Skoda Octavia (2003/08) Owner Manual

The noise level and wear and tear are also influenced by how you personally handle your vehicle. This Owner ´s Manual tells you how to drive
Please also refer to all the texts identified with a
` in this Owner ´s Manual.
Make your contribution - for the sake of
the environment.
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The fuel consumption of your Škoda - and thus
the level of pollutants contained in the exhaust
- is also determined by how you drive.
your Škoda to achieve the minimum impact on
the environment, and how to save money at
the same time. Look up „Environment“ in the
Index to find out more.
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Owner´s Manual
You have opted for a Škoda,
sincere thanks for your confidence.
Your Škoda has proven to be a successful car for all-round use.
Functionality, customer satisfaction and environmental protection
aspects played an important part in its design, the selection of
materials used and manufacture.
The results speak for themselves.
Your Škoda is extremely economic when it comes to fuel consumption, has a low pollution level, needs only a small amount of
servicing at long intervals and has durable wearing parts.
Your Škoda thus has all the virtues typical for a modern car such
as good motoring economy, quality, reliability and long-time retention of its value.
An efficient service organisation is available for looking after your
Škoda: in Europe alone, the service network already comprises
more than 2500 Škoda Dealers that work economically and professionally in accordance with factory guidelines.
These Škoda Dealers are also committed to ensure that your
Škoda is always in proper condition.
A requirement for warranting repairs free of charge is that
the Service Inspections (see Service Schedule) and repairs
during the warranty period have been carried out by an authorized Škoda Dealer.
Warranty claims are void if the damage to the vehicle has been
caused by parts and accessories not approved by the manufacturer Škoda Auto, or by failure to observe maintenance and repair
instructions.
Your Škoda Dealers will gladly supply details of the aforementioned services and possible differences in specific countries.
Please also refer to the information in the Service Schedule.
We wish you pleasant motoring at all times.
Your Škoda Auto
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT
Keys ........................................................ 6
Electronic immobiliser ............................. 7
Locking .................................................... 8
Tailgate .................................................. 11
Remote control* .................................... 12
Anti-theft alarm system* ........................ 13
Power windows* .................................... 15
Rear-view mirrors .................................. 16
Seat belts .............................................. 18
Airbag system* ...................................... 23
Safety of children .................................. 30
Integrated child seats* .......................... 36
Head restraints ...................................... 38
Front seats ............................................ 39
Electrically operated seat* .................... 40
Rear seat .............................................. 45
Luggage compartment cover ................ 46
Luggage compartment .......................... 47
Luggage compartment cover (Estate) .. 51
Raised luggage area* (Estate) .............. 51
Net partition Estate* .............................. 52
Pedals ................................................... 54
Handbrake ............................................ 55
Armrest* ................................................ 55
Mobile phone, hands-free system* ....... 56
Manual gearbox .................................... 59
Automatic gearbox* ............................... 60
Adjustable steering column .................. 64
Ignition lock ........................................... 64
Starting engine ...................................... 65
Switching off engine .............................. 67
Audible signals ...................................... 67
Audible signal when reversing* ............. 68
Excess speed signal* ............................ 68
Instruments ........................................... 69
Navigation system* ............................... 76
Indicator/warning lights ......................... 77
Switches ................................................ 82
Tempomat (cruise control system)* ...... 88
Multifunction steering wheel* ................ 90
Windscreen wiper and washer system . 91
Heating and ventilation ......................... 92
Air conditioning* .................................... 95
Climatronic (automatic air
conditioning)* ........................................ 99
Electric sliding/tilting roof* ................... 105
Sun visors ........................................... 106
Stowage compartment ........................ 107
Beverage holder* ................................ 107
Interior lights ....................................... 107
Cigarette lighter, socket ...................... 109
Ashtrays .............................................. 110
Note holder* ......................................... 111
Note holder .......................................... 111
Roof rack* ............................................ 111
DRIVING TIPS
The first 1500 kilometres
(1000 miles) - and after ....................... 113
Driving economically while protecting
the environment .................................. 114
Brakes ................................................. 116
All-wheel drive* ................................... 119
Towing a trailer .................................... 120
LongLife Service* ................................ 133
Specification ....................................... 134
Power steering .................................... 137
Cooling system ................................... 138
Brake fluid ........................................... 140
Battery ................................................. 142
Spark plugs ......................................... 146
Ribbed belt .......................................... 146
Windscreen washer system ................ 147
Windscreen wiper blades ................... 147
Dust and pollen filter* .......................... 148
Wheels ................................................ 149
Motoring abroad .................................. 154
Mobile phones and two-way radios .... 155
Accessories, modifications and parts .. 156
DO-IT-YOURSELF
First-aid box, warning triangle ............. 157
Car tool kit ........................................... 157
Tyre repair spray* ................................ 157
Tyre repair set* .................................... 158
Spare wheel ........................................ 158
Changing a wheel ............................... 158
Anti-theft lock of wheels* .................... 161
Fuses .................................................. 162
Replacing a bulb ................................. 164
Jump-starting ...................................... 172
Tow-starting/towing ............................. 173
TECHNICAL DATA
Vehicle identification data ................... 176
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Filling the tank ..................................... 123
Fuel ..................................................... 124
Care of car .......................................... 125
Bonnet ................................................. 131
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DOCUMENTATION
The documentation of your car includes in
addition to this „Owner’s Manual“, a „Service Schedule“, „Assistance in Europe“,
„Technical Data“ and all other instructions
related to the operation of the vehicle.
Moreover, other Instructions and Supplementary Instructions may be provided depending on the vehicle type and equipment
(e.g. operating instructions for the radio).
If you find that some of this printed material
is missing or if you believe that the information on some types of equipment or model
versions are incomplete or differ, please contact your Škoda Dealer immediately. Your
dealer will assist you in every possible way.
Please note that the information stated in
the vehicle registration documents always
takes precedence over the information
contained in the Owner’s Manual.
Refer to the technical documentation of
the vehicle or to the supplement to the
Owner’s Manual for the technical data
of your vehicle.
This Owner’s Manual
and the additional instructions are publications which you should read attentively as
soon as possible so that you become familiar with your car.
Please pay particular attention to the section on "Driving Tips" in this Owner’s
Manual: there you can find how you can
drive safely, economically and in an environmentally conscious way.
For safety reasons, please also pay attention to the information on Accessories, Modifications and Replacement of
Parts on page 156.
The other chapters are also important, however, for proper treatment of your car - in addition to regular care and maintenance - helps
to retain its value and in many cases is also
one of the requirements for warranty claims.
The Service Schedule
contains:
- identification data of your car,
- the service intervals,
- the service inspection to be carried out
and the mobility warranty are confirmed.
- the service work,
- information on the warranty.
The service work carried out is also confirmed in the Service Schedule, this being
a requirement for any claims under the
warranty.
Please always present the Service Schedule when you take your car to a Škoda Dealer.
In the event of loss, theft and invalidation
of the Service Schedule, please contact
your Škoda Dealer where your vehicle is
regularly serviced. You will receive a duplicate in which your Dealer has entered all
the information regarding previously carried out services.
Assistance in Europe
contains addresses and telephone numbers of the Škoda Importer.
Technical data
contain important information regarding the
vehicle.
Notes on the layout of this Manual:
This Manual describes to the maximum
possible extent the current engineering and
range of equipment of your car at the time
of going to press. Certain equipment may
only be available after a certain delay or
not at all, or is offered only in certain export countries.
Equipment marked with * is fitted as standard only to certain model versions or is
available only for certain models as optional
equipment.
Texts with the heading „Warning“
and with this background colour, refer to the risks of possible accidents
and injuries.
Texts marked with this symbol and
printed in italics provide important
information regarding protection of the
environment.
One more request in conclusion:
If you sell your car, please hand over the
complete documentation to the new owner
for the documentation belongs in the car!
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General view
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Page
Page
17
15
93,96,
103
Horn,
driver airbag*
23
16
Lever for adjusting height of steering column
64
17
Ignition lock
64
18
Ashtrays
110
19
Gearshift lever (manual gearbox), or
Selector lever (automatic gearbox)
59,
60
20
Handbrake
55
21
Control for heating and air conditioning*
22
Radio1)
23
Storage compartment
1
Exterior mirrors adjustable from inside*
2
Air vents
3
Lever for instrument cluster:
87,88
turn signals, main beam, low beam, parking light,
headlight flasher and cruise control
4
Instrument cluster:
Instruments and warning lights
69,77
5
Lever for windscreen wiper/ washer
with switch for multifunction display
71,
91
6
Switch for heated rear window
83
7
Switch for ESP/TCS
83
8
Switch for hazard warning light system
83
9
Thumbwheel for seat heater*
85
10
Remote fuel filler flap release from driver’s seat*
85
11
Passenger airbag
23
12
Switches for central locking system
and power windows
8,15
13
Remote bonnet release
131
14
Light switch, instrument lighting
Headlight beam adjustment
82
86
92, 95
94
107
n The arrangement of the controls and the styling of the dash
panel depend on the model version.
n Equipment marked with * is fitted as standard only to certain
model versions or is available only for certain models as optional
equipment.
n On right-hand drive vehicles the arrangement of the controls
and switches and the location of some items may vary. The symbols on the controls and switches are the same as for left-hand
drive vehicles.
1)
Cars with factory-fitted radio are supplied with a radio instruction leaflet.
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Keys
Two keys are supplied with the car. These
keys fit all the locks of the car.
Warning
Always withdraw the ignition key
when leaving the car - even if only for
a short time.
Note
Keep the groove of the key absolutely clean
as impurities (textile threads, dust, etc.) can
have a negative affect on the operation of
the locks, the remote control etc.
Key tab
The key tab contains the key numbers which
are essential for re-ordering replacement
keys. You can refer to these numbers to order replacement keys from a Škoda Dealer.
Note
You should keep the key tab in a separate and safe place for it is only possible to obtain replacement keys if a key
is lost or damaged by stating this number.
If you sell your car, please also hand over
the key tab to the new owner.
Key with light*
The light is switched on by pressing on the
middle of the key (arrow 1).
Changing battery or bulb
n Insert a coin into the slot on the side of
the handle (arrow 2) and lever off top part.
n Change battery or bulb. Replacement
batteries and bulbs are available from
Škoda Dealers.
Dispose of the old battery in accordance with environmental regulations.
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Electronic immobiliser
Key with remote control*
For more detailed information - see page 12.
The key version may differ depending on
the vehicle equipment.
Refer to the text on p. 12 for further details.
The immobiliser prevents any unauthorized
attempt to start the car.
An electronic chip with a program code is
located in the head of the key. If the key
with the correct code is used, the engine
control unit is activated and it is thus possible to start the engine.
If the ignition key is lost or damaged,
please contact your Skoda Dealer who
will be able to obtain a replacement key
on the basis of the code number on the
key tab.
Keep the key tab separately in a safe
place.
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Locking
The following procedure applies to cars
not fitted with central locking:
Locking from outside
When the car is unlocked with the key, the
locking button in the door moves up - refer
to ill. on p. 8.
When the car is locked, the locking button
moves down - refer to ill. on p. 8.
Locking from inside
All doors which are closed can be locked
from the inside by pressing the locking buttons. If the locking buttons have been
pressed, it is not possible to open the doors
from the outside. The doors can be opened
from the inside in the following way:
n Pull once on the door opening lever to
unlock the door.
n Pull a further time on the door opening
lever to open the door.
Note
n The opened door at the front on the
driver side cannot be locked by means of
the locking button. This is intended to prevent you unintentionally leaving the key in
the ignition lock of the locked car.
n The opened doors at the rear and the
front passenger door can be locked by
pressing the locking button and closing the
door.
n Pay attention to the locking instructions - refer to p. 10.
