Škoda Octavia 2013 Owner's Manual

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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 information display.
 Denotes the display in the segment display.

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.

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.

CAUTION

Caution note draws your attention to the possibility of damage to your vehicle

A
(e.g. damage to gearbox), or points out general risks of an accident.

Preface

Does not apply to Russia

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 the operation in accordance with these instructions is a prerequisite for proper use
of the vehicle.

Observe the national legal requirements when using your vehicle.
If you have any questions about your vehicle, please contact a ŠKODA Partner.
We wish you much pleasure with your ŠKODA and pleasant motoring at all times.
Your ŠKODA AUTO a.s. (hereinafter referred to as ŠKODA)



The on-board literature

The on-board literature for your vehicle consists of this “Owner's Manual” as well
as a “Service schedule” and the “Help on the road” brochure.

Depending on the vehicle model and equipment, other additional operating man­uals and instructions may be provided (e.g. an operating manual for the Infotain­ment Radio).

If one of the publications listed above is missing, please contact a ŠKODA Partner.

The Owner's Manual

These operating instructions describe all possible equipment variants without
identifying them as special equipment, model variants or market-dependent
equipment.

Consequently, this vehicle does not need to contain all of the equipment compo-
nents described in this Owner's manual.

The level of equipment of your vehicle refers to your purchase contract of the ve­hicle. For more information, contact your local ŠKODA retailer.

This owner's manual describes a wide range of electronic functions and systems.
Information about how to configure these electronic functions and systems can
be found in the operating instructions to Infotainment Radio and/or the Infotain­ment navigation system.

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

The Service Schedule:

includes vehicle data including information on service work performed;

›

is a record of services provided;

›

is provided for entries relating to the mobility warranty (valid only for some

›

countries);
serves as warranty certificate of the ŠKODA dealer.

›

The service records are one of the conditions for warranty claims.
Please always present the Service schedule when you take your car to a ŠKODA

specialist garage.
If the Service Schedule is missing or worn, please contact the ŠKODA specialist

garage that regularly services your car. You will receive a duplicate, in which the
previously carried out service work is confirmed by the ŠKODA specialist garage.

The Help on the Road brochure

The brochure contains the important emergency telephone numbers as well as
telephone numbers and contact addresses of ŠKODA Partners in different coun­tries.

Table of Contents

Abbreviations

Using the system

Cockpit 7

Overview 6

Instruments and warning lights 8

Instrument cluster 8
Warning lights 12
Warning icons in the display

Information system 23

Driver information system
Driving data (multifunction display)

Unlocking and opening 29

Unlocking and locking
KESSY 34
Anti-theft alarm system
Luggage compartment lid
Electric boot lid (Octavia Estate) 38
Electrical power windows
Panoramic sliding/tilting roof (Octavia) 43
Panoramic sliding/tilting roof (Octavia Estate)

Lights and visibility

Lights 47
Interior light
Visibility 56
Windscreen wipers and washers
Rear mirror

Seats and useful equipment 63

Adjusting the seats
Seat features 67
Useful equipment

60

63

70

Luggage compartment 79
Variable loading floor in luggage compartment 88
Net partition (Octavia Estate) 90
Roof rack system 92

Heating and air conditioning system 95

Heating, ventilation, cooling 95
Heating 97
Air conditioning system (manual air conditioning

system) 99
Climatronic (automatic air conditioning

system)
Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and

ventilation) 104

18

Communication and multimedia

Communication
Multimedia 109

23
25

Driving

29

Starting-off and Driving

Steering 112

35

Starting and stopping the engine with the key

37

Starting and stopping the engine – KESSY
Brakes 118

41

Manual shifting of gears and pedals
Automatic transmission 120

45

Running in
Economical and environmentally friendly

47

driving 125
Avoiding damage to your vehicle

54

Driving abroad 130

58

Assist systems

Brake assist systems
Parking aid 133
Park assist
Cruise control system 139
START-STOP

Driving mode 143
ProActive passenger protection 145
Lane Assist 146
Traffic sign recognition 149
Fatigue detection (break recommendation) 151

Towing a trailer 152

Towing device 152
Trailer 155

Safety

101

Passive Safety 158

General information 158
Proper seated position 159

107
107

Seat belts

Using seat belts 162
Inertia reel and belt pretensioners

Airbag system

Description of the airbag system 167

112

Airbag overview
Deactivating airbags 172

113
115

Pedestrian protection

Pedestrian protection system

120

Transporting children safely 177

Child seat

124

Fastening elements 180

General Maintenance

129

Taking care of and cleaning the vehicle

131

Taking care of your vehicle

131

Accessories, changes and replacement of
parts 188

135

Inspecting and replenishing 191

Fuel

141

Engine compartment

162

165

167

168

175
175

177

182
182

191

193

Table of Contents

3

Engine oil 197
Coolant 199
Brake fluid 201
Vehicle battery 202

Wheels 207

Wheels and tyres 207
Operation in winter 212

Do-it-yourself

Emergency equipment, and self-help 214

Emergency equipment 214
Changing a wheel 216
Tyre repair 219
Jump-starting
Towing the vehicle 223
Remote control
Emergency unlocking/locking
Replacing windscreen wiper blades 228

Fuses and light bulbs

Fuses 230
Light bulbs

222

225
226

230

234

Technical data

Technical data

Vehicle data 241

241

Index

4

Table of Contents

Abbreviations

Abbreviation Definition

rpm Engine revolutions per minute
ABS Anti-lock brake system
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
EPC EPC fault light
ESC Electronic Stability Control
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

5

Fig. 1

6

Using the system

Cockpit

Using the system

Cockpit

Overview

1

Electrical power windows 41

2

Door opening lever on the driver's side 34

3

Electric exterior mirror adjustment 61

4

Air outlet vent on the driver's side 96

5

Operating lever:

Turn signal light, headlight and parking light, headlight flasher 49

›

Speed regulating system 139

›

6

Steering wheel:

With horn

›

With driver’s front airbag

›

With buttons for the Infotainment system 107

›

7

Instrument cluster

8

Operating lever:

Windscreen wiper and wash system 58

›

Multifunction display

›

Information display 24

›

9

Air outlets in the middle part of the dash panel

10

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

11

Warning light for the deactivated front seat passenger airbag

12

Switch for hazard warning lights 53

13

Interior rear-view mirror

14

Storage compartment on the front passenger side

15

Front passenger airbag 169

16

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

navigation

17

Air outlet vent on the front passenger side

18

Key switch for switching off the front passenger airbag (in front
passenger storage compartment) 173

19

Door opening lever on the front passenger side 34

20

Power window in the front passenger door 42

21

Light switch 48

22

Storage compartment on the driver's side 71
Fuse box (behind the storage compartment on the driver's side) 231

23

Bonnet release lever 195

24

Lever for adjusting the steering wheel 113

25

Ignition lock 114

26

Pedals 120

27

Storage compartment 72

28

Handbrake lever 119

29

Depending on equipment fitted:

Gearshift lever (manual gearbox) 120

›

Selector lever (automatic gearbox) 121

›

30

Depending on equipment fitted:

Operating controls for the heating 97

›

Operating controls for the air conditioning system

›

Operating controls for Climatronic 101

169

8

25

96

173

61

75

›

31

Depending on equipment fitted:

12-Volt power socket

›

Cigarette lighter 73

›

32

Bar with keys depending on the equipment fitted:



Central locking system

›



START STOP 141

›

Traction control TCS 132



›



Electronic Stability Control ESC 131

›



Selection of driving mode

›

Park Assist 135



›



Parking aid 133

›



Tyre inflation pressure calibration

›

33

Depending on equipment fitted:

USB/AUX input 107

›

MEDIA IN input 107

›

Note

The arrangement of the controls and switches and the location of some items on

96

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.

99

74

33

143

210



Cockpit

7

Instruments and warning lights

Instrument cluster

Introduction



This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Overview

Revolutions counter 9
Display 9
Speedometer 9
Coolant temperature display 10
Fuel gauge 10
Counter for distance driven
Setting the time 11
Viewing the charge level vehicle battery
Service interval display
Auto-check control 12

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 189,
Component protection.

Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.

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 ŠKODA specialist garage.

WARNING

■

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

sponsible for the operation of your vehicle.

■

Never operate the button 6 in the instrument cluster » Fig. 2 on page 8

while driving, only when the vehicle is stationary!

Overview

8

11

11
11

Fig. 2

Instrument cluster

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 8.



1

Revolutions counter with warning lights » page 9

2

Display » page 9

With counter for distance driven » page 11

›

With service interval display » page 11

›

With digital clock » page 11

›

With information system » page 23

›

With control symbols » page 18

›

3

Speedometer1) with warning lights » page 9

4

Coolant temperature gauge » page 10

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

1)

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

8

Using the system

5

Bar with warning lights » page 12

6

Button for:

Set hours/minutes » page 11

›

Displaying the distance and days until the next service inter-

›

val » page 11
Resetting Service Interval Display » page 11

›

Reset trip counter for the distance driven » page 11

›

Charge level indicator » page 11

›

7

Fuel gauge » page 10

Revolutions counter

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 8.



The red scale of the rev counter 1 » Fig. 2 on page 8 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 higher 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 23.

Display



Fig. 3 Display types

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings



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

Segment display without multi function display




Segment display with multi-function display
Monochromatic information display



Colour information display



on page 8.



For the sake of the environment

Correct shifting up has the following advantages.

■

It helps to reduce fuel consumption.

■

It reduces the operating noise.

■

It protects the environment.

■

It benefits the durability and reliability of the engine.

1)

This function only applies to certain countries.

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.

on page 8.

Instruments and warning lights



9

Coolant temperature display

Fuel gauge

Fig. 4

Coolant temperature gauge

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 8.



The coolant temperate display » Fig. 4 only operates when the ignition is switch­ed on.

Cold range

If the pointer is still in the left area of the scale it means 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 19.

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 8.



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 pointer reaches the reserve

marking (red area of the scale), the control indicator  » page 21 lights up.

CAUTION

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

Note

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.





10

Using the system

Counter for distance driven

Fig. 6

Segment display/information
display

Viewing the charge level vehicle battery

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 8.



Switch off the ignition.

›

Press and hold the button 6 » Fig. 9 on page 26 until the Battery status or

›

BATTERY is shown in the display.

Release the button

›

played in %.

6

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



First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 8.



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 trip counter for the distance driven

Briefly press the button 6 » Fig. 2 on page 8.

›

Odometer

The odometer
driven.

B

» Fig. 6 indicates the total distance which the vehicle has been

Setting the time

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 8.



Switch on the ignition.

›

Press and hold the button 6 » Fig. 2 on page 8 until the Time is shown in the

›

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

›

Press the button 6 again and set the hours.

›

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

›

Press the button 6 again and set the minutes.

›

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

Service interval display

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 8.



Service message

Before reaching the service interval, the icon  appears in the display after the
ignition is switched on, together with the message.

Service in ... km or ... day(s).



SERVICE IN... km OR ... DAYS



The kilometre indicator or the days indicator reduces in steps of 100 km or, where



applicable, days until the service due date is reached.
Once the service interval is reached, the icon  appears in the display after the

ignition is switched on, together with the message.

Service now!



SERVICE NOW



Displaying the distance and days until the next service interval

Switch on the ignition.

›

Press the button

›

appears.
Release the button

›

The icon  appears in the display together with the message.

Service in ... km or ... day(s).



SERVICE IN... km OR ... DAYS





6

» Fig. 2 on page 8 and keep it pressed down until Service

6

.

Instruments and warning lights



11

Resetting Service Interval Display

If the variable service interval is set in your vehicle and if the service interval dis­play is reset, the variable service interval is switched to the fixed service interval.

Only the “Oil Change Service” indication is reset, the “Inspection” indication is not
reset.

We therefore recommend that the Service Interval Display be reset only by a
ŠKODA Partner, who will reset the display with a vehicle system tester.

The ŠKODA Partner will carry out the following steps.

He resets the display memory after the relevant inspection.

›

He makes an entry in the service schedule.

›

He affixes a sticker with the entry of the following service interval to the side of

›

the dash panel on the driver's side.

6

The reset can be done with the button

Switch off the ignition (for vehicles with the KESSY system, also close the driv-

›

er's door).
Press the button

›

Switch on the ignition.

›

Release and then press again the button

›

6

and keep it pressed down.

» Fig. 2 on page 8.

6

.

CAUTION

We recommend that you do not reset the service interval display yourself. Incor­rectly setting the service interval display could cause problems to the vehicle.

Note

■

Information is retained in the Service Interval Display even after the vehicle bat-

tery 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. We recommend having this
work undertaken by a ŠKODA Partner.

■

For more information on the service intervals » service schedule, chapter serv­ice intervals.

Auto-check control

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 8.



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 12
or warning icons in the display » page 18.

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 Description





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 activate the hazard warning
light system » page 53. The warning triangle must be set up at the prescri­bed distance - observe the national legal provisions when doing so.

Warning lights





Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:



Clutches of the automatic gearbox too hot



Handbrake



Brake system



Front seat belt warning light

 

Power steering 14



Traction control system (TCS)



13
13
14
14



14

12

Using the system

 Traction control system (TCS) off 15

 Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

 Antilock brake system (ABS) 15
 Rear fog light



Exhaust inspection system 16

 Glow plug system (diesel engine)
 Engine performance check (petrol engine)
 Safety systems
 Tyre inflation pressure
 Brake pad thickness 17

  Lane following system (Lane Assist)

 

Turn signal system 17



Trailer turn signal lights



Fog lights 18



Cruise control system 18



Selector lever lock 18



Main beam

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.
The condition of some features and systems is shown by the warning icons on

the display » page 18.
The warning lights are at the following locations in the instrument cluster » Fig. 2

on page 8.

Revolutions counter

›

Speedometer

›

Bar with warning lights

›

1

3

5

15

16

16
16
16
17

17

17

18

WARNING

■

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.

■

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 53. The warning triangle must be set up at the prescri­bed distance - observe the national legal provisions when doing so.

■

The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. While working in
the engine compartment, be sure to observe the following warn­ings » page 193, Engine compartment.



Clutches of the automatic gearbox too hot

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 12.



The warning light  lights up if the temperature of the clutches of the automatic
gearbox is too high.

The following message is shown in the information cluster display.

Gearbox overheated. Stop! Owner's manual!



STOP VEHICLE GEARBOX OVERHEAT



Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and wait until the light  goes out – risk
of gearbox damage! You can continue your journey as soon as the light goes out.

 Handbrake

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 12.



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!



RELEASE HANDBRAKE









Instruments and warning lights

13

 Brake system

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 12.



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!



BRAKE FLUID PLEASE CHECK



Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the level of the brake flu­id » page 201 »

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 15,  Antilock brake system (ABS),  do not continue your jour-

ney! Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.

■

A fault to the braking system can increase the vehicle's braking distance -

risk of accident!



Front seat belt warning light

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 12.



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 162, Seat belts.

 

Power steering

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 12.



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

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 help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.

Further information » page 113.

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 a new engine start and a short ride the yellow
warning light  does not go out, seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.





Traction control system (TCS)

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 131.

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

Error: traction control



ASR ERROR



Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.

on page 12.







14

Using the system

If the warning light  comes on after starting the engine, the TCS may be switch­ed off for technical reasons. Switch the ignition off and on again. If the warning
light  does not light up after you switch the engine back on, the TCS is fully
functional again.

Further information » page 131 and » page 132, Traction Control System (TCS).

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
help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.



Traction control system (TCS) off

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 12.



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 132, Traction Control System (TCS).



Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 12.



A flashing warning light  shows that the ESC system is currently operating.
If the warning light  lights up, there is a fault in the ESC system.
The following message is shown in the information cluster display.

Error: stabilisation control (ESC)



ESC ERROR



Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.

If the warning light  comes on after starting the engine, the ESC system may be
switched off for technical reasons.

Switch the ignition off and on again.

›

If the warning light  does not light up after you switch the engine back on, the
ESC system is fully functional again.

Further information » page 131, Electronic Stability Control (ESC).

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
help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.



Antilock brake system (ABS)

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 12.



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 help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.
Further information » page 132, Antilock Braking System (ABS).

WARNING

■

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

■

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





Instruments and warning lights

15

 Rear fog light

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 12.



The warning light  comes on when the rear fog light is switched on.
Further information » page 52.

 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 help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.



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 help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.

on page 12.

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-

on page 12.

ings

 Engine performance check (petrol engine)

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 12.



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 help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.



Safety systems

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 12.





If the warning light  lights up, there is a fault in the airbag or pedestrian protec­tion system.

Airbag system

The following message is shown in the information cluster display.

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 173.

Passenger protection system



The following message is shown in the information cluster display.

Error: pedestrian protection



PEDESTRIAN PROTECTION ERROR



Further information » page 175.



in the display

   

in the middle of the dash





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WARNING

If there is a fault in the safety system, have it checked immediately by a
ŠKODA 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 12.



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 207.

An audible signal sounds as a warning signal.
If the warning light  flashes, there is a fault in the system.
Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.
Further information » page 210, 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
help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.



Brake pad thickness

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 12.



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 help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.

  Lane following system (Lane Assist)

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 12.





The warning lights   indicates the state of the Lane Assist system.
Further information » page 146.

  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 49, 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 152, Towing a trailer.



on page 12.

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 12.







Instruments and warning lights

17

 Fog lights

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 12.



The warning light  comes on when the fog lights are operating.
Further information » page 52.

 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 139.



Selector lever lock



If the warning light  lights up, operate the brake pedal.
Further information » page 121.



Main beam



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

Further information » page 49.

on page 12.

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 12.

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 12.

Warning icons in the display

 Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:



  Rear seat belt warning 19



Alternator 19
 Coolant
 Engine oil pressure
 Engine oil level



Bulb failure 20



Diesel particle filter (diesel engine) 21



Windscreen washer fluid level 21



Fuel reserve





Headlight assist 22

 

START-STOP system 22



Ice warning 22

The warning icons indicate the status of certain functions or faults.
The warning icons are indicated in the display of the instrument cluster » page 9.
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 sec­onds after switching on the ignition.

Depending on the meaning of the warning icon, the icon  or  will also light up
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 12.



Symbol





5

» Fig. 2 on page 8.

Description

Warning

Danger

19
20
20

21



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Using the system

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.

On vehicles with a colour information display » Fig. 3 on page 9 - , 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.

■

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 53. The warning triangle must be set up at the prescri­bed distance - observe the national legal provisions when doing so.

■

The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. While working in
the engine compartment, be sure to observe the following warn­ings » page 193, Engine compartment.

 

Rear seat belt warning

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 18.



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 162, Seat belts.

 Alternator

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 18.



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

Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.

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 18.



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 200.

›

If the coolant level is too low, add coolant to the reservoir » page 201.

›

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 233,
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 ŠKODA 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 10.
Continue your journey only after the warning icon  has disappeared.

›





Instruments and warning lights

19

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 18.



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 198, 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 ŠKODA specialist garage.



Engine oil level

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 18.



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 198.

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 198.

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 help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.

WARNING

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





Bulb failure

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 18.



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







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Diesel particle filter (diesel engine)

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 18.



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 reg-

ular basis.

If the warning icon  lights up, 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.

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

›

Vehicle speed at least 60 km/h.

›

Engine speed between 1800-2500 rpm.

›

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

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 help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.

, drive

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 in­creased 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 specialist garage will be able to tell you
which countries use only diesel fuel with high sulphur content.

Note

■

We encourage you to avoid constant short journeys. This will improve the com­bustion process of the soot particles in the diesel particulate filter.

■

If the engine is turned off during the filter cleaning process or shortly after­wards, 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 18.



If the windscreen washer fluid level is too low, the warning icon  comes on.
The following message is shown in the information cluster display.

Top up washer fluid!




WASHER FLUID PLEASE TOP UP

Top up with liquid » page 196.

