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ŠKODA Octavia Owner's Manual

Layout of this Owner's Manual (explanations)

This Owner's Manual has been systematically designed to make it easy for you to search for and obtain the information you require.

Chapters, table of contents and subject index

The text of the Owner's manual is divided into relatively short sections which are combined into easy-to-read chapters. The chapter you are reading at any particular moment is always specified on the bottom right of the page.

The Table of contents is arranged according to the chapters and the detailed Sub- ject index at the end of the Owner's Manual helps you to rapidly find the information you are looking for.

Direction indications

All direction indications such as “left”, “right”, “front”, “rear” relate to the direction of travel of the vehicle.

Units of measurement

All values are expressed in metric units.

Explanation of symbols

 Denotes a reference to a section with important information and safety

advice in a chapter.

 Denotes the end of a section.

 Denotes the continuation of a section on the next page.

 Indicates situations where the vehicle must be stopped as soon as possi-

ble.

® Denotes a registered trademark.

 Denotes the display in the MAXI DOT display.  Denotes the display in the segment display.

Display

In this owner's manual, the monochrome screen “black and white” MAXI DOT display is used as the display illustration, provided it is not otherwise stated.

Notes

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.

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 to important information about the operation of your vehicle.

Documentation of vehicle delivery

Date of delivery/first registrationa) (VIN)

Vehicle identification number

I confirm that I have taken delivery of the specified vehicle in good condition, have received information on how to operate it correctly, and have had the terms of the warranty explained to me.

(whichever comes first).

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Stamp and signature of the vendor

ŠKODA Partner

Signature of the customer

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ŠKODA extended warranty

Limitations of the ŠKODA extended warranty

Years:

km:

(whichever comes first).

Stamp of ŠKODA Partner

Valid from:

Preface

You have opted for a ŠKODA – our sincere thanks for your confidence in us.

You have received a vehicle with the latest technology and range of amenities. Please read this Owner's Manual carefully, because operation in accordance with these instructions is a prerequisite for proper use of the vehicle.

If you have any questions about your vehicle, please contact a ŠKODA Partner. We hope you enjoy driving your ŠKODA, and wish you a pleasant journey at all times. Your ŠKODA AUTO a.s. (hereinafter referred to only as ŠKODA or manufacturer)

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Terms used

The on-board literature contains the following terms relating to the service work for your vehicle.

“Specialist garage” - a company that carries out specialist service tasks for

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ŠKODA vehicles. A specialist can be a ŠKODA Partner, a ŠKODA Service Partner, or an independent workshop. “ŠKODA Service Partner” - A workshop that has been contractually authorized

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by the manufacturer ŠKODA AUTO a.s. or its sales partner to perform service tasks on ŠKODA vehicles and to sell ŠKODA Genuine Parts. “ŠKODA Partner” - A company that has been authorized by the manufacturer

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ŠKODA AUTO a.s. or its sales partner to sell new ŠKODA vehicles and, when applicable, to service them using ŠKODA Genuine Parts and to sell ŠKODA Genuine Parts.

The owner's manual

These operating instructions apply to all body variants of the vehicle and to all related models.

This Owner's Manual describes all possible equipment variants without identifying them as special equipment, model variants or market-dependent equipment.

Consequently, your vehicle does not need to contain all of the equipment com- ponents described in this Owner's Manual.

The level of equipment in your vehicle refers to your purchase contract for the vehicle. More information is available from the ŠKODA Partner from whom you bought the vehicle.

The illustrations can differ in minor details from your vehicle; they are only intended for general information.

Materials defect liability and ŠKODA warranty for new cars 5

Mobility warranty and ŠKODA extended warranty

Abbreviations

Using the system

Cockpit

Overview

Instruments and warning lights 11

Instrument cluster Warning lights Warning icons in the display 21

Information system

Driver information system 26 Driving data (Multifunction display) MAXI DOT display Service interval display 33

Unlocking and opening

Unlocking and locking 35 KESSY Anti-theft alarm system Luggage compartment lid 43 Electric luggage compartment lid (Octavia

Estate) 44 Electrical power windows Panoramic sliding/tilting roof (Octavia) Panoramic sliding/tilting roof (Octavia Estate) 51

Lights and visibility

Lights 54 Interior lights

Visibility 64 Windscreen wipers and washers 65 Rear mirror 68

Seats and useful equipment 71

Adjusting the seats 71 Seat features 76

Practical equipment 79 Luggage compartment 91 Variable loading floor in the luggage

compartment (Estate) 99 Net partition (Octavia Estate) 101 Roof rack system 103

Heating and air-conditioning 106

Heating, ventilation, cooling Heating Air conditioning system (manual air conditioning

system)

Climatronic (automatic air conditioning system)

Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and ventilation)

Driving

Starting-off and Driving

Steering 118 Starting and stopping the engine using the

key

Starting and stopping the engine - KESSY 121 Brakes Manual shifting of gears and pedals 126 Automatic transmission

Running in

Economical driving and environmental sustainability 131

Avoiding damage to your vehicle 135 Driving abroad

Assist systems 137

Brake assist systems 137 Parking aid 140 Park assist 142 Cruise Control System 146 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) 148 Area monitoring system (Front Assist) 154 START-STOP 158 Driving mode 161 ProActive passenger protection 163 Lane Assist 164 Traffic sign recognition 166 Fatigue detection (break recommendation) 168

