Skoda 2013 Octavia A7 User 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 informa-
tion 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.
CAUTION
A Caution note draws your attention to the possibility of damage to your vehicle
(e.g. damage to gearbox), or points out general risks of an accident.
For the sake of the environment
An Environmental note draws your attention to environmental protection aspects.
This is where you will, for example, find tips aimed at reducing your fuel consump-
tion.
Note
A normal Note draws your attention to important information about the operation
of your vehicle.

Preface
You have opted for a ŠKODA – our sincere thanks for your confidence in us.
You have received a vehicle with the latest technology and range of amenities. The new operating concept
allows you to make vehicle settings and to operate electronic systems centrally from the Infotainment sys-
tem.
In addition to this Owner's Manual, please also carefully read the Infotainment operating manual, because
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 hope you enjoy driving your ŠKODA, and wish you a pleasant journey at all times.
Your ŠKODA AUTO a.s. (hereinafter referred to only as ŠKODA or manufacturer) 

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 man-
uals and instructions may be provided (e.g. an operating manual for the Infotain-
ment Radio).
If one of the documents listed above is missing, please contact a ŠKODA Partner.
Terms used
The on-board literature contains the following terms relating to the service work
for your vehicle.
›“Specialist garage” - a company that carries out specialist service tasks for
ŠKODA vehicles
›“ŠKODA service partner” - a company that is contractually authorized by ŠKODA
AUTO a.s. to carry out service tasks for ŠKODA vehicles
›“ŠKODA Partners” - a company that is authorized by ŠKODA AUTO a.s. to sell
ŠKODA products or carry out service work, or to carry out these tasks in parallel
The owner's manual
This owner's manual describes all possible equipment variants without identify-
ing 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 scope of equipment in your vehicle relates to your sales contract for the vehi-
cle. More information is available from the ŠKODA Partner where you bought the
vehicle.
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 Infotain-
ment navigation system.
The illustrations can differ in minor details from your vehicle; they are only inten-
ded for general information.
The service schedule:
›Contains vehicle data including information on service work carried out;
›Is intended as proof of services carried out;
›Is intended for records relating to the mobility warranty (only valid for some
countries);
›Serves as a warranty certificate from the ŠKODA Partner where your vehicle
was purchased.
Therefore please always present the service schedule when you take your vehicle
to a specialist garage.
If the service schedule is missing or in poor condition, please contact the special-
ist garage that regularly services your vehicle. You will need to request a dupli-
cate, in which the specialist garage will confirm the service work previously car-
ried out.
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 coun-
tries.

Table of Contents
Abbreviations
Using the system
Cockpit 7
Overview 6
Instruments and warning lights 9
Instrument cluster 9
Warning lights 14
Warning icons in the display 20
Information system 25
Driver information system 25
Driving data (Multifunction display) 28
Unlocking and opening 32
Unlocking and locking 32
KESSY 38
Anti-theft alarm system 39
Luggage compartment lid 40
Electric luggage compartment lid (Octavia
Estate) 41
Electrical power windows 44
Panoramic sliding/tilting roof (Octavia) 47
Panoramic sliding/tilting roof (Octavia Estate) 48
Lights and visibility 51
Lights 51
Interior lights 58
Visibility 60
Windscreen wipers and washers 62
Rear mirror 64
Seats and useful equipment 67
Adjusting the seats 67
Seat features 71
Useful equipment 74
Luggage compartment 85
Variable loading floor in the luggage
compartment (Estate) 94
Net partition (Octavia Estate) 96
Roof rack system 98
Heating and air conditioning system 101
Heating, ventilation, cooling 101
Heating 103
Air conditioning system (manual air conditioning
system) 105
Climatronic (automatic air conditioning
system) 107
Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and
ventilation) 110
Driving
Starting-off and Driving 113
Steering 113
Start and stop the engine with the key 114
Start and stop the engine - KESSY 116
Braking 119
Manual shifting of gears and pedals 121
Automatic transmission 121
Running in 125
Economical driving and environmental
sustainability 126
Avoiding damage to your vehicle 130
Driving abroad 131
Assist systems 132
Brake assist systems 132
Parking aid 135
Park assist 137
Cruise Control System 141
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) 143
Area monitoring system (Front Assist) 149
START-STOP 153
Driving mode 156
ProActive passenger protection 158
Lane Assist 158
Traffic sign recognition 161
Fatigue detection (break recommendation) 162
Towing a trailer 164
Towing device 164
Trailer 167
Safety
Passive Safety 171
General information 171
Correct seated position 172
Seat belts 175
Using seat belts 175
Inertia reel and belt pretensioners 178
Airbag system 180
Description of the airbag system 180
Airbag overview 181
Deactivating airbags 185
Transporting children safely 188
Child seat 188
Fastening elements 191
General Maintenance
Taking care of and cleaning the vehicle 193
Washing your car 193
Taking care of your vehicle exterior 194
Taking care of the interior 198
Modifications, repairs and technical alterations 200
Inspecting and replenishing 204
Fuel 204
Engine compartment 206
Engine oil 210
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Table of Contents