 Fuel reserve

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 18.



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.







Instruments and warning lights

21

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 18.



The warning icon  is lit when the headlight assist is activated.
Further information » page 51, Headlight assist.

  START-STOP system

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings



The warning icons   indicate the state of the START-STOP system.
Further information » page 141.



Ice warning



The warning icon  draws your attention to the risk of ice.
Further information » page 23.

on page 18.

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 18.









22

Using the system

Information system

Driver information system

Introduction



This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Information on the display

Outside temperature 23
Recommended gear 23
Door, boot or bonnet warning 24
Eco tips 24
Information display 24

Information on the display

First read and observe the introductory information given on page 23.



The information system provides the driver with alerts and messages about indi­vidual vehicle systems. These alerts and messages appear in the display of the in­strument cluster 2 » Fig. 2 on page 8 (hereafter only in the display).

The information system provides the following information.

Outside temperature » page 23.

›

Recommended gear » page 23.

›

Door, boot lid and bonnet warning » page 24.

›

Eco tips » page 24.

›

Service interval display » page 11.

›

Auto Check Control » page 12.

›

Warning icons » page 18.

›

Driving data (multifunction display) » page 25.

›

Warning against excessive speeds » page 27.

›

Details of the information display » page 24.

›

Traffic sign recognition » page 149.

›

Fatigue detection » page 151.

›

Selector lever positions for an automatic gearbox » page 121.

›

Information and alerts in the Assist systems » page 131.

›

Outside temperature

First read and observe the introductory information given on page 23.



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.

23

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 rocker switch
page 26, the function shown last is indicated.



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 dis-

play that there is no ice on the road.

A

or the adjustment wheel D » Fig. 9 on

Recommended gear

Fig. 7

Recommended gear

First read and observe the introductory information given on page 23.



In order to minimise the fuel consumption, a recommendation for shifting into an­other gear is indicated in the display.



Information about the currently-selected gear is shown in the upper part of the
display » Fig. 7 - .





Information system

23

When the system determines that a change in gear is required, the arrow symbol
 and the recommended gear appear next to the current gear indication » Fig. 7 ­.

For instance, if    appears in this display, this means it is recommended that
you shift from 4th into 5th. gear.

WARNING

The driver is always responsible for selecting the correct gear in different driv­ing situations, such as overtaking.

Information display



Door, boot or bonnet warning

First read and observe the introductory information given on page 23.



If at least one door is open, or the boot or bonnet is open, the display indicates
the relevant open door or boot/bonnet.

An acoustic signal will also sound if you drive the vehicle above 6 km/h.

Eco tips

First read and observe the introductory information given on page 23.



To minimise fuel consumption, fuel economy tips can appear in the display.
Eco tips are indicated next to the letters ECO-TIP.
For instance, if the air-condition is on and a window is open, the following mes-

sage appears ECO TIP Air conditioning switched on: close windows.
Eco tips display must be activated in the Infotainment » operating instructions for

Infotainment, chapter Vehicle settings (CAR button).

24

Using the system

Fig. 8 Buttons (adjustment wheel) on the operating lever/multifunction
steering wheel

First read and observe the introductory information given on page 23.



The information display provides you with information on the current operating



state of your vehicle. The information display also provides you with data (de­pending on the equipment installed in the vehicle) relating to the Infotainment,
multi-functional indicator, etc.

Operating with the buttons on the operating lever

Activate the Main menu by pressing the rocker switch
Individual menu items can be selected by means of the rocker switch A. When

the pushbutton
played.

Operating the button/adjustment wheel on the multifunction steering wheel

Activate the Main menu by pressing the rocker switch C » Fig. 8 for longer.
The individual menus can be selected by pressing the adjustment wheel

selected menu is displayed after briefly pressing the adjustment wheel D.



By briefly pressing the C button you will reach one level higher.

Main menu points

The following information can be selected (depending on the equipment installed
on the vehicle).

■

Driving data » page 25

■

Assist systems » page 146

B

is briefly pressed, the information you have selected is dis-

A

» Fig. 8 for longer.

D

. The



■

Navigation » operating instructions for Infotainment, chapter Navigation sys­tem (NAV button)

■

Audio » operating instructions for Infotainment, chapter Media (MEDIA button)

■

Telephone » operating instructions for Infotainment, chapter Telephone
(PHONE button)

■

Vehicle » page 12, Auto-check control

Note

If warning messages are shown in the information display, these messages must
be confirmed with the button B on the operating lever or with the adjustment
wheel D on the multifunction steering wheel » Fig. 8 to call up the main menu.

Driving data (multifunction display)



Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Information overview 25

Select information
Memory
Warning against excessive speeds 27

The multifunction display only operates if 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.
Individual menu items can be shown or hidden » Bedienungsanleitung Infotain-

ment, chapter Setting vehicle systems (CAR button).

WARNING

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

26

Note

In certain countries the displays appear in the Imperial system of measures.

Information overview

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 25.



Range



The range indicates the distance you can still drive with your vehicle based on the
level of fuel in the tank and the same style of driving as before.

The display is shown in steps of 10 km. After lighting up of the warning icon  the
display is shown in steps of 5 km.

The fuel consumption over the last 50 km is used to calculate the range. The
range can increase if you drive in a more fuel-efficient manner.

Average fuel consumption

The average fuel consumption1) is calculated since the last time the memory was
erased » page 27.

If you wish to determine the average fuel consumption over a certain period of

27

time, you must set the memory at the start of the new measurement to
zero » Fig. 9 on page 26.

After erasing the memory, no fuel consumption data will appear for the first
100 m driven.

The fuel consumption data is updated regularly while you are driving.

Current fuel consumption

You can use this information to adapt your driving style to the desired fuel con­sumption1).

The display appears in litres/hour if the vehicle is stationary or driving at a low
speed2).





1)

To set the units for the fuel consumption display » Bedienungsanleitung Infotainment, chapter Unit
setup.

2)

On some models in certain countries, the display appears in --,- kilometres/litres if the vehicle is sta­tionary.

Information system

25

Oil temperature

If the engine oil temperature is in the range 80-110 °C, the engine operating tem­perature is reached.

If the temperature lies below 80 °C or above 110 °C, avoid high engine revs, full
throttle and high engine loads.

If the oil temperature is lower than 50 °C or if a fault in the system for checking
the oil temperature is present,  are displayed instead of the oil temperature.

Warning against excessive speeds

Set the speed limit, for example, for the maximum permissible speed in
town » page 27.

Traffic sign recognition

Up to three detected traffic signs can be indicated in the display with the follow­ing information.

Maximum permissible speed (including additional sign).

›

Overtaking prohibited.

›

Further information » page 149, Traffic sign recognition.

Current driving speed

The current speed is identical to the display on the speedometer
page 8.

Average speed

The average speed since the memory was last erased is shown in the display
in km/hour » page 27.

To determine the average speed over a certain period of time, set the memory to
zero at the start of the measurement » page 27.

After erasing the memory, no average speed data will appear for approx. the first
300 m driven.

The average speed data is updated regularly while you are driving.

Distance travelled

The distance driven since the memory was last erased appears in the display.
If you want to measure the distance travelled from a particular moment in time

on, at this moment, reset the memory by setting the button to zero » page 27.
The maximum distance indicated is 9999 km. The indicator is automatically set

back to zero if this period is exceeded.

3

» Fig. 2 on

Driving time

The driving time which has elapsed since the memory was last erased, appears in
the display.

If you want to measure the time travelled from a particular moment in time on, at
this moment, reset the memory by setting the button to zero » page 27.

The maximum distance indicated is 99 hours and 59 minutes. The indicator is set
back to zero if this period is exceeded.

Convenience consumers

The consumption display for the convenience consumers in l/h.
Together with the consumption display, a list of three convenience consumers

with the highest consumption is also displayed.

Select information

Buttons (adjustment wheel) on the operating lever/multifunction

Fig. 9

steering wheel

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings



Selecting using the operating lever

Briefly press the rocker switch A » Fig. 9 up or down.

›

Selecting using the multifunction steering wheel

Turn the adjustment wheel D » Fig. 9 upwards or downwards.

›

on page 25.





26

Using the system

Memory

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 25.



The multifunction display is equipped with three automatic memories.

Select memory

Press the button B or the adjustment wheel D» Fig. 9 on page 26 briefly.

›

Resetting

Select the desired memory.

›

Press longer on the button B or adjustment wheel D » Fig. 9 on page 26.

›

The following values of the selected memory are set to zero.

Average fuel consumption.

›

Distance driven.

›

Average speed.

›

Driving time

›

Since start

The 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.

If the trip is interrupted for more than 2 hours, the memory is automatically
erased.

Long-term

The memory gathers driving information from any number of individual journeys
up to a total of 99 hours and 59 minutes driving or 9999 kilometres driven.

The memory is deleted when either of these limits is reached and the calculation
starts all over again.

Since refuel

The memory gathers driving information since the last refuelling.
The memory is erased automatically the next time you fill up.

Note

Disconnecting the vehicle battery will delete all memory data.

Warning against excessive speeds

Fig. 10 Buttons (adjustment wheel) on the operating lever/multifunction

steering wheel

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 25.



Adjust the speed limit while the vehicle is stationary

With the button A » Fig. 10 or, if applicable, the adjustment wheel D, select

›

the menu item Warning against excessive speeds.

Pressing the button B or the adjustment wheel D activates the setup mode

›

for the speed limit.

Set the desired speed limit, e.g. 50 km/h, with the button A or, if applicable,

›

the adjustment wheel D.

Confirm the speed limit by pressing button B, or adjustment wheel D or wait

›

around 5 seconds. Your settings are saved automatically.
This allows you to set the speed in 5 km/h intervals.

Adjusting the speed limit while the vehicle is moving

With the button

›

the menu item Warning against excessive speeds.

Drive at the desired speed, e.g. 50 km/h.

›

Press the button B or the adjustment wheel D to accept the current speed as

›

the speed limit (the value flashes).
If you wish to change the set speed limit, it is changed in 5 km/h intervals (e.g. the

accepted speed of 47 km/h increases to 50 km/h or decreases to 45 km/h).

Press again the button B or the adjustment wheel D to confirm the speed lim-

›



it, or wait approx. 5 seconds and the setting is saved automatically (the value

stops flashing).

A

» Fig. 10 or, if applicable, the adjustment wheel D, select



Information system

27

Change or delete speed limit

With the button A » Fig. 10 or, if applicable, the adjustment wheel D, select

›

the menu item Warning against excessive speeds.
Pressing the button B or the adjustment wheel D deletes the speed limit.

›

Pressing the button B or the adjustment wheel D again activates change

›

mode for the speed limit.

If the pre-set speed is exceeded, an acoustic signal appears as a warning tone
and a warning message appears in the display, e.g.

Speed 50 exceeded.



SPEED TOO HIGH



The set speed limit value remains stored even after switching off the ignition. Af­ter a gap between driving exceeding 2 hours, the pre-set speed limit is deleted.



28

Using the system

Unlocking and opening

Unlocking and locking

Introduction



This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Vehicle key

Unlocking/locking with the key 30
Unlocking/locking with the remote control 31
Unlocking/locking – KESSY 31
Safe securing system 32
Individual settings 32
Locking/unlocking the vehicle from the inside
Child safety lock 34
Opening/closing a door

Your car is equipped with a central locking system.
The central locking system allows you to lock and unlock all doors, the fuel filler

flap and boot lid at the same time based on the current setting.
The safe securing system » page 32 is integrated in the central locking system.

Once the car is locked from the outside, the door locks are automatically blocked
by the safe securing system »

The following is true after unlocking.

The doors, the boot lid and the fuel filler flap are unlocked.

›

The switched on interior lights come on over the door contact.

›

The safe securing system is switched off.

›

The indicator light in the driver door stops flashing.

›

The anti-theft alarm system is deactivated.

›

The following is true after locking.

The doors, the boot lid and the fuel filler flap are locked.

›

The switched on interior lights go out over the door contact.

›

The safe securing system is switched on.

›

The warning light in the driver door begins flashing.

›

The anti-theft alarm system is activated.

›

.

30

33

34

Displaying an error

If the indicator light in the driver's door initially flashes quickly for around 2 sec­onds, and then lights up for 30 seconds without interruption before flashing
again slowly, you will need to seek the assistance of a ŠKODA specialist garage.

WARNING

■

If the car is locked and the safe securing system is activated, there must not
be any person in the car as it is then not possible to open either a door or a
window from the inside. The locked doors make it more difficult for rescuers
to get into the vehicle in an emergency – risk of death!

■

Locked doors prevent unwanted entry into the vehicle from outside, for ex­ample at road crossings. Locked doors do, however, make it more difficult for
rescuers to get into the vehicle in an emergency – risk of death!

Note

■

In the event of an accident in which the airbags are deployed, the locked doors

are automatically unlocked in order to enable rescuers to gain access to the vehi­cle.

■

Only the driver's door can be unlocked or locked using the key if the central

locking system fails » page 30. The other doors and the boot lid can be emer­gency locked or unlocked.

■

Emergency locking of the door » page 227.

■

Emergency unlocking of the luggage compartment lid » page 227.



Unlocking and opening

29

Vehicle key

CAUTION

■

Each key contains electronic components; therefore it must be protected

against moisture and severe shocks.

■

Keep the groove of the keys absolutely clean. Impurities (textile fibres, dust,
etc.) have a negative effect on the functionality of the locking cylinder and igni­tion lock.

■

The operation of the remote control may temporarily be affected by interfer­ence from transmitters close to the car and which operate in the same frequency
range (e.g. mobile phone, TV transmitter).

■

The battery must be replaced if the central locking or anti-theft alarm system
does react to the remote control at less than approx. 3 metres away » page 225.

Fig. 11 Key: without/with remote control

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings



Two keys are provided with the vehicle » Fig. 11.




The transmitter with the battery is housed in the handle of the remote control
key. The receiver is located in the interior of the vehicle. The operating range of
the remote control key is approx. 30 m. But this range of the remote control can
be reduced if the batteries are weak.

The remote control key has a fold-open key bit which can be used for unlocking
and locking the car manually and also for starting the engine.

The spare key must by initialised by a ŠKODA partner after the receiver unit is re­paired or replaced. Only then can the remote control key be used again.

on page 29.

Keys without remote control
Keys with remote control (remote control keys)

WARNING

■

Always withdraw the key whenever you leave the vehicle – even if it is only
for a short time. This is particularly important if children are left in the vehicle.
The children might otherwise start the engine or operate electrical equipment
(e.g. power windows) – risk of injury!

■

Do not withdraw the ignition key from the ignition lock until the vehicle has
come to a stop! The steering lock might otherwise engage unintentionally –
risk of accident!

30

Using the system

Note

Please contact a ŠKODA Partner if you lose a key as they can obtain a new one for
you.

Unlocking/locking with the key

Fig. 12

Turning the key for unlocking
and locking the vehicle

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings



Unlocking

Turn the key in the locking cylinder of the driver's door in the direction of arrow

›

A

» Fig. 12.

On vehicles with remote control, only the driver's door is unlocked.

Locking

Turn the key in the locking cylinder of the driver's door in the direction of arrow

›

B

» Fig. 12.

on page 29.





If at least one door has been opened, the vehicle cannot be locked.

Unlocking/locking with the remote control

Fig. 13

Remote control key

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings









A
B

Unlocking

The turn signal lights flash twice as confirmation that the vehicle has been un-

locked.

If you unlock the vehicle and do not open a door or the boot lid within the next

45 seconds, the vehicle will lock again automatically and the safelock system or

anti-theft alarm system will be switched on. This function is intended to prevent

the car being unlocked unintentionally.

The seat and mirror are adjusted after the vehicle is unlocked » page 66.

Locking

The turn signal lights flash once as confirmation that the vehicle has been locked.

If the doors or the luggage compartment lid remain open after the vehicle has

been locked, the turn signal lights do not flash until they have been closed.

The current position of the seat and mirror after the vehicle is locked » page 66.

on page 29.

Unlocking the vehicle
Locking the vehicle
Unlocking the boot lid
Folding out/folding up of the key bit
Warning light



Checking the battery condition

The battery is empty if the red warning icon B » Fig. 13 does not flash when you
press a button on the remote control key. Replace the battery » page 225.

WARNING

If the car is locked from the outside and the safelock system is switched on,
there must not be any person in the car as it is then not possible to open ei­ther a door or a window from the inside. The locked doors make it more diffi­cult for rescuers to get into the vehicle in an emergency – risk of death!

CAUTION

■

Only operate the remote control when the doors and luggage compartment lid

are closed and the vehicle is in your line of sight.

■

If the driver door is open, the vehicle cannot be locked using the remote control

key.

Unlocking/locking – KESSY

Fig. 14

KESSY: Name of the zones and unlocking/sensors in the handle of

the front door

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 29.



The KESSY system (Keyless Entry Start Exit System) enables unlocking and lock­ing of the vehicle without actively using the remote control key. The key must be
located at a maximum distance of about 1.5 m from the unlocking or locking
area » Fig. 14.





Unlocking and opening

31

Unlocking

Grab the door handle of the front door or cover the sensor 2 » Fig. 14 with the

›

whole palm of your hand » .

Locking

Touch the sensor 1 » Fig. 14 with your fingers.

›

On vehicles fitted with automatic gearbox, the selector lever must be moved into
the position P before unlocking.

Unlocking the boot lid

Press the handle of the boot lid » Fig. 19 on page 37.

›

Switching off the safelock system

Use your fingers to touch the sensor 1 twice within 2 seconds.

›

Unlocking or locking areas

A

Front door left

B

Front door right

C

Luggage compartment lid

If you cover the sensor
locking the vehicle, it is not unlocked.

If the vehicle is locked via the sensor 1, it will not be possible to unlock it again
in the following 2 seconds via the sensor 2 - prevents accidental unlocking.

The KESSY system can find the valid key, even if it was left in the front of the ve­hicle's roof for example
where the key is.

Always check to see whether the vehicle is locked.
Further information about the KESSY system » page 34.

2

at the same time as the sensor 1 » Fig. 14 when un-

D

» Fig. 14. It is therefore not always necessary to know

Safe securing system

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 29.



The door locks are blocked automatically if the vehicle is locked from the outside.
Afterwards, it is not possible to open the doors with the door handle either from
the inside or from the outside.

This fact is pointed out by the following message on the display of the instrument
cluster after switching out the ignition.

Check SAFELOCK! Owner's manual!



CHECK SAFELOCK



If the vehicle is locked and the safe securing system is switched off, the door can
be opened separately from the inside by a single pull on opening lever.

Switching off

The safelock can be switched off by locking twice within 2 seconds.

Switching on

The safelock switches on automatically the next time the vehicle is locked and
unlocked.

Switch-on display

The warning light flashes for around 2 seconds in quick succession, afterwards it
begins to flash evenly at longer intervals.

Switch-off display

The indicator light in the driver door flashes for about 2 seconds fast, goes out
and starts to flash at longer intervals after about 30 seconds.



CAUTION

■

Do not use gloves or other objects which might prevent direct contact between

the hand and the sensor.

■

After leaving the vehicle, it does not lock automatically, the procedure for lock-

ing the vehicle must therefore be observed.

■

If the battery in the key is weak or discharged, the vehicle may not be unlocked

or locked via the KESSY system. In this case, use the emergency unlocking or
emergency locking on the driver's door » page 227.

32

Using the system

Individual settings

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 29.



The following functions of the central locking system can be set individual­ly » owner's manual of Infotainment, chapter Setting vehicle systems (button
CAR).





Opening a single door

This function makes it possible to only unlock the driver's door. The other doors,

the fuel filler flap and the boot lid remain locked and are only unlocked after be-

ing opened again.

