Škoda Octavia 2008 Owner's Manual
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ŠkodaOctavia
OWNER´ S MANUAL
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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.
Please do not hesitate to contact your specialist garage or importer should you have any further questions or any
problems regarding your vehicle which may arise. He will be ready at any time to receive your questions, suggestions and criticisms.
National legal provisions, which deviate from the information contained in these operating instructions, take precedence over the information contained in the operating instructions.
We wish you much pleasure with your Škoda and pleasant motoring at all times.
Yo ur Škoda Auto
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On-board literature
The on-board literature for your vehicle consists of this “Owner's
Manual” as well as a “Service schedule” and a “Help on the road”. There
can also be a variety of other additional operating manuals and instructions on-board (e.g. an operating manual for the radio) depending on the
vehicle model and equipment.
If one of the publications listed above is missing, please contact a Škoda
Service Partner immediately, where one will be glad to assist you in such
matters.
One should note that the details given in the vehicle's papers always
take precedence over those in the Owner's Manual.
Owner's Manual
This Owner's Manual describes the current scope of equipment.
Certain items of equipment listed are only installed later on and only
envisaged for particular markets. The illustrations can differ in minor
details from your vehicle; they are only intended for general information.
In addition to information regarding all the controls and equipment, the
Owner's Manual also contains important information regarding care and
operation for your safety and also to retain the value of your vehicle. To
provide you with valuable tips and aids. You can learn how how you can
operate your vehicle safely, economically and in an environmentally
conscious way.
For safety reasons, please also pay attention to the information on
accessories, modifications and replacement of parts ⇒ page 243.
The Service schedule
contains:
• Vehicle data,
• Service intervals,
• Overview of the service work,
• Service proof,
• Confirmation of mobility warranty,
• important information on the warranty.
The confirmations of the carried out service work are one of the conditions for possible warranty claims.
Please always present the Service schedule when you take your car to a
Škoda Service Partner.
If the Service schedule is missing or worn, please contact your Škoda
Service Partner, where your car is serviced regularly. You will receive a
duplicate, in which the previously carried out service work are confirmed.
Help on the road
contains the addresses and telephone numbers of Škoda Importers.
The other chapters of the Owner's Manual are also important, however,
for proper treatment of your car - in addition to regular care and maintenance - helps to retain its value and in many cases is also one of the
conditions for possible warranty claims.
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Contents 3
Layout of this Owner's Manual
(explanations)
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cockpit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The brief instruction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Basic functions and important information . . . . .
Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights . . .
General view of the instrument cluster . . . . . . . . .
Engine revolutions counter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Coolant temperature gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Counter for distance driven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service Interval Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Digital clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Multi-functional indicator (onboard computer)*
Information display* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Navigation system* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Auto Check Control* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Unlocking and locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Key with light* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing the battery of the radio remote control
Electronic immobiliser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Child safety lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Central locking system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remote control* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Synchonisation of the remote control . . . . . . . . . .
Anti-theft alarm system* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6
Power windows* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electric sliding/tilting roof* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lights and Visibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9
Interior lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9
Visibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windshield wiper and wash system . . . . . . . . . . . .
11
Rear-view mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11
Seats and Stowage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
17
Front seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
17
Adjusting front seats electrically* . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
18
Head restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
18
Middle rear head restraint* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
18
Rear seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
18
Pedals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
19
luggage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
20
Net partition (Estate)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
21
The roof rack* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
21
Cup holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
26
Note holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
28
Ashtray* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
28
Cigarette lighter*, power sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
28
Storage compartments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
32
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
42
Storage compartment on the front passenger side
42
Cooling of storage compartment on front
42
passenger side* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
43
Storage compartment on the driver's side . . . . . .
44
Storage compartment on the dash panel* . . . . . .
44
Stowage compartment in front centre console* .
45
Storage net on the front centre console* . . . . . . .
49
51
Stowage compartment for spectacles* . . . . . . . . .
51
Storage compartment in the front doors . . . . . . .
53
Stowage compartment below front passenger
seat* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
56
Front seat armrest with storage compartment* .
59
Rear seat armrest with storage compartment* . .
59
Stowage compartment in rear centre console* .
66
Seat backrest with opening for skis* . . . . . . . . . . . .
67
Through-loading bag* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
69
Side compartment* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
73
Stowage compartment behind the rear seats
76
(estate car) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
76
Clothes hooks* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
77
Heating and air conditioning system . . . . . . . . .
80
Air outlet vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
81
Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
81
Climatic* (semi-automatic air conditioning
85
system) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
85
Climatronic* (automatic air conditioning) . . . . . .
