brake system, however, if the because of the formation of vapour bubbles in the brake system.

  • Page 260: The Battery

    Inspecting and Replenishing The battery comply with the warning instructions stated below ⇒ and with the general applicable rules of safety. Working on the battery WARNING • The battery acid is strongly corrosive and must, therefore, be handled with the greatest of care. Always wear protective gloves, eye and skin protection when handling batteries.
  • Page 261 Inspecting and Replenishing WARNING (continued) For the sake of the environment • A removed battery is a special type of waste which is harmful to the envi- It is prohibited to work with a naked flame and light, to smoke or ronment - contact your specialist garage regarding disposing of the to carry out any activities which produce sparks.
  • Page 262 Inspecting and Replenishing Air bubbles can influence the colour of the “magic eye”. For this reason Operation in winter carefully knock on the “magic eye” before carrying out the check. • The battery has to provide greater amounts of electricity during the winter. Green colour - the battery is adequately charged.
  • Page 263 Inspecting and Replenishing – You can now plug the mains cable of the charger into the WARNING power socket and switch on the charger. Never charge a frozen or thawed battery - risk of explosion and – When charging is completed: switch the charger off and caustic burns.

  • Page 264: Windscreen Wiper And Washer System

    Inspecting and Replenishing We recommend that you only have an old battery disposed of by your Clear water is not sufficient to intensively clean the windscreen and head- Škoda dealer since it does require special disposal. lights. We therefore recommend using clean washing water together with the screen cleaner from Škoda genuine accessories (in winter additionally with antifreeze) which is capable of removing stubborn dirt.

  • Page 265: Wheels And Tyres

    Wheels and Tyres Wheels and Tyres Wheels Unidirectional tyres* The direction of rotation of the tyres is marked by arrows on the wall of the tyre. This indicates the direction of rotation of the tyre, and it is essential General comments that the tyres are fitted on to run in this direction.
  • Page 266 Wheels and Tyres Tyre life The tyre inflation pressure of the emergency spare wheel R 18 is 420 kPa (4.2 bar). Always check the inflation pressure of tyres when cold. Do not reduce the higher pressure of warm tyres. Adapt the inflation pressure of the tyres accordingly if your vehicle is carrying a significantly higher payload.
  • Page 267 Wheels and Tyres Wear indicators WARNING (continued) planing” (uncontrolled movements of the vehicle - “swimming” on a wet road surface). Changing wheels around Fig. 200 Tyre tread with wear indicators The base of the tread of the original tyres has wear indicators 1.6 mm high, installed at right angles to the direction of travel.
  • Page 268 Wheels and Tyres New tyres and wheels Diameter of wheel in inches Load index Tyres and wheel rims are important design elements. One should there- Speed symbol fore use the tyres and wheel rims which have been released for use by Škoda Auto.
  • Page 269 Wheels and Tyres Wheel bolts WARNING (continued) risk of accident! Approval and licencing of your vehicle on public Wheels and wheel bolts are matched to each other in terms of design. roads may also become void as a result. Each time you fit other wheels - e.g. light alloy wheels or wheels with •...
  • Page 270 Wheels and Tyres Winter tyres Please contact your specialist garage if there are any points which are not clear who will be able to provide you with information regarding the maximum speed for your tyres. The handling of your vehicle will be significantly improved when driving on wintry roads and at temperatures below 7 °C if you fit winter tyres.
  • Page 271 Wheels and Tyres important on wet roads. Please refer to the notes ⇒ page 275, “Spare Caution wheel”. You must take the chains off as soon as you drive on roads which are free You should have the defective tyre replaced as soon as possible and of snow.

  • Page 272: Accessories, Changes And Replacement Of Parts

    Technical changes • Škoda Genuine Accessories which have been released for use and Skoda original parts can be obtained from Škoda dealers. They will install them professionally and correctly. Interference on the electronic components and their software can lead to •...
  • Page 273 Accessories, changes and replacement of parts WARNING Work or modifications on your vehicle, which have been carried out unprofessionally, can cause operational faults - risk of accident! Using the system Safety Driving Tips General Maintenance Breakdown assistance Technical Data...
  • Page 274 Accessories, changes and replacement of parts...