Unlocking a vehicle side door

This function enables you to unlock both doors on the driver's side. The other

doors, the fuel filler flap and the boot lid remain locked and are only unlocked af-

ter being opened again.

Unlocking the vehicle with the KESSY system

This function enables you to unlock all the doors, individual doors, both doors on

the left or right vehicle side. The other doors, the fuel filler flap and the boot lid

remain locked and are only unlocked after being opened again.

Automatic locking/unlocking

All doors are locked from a speed of around 15 km/h. The button in the handle of

the boot lid is deactivated.

If the ignition key is withdrawn, the car is then automatically unlocked again. In

addition, it is possible for the driver or front passenger to unlock the car by press-

ing the central locking button .

The vehicle doors can be unlocked and opened at any time by pulling once on the

door opening lever.

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 29.



If the vehicle was not locked from the outside, you can also unlock or lock it with
the button » Fig. 15 without the ignition switched on. While a door is opened, the
vehicle cannot be locked.

Locking

Press the button  » Fig. 15.

›

The symbol  in the button comes on.

Unlocking

Press the button  » Fig. 15.

›

The symbol  in the button is no longer illuminated.

The following applies if your vehicle has been locked using the central locking
button.

It is not possible to open the doors or the luggage compartment lid from the

›

outside (safety feature, e.g. when stopping at traffic lights etc.).
The doors can be unlocked and opened from the inside by a single pull on the

›

opening lever of the respective door.
In the event of an accident in which the airbags are deployed, the locked doors

›

are automatically unlocked from the inside in order to enable rescuers to gain



access to the vehicle.

Locking/unlocking the vehicle from the inside

Fig. 15

Central locking button

WARNING

■

Doors locked from the inside make it difficult for rescuers to get into the ve-

hicle in an emergency – danger to life!

■

Never leave children unattended in the vehicle.

Note

If the safelock system is switched on
central locking buttons do not operate.

» page 32, the door opening lever and the

Unlocking and opening



33

Child safety lock

Fig. 16

Child safety locks on the rear
doors

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 29.



The child safety lock prevents the rear door from being opened from the inside.
The door can only be opened from the outside.

You can switch the child safety lock on and off using the vehicle key.

Switching on

Turn the slot of the safety lock in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 16 (mirror-

›

inverted on the right doors).

Switching off

Turn the slot of the safety lock in the opposite direction to the arrow (mirror-

›

inverted on the right doors).

Opening/closing a door

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 29.



Opening from the outside

Unlock the vehicle and pull the handle on the door handle A » Fig. 17.

›

Opening from the inside

Pull the handle on the door opening lever B.

›

Closing from the inside

Grab the pull handle C and close the door.

›

WARNING

■

Make sure that the door has closed correctly as it can open suddenly while

driving – risk of death!

■

Only open and close the door when there is no one in the opening/closing

range – risk of injury!

■

An opened door can close automatically if there is a strong wind or the vehi-

cle is on an incline – risk of injury!

KESSY



Introduction



This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Information message 35

Parking vehicle





35

Fig. 17

Door handle/door opening lever: outside/inside

34

Using the system

Information message

First read and observe the introductory information given on page 34.



Key in the vehicle

The protection against inadvertently locking the key in the vehicle unlocks the

vehicle automatically if the following conditions are met.

The vehicle, including the boot lit, has been locked.



The key with which the vehicle has been locked remained in the vehicle in



the area

The turn signal lights flash four times as confirmation that the vehicle has been

unlocked again.

The following message is shown in the information cluster display.

Key in vehicle.





KEY IN VEHICLE

Additionally, on vehicles which are fitted with the anti-theft alarm system, an au-

dible signal sounds.

The system has not found a key

If the system has not found a key in the vehicle, the following message appears

in the display of the instrument cluster.

Key not found.



Key not detected. Owner's manual!



NO KEY



This can occur if the key is outside the vehicle, the battery in the key is dis-

charged, the key is defective or the electromagnetic field is strongly disturbed.

Fault in KESSY system

If there is a fault in the KESSY system, the following message will appear in the

display of the instrument cluster.

Keyless access system faulty.



KEYLESS ACCESS SYSTEM FAULTY



Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.

D

» Fig. 14 on page 31.

Low voltage of the key battery

If the voltage of the battery in the remote control key is too low, the following
message appears in the display of the instrument cluster.

Change the key battery!



KEY BATTERY PLEASE CHANGE



Parking vehicle

First read and observe the introductory information given on page 34.



If the vehicle is not unlocked within 60 or 90 seconds, the sensors in the handle
of the driver /front passenger's door is deactivated automatically » Fig. 14 on
page 31.

Activation after 60 hours

Unlock the driver's door using the sensor 2 » Fig. 14 on page 31.

›

Press the handle of the boot lid.

›

Unlock the vehicle using the symbol button  on the remote control key.

›

Unlocking the driver's door in an emergency » page 227.

›

Activation after 90 hours

Unlock the vehicle using the symbol button  on the remote control key.

›

Unlocking the driver's door in an emergency » page 227.

›

Anti-theft alarm system



Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Activating/deactivating 36

Interior monitor and towing protection 36

The anti-theft alarm system increases the level of protection against people
seeking to break into the vehicle. The system triggers audible and visual warning
signals if an attempt is made to break into the vehicle (hereafter referred to only
as alarm).







Unlocking and opening

35

An alarm is triggered when the following monitored areas of the vehicle have a
fault.

Bonnet.

›

Boot lid.

›

Doors.

›

Ignition lock.

›

Vehicle inclination » page 36.

›

Interior of car » page 36.

›

A drop in voltage of the on-board power supply.

›

Socket of the factory-fitted towing device » page 156, Driving with a trailer.

›

An alarm is immediately triggered if either of the two battery terminals is discon­nected while the anti-theft alarm system is activated.

The alarm is switched off by unlocking the vehicle or switching on the ignition.

CAUTION

Before leaving the car, it must be checked that all of the windows, doors and the
sliding/tilting roof are properly closed to ensure the full functionality of the anti­theft alarm system.

Note

The working life of the alarm siren is 5 years.

Activating/deactivating

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-

on page 35.

ings



Activating

The anti-theft alarm system is activated automatically approximately 30 seconds
after the vehicle is locked.

If you unlock the vehicle and do not open a door or the boot lid within the next
45 seconds, the vehicle will lock again automatically and the safelock system or
anti-theft alarm system will be switched on. This function is intended to prevent
the car being unlocked unintentionally.

Deactivating

The anti-theft alarm system is deactivated automatically after the vehicle is un­locked. If the vehicle is not opened within 45 seconds, the anti-theft alarm sys­tem is automatically activated again.

The alarm system is also deactivated if you unlock the driver door using the key
within 45 seconds of locking the vehicle.

Note

If the vehicle is unlocked by inserting the key into the driver door, the key must
be inserted into the ignition lock and the ignition switched on within 15 seconds
of unlocking the door to deactivate the alarm system. The alarm is triggered if
the ignition is not switched on within 15 seconds.

Interior monitor and towing protection

Fig. 18

Button for interior monitor and
towing protection



First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 35.



The interior monitor detects movements inside the car or the inclination of the
vehicle and then triggers the alarm.

Switching off

Switch off the ignition.

›

Open the driver door.

›

Press the symbol button  » Fig. 18 on the B-pillar on the driver's side. The

›

lighting of the symbol  in the button changes from red to orange.
Lock the vehicle within 30 seconds.

›

The interior monitor and the towing protection are activated automatically after
the vehicle is locked.

The anti-theft alarm system is activated when the vehicle is locked when the
safelock system is activated. The interior monitor is however not activated.





36

Using the system

Deactivate the interior monitor and the towing protection if there is a possibility

of the alarm being triggered by movements from (e.g. children or animals) within

the vehicle interior or if the vehicle has to be transported (e.g. by train or ship) or

towed.

CAUTION

■

The opened glasses storage compartment reduces the effectiveness of the in­terior monitor. To ensure the full functionality of the interior monitor, the glasses
storage compartment must always be closed before locking the vehicle.

■

The anti-theft alarm system is activated when the vehicle is locked even if the
safe securing system is deactivated. The interior monitor is however not activa­ted.

Luggage compartment lid



Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Opening/closing

Automatic locking

WARNING

■

Ensure that the lock is properly engaged after closing the luggage compart­ment lid. Otherwise, the boot lid might open suddenly when driving even if it
was locked – risk of accident!

■

Never drive with the luggage compartment lid fully opened or slightly ajar
otherwise exhaust gases may get into the interior of the vehicle – risk of poi­soning!

■

Do not press on the rear window when closing the luggage compartment lid,
it could crack – risk of injury!

CAUTION

If the vehicle was locked before the boot lid was closed, the lid is automatically
locked right away as soon as it is closed.

Note

The function of the handle above the licence plate is deactivated when starting
off or at a speed of 5 km/hour or more for vehicles with central locking. The func­tion is restored after the vehicle stops and the door is opened.

Opening/closing



Handle of boot lid

Fig. 19

37

38

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 37.



After unlocking, the boot lid can be opened with the handle above the number
plate.

Opening

Press the handle A » Fig. 19 and raise the lid in the direction of the arrow B.

›

Fig. 20

Handle in the inner panelling of
the boot lid





Unlocking and opening

37

Closing

Pull the lid down the handle C » Fig. 20 and close with a slight swing.

›

Automatic locking

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 37.



If the vehicle was locked before the boot lid was closed, the lid is automatically
locked right away as soon as it is closed.

The period after which the boot lid locks automatically can be extended by a
ŠKODA Partner.

Delayed locking

If the boot lid was locked with the symbol button  on the remote control key,
then it is possible to open the lid within a limited period of it being closed.

There is a risk of unwanted entry into the vehicle before the boot lid is locked au­tomatically. Always lock the vehicle using the symbol button  on the remote
control or with the key if no remote control is available » page 30.

The delayed locking can be disabled by a ŠKODA Partner.

Note

More detailed information is available from your authorised ŠKODA Partner.

Electric boot lid (Octavia Estate)



Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Operating description 39

Acoustic signals 40
Adjusting/deleting the top lid position 40
Malfunctions

Force limiter

The electric boot lid is fitted with a force limiter. If the lid hits an obstacle when
closing, it stops and an audible signal sounds.

40

If you rapidly enter the vehicle during the opening or closing process of the boot



lid, the whole vehicle may jerk and as a result the movement of the lid can be in­terrupted.

Manual operation

Manually opening and closing the lid is only possible in exceptional cases, and
must be completed slowly and without sudden movements as close to the centre
of the lid as possible.

Handling the sides of the lid can damage the electric lid.

WARNING

■

Ensure that the lock is properly engaged after closing the luggage compart­ment lid. Otherwise, the boot lid might open suddenly when driving even if it
was locked – risk of accident!

■

Never drive with the luggage compartment lid fully opened or slightly ajar
otherwise exhaust gases may get into the interior of the vehicle – risk of poi­soning!

CAUTION

■

The movement of the lid can be stopped by applying an abrupt and quick force

against the lid.

■

Do not try to close the lid manually during the electrical closing process. Dam-

age can occur to the system of the electric boot lid.



■

If the lid is closed manually, it must be ensured that when moving the lid into

the lock, pressure is applied to the centre edge of the lid above the ŠKODA logo.

CAUTION

■

Before opening or closing the lid, check if there are any objects in the opening

or closing range which could obstruct the movement (e.g. a load on the roof rack
or on the trailer, etc.) – risk of causing damage to the lid!

■

Ensure that there is at least 10 cm of clearance above the opened lid (e.g. dis-

tance from the garage ceiling). Otherwise, it may happen that the clearance
above the opened lid is no longer sufficient after relieving the vehicle of a load
(e.g. after unloading) – risk of causing damage to the lid.

■

In certain circumstances, if the lid is loaded (e.g by a thick layer of snow), the

opening process of the lid can be interrupted. Remove the load on the lid to re­enable the electrical operation.

■

If the lid closes automatically (e.g. under load of snow), you will hear an inter-

mittent beep.

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Using the system

Note

If necessary, we recommend that you contact a ŠKODA Partner.

Operating description

Fig. 21 Lid operation

Fig. 22

Lid operation/operating areas

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings



Control elements

The lid can be operated with the following control elements.

With the symbol button  on the remote control key (press for about 1 s).

›

With the handle

›

With the button

›

With the button C in the centre console » Fig. 22.

›

on page 38.

A

on the outer part of the lid » Fig. 21.

B

on the inner part of the lid » Fig. 21.

Operating areas

The system distinguishes 3 operating areas where the function of the individual



operating elements changes » Fig. 22. The end positions of the lid - fully closed in

the secured lock and fully opened - differ as well.

The range of the area 3 changes proportionally, depending on the setting of the

top position of the lid » page 40.

If the lid is set in the uppermost position in the area 2, the area 3 is not active.

The range of the area 2 changes proportionally, depending on the setting of the

top position of the lid.

Symbol explanation in the operating description

Feasible action



Non-feasible action



Movement in the opposite direction to the previous movement



Lid operation with the handle

Action

Opening
Stop
Closing

The operation of the lid using the handle A is only possible when the vehicle is

unlocked.

Lid operation with the button

Action

Opening
Stop
Closing

Operating the lid with the button B is only possible when the lid is open.

Closed

lid

    
    
    

Closed

lid

    
    
    

A

Area

1 2 3

B

Area

1 2 3

Open

lid

Open

lid



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39

Lid operation with the symbol button  on the remote control key and the

C

button

Action

Opening
Stop
Closing

When the ignition is switched on, the operation of the lid does not function using
the remote control key.

Operating the lid with the button C does not work if the vehicle was locked from
the outside.

Operating the lid with the symbol button  on the remote control key and the

C

button

Closed

lid

    
    
    

does not work when a trailer is coupled to the vehicle.

1 2 3

Area

Open

lid

Acoustic signals

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 38.



The acoustic signals serve as a safety function and provide information about the
success of a performed action.

Signals Status

Opening (with the button  on the remote control key

Interrupted tone

1 continuous tone Force limiter
3 rising tones Confirmation of the storage of the lid position
3 identical tones fault

or with the button C » Fig. 22 on page 39)

Automatic closing of the lid » page 38, in section In-

troduction

Adjusting/deleting the top lid position

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 38.



Adjusting

Stop the lid in the desired position (electrically or manually).

›

Press and hold the button B » Fig. 21 on page 39 for longer than 3 seconds.

›

Storing the new position is confirmed with an audible signal.

Delete

Carefully lift up the lid manually to the maximum opening position.

›

Press and hold the button B » Fig. 21 on page 39 for longer than 3 seconds.

›

An audible signal sounds and the height which was originally set is deleted from



the memory, while the basic position of the top lid position is again set.

The top lid position is adjusted, for example, in the following situations.

When the space for opening the lid is limited (e.g. garage height).

›

For a more convenient operation, such as by a person's height.

›

The top position which is reached when the lid opens automatically, is always
lower than the maximum top position which can be reached when the lid is
opened manually.

The lid always opens to the height which was last stored.

Malfunctions

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings



If the battery is disconnected and reconnected while the lid is open, it is necessa­ry to activate the system of the electric boot lid. Activation means closing the lid
by hand. Thus, the end position of the lid is stored under fully closed in secured
lock.



on page 38.





40

Using the system

Examples of operational malfunctions

Description of the malfunc­tion

The lid cannot be lifted out of
the lock

The lid does not react to an
opening signal

The lid remains in the top po­sition

Possible solutions

Emergency unlocking of the lid » page 227

Remove any obstacle (e.g. snow), open the lid
again » page 39

Press the handle A and pull the lid upwards

Manual closing of the lid

Electrical power windows



Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Opening/closing the window from the driver seat

Opening the windows in the front passenger door and in the rear doors
Force limiter 43
Window convenience operation
Operational faults

The electrical power windows can only be operated when the ignition is switched
on.

After switching the ignition off, it is still possible to open or close the windows for
approx. 10 minutes. The electrical power windows are only switched off com­pletely once the driver's door or front passenger door are opened.

When driving always use the existing heating, air conditioning and ventilation
system for ventilating the interior of the vehicle. If the windows are opened, dust
as well as other dirt can get into the vehicle and in addition the wind noise is
more at certain speeds.

42
42

43
43

WARNING

■

Ensure that no persons are still left in the vehicle when locking the vehicle.
In an emergency, the windows will no longer be able to be opened from the
inside.

■

The system is fitted with a force limiter » page 43. If there is an obstacle,
the closing process is stopped and the window goes down by several centi­metres. The windows should nevertheless be closed carefully – risk of injury!

■

It is recommended to deactivate the electrical power windows in the rear
doors (safety pushbutton) S » Fig. 23 on page 42 when children are being
transported on the rear seats.



CAUTION

■

Keep the windows clean to ensure the correct functionality of the electric win-

dows.

■

In the event that the windows are frozen, first of all eliminate the

ice » page 185, De-icing windows and exterior mirrors and only then operate the
electrical power windows. Otherwise, the window sealing and the electrical pow­er window mechanism could be damaged.

■

In the winter, ice accumulating on the surface of the window may cause there

to be more resistance when closing the window. The window will stop and move
back several centimetres.

■

It is necessary to deactivate the force limiter to close the window » page 43.

■

When leaving the locked vehicle make sure that the windows are closed at all

times.

For the sake of the environment

At high speeds, you should keep the windows closed to prevent unnecessarily
high fuel consumption.

Note

The window lift system is equipped with protection against overheating. Repea­ted opening and closing of the window can cause this mechanism to overheat. If
this happens, it will not be possible to operate the window for a short time. You
will be able to operate the window again as soon as the overheating protection
has cooled down.



Unlocking and opening

41

Opening/closing the window from the driver seat

If the buttons for the rear doors are deactivated, the warning light  in the safe­ty switch S lights up.



Fig. 23

Buttons on the driver's door

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 41.



Opening

A window is opened by pressing lightly on the respective button. The opening

›

process stops when one releases the button.

The window fully opens automatically by briefly pressing the button as far as the
stop. Renewed pressing of the button causes the window to stop immediately.

Closing

The window is closed through pulling lightly on the respective upper edge of

›

the button. The closing process stops when one releases the button.

The window fully closes automatically by briefly pulling the button as far as the
stop. Renewed pulling of the button causes the window to stop immediately.

Buttons for the electrical power windows » Fig. 23.

A

Button for electrical power window of the driver's door

B

Button for electrical power window of the front passenger door

C

Button for electrical power window of the rear right door

D

Button for electrical power window of the rear left door

S

Safety pushbutton

Safety pushbutton

The buttons for electrical power windows in the rear doors can be deactivated by
pressing the safety pushbutton
windows in the rear doors are activated again by pressing the safety pushbutton

S

again.

S

» Fig. 23. The buttons for the electrical power

Opening the windows in the front passenger door and in the
rear doors

Fig. 24

Button arrangement in the front
passenger door

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 41.



There is a button in the front passenger door and in the rear doors for that win­dow.

Opening

Lightly press the appropriate button down and hold it until the window has

›

moved into the desired position.

The window can be completely opened automatically by briefly pressing the but­ton down as far as the stop. Renewed pressing of the button causes the window
to stop immediately.

Closing

Lightly press the appropriate button

›

into the desired position.

The window can be completely closed automatically by briefly pressing the but­ton up as far as the stop. Renewed pressing of the button causes the window to
stop immediately.

up and hold it until the window has moved



42

Using the system

Force limiter

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 41.



The electrical power window system is fitted with a force limiter. It reduces the
risk of bruises or injuries when closing the windows.

If there is an obstacle, the closing process is stopped and the window goes down
by several centimetres.

If the obstacle prevents the window from being closed during the next 10 sec­onds, the closing process is interrupted once again and the window goes down by
several centimetres.

If you attempt to close the window again within 10 seconds of the window being
moved down for the second time, even though the obstacle was not yet been re­moved, the closing process is only stopped. During this time it is not possible to
automatically close the window. The force limiter is still switched on.