Towing a trailer

106

Towing device

108

Trailer 172

110

Safety

112

Passive Safety

General information 176

115

Correct seated position

Seat belts

Using seat belts 180

118

Inertia reel and belt pretensioners

Airbag system 185

Description of the airbag system

119

Airbag overview Deactivating airbags 190

124

Transporting children safely

126

Child seat 193

130

Fastening elements

136

169 169

176

177

180

183

185 186

193

196

Table of Contents

General Maintenance

Vehicle care 198

Service intervals 198 Service work, adjustments and technical

alterations 200 Washing your car 203 Taking care of your vehicle exterior 205 Taking care of the interior 208

Inspecting and replenishing 212

Fuel 212 Engine compartment 215 Engine oil 219 Coolant Brake fluid 223 Vehicle battery

Wheels

Tyres and wheel rims 228 Winter operation

221

224

228

234

Do-it-yourself

Emergency equipment, and self-help 235

Emergency equipment Changing a wheel Tyre repair 240 Jump-starting Towing the vehicle 244 Remote control Emergency unlocking/locking Replacing windscreen wiper blades 249

Fuses and light bulbs

Fuses 251 Bulbs

235 237

243

246 248

251

255

Technical data

Technical data 263

Vehicle data 263

Index

Table of Contents

Materials defect liability and ŠKODA warranty for new cars

Materials defect liability

Your ŠKODA Partner, as a vendor, is liable to you for material damage to your new ŠKODA car, ŠKODA Genuine Parts or ŠKODA Genuine Accessories in accordance with statutory regulations and the purchase agreement.

ŠKODA warranty for new cars

As well as the materials defect liability, ŠKODA AUTO a.s. grants you the ŠKODA warranty for new cars (hereinafter referred to as “ŠKODA warranty),” according to the conditions described below.

As part of the ŠKODA warranty, ŠKODA AUTO a.s. will guarantee the following services:

Repair of damage to your vehicle that occurs within two years from the start of

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the ŠKODA warranty; Repair of paint damage to your vehicle that occurs within three years from the

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start of the ŠKODA warranty; Repair of rust perforation to the bodywork of your vehicle that occurs within

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twelve years from the start of the warranty. Only rust perforation of body sheets from the inside to the outside is included in the definition of rust perforation to bodywork and covered by the ŠKODA warranty.

The warranty starts on the date on which the original purchaser acquires the vehicle upon purchasing it from the ŠKODA Partner or the date of first registration. Whichever event occurs first and is recorded by the ŠKODA Partner in the service schedule accordingly is the one that applies.

Repairs may be carried out either by replacing the faulty part or by restoring it. Replaced parts become the property of the ŠKODA Service Partner.

There shall be no further claims arising from the ŠKODA warranty. In particular, there shall be no claims for replacement, cancellation, provision of a courtesy vehicle for the duration of repairs or compensation for damages.

If your ŠKODA vehicle was purchased from a ŠKODA Partner in a country of the European Economic Area (i.e. the countries of the European Union, Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein) or in Switzerland, claims arising from the ŠKODA warranty must also be made through a ŠKODA Service Partner in one of these countries.

If your ŠKODA vehicle was purchased from a ŠKODA Partner outside the European Economic Area and Switzerland, claims arising from the ŠKODA warranty must also be made through a ŠKODA Service Partner outside the European Economic Area and Switzerland.

One of the conditions for service from the ŠKODA warranty is that all service work has been carried out in a timely and adequate manner and in accordance with the manufacturer's provisions. It must be proven that service work has been carried out properly and in accordance with the manufacturer's provisions when raising a claim from the ŠKODA warranty. In the event of a missed service or failure to carry out a service according to the manufacturer's provisions, you may still be entitled to warranty claims as long as you can prove that the missed service or the failure to carry out a service according to the manufacturer's provisions was not the cause of the fault.

Natural wear and tear to your vehicle is not covered by the ŠKODA warranty. The ŠKODA warranty also does not cover faults to bodywork, installations or conversions provided by third-parties, or vehicle faults caused as a result. The same applies to accessories that are not factory installed and/or delivered.

In addition, this warranty does not apply if the fault was caused by one of the following:

Unauthorized use, improper handling (e.g. use in racing competitions or over-

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loading), improper care and maintenance or unapproved modification to your vehicle; Non-compliance with provisions in the service schedule and the Owner's Man-

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ual or other factory-supplied instructions; External causes or influences (e.g. accidents, hail, flooding etc.);

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Parts fitted on or in the vehicle, whose use has not been approved by ŠKODA

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AUTO a.s., or modification of the vehicle in a manner not approved by ŠKODA AUTO a.s. (e.g. tuning); Damage caused by you that was not immediately seen to by a specialist garage

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or was not rectified properly. It is the customer's responsibility to prove that it was not the cause. This ŠKODA warranty does not affect the purchaser's statutory rights from mate-

rials defect liability from the vehicle vendor and other potential claims from product liability laws.

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Materials defect liability and ŠKODA warranty for new cars

Mobility warranty and ŠKODA extended warranty

Mobility warranty

The mobility warranty provides a sense of security when travelling in your vehicle. As part of the mobility warranty, if your car breaks down when you are on the

move as a result of an unexpected fault, you can access services to ensure your continued mobility. These services include the following: Breakdown service at the breakdown location and towing to the ŠKODA Service Partner, technical assistance by phone or on-site operation.