Child safety lock
Central locking system*
The rear doors are additionally fitted with a
child safety lock.
n Insert car key into the slot.
n Turn the key in the direction of arrow
toward the symbol. The child safety lock is
activated.
The lever for opening the door on the inside is blocked. The door can only be
opened from the outside.
n The child safety lock is cancelled if the
key is inserted into the slot and turned in
the opposite direction of the arrow. The door
can then be opened in the usual way.
The illustration shows how to operate the
central locking system of a car which is
equipped with the convenience system*.
All four doors and the tailgate can be locked or unlocked at the same time using the
central locking system.
The central locking system can be operated as follows:
- from the outside with the car key,
- from the inside with the pushbuttons 1 and
2 in the driver’s door - see illustration
Button 1 - to lock car
Button 2 - to unlock car
- by means of the locking buttons in the
doors (refer to ill. above)
only on cars which are not fitted with the
convenience system (only closing).
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- with the remote control.
Notes
n When the car is unlocked, all the locking knobs move up.
n When the car is locked, the driver’s door
should be closed. The other doors can b e
closed also after the car has been locked.
n When the car is locked, all the locking
knobs should move down. If this is not the
case, open the relevant door once again
and close it properly.
n The indicator light in the driver door next to the locking button - flashes to confirm that the car has been correctly locked.
The indicator light does not flash if the Safe
lock has been deactivated - refer to p. 9.
This does not apply, however, to models
which are equipped with the anti-theft alarm
system* because the indicator lamp in this
case signals that the system is active.
n The car can be unlocked and locked
using button 1 and 2 in the door handle
even if the ignition is switched off (provided
the car is not locked from the outside).
n The tailgate can be unlocked and locked using button 1 and 2 or the car key see chapter „Tailgate“ (Owner’s Manual).
n If the central locking system fails, it is
only possible to unlock and lock the front
doors and the tailgate with the car key.
Opening a single door
This optional function enables you to unlock only the driver door. The other doors
remain locked and are not unlocked until a
further command is given (unlock). This
necessitates changing the coding of the
central locking control unit. This is an operation which is carried out by your Škoda
dealer, who can provide you with more detailed information on this facility.
Safe lock
After the car has been locked from the outside, all the door locks are automatically
blocked. It is no longer possible to pull out
the inside locking knobs. The warning light
in the driver’s door flashes. It is not possible to open the doors either with the inside
or the outside handle. This acts as a deterrent to any attempt to break into the car.
n The Safe lock can be deactivated. This
is done by locking the car twice with the key
or the remote control within 2 seconds.
n If the Safe lock has been deactivated,
the indicator light next to the locking knob
in the driver’s door does not flash.
This does not apply to models which are
equipped with an anti-theft alarm system*
because the warning lamp signals that the
system is active.
n The Safe lock is again operational once
the car has been unlocked and locked again.
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Note
If the car is locked and the Safe lock is
deactivated, it is possible to open the doors
from the inside as follows:
n The door is unlocked by pulling the door
opening handle.
n The door is opened by once again pulling the handle.
Convenience system
When unlocking and locking the car, it is
also possible to open and close the power
windows (only to close the sliding/tilting
roof) as follows:
n Hold the key in the unlocking or locking
position until all the windows are opened
or closed. The opening or closing operation is stopped immediately once the key is
released.
The rollback protection is not active if
the convenience system is used. Refer
to p. 16 for further information.
Warning
n If the vehicle is locked from the
outside, make sure no persons or
animals are left behind. As locked
doors make outside emergency assistance difficult, never leave children or animals unattended in the
car.
n Locking the doors will prevent their
opening unintentionally in exceptional circumstances (accident).
Locked doors also prevent unauthorized access e.g. while waiting at traffic lights. However, they do make it
more difficult for emergency workers
to provide assistance inside the car.
n Check the locking process visually to ensure the locking knobs are
down.
n The car is unlocked automatically
if the airbag system is activated.
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Tailgate
Note
On models fitted with central locking system* the tailgate is automatically unlocked
and locked together with the other locks.
On models fitted with anti-theft alarm system* the tailgate can only be unlocked with
the remote control because the alarm is
triggered after it is unlocked with key.
To unlock and open the tailgate:
Insert key into the lock with the slot in the
vertical position, turn to the left and release.
Raise tailgate handle slightly and lift tailgate open. The handle is located between
the licence plate lights. The tailgate is held
in the top position by a gas strut.
To lock the tailgate:
Pull the tailgate down and close with a slight
swing.
Turn the key to the right and remove it from
the lock.
The tailgate is maintained in the top position by a gas strut.
The tailgate is properly closed when the key
slot is vertical.
Warning
n Please observe the correct procedure for unlocking and opening the
tailgate. If you unlock tailgate with
the key and at the same time raise the
handle, this can result in the opening mechanism being blocked. A
blocked mechanism can be released
by leaving the handle and locking the
tailgate with the key. Please always
follow the correct procedure to avoid
damaging the opening mechanism.
n After closing the tailgate, always
pull on the tailgate to check that it is
properly locked - the tailgate might
otherwise open suddenly when driving even if the lock has been properly closed.
n Never drive with the tailgate slightly ajar or even open otherwise the
exhaust gases will be drawn into the
car!
n If you find that the slot of the key
is not vertical, an attempt has been
made to break into the car. We recommend checking the vehicle equipment. Turn the slot of the key into the
vertical position to ensure that the
lock closes properly. As a check, lock
the car once and then unlock it. If it
is not possible to insert the key into
the lock, the lock has been damaged.
Have it repaired at a Škoda Dealer.
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Remote control*
Unlocking and locking car
To unlock the car briefly press button
(pos. 1).
To lock the car briefly press button (pos. 2).
To open the key - press button (pos. 3).
To close the key - press button (pos. 3) and
fold the key together.
Note
The illustration shows the remote control
with the folding key. The functions of Unlock, Lock, etc. are the same as for the remote control without folding key - refer to
the appropriate text.
The remote control integrated in the key
can be used to operate the central locking
and the anti-theft warning system - see
pages 8 and 13.
The central locking and anti-theft warning
systems can be operated from a distance
of up to 10 metres. If the batteries have lost
power, the range of the remote control is
reduced.
To unlock the car, briefly press the button
(item 2).
To lock the car, briefly press the button
(item 1).
If the button (item 1) is pressed twice within
2 seconds when locking the car, the safe
lock and the interior motion sensor are
deactivated.
Note
After pressing one of the two buttons, the
indicator light in the key flashes. If the light
does not flash, the batteries in the key
may be discharged. Have the batteries
checked at a Škoda dealer and replaced,
if necessary.
The remote control can be used to activate the anti-theft alarm system and to lock
the car or to deactivate the anti-theft alarm
system and to unlock the car. If the car is
unlocked without the doors being opened
(e.g. by pressing the button of the remote
control accidentally), the car is automatically locked again after 30 seconds.
The Safe lock and the anti-theft alarm are
not operational during these 30 seconds,
however.
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Anti-theft alarm system*
Synchronizing the car key code
General notes
If it is no longer possible to unlock the car
using the remote control, the problem may
be that the codes of the key and the control unit in the car no longer agree. This can
happen if the buttons of the key are pressed several times beyond the effective range of the system or if the battery of the remote control has been replaced.
For this reason, the code must be re-synchronized by pressing any desired button
on the remote control. Open the door with
the key within one minute after pressing the
button.
The anti-theft alarm system enhances the
protection provided against attempts to
break into the car.
The anti-theft alarm system monitors the
following parts of the car:
- Doors
- Tailgate
- Bonnet
- Ignition lock
- Interior of car1).
- Voltage drop in electrical system.
The alarm is activated by:
n Opening the doors
n Opening the tailgate
n Opening the bonnet
n Switching on the ignition
n Movements inside the car.
The alarm is recognizable from the visual
and audible signals2) (the flashing of the
turn signal lights and the noise of the siren) for 30 seconds.
1)
2)
If a further attempt is made to break into
the car after these 30 seconds, the alarm
is again activated.
Operating the anti-theft alarm system
Activating alarm
Lock the car with the key or by pressing the
lock button of the remote control. The monitoring functions are thus switched on.
Deactivating alarm
is deactivated by pressing the Unlock key
on the remote control. The check functions
are switched off in this case. If the remote
control is not operating properly, you can
deactivate the anti-theft alarm system in the
following manner: unlock the car and then
switch the ignition on.
After unlocking and not opening the doors,
the alarm is reactivated after 30 seconds.
Alarm is triggered by the movement of persons
in the interior of the car or by an attempt to steal
the car radio. It is possible, in certain circumstances, that the rear area of the interior of the
car is not fully monitored.
The characteristics of the visual and audible signal differ according to the country.
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The radio remote control can be used to
activate the anti-theft alarm system and to
lock the car, or to deactivate the anti-theft
alarm system and to unlock the car.
Switching off interior motion sensor
The procedure for switching the interior motion sensor off and on is the same as for
switching off the Safe lock - see page 9.
This function makes it possible, for example, to leave animals in the car.
Switching off alarm
If the alarm has been triggered, press and
hold the Unlock button of the remote control for about one second in order to switch
off the alarm. The alarm is then switched
off and the car is unlocked. You can also
switch off the alarm by unlocking the car
with the key and the switching the ignition
on. The anti-theft alarm system is re-activated by once again pressing the button
(lock car).
General notes
n The life of the siren source is 5 years.
Further information is available from
your Škoda Dealer.
n The frequency coding of the remote control and the receiver means that it is not
possible to use the remote control of other
cars.
n If the key and remote control are lost,
please contact your Škoda Dealer.
n The power for the remote control is supplied by batteries. If the anti-theft alarm
system does not react to the remote control until you are less than 3 metres from
the car or if the indicator light in the key
does not flash when the button is pressed,
the batteries have to be replaced. This is
best done at a Škoda Dealer.
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Power windows*
Opening and closing versions of
the windows using switches in
driver’s door
The switches for the individual windows are
located in the armrest of the driver door, of
the front passenger door and in the rear
doors*.
The power windows can also be operated
when the ignition is switched off.
If the ignition is switched off, the power windows can continue to be operated for about
10 minutes, but not anymore if the door is
opened and closed.
The buttons in the rear doors* can be deactivated using the safety switch* 1. The
windows should be closed in this case. After this, it is only possible to operate the
windows in the rear doors with the switches
in the armrest. After the safety switch has
been pressed once again the rear switches
again operate.
Opening versions
n The window is opened by applying slight
pressure to the relevant switch in the door.
The opening operation is stopped when the
switch is released.
n The front windows are automatically
opened fully if the switch is pressed as far
as the stop.
The window stops immediately when the
switch is again pressed.
Closing versions
n The window is closed by pulling up the
relevant switch slightly.
The closing operation is immediately
stopped when the switch is released.
n The front windows are automatically fully
closed if the switch is pulled up as far as
the stop.
The window stops immediately if the switch
is pulled once again.
Notes
n The two switches for the rear windows
each have only one closing and one opening position. The switch has to be pressed
and held during the entire closing or opening operation.
n It is only possible to automatically fully
open and close the two front windows using the switches in the driver’s door.
n If the battery is re-connected, the top
position of the closed window has to be set
(system activated):
- Close all the windows with the convenience closing system.
- release the key
- After closing the window, hold the key in
the closed position for a further 3 seconds or so.
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Rear-view mirrors
Driving in winter
In winter, the closing operation of the window may be stopped because of the higher
friction resistance, caused for example by
ice, and the window then returns to its initial position.
In such a case, the window must be closed
in the following way:
n Pull the switch (press switch at front
passenger door and at the rear doors) and
hold until the window is closed.
n If closing is interrupted, repeat the operation.