The force limiter is only switched off if you attempt to close the window again
within the next 10 seconds - the window will now close with full force!

If you wait longer than 10 seconds, the force limiter is switched on again.

Window convenience operation

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 41.



Convenience opening/closing of all windows can be operated by locking/unlock­ing the vehicle as follows.

Settings the window convenience operation» Infotainment owner's manual,
chapter Setting vehicle systems (button CAR).

The prerequisite for ensuring that the convenience operating feature correctly is
the automatic opening/closing of all windows is operational.

Opening

Press and hold the symbol button  on the remote control key.

›

Hold the key in the driver's lock in the unlock position.

›

1)

Hold the button

›

Closing

Press and hold the symbol button  on the remote control key.

›

Hold the key in the driver's lock in the lock position.

›

Hold the button

›

In the KESSY system, hold a finger on the sensor 1 » Fig. 14 on page 31.

›

You can interrupt the opening or closing process for the windows immediately by
releasing the key or the the button A and interrupting the locking/unlocking.

The convenience opening of the windows by means of the key in the driver's/
front passenger's lock is only possible within 45 seconds of deactivating or acti­vating the alarm system.

A

in the opening position » Fig. 23 on page 42.

1)

A

in the closing position » Fig. 23 on page 42.

Operational faults

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings



The automatic power windows do not work if the vehicle battery was disconnec­ted and connected while a window is open. The system must be activated.



Proceed as follows in order to re-establish the function:

Switch on the ignition.

›

Pull the top edge of the button and close the window.

›

Release the button.

›

Pull the relevant button upwards again for approx. 3 seconds, and keep it press-

›

ed down.

on page 41.

Panoramic sliding/tilting roof (Octavia)



Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Operation

Convenience operation of Sliding/tilting roof

44
44







1)

Convenience opening and closing the windows with the button A is possible immediately after un­locking the vehicle or turning off the ignition and opening the driver's or front passenger's door.

Unlocking and opening

43

The panoramic sliding/tilting roof (abbreviated in the following as 'sliding/tilting
roof') can only be operated when the ignition is turned on and when the outdoor
temperature is higher than -20 °C.

The sliding/tilting roof can still be operated for approx. 10 minutes after switching
the ignition off. However, as soon as the driver or front passenger's door is
opened it is no longer possible to operate the sliding/tilting roof.

CAUTION

■

Always close the sliding/tilting roof before disconnecting the battery.

■

If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, it is possible that the
sliding/tilting roof does not operate correctly. Next, move the rotary switch into
position A » Fig. 25 on page 44, pull it, and hold onto the recess downwards
and forwards tightly. The sliding/tilting roof opens and closes again after around
10 seconds. Do not release the control dial until it has done so.

Operation

Fig. 25

Control dial for the sliding/tilting
roof

Open fully

Turn the switch to position B and hold it in this position (spring-tensioned po-

›

sition).

Tilting roof

Turn the switch to position A.

›

Press the switch in the region of the lug E towards the roof.

›

Closing

Turn the switch to position A » Fig. 25.

›

Press the switch on the recess Edown and then pull it forwards.

›

Force limiter

The sliding/tilting roof is fitted with a force limiter. The sliding/tilting roof stops
and moves back several centimetres when it cannot be closed because there is
something in the way (e.g. ice). The sliding/tilting roof can be fully closed without



a force limiter by pressing the switch on the recess down and then pushing it for­ward until the sliding/tilting roof is fully closed »

.

WARNING

When closing the sliding/tilting roof proceed with caution to avoid causing
crushing injuries – risk of injury!

CAUTION

During the winter it may be necessary to remove any ice and snow in the vicinity
of the sliding/tilting roof before opening it to prevent any damage to the opening
mechanism.



First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings



Comfort position

Turn the switch to position C » Fig. 25.

›

When the sliding/tilting roof is in the comfort position, the intensity of the wind
noise is reduced.

Open partially

Turn the switch to a position in area D.

›

44

on page 43.

Using the system

Convenience operation of Sliding/tilting roof

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 43.



The sliding/tilting roof can be operated by locking/unlocking using the key or us­ing the KESSY system with the aid of the sensor

Closing

The sliding/tilting roof can be closed as follows:

Press and hold the symbol button  on the remote control key.

›

Hold the key in the driver's lock in the lock position.

›

In the KESSY system, hold a finger on the sensor 1 » Fig. 14 on page 31.

›

1

» Fig. 14 on page 31.



By releasing the lock or lifting your finger off the sensor 1 when using the KESSY
system, the closing process is immediately interrupted.

Tilting roof

Press and hold the symbol button  on the remote control key.

›

WARNING

Close the sliding/tilting roof carefully – risk of injury! The force limiter does not
operate with the convenience closing.

Note

■

The sliding/tilting roof cannot be opened using the convenience operating fea-

ture.

■

We recommend, in the event of a failure of the sliding/tilting roof, to visit a

ŠKODA Partner.

Panoramic sliding/tilting roof (Octavia Estate)



Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Operation 45

Opening/closing the sun screen
Convenience operation of Sliding/tilting roof 46

The panoramic sliding/tilting roof (abbreviated in the following as 'sliding/tilting
roof') can only be operated when the ignition is turned on and when the outdoor
temperature is higher than -20 °C.

The sliding/tilting roof can still be operated for approx. 10 minutes after switching
the ignition off. However, as soon as the driver or front passenger's door is
opened it is no longer possible to operate the sliding/tilting roof.

46

CAUTION

■

Always close the sliding/tilting roof before disconnecting the battery.

■

If, for example, the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, it is possi­ble that the sliding/tilting roof does not operate correctly. Next, move the rotary
switch into position A » Fig. 26 on page 45, pull it, and hold onto the recess
downwards and forwards tightly. The sliding/tilting roof opens and closes again
after around 10 seconds. Do not release the control dial until it has done so.

■

If, for example, the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, it is possi­ble that the sun screen does not operate correctly. Then turn the switch to posi­tion A » Fig. 26 on page 45 and press and hold the button G » Fig. 27 on
page 46. The sun screen opens and closes again after around 10 seconds. Do
not release the control dial until it has done so.

Operation



Fig. 26

Control dial for the sliding/tilting
roof

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 45.



Comfort position

Turn the switch to position C » Fig. 26.

›

When the sliding/tilting roof is in the comfort position, the intensity of the wind
noise is reduced.

Open partially

Turn the switch to a position in area D.

›

Open fully

Turn the switch to position B and hold it in this position (spring-tensioned po-

›

sition).





Unlocking and opening

45

Tilting roof

Turn the switch to position A.

›

Press the switch in the region E towards the roof.

›

Closing

Turn the switch to position A » Fig. 26.

›

Press the switch on the recess Edown and then pull it forwards.

›

Force limiter

The sliding/tilting roof is fitted with a force limiter. The sliding/tilting roof stops
and moves back several centimetres when it cannot be closed because there is
something in the way (e.g. ice). The sliding/tilting roof can be fully closed without
a force limiter by pressing the switch on the recess down and then pushing it for­ward until the sliding/tilting roof is fully closed »

.

WARNING

When closing the sliding/tilting roof proceed with caution to avoid causing
crushing injuries – risk of injury!

CAUTION

During the winter it may be necessary to remove any ice and snow in the vicinity
of the sliding/tilting roof before opening it to prevent any damage to the opening
mechanism.

Opening/closing the sun screen

Fig. 27

Buttons for sun screen

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings



The sun screen can be closed or opened using the buttons » Fig. 27.

on page 45.

Opening

Briefly press the button F » Fig. 27 to open fully.

›

Press and hold the button F to open to the desired position.

›

The opening process stops when one releases the button.

Closing

Briefly press the button G » Fig. 27 to close fully.

›

Press and hold the button F to close in the desired position.

›

The closing process stops when one releases the button.

Convenience operation of Sliding/tilting roof

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 45.



The sliding/tilting roof can be operated by locking/unlocking using the key or us­ing the KESSY system with the aid of the sensor 1 » Fig. 14 on page 31.

Closing

Press and hold the symbol button  on the key or hold the key in the locking

›

cylinder of the driver's door in the lock position, or with the KESSY system, keep
your finger on the sensor 1 » Fig. 14 on page 31 » .



By releasing the lock or lifting your finger off the sensor 1 when using the KESSY
system, the closing process is immediately interrupted.

Tilting roof

Press and hold the symbol button  on the remote control key.

›

WARNING

Close the sliding/tilting roof carefully – risk of injury! The force limiter does not
operate with the convenience closing.

Note

■

The sliding/tilting roof cannot be opened using the convenience operating fea-

ture.

■

We recommend, in the event of a failure of the sliding/tilting roof, to visit a

ŠKODA Partner.





46

Using the system

Lights and visibility

Lights

Introduction



This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Side lights and low beam

Daytime running lights (DAY LIGHT) 48
Turn signal and main beam 49
Automatic driving lamp control 49
Adaptive headlights (AFS) 50
Headlight assist 51
Fog lights
Fog lights with the CORNER function 52
Rear fog light
COMING HOME/LEAVING HOME
Hazard warning light system 53
Parking light

The lights work only with the ignition on, unless otherwise stated.
On models fitted with right-hand steering the position of certain switches differs

from that shown in » Fig. 28 on page 48. The symbols which mark the switch
positions are identical.

The low beam continues to shine while the ignition is switched on and the light
switch is in the position  or
is switched off automatically and only the side lights come on. The side light goes
out after the ignition key is removed.

Keep the headlights lenses clean. The following guidelines must be ob­served » page 185, Headlight lenses.



. After switching off the ignition, the low beam

48

54

WARNING

■

The activation of the lights should only be undertaken in accordance with

national legal requirements.

■

The driver is always responsible for the correct settings and use of the

lights.

■

The automatic driving lamp control  only operates as a support and does
not release the driver from his responsibility to check the light and, if necessa­ry, to switch on the light depending on the given light conditions. The light
sensor cannot, for example, detect rain or snow. Under these conditions we
recommend switching on the low beam or fog lights!

Note

■

If there is a fault in the light switch, the low beam comes on automatically.

■

The headlights may mist up temporarily. When the driving lights are switched

on, the light outlet surfaces are free from mist after a short period, although the

52

headlight lenses may still be misted up in the peripheral areas. This mist has no
influence on the life of the lighting system.

52

■

53

The instruments are also illuminated when the side light, low or high beam light

is switched on. The brightness of the instrument lighting can be activated/deacti­vated in the Infotainment » operating instructions for Infotainment, chapter Set-
ting vehicle systems (CAR button).



Lights and visibility

47

Side lights and low beam

Fig. 28

Light switch and control dial for
the headlight beam range regu­lation

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 47.



The light switch also controls the fog lights » page 52, the rear fog
light » page 52 and the parking light » page 54.

The light switch A or the control dial B is used to operate the following func­tions » Fig. 28.

Switching on the parking light or parking lights on both sides.



Switching on the low beam.



0

Switching off lights (except daytime running lights).
Headlight beam adjustment.



The positions of the width of illumination correspond approximately to the fol­lowing car load.

-

Front seats occupied, luggage compartment empty.

1

All seats occupied, luggage compartment empty.

2

All seats occupied, luggage compartment loaded.

3

Driver seat occupied, luggage compartment loaded.

WARNING

Always adjust the headlight beam to satisfy the following conditions.

■

The vehicle does not dazzle other road users, especially oncoming vehicles.

■

The beam range is sufficient for safe driving.

Note

■

The Bi-Xenon bulbs adapt automatically to the load and driving state of the ve­hicle when the ignition is switched on and when driving. Vehicles that are equip­ped with Bi-Xenon headlights do not have a manual headlight range adjustment
control.

■

We recommend you adjust the headlight beam when the low beam is switched
on.

Daytime running lights (DAY LIGHT)

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-

on page 47.

ings



The daytime running lights function provides the lighting of the front of the vehi­cle.

Activating/deactivating daytime running lights on vehicles with Infotainment

The daytime running light can be activated/deactivated in the Infotainment » op­erating instructions for Infotainment, chapter Setting vehicle systems (CAR but­ton).

Deactivating daytime running lights on vehicles without Infotainment

Pull the turn signal and main beam lever to the steering wheel and push down-

›

wards » Fig. 29 on page 49.

At the same time switch on the ignition and hold the lever down in this position

›

for at least 3 seconds.

Activating daytime running lights on vehicles without Infotainment

Pull the turn signal and main beam lever to the steering wheel and push up-

›

wards » Fig. 29 on page 49.

At the same time switch on the ignition and hold the lever down in this position

›

for at least 3 seconds.

The daytime running lights are switched on automatically if the following condi­tions are met:

The ignition is switched on.



The light switch is in the position 0 or





» Fig. 30 on page 49.

Note

When the daytime running light is switched on, the side lights (neither at the
front or rear) and the number plate lights are not lit.





48

Using the system

Turn signal and main beam

Fig. 29

Operating lever: Turn signal and
main beam operation

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 47.



The parking light » page 54 and headlight flasher are also operated with the op­erating lever.

The following functions can be operated with the operating lever » Fig. 29.

A

Right turn signal on.

B

Left turn signal on.

C

High beam on (spring-tensioned position).

D

Main beam off or headlight flasher ON (spring-tensioned position).

If you only wish to flash three times (convenience turn signal), briefly push the
lever to the pressure point

The convenience turn signal can be activated/deactivated in the Infotain­ment » operating instructions for Infotainment, chapter Setting vehicle systems
(CAR button).

The main beam can be switched on when the low beam lights are on.
On vehicles with Headlight assist, when the lever is put into position

sistant is activated » page 51.

A

or where applicable B and release again.

C

, the As-

WARNING

Only use the main beam or the headlight flasher if other road users will not be
dazzled.

Note

■

The turn signal light switches itself off automatically when driving around a

curve or after making a turn.

■

The warning light flashes at twice its normal rate if a bulb for the turn signal

light fails.

Automatic driving lamp control

Fig. 30

Light switch

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 47.



If the light switch is in position
number plate light are switched on/off automatically.

The light is regulated based on data gathered by the light sensor attached be­tween the windscreen and the interior mirror.

The sensitivity of the light sensor can be activated/deactivated in the Infotain­ment » operating instructions for Infotainment, chapter Setting vehicle systems
(CAR button).

If the light switch is in position
switch. If the light is switched on automatically, the symbol  next to the light
switch also lights up.

Automatic headlight control in rain

If the light switch is in position
tion 2 or 3) is switched on for longer than 30 seconds » page 59, the side lights
and low beam will switch on automatically.

The light switches off when automatic wiping/wiping (position 2 or 3) is not
switched on for longer than approx. 4 seconds.



» Fig. 30, the side lights and low beam and



, the symbol



and if automatic wiping in rain or wiping (posi-



lights up next to the light





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49

The automatic headlight control in rain can be activated/deactivated in the Info­tainment » operating instructions for Infotainment, chapter Setting vehicle sys-
tems (CAR button).

CAUTION

Do not affix any stickers or similar objects in front of the light sensor on the wind­screen, so that its functionality is not impaired or disabled.

Adaptive headlights (AFS)

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 47.



The AFS system works in tandem with automatic driving lamp control
read the following » page 49.

The AFS system makes sure the street remains lit up depending on the traffic and
weather situation.

The system automatically adjusts the cone of light in front of the vehicle based
on the vehicle speed, whether the windscreen wipers are in use, the rear fog
lights, and data from Infotainment Navigation.

The AFS system can work only if the following condition is met.

The light switch is in the position



The AHL system operates in the following modes.

Out of town mode

The cone of light in front of the vehicle is similar to the low beam. The mode is
active if none of the following modes are active.

City mode

The cone of light in front of the vehicle is adjusted so that it illuminates the adja­cent pavement, crossings, etc. The mode is active at speeds of 15-50 km/h.

Motorway mode

The cone of light in front of the vehicle is adjusted so that the driver can respond
in time to an obstruction or other hazard in time. The mode is active at speeds
above 110 km/h.

Rain mode

The cone of light in front of the vehicle is adjusted so that the driver can reduce
the glare from oncoming vehicles in rain.



.



, please

The mode is active at speeds of 50 – 90 km/h and if the windscreen wipers con­tinuously operate for a period of time longer than 2 minutes. The mode is deacti­vated when the windscreen wipers are switched off for longer than 8 minutes.

Fog mode

The cone of light in front of the vehicle is adjusted so that the driver is not daz­zled by the reflection of the cone of light by fog in front of the vehicle.



The mode is active at speeds of 15 – 70 km/h and if the rear fog light is switched
on for a period of time longer than 10 seconds. The mode is deactivated when the
rear fig light is switched off for longer than 5 seconds.

Dynamic cornering lights

The cone of light in front of the vehicle is adjusted to the steering angle so that
the road in the curve is illuminated. This function is active at speeds greater than
10 km.h and in all AFS modes.

Tourist light

This mode makes it possible to drive in countries with opposing traffic system
(driving on the left/right) without dazzling the oncoming vehicles.

When the “tourist light” mode is active, the above-mentioned modes and the side
swivel of the headlights is deactivated.

The "Tourist light" mode can be configured in the Infotainment » operating in-
structions for Infotainment, chapter Setting vehicle systems (CAR button).

WARNING

If the AFS system is defective, the headlights are automatically lowered to the

emergency position, which prevents a possible dazzling of oncoming traffic.

This reduces the cone of light in front of the vehicle. Drive carefully and visit a

ŠKODA specialist garage as soon as possible.

Note

■

When the “tourist light” mode is active, the warning icon  flashes for about 10
seconds each time the ignition is switched on.

■

If the Eco driving mode is selected, the AFS system is deactivated » page 143.



50

Using the system

Headlight assist

Fig. 31

Operating lever: Headlight assist

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 47.



The Headlight assist switches the headlights on/off automatically depending on
the environmental conditions.

The headlight is regulated based on data gathered by the camera attached be­tween the windscreen and interior mirror.

The function of Headlight assist can be activated/deactivated in the Infotain­ment » operating instructions for Infotainment, chapter Setting vehicle systems
(CAR button).

The headlight can switch off automatically at speeds above 60 km/h. The head­light switches off automatically when the speed falls below 30 km/h.

When the assistant automatically switches on the main beam, warning light  is
lit in the instrument cluster.

Activating

Turn the light switch into position

›

Place the lever in position A (spring-tensioned position) » Fig. 31.

›

The warning icon  for the activated headlight assist appears in the display of
the instrument cluster.

Deactivating

If the headlight is currently switched on automatically, move the lever into posi-

›

tion B (spring-tensioned position) » Fig. 31.
If the headlight is not currently switched on automatically, move the lever into

›

position A (the headlight switches on) followed by position B.

If you want to reactivate the Assist, put the lever back into position



» Fig. 30 on page 49.

A

.

The Assist can also be deactivated when the light switch is turned from position
 to another position.

Manually switching on the headlights

If the headlight is not switched on automatically, it can be switched on manually ­put the lever into position
goes out.

Manually switching off the headlights

If the headlight is switched on automatically, it can be switched off manually - put
the lever into position
out.

Information message

The messages and information are indicated in the instrument cluster display.

Error: Light Assist



LIGHT ASSIST FAULT



Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.

Light Assist: clean the windscreen!



WINDSCREEN PLEASE CLEAN



Check for any obstacles on the windscreen in the viewing area of the camera.

A

. The assistant is deactivated, the warning icon 

B

. The assistant is deactivated, the warning icon  goes

WARNING

Headlight assist only functions as a support and does not relieve the driver of
his responsibility to check the headlights and light beam and, if necessary, to
switch on the lights depending on the light conditions. Manual operation may
be required in the following situations.

■

Poor visibility conditions, e.g. fog, heavy rain, thick snowfall.

■

The oncoming traffic is partially blocked on roads or motorways.