Coolant 212
Brake fluid 214
Vehicle battery 215
Wheels 220
Tyres and wheel rims 220
Winter operation 226
Do-it-yourself
Emergency equipment, and self-help 227
Emergency equipment 227
Changing a wheel 229
Tyre repair 232
Jump-starting 235
Towing the vehicle 236
Remote control 238
Emergency unlocking/locking 239
Replacing windscreen wiper blades 241
Fuses and light bulbs 243
Fuses 243
Bulbs 247
Technical data
Technical data 254
Vehicle data 254
Index
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Abbreviations
Abbreviation Definition
rpm Engine revolutions per minute
ABS Anti-lock brake system
ACC Adaptive cruise control
AHL Adaptive headlights
TCS Traction control
CO2 in g/km discharged quantity of carbon dioxide in grams per driven kilo-
metre
DPF Diesel particle filter
DSG Automatic double clutch gearbox
DSR Active driver-steering recommendation
EDL Electronic differential lock
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

Fig. 1 Cockpit
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Using the system
Cockpit
Overview
Electrical power windows 44
Door opening lever on the driver's side 37
Electric exterior mirror adjustment 66
Air outlet vent on the driver's side 102
Operating lever:
›Turn signal light, headlight and parking light, headlight flasher 53
›Speed regulating system 141
›Activating the menu item wizard 27
Steering wheel:
›With horn
›With driver’s front airbag 182
›With keys for the Infotainment control » Infotainment manual,
chapter Device Operation
Instrument cluster 9
Operating lever:
›Windscreen wiper and wash system 62
›Multifunction display 28
›Information display 27
Air outlets in the central part of the dash panel 102
Infotainment » owner's manual for the Infotainment radio or navi-
gation
Warning light for the deactivated front seat passenger airbag 186
Button for hazard warning light system 57
Interior rear-view mirror 65
Storage compartment on the front passenger side 81
Front passenger airbag 182
CD/DVD drive and memory card slot (in the passenger-side storage
compartment) » owner's manual for the Infotainment radio and/or
navigation
Air outlet vent on the front passenger side 102
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Key switch for switching off the front passenger airbag (in front
passenger storage compartment) 186
Door opening lever on the front passenger side 37
Power window in the front passenger door 46
Light switch 52
Storage compartment on the driver's side 75
Fuse box (behind the storage compartment on the driver's side) 244
Bonnet release lever 208
Operating lever for adaptive cruise control 146
Lever for adjusting the steering wheel 114
Ignition lock 115
Pedals 121
Storage compartment/ phone box » Infotainment manual, chap-
ter Phonebox
Handbrake lever 120
Depending on equipment fitted:
›Gearshift lever (manual gearbox) 121
›Selector lever (automatic gearbox) 122
Depending on equipment fitted:
›Operating controls for the heating 103
›Operating controls for the air conditioning system 105
›Operating controls for Climatronic 107
Depending on equipment fitted:
›12-Volt power socket 79
›Cigarette lighter 78
Bar with keys depending on the equipment fitted:
› Central locking system 36
› START STOP 153
› Traction control TCS 133
› Electronic Stability Control ESC 132
› Selection of driving mode 156
› Park Assist 137
› Parking aid 135
› Tyre inflation pressure calibration 223
Depending on equipment fitted:
›USB/AUX input » Infotainment Manual, chapter USB/AUX In-
puts
›MEDIA IN input » Infotainment Manual, chapter MEDIA IN input 
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27
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Cockpit

Note
The arrangement of the controls and switches and the location of some items on
right-hand drive models may differ from that shown in » Fig. 1. The symbols on
the controls and switches are the same as for left-hand drive models. 
8Using the system