  • Page 275: Breakdown Assistance

    Breakdown assistance Breakdown assistance Breakdown assistance First-aid box* and warning triangle* Note (Octavia) Pay attention to the use-by-date of the contents of the first-aid box. First-aid box* and warning triangle* (Estate car) Fig. 202 Placing of the warning triangle (Octavia) The first-aid box* is attached by a strap to the right-hand side of the luggage compartment Fig.
  • Page 276 Breakdown assistance • compartment. You can open the compartment by turning the locks in the The fire extinguisher is only supplied in certain countries within the ⇒ fig. direction of arrow 203. scope of delivery. If you wish to equip your vehicle additionally with a warning triangle, please contact a specialist garage.
  • Page 277 Breakdown assistance • Spare wheel Adapter for the wheel bolts lock, After using the lifting jack, screw in the arm of the lifting jack fully before placing it back in its stowage area. WARNING • The factory-supplied lifting jack is only intended for your model of vehicle.
  • Page 278 Breakdown assistance • – Take the vehicle tool kit ⇒ page 274 and the spare wheel Do not drive with this spare wheel at more than 80 km/h - risk of acci- ⇒ page 275 out of the luggage compartment. dent.
  • Page 279 Breakdown assistance – Slacken the wheel bolts ⇒ page 279. – Check the tyre pressure on the spare wheel just mounted as soon as possible. – Jack up the vehicle until the wheel to be changed is clear of the ground ⇒ page 280. –...
  • Page 280 Breakdown assistance Full wheel trim* Caution • Use the pressure of your hand, do not knock on the full wheel trim! Heavy knocks mainly on the points where the full wheel trim has not been inserted into the wheel, can result in damage to the guide and centering elements of the full wheel trim.
  • Page 281 Breakdown assistance Installing Slackening and tightening wheel bolts – Push the caps fully onto the wheel bolts. Slacken the wheel bolts before jacking up the vehicle. The caps are located in the well of the luggage compartment. Wheel trim caps* Fig.
  • Page 282 Breakdown assistance is located directly below the engraving in the lower sill. The WARNING engraving is only visible after opening the door. Slacken the wheel bolts only a little (about one turn) as long as the – Position the lifting jack below the jacking point and move it up vehicle has not yet been jacked up - risk of an accident!.
  • Page 283 Breakdown assistance Securing wheels against being stolen* – Have the tightening torque checked with a torque wrench as soon as possible. Steel and light alloy wheels must be tight- You need a special adapter for slackening the safety ened to a tightening torque of 120 Nm. wheel bolts.
  • Page 284 Breakdown assistance Both batteries must have a rated voltage of 12 V. The capacity (Ah) of the Starting engine battery supplying the power must not be significantly less than the capacity of the discharged battery in your vehicle. Jump-start cables Only use jump-start cables which have an adequately large cross-section and insulated terminal clamps.
  • Page 285 Breakdown assistance – Attach the other end to a solid metal part which is WARNING (continued) connected firmly to the engine block, or to the engine block • itself. Keep any sources of ignition (naked flame, smouldering ciga- rettes etc.) away from the battery - risk of an explosion! Starting engine –...
  • Page 286 Breakdown assistance – Note that the brake servo unit and power steering only operate Note if the engine is running. You will require significantly greater • Please comply with any legal requirements particularly regarding the physical force to depress the brake pedal and to steer the switched on signal systems, when towing in or tow-starting another vehicle if the engine is not running.
  • Page 287 Breakdown assistance Front towing eye – Press the grille together with the hand at the top and bottom close to the licence plate and swivel out in the direction of The towing eye is stored in the box for the vehicle tool kit. ⇒...
  • Page 288 Breakdown assistance Rear towing eye – Screw in the towing eye anticlockwise down to the stop ⇒ fig. 216 and tighten up using the wheel wrench (push the wheel wrench through eye). – Put the cover in place after screwing out the towing eye again and press into place.
  • Page 289 Breakdown assistance WARNING Caution If the vehicle is towed in by a recovery vehicle, it should only be towed in There is high risk of having an accident when tow-starting a with the front wheels raised. If the vehicle is raised at rear, the automatic vehicle, when for example the towed vehicle runs into the towing gearbox is damaged! (Does not apply to the automatic gearbox DSG).
  • Page 290 Fuses and light bulbs Fuses and light bulbs Electric fuses – Find out which fuse belongs to the relevant component ⇒ page 293, “Fuse assignment in the dash panel” or ⇒ page 290, “Fuse assignment in engine compartment - Replacing fuses version 1”...
  • Page 291 Fuses and light bulbs Fuse cover in engine compartment Colour Maximum amperage white The fuse box in the engine compartment exists in two different versions. You can determine which version your green vehicle is fitted with after removing the fuse cover at the orange location of the fuses.

  • Page 292: Fuse Assignment In Engine Compartment

    Fuses and light bulbs Power consumer Amperes Caution • When unlocking and locking the fuse cover, it must be pressed on the Pump for ABS sides to the box, otherwise damage can occur to the locking mechanism. Valves for ABS •...
  • Page 293 Fuses and light bulbs Power consumer Amperes Power consumer Amperes F23 Engine control unit F47 Central control unit, Left main headlights F24 Control unit for CAN databus F48 Central control unit, Right main headlights F25 Not assigned F49 Power supply for terminal 15 (ignition on) F26 Not assigned F50 Not assigned F27 Not assigned...
  • Page 294 Fuses and light bulbs Certain electrical components are only standard on certain vehicle model Power consumer Amperes versions or only suppliable as optional equipment for certain models. F23 Secondary air pump Air mass meter Power consumer Amperes Fuel high pressure pump Control unit for convenience functions F24 Activated charcoal filter, exhaust gas recirculation Windshield wiper lever and turn signal light lever...
  • Page 295 Fuses and light bulbs Fuse assignment in the dash panel Power consumer Amperes Not assigned Not assigned Parking aid Central locking control unit Diagnostic socket, Light switch, Brake light Control unit for automatic gearbox, Selector lever lock Central control unit - interior lights Climatronic Fig.