■

Passing poorly lit road users, e.g. cyclists.

■

Driving around sharp curves.

■

Driving on sharp slopes up/down.

■

Driving through poorly-lit locations.

■

Driving over highly reflective surfaces.

■

The windscreen around the camera is dirty, iced up, misted up, or covered by

stickers.

■

An external navigation device is attached to the windscreen.



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51

CAUTION

■

Do not attach any stickers or similar objects to the windscreen to avoid impair-

ing the functions of the Assist system.

Fog lights

Fig. 32

Light switch

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings



Switching on/off

Turn the light switch to position

›

Pull the light switch to position 1.

›

The rear fog light is switched off in the reverse order.

The warning light  lights up in the instrument cluster when the fog lights are
switched on » page 12.

on page 47.

, 

or  » Fig. 32.

Fog lights with the CORNER function

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 47.



The CORNER function is designed to improve the illumination of the surrounding
area near the vehicle when turning, parking, etc.

The CORNER function is switched on automatically if the following conditions are
met:

The turn signal is switched on or the front wheels are turned sharply to the





right or left1).
The vehicle is stopped or moves at a speed of no more than 40 km/h.



The engine is running.



The daytime running lights are not switched on.



The low beam is switched on or the light switch is in the position  and the



low beam is switched on.
The fog lights are not switched on.



Note

The two fog lights are switched on when you shift into the reverse gear.

Rear fog light

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-

on page 47.

ings



Switching on/off

Turn the light switch into position

›

Pull the light switch to position 2.

›

The rear fog light is switched off in the reverse order.

If the vehicle is not fitted with fog lights, the rear fog light is switched on by pull-



ing out the light switch directly to the position
tion.

The warning light  lights up in the instrument cluster when the rear fog light is
switched on » page 12.

Only the rear fog light on the trailer lights up if the vehicle has a factory-fitted
towing device or a towing device from ŠKODA original accessories and it is driven
with a trailer.



or   » Fig. 32 on page 52.

2

. This switch only has one posi-





1)

If both switch-on conditions are conflicting, for example, if the front wheels are turned to the left and
the right turn signal light is switched on, the turn signal light has the higher priority.

52

Using the system

COMING HOME/LEAVING HOME

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 47.



COMING HOME/LEAVING HOME (hereafter referred to only as function) makes it
possible to automatically switch on the lights for a short time after leaving the
vehicle or when approaching the vehicle in poor visibility.

The function is switched on automatically if the following conditions are met:

The light switch is in the position  » Fig. 30 on page 49.



The visibility in the vehicle environment is reduced.



The ignition is switched off.



The function and duration of the lighting can be activated or deactivated in the
Infotainment» operating instructions for Infotainment, chapter Setting vehicle
systems (button CAR).

The light is regulated based on data gathered by the light sensor attached be­tween the windscreen and the interior mirror » page 49.

The function switches on the parking and low beam lights, the entry lighting in
the exterior mirrors and the licence plate light.

COMING HOME

The light turns on automatically when you open the driver's door.
The light turns off after the preset time when you close all the doors and the boot

lid.
If a door or the boot lid remains open, the light goes out after 60 seconds.

LEAVING HOME

The light turns on automatically after the vehicle is unlocked with the remote
control.

The light turns off after a preset time or after the vehicle is locked.

CAUTION

Do not affix any stickers or similar objects in front of the light sensor on the wind­screen, so that its functionality is not impaired or disabled.

Note

If this function is activated constantly, the battery will be heavily discharged par­ticularly in short-haul traffic.

Hazard warning light system

Fig. 33

Button for hazard warning light
system

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings



Switching on/off

Press the button  » Fig. 33.

›

All the turn signal lights on the vehicle flash at the same time when the hazard
warning light system is switched on. The warning light for the turn signals and
the warning light in the button also flash at the same time. The hazard warning
light system can also be operated if the ignition is switched off.

If one of the airbags is deployed, the hazard warning light system will switch on
automatically.

When the turn signal is switched on while the hazard warning light system is on
(ignition on), only the turn signal light for the selected driving direction will flash
while the turn signal is switched on.

on page 47.

Note

Switch on the hazard warning light system if, for example, the following occurs.

■

You encounter a traffic congestion.

■

The vehicle has broken down.





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53

Parking light

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 47.



Parking light  switching on

Switch off the ignition.

›

Place the lever into the position A or where applicable B as far as it can

›

go » Fig. 29 on page 49 - the side light on the right/left side of the vehicle is
switched on.

Switching on the side light on both sides

Turn the light switch A to position  » Fig. 28 on page 48 and lock the vehicle.

›

Note

If the right or left turn signal light has been switched on and the ignition is
switched off, the parking light is not automatically switched on.

Interior light



Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Front interior light 54

Rear interior light
Rear interior light
Front door warning light 56
Entry lighting 56

Front interior light

Fig. 34 Interior lights at the front



Fig. 35

55
55





Switching on the light

›

Switching off the light

›

Operating with the door contact switch

›

On vehicles without an interior monitor, the middle position is marked with the
symbol  » Fig. 34 - .

Reading lights

First read and observe the introductory information given on page 54.

Press the button in the area of the symbol  » Fig. 34.

Press the button in the area of the symbol O » Fig. 34.

Place the button in the middle position.



54

Using the system

Switching the reading light on/off

Press the button  or  » Fig. 35.

›

If operating the light with the door contact switch is enabled, the light will come
on when one of the following events occurs:

The vehicle is unlocked.

›

One of the doors is opened.

›

The ignition key is removed.

›

If operating the light with the door contact switch is enabled, the light will go off
when one of the following events occurs:

The vehicle is locked.

›

The ignition is switched on.

›

About 30 seconds after all the doors have been closed.

›

Note

■

If the interior light remains switched on when the ignition is switched off or if
one of the doors is open, the light will automatically go out after around 10 mi­nutes.

■

Two diffuse lights are integrated in the front interior lighting, that illuminate
the gearshift lever and the middle of the dash panel. These are switched on auto­matically when the parking light is activated. Also, after switching on the ignition
when the parking lights are switched on, the door handle lighting comes on.

First read and observe the introductory information given on page 54.



The rear interior light is operated together with the front interior light » page 54.

Switching lamp without reading lights on/off

Press the button  » Fig. 36 - .

›

Switching the reading light on/off

Press the button  or  » Fig. 36 - .

›

Rear interior light

Applies to vehicles with a panoramic sliding roof.

Fig. 37

Interior lights at the rear





Rear interior light

Applies to vehicles without a panoramic sliding roof.

Interior light without reading lights/interior light with reading lights

Fig. 36

First read and observe the introductory information given on page 54.



Switching on

Press the cover glass on the icon  » Fig. 37.

›

Switching off

Press the cover glass on the icon O.

›

Operating with the door contact switch

Place the cover glass in the middle position .

›

In this position, the same rules apply to this light as for the front interior
light » page 54.

Lights and visibility



55

Front door warning light

Fig. 38

Warning light

First read and observe the introductory information given on page 54.



The warning light is located in the lower door trim panel » Fig. 38.
The light switches on/off when the front door is opened or closed.
Vehicles without this warning light have only a reflector at this point.

Note

If the door is open and the ignition switched off, the light will extinguish auto­matically after around 10 minutes.

Entry lighting

First read and observe the introductory information given on page 54.



The lighting is positioned on the bottom edge of the exterior mirror and illumi­nates the entry area of the front door.

The light comes on after the vehicle has been unlocked or on opening the front
door. The lighting goes out within around 30 seconds after the front door is
closed or the ignition is switched on.

WARNING

If the entry light is on, do not touch its cover – risk of burns!

Note

If the door is open and the ignition switched off, the light will extinguish auto­matically after around 10 minutes.

Visibility

 Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Windscreen and rear window heater

Sun visors 57
Sun screen 57

Windscreen and rear window heater



Fig. 39 Buttons for the front and rear window heater/manual air-condition­ing system, heating

First read and observe the introductory information given on page 56.



Explanation of graphic



Switching the windscreen heater on/off.



Switching the rear window heater on/off.

When the heater is switched on, a lamp lights up inside or below the button.



56





56

Using the system

The windscreen and rear window heater only operates when the engine is run­ning.

The windscreen and rear window heater automatically switches off after approxi­mately 10 minutes.

For the sake of the environment

The heating should be switched off as soon as the window is de-iced or free from
mist. The reduced current consumption will have a favourable effect on fuel econ­omy » page 127, Convenience consumers.

Note

If the on-board voltage drops, the windscreen and rear window heater switches
off automatically, to provide sufficient electrical energy for the engine con­trol » page 205, Automatic load deactivation.

Sun visors

Fig. 40

Sun visor: left/right

First read and observe the introductory information given on page 56.



The sun visor for the driver or front passenger can be pulled out of the fixture and
swivelled towards the door in the direction of the arrow 1 » Fig. 40.

The sun visors each have a vanity mirror
direction of the arrow 2.

The purpose of the note holder
etc.

B

with a cover. Push the cover in the

B

is to store small objects, such as a notepad,

WARNING

The sun visors must not be swivelled towards the side windows in the deploy­ment area of the head airbags if any objects, such as ball-point pens, etc. are
attached to them. These objects might result in injuries to the occupants if
the head airbag is deployed.

Sun screen

Fig. 41

Sun screen



First read and observe the introductory information given on page 56.



The sun screen is located in a housing on the luggage compartment cover.

Pulling out

Grab the handle B » Fig. 41.

›

Remove the sun screen and hang it from the brackets A.

›

Folding

Grab the handle B » Fig. 41.

›

Remove the sun screen from the brackets A and slowly roll it up again into the

›

housing on the luggage compartment cover.





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57

Windscreen wipers and washers

 Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Windscreen wipers and washers

Headlight cleaning system 59

The windscreen wipers and the wash system only operate if the ignition is
switched on and the bonnet is closed.

If the intermittent wipe is switched on, the intervals are also controlled depend­ing on speed.

When automatic wiping in rain is active, the wiper intervals are regulated based
on the intensity of the rain.

The rear window is wiped once automatically if the windscreen wipers are on
when reverse gear is selected.

Automatic rear window wiping can be activated/deactivated in the Infotain­ment » operating instructions for Infotainment, chapter Setting vehicle systems
(CAR button).

Top up with windscreen wiper fluid » page 196.

WARNING

■

Properly maintained windscreen wiper blades are essential for clear visibility

and safe driving » page 228.

■

Do not use the windscreen washer system at low temperatures, without

heating the windscreen beforehand. Otherwise the window cleaner could
freeze on the windscreen and restrict the view to the front.

■

Automatic wiping in rain only operates as a support. The driver is not re-

leased from the responsibility to set the function of the windscreen wipers
manually depending on the visibility conditions.

59

CAUTION

■

In cold temperatures and during the winter, check before the journey or before
switching on the ignition that the wiper blades are not frozen to the windscreen.
If the windscreen wipers are switched on when the blades are frozen to the
windscreen, this may damage both the blades and windscreen wiper motor!

■

If the ignition is switched off while the windscreen wipers are switched on, the
windscreen wipers will continue wiping in the same mode after the ignition is
turned back on. The windscreen wipers could freeze up in cold temperatures be­tween the time the ignition was turned off and when it was turned back on again.

■

Carefully detach frozen wiper blades from the front or rear window.

■

Remove snow and ice from the windscreen wipers before driving.

■

If the windscreen wipers are handled carelessly, there is a risk of damage to the
windscreen.

■

The ignition must not be switched on if the front windscreen wiper arms are fol­ded out. The wiper blades would move back into their rest position and while do­ing so damage the paintwork of the bonnet.

■

If there is an obstacle on the windscreen, the wiper will try to push away the
obstacle. The wiper stops automatically after 5 attempts to eliminate the obsta­cle, in order to avoid a damage to the wiper. Remove the the obstacle and switch
the wiper on again.

Note

■

Each time the ignition switches off for the third time, the position of the wind­screen wipers changes. This counteracts an early fatigue of the wiper rubbers.

■

The rear window wiper only operates if the boot lid is closed.

■

The windscreen washer nozzles for the windscreen are heated when the en­gine is running and the outside temperature is less than approx. +10 °C.

■

Keep the wiper blades clean. They may become soiled, e.g., with wax residues
after washing in automatic car wash systems » page 183.



58

Using the system

Windscreen wipers and washers

Fig. 42

Operating lever: Function of the
the windscreen wipers and
washers

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 58.



Function of the windscreen wipers and washers in the individual posi­tions » Fig. 42

0

Wipers off

1

Periodic windscreen wiping/automatic wiping in rain

2

slow windscreen wiping

3

rapid windscreen wiping

4

Flick windscreen wiping (spring-tensioned position)

5

Automatic wipe/wash for windscreen (spring-tensioned position)

6

Wiping the rear window pane (the windscreen wiper wipes every 6 seconds)

7

Automatic wipe/wash for the rear window (spring-tensioned position)

A

Switches for setting the required break between the individual wiper strokes

1

(

periodic windscreen wiping) or the wiper speed in rain (1 automatic

windscreen wiping in rain)

Automatic windscreen wiping in rain

Automatic windscreen wiping in rain can be activated/deactivated in the Infotain­ment » operating instructions for Infotainment, chapter Setting vehicle systems
(CAR button).

Automatic wipe/wash for windscreen

The wash system operates immediately, the windscreen wipers wipe somewhat
later. The wash system and the windscreen wiper operate simultaneously at a
speed of more than 120 km/h.

Letting go of the lever will cause the windscreen wash system to stop and the
wiper to continue for another 2 - 3 wiper strokes (depending on the period of
spraying of the windscreen).

At a speed of more than 2 km/h, the wiper wipes once again 5 seconds after the
last wiper stroke in order to wipe the last drops from the windscreen. This feature
can be activated/deactivated by a ŠKODA specialist garage.

Automatic wipe/wash for the rear window

The wash system operates immediately, the windscreen wiper wipes somewhat
later.

Letting go of the lever will cause the windscreen wash system to stop and the
wiper to continue for another 2 - 3 wiper strokes (depending on the period of
spraying of the windscreen). The lever remains in position

Winter setting of the windscreen wiper

If the windscreen wipers are in rest position, they cannot be folded out from the
windscreen. For this reason we recommend adjusting the windscreen wipers in
winter so that they can be folded out from the windscreen easily.

Switch on the windscreen wipers.

›

Switch off the ignition.

›

The windscreen wipers remain in the position in which they were when switching
off the ignition.

The service position can also be used as a winter position » page 228.

6

.

Note

If the slow or the fast wiper setting is switched on and the vehicle speed decrea­ses to below 4 km/h, the wiper speed is incrementally set to a lower wiper speed.
The original setting is restored step by step when the speed of the vehicle ex­ceeds 8 km/h.

Headlight cleaning system

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 58.



The headlights are always cleaned (after the ignition is switched on) after the
first and every tenth spraying of the windscreen when the low beam is switched
on and the lever is pulled into position

5

» Fig. 42 on page 59.





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59

Every time the windscreen is cleaned represents the tenth time each headlight is
sprayed.

To ensure the proper operation of the cleaning system during the winter, any
snow should be removed from the washer nozzle fixtures and ice should be
cleared with a de-icing spray.

CAUTION

Never remove the nozzles from the headlight cleaning system by hand – risk of
damage!

WARNING

Automatic dimming mirrors contain an electrolytic fluid which may leak should

the mirror glass break.

■

The leaking electrolytic fluid can irritate the skin, eyes and breath apparatus.
Immediately seek out fresh air and leave the vehicle. If this is not possible,
open all windows and doors.

■

If you swallow electrolytic fluid, seek medical assistance immediately.

■

If your eyes or skin come into contact with the electrolytic fluid, immediately
wash the affected area for a few minutes long with a lot of water. Then con-



sult a doctor immediately.

Rear mirror



Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Interior mirror

Exterior mirrors

WARNING

■

Make sure that the mirror is not covered by ice, snow, mist or other objects.

■

Convex (curved outward) exterior mirrors increase the field of vision. They
do, however, make objects appear smaller in the mirror. These mirrors are
therefore only of limited use for estimating distances to the following vehi­cles.

■

Whenever possible use the interior mirror for estimating the distances to
the following vehicles.

■

The illuminated display of an external navigation unit can lead to operation­al faults to the automatic dimming interior mirror – risk of accident.

60

Using the system

CAUTION

Never mechanically fold in or fold back the exterior mirrors with the fold-in func­tion  by hand as this will damage the electric drive.

Note

61

■

Automatic mirror dimming operates only properly if the sun screen for the rear

61

window in the housing on the boot cover is not in use or the light striking the in­terior rear-view mirror is not affected by other objects.

■

If the automatic interior mirror dimming is switched off, the exterior mirror dim-

ming is also switched off.

■

Do not touch the surface of the exterior mirrors if the exterior mirror heater is

switched on.

■

If the the electrical exterior mirror setting fails at any time, the two mirrors can

be adjusted by hand by pressing on the edge of the mirror surface.

■

Contact your ŠKODA specialist garage if there is a fault with the power setting

of the exterior mirrors.



Interior mirror

Fig. 43

Manual dimming mirror

Fig. 44 Automatic dimming mirror

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings



Manual dimming interior mirror

Adjust the lever towards the windscreen at the lower edge of the mirror (the

›

mirror dims) A » Fig. 43.
Adjust the lever away from the windscreen at the lower edge of the mirror

›

(home position) B.

Automatic dimming mirror

Press the button B, the warning light A lights up (the mirror is activa-

›

ted) » Fig. 44.

To deactivate, press the button

If automatic dimming is activated, the mirror dims automatically depending on

the light striking the mirror from the rear.

on page 60.

B

again, the warning light A goes out.

When the interior lights are switched on or the reverse gear is engaged, the mir­ror always moves back into the basic position (not dimmed).

Do not attach external navigation devices on to the windscreen or in the vicinity
of the automatic dimming interior mirror » page 60, in section Introduction.

Exterior mirrors

Fig. 45

Rotary knob

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 60.



Mirror heater

Set the rotary knob into the position  » Fig. 45.

›

The mirror heater only operates when the engine is running and up to an outside
temperature of +35 ℃.

Adjusting both mirrors in sync

Set the rotary dial into position  or, on right-hand drive vehicles, into position

›



» Fig. 45. The movement of the mirror surface is identical to the movement of

the rotary knob.

The synchronous setting of both mirrors can be activated/deactivated in the Info­tainment » operating instructions for Infotainment, chapter Setting vehicle sys-
tems (CAR button).

Adjusting the front passenger's mirror

Set the rotary dial into position  or, on right-hand drive vehicles, into position

›

» Fig. 45. The movement of the mirror surface is identical to the movement of



the rotary knob.

Switching off operating control

Set the rotary knob into the position  » Fig. 45.

›

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61

Folding-in both of the exterior mirrors with the rotary knob

Set the rotary knob into the position  » Fig. 45.

›

It is only possible to fold in both exterior mirrors when the ignition is switched on
and at a speed of up to 50 km/h.

The mirrors are folded back into the driving position after the rotary knob is
turned from the position  to a different one.

Folding-in both of the exterior mirrors using the remote control key

Press and hold the lock button  on the remote control key.

›

Folding in requires that all electrical power windows are working » page 43, Op­erational faults.

The exterior mirror is folded back into the driving position when the ignition is
switched on.

Folding in of both mirrors can be activated/deactivated in the Infotainment » op-

erating instructions for Infotainment, chapter Setting vehicle systems (CAR but­ton).

Automatic dimming mirror

The exterior mirrors are dimmed together with the automatic dimming interior
mirror » page 61.

Tilting surface of front passenger mirror

On vehicles fitted with the memory function for the driver seat » page 66, the
surface of the mirror tilts down slightly when the reverse gear is engaged and the
rotary knob is in the position  or in position  on vehicles with right-hand
drive » Fig. 45. This provides an aid in seeing the kerb of the pavement when
parking the car.

