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  • Page 1 SIMPLY CLE VER ŠkodaOctavia Tour OWNER‘S MANUAL...
  • Page 2 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 3 Introduction  On-board literature Vehicle data;  The on-board literature for your vehicle consists of this “Owner's Manual” Service intervals;  as well as the “Quick Reference Guide”, “Service Schedule” and “Help on Overview of the service work; the road”. There can also be a variety of other additional operating manuals ...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Layout of this Owner's Manual Lights and Visibility Communication ............Lights .
  • Page 5 Contents Breakdown assistance Driving and the Environment ....... The first 1 500 kilometres and then afterwards . . Breakdown assistance .
  • Page 6 Contents Using the system Safety Driving Tips General Maintenance Breakdown assistance Technical Data...

  • Page 7: 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 it easy for you  The section is continued on the next page. to find and absorb the information you require. Notes Chapters, table of contents and subject index All four kinds of notes, which are used in the text, are always stated at the end of the...

  • Page 8: Using The System

    Using the system Using the system Safety Driving Tips General Maintenance Breakdown assistance Technical Data...
  • Page 9 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 10: Cockpit

    Cockpit Cockpit Overview Ashtrays ............Gearshift lever (manual gearbox) .

  • Page 11: Quick Reference Guide

    Quick Reference Guide Quick Reference Guide Basic functions and important information Setting steering wheel position Introduction The chapter of the brief instruction is only used as a quick reference of the most important operating elements of the vehicle. It is necessary to observe all the information which is contained in the following chapters of the Owner's Manual.
  • Page 12 Quick Reference Guide Adjusting the front seats WARNING (continued)  You must not adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving!  For safety reasons the lever must always be firmly pushed up to avoid the steering wheel altering its position unintentionally when driving - risk of accident! Seat belt height adjuster Fig.
  • Page 13 Quick Reference Guide Electric exterior mirror adjustment* Switching lights on and off Fig. 7 Inner part of door: Rotary knob Fig. 8 Dash panel: Light switch   Heating of the external mirror Switching off all lights   Adjusting left and right exterior mirrors simultaneously Switching on side lights ...
  • Page 14 Quick Reference Guide Power windows* Turn signal light right Turn signal light left Switching over between low beam and main beam lights Headlight flasher Further information  page 49, “The turn signal   and main beam lever ”. Windscreen wiper lever Fig.
  • Page 15 Quick Reference Guide Bonnet remote release Fig. 13 Fuel filler flap with cap unscrewed Opening the fuel filler cap Fig. 14 Bonnet release lever – Open the fuel filler flap with the hand.  fig. – Pull the unlocking lever below the dash panel on the driver's side –...
  • Page 16 Quick Reference Guide Engine oil must be refilled. Further information  page 150, “Check engine oil level”. Fig. 16 Securing the bonnet with the bonnet support – Grip with the hand under the radiator grille and lift up the bonnet. ...

  • Page 17: Instruments And Warning Lights

    Instruments and warning lights Instruments and warning lights Overview of the instrument cluster Fig. 18 Instrument cluster Engine revolutions counter  page 16 and operating at a normal temperature. Before reaching this zone shift up into the next higher gear. Coolant temperature gauge ...

  • Page 18: Fuel Gauge

    Instruments and warning lights Cold range Caution If the pointer is in the left-hand area of the scale it means that the engine has not yet Never run the fuel tank completely empty! An irregular fuel supply can result in poor reached its operating temperature.

  • Page 19: Service Interval Display

    Instruments and warning lights Bottom (trip) counter for distance driven Service Interval Display The bottom counter indicates the distance which you have driven since it was last reset If the due date for the service is reached, it is displayed - in steps of 100 m or 1/10 of a mile.

  • Page 20: Digital Clock

    Instruments and warning lights  Setting minutes Press the reset button with the ignition switched off and and hold it down.  Switch the ignition on, release the reset button. The text Service or SERVICE NOW – Turn the reset button to the right. appears in the display.
  • Page 21 Instruments and warning lights The data of the single-trip memory (memory 1) is shown if a 1 appears in the display. The rocker switch and the button are located on the windshield wiper lever  fig. A 2 shown in the display means that data relates to the total distance memory (memory 2).
  • Page 22 Instruments and warning lights Range slightly higher than the actual outside temperature because of heat radiated by the engine. The estimated range in kilometres is shown on the display. It indicates the distance you If the outside temperature drops below +4°C, a snow flake symbol (warning signal for can still drive with your vehicle based on the present level of fuel in the tank for the ice on the road) appears behind the temperature indicator and a warning signal same style of driving.

  • Page 23: Information Display

    Instruments and warning lights The maximum distance indicated in both memories is 99 hours and 59 minutes. The indicator is set back to null if this period is exceeded. Warning against excessive speeds* An acoustic warning signal will sound when the vehicle speed exceeds 120 kilometres per hour.

  • Page 24: Auto Check Control

    Instruments and warning lights You can select the following information (depending on the equipment installed on  page 25 Warning symbols or warning lights the vehicle):  page 18 Displays of the Service Interval Display  page 19 TRIP COMPUTER (AUTO COMPUTER) Displays of the radio ...
  • Page 25 Instruments and warning lights The red symbols indicate danger (priority 1) while the yellow symbols indicate a   page 31 warning (priortity 2). Information for the driver may also appear in addition to the Faults in the brake surface symbols ...

  • Page 26: Warning Lights

    Instruments and warning lights Warning lights Overview The warning lights indicate certain functions or faults. Fig. 26 Instrument cluster with warning lights    page 27 Electronic immobiliser  page 26 Turn signal lights (to the left)   ...
  • Page 27 Instruments and warning lights  Note  page 29 Brake pad wear*  Arrangement of the indicator lights depends on the model and model version. The  symbols shown in the following functional description are to be found as indicator ...
  • Page 28 Instruments and warning lights Fog lights  ment system selects an emergency programme which enables you to drive to the nearest specialist garage by adopting a gentle style of driving.  The warning light comes on when the fog lights are operating. The following text will be displayed in the information display*: EMISSIONS WORKSHOP! Rear fog light...
  • Page 29 Instruments and warning lights Airbag system  Coolant temperature/coolant level  Monitoring the airbag system The warning light  comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on. The warning light  comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on. The coolant temperature is too high or the coolant level too low if the warning light ...
  • Page 30 Instruments and warning lights Engine oil  WARNING (continued)   The warning light lights up red (low oil pressure) Do not touch the coolant fan The coolant fan may switch on automatically even if the ignition is off. The warning light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on Stop the vehicle and switch the engine off if the warning light does not go off within Thickness of the brake pads* ...
  • Page 31 Instruments and warning lights In this case have the engine inspected without delay by a specialist garage. of the fault in the meantime since you will not know the extent of the fault and in how far the effect of the antilock brakes is affected. The following text will be displayed in the information display*: Further information about ABS ...
  • Page 32 Instruments and warning lights Traction control system (TCS)*  Note If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the warning light  comes on  The warning light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on. after switching on the ignition.
  • Page 33 Instruments and warning lights Handbrake applied The warning light  also comes on if the handbrake is applied. An audible warning is also given if you drive the vehicle for at least 3 seconds at a speed of more than 5 km/h. The following text will be displayed in the information display*: HANDBRAKE ON WARNING...