If your vehicle is not repaired on the same day, the ŠKODA Service Partner may provide further services as required, such as replacement transportation (bus, train etc.) or a courtesy vehicle etc.

More information regarding terms and conditions for the provision of a mobility warranty for your vehicle can be obtained from your ŠKODA Partner. They will also provide you with detailed terms and conditions for the mobility warranty with respect to your vehicle. In the event that there is no mobility warranty coverage available for your vehicle, you should check with any ŠKODA Service Partner about the possibility of a subsequent agreement.

Note

The mobility warranty is only available for some countries.

Optional ŠKODA extended warranty

If you received a ŠKODA extended warranty when purchasing your new car, the two-year ŠKODA warranty for damages to your ŠKODA vehicle will be extended to your chosen duration or until the specified mileage limit has been reached, whichever occurs first.

The previously mentioned paint warranty and the warranty against rust perforation are unaffected by the extended warranty.

Detailed conditions for the extended warranty are included in the extended warranty terms and conditions, which your ŠKODA Partner will have given to you upon purchasing your new car.

Note

The mobility warranty and optional ŠKODA extended warranty are only available for some countries.

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Mobility warranty and ŠKODA extended warranty

Abbreviations

Abbreviation Definition

rpm Engine revolutions per minute ABS Anti-lock brake system ACC Adaptive cruise control AHL Adaptive headlights TCS Traction control

CO2 in g/km discharged quantity of carbon dioxide in grams per driven kilo-

metre DPF Diesel particle filter DSG Automatic double clutch gearbox DSR Active driver-steering recommendation EDL Electronic differential lock ECE Economic Commission for Europe EPC EPC fault light ESC Electronic Stability Control

EU European Union HBA Hydraulic brake assist HHC Uphill start assist

kW Kilowatt, measuring unit for the engine output MG Manual gearbox

N1 Panel van intended exclusively or mainly for the transporta-

tion of goods

Nm Newton meter, measuring unit for the engine torque

TDI CR Diesel engine with turbocharging and common rail injection

system

TSA Trailer stabilisation

TSI Petrol engine with turbocharging and direct injection

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Abbreviations

Fig. 1

Using the system

Cockpit

Using the system

Cockpit

Overview

Electrical power windows 47

Door opening lever 40

Electric exterior mirror adjustment 69

Air outlet vent 107

Parking ticket holder 80

Operating lever:

Turn signal light, headlight and parking light, headlight flasher 56

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Speed regulating system

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Activating the menu item wizard 32

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Steering wheel:

With horn

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With driver’s front airbag

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with buttons for the operation of the information system

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With buttons for the Infotainment Control » Infotainment Man-

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ual, chapter Device Operation

Instrument cluster 11

Operating lever:

Windscreen wiper and wash system

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Multifunction display 29

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Information system

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Air outlets in the central part of the dash panel 107

Infotainment » owner's manual for the Infotainment radio or navigation

Warning light for the deactivated front seat passenger airbag

Button for hazard warning light system

Interior rear-view mirror 69

Storage compartment on the front passenger side

Front passenger airbag

146

187

191

187

CD/DVD drive and memory card slot (in the passenger-side storage compartment) » owner's manual for the Infotainment radio and/or

navigation

Air outlet vent 107

Key switch for switching off the front passenger airbag (in front passenger storage compartment)

Door opening lever 40

Power window in the front passenger door 48

Light switch 55

Storage compartment on the driver's side 80 Fuse box (behind the storage compartment on the driver's side) 252

Bonnet release lever 217

Operating lever for adaptive cruise control 151

Lever for adjusting the steering wheel

Ignition lock

Pedals 126

Storage compartment / Phone box » Infotainment Manual, chapter Phone box

Handbrake lever

Depending on equipment fitted:

Gearshift lever (manual gearbox) 126

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Selector lever (automatic gearbox)

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Depending on equipment fitted:

Operating controls for the heating 108

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Operating controls for the air conditioning system

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Operating controls for Climatronic 112

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Depending on equipment fitted:

12-Volt power socket 84

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Cigarette lighter

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Bar with keys depending on the equipment fitted:

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Central locking system

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

START STOP

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Traction control TCS



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

Electronic Stability Control ESC

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

Selection of driving mode

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Park Assist

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191

118

120

125

127

110

39 158 138

137 161

142

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Cockpit

 Parking aid 140

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 Tyre inflation pressure calibration

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Depending on equipment fitted:

USB/AUX input » Infotainment Manual, chapter USB/AUX In-

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puts MEDIA IN input » Infotainment Manual, chapter MEDIA IN input

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Note

The position of some of the controls on right-hand drive models may differ from that shown in » Fig. 1. The symbols on the controls and switches are the same as for left-hand drive models.

231

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Using the system

Instruments and warning lights

Instrument cluster

Introduction

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This chapter contains information on the following subjects: Overview

Revolutions counter 12 Display 12 Speedometer 12 Coolant temperature gauge 13 Fuel gauge 13 Counter for distance driven 14 Viewing the charge level vehicle battery Auto-check control

Component protection

If the message SAFE CP appears in the instrument cluster display, the component protection for the instrument cluster is active. Further information » page 202, Component protection.

Fault display

If there is a fault in the instrument cluster, the following message will appear in the display.

Error: instrument cluster. Workshop!



COMBIINSTRUM_ WORKSHOP



Seek help from a specialist garage.

WARNING

■

Concentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver you are fully re-

sponsible for road safety.