The mirror returns into its initial position, after the rotary knob is moved out of
the position  or position  on vehicles with right-hand drive, and put into another
position or if the speed is more than 15 km/h.

Tilting the surface of the front passenger mirror can be activated/deactivated in
the Infotainment » operating instructions for Infotainment, chapter Setting vehi-
cle systems (CAR button).

Memory function for mirrors

On vehicles fitted with the memory function for the driver seat » page 66 or the
memory function for the remote control key » page 66 it is possible to save the
position of the exterior mirror when saving the driver seat position.

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Using the system

Seats and useful equipment

Adjusting the seats

Introduction



This chapter contains information on the following subjects:

Manual seat adjustment

Electric seat adjustment 64

Head restraints 65

Memory function of electrically adjustable seat 66

Memory function of the remote control key 66

The driver's seat should be adjusted in such a way that the pedals can be fully

pressed to the floor with slightly bent legs.

The seat backrest on the driver's seat should be adjusted in such a way that the

upper point of the steering wheel can be easily reached with slightly bent arms.

Correct adjustment of the seats is particularly important:

for safely and quickly reaching the controls;

›

for a relaxed, fatigue-free body position;

›

for achieving maximum protection offered by the seat belts and the airbag

›

system.

WARNING

■

Caution when adjusting the seat! You may suffer injuries or bruises as a re-

sult of adjusting the seat without paying proper attention.

■

As the electric front seats can also be adjusted when the ignition is switch­ed off (even when the ignition key is withdrawn), never leave children unat­tended in the car.

■

The seat backrests must not be angled too far back when driving otherwise
this will affect proper operation of the seat belts and of the airbag system –
risk of injury!

■

Never carry more people than the number of seats in the vehicle.

64

WARNING (Continued)

■

Each occupant must correctly fasten the seat belt belonging to the seat.
Children must be fastened » page 177, Transporting children safely with a
suitable restraint system.

■

At all times, the front seats and head restraints must be adjusted to match
the person's body size and the seat belt must be attached properly to provide
the most effective levels of protection to passengers.

■

Do not transport any objects on the front passenger seat except objects
(e.g. child safety seat) provided for this purpose – risk of accident!

WARNING

As the driver, observe the following instructions.

■

Only adjust the driver's seat when the vehicle is stationary – risk of accident!

■

Maintain a distance of at least 25 cm from the steering wheel, and a dis­tance of at least 10 cm between the legs and the dash panel at the height of
the knee airbag. Not maintaining this minimum distance will mean that the
airbag system will not be able to properly protect you – hazard!

■

Ensure that there are no objects in the driver's footwell as they may get
caught behind the pedals when driving or applying the braking. You would
then no longer be able to operate the clutch, brake or accelerate.

WARNING

As the front passenger, observe the following instructions.

■

Maintain a distance of at least 25 cm to the dash panel. Not maintaining this
minimum distance will mean that the airbag system will not be able to proper­ly protect you – hazard!

■

Always keep your feet in the footwell when the car is being driven – never
place your feet on the instrument panel, out of the window or on the surfaces
of the seats. You will be exposed to increased risk of injury if it becomes nec­essary to apply the brake or in the event of an accident. If an airbag is de­ployed, you may suffer fatal injuries when adopting an incorrect seated posi­tion!

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63

Note

■

After a certain time, play can develop within the adjustment mechanism of the

backrest angle.

■

For safety reasons, it is not possible to store the seated position in the seat
memory and remote control key memory if the inclination angle of the seat back­rest is more than 102° in relation to the seat cushion.

■

Each new driver seat and external mirror position that is saved will overwrite
the existing setting.

Manual seat adjustment

Controls for manual seat adjustment

Fig. 46

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 63.



Adjusting a seat in a forward/back direction

Pull the lever A » Fig. 46 in the direction of the arrow 1 and push the seat in

›

the required direction.
The lock must click into place after you release the lever.

Adjusting height of seat

Again push/pull the lever B » Fig. 46 in the direction of one of the arrows 2.

›

Adjusting the angle of the seat backrest

Relieve any pressure from the seat backrest (do not lean on it) and turn the

›

handwheel C » Fig. 46in the direction of the arrow 3.

Adjusting lumbar support

Push the lever D » Fig. 46 in the direction of one of the arrows 4

›

Electric seat adjustment



Fig. 47 Controls for the electric seat adjustment I

Fig. 48

Controls for the electric seat adjustment II

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 63.



Adjusting a seat in a forward/back direction

Push the switch B » Fig. 47 in the direction of one of the arrows 3 » Fig. 48.

›

Set the height of the seat cushion

Push the switch B » Fig. 47 in the direction of one of the arrows 5 » Fig. 48.

›

Adjust the angle of the seat cushion

Push the switch B » Fig. 47 in the direction of one of the arrows 4 » Fig. 48.

›

Adjusting the angle of the seat backrest

Push the switch C » Fig. 47 in the direction of one of the arrows 6 » Fig. 48.

›

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Using the system

Reducing or increasing the curvature of the lumbar support

Push the switch A » Fig. 47 in the region of one of the arrows 2.

›

Raising or lowering the curvature of the lumbar support

Push the switch A » Fig. 47 in the region of one of the arrows 1.

›

The adjusted driver's seat position can be set in the memory of the
seat » page 66 or the remote control key » page 66.

Note

If the setting procedure is interrupted, you will need to press the button again.

Press the locking button in the direction of arrow 1 » Fig. 49, simultaneously

›

press the locking button into the opening 2 using a flat screwdriver with a
width of maximum 5 mm and pull out the head restraint.
To re-insert the head restraint, push it far enough down into the seat backrest

›

until the locking button clicks into place.

Best protection is achieved if the top edge of the head restraint is at the same
level as the upper part of your head.

The head restraints must be adjusted to match the size of the seat occupant. Cor­rectly adjusted head restraints together with the seat belts offer effective protec-



tion for the occupants » page 159, Proper seated position.

Head restraints

Head restraint: front/rear

Fig. 49

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 63.



Setting height

›
›

To move the head restraint downwards, press and hold the safety button
one hand and press the head restraint downwards with the other hand.

Removing/installing

Only the real head restraints may be removed.

›

front head restraints on the sides with both hands, press and hold the

Hold the
safety button A » Fig. 49 and move the head restraints into position.
Hold the rear head restraints on the sides with both hands and move them up­wards » Fig. 49.

1

Pull the head restraint out of the seat backrest as far as the stop.

with

WARNING

■

The head restraints must be correctly adjusted in order to offer effective

protection for the occupants in the event of an accident.

■

Never drive with the head restraints removed - risk of injury.

■

If the rear seats are occupied, the rear head restraint must not be in the

lower position.

Note

The middle rear head restraint is only adjustable in two positions.

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65

Memory function of electrically adjustable seat

Fig. 50

Memory buttons and SET button

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 63.



The memory function for the driver's seat provides the option to store the posi­tions of the driver's seat and the external mirrors. Each of the three memory but­tons B » Fig. 50 can be assigned a set position.

Storing seat and exterior mirror settings for driving forward

Switch on the ignition.

›

Adjust the seat to the desired position.

›

Adjust both of the exterior mirrors » page 61.

›

Press the button

›

Within 10 seconds after pressing the

›

button B.
An acknowledgment sound confirms the storage.

Saving front passenger mirror settings when reversing

Switch on the ignition.

›

Press the required memory button B » Fig. 50.

›

Move the rotary knob for the exterior mirror control into position  » page 61.

›

Engage reverse gear.

›

Adjust the front passenger's mirror to the desired position » page 61.

›

Take the vehicle out of gear.

›

The set position of the exterior mirror is stored.

Retrieving the saved setting

Tap the desired memory button B » Fig. 50 when the ignition is switched off

›

and the driver's door is opened.

Press down on the desired memory button B when the ignition is switched on

›

and the driver's door is closed.

SET

A » Fig. 50.

SET

button, press the desired memory

Stopping the ongoing adjustment

Press any button on the driver's seat or the button  on the remote control

›

key.

Note

Each time you store the seat and exterior mirror settings for driving forward you
also have to re-store the setting of the exterior mirror on the passenger side for
reversing.

Memory function of the remote control key

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 63.



The automatic storage function of the driver's seat and exterior mirrors position
when locking the vehicle can be activated in the memory of the remote control

key.
When this function is activated, each time the vehicle is locked, the current posi-

tions of the driver's seat and the external mirrors are saved in the memory of the
remote control key. After subsequently unlocking the vehicle with the same key,
the driver's seat and the exterior mirrors assume the positions stored in the
memory of this key.

This function can also be activated/deactivated in the Infotainment » Bedienung­sanleitung Infotainment, chapter operating instructions for InfotainmentSetting
vehicle systems (CAR button).

Activating the function

Unlock the vehicle with the remote control key.

›

Press and hold any memory button B » Fig. 50 on page 66. After the seat has

›

assumed the position stored under this button, at the same time press the but-



ton

on the remote control key within 10 seconds.

The successful activation of the function is confirmed by an audible signal.
The seat and exterior mirror settings are not saved in the memory of the key,

which is already saved in the memory button.
The seat can be adjusted to the required position if necessary » page 64.
After locking the vehicle, the current positions of the driver's seat and the exter-

nal mirrors are saved in the memory of the remote control key.





66

Using the system

Deactivating the function

Unlock the vehicle with the remote control key.

›

Press and hold the

›

the button  on the remote control key within 10 seconds.

The successful deactivation of the function is confirmed by an audible signal.

Stopping the ongoing adjustment

Press any button on the driver's seat or the button  on the remote control

›

key.

SET

button A » Fig. 50 on page 66. At the same time, press

Seat features



Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Seat heaters 67

Front armrest
Rear armrest
Folding front passenger seat 68
Seat backrests

68
68

69

First read and observe the introductory information given on page 67.



The seat backrests and surfaces of the front seats and the two outer rear seats
can be heated electrically.

The seat heating can only be switched on when the engine is running.

Switching on

Press the symbol button  or  » Fig. 51.

›



By pressing the button once, the heating is switched to the highest intensity ­level 3, which is indicated by three of the warning lights underneath the
switch » Fig. 51 -  or in the button » Fig. 51 -  lighting up.

With repeated pressing of the switch, the level of the seat heating is down-regu­lated up to the switch-off. The level of the seat heating is indicated by the num­ber of illuminated warning lights underneath/in the switch.

WARNING

If you have limited pain and/or temperature sensitivity, we recommend that
you do not use the seat heating – risk of burns! If the seat heating is used, we
recommend to make regular breaks in your journey when driving long distan­ces, so that the body can recuperate from the stress of the journey. Please



consult your doctor, who can evaluate your specific condition.

Seat heaters

Heating: Front seats/ rear seats

Fig. 51

CAUTION

■

Do not kneel on the seats or otherwise apply concentrated pressure to them.

■

Do not use the seat heaters if the seats are not occupied by persons or if ob­jects, such as a child seat, bag, etc., are fastened or stored on them. A fault of the
heating elements in the seat heating can occur.

■

Do not clean the seats using moisture » page 187, Fabric covers on electrically
heated seats.

Note

If the on-board voltage drops, the seat heating is switched off automatically, in
order to provide sufficient electrical energy for the engine control » page 205,
Automatic load deactivation.

Seats and useful equipment

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67

Front armrest

Rear armrest

Fig. 52

Adjusting armrest height and
length

First read and observe the introductory information given on page 67.



The armrest is adjustable for height and length.

Setting height

First of all fold the cover downwards and then lift it in the direction of the arrow

›

1

» Fig. 52 into one of the 4 fixed positions.

Adjusting in the forward/back direction

Move the lid into the desired position in the direction of the arrow 2 » Fig. 52.

›

The armrest includes a storage compartment underneath » page 75.

Note

Push the armrest cover all the way back to the stop before applying the hand­brake.

Fig. 53

Fold the armrest forwards

First read and observe the introductory information given on page 67.



Folding forward

Pull on the loop A » Fig. 53 and fold the arm rest forwards in the direction of

›

the arrow.

A cup holder may be located in the armrest » page 72.

Folding front passenger seat

Fig. 54

Folding the front passenger seat
forward



First read and observe the introductory information given on page 67.



The front passenger seat can be folded forward into a horizontal position.

Folding forward

Place the lever in position 1 » Fig. 54.

›

Fold the seat backrest forward in the direction of the arrow 2.

›

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Using the system

The locking mechanism must audibly snap into place.

Folding backwards

Place the lever in position 1 » Fig. 54.

›

Fold the seat backrest in the opposite direction of the arrow 2.

›

The locking mechanism must audibly snap into place.

WARNING

■

The front passenger airbag should be switched off when transporting ob-

jects on the seat which was folded forwards » page 173.

■

Adjust the seat backrest only when the vehicle is stationary.

■

When moving the seat backrest, make sure the seat backrest has been

properly secured – check by pulling on the seat backrest.

■

If the seat backrest is folded, passengers may only be transported on the

outer seat behind the driver.

■

When moving the seat backrest, keep limbs away from between the seat

cushion and seat backrest – risk of injury!

■

Never transport objects on the seat backrest which was folded forwards,

which:

■

impair driver visibility;

■

make it impossible for the driver to control the vehicle, e.g. if they are

placed under the pedals, or could protrude into the driver's zone;

■

could lead to injury to passengers due to a change of direction or braking

manouvre when accelerating sharply.

Seat backrests

Fig. 55 Seat backrest: Locking/unlocking

Fig. 56

Luggage compartment: Folding
the rear seat backrest forward
(Octavia Estate)



First read and observe the introductory information given on page 67.



The luggage compartment can be increased in size by folding the seat backrests
forward. The seat backrests can be folded forward individually on vehicles with
divided rear seats.

Folding forward

Before folding the seat backrests forwards, adapt the position of the front seats
in such a way that they are not damaged by the folded seat backrests 1).

Push the lever A » Fig. 55 and fold the seat backrest completely forwards.

›



1)

If the front seats are too far back, we recommend that you have the rear head restraints removed
before the seat backrests are folded forward. Store the removed head restraints in such a way that
they are not be damaged or soiled.

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69

Folding forward (Octavia Estate)

In the Octavia Estate vehicles, the rear seat backrests can also be folded forward
from the luggage compartment » .

There is a lever on the right side of the luggage compartment for folding the right
and the middle rear seat forward.

There is a lever on the left side of the luggage compartment for folding the left
rear seat forward.

Pull the lever in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 56.

›

The corresponding seat backrest is folded forward.

Folding backwards

Hold the rear outer seat belt C » Fig. 55 against the side trim panel.

›

Then push the seat backrest back into the upright position until the securing

›

knob A clicks into place – check by pulling on the seat backrest » .
Make sure that the red pin B is hidden.

›

WARNING

■

The belts and the belt locks must be in their original position after folding

back the seat backrests – they must be ready to use.

■

The seat backrests must be securely interlocked in position so that no ob­jects in the luggage compartment can slide into the passenger compartment if
there is sudden braking – risk of injury.

■

Ensure that the rear seat backrests are properly engaged. It is only then that
the three-point seat belt for the middle seat can reliably fulfil its function.

CAUTION

■

Before folding the seat backrest forward, check that there are no objects on the

rear seat. When folding the seat backrest forward, they could be damaged or
cause damage to the seat backrest and the seat.

■

Ensure that the seat belts are not damaged when operating the seat backrests.

Under no circumstances must the rear seat belts be jammed by the folded back
seat backrests.

Useful equipment

 Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Parking ticket holder

Storage compartment on the driver's side 71
Storage compartments in the doors 71
Holder for reflective vest 72
Storage compartment in the front centre console 72
Cup holder 72
Cigarette lighter 73
Ashtray 73
12-volt power 74
Multimedia holder
Storage compartment under the front armrest
Glasses storage box 75
Storage compartment on the driver's side
Storage compartment under the front passenger's seat 76
Clothes hook
Map pocket on the front seats
Storage compartment in the rear centre console 77
230-volt power
Rear seat backrest with through-loading channel 78
Removable through-loading bag

WARNING

■

Do not place anything on the dash panel. These objects might slide or fall
down when driving (when accelerating or cornering) and may distract you
from concentrating on the traffic – risk of accident!



■

When driving, ensure that no objects from the centre console or from other
storage compartments can get into the driver's footwell. You would then no
longer be able to apply the brakes, operate the clutch or accelerator – risk of
accident!

71

74

75

75

76

77

77

79

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70

Using the system

Parking ticket holder

Fig. 57

Windscreen: Parking ticket hold­er

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 70.



The note holder is designed e.g. for attaching car park tickets.

WARNING

The attached note has to always be removed before starting off in order not
to restrict the driver's vision.

Storage compartment on the driver's side

Fig. 58

Storage compartment on the
driver's side

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 70.



Open/close

Raise the handle A » Fig. 58 and open out the compartment in the direction of

›

the arrow.

Swivel the lid against the direction of the arrow until it clicks into place.

›

WARNING

The storage compartment must always be closed when driving for safety rea­sons.

Storage compartments in the doors





The area B » Fig. 59 and D has a bottle holder.

Storage compartment: in the front door/in the rear door

Fig. 59

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings

on page 70.

WARNING

Use the area A » Fig. 59 of the storage compartment only for storing objects
which do not project so that the effectiveness of the side airbag is not im­paired.

Note

D

In area

with a max. content of 0.5 l.

of the stowage compartment of the rear doors, a bottle can be housed





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71

Holder for reflective vest

Fig. 60

Driver seat: Holder for reflex
vest

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 70.



The holder for the reflex vest is located under the driver's seat » Fig. 60.

WARNING

Do not put anything else except the reflective vest into the holder – other­wise it may fall out of the holder – risk of obstruction or limitation in operating
the pedal!

CAUTION

Do not put anything else except the reflective vest into the holder – risk of dam­age to the holder.

Storage compartment in the front centre console

Fig. 61

Opening the storage compart­ment

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 70.



Open/close

Press on the lid edge A » Fig. 61 in the direction of the arrow.

›

Closing takes place in the reverse order.

The phone box may be located in the stowage compartment » page 108.

WARNING

The storage compartment is not a substitute for the ashtray and must also
not be used for such purposes – risk of fire!

Cup holder





Two beverage containers can be placed into the cup holders/recesses.

You can change the size of the individual openings using the removable elements

Cup holder: in the front centre console/in the rear armrest

Fig. 62

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 70.

A

Cup holder in front centre console

B

Cup holder in rear armrest

C

Removable element

D

Removable element

C

and D.



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Using the system

WARNING

■

Never put hot beverage containers in the cup holder. If the vehicle moves,

they may spill – risk of scalding!

■

Do not use any cups or beakers which are made of brittle material (e.g. glass,

porcelain). This could lead to injuries in the event of an accident.

CAUTION

Do not leave open beverage containers in the cup holder during the journey.
There is a risk of spilling e.g. when braking which may cause damage to the elec­trical components or seat upholstery.

Cigarette lighter

Fig. 63

Cigarette lighter

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 70.



Using the system

Press in the button of the cigarette lighter

›

Wait until the button pops forward.

›

Remove the cigarette lighter immediately and use.

›

Place the cigarette lighter back into the socket.

›

» Fig. 63.

WARNING

■

Take care when using the cigarette lighter! Improper usage can case burns.

■

The cigarette lighter also operates when the ignition is switched off or the
ignition key withdrawn. Therefore never leave children unattended in the ve­hicle.

Note

■

The cigarette lighter socket cannot be used as a 12Volt socket.

■

Further information » page 188, Accessories, changes and replacement of

parts.

Ashtray



Ashtrays: front/rear

Fig. 64

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings



Removing/inserting the front ash tray

Pull out the ashtray » Fig. 64 -  in the direction of the arrow.