91
Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and
93
ventilation)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
94
Starting-off and Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
95
Setting steering wheel position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
95
Ignition lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
97
Starting the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
98
Switching off the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
98
Shifting (manual gearbox) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
99
Handbrake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear parking aid* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
99
Front and rear parking aid* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
100
Cruise control system (CCS)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
100
Automatic gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
101
Automatic gearbox* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
101
101
102
102
102
103
104
104
105
106
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115
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Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Multifunction steering wheel* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Universal telephone preinstallation GSM II* . . . . .
Phone voice phonebook* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Universal telephone preinstallation GSM III* . . . .
Phone voice phonebook* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mobile phones and two-way radio systems . . . . .
Input AUX-IN* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MDI input* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CD changer* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Passive Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Basic information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Correct seated position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Why seat belts? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The physical principle of a frontal collision . . . . . .
Important safety information regarding the use of seat
belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
How are seat belts correctly fastened? . . . . . . . . . .
Airbag system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Description of the airbag system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Side airbags* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Head airbags* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Deactivating an airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transporting children safely . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
What you should know about transporting children!
Child seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Attaching a child seat using the “ISOFIX” system .
Attaching child seat using the “Top Tether” system
141
Driving Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
141
Intelligent Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
143
Electronic stability programme (ESP)* . . . . . . . . . .
150
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
152
Brake booster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
158
Antilock brake system (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
160
Brake Assist* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
161
Uphill-Start off-Assist* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
161
Electromechanical power steering . . . . . . . . . . . . .
162
Tyre inflation pressure-control system* . . . . . . . . .
Diesel particle filter* (diesel engine) . . . . . . . . . . . .
163
Driving and the Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The first 1 500 kilometres and then afterwards . .
163
Catalytic converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
163
Driving in an economical and environmentally
164
conscious manner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
168
Environmental compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
168
Motoring abroad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
169
Avoiding damage to your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Towing a trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
169
Towing a trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
170
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174
General Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
175
Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the
178
vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
180
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
181
Care of the exterior of vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
184
Care of the interior of vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
184
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
187
Petrol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
190
Biofuel Ethanol E85* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
191
Diesel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspecting and replenishing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cooling system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
193
Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
193
Windshield washer system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
193
196
Wheels and Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
197
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
197
Accessories, changes and replacement of parts
197
Accessories and replacement parts . . . . . . . . . . . . .
198
Technical changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
198
199
200
Breakdown assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
201
Breakdown assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
201
First-aid box* and Warning triangle* (Octavia) . . .
202
First-aid box* and warning triangle* (Estate car) .
Fire extinguisher* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
202
Vehicle tool kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
206
Tyre repair kit* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
206
Spare wheel* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
207
Changing a wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
208
Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
208
Tow-starting and towing vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuses and light bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
211
Electric fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
211
211
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
211
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
216
General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
219
Used abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
219
Performances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
219
Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
221
Identification details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
222
Fuel consumption according to the regulations
224
(99/100/EU) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
224
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
227
Engine oil specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
228
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232
235
237
237
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243
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245
245
245
245
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253
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1.4 ltr./59 kW - EU4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.4 ltr./90 kW TSI - EU4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.6 l/75 kW - EU 4, EU 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.8 ltr./118 kW TSI - EU 4, EU 2 DDK . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.0 ltr./147 kW TSI - EU 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.9 l/77 kW TDI PD - EU 4, EU 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.0 ltr./77 kW TDI PD - EU 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.0 ltr./103 kW TDI PD - EU 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.0 ltr./100 kW TDI PD - EU 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.0 ltr./125 kW TDI CR - EU4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Layout of this Owner's Manual (explanations)
The Owner's Manual has been systematically designed, in order to make it easy for
you to find and absorb the information you require.
Chapters, table of contents and subject index
The text of the manual are divided into relatively short sections w hich are combined
into easy-to-read chapters. The chapter you are reading at any particular moment
is highlighted at the bottom right of the page.
The Table of contents is arranged according to the chapters and the detailed
Subject index at the end of the Owner's Manual helps you to rapidly find the information you are looking for.
Sections
The majority of Sections apply to all models.
Since there is a wide range of different equipment and options available it is clearly
unavoidable, despite dividing the contents into sections, that mention may be
made of equipment which is not fitted to your vehicle.
Brief information and instructions
Each section has a Heading.
This is followed by Brief information (in large italic lettering), which tells you the
subject which is dealt with in this section.
Most of the illustrations are accompanied by an Instruction (in relatively large
letters) which explains to you in a straightforward way the action you have to take.
Work steps which have to be carried out are illustrated with a hyphen.
Direction indications
All direction indications such as “left”, “right”, “front”, “rear” relate to the direction
of travel of the vehicle.
Explanation of symbols
* Equipment which is marked in such a way is only standard on certain vehicle
model versions or only suppliable as optional equipment for certain models.
End of a section.
The section is continued on the next page.
Notes
All four kinds of notes, which are used in the text, are always stated at the end of the
respective section.
WARNING
The most important notes are marked with the heading WARNING. These
WARNING notes draw your attention to a serious risk of accident or injury.