■

Never operate the button 6 in the instrument cluster » Fig. 2 on page 11

while driving, only when the vehicle is stationary!

Overview

14 14

Fig. 2

Instrument cluster

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 11.

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Revolutions counter with warning lights » page 12

Display » page 12

With counter for distance driven » page 14

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With service interval display » page 33

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With digital clock » page 14

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With information system » page 26

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With control symbols » page 21

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Speedometer1) with warning lights » page 12

Coolant temperature gauge » page 13

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During the journey, the speed can be displayed in a different unit (mph or km/h) in addition to the tachometer display.

Instruments and warning lights

Bar with warning lights » page 15

Button for:

Set hours/minutes » page 14

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Displaying the distance and days until the next service interval » page 33

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Resetting Service Interval Display » page 33

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Reset daily trip counter » page 14

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Charge level indicator » page 14

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Fuel gauge » page 13

Revolutions counter

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 11.

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The red scale of the revolution counter 1 » Fig. 2 on page 11 indicates the range in which the system begins to limit the engine speed. The system automatically restricts the engine speed to a steady limit.

You should shift into the next highest gear before the red scale of the revolution counter is reached, or select mode D on the automatic gearbox.

Follow the recommended gear to prevent engine speeds that are too high or too low » page 27.

Display

Fig. 3

Display types

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 11.

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The instrument cluster can have one of the following types of display » Fig. 3.

Segment display



MAXI DOT display.



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Note

Depending on vehicle equipment, the MAXI DOT display can be either monochromatic “(black and white)” or color.

Speedometer

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings



Warning against excessive speeds

An audible warning signal will sound when the vehicle speed exceeds 120 km/h1). The audible warning signal is switched off when the vehicle speed falls below 120 km/h.

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on page 11.

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This function only applies to certain countries.

Using the system

Coolant temperature gauge

Fuel gauge

Fig. 4

Coolant temperature gauge

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 11.

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The coolant temperature gauge » Fig. 4 only operates when the ignition is switched on.

Cold range

If the pointer is still in the left area of the scale, this indicates that the engine has not yet reached its operating temperature. Avoid high speeds, full throttle and high engine loads. This prevents possible damage to the engine.

The operating range

The engine has reached its operating temperature as soon as the pointer moves into the mid-range of the scale. At very high ambient temperatures or heavy engine loads, the pointer may move even further to the right.

High temperature range

If the pointer reaches the red area of the scale, the coolant temperature is too high. Further information » page 22.

CAUTION

Additional headlights and other attached components in front of the air inlet impair the cooling efficiency of the coolant.

Fig. 5

Fuel gauge

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 11.

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The fuel gauge » Fig. 5 only operates if the ignition is switched on. The fuel tank has a capacity of about 50 litres. If the amount of fuel reaches the

reserve area (the pointer reaches the red scale range), the indicator symbol illuminates  to » page 25.

CAUTION

Never drive until the fuel tank is completely empty! The irregular supply of fuel can cause misfiring. This can result in considerable damage to parts of the engine and the exhaust system.

Note

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After filling up, it can occur that during dynamic driving (e.g. numerous curves, braking, driving downhill and climbing a steep hill) the fuel gauge indicates approx. a fraction less. When stopping or during less dynamic driving, the fuel gauge displays the correct fuel level again. This is not a fault.

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The arrow  next to the icon  within the fuel gauge displays the installation location of the fuel filler on the right side of the vehicle.

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Instruments and warning lights

Counter for distance driven

Fig. 6

Segment display / MAXI DOT display

Viewing the charge level vehicle battery

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 11.



Switch off the ignition.

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Press and hold the button 6 » Fig. 2 on page 11 until the Battery status or BAT-

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TERY SOC is shown in the display.

Release the button

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played in %.

- the current charge level of the vehicle battery is dis-

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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 11.



Daily trip counter (trip)

The daily trip counter A » Fig. 6 shows the distance driven since the time the counter was last reset - in steps of 100 m.

Reset daily trip counter

Briefly press the button 6 » Fig. 2 on page 11.

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Odometer

The odometer

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Switch on the ignition.

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Press and hold the button

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display. Release the button 6, and the system switches to the time setting function.

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Press the button 6 again and set the hours.

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Wait around 4 seconds - the system switches to the minutes setting.

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Press the button 6 again and set the minutes.

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The time can also be set in the Infotainment » operating instructions for Infotainment, chapter Device settings.

» Fig. 6 displays the total distance the vehicle has travelled.

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 11.

» Fig. 2 on page 11 until the Time is shown in the

Using the system

Auto-check control

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 11.

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Certain functions and conditions of individual vehicle systems are checked continuously when the ignition is switched on.

Error messages and/or other information are displayed in the instrument cluster display.

Some messages are displayed simultaneously with the warning lights » page 15 or warning icons in the display » page 21.

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While the operational faults remain unrectified, the messages are always indicated again. After they are displayed for the first time, the symbols  or  continue to be indicated without any extra messages for the driver.

Symbol Meaning



Warning

Danger

WARNING

If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe distance from the traffic, switch off the engine and switch on the hazard warning lights » page 61. The warning triangle must be set up at the prescribed distance - observe the national legal provisions when doing so.