  • Page 34: Unlocking And Locking

    Unlocking and locking Unlocking and locking Carefully store the key ring on which there is the number, because a replacement key can only be ordered with this number in case the key is lost or damaged. You should also therefore hand over this key ring to the purchaser when selling the vehicle. WARNING ...

  • Page 35: Changing The Battery Of The Radio Remote Control

    Unlocking and locking Changing the battery of the radio remote control – Insert the new battery. Ensure that the “+” symbol on the battery is facing down- wards. The correct polarity is also shown on the cover of the transmitter housing. –...

  • Page 36: Child Safety Lock

    Unlocking and locking Locking from outside The rear doors are equipped with a child safety lock. You can switch the child safety lock on and off using the vehicle key. The securing knob will move upwards or downwards in the door when unlocking or locking.
  • Page 37 Unlocking and locking Safe securing All the securing knobs move downwards when locking. If this is not the case, the rele- vant door must be opened once again and properly closed. The central locking system is equipped with a safe securing system. Locking the The warning light flashes in the driver door, next to the securing knob, to confirm that vehicle from the outside causes the door locks to be automatically blocked.
  • Page 38 Unlocking and locking Unlocking the vehicle using the key Locking the vehicle with the key – Turn the key in the locking cylinder of the driver's door to the right in the lock posi-  fig. tion  All the doors and the boot lid are locked. ...
  • Page 39 Unlocking and locking Unlocking all doors and the boot lid Boot lid  page 37, fig. – Press button 33. The symbol  goes out in the button. The following applies if you have locked your vehicle using the button ...

  • Page 40: Remote Control

    Unlocking and locking Remote control* Unlocking the vehicle  – Press button for about 1 second. Description Locking the vehicle  The vehicle can be unlocked and locked using the radio remote control. – Press button for about 1 second. The transmitter with the battery is incorporated in the handle of the master key.

  • Page 41: Synchronisation Of The Remote Control

    Unlocking and locking Optical and acoustic signals alert if an alarm has been triggered (the turn signal lights WARNING flash and the signal horn honks). If the vehicle is locked from the outside and the safe securing system is acti- How is the alarm system activated? vated, there must not be any person in the vehicle as it is then not possible to The anti-theft alarm system is activated automatically when the vehicle is locked with...

  • Page 42: Power Windows

    Unlocking and locking Opening a window This function makes it possible for example to leave animals in the vehicle. – A window is opened by pressing lightly on the respective button in the door. The How is the alarm switched off? process stops when one releases the button.
  • Page 43 Unlocking and locking Closing a window WARNING – Lightly press the appropriate button up and hold it until the window has moved  If you lock the vehicle from the outside, do not leave any person in the into the desired position. vehicle since it is no longer possible to open the windows from the inside in an emergency.
  • Page 44 Unlocking and locking  Window convenience operation Hold the key in the locking cylinder of the driver's door in the lock position until all the windows are closed,  You can open and close the electrically powered windows as follows when unlocking Release the key, and locking the vehicle (only close the sliding/tilting roof): ...

  • Page 45: Electric Sliding/Tilting Roof

    Unlocking and locking Electric sliding/tilting roof* Opening fully – Turn the switch to position and hold it in this position (spring-tensioned posi- Description tion). Tilting roof – Turn the switch to position When the sliding/tilting roof is in the comfort position, the intensity of the wind noise is much less.
  • Page 46 Unlocking and locking Convenience operation You can close and/or open the sliding/tilting roof by hand if the system is defect. – Position the flat blade of a screwdriver carefully against the rear edge of the cover You can also close an open sliding/tilting roof from the outside. of the electrical drive.

  • Page 47: Lights And Visibility

    Lights and Visibility Lights and Visibility Lights Switching off daylight driving lights* – Remove the cover of the fuse box on the left side of the dash panel  page 177. Switching lights on and off – Take the activation fuse No. 17 out of the fuse box. Low beam comes on only if the ignition is switched on.

  • Page 48: Instrument Lighting

    Lights and Visibility  The temperature difference between interior and external area of the headlight If the vehicle is not fitted with fog lights*, the rear fog light is switched on by turning the lenses is decisive. light switch to the position ...
  • Page 49 Lights and Visibility Headlamp range adjustment  Switch for hazard warning lights  Once the low beam is switched on you can then adapt the range of the headlights to the load of the vehicle. Fig. 44 Dash panel: Switch for hazard warning lights Fig.
  • Page 50 Lights and Visibility The turn signal   and main beam lever  Parking light  – Switch off the ignition. The parking lights and headlight flasher are also switched on and off using the turn signal and main beam lever. –...

  • Page 51: Interior Lighting

    Lights and Visibility – Switch off the ignition. – On the version without reading lights press the switch into the middle position  – Operate the headlight flasher once. – Open and close the driver door. Reading lights* – Press on one of the switches in order to switch the right or left reading light on If the door remains open, the light remains on for about 3 minutes.

  • Page 52: Visibility

    Lights and Visibility  page 50, fig. 47 The rear interior lighting is switched on and off by pressing the glass On vehicles with electrically operated power windows, the exterior mirror heater is on the indented point. also switched on at the same time when the rear window heater is activated. The same principles apply for the interior lighting at the rear as for the for the interior lighting at the front ...

  • Page 53: Windshield Wiper And Wash System

    Lights and Visibility Windshield wiper and wash system Automatic wipe/wash for windscreen – Pull the lever towards the steering wheel into the spring-tensioned position Windshield wiper the windscreen wiper and wash system will operate immediately. – Release the lever. The windscreen wash system stops and the wiper continues for You can operate the windscreen wipers and automatic wipe/wash another 1 - 3 wiper strokes (depending on the period of spraying of the wind- using the windscreen wiper lever.
  • Page 54 Lights and Visibility Taking off the wiper blade The windscreen washer nozzles for the windscreen are heated* when the ignition is switched on. – Fold windscreen wiper arm out from the windscreen and position the wiper blade Top up with wash liquid  page 159. at right angles to the wiper arm ...

  • Page 55: Exterior Mirror

    Lights and Visibility Replacing the wiper blade for rear window (Octavia)* Basic setting – Pull the lever on the bottom edge of the mirror forward. Dimming mirror – Pull the lever on the bottom edge of the mirror back. Exterior mirror Fig.
  • Page 56 Lights and Visibility Position R Operating the right mirror. WARNING  Convex (curved outward) or spherical (differently curved) exterior mirrors increase the vision field. They do, however, make objects appear smaller in the mirror. These mirrors are only of limited use, therefore, for estimating distances to the following vehicles.

  • Page 57: Seats And Storage

    Seats and Storage Seats and Storage Front seats WARNING (continued)  Ensure that there are no objects in the footwell as any objects may get Basic information behind the pedals during a driving or braking manoeuvre. You would then no longer be able to operate the clutch, to brake or accelerate.