While reading the text you will frequently encounter a double arrow
followed by a small warning symbol. This symbol is intended to draw your
attention to a WARNING note at the end of the section to which you must pay
careful attention.
Caution
A Caution note draws your attention to the possibility of damage to your vehicle
(e.g. damage to gearbox), or points out general risks of an accident.
For the sake of the environment
An Environmental note draws your attention to environmental protection aspects.
This is where you will, for example, find tips aimed at reducing your fuel consumption.
Note
A normal Note draws your attention in a general way to important information.
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Overview
This general view is designed to help you to quickly become familiar
with the instruments, gauges and controls.
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Electric power-operated window* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Electric exterior mirror adjustment* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Air outlet vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Lever for the multi-functional switch:
− Turn signal light, headlight and parking light, headlight flasher
− Speed regulating system* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Steering wheel:
− with horn
− with driver airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− with pushbuttons for radio, navigation system and mobile
phone* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Instrument cluster: Instruments and indicator lights . . . . . . . . . . .
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Lever for the multi-functional switch:
− Multi-functional indicator* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− Windshield wiper and wash system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Control dial for heating on the driver's seat* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Air outlet vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Switch for hazard warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Storage compartment on the dash panel* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Depending on equipment fitted:
− Radio*
− Navigation*
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Control dial for heating on the front passenger seat* . . . . . . . . . .
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Storage compartment on the front passenger side . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Switch for the front passenger airbag* (in front passenger stowage
compartment) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Front passenger airbag* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Fuse box (on side of dash panel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Light switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Control dial for the instrument lighting and control dial for the head-
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light beam range regulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Bonnet release lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Storage compartment on the driver's side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Lever for adjusting the steering wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Ignition lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Depending on equipment fitted:
− Operating controls for the heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− Operating controls for Climatic* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− Operating controls for Climatronic* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Depending on equipment fitted:
− Switch for the ESP* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− Switch for TCS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Front and rear parking aid* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Depending on equipment fitted:
− Gearshift lever (manual gearbox) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− Selector lever (automatic gearbox*) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Tyre inflation pressure-control system* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Depending on equipment fitted:
− Front ashtray - high centre console* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− Storage compartment* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Indicator light for a switched off front seat passenger airbag* . .
Note
• Equipment which is marked * is only standard on certain vehicle model
versions or only suppliable as optional equipment for certain models.
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• Vehicles with factory-fitted radio, mobile phone, navigation system, CD player
etc. are supplied with separate instructions for operating such equipment.
• The arrangement of the controls and switches and the location of some items
on right-hand drive models may differ from that shown in ⇒ page 8, fig. 1. The
symbols on the controls and switches are the same as for left-hand drive models.
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Basic functions and important information
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.
Unlocking and locking the vehicle
Fig. 2 Radio-operated key
Unlocking the vehicle
Unlocking the boot lid
Locking the vehicle
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Folding out/folding up of the key
Further information ⇒ page 50, “Unlocking and locking car”.
Setting steering wheel position
Fig. 3 Adjustable steering
wheel: Lever next to the
steering column
Fig. 4 The correct distance of
the driver from the steering
wheel
You can set the height and the forward/back position of the steering wheel to the
desired position.
Further information ⇒ page 124, “Setting steering wheel position”.
WARNING
• Adjust the steering wheel so that the distance between the steering
wheel and your chest is at least 25 cm ⇒ fig. 4. Not maintaining this
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minimum distance will mean that the airbag syste m will not b e abl e to pr operly protect you - hazard!
• You must not adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving!
• Fo r sa fet y re aso ns t he lev er m ust alw ay s be fir mly pus hed up to a voi d th e
steering wheel altering its position unintentionally when driving - risk of
accident!
Seat belt height adjuster
Fig. 5 Front seat: Seat belt
height adjuster
– Move the height adjuster in the desired direction up or down ⇒ fig. 5.
– Then pull firmly on the belt to ensure that the seat belt height adjuster
has correctly locked in place.
Further information ⇒ page 171, “Seat belt height adjuster”.
Adjusting the front seats
Fig. 6 Controls at seat
Adjusting a seat in a forward/back direction
Adjusting height of seat*
Adjust the angle of the seat backrest
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Adjusting lumbar support*
Further information ⇒ page 76, “Adjusting the front seats”.
WARNING
Only adjust the driver seat when the vehicle is stationary - risk of injury!
WARNING
Adjust the height of the belt in such a way that the shoulder part of the belt
is positioned approximately across the middle of your shoulder - on no
account across your neck!
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Electric exterior mirror adjustment*
Heating of the external mirror
Adjusting left and right exterior mirrors simultaneously
Adjusting the right-hand exterior mirror
Switching off operating control
Folding in both exterior mirrors*
Further information ⇒ page 73, “Exterior mirror”.