›

Insertion takes place in the reverse order.

Removing/inserting the rear ashtray insert

Open the storage compartment » page 77.

›

Grasp the insert in the area marked with the arrows and remove it in the direc-

›

tion of the arrow 1 » Fig. 64 - .

Insertion takes place in the reverse order.

on page 70.

WARNING

Never place flammable objects in the ashtray – risk of fire!



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73

CAUTION

When removing do not hold the ashtray at the cover on the front – risk of break­age.

12-volt power

12-Volt power socket: in the front centre console/ in the boot

Fig. 65

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 70.



Overview of the 12-volt power socket

In the front centre console » Fig. 65 - .
In the boot » Fig. 65 - .

Use of the 12-volt power socket

Remove the cover on the power socket and open the cover on the power sock-

›

et.
Connect the plug for the electrical appliance to the socket.

›

The 12-volt power sockets and any connected appliances can also be operated
when the ignition is switched off or the ignition key is withdrawn » .

WARNING

■

Improper use of the power sockets and the electrical accessories can cause

fires, burns and other serious injuries.

■

Never leave children unattended in the vehicle.

■

If the connected electric device becomes too hot, switch it off and discon-

nect it from the power supply immediately.

CAUTION

■

The power socket can only be used for connecting approved electrical accesso-



ries with a total power uptake of up to 120 watt.

■

Never exceed the maximum power consumption, otherwise the vehicle's elec-

trical system can be damaged.

■

Connecting appliances when the engine is not running will drain the battery of

the vehicle!

■

Only use matching plugs to avoid damaging the power sockets.

■

Only use accessories that have been tested for electromagnetic compatibility in

accordance with the applicable directives.

■

Switch off the devices connected to the power sockets before you switch the
ignition on or off and before starting the engine, to avoid damage from voltage
fluctuations.

■

Observe the operating instructions for the connected devices!

Multimedia holder

Fig. 66

Multimedia holder

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 70.



The multimedia holder is located in the front centre console » Fig. 66.
You can use this holder to store e.g. a mobile phone, MP3 player or similar devi-

ces.

WARNING

Never use the holder as an ashtray or for storing flammable objects – risk of

fire!

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Using the system

Storage compartment under the front armrest

Fig. 67

Opening the storage compart­ment

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 70.



Open/close

Pull and open the cover of the armrest using the handle A in the direction of

›

the arrow 1 » Fig. 67.
Open the lid to the stop, only then can it be folded downwards and against the

›

direction of the arrow 1.

The area
objects with a maximum size of 98 mm x 104 mm x 142 mm.

The area C of the stowage compartment is designed for the storage of smaller
objects.

B

» Fig. 67 of the stowage compartment is designed for the storage of

Glasses storage box

Fig. 68

Opening the glasses storage box

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 70.



Open/close

Press on the lid of the glasses storage box in the area A » Fig. 68.

›

The box folds in the direction of the arrow.

Swivel the lid on the glasses storage box against the direction of the arrow until

›

it is heard to lock.

WARNING

■

The compartment must only be opened when removing or inserting the

spectacles and otherwise must be kept closed!

■

The box must be closed before leaving and locking the vehicle – risk of im-

pairment to the functions of the anti-theft alarm system!

CAUTION

Do not put any heat-sensitive objects in the glasses storage box – they may be
damaged.

Storage compartment on the driver's side





Open storage compartment/control cooling of storage compartment

Fig. 69

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 70.



A pen and credit card holder is provided in the stowage compartment.

Seats and useful equipment

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75

Open/close

Pull the handle of the flap in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 69 –  and fold

›

down the flap.
Lift the lid upwards until it clicks into place.

›

Cooling

Use the rotary switch » Fig. 69 –  to open/close the air supply.

›

Opening the air supply when the air conditioning system is switched on allows
cooled air to flow into the storage compartment.

Opening the air inlet when the air conditioning system is on causes fresh or inte­rior air to flow into the storage compartment.

We recommend closing the air supply if it is operated in heating mode or the cool­ing system for the storage compartment is not being used.

The compartment opens out in the direction of the arrow 2.

When closing the compartment, hold the handle until the compartment is

›

closed.

WARNING

The storage compartment must always be closed when driving for safety rea-

sons.

CAUTION

The storage compartment is designed for storing small objects of up to 1.5 kg. in
weight.



WARNING

The storage compartment must always be closed when driving for safety rea­sons.

Note

When the stowage compartment is opened, a light lights up.

Storage compartment under the front passenger's seat

Fig. 70

Front passenger seat: Opening
the storage compartment

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 70.



Open/close

Pull the handle to position 1 » Fig. 70.

›

76

Using the system

Clothes hook

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-

on page 70.

ings



The clothes hooks are located at the centre door bars of the vehicle.



WARNING

■

Only hang light items of clothing on the hooks. Never leave any heavy or

sharp-edged objects in the pockets of the items of clothing.

■

Do not use clothes hangers for hanging up items of clothing otherwise this

may reduce the effectiveness of head airbags.

■

Ensure that any clothes hanging from the hooks do not impair your vision to

the rear.

CAUTION

The maximum permissible load of the hooks is 2 kg.



Map pocket on the front seats

Fig. 71

Map pockets

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 70.



The pockets intended for storage of maps, magazines, etc. are provided on the
reverse side of the front seat rests » Fig. 71.

WARNING

Never put heavy items in the map pockets – risk of injury!

CAUTION

Do not put any large items (such as bottles) or sharp objects into the map pock­ets, as the pockets and the seat covers could be damaged.

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 70.



The storage compartment is equipped with a removable insert.

Open/close

Pull the handle A » Fig. 72 on the upper section of the recess and open out the

›

compartment in the direction of the arrow.

Closing takes place in the reverse order.

WARNING

The storage compartment is not a substitute for the ashtray and must also
not be used for such purposes – risk of fire!

230-volt power

Fig. 73

Centre console at rear: 230-Volt
power socket





Storage compartment in the rear centre console

Fig. 72

Opening the storage compart­ment

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 70.



Use

Fold out the lid on the power socket in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 73.

›

Connect the plug for the electrical appliance to the socket.

›

The 230-Volt power socket can only be used when the ignition is switched
on »

.

When the plug on the electrical appliance is inserted into the power socket, the
child safety lock is released, and the power socket is activated.

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77

LED display

Permanent green light: The power socket is activated.

›

Flashing red light: The power socket is temporarily deactivated.

›

The power socket is deactivated automatically when the amperage is too high,
the temperature is too high or the battery charge state is too low.

When the reasons for the deactivation no longer apply, the power socket will be
re-activated automatically. Then re-activate connected devices which are switch­ed on » .

■

Do not connect any lamps with neon filaments to the 230 V power socket - risk
of damaging the lamp.

■

A larger current surge may arise in some power supplies (e.g. for notebooks)
when connecting them to a 230 V power socket- this will automatically deacti­vate the power socket. In this case, disconnect the power supply from the con­sumer and connect the power supply to the power socket first, followed by the
consumer.

■

Observe the operating instructions for the connected devices!



WARNING

■

The power socket can only be used for connecting approved electrical ac­cessories with a two-pin 230V plug, with a total power uptake of up to
150 watt.

■

The power sockets- and thus the connected electrical devices -only oper­ates if the ignition is switched on!

■

Improper use can lead to serious injury or fire. Therefore never leave chil­dren unattended in the vehicle – risk of injury!

■

Safely stow away all connected devices during the journey to prevent them
from being thrown around the interior in the event of a sudden braking ma­noeuvre or an accident – risk of death!

■

Do not pour liquids into the power socket – risk of death! If fluid does man­age to get into the power socket, completely dry out the socket before reuse.

■

The connected appliances may behave differently to when connected to the
mains.

■

The connected devices may warm up during operation – risk of injury or fire!

■

The child lock on the 230 Volt power socket is unlocked when using ener­gised adapters and extension cables – risk of injury!

■

Do no insert any conductive objects into the contacts of the power socket,
e.g. knitting needs – risk of death!

CAUTION

■

Place the connector on the electrical device into the power socket as far as it

can go to create a connection between the contacts.

■

If the connector of the electrical device is not inserted fully into the power sock-

et, the child safety lock might release, and the power socket be activated. The
electrical device is nevertheless not connected.

■

The 230-volt power socket is temporarily disabled when the engine starts and

the LED flashes red. After starting the engine, the power socket is re-activated
automatically.

Rear seat backrest with through-loading channel

Fig. 74 Rear seats: Cover handle/boot: Unlock button

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 70.



After folding the rear armrest and cover up, an opening in the seat backrest be­comes visible through which the removable through-loading bag with skis can be
pushed. The armrest and cover can be folded forward from the passenger com­partment or the boot.

Opening from the passenger compartment

Fold the rear armrest dow (not as far as the stop) » page 68.

›

Pull the handle A » Fig. 74 in the direction of the arrow and fold the cover

›

downwards.

Opening from the boot

Push the unlock button B » Fig. 74 in the direction of the arrow and fold the

›

cover including the armrest forwards.

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78

Using the system

Closing

Fold the cover and rear armrest upwards to the stop - the cover must click into

›

place.

Ensure that the armrest is always locked into place after closing. This is apparent

as the red field above the unlocking button B » Fig. 74 is not visible from the

boot.

WARNING

The through-loading channel is only intended for transporting skis that are
placed in a properly secured, removable through-loading bag » page 79.

Removable through-loading bag

Fig. 75

Securing the through-loading
bag

Guide the securing strap B through the opening in the seat backrest around

›

the upper part of the seat backrest.
Then push the seat backrest back into the upright position until the unlocking

›

button clicks into place - check by pulling on the seat backrest.
Insert the securing strap B into the lock C until it clicks into place.

›

WARNING

■

After placing skis into the through-loading bag, you must secure the bag

with the securing strap B » Fig. 75.

■

The strap A must hold the skis tight.



■

Make sure that the strap A holds the skis in front of the binding (also refer

to imprint on the removable through-loading bag).

■

The total weight of the skis which are transported must not exceed 24 kg.

Note

■

The through-loading bag is foreseen for four pairs of skis.

■

Place the skis with the tips facing to the front and the sticks with the tips facing

to the rear. into the removable through-loading bag.

■

If there are several pairs of skis in the removable through-loading bag, ensure

that the bindings are positioned at the same height.

■

The removable through-loading bag must never be folded together or stowed

when moist.



First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 70.



The removable through-loading bag is solely used for transporting skis.

Loading

Open the luggage compartment lid.

›

Fold the rear armrest and the cover in the seat backrest downwards » page 78.

›

Place the empty, removable through-loading bag in such a way that the end of

›

the bag with the zip is in the boot.
Push the skis into the removable through-loading bag from the boot » .

›

Close the through-loading bag.

›

Securing

Tighten the strap A on the free end around the skis in front of the bind-

›

ings » Fig. 75.
Fold the seat backrest a little forward.

›

Luggage compartment



Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Fastening elements 81

Fixing nets
Folding double hooks 82
Foldable hooks (Octavia Estate)
Floor covering
Luggage net 83
Luggage compartment cover
Roll-up luggage compartment cover (Octavia Estate) 85
Stowing roll-up luggage compartment cover and roof racks

Seats and useful equipment

82
83

84

85

79

81



Storage compartment in the luggage compartment 86
Storage compartments under the floor covering 87
Storage box 87
Multifunction box (Octavia Estate) 88

Please observe the following for the purpose of maintaining good handling char­acteristics of your vehicle:

Distribute loads as evenly as possible.

›

Place heavy objects as far forward as possible.

›

Attach the items of luggage to the lashing eyes or using the nets » page 81.

›

In the event of an accident, there is such a high kinetic energy which is produced
by small and light objects that they can cause severe injuries.

The magnitude of the kinetic energy is dependent on the speed at which the ve­hicle is travelling and the weight of the object.

Example: In the event of a frontal collision at a speed of 50 km/h, an unsecured
object with a weight of 4.5 kg produces an energy, which corresponds to 20 times
its own weight. This means that it results in a weight of approx. 90 kg “ ”. You can
imagine the injuries that can occur, if this “object” flies through the interior com­partment and hits an occupant.

Luggage compartment light

The light switches on/off when the boot lid is opened or closed.

WARNING

■

Store the objects in the luggage compartment and attach them to the lash­ing eyes.

■

Loose objects can be thrown forward during a sudden manoeuvre or in case
of an accident and can injure the occupants or other road users.

■

Loose objects could hit a deployed airbag and injure occupants – danger of
death!

■

Please note that the handling properties of the vehicle may be affected
when transporting heavy objects as the centre of gravity can be displaced –
risk of accident! The speed and style of driving must be adjusted accordingly.

WARNING (Continued)

■

If the items of luggage or objects are attached to the lashing eyes with un­suitable or damaged lashing straps, injuries can occur in the event of braking
manoeuvres or accidents. To prevent items of luggage from moving around,
always use suitable lashing straps which must be firmly attached to the lash­ing eyes.

■

The items carried in the luggage compartment must be stored in such a way
that no objects are able to slip forward if any sudden driving or braking ma­noeuvres are undertaken – risk of injury!

■

When transporting objects in the luggage compartment that has been en­larged by folding the rear seats forward, ensure the safety of the passengers
transported on the other rear seats » page 160, Proper seated position of the
passengers in the rear seats.

■

Do not drive with the luggage compartment lid fully opened or slightly ajar
otherwise exhaust gases may get into the interior of the vehicle – risk of poi­soning!

■

Do not exceed the permissible axle loads and permissible gross weight of
the vehicle – risk of accident!

■

Do not transport people in the luggage compartment!

CAUTION

Make sure that transported objects with sharp edges do not damage the follow­ing:

■

heating elements in the rear window;

■

elements of the aerial integrated in the rear window;

■

elements of the aerial integrated in the rear side windows (Octavia Estate).

Note

■

Tyre pressure must be adjusted to the load » page 208, Life of tyres.

■

If the boot lid is open and the ignition switched off, the light will extinguish au-

tomatically after around 10 minutes.

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80

Using the system

Fastening elements

Fig. 76

Fastening elements Octavia

Fig. 77 Fastening elements Octavia Estate: Equipment without variable
loading floor/equipment with variable loading floor

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 79.



The luggage compartment comprises the following fastening elements. » Fig. 76
or » Fig. 77.

A

Lashing eyes for fastening items of luggage and fixing nets.

B

Fastening elements and eyes only for fastening fixing nets.

CAUTION

A

The maximum permissible load of the lashing eyes

is 3.5 kN (350 kg).

Note

The upper front lashing eye is located underneath the folding rear seat backrest.

Fixing nets

Fig. 78 Fastening examples for nets

Fig. 79

Fastening vertical pocket

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings



Examples for attaching the fixing nets» Fig. 78.

A

Horizontal pocket

B

Floor net

C

Vertical pocket

on page 79.

WARNING

Do not exceed the maximum permissible load of the fixing nets. Heavy objects
are not secured sufficiently – risk of injury!





Seats and useful equipment

81

CAUTION

■

The maximum permissible load of the fixing nets is 1.5 kg.

■

Do not place any sharp objects in the nets – risk of damaging the net.

Folding double hooks

Fig. 80

Folding double hooks

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings



The folding double hook is used to affix small items of luggage, e.g. bags.
The folding double hook can be located on either of the two sides of the luggage

compartment, according to the model.

on page 79.

CAUTION

An item of luggage with a maximum weight of 5 kg can be attached to each side
of the double hook.

Foldable hooks (Octavia Estate)



First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 79.



Foldable hooks for attaching small items of luggage, such as bags etc., are provi­ded on both sides of the luggage compartment.

Press on the lower portion of the hook A and then fold it in direction of the

›

arrow » Fig. 81.

The front foldable hooks are also used to fasten the rear bar of the multifunction
box » page 88.

Fig. 81

Foldable hooks

CAUTION

The maximum permissible load of the hook is 7 kg.





82

Using the system

Floor covering

Fig. 82 Fixing the floor covering: Octavia/Octavia Estate

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings



The raised floor covering of the luggage compartment can be fixed (e.g. when
handling the spare wheel):

Octavia: with the loop on a hook on the luggage compartment cover » Fig. 82 –

›



;

Octavia Estate: with the hook on the frame of the boot lid » Fig. 82 - .

›

on page 79.

CAUTION

The floor covering can be fixed in the Octavia Estate only if the variable loading
floor is folded in the upper position » Fig. 98 on page 90.

Luggage net

Fig. 83

Luggage net

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 79.



The luggage net is located on the underside of the luggage compartment cover.

The net is designed for transporting lighter objects.

WARNING

Only store soft objects with a total weight of 1.5 kg in the net. Heavy objects
are not secured sufficiently – risk of injury!

CAUTION

No objects with sharp edges should be stored in the luggage net, as they can

damage the luggage net.





Seats and useful equipment

83

Luggage compartment cover

Fig. 84 Removing/installing the luggage compartment cover

Fig. 85

Luggage compartment cover
stowed behind the rear seats

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings



Removing

Unhook the support straps 1 » Fig. 84.

›

On the underside of the cover, in the area between the holders, press 2.

›

Remove the cover.

›

Install

Place the cover on the contact surfaces of the side trim panel.

›

The mounts of the cover 3 » Fig. 84 must be positioned above the holders

›

of the side trim panel.
Press on the upper side of the cover so that the mounts fully interlock in the

›

holders.
Hook the support straps 1 on the boot lid.

›

The removed boot cover can be stowed behind the seat backrest » Fig. 85.

on page 79.

WARNING

No objects should be placed on the luggage compartment cover, the vehicle
occupants could be endangered if there is sudden braking or the vehicle col­lides with something.

CAUTION

■

Please ensure that the heating elements for the rear window heater are not

damaged as a result of objects placed in this area.

■

When closing the boot lid, jamming and damage to the luggage compartment

cover or the side trim panel can occur if handled in an unprofessional way. The
following guidelines must be observed.

■

The mounts of the cover 3 » Fig. 84 must be interlocked in the holders of the
side trim panel 2.

■

The items which are transported must not exceed the height of the luggage
compartment cover.

■

The cover must not be jammed in the seal of the boot lid when it is in the
opened position.

■

There must be no object in the gap between the opened cover and the rear
backrest.

Note

Opening the boot lid also lifts up the boot cover.

2



84

Using the system

Roll-up luggage compartment cover (Octavia Estate)

Stowing roll-up luggage compartment cover and roof racks

Fig. 86 Pull out and remove the roll-up luggage compartment cover/roll up
roll-up luggage compartment cover

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 79.



Pulling out

Grasp the cover on the handle A » Fig. 86 and pull it out in the direction of the

›

arrow 1 until it clicks.

Folding

Push the cover in the area of the handle A » Fig. 86 in the direction of the ar-

›

2

row

.

The cover rolls up automatically.

Removing/inserting

The fully rolled-up luggage compartment cover can be removed (e.g. for the
transport of bulky objects).

Push on the side of the crossbar in the direction of the arrow 3 » Fig. 86 and

›

remove the cover in the direction of the arrow 4.

Insertion takes place in the reverse order.

The removed luggage compartment cover can be stowed in the storage compart­ment under the variable loading floor » page 85, Stowing roll-up luggage com-
partment cover and roof racks.

WARNING

No objects should be placed on the foldable boot cover.

Fig. 87 Removing the side covers/stowing roof racks properly

Fig. 88

Stowing roll-up luggage compartment cover/stowing roof racks and

roll-up luggage compartment cover properly

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings



If the vehicle is equipped with the variable loading floor, the removed roll-up lug-

gage compartment cover and the roof racks can be stowed in the recesses of the

luggage compartment side trim.

Stowing the roof racks

Fold the variable loading floor in the upper position » page 90.

›

Remove the side covers of the luggage compartment in the direction of the ar-

›

row 1 » Fig. 87.
Insert the front roof rack A into the front recesses of the side trim.