Convenience operation of windows
When the car is unlocked and locked, it is
possible to open and close the power windows (only to close the sliding/tilting roof),
as follows:
n Hold the key in the lock in the opening
or closing position until all the windows are
opened or closed. The opening or closing
operation is interrupted immediately when
the key is released.
The rollback protection is not active if
the convenience system is used. Refer
to the following text for more detailed
information.
Warning
n The system is equipped with a
safety device to prevent injuries from
bruises. If, for example, a person’s
arm becomes jammed in the window
as it closes, the closing operation is
interrupted and the window opens
again a short distance. Despite this,
take care when closing the windows.
Persons may suffer injuries if the
windows are closed inattentively or
in an uncontrolled way.
n No person should be left in the car
if it is locked from the outside. It is
not possible to open the windows
after about 10 minutes, or if the driver’s door is opened and closed when
the ignition is switched off.
n It is important to always pay attention when the windows are closing
to avoid anyone being injured.
Adjusting mirrors
The rear-view mirrors should always be
adjusted properly before moving off so as
to ensure good vision to the rear.
Anti-dazzle inside mirror
The lever on the lower edge of the mirror
should be pointing forward when the basic
setting is made.
Pull lever to the rear to set the anti-dazzle
position.
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Position R
Adjusting the right-hand mirror
If the electrical adjustment of the mirrors
fails, the mirrors can be adjusted by hand
by pressing on the edge of the surface of
the mirror.
Exterior mirror heating
Electrically adjustable exterior mirrors*
(only on models fitted with power windows)
When the ignition is switched on, the exterior mirrors are heated provided the rear
window heater is also operating (applies
only to models not fitted with power windows).
Note for using convex or aspherical exterior mirrors:
Convex exterior mirrors (curved outwards)
enlarge the field of view but they make objects look smaller.
These mirrors are only of limited use in
estimating how far away a following vehicle is.
Aspherical exterior mirrors have a mirror
surface with different curvature. This wideangle mirror increases the field of view even
more so than conventional convex mirrors.
These mirrors are also only of limited
use in estimating how far away a following vehicle is.
are set by a rotary knob in the trim panel of
the driver’s door. The mirror is set to the
desired position by moving the rotary knob
in the desired direction with the ignition
switched on.
Position
Heating exterior mirror (applies only to models with power windows)
Position L
- left-hand and right-hand mirrors at the
same time (applies to models with convenience system)
- left-hand mirror (applies to models without convenience system)
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Seat belts
Why seat belts?
It has been clearly demonstrated that
seat belts offer good protection in the
event of an accident. That is why the use
of seat belts is a legal requirement in
most countries.
Warning
n Fasten your seat belts each time
before setting off - even when driving in town! This also applies to passengers in the rear.
n Expectant mothers should also
wear a seat belt at all times.
n Apart from their normal protective
function, the seat belts are also designed to hold the driver and front
passenger in position in the event of
an accident to allow the airbag to
offer maximum protection.
Refer to page 30 to find out how you can
safely carry children in the car.
In the event of a frontal collision, car occupants who are not wearing a seat belt are
thrown forward and strike parts of the interior of the car, such as the steering wheel,
instrument panel, windscreen, in an uncontrolled way.
The widespread opinion that you can support your body with your hands in a minor
collision, is incorrect. The forces to which
the body is subjected even in accidents
which occur at low speed, can no longer
be properly absorbed.
It is also important that occupants of the
rear seat wear their seat belts otherwise
they will be thrown through the car in an
uncontrolled way in an accident. A passenger at the rear who is not wearing a seat
belt is therefore a risk not only for himself,
but also for the front seat occupants.
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General notes
n The webbing of the seat belt must not
be jammed or twisted and must not
chafe against sharp edges.
n On no account should two persons (also
not children) use the same seat belt.
n The maximum protection offered by the
seat belts is only achieved if you are correctly seated - see page 39.
n The webbing of the seat belt must not
run across fixed or fragile objects (spectacles, fountain-pens etc.) because this could
cause physical injuries.
n Bulky, loose-fitting clothing (e.g. a winter coat worn over a jacket) adversely affects the correct seated position and proper
operation of the belts.
n It is prohibited to use clamps or similar
objects to fix or set the position of a seat
belt to match the body’s proportions.
n The lock tongue must only be inserted
into the seat belt buckle of the appropriate
seat - otherwise the seat belt cannot provide the necessary protection and the risk
of injury increases.
n Seat belts which have suffered damage
or have been subjected to excessive stress
during an accident and have therefore stretched, have to be replaced - this is best done by a Škoda Dealer. In addition, the anchorage points of the seat belts should be
inspected.
n The operation of seat belts fitted to cars
in certain export countries may differ from
the inertia-reel and lap belts described on
the pages which follow.
Three-point inertia-reel seat belts
n The webbing of the seat belt should be
kept clean. Proper operation of the inertia
reel can be affected by dirt (see also the
section headed „Care of car“).
n The slot for inserting the lock tongue
must not be blocked by paper or such like
otherwise the lock tongue may not properly
lock in place.
Inertia-reel seat belts provide full freedom
of movement for the occupants if they are
unreeled slowly.
The belts block, however, during a sudden
brake application.
The inertia reel also blocks the seat belts
when the car is accelerated, when driving
downhill and when cornering.
The backrests of the front seats must
not be tilted too far back otherwise the
seat belts may not provide maximum
protection.
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Fastening a three-point seat belt
Pull the tongue slowly and smoothly across
the chest and hips and push it into the lock
part fitted to the seat until the tongue engages audibly (pull to check).
The shoulder part of the belt should run
approximately across the centre of the
shoulder as shown - on no account
against the neck - and be firmly in contact with the body.
The lap part of the belt should always fit
tightly across the pelvis. If necessary,
pull the belt tight.
Adjusting seat belt height
The routing of the front seat shoulder belts
can be set to fit the body properly with the
aid of the belt height adjuster.
n To adjust, push button with relay fitting
up or down so that the shoulder part of belt
runs approximately across the centre of the
shoulder as shown in the left-hand illustration - on no account against the neck.
n After adjusting, pull the belt with a jerk
to ensure that the relay fitting is properly
engaged.
The height can also be corrected with the
seat adjustment - see page 40.
Pregnant mothers should always wear
a seat belt.
In this case, the lap part of the belt should
be as low across the pelvis as possible
so that no pressure is exerted on the abdomen.
A seat belt, which is fitted too loosely,
can cause injuries.
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Unfastening three-point seat belt
The belt is released by applying pressure
with your finger to the red button in the lock.
The lock tongue jumps out of the lock when
this is done as a result of the spring pressure.
Pass the tongue toward the door by hand
so that the retractor can roll the belt up
properly. A plastic knob in the belt holds the
tongue in a convenient position.
Three-point seat belt with the Interlock system*
On certain models, a three-point seat belt
with the Interlock system is used in place
of the lap belt.
If the rear seat backrest is not properly locked, the inertia reel blocks the belt which
can then not unreel.
Child safety lock for rear centre
three-point seat belt
The rear centre three-point seat belt can
be blocked (so-called child safety lock) for
attaching a child seat.
Switching on child safety lock
n The child seat can be attached with a
three-point seat belt as specified in the
manufacturer’s instructions.
n Wind up the shoulder part of the belt
fully.
A characteristic “clicking” is typical for the
unwinding
n After the belt has been locked in the seat
belt buckle, allow it to wind up loosely. The
child safety lock is now active. It is now no
longer possible to unwind the belt. Pull on
the seat belt to check that the child safety
lock is active.
Switching off child safety lock
The seat belt is unlocked by pushing the
button and can then wind up. After being
wound up completely, the belt webbing can
be unreeled again freely.
Lap belt*
The centre place on the rear seat is fitted
with a two-point lap belt.
The lock part of the two-point lap belt is
operated in the same way as on the threepoint inertia reel belts.
If the lap belt is not in use, it should be fitted to the lock for safety reasons
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Seat belt tensioner*
The lap belt should always fit tightly
across the pelvis. If necessary, pull the
belt tight.
To lengthen belt, hold the tongue at right
angles to belt webbing and pull belt webbing through to the required length - see
illustration.
The belt is easier to adjust if tongue and
cap are pressed together in the longitudinal direction.
To shorten belt, it is only necessary to pull
the free end of the belt.
The surplus belt length is taken up by moving the plastic slide.
Safety for the belted driver and front passenger is enhanced by the belt tensioners
at the inertia reels of the front three-point
seat belts.
The system is activated by sensors in the
event of a frontal collision of considerable
severity. A powder charge is ignited when
the seat belt tensioners are activated. This
causes the inertia reels to be rotated in the
opposite direction of unreeling so that the
seat belts are tensioned.
The belt tensioners are not activated in
minor frontal collisions, in side or rear-end
impacts, in a rollover or in accidents where
there is no significant impact to the front of
the car.
Warning
The operating life of the seat belts
and belt tensioners is 15 years from
the date of manufacture of the vehicle. After this time the seat belts and
seat belt tensioners have to be renewed in a Škoda Dealership.
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Airbag system*
Warning
n Any work on the belt tensioner
system or close to the system as well
as removing and installing system
components because of other repair
work, must only be carried out by a
Škoda Dealer.
n The protection provided by the
system is adequate only for one accident. If the belt tensioners have
been activated, the entire system has
to be replaced.
n If the car is sold, the buyer should
be provided with the complete vehicle wallet.
Notes
n Smoke is released when the belt tensioners are activated. This smoke does not
indicate a fire in the car.
n If the car or individual components of the
system are scrapped, it is essential to pay
attention to the relevant safety regulations.
Škoda Dealers are acquainted with these
regulations and can provide you with more
detailed information in this connection.
Front airbag
The front airbag system is only operational
after switching on the ignition.
Models with airbag system for driver and
passenger are recognizable from the
„AIRBAG“ inscriptions on the padded boss
of the steering wheel and on the passenger side of the instrument panel.
In addition to the three-point seat belts
with belt tensioners, the Airbag System
offers further protection for the driver’s and
passenger’s head and chest in a serious
frontal collision.
Apart from its normal protective function,
the seat belt also has the task of keeping
the driver or passenger in such a position
so that the airbag can offer maximum protection in the case of a frontal collision.
For this reason, the seat belts should always be used not only because this is required by law, but also for safety reasons!
The system consists essentially of:
n the electronic control and monitoring unit
(control unit),
n one or two airbags (airbag with gas generator) for the:
- driver (in steering wheel),
- front passenger (in instrument panel)
n a warning lamp in the instrument panel
- see page 77.
n a warning light in the interior lighting of
the car (front)* - see page 27
The operational readiness of the airbag
system is monitored electronically.
The airbag warning lamp comes on for a
few seconds (self-diagnosis) each time the
ignition is switched on.
Note
The airbag system does not require any
maintenance over its entire operating period.
The Airbag System is not activated in the
event of:
n side collisions
n rear collisions
n rolling-over
n minor frontal collisions.
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A fault exists in the system if
n the warning lamp does not come when
the ignition is switched on,
n the warning lamp does not go out a few
seconds after switching on the ignition,
n the warning lamp goes out and comes
on again after switching on the ignition,
n the warning lamp comes on or flickers
during the journey.
Warning
If a fault exists, have the system checked immediately by a Škoda Dealer.
Otherwise, there is a risk of the airbag
not being activated in the event of an
accident.
Function of front airbag
The airbag system is so designed that it will
be deployed during a serious frontal collision.
The effective area of the system is shown
in the illustration.
If the system is deployed, the airbags fill
with propellant gas and inflate in front of
the driver and front passenger.
The airbag is inflated in a split second and
at a high speed in order to offer the additional protection in the event of an accident.
The forward movement of the front seat
occupants is cushioned as they plunge into
the fully inflated airbag (see right-hand illustration), and the risk of injury to head and
upper body is reduced.