Fig. 7 Inner part of door:
Rotary knob
Switching lights on and off
Fig. 8 Dash panel: Ligh t
switch
Further information ⇒ page 59, “Switching lights on and off ”.
Automatic light control*
Switching off all lights/daylight driving lights*
Switching on side lights
Switching on the low beam and main beam
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Turn signal and main beam lever
Fig. 9 Turn signal and main
beam lever
Turn signal light right
Turn signal light left
Switching over between low beam and main beam lights
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Headlight flasher
Further information ⇒ page 65, “The turn signal and main beam lever ”.
Windscreen wiper lever
Intermittent switch, sensitivity setting rain sensor*
Wipers off
Intermittent wipe
Slow wipe
Fast wipe
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one time wipe
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Automatic wipe/wash
Rear window wiper*
Intermittent wipe - every 6 seconds
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Automatic wipe/wash
Further information ⇒ page 69, “Windshield wiper”.
Power windows*
Fig. 11 Buttons on the
driver's door
Fig. 10 Windscreen wiper
lever
Button for the power window in the driver's door
Button for the power window in the front passenger's door
Button for the power window at the rear right door
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Safety switch
Further information ⇒ page 53, “Power windows*”.
Refuelling
Fig. 12 Right rear side of the
vehicle: Fuel filler flap
Fig. 13 Filler flap with cap
unscrewed
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– Unscrew the fuel filler cap anti-clockwise and place the fuel filler cap
from above on the fuel filler flap ⇒ fig. 13.
Further information ⇒ page 222, “Refuelling”.
Bonnet remote release
Fig. 14 Bonnet release lever
– Pull the unlocking lever below the dash panel on the driver's side
⇒ fig. 14.
Opening the bonnet
– Press onto the left side of the fuel filler flap ⇒ fig. 12.
– 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).
Fig. 15 Radiator grille:
handle
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Fig. 16 Securing the bonnet
with the bonnet support
– Pulling on the handle ⇒ page 15, fig. 15 will unlock the bonnet fully.
– Take the bonnet support out of its holder and set it in the opening
designed for it ⇒ fig. 16.
Further information ⇒ page 224, “Opening and closing the bonnet.”.
Inspecting the engine oil level
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Further information ⇒ page 227, “Check engine oil level”.
Engine oil must not be refilled.
Engine oil can be refilled.
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General view of the instrument cluster
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Engine revolutions counter ⇒ page 18
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Speedometer ⇒ page 18
Coolant temperature gauge ⇒ page 18
Display
− with counter for distance driven ⇒ page 19
− with Service Interval Display ⇒ page 20
− with digital clock ⇒ page 21
− with Multi-functional indicator* ⇒ page 21
− with Information display* ⇒ page 26
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Button for the selection of the mode (turn button) / the setting (press button):
− Set hours / minutes
− Activating / deactivating the second speed in mph or km/h*
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Fig. 18 Instru ment cluster
− Service interval - Display of the remaining number of days or miles to the
next Inspection Service / Reset*
− Reset trip counter for distance driven
− Resetting Service Interval Display
− Activate / deactivate display mode
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Fuel gauge ⇒ page 18
1)
Valid for countries where the values are indicated in British measuring units.
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Engine revolutions counter
The red zone of the rev counter scale ⇒ page 17, fig. 18 indicates the range in
which the engine control unit begins to limit the engine speed. The engine control
unit restricts the engine speed to the steady limit value.
Shift into the next higher gear or select the selector lever position D of the automatic gearbox before reaching the red zone of the rev counter scale.
Avoid high engine speeds during the driving time and before the engine has been
warmed up to operating temperature ⇒ page 201.
For the sake of the environment
Shifting up early helps you save fuel and reduce the operating noise of your
vehicle.
Speedometer
Warning against excessive speeds*
An acoustic warning signal will sound when the vehicle speed exceeds 120 kilometres per hour. The acoustic warning signal will switch off again when the vehicle
speed goes below this speed limit.
Note
This function is only valid for some countries.
Coolant temperature gauge
The coolant temperature gauge ⇒ page 17, fig. 18 operates only when the ignition is switched on.
In order to avoid any damage to the engine, please pay attention to the following
notes regarding the temperature ranges:
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Cold range
If the pointer is in the left-hand area of the scale it means that the engine has not
yet reached its operating temperature. Avoid running at high engine speeds, at full
throttle and at severe engine loads.
The operating range
The engine has reached its operating temperature as soon as the pointer moves
into the mid-range of the scale. The pointer may also move further to the right at
high engine loads and high outside temperatures. This is not critical provided the
warning symbol in the instrument cluster does not flash.
If the symbol in the instrument cluster flashes it means that either the coolant
temperature is too high or the coolant level is too low. Observe the guidelines
⇒ page 37, “Coolant temperature/ Coolant quantity ”.
