Skoda OCTAVIA 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.
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
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.
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 man-
uals and instructions may be provided (e.g. an operating manual for the Infotain-
ment 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 ve-
hicle. 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 Infotain-
ment navigation system.
The illustrations can differ in minor details from your vehicle; they are only inten-
ded for general information.
The Service Plan:
›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 coun-
tries.

Table of Contents
Abbreviations
Using the system
Cockpit 7
Overview 6
Instruments and warning lights 9
Instrument cluster 9
Warning lights 12
Information system 21
Introductory information 21
Outside temperature 21
Recommended gear 21
Door, boot lid and bonnet warning 21
Eco tips 21
Driving data (Multifunction display) 22
Information display 25
Traffic sign recognition 25
Fatigue detection (break recommendation) 27
Unlocking and locking 28
Vehicle key 28
Child safety lock 29
Open door and close 29
Central locking system 29
Locking/unlocking with the key 31
Vehicle locking/unlocking from the inside 32
Remote control 32
KESSY system 33
Anti-theft alarm system 35
Emergency unlocking/locking 36
Luggage compartment lid 37
Electrical power windows 38
Power panoramic sliding/sliding tilting roof 41
Lights and visibility 43
Lights 43
Interior light 51
Visibility 52
Windscreen wipers and washers 53
Rear mirror 56
Seats and Stowage 59
Front seats 59
Seat heaters 62
Head restraints 63
Rear seats 63
Boot 64
Roof rack system 68
Cup holder 69
Ashtray 70
Cigarette lighter 70
Sockets 71
Storage compartments 72
Clothes hooks 79
Parking ticket holder 80
Heating and air conditioning system 81
Heating and air conditioning system 81
Air outlets 82
Heating 83
Air conditioning system (manual air conditioning
system) 84
Climatronic (automatic air conditioning
system) 86
Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and
ventilation) 88
Starting-off and Driving 92
Starting and stopping the engine 92
KESSY system 95
Brakes 97
Shifting 99
Pedals 99
Driving and the Environment 100
Running in 100
Catalytic converter 100
Economical and environmentally friendly
driving 101
Environmental compatibility 103
Driving abroad 104
Driving through water on the street 104
Towing a trailer 106
Towing device 106
Loading a trailer 109
Driving with a trailer 110
Assist systems 112
Brake assist systems 112
Parking aid 114
Park Assist 116
Cruise control system (CCS) 119
START/STOP 121
Select driving mode 124
ProActive passenger protection 125
Lane Assist 126
Automatic gearbox 129
Automatic transmission 129
Communication 134
Introductory information 134
Declaration of conformity 134
Warning statement 134
Phonebox 135
Multimedia 135
Safety
Passive Safety 138
General information 138
Correct seated position 139
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Table of Contents

Seat belts 142
Seat belts 142
Airbag system 146
Description of the airbag system 146
Front airbags 147
Driver’s knee airbag 148
Side airbags 149
Head airbags 150
Deactivating airbags 151
Passenger protection system 153
Introductory information 153
Activating the system 153
Transporting children safely 154
Child seat 154
General Maintenance
Taking care of and cleaning the vehicle 159
Taking care of your vehicle 159
Accessories, changes and replacement of
parts 165
Inspecting and replenishing 167
Fuel 167
Engine compartment 169
Vehicle battery 176
Wheels 181
Tyres and wheel rims 181
Do-it-yourself
Do-it-yourself 188
First-aid kit and warning triangle 188
Fire extinguisher 188
Vehicle tool kit 188
Changing a wheel 189
Tyre repair 192
Jump-starting 195
Towing the vehicle 196
Fuses and light bulbs 199
Fuses 199
Bulbs 202
Technical data
Technical data 207
Introductory information 207
Vehicle identification data 207
Dimensions 208
Specifications and engine oil capacity 209
Vehicle-specific information depending on
engine type 210
Index
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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

Fig. 1 Cockpit
6Using the system

Using the system
Cockpit
Overview
Electrical power windows 38
Door opening lever on the driver's side 29
Electric exterior mirror adjustment 58
Air outlet vent on the driver's side 82
Operating lever:
›Turn signal light, headlight and parking light, headlight flasher 45
›Speed regulating system 119
Steering wheel:
›With horn
›With driver’s front airbag 147
›With pushbuttons for radio, navigation system and mobile
phone 134
Instrument cluster: Instruments and warning lights 9
Operating lever:
›Multifunction display 22
›Windscreen wiper and wash system 53
Air outlet vents, middle 82
Depending on equipment fitted:
›Infotainment Radio » operating instructions for Infotainment
Radio
›Infotainment Navigation » operating instructions for the Info-
tainment Navigation
Warning light for the deactivated front seat passenger airbag 151
Switch for hazard warning lights 49
Interior rear-view mirror 57
Storage compartment on the front passenger side 73
Front passenger airbag 147
CD/DVD/Blu-ray drive and memory card slot (in the passenger-side
storage compartment) » operating instructions for Infotainment
Radio and/or Infotainment Navigation
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
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9
10
11
12
13
14
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Air outlet vent on the front passenger side 82
Key switch for switching off the front passenger airbag (in front
passenger storage compartment) 151
Door opening lever on the front passenger side 29
Electric power-operated window front passenger side 40
Light switch 44
Fuse box (behind the storage compartment in the dash panel) 200
Bonnet release lever 171
Lever for adjusting the steering wheel 93
Ignition lock 94
Pedals 99
Storage compartment 74
Handbrake lever 98
Depending on equipment fitted:
›Gearshift lever (manual gearbox) 99
›Selector lever (automatic gearbox) 130
Depending on equipment fitted:
›Operating controls for the heating 83
›Operating controls for the air conditioning system 84
›Operating controls for Climatronic 86
Depending on equipment fitted:
›12-Volt power socket 71
›Cigarette lighter 70
Bar with keys depending on the equipment fitted:
› Central locking system 32
› START STOP 121
› Traction control TCS 113
› Electronic Stability Control ESC 112
› Selection of driving mode 124
› Park Assist 116
› Parking aid 114
› Tyre inflation pressure calibration 185
Depending on equipment fitted:
›USB/AUX input 134
›MEDIA IN input 134 
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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