  • Page 58: Adjusting Front Seats Electrically

    Seats and Storage Adjusting lumbar support* Adjusting seat – Adopt the correct seated position  page 56. – Turn the wheel until you have set the most comfortable curvature of the seat upholstery in the area of your spine.  fig. –...
  • Page 59 Seats and Storage Storing setting Memory buttons Memory for the seat offers the possibility to store the individual driver seat and external mirror position. An individual position can be allocated to each of the three  page 58, fig. memory buttons 56, that is three in total.

  • Page 60: Head Restraints

    Seats and Storage  If you assign the radio remote control to a memory button which has already been Note assigned to a radio remote control, the old assignment is also replaced by a new If the memory button is pressed once again during the automatic setting of the seat assignment in this case.

  • Page 61: Rear Seats

    Seats and Storage WARNING  The head restraints must be correctly adjusted in order to offer effective protection for the occupants in the event of an accident.  Do not drive under any circumstance with removed head restraints - risk of injury! Rear seats Fig.
  • Page 62 Seats and Storage Move seats into the initial position seats and the armrest in such a way that no mutual deformation or damage can occur to the seats. – Install the head restraints in the slightly lifted seat backrest.  fig. 61 –...

  • Page 63: Pedals

    Seats and Storage The luggage compartment can be increased further in size by removing the rear seat. WARNING Removing If, as an occupant, you have a subdued pain and/or temperature sensitivity, e.g. through medication, paralysis or because of chronic illness (e.g. diabetes), we –...

  • Page 64: Luggage Compartment

    Seats and Storage WARNING (continued) WARNING (continued)  around are hit by a deployed airbag. In this case, the objects which are thrown There must be no objects on the floor which could roll under the pedals. You back can injure the occupants - hazard. would then no longer be able to apply the brakes, operate the clutch or accel- ...
  • Page 65 Seats and Storage Lashing eyes WARNING (continued)  If the items of luggage or objects are attached to the lashing eyes with unsuitable or damaged lashing straps, injuries can occur in the event of braking manoeuvres or accidents. In order to prevent the items of luggage being thrown forward, always use suitable lashing straps which are firmly attached to the lashing eyes.
  • Page 66 Seats and Storage  fig. 68 The fixing net and the installation instruction are located in a container under the floor Fixing examples of the fixing net as double vertical pocket and floor net  fig. covering of the luggage compartment behind the spare wheel. The fixing net and the installation instruction are located in a container under the floor WARNING covering of the luggage compartment behind the spare wheel.
  • Page 67 Seats and Storage Luggage compartment cover (Octavia) Note You can use the luggage compartment cover behind the head Opening the tailgate also lifts up the luggage compartment cover. restraints for storing light and soft items. Foldable luggage compartment cover (Combi) Fig.
  • Page 68 Seats and Storage Removing the variable loading floor Caution – Unlock the loading floor by turning the locking bolts by approx. 90° to the left Please ensure that the heating elements of the rear window heater and the foldable  fig. luggage compartment cover are not damaged as a result of objects placed in this area.

  • Page 69: Net Partition (Combi)

    Seats and Storage Divide the luggage compartment with variable loading floor* Pulling out – Pull the net partition out of the housing at an angle of about 45° in direction of the boot lid at the loop – Insert the cross rod into the mount first on the one side and push the cross rod forwards.
  • Page 70 Seats and Storage WARNING (continued)  First check for yourself that the cross road is inserted into the mounts the front position! Removing and installing net partition housing Fig. 78 Roll up net partition Pulling out – Fold the rear seats forwards  page 60 ...

  • Page 71: The Roof Rack

    Seats and Storage The roof rack* Lashing points (Octavia) Description Pay attention to the following points if you wish to transport luggage or other items on the roof of your vehicle:  A special roof luggage rack system was developed for the vehicle, that is why you should only use a roof luggage rack which has been released for use by Škoda Auto.

  • Page 72: Note Holder

    Seats and Storage Caution WARNING  Do not open the beverages in the cup holder while driving. They may spill when The items which you transport on the roof bar system must be reliably braking and while doing so damage the vehicle. attached - risk of accident! ...

  • Page 73: Ashtray

    Seats and Storage Ashtray* WARNING Never lay flammable objects in the ashtray basin - risk of fire! Front ashtray Rear ashtray Fig. 83 Centre console: Front ashtray Fig. 85 Low centre console: Rear ashtray Removing ashtray – Fold the cover backwards and remove the ashtray in direction of arrow. Replacing ashtray –...

  • Page 74: Cigarette Lighter*, Power Sockets

    Seats and Storage Cigarette lighter*, power sockets WARNING  Take care when using the cigarette lighter! Not paying proper attention or Cigarette lighter incorrect use the cigarette lighter in an uncontrolled manner may result in You can also use the socket on the cigarette lighter for other electrical burns.

  • Page 75: Storage Compartments

    Seats and Storage The power socket, which fulfils the requirements of DIN standard ISO 4165, must only WARNING (continued) be used for connecting approved electrical accessories with a power uptake of up to  120 watts. The vehicle battery will be discharged in the process if the engine is Ensure that when driving no objects from the centre console of from other stationary.
  • Page 76 Seats and Storage Storage compartment for spectacles* Front seat armrest with storage compartment* Fig. 89 Centre console: Storage Fig. 90 Armrest: Storage compartment for spectacles compartment Opening and closing the storage compartment for spectacles The armrest is adjustable in height. –...
  • Page 77 Seats and Storage Rear seat armrest with storage compartment* Clothes hooks* Fig. 91 Rear seats: Armrest Fig. 93 Rear door: Clothes hooks  fig. A clothes hook is located above the rear doors WARNING  Ensure that any clothes hanging from the hooks do not impair your vision to the rear.

  • Page 78: Heating And Air Conditioning System

    Heating and air conditioning system Heating and air conditioning system Air outlet vents Heating Using the system The heating system delivers air into the interior of the vehicle and warms it as required. Fig. 94 Air outlet vents Open air outlet vents Fig.
  • Page 79 Heating and air conditioning system The air inlet in front of the windscreen must be free of ice, snow or leaves in order to WARNING (continued) ensure that the heating and ventilation systems operate properly. increases. Switch recirculated air mode off as soon as the windows begin The heating effect is dependent upon the coolant temperature, thus full heat output misting up.

  • Page 80: Air Conditioning System

    Heating and air conditioning system Recirculated air mode  page 80, fig. 96 The air conditioning only operates if button is pressed and the following conditions are met: In recirculated air mode air is sucked out of the interior of the vehicle ...
  • Page 81 Heating and air conditioning system – IF you wish to close the inlet for fresh air, use the switch - Recirculated air  WARNING (continued) mode  page 82. increases. Switch recirculated air mode off as soon as the windows begin Control for air distribution misting up.
  • Page 82 Heating and air conditioning system Setting air conditioning system Recommended settings of the control elements of the air conditioning system for the respective operating modes: Setting of the control dial Button Setup Air outlet vents 3 Air outlet vents 4 Defrosting the windscreen To the right up to Open and align with the...