WARNING
Pay attention to the warning notes ⇒ page 225, “Working in the engine
compartment” before opening the bonnet and inspecting the coolant level.
Caution
Additional headlights and other attached components in front of the fresh air inlet
impair the cooling efficiency of the coolant. There is then a risk of the engine overheating at high outside temperatures and high engine loads!
Fuel gauge
The fuel gauge ⇒ page 17, fig. 18 only operates when the ignition is switched
on.
The fuel tank has a capacity of about 55°litres or 60 litres 2). The warning symbol
in the instrument cluster lights up when the pointer reaches the reserve marking.
There are now about 9 litres of fuel remaining in the tank. This symbol is a reminder
for you, that you must refuel.
2)
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The following will be displayed in the information display*:
Please refuel! (Please refuel!)
An audible signal sounds as an additional warning signal.
Caution
Never run the fuel tank completely empty! The irregular supply of the fuel system
can lead to irregular running of the engine. Unburnt fuel may get into the exhaust
system and damage the catalytic converter.
Note
After filling up, it can occur that during dynamic driving (e.g. numerous curves,
braking, accelerating and climbing a steep hill) the fuel gauge indicates approx. a
fraction less. When stopping or during less dynamic driving, the correct fuel supply
quantity is indicated. This effect is not a fault.
Counter for distance driven
Fig. 19 Di splay: Counter for
distance driven
Reset button
If you hold the reset button ⇒ page 17, fig. 18 pressed for about 1 second, the
trip counter is set back to zero.
Trip counter for distance driven
The trip counter indicates the distance which you have driven ⇒ fig. 19 since this
counter was last reset - in steps of 100 metres or 1/10 of a mile.
Counter for distance driven
The counter for distance driven ⇒ fig. 19 indicates the total distance in kilometers
or miles which the vehicle has driven.
Fault disp lay
If there is a fault in the instrument cluster, a constant text will appear in the display
Error. Have the fault rectified as soon as possible by a specialist workshop.
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Never seek to adjust the trip counter for distance driven while driving for
safety reasons!
Note
If vehicles which are fitted with the information display* the display of the second
speed is activated in mph or km/h, this driving speed is indicated instead of the
counter for the total distance driven.
The distance which you have driven with your vehicle is shown in kilometres (km).
In some countries the measuring unit “mile” is used.
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Service Interval Display
Fig. 20 Service Interval
Display: Note
Depending on the equipment installed in the vehicle, the text can differ on the
display.
Service Interval Display
Before the next service interval a key symbol and the remaining kilometers are
indicated after switching on the ignition ⇒ fig. 20. At the same time, a display
appears regarding the remaining days until the next service interval.
The following will be displayed in the information display*:
Service in ... km or... days
The kilometre indicator or the days indicator reduces in steps of 100 km. or days
until the service due date is reached.
A flashing key symbol and the text Service appears in the display for 20 seconds
as soon as the due date for the service is reached.
The following will be displayed in the information display*:
Service now!
Resetting Service Interval Display
It is only possible to reset the Service Interval Display, if a service message or at least
a pre-warning is shown on the display of the instrument cluster.
We recommend having this resetting performed by a specialist garage.
The specialist garage:
• resets the memory of the display after the appropriate inspection,
• makes an entry in the Service schedule,
• affix the sticker with the entry of the following service interval to the side of the
dash panel on the driver's side.
Reset the service interval displays by using the button ⇒ page 17, fig. 18.
On vehicles which are equipped with information display*, you can call up this
information in the following menu on ⇒ page 26:
SETTINGS (SETTINGS)
Service Interval (Service)
Reset
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Caution
We recommend that you do not reset the Service Interval Display yourself otherwise this can result in the service interval display being incorrectly set, which may
also result in problems with operation of your vehicle.
Note
• Never reset the display between service intervals otherwise this may result in
incorrect readouts.
• information is retained in the Service Interval Display also after the battery of
the vehicle is disconnected.
• If the instrument cluster is exchanged after a repair, the correct values must be
entered in the counter for the Service Interval Display. This work is carried out by a
specialist garage.
• The data displayed is the same after resetting the display with flexible service
intervals (QG1) using the reset button as that for a vehicle with fixed service intervals (QG2). We therefore recommend having the Service Interval Display reset only
by a Škoda Service Partner who is familiar with the procedure for resetting the
display with a vehicle system tester.
• Please refer to the brochure Service schedule for extensive information about
the service intervals.
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Digital clock
You can set the time with the rotary knob ⇒ page 17, fig. 18.
Select the information which you wish to change by turning the button and
carry out the change of the selected information by pressing the button.
On vehicles which are fitted out with the information display*, it is possible to set
the time in the menu Time ⇒ page 30.
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The clock should not be adjusted while driving for safety reasons but only
when the vehicle is stationary!
