Headlight Assist - Skoda 2013 Octavia A7 Owner's Manual

Headlight assist

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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 51.
The Headlight assist switches the headlights on/off automatically depending on
the environmental conditions.
The headlight is regulated based on data gathered by the camera attached be-
tween the windscreen and interior mirror.
The function of Headlight assist can be activated/deactivated in the Infotain-
ment » operating instructions for Infotainment, chapter Vehicle settings (CAR
button).
The headlight can switch off automatically at speeds above 60 km/h. The head-
light switches off automatically when the speed falls below 30 km/h.
When the assistant automatically switches on the main beam, warning light
lit in the instrument cluster.
Activating
›
Turn the light switch into position 
›
Place the lever in position (spring-tensioned position)
A
The warning icon  for the activated headlight assist appears in the display of
the instrument cluster.
Deactivating
›
If the headlight is currently switched on automatically, move the lever into posi-
tion B (spring-tensioned position)
›
If the headlight is not currently switched on automatically, move the lever into
position (the headlight switches on) followed by position
A
If you want to reactivate the Assist, put the lever back into position
Fig. 32
Operating lever: Headlight assist
» Fig. 31 on page 53.
» Fig. 32.
» Fig. 32.
.
B
.
A
The Assist can also be deactivated when the light switch is turned from position
 to another position.
Manually switching on the headlights
If the headlight is not switched on automatically, it can be switched on manually -
put the lever into position
goes out.
Manually switching off the headlights
If the headlight is switched on automatically, it can be switched off manually - put
the lever into position
B
out.
Information message
The messages and information are indicated in the instrument cluster display.
Error: Light Assist

LIGHT ASSIST FAULT

Seek help from a specialist garage.
Light Assist: clean the windscreen!

WINDSCREEN PLEASE CLEAN

Check for any obstacles on the windscreen in the viewing area of the camera.
WARNING
Headlight assist only functions as a support and does not relieve the driver of
his responsibility to check the headlights and light beam and, if necessary, to
is
 switch on the lights depending on the light conditions. Manual operation may
be required in the following situations.
Poor visibility conditions, e.g. fog, heavy rain, thick snowfall.
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The oncoming traffic is partially blocked on roads or motorways.
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Passing poorly lit road users, e.g. cyclists.
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Driving around "sharp" curves.
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Driving on sharp slopes up/large inclines.
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Driving through poorly-lit locations.
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Driving over highly reflective surfaces.
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The windscreen around the camera is dirty, iced up, misted up, or covered by
■
stickers.
Near the camera lens there is a light source, such as the screen of an exter-
■
nal navigation system.
. The assistant is deactivated, the warning icon 
A
. The assistant is deactivated, the warning icon  goes
Lights and visibility
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