  • Page 83: Climatronic* (Automatic Air Conditioning)

    Heating and air conditioning system Recirculated air mode For the sake of the environment In recirculated air mode air is sucked out of the interior of the vehicle When you economize on fuel, you also reduce pollutant emissions. and then fed back into the interior. Recirculated air mode prevents polluted air outside the vehicle from getting into the Climatronic* (automatic air conditioning) vehicle, for example when driving through a tunnel or when standing in a traffic jam.
  • Page 84 Heating and air conditioning system The AC compressor is switched off at a high coolant temperature in order to provide during the cold season of the year - in order to avoid such odours. Also open a window cooling at a high load of the engine. for a short time.
  • Page 85 Heating and air conditioning system Defrosting the windscreen – Press the button - the warning light lights up in the button. AUTO Recirculated air mode  The automatic mode is switched off by pressing the button for the air distribution or Direction of air flow increasing or decreasing the blower speed.
  • Page 86 Heating and air conditioning system Defrosting windscreen - switching off You can set the interior temperature between +18°C (64°F) and +29°C (84 °F). The interior temperature is regulated automatically within this range. If you select the – Once again press the button or the button AUTO ...

  • Page 87: Operational Problems

    Heating and air conditioning system Operational problems If all the symbols on the display of the automatic air conditioning system flash for approx. 15 seconds after switching on the ignition, then there is a fault in the system - visit a specialist garage. If the cooling system does not operate, the following faults may exist: ...

  • Page 88: Starting-Off And Driving

    Starting-off and Driving Starting-off and Driving Setting steering wheel position WARNING  You must not adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving!  The driver must maintain a distance of at least 25 cm to the steering wheel ...

  • Page 89: Starting The Engine

    Starting-off and Driving Petrol engines WARNING - ignition switched off, engine off, the steering can be locked.  When driving, the ignition key must always be in the position (ignition - ignition switched on switched on) without the engine running. This position is indicated by the - start engine warning lights coming on.

  • Page 90: Switching Off The Engine

    Starting-off and Driving It may be necessary, if the engine is very hot, to slightly depress the accelerator after WARNING the engine has started.  Never run the engine in non ventilated or enclosed areas. The exhaust gases of the engine contain besides the odorless and colourless carbon monoxide a Diesel engines poisonous gas - hazard! Carbon monoxide can cause unconsciousness and death.

  • Page 91: Shifting

    Starting-off and Driving Shift into reverse only when the vehicle is stationary. Depress the clutch pedal and WARNING hold it fully depressed. Wait a moment before engaging reverse gear in order to avoid  any shift noises. Never switch off the engine before the vehicle is stationary - risk of accident! ...

  • Page 92: Rear Parking Aid

    Starting-off and Driving Rear parking aid* Releasing the handbrake – Pull the handbrake lever up slightly and at the same time press in the locking The parking aid provides a warning of obstacles behind the vehicle.  page 90, fig. button 102.

  • Page 93: Cruise Control System (Ccs)

    Starting-off and Driving WARNING (continued) WARNING   The parking aid is not a substitute for the driver paying proper attention and In order to prevent unintentional use of the cruise control system, always it is always the driver's responsibility to take care when parking the vehicle or switch off the system after use.
  • Page 94 Starting-off and Driving After releasing the rocker button from the SET position, the speed you have stored – If you release the rocker button when the vehicle is travelling at a speed of less than (above 30 km/hour 20 mph) is maintained at a constant speed without having to 30 km/h, the speed is not stored, the memory is erased.

  • Page 95: Communication

    Communication Communication Mobile phone, handsfree-system* – Plug the adapter cable into the mobile phone socket. The socket is located on the mobile phone mount below. Universal preparation for the phone – Switch on the ignition. – Wait approximately 20 seconds, switch off the ignition and pull the ignition key out of the ignition lock.
  • Page 96 Communication It is essential that you inform a specialist garage about the possibilites to assemble and operate mobile phones and two-way radio sets which have a power output of more than 10 W. They will inform you which technical possibilities exist for retrofitting mobile telephones and radio transmitters.
  • Page 97 Communication...

  • Page 98: Safety

    Passive Safety Safety Passive Safety  Basic information seat belt height adjuster for front seats,  front airbags*,  Driving the safe way side airbags*,  anchoring points for child seat using the “ISOFIX” system, Passive safety measures reduce the risk of injury in accident situations. ...

  • Page 99: Correct Seated Position

    Passive Safety  Correct seated position Ensure that no objects can obstruct the pedal.  Adjust the mirror, the front seat and the head restraint to match your body size.  Correct seated position for the driver Point out to your occupants that the head restraints must be adjusted to match their body size.
  • Page 100 Passive Safety  Correct seated position for the front passenger Adjust the seat backrest so that you are able to reach the highest point of the steering wheel with your arms at a slight angle. The front passenger must maintain a distance of at least 25°cm from ...
  • Page 101 Passive Safety Examples of an incorrect seated position WARNING (continued) An incorrect seated position can lead to severe injuries or death for the  The seat backrests must not be angled too far back when driving otherwise occupants. this will affect proper operation of the seat belts and of the airbag system - risk of injury! Seat belts offer their optimum protection only if the webbing of the seat belts is prop- erly routed.
  • Page 102 Passive Safety 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 103: Seat Belts

    Seat belts Seat belts Why seat belts? It is important that you pay attention to safety measures, particularly when trans- porting children in the vehicle  page 115, “What you should know about trans- porting children!”. WARNING  Fasten your seat belt each time before setting off, also when driving in town! This also applies to the people seated at the rear - risk of injury! ...

  • Page 104: The Physical Principle Of A Frontal Collision

    Seat belts The physical principle of a frontal collision The speed of the vehicle is, nevertheless, the most important factor. Doubling the speed of the vehicle from 25 km/h up to 50 km/hour increases the kinetic energy four times. The common opinion that it is possible to support your body in a minor accident with your hands, is incorrect.

  • Page 105: How Are Seat Belts Correctly Fastened

    Seat belts How are seat belts correctly fastened? WARNING (continued)  The belt webbing must not run across solid or fragile objects (e.g. specta- Fastening three-point seat belts cles, ball-point pens, keys etc.) as this may be a cause of injuries. Fasten your seat belt before starting! ...
  • Page 106 Seat belts Seat belt height adjuster – Slowly pull the belt webbing at the tongue of the lock over your chest and pelvis  – Insert the tongue of the lock into the seat belt buckle belonging to the seat until it is heard to lock in place.
  • Page 107 Seat belts Taking seat belts off Switching child safety lock on – Attach the child safety seat with the three-point seat belt (self-retracting) as stated in the manufacturer's instructions. – Reel up the shoulder part of the belt completely. When the belt is reeled up, this can be detected by a “clicking”...

  • Page 108: Belt Tensioners

    Seat belts Belt tensioners Safety for the driver and front passenger wearing their seat belts is enhanced by the belt tensioners fitted to the inertia reels of the front three-point seat belts, in addition to the protection afforded by the airbag system. The three-point seat belts are automatically tensioned in the event of a frontal collision of a certain severity.

  • Page 109: Airbag System

    Airbag system Airbag system Description of the airbag system WARNING  To enable the occupants of a vehicle to be protected with the greatest General information on the airbag system possible effect when the airbag is deployed, the front seats must be  page 98, “Correct seated position”...