Multi-functional indicator (onboard computer)*
Introduction
The multi-functional indicator appears in the display ⇒ fig. 21 or in the information
display ⇒ page 26 depending on the equipment fitted to your vehicle.
The multi-functional indicator offers you a range of useful information.
The outside temperature ⇒ page 23
Driving time ⇒ page 24
Current fuel consumption ⇒ page 24
Average fuel consumption ⇒ page 24
Range ⇒ page 24
Distance driven ⇒ page 24
Average speed ⇒ page 25
Current speed* ⇒ page 25
Warning against excessive speeds* ⇒ page 25
On vehicles which are fitted out with information display*, it is possible to switch
off the display of some information.
Note
• In certain national versions the displays appear in the Imperial system of meas-
ures.
• If the display of the second speed is activated in mph, the current speed* is not
indicated in km/h on the display.
Memory
Fig. 21 Multi-functional
indicator
The multi-functional indicator is equipped with two automatic memories. The
selected memory is displayed in the middle of the display field ⇒ fig. 21.
The data of the single-trip memory (memory 1) is shown if a 1 appears in the
display. A 2 shown in the display means that data relates to the total distance
memory (memory 2).
Switching over the memory with the help of the button ⇒ page 22, fig. 22 on the
windscreen wiper lever or with the help of the button on the multifunction
steering wheel* ⇒ page 23.
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Single-trip memory (memory 1)
The single-trip memory collates the driving information from the moment the ignition is switched on until it is switched off. New data will also flow into the calculation of the current driving information if the trip is continued within 2 hours after
switching off the ignition. The memory will be is automatically erased, on the other
hand, if the trip is interrupted for more than 2 hours.
Total-trip memory (memory 2)
The total distance driven memory gathers data from any number of individual journeys up to a total of 99 hours and 59 minutes driving or 9.999 kilometres driven.
The memory is deleted when either of these limits is reached and the calculation
starts from anew.
The total-trip memory will not, contrary to the single-trip memory, be deleted after
a period of interruption of driving of 2 hours.
Note
All information in the memory 1 and 2 is erased if the battery of the vehicle is
disconnected.
Operating with the buttons on the windshield wiper lever
The rocker switch and the button are located in the grip of the
window wiper lever ⇒ fig. 22.
Selecting the memory
– Short-term pressing of the button allows to select the desired
memory.
Selecting the functions
– Press the top or bottom rocker switch for longer than 0.5 seconds.
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Setting function to zero
– Select the memory you want.
– Press button for more than 1 second.
The following readouts of the selected memory will be set to zero by button :
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• average fuel consumption,
• distance driven,
• average speed,
• Driving time.
You can only operate the multi-functional indicator when the ignition is switched
on. After the ignition is switched on, the function displayed is the one which you last
selected before switching off the ignition.
On vehicles fitted with the multifunction steering wheel*, the buttons and
have been replaced with the rotary control on the multifunction steering wheel
⇒ page 23, fig. 23.
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indicator: Control elements
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Operating with the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel*
Fig. 23 Multi-functional
indicator: Operating with the
buttons on the multifunction
steering wheel
Switching over and resetting is performed with the handwheel
⇒ fig. 23.
Selecting the memory
– Short-term pressing of the button allows to select the desired
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Selecting the functions
– By pressing the button , you can call up the menu of the multi-func-
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– Turn the handwheel upwards or downwards. In this way, call up in
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– Short-term pressing of the button allows to select the highlighted
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function.
Setting function to zero
– Select the memory you want.
– Press the button for more than 1 second.
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The following readouts of the selected memory will be set to zero with the button
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• average fuel consumption,
• distance driven,
• average speed,
• Driving time.
You can only operate the multi-functional indicator when the ignition is switched
on. After the ignition is switched on, the function displayed is the one which you last
selected before switching off the ignition.
Outside temperature
Fig. 24 The outside temperature
The outside temperature appears in the display when the ignition is switched on.
If the outside temperature drops below +4 °C, a snow flake symbol (warning signal
for ice on the road) appears before the temperature indicator ⇒ fig. 24 and a
warning signal sounds. After pressing the rocker switch at the windshield wiper
lever ⇒ page 22, fig. 22 or the button at the multifunction steering wheel
⇒ fig. 23, the function shown last is indicated.
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WARNING
Do not only rely upon the information given on the outside temperature
display that there is no ice on the road. Please note that black ice may also be
present on the road surface even at temperatures around +4 °C - warning,
drive with care!
Driving time
The driving time which has elapsed since the memory was last erased, appears in
the display. If you wish to measure the driving time as of a particular time, you must
set the memory to zero at this moment in time by pressing the button on the
windshield wiper lever ⇒ page 22, fig. 22 or the handwheel on the multifunction steering wheel* ⇒ page 23, fig. 23 for longer than 1 second.
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.
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Current consumption
The current fuel consumption level is shown in the display in litres/100 km. This
information can help you to adapt your style of driving to the fuel consumption you
wish to achieve.