Special openings in the airbag allow a controlled exit of gas when subjected to the
pressure of the occupants to cushion the
head and upper body. After an accident, the
airbag rapidly deflates again so that forward
vision is again possible.
If a person is incorrectly seated, the considerable forces active when the airbag is
deployed may result in an increased risk
of injury.
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Warning
n It is therefore important to maintain
a distance from the steering wheel or
from the instrument panel (min. 15 cm)
to enable the occupants to be protected to the maximum possible extent
if the system is activated. In addition,
the front seats should always be correctly adjusted to the body size of the
occupant - see page 39.
n It is not permitted to carry out any
modifications to any airbag components as this could result in the
airbag being activated.
n The operational life of the front
airbag modules is 15 years from the
date of manufacture of the car. After
this period, it is necessary to have
the modules renewed in a Škoda
Dealership.
Note
If the car or individual components of the
airbag system are scrapped, it is essential
to comply with the relevant safety regulations. Škoda Dealers are acquainted with
these regulations.
If you do not make use of the seat belts
when driving, or if lean forward or adopt an
incorrect seated position, you are exposing yourself to an increased risk of injury in
the event of an accident.
Warning
n The padded panel of the steering
wheel and the front passenger area of
the instrument panel between the middle and the right-hand vent (surface
with inscription „Airbag“) must not
have stickers attached, nor should
they be covered or modified in any
way. These parts should only be cleaned with a dry cloth or a cloth moistened with water.
n No modifications of any kind may
be undertaken on the parts of the
airbag system. All work on the airbag
system, including removing and installing system components during
other repair work (e.g. removing
steering wheel) should only be carried out by Škoda Dealers.
n The protective function of the
airbag system only lasts for a single
accident. If the airbag has been deployed, the system should be replaced.
n No persons, animals or objects
should be located between the front
seat occupants and the effective range of the airbags.
n If the vehicle is sold, the complete
vehicle wallet should also be passed
onto the new owner.
Special features if front passenger
airbag is deactivated
As soon as possible activate the airbags, so
that the safety of the vehicle is increased.
Your car offers you the technical facility of
deactivating the front passenger airbag and
also the side airbag.
Deactivating the front airbag and also the
side airbag can be carried out by your
Škoda Dealer.
On vehicles with the switch, the front passenger airbag and also the front passenger side airbag can be deactivated with this
switch in the glove box - see page 26.
Warning
A child seat in which the child faces
with its back in the direction of travel,
may only be used in the front passenger seat if the front passenger airbag
(in certain countries also on child seats
in which the child faces the direction
of travel) has been deactivated - refer
to page 26. Otherwise, there is a risk of
the child suffering severe or even fatal
injuries if the airbag is deployed. In certain countries, legal requirements necessitate deactivating the side airbag.
If a child is nevertheless seated on the
front passenger seat, observe the legal
requirements for the use of child seats.
1)
Pay attention to any varying legal requirements.
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As soon as the child seat is no longer
used, the passenger airbag should be
restored to normal operation by your
Škoda Dealer.
If using a child seat, please read the section headed „Safety of Children“ on page
30.
The operational readiness of the airbag
system is monitored electronically even if
the passenger airbag is deactivated.
If the airbag was deactivated with a Diagnosis Device at a Škoda dealer, the airbag
warning light comes on in the dash panel
insert for about 3 seconds and flashes for
about 12 seconds.
If the airbag was deactivated with an
Airbag switch* in the glove box, the airbag
warning light comes on in the dash panel
insert for about 3 seconds and the deactivation of the airbag is signaled if the warning light “AIRBAG “ OFF” comes on in the
interior light - see page 27.
Switch for front passenger airbags*
You can deactivate the passenger-side
front airbag and if the vehicle is equipped
with side airbags, also the passenger-side
side airbag with the switch
The airbag(s) may be deactivated only if,
in exceptional cases, it is necessary to install a child seat on the front passenger
seat.
It is preferable to place the child seat always at the rear.
For safety reasons the driver of the car is
under the obligation to have the airbag
switched on when driving.
Warning
Deactivate the airbag only when the
ignition is switched off! Failure to observe this instruction may result in a
fault in the airbag system and consequently cause subsequent deployment of the airbag.
Deactivating airbag
n Switch the ignition off.
n Use the ignition key to turn the airbag
switch -arrow- into the „OFF“ position. The
ignition key must be in the vertical position.
n Check whether the airbag warning light
in the interior lighting (front) lights up when
the ignition is switched on.
Warning
The driver of the car is responsible
for ensuring that the airbag is deactivated or activated.
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Switching on airbag
Warning
If the warning light flashes:
n There is a risk of the passengerside airbag being deployed in the
event of an accident. For this reason,
do not install a child seat on the front
passenger seat.
n If the front passenger seat is occupied, there is a risk of the airbag
being deployed unexpectedly and
also causing possible injuries to the
occupant of the front passenger seat.
n Switch the ignition off.
n Use the ignition key to turn the airbag
switch - arrow - into the „ON“ position. The
ignition key must be in the horizontal position.
n Check whether the airbag warning light
in the interior lighting (front) goes out when
the ignition is switched on.
After activating the airbag and then switching on the ignition, the airbag warning light
comes on for about 3 seconds.
Warning
The driver of the car is responsible
for ensuring that the airbag is deactivated or activated.
„Airbag OFF“ warning light
(airbag deactivated)*
The warning light is located in the front interior lighting of the car.
Each time the ignition is switched on, the
warning light comes on in the dash panel
for a few seconds (self diagnosis).
The warning light comes on if the passenger- side airbag or also the side airbag has
been deactivated.
If the warning light in the instrument panel
flashes, there is a fault in the airbag system. Contact a Škoda Dealer immediately
to have this rectified
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they offer, the seat belts are also designed
to hold the driver and front passenger in
position in the event of a side impact so that
the side airbag is able to offer maximum
protection.
Warning
The maximum protection offered by
the seat belts and the airbag system
is only achieved if the occupants are
correctly seated - see page 39.
Side airbag*
The side airbags are installed in the sides
of the backrest upholstery of the driver and
front passenger seats. They are identified
by the inscriptions „AIRBAG“ in the top half
of the backrests - see illustration.
The side airbag system in combination
with the three-point seat belts offers additional protection for the upper body of the
driver and front passenger in the event of
a side collision of considerable severity.
In the event of a side collision, the side
airbags reduce the risk of injury to the part
of the body of the front occupants facing
toward the point of impact.
In addition to the normal protection which
The system consists essentially of
n the electronic control and monitoring unit,
n the side airbags installed in the sides of
the backrests of the front seats,
n a warning lamp in the instrument panel
- see page 77.
Please refer to page 77 for information
on the operational readiness and possible faults in the system.
The side airbag system is not activated
in the event of:
n frontal collision
n minor side collision
n rear collision
n rollover.
The airbag system is not a substitute for
the seat belt but is part of the entire passive vehicle safety concept. Please note
that the airbag system is only able to offer
optimal protection in combination with fastened seat belts.
That is why, you should always use the
seat belts not only because this is a legal requirement, but also for safety reasons!
Please refer to the information on pages
18 to 23 in this connection.
Note
The airbag system is maintenance-free
throughout its entire operating life.
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Safety information
When are the side airbags deployed?
In the event of a major side collision, the
side airbag on the side of vehicle impact is
deployed.
The effective range of the side airbag system is shown in the illustration.
It is possible, in certain accident situations,
that both the front as well as the side airbags are deployed.
Operating principle
If the system is activated, the airbags fill
with propellant gas.
The airbag is inflated in a split second at a
high speed in order to offer additional protection in the event of an accident.
When the airbag is fully inflated, the movement of the occupant is cushioned and the
risk of injury to the upper body on the side
of the impact is reduced.
The specially developed airbags allow the
propellant gas to exit in a controlled flow
under the weight of the occupant to thus
softly cushion head and upper body.
Smoke is produced when the airbag is inflated. This is perfectly normal and is not
an indication of a fire in the car.
Warning
n To ensure that the side airbags are
able to provide their full protection,
it is important that the occupants always maintain the seat position set
by the seat belts - see page 39 - during the entire journey.
n No persons, animals or objects
should be located between the front
seat occupants and the effective
range of the airbags. In addition, no
accessory parts, such as drink holders, should be attached to the doors
if the car is fitted with side airbags.
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Safety of children
n Only light items of clothing should
be hung up on the clothes hooks in
the car. No heavy or sharp-edged
objects should be stowed in the
pockets of the items of clothing.
n Avoid any excessive force acting
on the side panels of the seats, such
as a sudden knock, or pressing with
your foot etc., otherwise the system
may be damaged. In this case, the
side airbags would not deploy!
n On no account may seat or protective covers be fitted over the driver
or front passenger seats fitted with
side airbags. As the airbag inflates
out of the backrest of the seat, the
protective function offered by the
side airbags would be restricted if
seat protective covers were used.
n If the original seat cover or the stitching in the module area of the side
airbag is damaged, the seat cover in
question should be replaced immediately by a Škoda Dealer.
n The protection offered by the airbag system is sufficient only for one
accident. If the airbag has been deployed, the system should be renewed.
n If the occupants lean forward or
adopt an incorrect seated position
when driving, they are exposing
themselves to an increased risk of an
injury in the event of an accident.
n A child seat in which the child
faces with its back in the direction of
travel, may only be used in the front
passenger seat if the front passenger airbag (in certain countries also
on child seats in which the child
faces the direction of travel) has
been deactivated - refer to page 26.
Otherwise, there is a risk of the child
suffering severe or even fatal injuries
if the airbag is deployed. In certain
countries, legal requirements necessitate deactivating the side airbag. If
a child is nevertheless seated on the
front passenger seat, observe the legal requirements for the use of child
seats.
n The operating life of the airbag module is 15 years from the date of manufacture of the vehicle. After this time,
it is necessary to have the modules renewed in a Škoda Dealership.
Accident statistics reveal that children
who sit at the rear are generally better
protected than when seated on the front
passenger seat. Children younger than
12 years should normally travel on the
rear seat of the car1). They should be
protected by a child restraint system or
by the standard car seat belts, depending on age, body size and weight. For
safety reasons, the child restraint system should be installed behind the front
passenger seat.
Warning
n All vehicle occupants, in particular children, must fasten their seat
belt when the car is moving.
n Never allow your child to stand in
the car or to kneel on the seats when
the car is moving. If an accident occurs, your child will be thrown through
the car and may suffer fatal injuries.
1)
Pay attention to any varying legal requirements.
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Warning
n If children lean forward when the
car is moving or adopt an incorrect
seated position, they are exposed to
a greater risk of injury in the event of
an accident. This is particularly true
of children who are transported on
the front passenger seat if the airbag
system is deployed in the event of an
accident. This can result in severe or
even fatal injuries.
n Children under 1.50 m (5’) tall or
younger than 12 years must not use
normal seat belts without a child restraint system as this may otherwise
result in injuries to the stomach and
neck area.
n When using the seat belt, also refer to
the section on „Seat belts“.
Classification of child seats
Warning
n On no account should children even small babies! - travel sitting on
an occupant’s lap.
n Do not leave your child in a child
seat unattended.
Only child restraint systems which have an
official seal of approval and are suitable for
child, may be used.
The Standard ECE-R1) 44 applies to child
restraint systems and divides these into 5
classes:
Class 0: 0-10 kg
Class 0+: up to 13 kg
Class 1: 9-18 kg
Class 2: 15-25 kg
Class 3: 22-36 kg
Child restraint systems tested in accordance with ECE-R 44 Standard are clearly
marked with the ECE-R 44 test symbol
(large „E“ in a circle, with test number below) on the seat.