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Warning lights

 Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:

  Automatic Transmission 16 

Handbrake 16

 Brake system  Seat belt warning light

  Power steering

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Traction Control System (ASR) 17

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Traction control system (TCS) off 18



Electronic Stability Control (ESC) 18



Antilock brake system (ABS)



Rear fog light 19

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Exhaust inspection system 19

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Glow plug system (diesel engine) 19



Engine performance check (petrol engine)

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Security Systems



Tyre inflation pressure 20



Brake linings 20

 

Lane following system (Lane Assist) 20

 

Turn signal system



Trailer turn signal lights



Fog lights 21



Cruise control system 21



Selector lever lock

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Main beam 21

The warning lights indicate certain functions or faults. Some warning lights can be accompanied by acoustic signals and messages in the

display of the instrument cluster. After switching on the ignition, some warning lights illuminate briefly as a func-

tion test. If the tested systems are OK, the corresponding warning lights go out a few sec-

onds after switching on the ignition.

20 20

The condition of some features and systems is shown by the warning icons on the display » page 21.

The warning lights are at the following locations in the instrument cluster » Fig. 2 on page 11.

Revolutions counter

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Speedometer

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Bar with warning lights

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16 17 17

19 19

WARNING

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Ignoring illuminated warning lights and related messages or instructions in the display of the instrument cluster may lead to serious personal injury or damage to the vehicle.

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If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe distance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning light system » page 61. The warning triangle must be set up at the prescribed distance - observe the national legal provisions when doing so.

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The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. While working in the engine compartment, be sure to observe the following warnings » page 215, Engine compartment.

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Instruments and warning lights

  Automatic Transmission

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 15.

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The warning lights   indicate a fault or the state of the automatic gearbox.

Warning light Message Meaning and Action

 



Error: gearbox. Reverse gear not available.

GEARBOX ERROR REV_ GEAR NOT AVAIL

Error: gearbox

GEARBOX ERROR

Gearbox overheated.

GEARBOX OVERHEATED

Gearbox overheated. Stop! Owner's manual!

STOP VEHICLE GEARBOX OVERHEAT

Gearbox faulty. Workshop!

GEARBOX FAULTY WORKSHOP

Fault in the automatic gearbox, the reverse cannot be appealed. Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.

Fault in the automatic gearbox. Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.

The temperature of the automatic gearbox clutches is too high.

 do not continue to drive!

Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and wait until the indicator  goes out – risk of gearbox damage! You can continue your journey as soon as the light goes out. If the warning indicator does not go out, do not continue driving. Seek help from a specialist garage.

The temperature of the automatic gearbox clutches is too high.

 do not continue to drive!

Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and wait until the indicator  goes out – risk of gearbox damage! If the warning indicator does not go out, do not continue driving. Seek help from a specialist garage.

Fault in the automatic gearbox. Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.

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 Handbrake

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 15.



The warning light  comes on if the handbrake is applied. An acoustic signal will sound if you drive the vehicle above 5 km/h while the

handbrake is still on. The following message is shown in the information cluster display.

Release the handbrake!

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RELEASE HANDBRAKE

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Using the system

 Brake system

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 15.



If the warning light  lights up, the brake fluid level in the brake system is too low.

The following message is shown in the information cluster display.

Brake fluid: owner's manual!

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BRAKE FLUID PLEASE CHECK

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

Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the level of the brake fluid » page 223 » .

If the warning light  lights up together with the warning light , there is a problem with the ABS.

WARNING

■

If the warning light  is displayed simultaneously with warning light

 » page 18,  Antilock brake system (ABS),  do not continue your jour-

ney! Seek help from a specialist garage.

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A fault to the braking system can increase the vehicle's braking distance risk of accident!

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Seat belt warning light

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 15.



The warning light  comes on after the ignition is switched on as a reminder for the driver and front passenger to fasten the seat belt.

The warning light  goes out if the driver or front passenger has fastened their seat belt.

If the driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt and the vehicle speed is more than 30 km/h, the warning light  flashes and you will hear an acoustic signal.

If the seat belt is not fastened by the driver or front passenger during the next approx. 2 seconds, the warning signal is deactivated and the warning light lights up permanently.

Further information » page 180, Seat belts.

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  Power steering

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 15.



If the warning light  lights up, this indicates a partial failure of the power steering and the steering forces can be greater. Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.

If the warning light  lights up, this indicates a complete failure of the power steering and the steering assist has failed (significantly higher steering forces). Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.

Further information » page 119, Power steering.



Note

If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the warning light

 comes on after switching on the ignition. The warning light should go out after

driving a short distance. If, after starting the engine again and a short drive, the yellow warning light  does not go out, there is a fault in the system. Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.



Traction Control System (ASR)

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings



If your vehicle is equipped with the ESC system, the TCS is part of the ESC » page 137.

The warning light flashes to show that the ASR is currently operating. If the warning light  illuminates, there is a fault in the ASR. The following message is shown in the information cluster display.

Error: traction control



ASR ERROR



Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately. If the warning light  comes on after starting the engine, the TCS may be switch-

ed off for technical reasons.

Switch the ignition off and on again.

›

on page 15.





Instruments and warning lights

If the warning light  does not illuminates after you switch the engine back on, the ASR is fully functional again.

Further information » page 137, Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and » page 138, Traction Control System (TCS).

Note

If the vehicle battery has been disconnected and then reconnected, the indicator light  comes on after switching on the ignition. If the indicator light does not go out after moving a short distance, this means that there is an error in the system. Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.

Switch the ignition off and on again.

›

If the indicator light  does not illuminate after you switch the engine back on, the ESR is fully functional again.

Further information » page 137, Electronic Stability Control (ESC).

Note



Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.