The display appears in litres/hour if the vehicle is stationary or driving at a low
speed.
The indicated value will be updated every 0,5 seconds while you are driving.
Average fuel consumption
The average fuel consumption since the memory was last erased is shown in the
display in litres/100 km ⇒ page 21. This information can help you to adapt your
style of driving to the fuel consumption you wish to achieve.
If you wish to determine the average fuel consumption over a certain period of time
you must set the memory to zero at the start of the measurement using the button
on the windshield wiper lever ⇒ page 22, fig. 22 or with the handwheel on
the multifunction steering wheel* ⇒ page 23, fig. 23. A zero appears in the display
for the first 100 m you drive after erasing the memory.
The indicated value will be updated every 5 seconds while you are driving.
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The amount of fuel consumed will not be indicated.
Range
The estimated range in kilometres is shown on the display. It indicates the distance
you can still drive with your vehicle based on the present level of f uel in the tank for
the same style of driving.
The readout is shown in steps of 10 km. After lighting up of the indicator light for the
fuel reserve the display is shown in steps of 5 km.
The fuel consumption for the last 50 km is taken as a basis for calculating the range.
If you drive in a more economical manner from this moment on, the range will be
increased accordingly.
If the memory is set to zero (after disconnecting the battery), the fuel consumption
of 10 l/100 km is calculated for the range; afterwards the value is adapted accordingly to the style of driving.
Distance driven
The distance driven since the memory was last erased appears in the display
⇒ page 21. If you wish to measure the distance driven of a particular time, you
must set the memory to zero at this moment in time by pressing the button on
the windshield wiper lever ⇒ page 22, fig. 22 or the handwheel on the multifunction steering wheel* ⇒ page 23, fig. 23.
The maximum distance indicated in both switch positions is 9999 km. The indicator
is set back to null if this period is exceeded.
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The average speed since the memory was last erased is shown in the display in
km/hour ⇒ page 21. If you wish to determine the average vehicle speed over a
certain period of time you must set the memory to zero at the start of the measurement using the button on the windshield wiper lever ⇒ page 22, fig. 22 or with
the handwheel on the multifunction steering wheel* ⇒ page 23, fig. 23.
A zero appears in the display for the first 100 m you drive after erasing the memory.
The indicated value will be updated every 5 seconds while you are driving.
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Fig. 26 Multi-functional
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Current speed*
The current speed which is identical t o the display of the speedometer, is indicated
on the display ⇒ page 17, fig. 18.
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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.
• Select the menu point Speed warning --- km/h (warning at --- km/h).
Warning against excessive speeds*
Fig. 25 Warning against
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• Drive e.g at a speed of 50 km/h.
• Press the button on the windshield wiper lever ⇒ fig. 26 or the handwheel
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on the multifunction steering wheel* ⇒ page 23, fig. 23. Speed warning
50 km/h (warning at 50 km/h) is displayed in the information display* ⇒ fig. 25.
The desired speed can also be set in steps of 5 km/h by pressing the button on
the windshield wiper lever ⇒ fig. 26 or by turning the handwheel on the multifunction steering wheel* ⇒ page 23, fig. 23. The set speed is confir med by pressing
the button on the windshield wiper lever ⇒ fig. 26 or the handwheel on the
multifunction steering wheel* ⇒ page 23, fig. 23.
If you now exceed the set speed limit, Speed 50 km/h exceeded will be shown on
the display. This message is indicated for as long as the speed is reduced below the
set limit or switch off the message by pressing the button on the windshield
wiper lever ⇒ fig. 26 or the handwheel on the multifunction steering wheel*
⇒ page 23, fig. 23.
An audible signal sounds as an additional warning signal.
The set speed limit remains stored even after switching off the ignition.
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Information display*
Introduction
Fig. 27 Instru ment cluster:
Information display
The information display provides you with information in a convenient way
concerning the current operating state of your vehicle. The information system
also provides you with data (depending on the equipment installed in the vehicle)
relating to the radio, mobile phone, multi-functional indicator, navigation system,
the unit connected to the MDI input and the automatic gearbox.
Certain functions and operating conditions are always being checked on the
vehicle when the ignition is switched on and also while driving.
Functional faults, if required repair work and other information are indicated by red
symbols ⇒ page 29 and yellow symbols ⇒ page 29.
Lighting up of certain symbols is combined with an acoustic warning signal.
Information and texts giving warnings are also shown in the display ⇒ page 32.
The display of text is possible in the following languages:
Czech, English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian and
Chinese.
You can select the desired language in the setting menu.