1)
Economic Commission of Europe Directive
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Use of child seats
Child
Front
seat acc. passento group ger seat
Rear
side
seat
Rear
center
seat
U
U
0
U
0+
U
U
U
1
U
U/B*
U
2+3
U
U/B*
U
B1S-001P
U - Universal category
UF - Semi-universal category
L - Place intended for special seats
B - An integrated child seat of this category
is used at this place
X - This place is not suitable for child seats
of this category
Class 0 / 0+
Class 1
For babies up to about 9 months weighing
up to 10 kg or babies up to about 18 months
weighing up to 13 kg, respectively, child
seats which can be adjusted into the reclining position are best suited - see illustration.
If the vehicle is equipped with front passenger airbag, in certain cases, such
child seats must not be used on the front
passenger seat - see page 34.
For babies and small children up to about
4 years weighing between 9 and 18 kg it is
recommended to use child seats for the
lower weight range in which the child is
seated with its back to the direction of travel
and for the weight range above class 0+, it
is recommended to use child seats in which
the child is seated in the direction of travel
(see illustration).
If the vehicle is equipped with front passenger airbag, in certain cases, such
child seats must not be used on the front
passenger seat - see page 34.
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Children taller than 1.50 m (5') can use the
standard seat belts fitted to the car without
a seat cushion.
Notes
n We recommend using child restraint
systems from the Genuine Accessories
range of Škoda dealers. Such systems
have been developed and tested for use in
Škoda vehicles, and comply with the ECE-R
44 Standard.
Class 2
Class 3
For children up to about 7 years weighing
between 15 and 25 kg it is recommended
to use child seats in combination with the
three-point seat belts.
For children of about 7 years weighing between 22 and 36 kg and with a height of
less than 1.50 m, it is recommended to use
seat cushions in combination with the threepoint seat belts.
Warning
The shoulder belt part must run approximately across the middle of the
shoulder - on no account across the
neck - and fit snugly against the top
part of the body. The lap belt must run
across the pelvis - and not across the
stomach.
Warning
n Particular care is required if child
restraint systems are used which are
bolted on together with the belts fitted in the vehicle. The belts must be
screwed into the hole over the complete nominal length and tightened to
a torque of 40 Nm.
Warning
The shoulder belt part must run approximately across the middle of the
shoulder - on no account across the
neck - and fit snugly against the top
part of the body. The lap belt must run
across the pelvis - and not across the
stomach.
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Warning
n The seat belts must be inspected
to ensure they are correctly routed.
In addition, it is important to ensure
that the belt webbing cannot be damaged by any sharp-edged fittings.
n Only one child may be belted in using a child restraint system.
n Attention should be paid to legal regulations and the instructions of the relevant manufacturer for the installation
and use of child restraint systems.
Use of child seats on front passenger seat
For safety reasons, we recommend installing child restraint systems on the rear
seats, whenever possible. If a child seat is
nevertheless used on the front passenger
seat, it is important to observe the following instruction in connection with the front
passenger airbag:
Warning
n Warning - exceptional hazard! Do not
use a child seat in which the child faces
with its back toward the direction of
travel on the front passenger seat fitted with a front passenger airbag.
n A child seat in which the child faces
with its back in the direction of travel,
may only be used in the front passenger seat if the front passenger airbag
(in certain countries also on child
seats in which the child faces the direction of travel) has been deactivated
- refer to page 26. Otherwise, there is
a risk of the child suffering severe or
even fatal injuries if the airbag is deployed.
In certain countries, legal requirements necessitate deactivating the
side airbag. If a child is nevertheless
seated on the front passenger seat,
observe the legal requirements for
the use of child seats.
The sticker which is affixed to the door
frame pillar on the front passenger side,
points this out . The sticker is visible after
opening the front passenger door. An additional warning sign is affixed to the inside
of the windscreen in the field of view of the
front passenger.
Warning
n If a child seat is used in which the
child is seated in the direction of
travel, the front passenger seat must
be moved fully back.
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Child safety and side airbag*
In addition to the driver and front passenger airbags your Škoda car may also be
equipped with 2 side airbags which offer
enhanced protection to the occupants in the
event of a side impact.
To ensure that the occupants can benefit
from this additional protective function, the
side airbag must be inflated in fractions of
a second in the event of a collision (refer
also to page 28 of the Owner’s Manual).
When the airbag is deployed, a considerable force is generated which may result
in injuries being caused to occupants by the
airbag or by any objects which are within
the inflation range of the side airbag if the
occupant is not correctly seated.
This applies particularly to children if
they are not transported in accordance
with legal provisions.
Warning
n To avoid severe injuries, therefore,
children must always be transported
safely in the vehicle with a restraint
system which matches the age, body
size and weight of the child.
n Children must never be positioned
with their head in the inflation range
of the side airbag. Risk of injury!
n Do not place any objects in the inflation range of the side airbag. Risk
of injury!
n A child seat in which the child
faces with its back in the direction of
travel, may only be used in the front
passenger seat if the front passenger airbag (in certain countries also
on child seats in which the child
faces the direction of travel) has
been deactivated - refer to page 26.
Otherwise, there is a risk of the child
suffering severe or even fatal injuries
if the airbag is deployed. In certain
countries, legal requirements necessitate deactivating the side airbag. If
a child is nevertheless seated on the
front passenger seat, observe the
legal requirements for the use of
child seats.
Attaching child seats („ISOFIX“
system)
Two eyes for attaching a child seat with the
„ISOFIX“ system are provided between
backrest and seat cushion at the two outer
rear seats.
Child seats with the „ISOFIX“ system can
be installed quickly, conveniently and
safely. The seat should be installed as
specified in the installation instructions
enclosed with the „ISOFIX“ child seat. Always ensure that the child seat engages
properly when installed (pull as a check!).
Note: An „ISOFIX“ child seat must only be
attached in the vehicle using the „ISOFIX“
system if the child seat bears an official seal
of approval for the particular vehicle model
in conformity with the ECE-R 44 Standard.
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Integrated child seats*
Warning
n Before using an „ISOFIX“ child
seat which you have acquired for another vehicle, please check with your
Škoda dealer whether your child seat
is recommended for the Škoda-Octavia.
n Certain child seats with “ISOFIX”
attachment system can also be attached with the usual three-point
seat belt. Attention should be paid to
the instructions of the child seat
manufacturer for the installation and
removal.
An integrated child seat is suitable for children weighing 13 up to 36 kg.
Note
For children weighing 13 up to 18 kg it is
necessary to use an approved padded table for this child seat. This padded table is
not part of the scope of supply of the manufacturer. It can be purchased as a Genuine
Accessory from your Škoda Dealer.
Warning
n The padded table should be used
for children weighing between 13
and up to 18 kg.
n It is not permitted to make any
modifications or alterations to the integrated child seat.
n Never leave a child unattended in
the child seat.
n The belt attaching the child seat
must not jam, be twisted or run over
sharp objects.
n If any parts of the child seat are
damaged, or if it is a child seat which
has suffered stress in an accident, it
is necessary to replace the damaged
parts or the complete child seat - this
is best done by your Škoda Dealer.
Children weighing between 13 and
up to 18 kg
n Pull the unlock button 1. The seat jumps
up slightly.
n Press the seat in direction of arrow 2 until
it locks in place.
n Place the child on the seat as far as
possible to the rear.
n Tilt the feet of the padded table forward
and place the table over the child’s feet see illustration below.
n Tension both parts of the belt (shoulder
and lap part).
n Pull both parts of the belt through the
opening provided in the table for the seat
belt.
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n Pull both parts of the belt also through
the opposite opening of the table.
n Insert the tongue into the seat belt buckle
so that it is heard to engage. Pull as a check!
Note
n The belt must not be twisted in the padded table.
Moving seat into the initial position (see
illustration above).
n Pull the release button 1.
n Press on the middle of the child seat at
an angle in direction of arrow 3 - until it locks
in place
Children weighing between 18 and
up to 36 kg
n Pull the release button 1. The seat jumps
up.
n Press the seat in direction of arrow 2 until
it locks in place.
Fastening three-point seat belt
Pull the belt webbing slowly and evenly at
the belt tongue over the child’s chest and
pelvis and insert the tongue into the correct seat belt buckle until it is heard to lock
in place. Pull seat belt as a check!
Warning
n The shoulder part of the belt must
run across the middle of the shoulder,
as shown (on no account over the
child’s neck) and fit snugly against the
child’s chest.
n The lap part of the belt must always run over the child’s lap (on no
account over the stomach) and fit
snugly; re-tighten seat belt webbing
slightly, if necessary.
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Head restraints
Adjusting height
n Grasp the side of the head restraint with
both your hands and pull it up or down in
direction of arrow A.
n The best protection is obtained if the
upper edge of the head restraint is roughly
at eye level or higher.
Moving seat into initial position
n Pull the release button 1.
n Press on the middle of the child seat at
an angle in direction of arrow 3 - until it locks
in place.
The head restraints can be adjusted for angle and height and should be set to match
the size of the seat occupant. Head restraints which are correctly adjusted offer
effective protection together with the seat
belts.
Warning
You are exposing yourself to a risk if
the head restraints are not correctly
adjusted, or if you drive without the
protection of the head restraints.
Adjusting angle
n The head restraints can be tilted in the
direction of arrow B and can be matched
to head height in the desired position to
provide enhanced comfort for the occupant.
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Front seats
Correct seat adjustment is important for:
- reliably and quickly reaching the controls
and switches,
- relaxed, fatigue-free body position,
- maximum protection from the seat
belts.
Removing and installing
Pull the head restraint out of the backrest
as far as the stop. Press the locking button
in direction of arrow and pull the head restraint out of the backrest.
To install again, push the head restraint
rods into the guides until the locking button is heard to engage.
Warning
n For this reason, the front seats
should not be pushed too close to
the steering wheel or the instrument
panel.
n Always keep your feet in the footwell when the vehicle is moving - never rest them on the instrument panel
or seats.
1 - To move seat forward and back
Pull up the lever located below the seat and
move seat into the desired position. Then,
release lever and move seat further until
the lock engages.
The driver’s seat should be adjusted so that
the pedals can be fully depressed with the
legs slightly angled.
Warning
For safety reasons the driver’s seat
must only be moved forward or back
when the vehicle is stationary!
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Electrically operated seat*
2 - Adjusting seat height*
3 - Adjusting backrest angle
Move the lever repeatedly up and down in
the top position in order to raise the seat.
Move the lever repeatedly up and down in
the bottom position in order to lower the
seat.
To adjust the backrest, take weight off backrest and then turn knob.
The backrest of the driver’s seat should be
adjusted so that the top of the steering
wheel can be reached with the arms slightly
angled.
Warning
For safety reasons the height of the
driver’s seat must only be adjusted
when the vehicle is stationary!
Warning
Do not lower the backrest too far
when travelling otherwise the protection offered by the seat belts will be
adversely affected.
4 - Adjusting lumbar support*
The seat padding in the lumbar area of the
spine can be made to arch forward slightly
by turning the handwheel. This offers effective support to the natural curvature of
the spine. The sitting position is less fatiguing, particularly on long trips.
Electric seat adjustment
The seat is positioned electrically with
switches A and B.
The seat can also be positioned when the
ignition is switched on.
The backrest of the seat is positioned
mechanically by turning the wheel C.
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Warning
n For safety reasons the seat must
only be adjusted when the vehicle is
stationary!
n Take care when adjusting the seat!
Risk of injury if the seat is moved
without proper attention or in an uncontrolled manner.
n The electric adjustment of the seat
also operates when the ignition is
switched off or the ignition key withdrawn. For this reason, never leave
children unattended in the vehicle.
B
A
2
2
3
1
1
1
2
3
Switch A
Switch B
The seat is moved in the particular direction of the arrow by pressing the switch:
1 - Seat forward / back
2 - Front seat surface raised / lowered
3 - Rear seat surface raised / lowered
2 and 3 together - Seat height adjusted.