 Traction control system (TCS) off

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings



If the warning light  is lit, the TCS is off. The following message is shown in the information cluster display.

Traction control (ASR) deactivated.



ASR OFF



Further information » page 138, Traction Control System (TCS).



Electronic Stability Control (ESC)



The warning light  flashes to show that the ESC is currently operating. If the warning light  illuminates, there is a fault in the ESC. The following message is shown in the information cluster display.

Error: stabilisation control (ESC)



ESC ERROR



Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately. If the warning light  comes on after starting the engine, the ESC system may be

switched off for technical reasons.

on page 15.

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 15.

Using the system

 Antilock brake system (ABS)

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings



If the warning light  lights up, there is a fault in the ABS. The following message is shown in the information cluster display.

Error: ABS



ABS ERROR





The vehicle will only be braked by the normal brake system without the ABS. Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately. Further information » page 138, Antilock Braking System (ABS).

on page 15.

WARNING

■

If the warning light  is displayed simultaneously with warning light ,  do not continue your journey! Seek help from a specialist garage.

■

A fault to the ABS system or the braking system can increase the vehicle's braking distance – risk of accident!



 Rear fog light

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 15.



The warning light  comes on when the rear fog light is switched on. Further information » page 60, Rear fog light.

 Exhaust inspection system

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings



If the warning light  lights up, there is a fault in the exhaust inspection system. The system allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.

Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.



Glow plug system (diesel engine)



The warning light  comes on after the ignition has been switched on. Once the light has gone out, the engine can be started immediately.

There is a fault in the glow plug system if the warning light  does not come on at all or lights up continuously.

If the warning light  begins to flash while driving, a fault exists in the engine control. The system allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.

Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.

on page 15.

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-

on page 15.

ings

 Engine performance check (petrol engine)

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 15.



If the warning light allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.



lights up, there is a fault in the engine control. The system

Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.



Security Systems

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 15.





Fault with airbag system

When the warning light  lights up and the following message appears in the in-

strument cluster display, there is a fault with the airbag system.

Error: airbag



AIRBAG ERROR



The functionality of the airbag system is monitored automatically even if one of

the airbags is switched off.

One of the airbags or a belt tensioner has been disabled by the diagnostic tool



The warning light  lights up for approx. 4 seconds after switching on the igni-

›

tion and then flashes again for approx. 12 seconds. The following message is shown in the information cluster display.

›

Airbag/ belt tensioner deactivated.



AIRBAG/ BELT TENSIONER OFF



The front passenger airbag has been disabled with the key switch

The warning light  comes on for about 4 seconds after the ignition has been

›

switched on. The warning light

›

panel lights up after switching on the ignition » page 191.

ProActive passenger protection

When the warning light  lights up and the following message appears in the in-

strument cluster display, there is a fault with the airbag system. Seek assistance



from a specialist garage immediately.

Proactive passenger protection not available.



PROACTIVE PASSENGER PROTECT NOT AVAIL



Proactive passenger protection: funct. restricted.



LIMITED PROACTIVE PASSENGER PROTECT





in the display

   

in the middle of the dash





Instruments and warning lights

WARNING

If there is a fault in the safety system, have it checked immediately by a specialist garage. Otherwise, there is a risk of the systems not being activated in the event of an accident.



Tyre inflation pressure

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 15.



The warning light  lights up, if there is a substantial drop in inflation pressure in one of the tyres. Check and adjust the pressure in all tyres » page 228.

An audible signal sounds as a warning signal. If the warning light  flashes, there is a fault in the system. Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately. Further information » page 231, Tyre control display.

Note

If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the warning light

 comes on after switching on the ignition. If the warning light does not go out

after moving a short distance, this means there is an error in the system. Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.



Brake linings

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 15.



If the indicator light  is lit, the brake pads are worn. The following message is shown in the information cluster display.

Check brake wear!



BRAKE PADS PLEASE CHECK



Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.

  Lane following system (Lane Assist)

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 15.





The warning lights   indicates the state of the Lane Assist system. Further information » page 164, Lane Assist.

  Turn signal system

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings



Either the left  or right  indicator light flashes depending on the position of the control lever.

If there is a fault in the turn signal system, the warning light flashes at twice its normal rate. This does not apply when towing a trailer.

Switching off the hazard warning light system is switched on will cause all of the turn signal lights as well as both warning lights to flash.

Further information » page 56, Turn signal and main beam.





Trailer turn signal lights



if the warning light  flashes, the trailer turn signal lights are turned on. If a trailer is hitched and the warning light  is not flashing, one of the trailer turn

signal lights has failed. The following message is shown in the information cluster display, for example.

Trailer: check left turn signal!



TRAILER TURN SIG_ CHECK LEFT



The trailer must be unhitched properly » page 169, Towing a trailer.



on page 15.

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 15.



Using the system

 Fog lights

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 15.



The warning light  comes on when the fog lights are operating. Further information » page 59, Fog lights.

 Cruise control system

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings



The warning light  comes on when the cruise control is active. Further information » page 146, Cruise Control System.



Selector lever lock



If the warning light  lights up, operate the brake pedal. Further information » page 127, Modes and use of selector lever.



Main beam



The warning light  comes on when the main beam is selected or when the headlight flasher is operated.

Further information » page 56, Turn signal and main beam.

on page 15.

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 15.