  • Page 110: Front Airbags

    Airbag system  the interior lighting comes on (if the switch for the interior light is in the door In the case of a violent side crash, the side airbag* is deployed on the side of the vehicle on which the collision occurs. contact position), ...
  • Page 111 Airbag system  fig. compartment 118. The installation positions are each marked with the The airbag system is designed in such a way that the driver and the front passenger “AIRBAG” logo. airbag* are deployed in the event of a frontal collision of major severity. The front airbag system, in combination with three-point safety belts, offers additional In certain accident situations, the front and side airbags may be deployed together.

  • Page 112: Side Airbags

    Airbag system Side airbags* WARNING  Never transport children on the front seat of a vehicle without using a Description of side airbags proper restraint system. If airbags are deployed in the event of an accident, the The side airbag increases protection of the passenger concerned in the child might suffer severe or even fatal injuries! ...
  • Page 113 Airbag system Function of the side airbags WARNING (continued) Risk of injury to the upper part of the body is reduced by fully inflated child is seated with its back facing in direction of travel (in some countries also side airbags. when the child is facing the direction of travel) ...

  • Page 114: Deactivating An Airbag

    Airbag system  The airbag indicator light in the instrument cluster lights up for about 3 seconds WARNING (continued) after switching on the ignition and then flashes after that for about 12 seconds.  Any work on the side airbag system including removing and installing The following situation applies if the airbag has been switched off using the system components because of other repair work (e.g.
  • Page 115 Airbag system In cases where the front passenger airbag and also possibly the side airbag* are switched off, the indicator light comes on about 4 seconds after the ignition is switched on. There is a system fault present in the airbag switch off  if the indicator light flashes.

  • Page 116: Transporting Children Safely

    Transporting children safely Transporting children safely What you should know about transporting children! Note Any varying national legal regulations take priority over the information provided in An introduction to the subject these instructions for use, or stated in this chapter. Accident statistics have revealed that children are generally more Important safety information regarding the use of child safety seats safely transported on the rear seats than on the front passenger seat.
  • Page 117 Transporting children safely We recommend, for safety reasons, that you always mount a child restraint systems on WARNING (continued) the rear seats whenever possible. If you still decide, however, to use a child safety seat passenger seat if the airbag system deploys in the event of an accident. This can on the front passenger seat then you must pay attention to the following warnings in result in severe or even fatal injuries.
  • Page 118 Transporting children safely The side airbags are inflated in fractions of a second in order to be able to provide this WARNING (continued) protection  page 112, “Function of the side airbags”.  If this is not done, a child seated on the front passenger seat may suffer An airbag inflating develops such a strong force that an occupant who has not adopted severe or even fatal injuries if the front passenger airbag or airbags are an upright seated position may suffer injuries from the airbag or as a result of objects...

  • Page 119: Child Seat

    Transporting children safely Child seat Child seat Front passenger Rear seat Rear seat of the group seat outside middle Classification of child seats into groups Only child safety seats which have an official approval and are suitable for the child, may be used. ECE-R 44 standard applies to child safety seats.
  • Page 120 Transporting children safely travel. It is best for children in the upper range of the Group 0+, to use a child seat WARNING  fig. 129 which allows the child to sit in the direction of travel.  It is essential to always switch off the front passenger airbag (airbags) when Child safety seats in which the child is seated with its back facing the direction of travel, attaching in exceptional circumstances a child safety seat on the front must not be used on the front passenger seat ...
  • Page 121 Transporting children safely Child safety seats in Group 2 Child safety seats in Group 3 Fig. 130 Child seat in Group 2 Fig. 131 Child seat in Group 3 installed on the rear seat facing installed on the rear seat facing the direction of travel the direction of travel For children up to about 7 years of age weighing between 15 and 25 kg the optimal...

  • Page 122: Attaching A Child Seat Using The "Isofix" System

    Transporting children safely Attaching a child seat using the “ISOFIX” system – Pull on both sides of the child seat! One can mount a child safety seat using the “ISOFIX” system quickly, easily and reli- ably. Please pay close attention to instructions from the manufacturer of the child safety seat when installing and removing the seat.
  • Page 123 Transporting children safely...

  • Page 124: Driving Tips

    Intelligent Technology Driving Tips Intelligent Technology Electronic stability programme (ESP)* additional measurement data which are supplied by highly sensitive sensors: the rota- tional velocity of the vehicle about its vertical axis, the lateral acceleration of the vehicle, the braking pressure and the steering angle. General The direction which the driver wishes to take is determined based on the steering angle and the speed of the vehicle and is constantly compared with the actual behav-...
  • Page 125 Intelligent Technology Overheating of the brakes WARNING The EDL switches off automatically if unusually severe stresses exist in order to avoid It is also not possible for the ESP to overcome the physical limits of the vehicle. excessive heat generation in the disc brake on the wheel which is being braked. The Even if a vehicle fitted with ESP you should still always adapt your style of vehicle can continue to be driven and has the same characteristics as a vehicle not driving to the condition of the road surface and the traffic situation.

  • Page 126: Brakes

    Intelligent Technology Traction control system (TCS) Examples:  when driving with snow chains The traction control system prevents the driven wheels from spinning  when driving in deep snow or on a loose surface when accelerating.  when it is necessary to rock a vehicle when it has become stuck. then you should switch on the TCS again.

  • Page 127: Brake Booster

    Intelligent Technology be moist or even have a coating of ice on them in winter. You should dry the brakes as WARNING (continued) soon as possible by applying and releasing the brakes several times. compensate for this slightly reduced braking force by increasing the pressure There also may be a certain delay before the full braking efficiency is available when on the brake pedal.

  • Page 128: Brake Assist

    Intelligent Technology Brake Assist* You must not expect, however, that the braking distance will be shorter under all circumstances as a result of the ABS. The braking distance for example on gravel and fresh snow, when you should anyway be driving slowly and cautiously, will be longer. During a severe brake application (e.g.

  • Page 129: Driving And The Environment

    Driving and the Environment Driving and the Environment The first 1 500 kilometres and then afterwards Caution All the speed and engine revolution figures apply only when the engine is at its normal A new engine operating temperature. Never rev up an engine which is cold, neither when the vehicle is stationary nor when driving in individual gears.

  • Page 130: Catalytic Converter

    Driving and the Environment  Catalytic converter If you detect misfiring, a drop in performance or irregular engine running when driving, reduce your speed immediately and have the vehicle inspected by the nearest Proper operation of the emission control system (catalytic converter) is specialist garage.
  • Page 131 Driving and the Environment  fig. 136 guidelines given in this chapter in order to make best use of these characteristics and shows the ratio of fuel consumption to the speed of your vehicle in the to maintain their effectiveness. relevant gears.
  • Page 132 Driving and the Environment  Reducing idling Check the ground below your vehicle at regular intervals to detect any leakages in good time. Please have your vehicle inspected by a specialist garge if you find any Idling also costs fuel. stains caused by oil or other fluids on the floor.

  • Page 133: Environmental Compatibility

    Driving and the Environment Checking tyre inflation pressures components switched on, the more fuel will be consumed for operating the alternator. Tyres which are correctly inflated save fuel. Keeping a log of your fuel consumption Always ensure that your tyres are inflated to the correct pressure at all times. The rolling resistance will be increased if the tyre filling pressure is too low.