The backrest is set in the particular direction of the arrow by pressing the switch:
Direction of arrow 1: backrest angle steeper.
Direction of arrow 2: backrest angle flatter.
Warning
The backrest of the seat must not be
tilted too far back when driving otherwise proper operation of the seat
belts will be affected.
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D
E
Memory for driver’s seat
The memory of your driver’s seat offers the
possibility of storing your own individual
settings for the seat and exterior mirrors. It
is possible to store the individual settings
for up to three drivers in each case using
the memory button D. If another person
drives the car, it is then only necessary to
press button D for the seat and exterior
mirrors to be set automatically to the individually programmed position.
Memory button D can be used to store and
retrieve the
- individual settings of the driver’s seat,
- Storing and retrieving exterior mirror
settings (on left and right) for driving
forward, or exterior mirror setting (on
right) for reversing.
In addition, you can use the keys of the
remote control* to retrieve the stored settings of a memory button.
The memory system can be switched off at
any time with the lock switch E. The seat
and the exterior mirrors can then only be
adjusted manually.
Storing seat and mirror settings for
driving forward
n Switch the ignition on.
n Adjust the seat - see pages 37 and 38.
n Adjust both exterior mirrors - see page
16.
n Press one of the memory buttons D and
hold the button for about three seconds until
an audible signal confirms that the settings
have been stored.
The settings are then stored under the
memory button selected.
Storing exterior mirror setting for
reversing*
n Switch the ignition on.
n Switch over operation of the exterior
mirror to position R.
n Shift into reverse gear.
n Position the exterior mirror on the right
into the desired setting - refer to p. 17.
n Press one of the memory buttons D and
hold the button for about three seconds until
an audible signal confirms that the setting
has been stored.
The settings are stored under the selected
memory button.
Notes
n We recommend beginning with the lefthand button for the memory assignment
and allocating a memory button to each
additional driver.
n Each new setting which is stored with the
same button cancels the previous setting.
n Each time new settings are stored for the
seat and mirrors for driving forward, it is
also necessary to re-store the individual
setting of the right-hand exterior mirror for
reversing.
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Assigning remote control keys* to
the memory buttons
If you wish to be able to retrieve the settings stored in the memory using the remote
control key, you must assign the keys to a
particular memory button.
We recommend assigning one of the two
factory-supplied remote control keys to the
left-hand memory button and the other keys
to the middle button.
You can obtain an additional remote control key, if necessary, from your Škoda Dealer and then assign it to the right-hand
memory button.
Carry out the following procedure
to assign the remote control keys:
After storing the settings of the driver’s seat
and mirrors, you have 10 seconds to assign the remote control key to the corresponding memory.
n Withdraw the remote control key from
the ignition lock for this purpose.
n Press the opening button of the remote
control key - see page 12 and hold the button for about one second until an audible
signal confirms the assignment has been
made.
The setting is stored under the memory
button you selected.
Notes
n If the remote control key has already
been assigned to another memory button,
the „old“ assignment is cancelled.
n If the remote control key is assigned to
a memory button which has already been
assigned to another key, the „old“ assignment is also cancelled in this case.
n The assignment of a remote control key
to a memory button is retained even if you
store new seat and mirror settings with this
button.
D
E
Retrieving seat and mirror settings
for driving forward
You can retrieve the stored settings by using the memory buttons D as well as the
remote control*.
Retrieving with the memory buttons
For safety reasons, you are able to retrieve the seat and memory settings only if the
ignition is switched off. You have two
possibilities for retrieving the settings in this
case:
„One-touch automatic memory“: With the
driver door opened, briefly press on the
desired memory button D. The seat and
exterior mirrors now move automatically
into the stored position.
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„Multi-touch memory retrieval“: With the
driver door opened or closed, continuously press the desired memory button D until
the seat and exterior mirrors have moved
into the stored position.
Note
If one of the memory buttons is once again
pressed during the automatic adjustment
of the seat and exterior mirrors, the retrieval process is interrupted. In this case,
again press the key which you pressed first
in order to continue the interrupted retrieval process. If, on the other hand, you press
one of the other two buttons, the seat and
mirrors will then move to the positions
stored with these buttons.
Retrieving with the remote control*
You can only retrieve the stored seat and
mirror settings if the ignition is switched
off and the driver door is closed:
Briefly press the opening button of the remote control key - see page 9, and then
open the driver door.
The seat and the exterior mirrors now move
automatically into the stored positions.
Retrieving exterior mirror setting for reversing*
When reverse gear is engaged, switch over
operation of the exterior mirror settings to
position R - refer to p. 17.
D
Notes on use of the lock switch E
n After the lock switch E is pressed (released), the memory system is permanently
switched off. You can now set the seat and
the exterior mirrors only manually. You can
switch on the memory system again by
once again pressing the lock switch E. If a
retrieval process was interrupted when this
switch was first pressed, the process is not
continued.
n We recommend switching off the memory system with the lock switch E if the car is
to be driven for a short time by a person for
whom you do not wish to store the individual
seat and mirror settings.
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Rear seat
Emergency off
In an emergency, the memory retrieval
process can be interrupted by pressing
(releasing) the lock switch E, briefly
pressing one of the memory buttons or
pressing one of the seat setting switches.
The rear seat can be folded forward in order to increase the available luggage space.
To prevent damage, the front seats should
be moved forward as far as possible first
of all to ensure that the backrest does not
damage the front seats when it is folded
forward.
Folding rear seat forward
n Pull up seat cushion with the aid of the
loop and fold forward.
n Pull release knob up and fold backrest
of rear seat forward slightly.
n Remove head restraints from backrest
of rear seat and fold the backrest fully forward.
n The head restraints can be inserted into
the openings of the backrest when it is folded forward.
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Luggage compartment cover
Folding rear seat back
n First of all, insert head restraints into the
backrest.
n Then, fold back rear seat backrest until
it locks in position - pull as a check. Fold
back seat into its original position.
Note
After folding back the seat cushion and the
rear seat backrests, the seat belt buckles
and the lap belt should be in their original
position - they should be ready for use.
Warning
The backrests of the rear seat should
be properly locked to ensure that no
objects can slip forward out of the
luggage compartment into the interior of the car during a sudden application of the brakes.
Warning
No objects should be carried on the
luggage compartment cover. These
may result in injuries to occupants
in the event of a sudden application
of the brakes or an accident.
In addition, the heater elements of the rear
window may be damaged by objects rubbing against them.
The luggage compartment cover is automatically raised when opening the tailgate.
The cover can be removed in order to transport bulky items:
n Unhook retaining cords from the tailgate.
n Pull the cover back out of the side retainers (see arrows).
The cover can then be stowed behind the
rear seat backrests.
n When installing, slide the cover forward
into the side retainers and hook the retaining cords onto tailgate.
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Luggage compartment
To ensure proper handling of your car, always distribute any load which you carry
(passengers and luggage).
Heavy objects should be transported as
close as possible to the rear suspension,
or even better between the front and rear.
On no account should you exceed the
permissible axle loads and the permissible gross weight of the vehicle.
Warning
Please note that when you transport
heavy items, this results in a change
in the centre of gravity of the vehicle
and thus affects the handling. You
should therefore adjust your style of
driving and speed to match, and also
alter the setting of the headlights, if
necessary.
In addition, please ensure that the heater
elements of the rear window are not damaged by objects rubbing against them.
Warning
Never drive with the tailgate ajar or
even open otherwise exhaust gases
will be drawn into the interior!
Attachment of floor covering of
luggage compartment (Estate)
n A hook is attached to the loop of the floor
covering of the luggage compartment.
n It is possible, if necessary, to attach the
raised floor covering with the hook to the
opening in the tailgate - see arrow - for example to gain access to the spare wheel.
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Lashing rings
Lashing rings (see arrows) are fitted on
both sides of the luggage compartment to
secure items of luggage.
Warning
Any items carried in the luggage
compartment should be properly attached so that they cannot move
when driving and braking.
Securing rings in Octavia
The securing rings are located in the load
area of the boot, or you can use hooks
which you fit into the openings in the body
- see illustration.
Securing eyes in Octavia Estate
The securing rings are located in the load
area of the boot, or you can use the hooks
of the luggage compartment nets - see illustration.
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Luggage compartment net*
It is also possible to attach a security net
to the rings in the boot for lashing down
small items.
Example for attaching vertical double net
(bag) in Octavia - see illustration.
Example for attaching vertical double net
in Octavia - see illustration.
Example for attaching partition net in
Octavia Estate - see illustration.
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Example for attaching load area net in
Octavia Estate - see illustration.
Example for attaching side net in Octavia
Estate - see illustration.
CD changer*
The CD changer for the car radio is located
in the left of the luggage compartment.
The description for changing the CDs is included in the instructions of the CD changer.
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Luggage compartment cover
(Estate)
Raised luggage area*
(Estate)
n Pull the luggage compartment cover in
the direction of the arrow into the recesses
on the sides of the luggage compartment.
n The cover can be removed for transporting bulky items. Press on the side of the
transverse bars in direction of arrow 1. Take
out the cover in the direction of arrow 2.
The raised luggage area makes it easier
to put in and remove large items. This can
be removed by adopting the following procedure:
n Release the luggage area by turning the
locking pins A about 90° to the left.
n Raise the luggage area in direction of
arrow and take out.
Warning
No objects should be carried on the
luggage compartment cover. The
occupants of the car are at risk in the
event of a sudden application of the
brakes or an accident.
n Release the supporting bars B by turning the plug-in rings C about 90° to the right
and take out.
In addition, the heating elements of the rear
window could be damaged by objects rubbing against them.
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Net partition Estate*
The luggage area is installed in the reverse
order:
n Insert the supporting bars B into the
original position. Attach in the rings of the
body by turning the plug-in rings C about
90° to the left.
n Place the still folded luggage area onto
the supporting bars B. Then pull luggage
area apart.
n Secure luggage area by turning the locking pins A about 90° to the right.
Warning
When installing luggage area, ensure
that the supporting bars and the
raised luggage area are correctly attached. Otherwise, the occupants of
the car may be at risk of injury.
Lining luggage compartment with
increased load area
The luggage compartment can be lined with
an increased load area.
n Raise part of the load area with hooks
and secure it by inserting into the slots
-arrows-.
The net partition can be used either behind
the rear seats or behind the front seats.
Remove the luggage compartment cover
before installing the net partition - refer to
page 51 of the Owner’s Manual.
Use of net partition behind rear
seats
Unrolling
Grasp the net partition at plate A and pull it
out of housing B at an angle of about 45°
in the direction of the tailgate. Place the one
end of the top cross rod into the mount C
in the roof member. Now push the cross rod
forward slightly and fit the other end of the
rod into mount C of the other roof member.
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Rolling up
Pull the top cross rod back slightly, first on
the one side, then on the other side, and take
the rod out of the appropriate mount C.
Guide the net partition down by hand at an
angle of about 45° in the direction of the
tailgate as it moves into housing B. Do not
allow it to snap down!
Use behind the front seats
Remove the head restraints and fold the
front seats forward. Grasp the plate A and
pull the net partition out of housing B. Insert the one end of the top cross rod into
the front mount C. Now, press the cross rod
forward slightly and fit the other side of the
rod into the mount C on the other side.
Rolling up
Pull the top cross rod back slightly, first on
the one side, then on the other side, and remove the rod from the appropriate mount C.
Guide the net partition by hand as it
moves down into the housing B. Do not
allow to snap down!
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Pedals
Installing complete net partition
Position housing into the mounts of the rear
seat backrest.
Then, push the housing in the opposite direction of arrow 1 as far as the stop.
Fold rear seats back.
Removing complete net partition
Remove the head restraints and fold the
rear seats forward.