Warning icons in the display

 Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:



  Rear seat belt warning 22



Alternator 22  Coolant  Engine oil pressure  Engine oil level



Lamp failure 24



Diesel particulate filter (diesel engine) 24



Windscreen washer fluid level 24



Fuel reserve





Headlight assist 25

 

START-STOP-system 25



Ice warning 25

Water in the fuel filter (diesel engine)



The warning icons indicate the status of certain functions or faults. The warning icons are indicated in the display of the instrument cluster » page 12. After switching on the ignition, some warning icons illuminate briefly as a func-



tion test. If the tested systems are OK, the corresponding warning icons go out a few sec-

onds after switching on the ignition. Depending on the meaning of the warning icon, the icon  or  will also illumi-

nate in the bar with the warning lights Some warning icons can be accompanied by acoustic signals and messages in the

instrument cluster display. The status of some features and systems is shown by the warning



lights » page 15.

Symbol



» Fig. 2 on page 11.

Meaning

Warning

Danger

22 23 23



Instruments and warning lights

On vehicles with a colour MAXI DOT display some warning icons in the display are in colour.

WARNING

■

Ignoring illuminated warning icons and related messages or instructions in the display of the instrument cluster may lead to serious personal injury or damage to the vehicle.

■

The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. While working in the engine compartment, be sure to observe the following warnings » page 215, Engine compartment.

 

Rear seat belt warning

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 21.



A rear seat belt is not fastened



A rear seat belt is fastened



The warning icons  or  come on after the ignition has been switched on. When the seat belt is fastened/unfastened, the particular icon lights up briefly

and indicates the current belt status! Further information » page 180, Seat belts.

 Alternator

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 21.



The warning icon  lights up if the vehicle battery is not charged when the engine is running.

Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.

CAUTION

If the icon  (cooling system fault) comes on in addition to the icon  when driving, stop the vehicle immediately and switch off the engine – risk of engine damage!



Coolant

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 21.



Coolant level too low

If the coolant level is too low, the warning icon  lights up and the following message appears in the instrument cluster display.





Check coolant! Owner's manual! ENGINE COOLANT PLEASE CHECK



Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the coolant level » page 222.

›

If the coolant level is too low, add coolant to the reservoir » page 222.

›

If, after adding coolant and switching on the ignition, the warning icon  disap-

›

pears, you can continue your journey. If the coolant level is within the specified range, but the warning icon  is still

›

lit, check the fuse for the radiator fan and replace it if necessary » page 254, Fuses in the engine compartment. If the coolant level and fan fuse are in order, but the warning icon  is still lid,

›



do not continue your journey!

Seek help from a specialist garage.

›

Coolant temperature too high

If the coolant temperature is too high, the warning icon  lights up and the following message appears in the instrument cluster display.

Engine overheat. Stop! Owner's manual!

 

ENGINE OVERHEAT STOP

Stop the vehicle and turn off the engine.

›

Wait until the coolant temperature gauge pointer returns to the operating

›

range » page 13. Continue your journey only after the warning icon  has disappeared.

›





Using the system

WARNING

■

Carefully open the coolant expansion bottle. If the engine is hot, the cooling system is pressurized – risk of scalding! It is therefore best to allow the engine to cool down before removing the cap.

■

Do not touch the radiator fan. The radiator fan may switch itself on automatically even if the ignition is off.



Engine oil pressure

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 21.



When the warning icon  flashes, the engine oil pressure is too low. The following message is shown in the information cluster display.

Oil pressure: Stop! Owner's manual!

 

STOP VEHICLE OIL PRESSURE

Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the level of the engine oil » page 220, Checking the oil level.

Even if the oil level is correct, do not drive any further if the warning icon  is flashing! Also do not leave the engine running at an idling speed.

Seek help from a specialist garage.

WARNING

 Engine oil level

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 21.



Engine oil level too low

If the warning icons  and  are lit, the engine oil level is too low. The following message is shown in the information cluster display.

Oil level: top up oil!





TOP UP OIL



Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the level of the engine oil » page 220.

The warning icon will go out if the bonnet is left open for more than 30 seconds. If no engine oil has been replenished, the warning icon will come on again after driving about 100 km.

Engine oil level too high

If the warning icons  and  are lit in conjunction with the following message on the display, the engine oil level is too high.

Reduce oil level!



OIL LEVEL TOO HIGH



Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the level of the engine oil » page 220.

Engine oil level sensor

If the warning icons  and  are lit in conjunction with the following message on the display, the engine oil level sensor is defective.

Oil sensor: workshop!



OIL SENSOR WORKSHOP



Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.



Instruments and warning lights

WARNING

■

Do not continue your journey if for some reason it is not possible to top up the engine oil ! Switch off the engine and seek assistance from a specialist garage.

■



Lamp failure

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings



The warning icon  comes on if a bulb is faulty. The following message is shown in the information cluster display, for example.

Check right dipped headlight beam!



DIPPED HEADLIGHT CHECK RIGHT





Diesel particulate filter (diesel engine)



The diesel particulate filter separates the soot particles from the exhaust. The soot particles collect in the diesel particulate filter where they are burnt on a regular basis.

If the warning icon  illuminates, soot has accumulated in the diesel particulate filter.

To clean the diesel particle filter, and where traffic conditions permit » for at least 15 minutes or until the warning icon  goes out as follows.

4 or gear 5 engaged (automatic gearbox: Position D/S).

›

Vehicle speed at least 70 km/h.

›

Engine speed between 1800-2500 rpm.

›

If the filter is properly cleaned, the warning icon  goes out.

on page 21.