  • Page 134: Motoring Abroad

    Driving and the Environment Manufacture Headlight stickers can be obtained as a spare part from the specialist garages.  Solvent-free cavity protection; The adaptation of the headlights with Xenon lamps (applies to vehicles which are  designed for driving on the left and on the right) is performed by switching over a bezel Solvent-free protection of the vehicle for transportation from the production plant to the customer;...

  • Page 135: Towing A Trailer

    Towing a trailer Towing a trailer Towing a trailer General Maintenance There are a number of points to pay attention to when towing a trailer. Technical requirements Trailer load The towing device must satisfy certain technical requirements. The permissible trailer load must on no account be exceeded. Your vehicle is designed primarily for transporting persons and luggage.
  • Page 136 Towing a trailer Headlights The fact that the driving stability of the vehicle + trailer combination reduces with increasing speed means that the legally allowed speed should not be used when there Before starting off with a hitched trailer, also check the setting of the headlights. Alter are unfavourable road, weather or wind conditions, particularly near accident black the setting as necessary with the aid of the headlight beam adjuster ...

  • Page 137: Detachable Towing Device

    Towing a trailer  Detachable towing device* You should take off the ball head if you drive without towing a trailer. Inspect whether the end cover properly seals off the mounting shaft.  Remove the ball head beforehand if you wish to clean your vehicle using a steam jet.

  • Page 138: General Maintenance

    Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle General Maintenance Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle  General Frequency of use,  The parking situation (garage, below trees etc.), Proper care retains the value of your vehicle. ...
  • Page 139 Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle There are no particular points to note before washing your vehicle in such a plant other Caution than the usual precautionary measures (closing windows and sliding/tilting roof,  Do not wash your vehicle in bright sunlight - risk of paint damage. moving any factory-fitted aerials down flat against the bodywork, etc.).
  • Page 140 Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle Wax treatment Caution Do not polish the chrome parts in a dusty environment, otherwise they can be Good wax treatment is an effective way of protecting the paintwork from harmful envi- scratched.
  • Page 141 Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle Locking cylinder You should also clean the windows regularly from the inside. Do not use window leathers which you have used to polish the vehicle body to dry off We recommend that you use the spray from Škoda original accessories with the windows.

  • Page 142: Underbody Protection

    Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle Note WARNING Severe layers of dirt on the wheels can also result in wheel imbalance. This may show Safety and environmental protection regulations should observed when using itself in the form of a wheel vibration which is transmitted to the steering wheel which, petroleum cleaner to remove wax - a risk of fire! in certain circumstances, can cause premature wear of the steering.

  • Page 143: Care Of The Interior Of Vehicle

    Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle Care of the interior of vehicle – Ensure that the leather is not soaked through at any point and that no water gets into the stitching of the seams. Plastic parts, artificial leather and cloths –...
  • Page 144 Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle Note  Use a care cream with light blocker and impregnation effect regularly and each time after cleaning the leather. The cream nourishes the leather, allows it to breathe and keeps it supple and also provides moisture. It also creates surface protection. ...

  • Page 145: Fuel

    Fuel Fuel Petrol On vehicles with prescribed unleaded petrol 95/91 RON, the use of petrol with a higher octane number than 95 does not result in a noticeable power increase or a lower fuel consumption. Grades of petrol On vehicles with prescribed unleaded petrol min. 95 RON, the use of petrol with a higher octane number than 95 does not result in a power increase or a lower fuel consumption.

  • Page 146: Refuelling

    Fuel Caution Caution  Therefore, your vehicle can only be operated with diesel fuel which complies with It is not permitted to add the various fuel additives on the market, including petrol, to the standard EN 590 (standard DIN 51628 in Germany, standard ÖNORM C 1590 in diesel fuel in order to improve its flow properties.
  • Page 147 Fuel  – Unscrew the fuel filler cap anti-clockwise and place the fuel filler cap from above Remove any fuel which has spilled onto the paintwork of your vehicle immediately  page 145, fig. on the fuel filler flap 141. - risk of paint damage! ...

  • Page 148: Inspecting And Replenishing

    Inspecting and replenishing Inspecting and replenishing Engine compartment Opening and closing the bonnet. Bonnet remote release Fig. 143 Radiator grille: Locking lever Fig. 142 Bonnet release lever Bonnet remote release  fig. – Pull the unlocking lever below the dash panel on the driver's side 142.
  • Page 149 Inspecting and replenishing Closing the bonnet WARNING (continued) – Lift the bonnet slightly and unhook the bonnet support. Press the bonnet support  On vehicles fitted with a manual gearbox, move the gearshift lever into into the holder designed to hold it. Neutral.

  • Page 150: Engine Oil

    Inspecting and replenishing Windshield washer fluid reservoir ....... WARNING (continued) Engine oil dipstick .
  • Page 151 Inspecting and replenishing Note Oil capacity with oil filter change. Inspect oil level when filling; do not fill up too much. The oil  page 150, fig. level must be between the markings 146.  Before a long drive we recommend that you purchase and carry with you engine oil which complies with the specification for your vehicle.
  • Page 152 Inspecting and replenishing Oil level within range – Inspect the oil level  page 150. – You may top up the oil. It is possible that the oil level may then be within range – Carefully screw on the cap of the filler opening and push the dipstick in fully. after doing this.

  • Page 153: Cooling System

    Inspecting and replenishing For the sake of the environment Note  You must on no account pour oil into the ground or into the sewage system. If the engine is not running (when towing) or if the V-ribbed belt is torn, the power ...
  • Page 154 Inspecting and replenishing Losses can only occur through the pressure relief in the cap of the coolant expansion Caution bottle which is completely free of leaks if the coolant boils as a result of overheating  Other coolant additives may cause operational problems which, in partic- and is forced out of the cooling system.

  • Page 155: Brake Fluid

    Inspecting and replenishing WARNING WARNING  The cooling system is pressurized! Do not open the cap of the coolant You must therefore be aware when working in the engine compartment that expansion bottle if the engine is still hot - risk of scalding! the fan may switch on suddenly - risk of injury! ...

  • Page 156: Battery

    Inspecting and replenishing instrument cluster  page 31. In this case stop immediately and do not drive any For the sake of the environment further! Obtain professional assistance. In view of the problems involved with proper disposal of brake fluid, the special tools and the professional knowledge required, you should have the brake fluid replaced by WARNING authorised Škoda Service Partners.
  • Page 157 Inspecting and replenishing WARNING (continued) WARNING   The battery acid is strongly corrosive and must, therefore, be handled with Never use a battery which is damaged - risk of explosion! Immediately the greatest of care. Always wear protective gloves, eye and skin protection replace a damaged battery.
  • Page 158 Inspecting and replenishing Battery with a two-tone indicator Note  Batteries with two-tone indicator, which are mounted as of factory, are marked with a code which always begins with 5K0. The exact marking can be e.g. 5K0 915 105 D. ...
  • Page 159 Inspecting and replenishing Charging the battery WARNING A properly charged battery is essential for reliably starting the engine. Never charge a frozen or thawed battery - risk of explosion and caustic burns. Replace a frozen battery. – Read the warning notes  in “Working on the battery”...