Open the rear right door.
Then, push housing B in the direction of
arrow 1 as far as the stop and take it out of
the mounts of the rear seat backrests in the
direction of arrow 2.
Proper operation of the pedals must not be
obstructed by any objects!
For this reason, do not put articles in the
footwell which could roll or slide underneath
the pedals.
There should not be any foot mats or other
additional floor coverings around the pedal
area.
n Greater pedal travel may be necessary
if there is a fault in the brake system.
n It should always be possible to depress
the clutch and accelerator pedals fully.
n All the pedals must be able to return,
unhindered, to their rest positions.
For these reasons, only fit foot mats which
leave the pedal area completely free and
which have a non-slip surface.
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Handbrake
Armrest*
Pull the lever up firmly in order to apply the
handbrake. In addition, on a steep hill, also
engage 1st gear (or position P on cars with
an automatic gearbox). The handbrake lever should therefore always be applied
firmly to avoid driving off inadvertently without releasing the handbrake. The handbrake warning light comes on when the
handbrake is applied and the ignition is
switched on, see also page 81.
To release handbrake, pull lever up slightly,
press locking knob in and push lever fully
down.
Front armrest
Rear armrest*
To fold down the armrest, press the button
A on the front end of the armrest. Fold down
armrest and release button again.
The movement of your arm may be restricted if the armrest is folded down. It is
therefore recommended not to drive in
towns with the armrest folded down.
A stowage compartment is provided in the
armrest. Press button B to open the stowage compartment and raise lid.
The armrest at the rear can be folded down
by pulling on the strap in the direction of
the arrow.
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Mobile phone,
hands-free system*
The adapter holder (Cullmann) for your
own mobile phone (hereinafter called
only cellphone) is located in the armrest.
Raising mount into operating position
Press the button in the direction of the arrow. The mount is raised into the operating
position - see following illustration.
A stowage compartment is provided in the
armrest. To open the stowage compartment, press button in direction 1 and raise
lid in direction 2.
Armrest with universal mount for
mobile phone*
The text which follows applies to models which are not factory-fitted with a
mobile phone.
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Removing mobile phone
The mobile phone can be taken out of the
adapter for use outside of the vehicle (refer to manufacturer’s instructions).
Inserting adapter (Cullmann)*
Insert the adapter (matching your make of
mobile phone) into the mount. Insert the
adapter so that the lug at the end of the
mount engages in the recess at the end of
the adapter (arrow A) and the catches on
the side of the mount lock into the recesses
on the side of the adapter (arrow B). Run
the adapter cable through the opening in
the bottom part of the armrest (arrow C) and
plug the connector at the end of the cable
into the socket at the trim panel of the handbrake lever.
Refer to the Notes on page 155.
Inserting mobile phone
Insert mobile phone into the adapter (as
stated in manufacturer’s instructions). The
advantages which your particular make of
mobile phone offers (hands-free facility)
can be fully used by means of the integrated vehicle microphone and optimal transmission with the external aerial. In addition, the mobile phone battery remains constantly charged.
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Press the button - refer to pos. C - in order
to remove the cellphone and adapter
from the mounting.
Refer to the information on p. 155.
Universal portable cellphone
preinstallation
Placing adapter and cellphone into the
holder
n Place the adapter and cellphone into the
holder B, first of all in direction of arrow 1
until the adapter is resting against the stop.
Push the adapter slightly in direction of arrow 2 until it locks in place.
This enables you to make use of the advantages of the commercially available
cellphone („hands-free system“) with the
microphone integrated in the car, which
offers a higher quality of interference-free
transmission with an external aerial. At the
same time, the cellphone battery remains
constantly charged.
The mounting for a portable cellphone is
supplied with the car. The mounting is attached in the middle of the dash panel.
Adapter (Cullmann) and mobile phone are
not supplied with the car.
n Insert cellphone (as specified in manufacturer’s instructions) into adapter A.
n Plug the adapter cable into the socket
for the cellphone. The socket is located in
the bottom of the mounting. Your Škoda
dealer can provide you with more detailed
information.
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Manual gearbox
Adapter initialisation
In order to ensure an error-free function of
your cellphone during cellphone operation,
the following measures for the adapter initialisation must be carried out before connecting the adapter cable:
n Pull the ignition key out of the ignition
lock.
n Place the adapter into the holder (no
cellphone must be placed into the adapter).
n Plug the cable into the socket for the
cellphone.
n Switch on the ignition
n Wait 20 seconds then switch off the ignition and pull the ignition key out of the
ignition lock.
n Place the cellphone into the adapter (refer to manufacturer’s instructions) and
switch on the ignition.
The initialisation has to be carried out, if:
- the adapter is connected for the first
time,
- the battery is disconnected and connected again,
- the adapter cable was pulled out of the
cellphone socket.
Shift pattern
Reverse gear must not be engaged unless
the car is stationary. When the engine is
running, depress the clutch pedal fully and
wait a few seconds before engaging a gear
in order to achieve a smooth gearshift.
When reverse gear is engaged with ignition on, the reversing lights come on.
Shift pattern for models with 6speed manual gearbox
Note
When driving, you should not rest your
hand on the gear lever. The pressure of
your hand is transmitted to the selector
forks in the gearbox and can cause premature wear on the forks.
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Automatic gearbox*
Selector lever positions
The selector lever position engaged (refer to illustration) is indicated in the display panel*.
P - Park lock
The driven wheels are mechanically blocked.
Warning
The Park lock must not be engaged
unless the vehicle is stationary otherwise the Park lock might be damaged.
Before moving the selector lever into or out
of position „P“, the lock button in the selector lever handle has to be pressed. In
addition, the brake pedal has to be depressed first of all before moving out of this
position with the ignition switched on.
R - Reverse gear
Reverse gear must only be engaged if the
vehicle is stationary and the engine is idling.
Before moving selector lever into position „R“
from positions „P“ or „N“, the brake pedal
has to be depressed and the lock button in
the selector lever handle pressed in.
When the selector lever is moved into position „R“ and the ignition is on, the reversing lights come on.
N - Neutral
To move the selector lever out of „N“ at a
speed of less than 5 km/h (3 mph) and also
when vehicle is stationary and the ignition
on, depress brake pedal and press in lock
button in selector lever handle (if the selector lever remains in this position for more
than 2 seconds).
D - Continuous position for driving forward
In this position, the four forward gears are
shifted up and down automatically in line
with engine load, the speed of the car and
your style of driving.
To shift out of position „D“ into „3“, the lock
button in the selector lever handle must first
of all be pressed in.
3 - Position for hilly sections
This selector lever position is recommended if holding the position „D“ would result in frequent gear changes in certain driving conditions.
1st, 2nd and 3rd gears are automatically
shifted up and down in line with engine load,
the speed of the car and your style of driving. 4th gear cannot be engaged. This
ensures increased engine braking power
when the accelerator is released.
The Lock in the selector lever handle must
be pressed in order to shift out of position
„3“ into „2“.
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2 - Position for mountainous sections
This selector lever position is suitable for
long mountainous stretches.
1st and 2nd gears are automatically shifted up and down in line with engine load,
the speed of the car and your style of driving. 3rd and 4th gears cannot be engaged in order to avoid the gearbox shifting
up unnecessarily. This increases the engine braking power.
To shift out of position „2“ into „1“, the lock
button in the selector lever handle has to
be pressed in.
1 - Position for steep mountainous stretches
This selector lever position is recommended for extreme downhill stretches.
The car runs only in 1st gear. 2nd, 3rd and
4th cannot be engaged. This ensures that
the maximum possible engine braking
power is available.
Note
When shifting down manually, it is possible to engage selector lever positions „3“,
„2“ and „1“, although the automatic gearbox does not shift down until there is no
longer any risk of the engine overrevving.
Selector lever lock
The selector lever is locked in the positions
„P“ and „N“ when the ignition is switched
on. The warning light on the cover panel
next to the selector lever comes on and
remains on until the brake pedal is depressed. The brake pedal has first of all to
be depressed and at the same time the lock
button in the selector lever handle pressed
in to shift the selector lever out of these
positions. This is intended to ensure that it
is not possible to inadvertently engage a
gear and for the car to move off unexpectedly.
A time delay element ensures that the selector lever is not blocked if it is shifted rapidly through position „N“ (e.g. from „R“ to
„D“). This makes it possible, for example,
to „rock“ the car free if it is stuck in mud or
snow. The selector lever lock does not engage unless the lever is held for more than
2 seconds in position „N“ without the brake
pedal being depressed.
The selector lever lock is switched off automatically in the position „N“ and speeds
of more than 5 km/h.
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Information for driving
Starting engine
The engine can only be started if the selector
lever is in position „N“ or „P“ - see page 65.
Selecting a forward gear
Always first of all depress the brake pedal before selecting a forward gear when
the vehicle is stationary and the engine
is running.
Do not depress the accelerator when
moving the selector lever if the car is stationary.
If you inadvertently move the gearshift
lever into position „N“ when driving, you
first of all have to release the accelerator and wait until the engine is running
at idle speed before again engaging a
forward gear.
Warning
When the engine is idling and the car
is stationary (e.g. at traffic lights or
when stopped in congested traffic) it
is always necessary to depress the
brake pedal in order to hold the vehicle no matter the selector lever position,
because the power transmission is not
fully interrupted even when the engine
is idling and the car may creep forward.
If a forward gear is engaged when the
vehicle is stationary, on no account
inadvertently operate the throttle
(e.g. by hand from the engine compartment) otherwise the car will immediately move forward - this may
also happen even if the handbrake is
properly applied.
Move selector lever into position „P“
and apply the handbrake before carrying out any work on the running
engine.
Driving off
Select a gear (R, D, 3, 2, 1). Wait until the
gearbox has shifted into gear and the
power is transmitted to the driven wheels
(can be felt from a slight engagement jolt)
before then pressing the accelerator.
Coming to a stop
You do not have to move the selector lever
to position „N“ if stopped only for a short
time, e.g. at traffic lights. It is sufficient to
hold the car with the brake. The engine
must only be running at idling speed, however.
Parking
On the flat it is sufficient to engage the Park
lock. If parked on a downhill stretch, first of
all apply the handbrake fully and then engage the Park lock. Doing this ensures that
there is no excessive stress acting on the
Park lock mechanism and the Park lock can
be more easily released.
Warning
When the car is parked, the selector
lever should always be moved into
position „P“ for only this position
prevents the car moving off by itself.
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Tow-starting
If your car is fitted with an automatic gearbox, it is not possible to start the engine by
tow-starting or pushing the car - see page
173.
If the battery is discharged, jump-starting
cables can be used for connecting the battery of another car to start the engine - see
page 172.
Towing car
It is essential to refer to the information on
page 174 if it is necessary to tow in the car.
Drive programs
The automatic gearbox features various drive programs. Depending on your style of
driving or the driving situation, an economy, in other words consumption-oriented
program, or a sport program is selected.
The program is selected automatically
depending on how the accelerator pedal is
operated.
If the accelerator pedal is depressed slowly, the gearbox selects the economy program. This offers improved fuel economy.
If the accelerator pedal is depressed rapidly, the gearbox selects the sport program.
Kickdown
The kickdown facility makes it possible to
achieve maximum acceleration. If the accelerator pedal is depressed as far as the
stop, the automatic gearbox shifts down into
a lower gear in line with the speed of the
car and of the engine. The gearbox waits
until engine speed has reached the maximum specified speed in each case before
shifting up into the next higher gear.
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Adjustable steering column
Ignition lock
The steering column can be adjusted for
angle and length.
n First of all, properly adjust the driver’s seat.
n Swivel lever below steering column down
as far as the stop.
n Adjust the angle and length of the steering wheel to suit your body proportions.
n Push the lever back up again - toward
the steering column.