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-

on page 21.

ings

, drive

If the filter is not properly cleaned, the warning icon  does not go out and the warning icon  begins to flash.

The following message is shown in the information cluster display.

Diesel particulate filter: owner's manual!



DIESEL PM FILTER OWNER MANUAL



Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.



WARNING

■

The diesel particle filter achieves very high temperatures. Therefore do not park in areas where the hot filter can come into direct contact with dry grass or other combustible materials – there is the risk of fire!

■

Always adjust your speed to suit weather, road, region and traffic conditions. The recommendations indicated by the warning light must not tempt you to disregard the national regulations for road traffic.

CAUTION

■

As long as the warning icon  lights up, you must take into account an in-



creased fuel consumption and in certain circumstances a power reduction of the engine.

■

Using diesel fuel with an increased sulphur content can considerably reduce the

life of the diesel particle filter. A ŠKODA partner will be able to tell you which countries use diesel fuel with a high sulphur content.

Note

■

We encourage you to avoid constant short journeys. This will improve the com-

bustion process of the soot particles in the diesel particulate filter.

■

If the engine is turned off during the filter cleaning process or shortly after-

wards, the cooling fan may turn on automatically for a few minutes.

 Windscreen washer fluid level

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 21.



If the windscreen washer fluid level is too low, the warning icon  comes on.





Using the system

The following message is shown in the information cluster display.

Top up washer fluid!



WASHER FLUID PLEASE TOP UP



Top up with liquid » page 218, Windscreen washer system.



Fuel reserve

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 21.



If the warning icon  comes on, there is a fuel reserve of under about 7 litres left. The following message is shown in the information cluster display.

Please refuel. Range: ... km



PLEASE REFUEL



An audible signal sounds as a warning signal.

Note

The text in the display goes out after refuelling and driving a short distance.



Headlight assist

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 21.



The warning icon  is lit when the headlight assist is activated. Further information » page 58, Headlight assist.

 

START-STOP-system

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 21.



The warning icons   indicate the state of the START-STOP system. Further information » page 158, START-STOP.

 Ice warning

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 21.





The warning icon  draws your attention to the risk of ice.

Further information » page 27, Outside temperature.

Water in the fuel filter (diesel engine)



First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings



The fuel filter with water separator, filters out dirt and water from the fuel.

If too much water is present in the separator, the following information appears

on the instrument cluster display.

MAXI DOT display.

The indicator symbol  illuminates.



Water in fuel filter. Owner's manual!



Segment display

WATER IN FUEL FILTER



on page 21.

CAUTION

Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.



Instruments and warning lights

Information system

Driver information system

Introduction



This chapter contains information on the following subjects: Using the information system

Outside temperature 27 Gear recommendation 27 Door, luggage compartment or bonnet warning 28 Eco tips 28 Compass point display 28

The information system provides the driver with alerts and messages about individual vehicle systems. These alerts and messages appear in the instrument

cluster display 2 » Fig. 2 on page 11 (hereafter only in the display).

The information system provides the following information.

Outside temperature » page 27.

›

Recommended gear » page 27.

›

Using the information system

Door, boot lid and bonnet warning » page 28.

›

Eco tips » page 28.

›

Compass display » page 28.

›

Driving data (multifunction display) » page 29.

›

Warning against excessive speeds » page 31.

›

Data relating to the Maxi DOT display » page 32.

›

To the lap timer function (stopwatch) » page 32 .

›

Service interval display » page 33.

›

Auto Check Control » page 14.

›

Warning icons » page 21.

›

Traffic sign recognition » page 166.

›

Fatigue detection » page 168.

›

Selector lever positions for an automatic gearbox » page 127.

›

Information and alerts in the Assist systems » page 137.

›

WARNING

Concentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver, you are fully responsible for the operation of your vehicle.

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 26.



Some functions of the information system can be operated using the buttons on the operating lever » Fig. 7 or on the multifunction steering wheel » Fig. 7.





Fig. 7 Buttons / dial: on the operating lever / on the multifunction steering wheel

Using the system

Description of the operation

Button /

wheel » Fig. 7

Operation Action

Select data Briefly push up or down

Set data values Briefly push up or down

Open main menu in the MAXI DOT display Press and hold button

Show data Press briefly

Confirm data Press briefly

Open main menu in the MAXI DOT display Press and hold button

to go back one level in the menu of the MAXI DOT display Press briefly

Select data Turn upwards or downwards

Set data values Turn upwards or downwards

Show data Press briefly

Confirm data Press briefly



Outside temperature

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 26.



The current outside temperature is shown in the display. If the outside temperature drops below +4 °C while driving, the following symbol

 (warning signal for ice on the road) appears before the temperature indicator and an audible signal will sound.

If the outside temperature is less than +4 °C when the ignition is turned on, the following symbol  appears in the display and an acoustic signal sounds.

After pressing the switch function shown last is indicated.

or the adjustment wheel D » Fig. 7 on page 26, the

WARNING

Even at temperatures around +4 °C, black ice may still be on the road surface! Do not only rely upon the information given on the outside temperature display that there is no ice on the road.

Gear recommendation

Fig. 8

Information on the selected gear / Gear recommendation

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 26.



Information on the selected gear

The currently engaged gear » Fig. 8 is shown in the display .

Recommended gear



In order to minimise the fuel consumption, a recommendation for shifting into an-

other gear is indicated in the display.

Information system



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