Anti-Theft Alarm System; Malfunctions - Skoda octavia Owner's Manual

Malfunctions

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Read and observe and
Synchronise remote
If the buttons on the remote control key have been depressed several times
beyond the effective range of the equipment or the battery has been replaced
in the remote control key and the vehicle cannot be unlocked with the remote
control, the key must be synchronised.
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Press any button on the remote control key.
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After pressing the button means the door will unlock with the key above the
lock cylinder within 1 minute.
Fault with the central locking
If the warning light in the driver's door initially flashes quickly for around 2 sec-
onds, and then illuminates for 30 seconds without interruption before flashing
again slowly, you will need to seek the assistance of a specialist garage.
A failure in the central locking system can lead the vehicle doors and the boot
lid can emergency lock or emergency release
Failure of the KESSY system
If there is a fault in the KESSY system, the appropriate error message is dis-
played in the instrument cluster.
Low voltage of the key battery
If the voltage of the key battery is too low, a message appears in the display of
the instrument cluster referring to the need to replace the battery. Replace
the battery » page 192.

Anti-theft alarm system

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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Alarm trigger
Interior monitor and towing protection
The alarm system triggers audible and visual signals if an attempt is made to
break into the vehicle (hereafter referred to only as alarm).
The alarm system is activated automatically approximately 30 seconds after
the vehicle is locked. This is automatically disabled after release.
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Using the system
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CAUTION
Before leaving the vehicle, it must be checked that all the windows, doors and
the sliding/tilting roof are locked in order to ensure the full functionality of the
anti-theft alarm system.
Notice
The alarm system has its own power source, the service life of which is 5 years.
Alarm trigger
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Read and observe on page 54 first.
The alarm is triggered when one of the following unauthorised actions is acti-
vated on the vehicle with an activated warning system.
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Opening the bonnet.
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Opening the boot lid.
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Opening the doors.
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Manipulation of the ignition lock.
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Towing the vehicle.
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Movement in the vehicle.
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Sudden and significant voltage drop of the electrical system.
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Uncoupling the trailer.
An alarm is triggered also when the driver's door is unlocked and opened by
the lock cylinder.
The alarm is switched off by pressing thebutton on the key or switching on
the ignition.
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