The following information can be shown in the display (depending on the equipment installed on the vehicle):
Main menu ⇒ page 26
Door, luggage compartment door and bonnet ajar
warning
⇒ page 27
Service Interval Display ⇒ page 20
Selector lever position for an automatic gearbox ⇒ page 134
Main menu
Fig. 28 Information display:
Controls on the windshield
wiper lever
Fig. 29 Information display:
Controls on the multifunction steering wheel
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Operating with the buttons on the windshield wiper lever
– You can activate the MAIN MENU by pressing the rocker switch
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⇒ page 26, fig. 28 for more than 1 second.
– You can select the menu through the rocker switch . When the
pushbutton is briefly pressed, the information you have selected is
displayed.
Operating with the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel
– You can activate the MAIN MENU by pressing the rocker switch
⇒ page 26, fig. 29 for more than 1 second.
– You can select the individual menus by pressing the handwheel .
After briefly pressing the handwheel , the desired menu is indi-
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– After briefly pressing the button you can achieve a higher level, by
pressing the button for longer than 1 second, you can call up the
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MAIN MENU.
You can select the following information (depending on the equipment installed on
the vehicle):
MFD (Onboard computer) ⇒ page 21
Driving time
Current consumption
Average fuel consumption
Range
Distance driven
Average speed
Current speed
Warning against excessive speeds
Audio ⇒ page 28
Navigation ⇒ page 28
Phone ⇒ page 143
Aux. Heating (auxiliary heating) ⇒ page 119
Vehicl e status ⇒ page 28
Setup ⇒ page 30
The menu Audio is only displayed when the Radio* is switched on.
The menu Navigation is only displayed when the Navigation* is switched on.
The menu Aux. Heating is only then displayed, if the vehicle is fitted with auxiliary
heating*.
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• If warning messages are shown on the information display ⇒ page 27
⇒ page 28, these messages can be confirmed with the button on the wind-
shield wiper lever or with the button on the multifunction steering wheel in
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order to call up the main menu.
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• If you do not activate the information display at that moment, the menu shifts
to one level higher every 10 seconds.
Door, luggage compartment door and bonnet ajar warning
Fig. 30 Information display:
Door warning
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The door, luggage compartment door and bonnet ajar warning lights up when at
least one of the three items door, luggage compartment or bonnet are not closed
when the ignition is turned on. The symbol indicates which door is still open or
whether the luggage compartment door or bonnet is not closed ⇒ page 27, fig. 30.
The symbol goes out as soon as the doors, luggage compartment door and bonnet
are completely closed.
A warning signal sounds if the car is driven at a speed of more than 6km/hour and
if the engine or the luggage compartment door is open.
Audio
Fig. 31 Information display:
Radio display
These displays indicate the normal information from the display of the radio*.
Operation of the radio* is described in separate operating instructions to be found
in the on-board literature.
Navigation system*
The controls for the navigation system, radio, CD player are located in the centre
console on both sides of the monitor screen. Navigation data is also shown in the
information display of the instrument cluster.
Information and warning texts are displayed preferentially when the navigation
system is switched on.
Operation of the navigation system is described in separate operating instructions
to be found in the on-board literature.
Auto Check Control*
Car state
Fig. 32 Information display:
Display of operational fault
The Auto Check Control carries out a check of certain functions and vehicle components. The check is performed constantly when the ignition is switched on, both
when the vehicle is stationary, as well as when driving.
Some operational faults, urgent repairs, service work or other information appear
in the display of the instrument cluster. The displays are shown with a red or yellow
light symbol depending on the priority of the message.
The red symbols indicate danger (priority 1) while the yellow symbols indicate a
warning (priortity 2). Information for the driver may also appear in addition to the
symbols ⇒ page 32.
Shown in the menu Vehicle status, if there is at least one error message. After
selecting this menu the first of the error messages is displayed. Several error
messages are shown on the display under the message e.g. 1/3 ⇒ fig. 32. This indi-
cates that the first of a total of three error messages is displayed. The respective
messages are displayed one after the other in an interval of 5 seconds. Check as
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soon as possible the displayed error messages.
As long as the operational faults are not rectified, the symbols are always indicated
again. After the first display, the symbols are indicated without information for the
driver.
If a fault occurs, a warning signal will also sound in addition to the symbol and text
in the display:
• Priority 1 - three warning signals
• Priority 2 - one warning signal
Red symbols
A red symbol signals danger.
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Three successive warning signals will sound if a red symbol appears.
Engine oil pressure too low ⇒ page 36
Yellow symbols
Fig. 34 Information display:
Brake pad worn
Check the relevant function as soon as possible.
The meaning of the yellow symbols:
Fig. 33 Informatio n display:
Oil pressure is low
Check engine oil level,
engine oil sensor faulty
Brake pad worn ⇒ page 39
– Stop the vehicle.
– Switch the engine off.
– Investigate the function indicated.
One warning signal will sound if a yellow symbol appears.
If several operational faults of priority 2 exist, the symbols appear one after the
other and are each illuminated for about 5 seconds.
– Obtain professional assistance.
Meaning of the red symbols:
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