›



Insert the rear roof rack B into the rear recesses of the side trim.

›

on page 79.

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

85

Replace the side trims of the luggage compartment in the opposite direction of

›

the arrow 1.
Fold out the variable loading floor to the upper position » page 89.

›

Stowing the roll-up luggage compartment cover

Fold the variable loading floor in the upper position » page 90.

›

Remove the side covers of the luggage compartment in the direction of the ar-

›

row 1 » Fig. 87.
Insert the front part of the roll-up luggage compartment cover under a portion

›

of the side trim D » Fig. 88 on the left.
Fold the rear part of the roll-up luggage compartment cover in the direction of

›

the arrow
Replace the side trims of the luggage compartment in the opposite direction of

›

the arrow 1 » Fig. 87.
Fold out the variable loading floor to the upper position » page 89.

›

When stowing both the roof rack and the roll-up luggage compartment cover, the
rear part of the roll-up luggage compartment cover should overlap the rear roof
rack » Fig. 88.

2

.

Note

■

Before stowing the roof rack, pull out the key from the carrier, otherwise it

could be damaged.

■

The keys to the roof rack can be stowed in the recess C » Fig. 87.

Storage compartment in the luggage compartment

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 79.



Increasing the size of the boot

Remove the cover of the storage compartment A in the direction of the arrow

›

1

» Fig. 89.

Securing items of luggage

The cargo element B (part of the cover of the storage compartment) in the di-

›

rection of the arrow 2 » Fig. 89.
Secure the cargo element with Velcro on the floor covering of the luggage com-

›

partment.

The stowage compartment can be located on either of the two sides of the lug­gage compartment, according to the model.

CAUTION

■

The storage compartment is designed for storing small objects of up to 2.5 kg.

in weight in total.

■

The cargo element is designed for attaching objects with a maximum gross

weight of 8 kg.

■

When using the storage compartment, take care not to damage it or the lug-

gage compartment lining.



Note

We recommend you use the cargo element to secure items of luggage behind the
rear seats.



Removing stowage compartment and cargo element/example of at-

Fig. 89

taching an item of luggage using the cargo element

86

Using the system

Storage compartments under the floor covering

Storage box

Fig. 90 Lift floor covering/storage compartments under the floor covering

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings



The storage compartments are located under the floor covering of the luggage
compartment in vehicles without a spare wheel.

Use

Dividing the luggage compartment with variable loading floor » page 90.

›

Remove the fog floor covering in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 90.

›

Fix the hook B to the top edge of the variable loading floor.

›

It is possible to store also objects with larger heights in the storage compart­ments

on page 79.

A

, thereby using the maximum height of the luggage compartment.

CAUTION

■

An item of luggage weighing up to 15 kg can be stored in each storage compart-

ment.

■

Do not stored any sharp objects in the storage compartments.

■

Do not load the storage compartments at specific points or they may be dam-

aged.

■

Place the objects carefully into the storage compartments to avoid damage to

the compartments.

Fig. 91 Storage box: Sliding out/removing

Fig. 92

Storage box: Insert lateral carri­er rail

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings



The storage box under the luggage compartment cover can be divided by means

of two lateral carrier rails

Inserting/removing the box

Remove the box with box hands in the direction of the arrow 1 » Fig. 91 as far as

›

the stop B.

Insertion takes place in the reverse order.



Removing/inserting the box

Remove the box with both hands in the direction of the arrow 2 » Fig. 91 after

›

passing the stop

Insertion takes place in the reverse order.

on page 79.

B

.

A

» Fig. 91.

Seats and useful equipment



87

Inserting/removal lateral carrier rails

You can insert/remove the later carrier rails when the box has been removed as
far as the stop B » Fig. 91.

Insert the catches on the lateral carrier rail underneath the front edge of the

›

box 1 in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 92.
Secure the other side of the lateral carrier rail in the hole 2 the direction of the

›

arrow.

Removal is carried out in the reverse order.

CAUTION

■

The maximum permissible load of the storage box is 2.5 kg.

■

Prevent objects stored in the storage box from slipping at all times using the

lateral carrier rails.

■

Before driving, the box must be pushed in so that it is not damaged.

Multifunction box (Octavia Estate)

Multifunction box: pulling out/pushing in

Fig. 93

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 79.



The multifunction box under the roll-up luggage compartment cover is provided
for the storage of clothing and light objects with no sharp edges.

Pulling out

Fold down the front hooks on both sides of the luggage compart-

›

ment » page 82.
Grasp the rear bar A» Fig. 93 with both hands and pull out the complete box in

›

the direction of the arrow 1.
Place the rear bar onto the two hooks that are folded forward in the direction of

›

the arrow

Pushing in

Remove the rear bar from the hook in the direction of the arrow 3 » Fig. 93.

›



Push in the complete multifunction box in the direction of the arrow 4.

›

Place the rear bar against the front bar and press it on at both ends B.

›

Fold back the front hooks on both sides of the luggage compartment.

›

Removing/inserting

Remove the roll-up luggage compartment cover » page 85.

›

Remove the multifunction box from the receptacle in the direction of the ar-

›

row » Fig. 94.

Insertion takes place in the reverse order.

When inserting, push the end of the bar marked   into the right receptacle and

›

the end of the bar marked   into the left receptacle. The arrows should be
pointing forward » Fig. 94.

2

all the way to the stop.

CAUTION

The maximum permissible load of the multifunction box is 3 kg.



88

Using the system

Fig. 94

Removing the multifunction box

Variable loading floor in luggage compartment



Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Positions of the variable loading floor 89

Folding up variable loading floor 90
Dividing the luggage compartment

90



The variable loading floor makes handling of bulky items of luggage easier.

CAUTION

The maximum permissible load of the variable loading floor is 75 kg. For the trans­port of heavy loads, adjust the variable loading floor in the lower posi­tion » page 89.

Note

The space below the variable loading floor can be used for stowing objects, for
example, the removed roll-up luggage compartment cover, roof cross bars,
etc. » page 85.

Fig. 96 Setting the variable loading floor to the lower position/variable



loading floor in the lower position

Positions of the variable loading floor

Fig. 95 Setting the variable loading floor to the upper position/variable
loading floor in the upper position

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 88.



The variable loading floor can be set to the upper or lower position.

Setting to the upper position

Grasp the rear of the variable loading floor by the handle A » Fig. 95.

›

Lift the variable loading floor about 20 cm, pull it to yourself and raise it in the

›

direction of the arrow 1 to the level of the roll-up luggage compartment cover
until it clicks.

After an audible click, the variable loading floor can be stowed in the upper posi-

tion by pushing it forward.

Setting to the lower position

Check that there are no objects in the space under the variable loading floor.

›

Grasp the rear of the variable loading floor by the handle A » Fig. 96.

›

Lift the variable loading floor about 10 cm in the direction of the arrow 2 and

›

pull it back in the direction of the arrow

The variable loading floor moves automatically to the lower position where it can

be stored by pressing it forward.

The resulting space under the variable loading floor set to the upper position can

be used to store objects.

The variable loading floor can be folded up in both positions » page 90 or used

for dividing the luggage compartment » page 90.

3

.

Seats and useful equipment



89

Folding up variable loading floor

Dividing the luggage compartment

Fig. 97

fold up variable loading floor

Fig. 98 Variable loading floor folded up: in the lower position/in the upper
position

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 88.



The variable loading floor can be folded up in the lower and the upper posi­tion » Fig. 98.

Grasp the rear of the variable loading floor by the handle A » Fig. 97 and lift in

›

the direction of the arrow 1.
Fold up the variable loading floor by moving it in the direction of the arrow 2.

›

Fig. 99

Dividing the boot with variable
loading floor

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 88.



The luggage compartment can be divided with the variable loading floor in the
lower and upper position.

Raise the rear of the variable loading floor by the handle A » Fig. 99.
Push the rear edge of the variable loading floor into the grooves B in the direc-

tion of the arrow.
The variable loading floor is secured against movements in the grooves

Net partition (Octavia Estate)

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Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Using the net partition behind the rear seats 91

Using the net partition behind the front seats
Removing and installing the net partition housing 92

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B

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.

92

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90

Using the system

WARNING

■

Check that the crossbar of the net partition is hung firmly into the recepta-

cles D » Fig. 100 on page 91 and C » Fig. 102 on page 92.

■

The belts and the belt locks must be in their original position after folding

back the seat backrests – they must be ready to use.

■

The seat backrests must be securely interlocked in position so that no ob­jects in the luggage compartment can slide into the passenger compartment if
there is sudden braking – risk of injury.

■

Ensure that the rear seat backrests are properly engaged. It is only then that
the three-point seat belt for the middle seat can reliably fulfil its function.

Using the net partition behind the rear seats

Fig. 100 Folding out part of the roll-up luggage compartment cover/net par­tition behind the rear seats in the pulled-out state

Fig. 101

Net partition: Release lever

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 90.



Pulling out

Fold out part of the roll-up luggage compartment cover A in the direction of

›

the arrow » Fig. 100.
Pull out the net partition at the upper crossbar B from the housing C.

›

Hook the crossbar into one of the receptacles D.

›

On the other side, press on the crossbar in the direction of the arrow 1 and hook

›

it into the appropriate receptacle D.
Fold back part of the roll-up luggage compartment cover A in the opposite di-

›



rection of the arrow.

Folding

Fold out part of the roll-up luggage compartment cover A in the direction of

›

the arrow » Fig. 100.
Press on the crossbar in the direction of the arrow 1 and remove it from the re-

›

ceptacles

Hold the crossbar B in such a way that the net partition can slowly roll up into

›

the housing C without being damaged.
Fold back part of the roll-up luggage compartment cover A in the opposite di-

›

rection of the arrow.

D

, first on one side, then on the other side.

CAUTION

If the net partition blocks when pulling it out of the housing, push the release lev­er A in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 101.

Note

If you wish to use the entire luggage compartment, the roll-up luggage compart­ment cover can be removed » page 85.

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Seats and useful equipment

91

Using the net partition behind the front seats

Removing and installing the net partition housing

Fig. 102

Net partition behind the front
seats in the pulled-out state

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 90.



Pulling out

Fold the rear seats forward » page 69.

›

Pull out the net partition at the upper crossbar A from the housing

›

B

» Fig. 102.

Hook the crossbar into one of the receptacles C.

›

On the other side, press on the crossbar in the direction of the arrow 1 and hook

›

it into the appropriate receptacle C.

Folding

Press on the crossbar in the direction of the arrow 1 and remove it from the re-

›

ceptacles C, first on one side, then on the other side.

Hold the crossbar A in such a way that the net partition can slowly roll up into

›

the housing B without being damaged.
Fold the rear seats back into their original positions » page 69.

›

CAUTION

If the net partition blocks when pulling it out of the housing, push the release lev­er A in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 101 on page 91.

Fig. 103

Rear seats: Removing the net
partition housing

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 90.



Removing

Fold the rear seats forward » page 69.

›

Open the rear right door » page 34.

›

Push the net partition housing A in the direction of the arrow 1 and remove it

›

from the mounts on the right seat backrests in the direction of the arrow

2

» Fig. 103.

Install

Insert the recesses on the net partition housing into the mounts on the rear

›

seat backrests.
Push the net partition housing in the opposite direction of the arrow

›

1

» Fig. 103 as far as the stop.

Fold the rear seats back into their original positions » page 69.

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Roof rack system





Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Attachment points 93

Roof load 94

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

92

Using the system

WARNING

■

The items which you transport on the roof rack must be reliably attached –
risk of accident!

■

Always secure the load with appropriate and undamaged lashing straps or
tensioning straps.

■

Distribute the load evenly over the roof rack system.

■

When transporting heavy objects or objects which take up a large area on
the roof rack system, the handling of the car may change as a result of the
displacement of the centre of gravity. The style of driving and speed must
therefore be adapted to the current circumstances.

■

Avoid abrupt and sudden driving/braking manoeuvres.

■

Adjust the speed and driving style to the visibility, weather, road and traffic
conditions.

■

The permissible roof load, permissible axle loads and gross permissible
weight of the vehicle must not be exceeded under any circumstances – risk of
accident!

CAUTION

■

Only use roof rack systems approved by ŠKODA.

■

If other roof rack systems are used or if the roof bars are not fitted correctly,

any resulting damage to the vehicle is not covered by the warranty. Therefore ob­serve the supplied fitting instructions for the roof rack system are observed.

■

On models fitted with a sliding/tilting roof, ensure that the sliding/tilting roof

does not strike any items of luggage transported on the roof.

■

Ensure that the luggage compartment lid does not hit the roof load when

opened.

■

The height of the vehicle changes after mounting a roof luggage rack system

and the load that is secured to it. Compare the vehicle height with available clear­ances, such as underpasses and garage doors.

■

Always remove the roof luggage rack system before entering an automated car

wash.

■

Ensure the roof aerial is not impaired by the secured load.

For the sake of the environment

The increased aerodynamic drag results in a higher fuel consumption.

Note

The removed roof rack for the Octavia Estate can be stowed in the stowage com­partment under the variable loading floor » page 85, Stowing roll-up luggage
compartment cover and roof racks.

Attachment points

Does not apply to the Octavia Estate.

Fig. 104 Attachment points for roof bars

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 92.



Installation location of the attachment points for roof bars » Fig. 104:

A

Front attachment points

B

Rear attachment points

Perform the assembly and disassembly according to the enclosed instructions.

CAUTION

Observe the information regarding the assembly and disassembly in the enclosed
instructions.

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

Seats and useful equipment

93

Roof load

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 92.



The maximum permissible roof load (including roof rack system) of 75 kg and the
maximum permissible total weight of the vehicle should not be exceeded.

The full permissible roof load cannot be used if a roof rack system with a lower
load carrying capacity is used. In this case, the roof rack system must only be loa­ded up to the maximum weight limit specified in the fitting instructions.

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94

Using the system

Heating and air conditioning system

Heating, ventilation, cooling

Introduction



This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Air outlets

Using the air conditioning system economically 96
Operational problems 97

The heating effect is dependent upon the coolant temperature, thus full heat
output only occurs when the engine has reached its operating temperature.

If the cooling system is switched on, the temperature and air humidity drops in
the vehicle. The cooling system prevents the windows from misting up during the
cold season of the year.

It is possible to briefly activate recirculated air mode to enhance the cooling ef­fect.

Please refer to the information regarding recirculated air mode for the air-condi­tioning system » page 100 or for Climatronic » page 103.

WARNING

For your own safety and that of other road users, ensure that all the windows
are free of ice, snow and misting. Please familiarize yourself about how to cor­rectly operate the heating and ventilation systems, how to demist and defrost
the windows, as well as with the cooling mode.

CAUTION

■

The air inlet in front of the windscreen must be free of e.g. ice, snow or leaves

to ensure that the heating and cooling system operates properly.

■

After switching on the cooling Condensation from the evaporator of the air con-

ditioning may drip down and form a puddle below the vehicle. This is not a leak!

96

Note

■

The used air streams out through the vents in the luggage compartment.

■

We recommend that you do not smoke in the vehicle when the recirculating air
mode is operating since the smoke which is drawn at the evaporator from the in­terior of the vehicle forms deposits in the evaporator of the air conditioning sys­tem. This produces a permanent odour when the air conditioning system is oper­ating which can only be eliminated through considerable effort and expense (re­placement of compressor).

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Heating and air conditioning system

95

Air outlets

Fig. 105 Air vents at the front

Air vents at the rear

Fig. 106

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 95.



Warmed, unwarmed or cooled air will flow out of the air outlet vents according to
the setting of the regulator of the heating or the air conditioning system and the
atmospheric conditions.

The direction of airflow can be adjusted using the air outlet vents 3, 4 » Fig. 105
and 6 » Fig. 106 - the outlets can be opened and closed individually.

Changing the air flow direction

To change the height of the air flow, swivel the horizontal fins with the movable

›

adjuster A » Fig. 105 or » Fig. 106 upward or downward.
To change the lateral direction of the air flow, turn the vertical fins with the

›

movable adjuster A » Fig. 105 or » Fig. 106 to the left or right.

Open/close

Turn the wheel B » Fig. 105 or » Fig. 106 upwards or downwards.

›

An overview of the available settings for adjusting the direction of the air outlet

Setting the direction of the air

outlet

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







Note

Do not cover the air outlet vents with any objects, of any kind.

Using the air conditioning system economically

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 95.



The compressor on the air conditioning system uses power from the engine when
in cooling mode which will effect the fuel consumption.

It recommended to open the windows or the doors of a vehicle for which the inte­rior has been strongly heated through the effect of direct sunlight in order to al­low the heated air to escape.

Active air outlet vents

1, 2, 4

1, 2, 4, 5, 7

3, 4, 6

4, 5, 7

3, 4, 5, 6, 7

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

96

Using the system

The cooling system should not be switched on while travelling when the window
is open.

For the sake of the environment

Pollutant emissions are also reduced when fuel is saved » page 125, Economical
and environmentally friendly driving.

Operational problems

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn­ings on page 95.



If the cooling system does not operate at outside temperatures higher than +5 °C,
there is a problem in the system. The reasons for this may be.

One of the fuses has blown. Check the fuse and replace if necessa-

›

ry » page 232.
The cooling system has switched off automatically for a short time because the

›

coolant temperature of the engine is too hot » page 10.

If you are not able to resolve the operational fault yourself, or if the cooler output
has reduced, switch off the cooling system and get assistance from a ŠKODA Spe­cialist garage.

Heating



Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Control elements

Adjusting
Recirculated air mode 98

97
98

Control elements

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Fig. 107 Heating: Control elements

First read and observe the introductory information given on page 97.



Functions of the individual controls » Fig. 107:



A

Set the temperature (turn to the left: Turn to the right to reduce the tem­perature: increase temperature)

B

Set the blower stage (stage 0: Blower off, stage 6: the highest blower
stage)

C

Set the direction of the air outlet » page 96
Switch the rear window heater on/off » page 56



Open/close the fresh air supply (recirculation) » page 98



The blower should always be on to prevent the windows from misting up.

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

Heating and air conditioning system

97

Adjusting

First read and observe the introductory information given on page 97.



Recommended basic settings of the heating controls for the respective operating modes:

Set-up

Defrosting the windscreen and side
windows

Free windscreen and side windows
from mist

Rapid heating

Comfortable heating Desired temperature 2-4

Fresh air mode – ventilation

a)

Warmer air is directed to the footwell than to the upper part of the body.

We recommend that you leave the air outlet vents 3 » Fig. 105 on page 96 in the
open position in all operating modes.

Setting of the control dial » Fig. 107 on page 97

A B C

To the right up to the

stop

Desired temperature 3-5

To the right up to the

stop

To the left up to the

stop

4-5

4-5

1-6

  

Recirculated air mode is switched off automatically if the air distribution control



C

switched on again from this setting by repeatedly pressing the symbol button .

Recirculated air mode

First read and observe the introductory information given on page 97.



Recirculated air mode prevents polluted air outside the vehicle from getting into
the vehicle, for example when driving through a tunnel or when standing in a
traffic jam.

Switching on/off

Press the symbol button .

›

The warning light below the button lights up.

Press the symbol button  again.

›

The warning light below the button goes out.



Button









a)

» Fig. 107 on page 97 is turned to position . Recirculated air mode can be

Do not switch on

Do not switch on

Briefly switch on Opening

Do not switch on Opening

Do not switch on Opening

Air outlet vents 4 » Fig. 105 on

page 96

Open and align with the side win-

dow

Open and align with the side win-

dow

WARNING

Do not leave recirculated air mode on over a longer period of time, as “stale”
air can cause fatigue of the driver and passengers, reduce attention levels and
also cause the windows to mist up. The risk of having an accident increases.
Switch off recirculated air mode as soon as the windows start to mist up.

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98

Using the system