  • Page 296: Bulbs

    Fuses and light bulbs Bulbs Power consumer Amperes Vacuum pump Control unit for Haldex coupling (4x4) Changing bulbs Rear power window The relevant lamp must always be switched off before a light bulb is Electric sliding/tilting roof replaced. Not assigned Defect light bulbs should only be replaced with light bulbs of the same Anti-theft alarm system type.
  • Page 297 Fuses and light bulbs Others Bulb Front headlight Halogen headlight Xenon headlight Entry light Low beam front interior lighting C10W Main beam Reading lights Parking lights Rear interior lighting C10W Turn signals PY21W Luggage compartment light Fog lights Door warning light Light unit (Octavia) Bulb Storage compartment light - front passenger...
  • Page 298 Fuses and light bulbs Removing the headlight Installation takes place in the reverse order. Note We recommend that you have the headlight setting checked by a specialist garage after installing the headlight. Fig. 222 Removing the headlight The headlight must be removed in order to change the light bulb of the parking lights, low beam lights and main beam lights as well as the turn signal lights.
  • Page 299 Fuses and light bulbs – Remove the headlight ⇒ page 296. Parking light at the front – Press the wire clamps in the direction of arrow to the side and ⇒ fig. remove the cover 223. – Press the contact studs in the direction of arrow and remove ⇒...
  • Page 300 Fuses and light bulbs – Remove the headlight ⇒ page 296. Low beam – Press the wire clamps in the direction of arrow to the side and ⇒ page 298, fig. remove the cover 225. ⇒ fig. – Unplug plug 226.
  • Page 301 Fuses and light bulbs – Remove the headlight ⇒ page 296. Main beam – Remove the protective cover at the rear of the headlight ⇒ page 299, fig. 227. ⇒ fig. – Unplug plug 228. – Press the wire clamps in the direction of the headlight and then unhook them to the side.
  • Page 302 Fuses and light bulbs Turn signal light (at the front) – Insert the socket with the changed light bulb into the headlight and secure it by turning in the direction of arrow CLOSE (close) to the right. Note We recommend that you have the headlight setting checked by a specialist garage after installing the headlight.
  • Page 303 Fuses and light bulbs Light unit (Octavia) – Unlock the locking button and open the cover of the lamp ⇒ fig. holder 230. – Press the catches in the direction of arrow and take out the ⇒ fig. lamp holder 231.
  • Page 304 Fuses and light bulbs Rear light unit (estate car) – Remove the side compartment cover by turning the locks in ⇒ fig. the direction of arrow 232. – Take out the cover of the lamp holder on the luggage compart- ment side.

  • Page 305: General

    General Technical Data General Identification data Fig. 235 Windscreen: The last 11 digits of the vehicle identification number Fig. 234 Vehicle data Vehicle data sticker sticker ⇒ fig. 234 The vehicle data sticker is located on the floor of the luggage compartment and is also stated in the Service schedule.
  • Page 306 General Vehicle identification number (VIN) The vehicle identification number - VIN (vehicle body number) is stamped into the engine compartment on the right hand shock absorber dome. This number is also located on a sign on the lower left hand edge below the windscreen.
  • Page 307 Index Index Auto Computer ......18 Brake Assist ......218 Automatic driving lamp control .
  • Page 308 Index Child safety locks ..... 45 Coolant level Distance driven ..... . . 15 Warning light .
  • Page 309 Index replenishing ..... . 252 Fuel consumption ....223 Heating .
  • Page 310 Index locking Central locking system ....47 Jacking points ..... . . 280 Oil .
  • Page 311 Index Phone ......165 Spare wheel ......275 Polishing .
  • Page 312 Index The air conditioning system ... . 123 Traction control system (TCS) Visors ......73 Air outlet vents .
  • Page 313 Index Winter tyres ......268 Wiper blades Replacing windscreen wiper blades ..77 Xenon headlights .
  • Page 314 Škoda Auto is constantly working on the further development of all types and models. Please understand that, for this reason, changes to the scope of supply in terms of shape, equipment and engineering may be introduced at any time. It is therefore not possible to derive any claims from the information, illustrations and descriptions contained in this Owner ´s Manual .
  • Page 315 SIMPLY CLE VER ŠkodaService ŠkodaGenuine Parts ŠkodaGenuine Accessories...
  • Page 316 Look up „Environment“ in the Index to find out more. Please also refer to all the texts identified with a ; in this Owner ´ s Manual. Make your contribution - for the sake of the environment. www.skoda-auto.com Návod k obsluze Octavia anglicky 05.05 S64.5610.03.20...

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