  • Page 160: Windshield Washer System

    Inspecting and replenishing Windshield washer system Caution  On no account should you add radiator antifreeze or other additives to the wind- screen washer fluid.  If the vehicle is fitted with a headlight cleaning system, you should only add cleaning products which do not attack the polycarbonate coating of the headlights to the windscreen washer fluid.

  • Page 161: Wheels And Tyres

    Wheels and Tyres Wheels and Tyres Wheels Note Please observe the various differing legal requirements regarding tyres. General information  Tyre life New tyres do not offer optimal grip at first and should therefore be run in for about 500 km at a moderate speed and an appropriately cautious style of driving. You will also profit from longer tyre life.
  • Page 162 Wheels and Tyres Wear indicators Driving style Fast cornering, sharp acceleration and braking (squealing tyres) increase wear-and- tear on your tyres. Balancing wheels The wheels of a new vehicle are balanced. There are a wide range of influences when driving which may result in an imbalance and which makes themselves felt through vibration in the steering.
  • Page 163 Wheels and Tyres Changing wheels around replacement parts available plus the required specialist knowledge and are also in a position to properly dispose of the old tyres. A large number of specialist garages also have an attractive range of tyres and wheels available. The tyre/wheel combinations which are approved for your vehicle are indicated in your vehicle documents.
  • Page 164 Wheels and Tyres Wheel bolts means, for example, that the tyre was manufactured in the 50th week of the year 2008. If the spare wheel* differs from the tyres fitted to the vehicle (e.g. winter tyres or low- Wheels and wheel bolts are matched to each other in terms of design. Each time you profile tyres), the spare wheel* should only be used for a short time in the event of a fit other wheels - e.g.
  • Page 165 Wheels and Tyres Winter tyres must be mounted on all four wheels to obtain the best handling charac- 7 °C - the braking distance is shorter, there is less tyre noise, tyre wear is reduced and teristics. fuel consumption is reduced. You must only fit those types of winter tyre which are approved for your vehicle.
  • Page 166 Wheels and Tyres Caution You must take the chains off as soon as you drive on roads which are free of snow. They adversely affect the handling of your vehicle, damage the tyres and are rapidly destroyed. Note We recommend that you use snow chains from the Škoda genuine accessories. Using the system Safety Driving Tips...

  • Page 167: Accessories, Changes And Replacement Of Parts

    This interference can also impair not directly affected systems because of the  Škoda Genuine Accessories which have been released for use and Skoda original networking of the electronic components. This means that the operating safety of your parts can be bought from specialist garages that professionally undertake the vehicle can be considerably jeopardized, a greater wear of vehicle parts can occur and assembly of parts which were purchased there.

  • Page 168: Breakdown Assistance

    Breakdown assistance Breakdown assistance Breakdown assistance First-aid box*, Warning triangle* and bulb set* WARNING If the fire extinguisher is not correctly attached, in case of sudden manoeuvres A space for stowing the first-aid box and the bulb set is located in a well of the plastic or an accident it can be “thrown”...

  • Page 169: Spray For Repairing A Tyre

    Breakdown assistance The vehicle tool kit contains the following parts (depending on equipment fitted): The spray for repairing a tyre is intended for rapid repair of small defects in a tyre  consisting of a damage up to a size of up to 5 mm. The spray is not at all intended to Wire clamps for removing the full wheel trims, replace a permanent repair on the tyre;...

  • Page 170: Changing A Wheel

    Breakdown assistance – If a trailer is coupled, uncouple it. – Take the vehicle tool kit  page 167 and the spare wheel*  page 168 out of the The spare wheel lies in a well under the floor covering of the luggage compartment ...
  • Page 171 Breakdown assistance Full wheel trim* – Tighten the wheel bolts firmly, alternately and diagonally using the wrench* (cross- wise)  page 171. – Mount the full wheel trim/wheel trim cap or the caps. Note  All bolts must be clean and must turn easily. ...
  • Page 172 Breakdown assistance Wheel bolts with caps* Pulling off  fig. – Carefully remove the wheel trim cap using the wire clamp 162. Slackening and tightening wheel bolts Slacken the wheel bolts before jacking up the vehicle. Fig. 161 Removing the cap. Pulling off –...
  • Page 173 Breakdown assistance Note WARNING  Apply pressure carefully with your foot to the end of the wrench* if it proves difficult Always raise the vehicle with the doors closed - risk of injury! to slacken the bolts. Hold tight on the vehicle when doing this and ensure that you have ...

  • Page 174: Jump-Starting

    Breakdown assistance – Have the tightening torque checked with a torque wrench as soon as possible. Negative cable - colour coding in the majority of cases black. Steel and light alloy wheels must be tightened to a tightening torque of 120 Nm. WARNING The safety wheel bolts on vehicles fitted with them (one safety wheel bolt per wheel) ...

  • Page 175: Tow-Starting And Towing Vehicle

    Breakdown assistance Connecting positive terminals WARNING (continued)  page 173, fig. 166 – Attach one end to the positive terminal of the discharged  Keep any sources of ignition (naked flame, smouldering cigarettes etc.) battery away from the battery - risk of an explosion! –...
  • Page 176 Breakdown assistance  fig. Driving style The front towing eye is welded on behind the bumper on the right 167. The tow rope or the tow bar must only be attached to this eye. The grille is secured with plastic Towing another vehicle requires a certain amount of practice.
  • Page 177 Breakdown assistance – Depress the clutch pedal fully when the engine fires and take the vehicle out of gear. WARNING There is high risk of having an accident when tow-starting a vehicle, when for example the towed vehicle runs into the towing vehicle. Caution Vehicles which are fitted with a catalytic converter should not be tow-started over a distance of more than 50 metres.

  • Page 178: Fuses And Light Bulbs

    Fuses and light bulbs Fuses and light bulbs Electric fuses We recommend that you always have the small box of replacement fuses in your vehicle. You can obtain replacement fuses from the range of Škoda original parts or from a specialist garage Replacing fuses Colour coding of fuses Defect fuses must be replaced.
  • Page 179 Fuses and light bulbs Fuse cover in engine compartment Fuse assignment in engine compartment - version 1 The fuse box in the engine compartment exists in two different versions. You can determine which version your vehicle is fitted with after removing the fuse cover at the location of the fuses.
  • Page 180 Fuses and light bulbs Fuse assignment in engine compartment - version 2 Fuse assignment in the dash panel Fig. 172 Schematic representa- Fig. 173 Schematic representa- tion of fuse box in engine tion of the fuse carrier in the compartment - version 2 dash panel Certain electrical components are only standard on certain vehicle model versions or Certain electrical components are only standard on certain vehicle model versions or...

