Anti-Theft Alarm System; Malfunctions - Skoda Octavia Operating Instructions Manual

Malfunctions

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Read and observe and
Fault with the central locking
If the warning light in the driver's door initially flashes quickly for around 2 sec-
onds, and then lights up for 30 seconds without interruption before flashing
again slowly, you will need to seek the assistance of a specialist garage.
When there is a failure of the central locking system the key only unlocks and
locks the driver's door. The other doors and the boot lid can be manually
locked or unlocked.
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Unlocking / locking » page 53 for vehicles without remote control.
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Unlocking / locking for vehicles with remote control
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Locking door » page 221.
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Unlocking the boot lid » page 221.
Failure of the system KESSY
If the following message is displayed in the display of the instrument cluster,
then help is required from a specialist company.
Keyless access system faulty.
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KEYLESS ACCESS SYSTEM FAULTY
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Key battery discharged
If the voltage of the key battery is too low, the following message appears in
the display of the instrument cluster.
Change the key battery!
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KEY BATTERY PLEASE CHANGE
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Replace the battery » page 219.

Anti-theft alarm system

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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Interior monitor and towing protection
The anti-theft alarm system (hereinafter referred to only as alarm system) in-
creases protection against theft and break-in attempts into the vehicle.
The anti-theft alarm system is activated automatically approximately 30 sec-
onds after the vehicle is locked. This is automatically disabled after release.
on page 53 first.
» page 220
The alarm system triggers audible and visual signals if an attempt is made to
break into the vehicle (hereafter referred to only as alarm).
Triggering the alarm
The alarm is triggered when the following unauthorized actions are carried out
on the locked vehicle.
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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.
If the driver's door of a vehicle is unlocked and opened by the lock cylinder,
then the alarm is triggered.
Switching off the alarm
The alarm is turned off by pressing the  button on the key or switching on
the ignition.
CAUTION
Before leaving the vehicle, it must be checked that all of the windows, doors
and the sliding/tilting roof are locked in order to ensure the full functionality of
the anti-theft alarm system.
Note
The alarm system has its own power source. The working life of the power
supply source is 5 years.
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Unlocking and opening