  • Page 181: Bulbs

    Fuses and light bulbs Power consumer Amperes Power consumer Amperes Brake lights Trailer socket, power socket in the luggage compartment Interior lighting, central locking system, interior lighting Fog lights (without central locking system) Petrol engine: Control unit Instrument cluster, steering angle sender, rear mirror diesel engine: Control unit Air conditioning system Luggage compartment light, central locking system, inte-...
  • Page 182 Fuses and light bulbs light bulbs. This applies, in particular, to bulbs which can only be reached from the Others Bulb (Octavia) Bulb (Combi) engine compartment. Side turn signal lights WY5W WY5W We therefore recommend that you have any bulbs changed by a specialist garage or, in exceptional cases, by calling on other professional assistance.
  • Page 183 Fuses and light bulbs Main headlight with cover Parking light at the front Fig. 175 Change the light bulb Fig. 174 Removing cover for the parking light Change the light bulb for the parking light Before changing the light bulb for the low beam and main beam light or the light bulb for the parking light, remove the protective cover from the rear part of the headlight.
  • Page 184 Fuses and light bulbs Main beam light and low beam light Fog lights* Fig. 176 Change light bulbs for main beam lights and low beam Fig. 177 Change light bulbs for lights fog lights Change light bulb for main beam light and low beam light Change light bulbs for fog lights –...
  • Page 185 Fuses and light bulbs Turn signal light at the front Light unit (Octavia) Fig. 178 Removing the light bulb Fig. 179 Luggage compartment: for the turn signal light Light bulb holder Changing light bulb for turn signal light (at the front) Changing light bulbs in the lamp holder –...
  • Page 186 Fuses and light bulbs Rear light unit (Combi) Licence plate light Fig. 180 Luggage compartment: Fig. 181 Licence plate light: Light bulb holder Replacing light bulb Changing light bulbs in the lamp holder Changing light bulbs of licence plate light –...
  • Page 187 Fuses and light bulbs...

  • Page 188: Technical Data

    Technical Data Technical Data Technical Data General information Weight The details given in the official vehicle registration documents always take precedence The loading capacity is reduced in line with the range of the special equipment. The over the details in the Owner's Manual. Please refer to the official vehicle registration unloaden weight contains a fuel tank topped up to 90%.

  • Page 189: Fuel Consumption According To The Ece Standards And Eu Guidelines

    Technical Data Gearbox code, paint number, interior equipment number, engine output, engine Urban traffic code The consumption measurement in urban traffic begins with starting of the cold engine. Partial description of the vehicle Afterwards the normal urban traffic is simulated. Vehicle identification number (VIN) Non-urban traffic The vehicle identification number - VIN (vehicle body number) is stamped into the...

  • Page 190: Dimensions

    Technical Data Dimensions Dimensions (mm) OCTAVIA COMBI Length 4507 4513 Width 1731 1731 Width including exterior mirror 1984 1984 Height 1431/1455 1457/1481 Wheel base 2512 2512 Track gauge front / rear 1513/1494 1513/1494 Clearance The value corresponds to the status with rough road package. Using the system Safety Driving Tips...

  • Page 191: Ltr./55 Kw - Eu4

    Technical Data 1.4 ltr./55 kW - EU4 Engine Power output kW per rpm 55/5000 Maximum torque Nm per rpm 126/3800 Number of cylinders Displacement 1389 Performances OCTAVIA - M5 COMBI - M5 Maximum speed km/h Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h 15,3 15,5 Fuel consumption (in ltr./100 km) and CO...
  • Page 192 Technical Data Capacities (in liter) Fuel tank capacity/of which spare 55/7 Reservoir for windscreen washer system/with headlight cleaning system 3/5,5 Engine oil Cooling system of the vehicle Oil capacity with oil filter change. Inspect oil level according to filling - see Owner's Manual. Weight (in kg) OCTAVIA - M5 COMBI - M5...

  • Page 193: Ltr./75 Kw - Eu4/Eu2 Ddk

    Technical Data 1.6 ltr./75 kW - EU4/EU2 DDK Engine Power output kW per rpm 75/5600 Maximum torque Nm per rpm 148/3800 Number of cylinders Displacement 1595 Performances OCTAVIA - M5 COMBI - M5 Maximum speed km/h Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h 11,8 11,9 Fuel consumption (in ltr./100 km) and CO...

  • Page 194: Ltr./110 Kw - Eu4/Eu3D

    Technical Data Capacities (in liter) Fuel tank capacity/of which spare 55/7 Reservoir for windscreen washer system/with headlight cleaning system 3/5,5 Engine oil Cooling system of the vehicle Oil capacity with oil filter change. Inspect oil level according to filling - see Owner's Manual. Weight (in kg) OCTAVIA - M5 COMBI - M5...
  • Page 195 Technical Data Performances OCTAVIA - M5 COMBI - M5 Maximum speed km/h Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h Fuel consumption (in ltr./100 km) and CO emission (in g/km) OCTAVIA - M5 COMBI - M5 EU3D EU3D Urban consumption 10,7 10,9 10,7 10,9 Non-urban consumption Consumption - combination...
  • Page 196 Technical Data Capacities (in liter) Fuel tank capacity/of which spare 55/7 Reservoir for windscreen washer system/with headlight cleaning system 3/5,5 Engine oil Cooling system of the vehicle Oil capacity with oil filter change. Inspect oil level according to filling - see Owner's Manual. Weight (in kg) OCTAVIA - M5 COMBI - M5...

  • Page 197: 1.9 Ltr./74 Kw Tdi Pd - Eu4

    Technical Data 1.9 ltr./74 kW TDI PD - EU4 Engine Power output kW per rpm 74/4000 Maximum torque Nm per rpm 240/1800 Number of cylinders Displacement 1896 Performances OCTAVIA - M5 COMBI - M5 Maximum speed km/h Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h 11,8 11,9 Fuel consumption (in ltr./100 km) and CO...
  • Page 198 Technical Data Capacities (in liter) Fuel tank capacity/of which spare 55/7 Reservoir for windscreen washer system/with headlight cleaning system 3/5,5 Engine oil Cooling system of the vehicle Oil capacity with oil filter change. Inspect oil level according to filling - see Owner's Manual. Weight (in kg) OCTAVIA - M5 COMBI - M5...

  • Page 199: Octavia - Vehicles Of The Group N1

    Technical Data Octavia - Vehicles of the group N1 Engine 1.4 ltr./55 kW - EU4 1.6 ltr./75 kW - EU4 1.8 ltr./110 kW - EU4 1.9 ltr./74 kW TDI PD - EU4 Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h (s) 15,5 11,9 11,9 Permissible gross weight 1690...

  • Page 200: Index

    Index Index Automatic vehicle wash systems ....137 Buttons on the driver's door Power windows ......41 Automatic wiper/washer system .
  • Page 201 Index Cleaning ........137 Emergency wheel ......168 Climatronic Engine Deactivating...
  • Page 202 Index Fog lights ........47 Headlight flasher .
  • Page 203 Index Luggage compartment door Overview of the engine compartment ..149 Rear-view mirror Lighting ........51 Exterior mirror .
  • Page 204 Index Service Interval Display ......18 The roof luggage rack system ....70 Visors .
  • Page 205 Škoda Auto pursues a policy of constant product and model development. We trust Reprinting, reproduction or translation, either in whole or in part, is not permitted that you will understand that changes to models in terms of shape, equipment and without the written consent of Škoda Auto.
  • Page 206 SIMPLY CLE VER ŠkodaService ŠkodaGenuine Parts ŠkodaGenuine Accessories...
  • Page 207 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 Tour anglicky 05.10 S63.5610.35.20 1U0 012 003 MH...

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