Petrol engines
Emergency program
If a fault develops in the gearbox electronics, emergency programs are activated depending on the type of fault.
n The gearbox does continue to shift automatically but more severe shift jolts can
be felt in this case. You should drive the
car to the nearest Škoda Dealer.
n The gearbox no longer shifts automatically.
In this case, the gearbox can still be shifted
manually but only 3rd gear is available in the
selector lever positions „D“, „3“ and „2“.
1st gear and Reverse gear are available as
usual when the selector lever is moved into
positions „1“ and „R“.
However, the torque converter has to perform more work, particularly because 2nd
gear is no longer available. In such cases,
it is possible that the gear oil may become
too warm.
It is therefore necessary to drive the car
immediately to a Škoda Dealer.
Warning
The steering column must not be adjusted when driving.
For safety reasons, the lever must always be pressed firmly up again so
that the steering wheel cannot move
while the vehicle is in motion.
1 - Ignition off, engine off
2 - Ignition on
3 - Starting engine
Diesel engines
1 - Fuel supply cut off, engine off
2 - Preglow (ignition off)
Do not switch on any large current consumers when heating the glow plugs to prevent
draining the battery unnecessarily.
3 - Starting engine
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Starting engine
For all models:
Position 1
To lock the steering wheel, withdraw key
and turn wheel until you hear the locking
pin engage.
Warning
Do not withdraw key from lock until
vehicle is stationary! The steering
lock might otherwise unintentionally
engaged.
Note
If you forget to switch off the side lights or
a turn signal light, an audible signal will
sound after you switch off the ignition or
withdraw the key and then open the driver’s door.
Position 2
If the key is difficult to turn in the lock or
cannot be turned to this position at all, move
the steering wheel back and forward slightly
to release the locking pin.
Warning
If the vehicle is allowed to roll, the
ignition key must be in position 2 in
the lock - ignition on. This position is
also indicated by the warning lights
coming on. Failure to turn the ignition
key into this position can result in the
steering locking unintentionally.
Do not withdraw the ignition key until after the vehicle has come to a stop
and has been properly secured to
prevent it moving by applying the
handbrake or engaging a gear.
Position 3
The starter is operated when the key is
turned into this position. The ignition key
must be turned back each time into position
„1“ before again attempting to start the engine. The starter repeat lockout in the ignition lock prevents the starter again being
operated when engine is already running.
When the key is in this position, the main/
low beam headlights and other major electrical components which are on, are then
switched off.
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General notes
Warning
There is a danger of poisoning if the
engine is run in confined spaces!
n Before starting, move gear lever into
Neutral (selector lever of automatic gearbox into position „P“ or „N“) and apply
handbrake firmly.
n On models with a manual gearbox, depress the clutch pedal when operating
starter so that the starter only has to crank
the engine.
n As soon as engine starts, release ignition key immediately - otherwise the starter
may suffer damage.
n After starting a cold engine, it may sound
noisy for a moment or two because the oil
pressure has to build up in the hydraulic
tappets first.
Do not warm engine up by running
it with vehicle stationary. Drive off
straight away.
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n Avoid high revs and running the engine
at full load until the engine has reached its
normal operating temperature.
n Do not allow the engine to idle for a
lengthy period. If the engine is running
when the car is stationary, there is not always an adequate flow of air through the
radiator. In certain circumstances, this can
result in the engine overheating and also
in engine damage.
n On vehicles with a catalytic converter
the engine must not be started by towing the vehicle more than 50 m. Otherwise, unburnt fuel can pass into the
catalytic converter and cause damage.
n Before trying to start engine by towing, use the battery from another vehicle for jump-starting if possible - see
page 172.
Petrol engines
Diesel engines
These engines are equipped with a petrol
injection system that automatically supplies
the correct fuel/air mixture at all ambient
temperatures.
The information for starting these engines
therefore applies irrespective of the outside
temperature and is the same whether the
engine is cold or at normal operating
temperature:
n Do not operate throttle before and
when starting the engine.
n If the engine does not start immediately,
do not operate the starter for more than 10
seconds and wait about 30 seconds before
repeating the attempt to start the engine.
n If the engine is very hot, it may be necessary to depress the throttle slightly after
the engine starts.
n If the engine still does not start, the fuse
for the electric fuel pump may have blown
- see page 162.
Glow plug system
After switching on the Drive position (ignition on), the glow warning light comes on.
Start the engine immediately after the warning light goes out.
Contact your Škoda Dealer in this case.
Starting a cold engine
Ambient temperature above +5 °C:
The engine can be started immediately
without preglow. Do not operate throttle
when starting engine.
Ambient temperature below +5 °C:
n Turn the key in ignition lock to position
„2“ (see page 64) - the glow warning light
comes on. It goes out after the ignition temperature is reached (see page 78).
While the glow plugs are working, do not
switch on any other major electrical
components as this would place an unnecessary load on the battery.
n When the warning lamp goes out, start
the engine immediately.
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If the engine does not start, once again preheat and start once again as described. If
the engine still does not fire, the fuse for
the diesel glow plug system may have
blown - see page 162.
Contact your Škoda Dealer.
Starting a warm engine
If the engine is already at operating temperature when started, the glow warning
lamp does not come on - the engine can
be started straightaway.
Switching off engine
Audible signals
Do not switch off the engine immediately
after operating it for a lengthy period at
high engine loads, but allow it to run at
idling speed for about 2 minutes to avoid
any build-up of heat.
The status of certain systems is indicated
by an audible signal sounding; refer to the
chapters on:
- Audible signal when reversing - page 68
- Excess speed signal - page 68
- Warning lamp - page 77
- Information display - page 74
- Switch - page 82.
The audible signal may also sound when
using a car radio - see operating instructions of the radio.
Warning
After the ignition has been switched
off, the fan may continue running for
a while (up to about 10 minutes) with
the ignition switched off. It may also
start to run again suddenly after a
short time if
- the coolant temperature increases
due to heat build-up
- when engine is warm and the engine compartment is heated additionally by strong sunlight.
Special care must therefore be taken
when working in the engine compartment!
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Audible signal when
reversing*
Excess speed signal*
Ultrasonic sensors in the rear bumper signal to you the distance from the rear bumper to an obstacle.
The parking aid is actuated automatically
when the ignition is switched on and reverse gear is engaged.
The audible warning when reversing begins
from a distance of about 1.6 metres. The
smaller the distance, the more often the
warning signal sounds.
A continuous signal sounds from about
0.3 m to indicate the hazardous area. Do
not reverse any further.
Warning
n The parking aid is not a substitute
for the driver’s proper attention. The
driver continues to be responsible
for handling the car when parking
and carrying out similar manoeuvres.
n Before reversing, nevertheless
ensure whether there is a small dimension object behind your car, for
example a stone, narrow post, trailer
drawbar etc. Such an obstacle might
be beyond the detection range of the
sensors.
If the car is driven at a speed of more than
120 km/h, an audible signal sounds as a
warning. This audible signal switches off
again once the speed of the car drops below this speed limit.
This feature applies only to certain export
countries.
Notes
n The parking aid is not active when towing a trailer.
n If the continuous signal sounds for about
5 seconds after switching on the ignition
and engaging the reverse gear, and there
is no obstacle behind the car, this indicates
a system fault. Please contact a Škoda
Dealer.
n It is important that the sensors are clean
and free of ice if the system is to operate
properly.
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Instruments
2 - Coolant temperature
gauge
The positioning of the instruments depends
on the particular model and engine version.
1 - Rev counter .................................. 69
2 - Coolant temperature gauge ......... 69
3 - Fuel gauge .................................... 70
4 - Speedometer, trip counter,
Service interval display ................ 70
5 - Digital clock .................................. 71
Multi-function display* .................. 71
6 - Information display* ...................... 74
1 - Rev counter
The needle of the rev counter must not move into the red zone of the scale on any
account.
Changing up in good time helps to
save fuel and keeps the noise down.
Change down to the next lower gear before the engine no longer runs smoothly.
Avoid high engine revs during the runningin period - see page 113.
The gauge starts to work when ignition is
switched on, but it takes some time before
the needle reaches its final position.
Cold range
The needle is in the bottom range of the scale.
Avoid high revs and high engine loads.
Normal range
When the car is driven normally, the needle
should settle in the middle range of the scale.
The needle may also move further to the
right if the engine is driven at high loads
and at high ambient temperatures, but the
warning lamp for the coolant temperature
must not flash.
If the warning lamp flashes, refer to the information on page 78.
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3 - Fuel gauge
The gauge starts to work when the ignition
is switched on.
The fuel tank holds about 55 litres
(4x4* - 63 ltr.).
If the warning lamp comes on, there are still
about 7 litres of fuel in the fuel tank.
4 - Speedometer
During the running-in period, refer to the
instructions on page 113.
The speedometer range depends on the
engine power output.
Odometer
The upper counter registers the total distance driven, and the bottom counter the
short trips (trip counter).
The figure after the point in the lower counter indicates 100 m or 1/10 mile.
The trip counter can be zeroed by pressing
the knob (below the speedometer).
For your own safety, do not attempt to
zero the counter when driving.
Service interval display
If the due date of an inspection is reached,
the following text appears in the trip counter display* or in the information display*
(see page 74)1):
„Service km 1500“ or
„Service in 1500 km“.
The km figure is reduced in steps of 100 km
prior to the service inspection.
1)
If the due date for inspection is reached,
the flashing readout „service“ or „service
now“ appears in the display.
The service message disappears about 20
seconds after starting the engine. You can
also switch to the trip counter display by
pressing the reset knob (for more than 0.5
seconds).
It is recommended to have repair and
service work carried out only in a Škoda
Dealership.
The Škoda Dealership which carried out the
service resets the service interval display
after completion of the work.
It is also possible to reset the service interval display with the reset knob of the trip
counter as follows:
n Switch off the ignition and press the reset knob of the trip counter below the
speedometer and hold.
n Switch on the ignition and release the
reset knob. The message „service“ or
„service now“ appears in the display.1)
n Turn the knob for setting the clock to the
right until the message is reset.
On certain models the service message „service OIL“ or „service INSP“ appears in the service interval display.
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Note
n Do not reset the readout between service intervals, otherwise an incorrect readout will be displayed.
n The information is retained even if the
vehicle battery is disconnected.
n If the instrument cluster is replaced during repairs, it is necessary to reset the
service interval display. This should be
done by a Škoda Dealership.
It is not recommended to reset the service interval display yourself otherwise
this may result in incorrect settings and
thus in possible faults in the vehicle.
After resetting the service interval display on models fitted with LongLife Service*, the service messages are displayed
in the same way as on models not fitted
with LongLife Service.
For this reason we recommend having
the service interval display reset in a
Škoda Dealership. The service interval
display is correctly reset by the Škoda
Dealership using a diagnostic tester.
5 - Digital clock
5 - Multi-function display*
A knob is provided at the bottom right of
the rev counter for setting the time.
n The hours can be set by turning the knob
to the left.
n The minutes can be set by turning the
knob to the right.
The information appears in the rev counter display or in the information display
- see page 74 - depending on the vehicle equipment.
Warning
n Always withdraw the key from the
ignition lock when leaving the car even if only for a short time.
n For safety reasons, do not attempt
to set the time when driving. When
setting the time, the button should
only be turned and not pressed otherwise the clock may be damaged.
Fault display
If there is a fault in the instrument cluster,
„dEF“ appears continuously in the display
panel of the trip counter. The fault should
be rectified as soon as possible by a Škoda
Dealer.
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The multi-function display (MFD) indicates
not only the time but also a range of additional information:
n Ambient temperature
n Range
n Momentary fuel consumption
n Average fuel consumption
n Distance driven
n Average speed
n Driving time
n Time of day
The function selector switch and the Reset button are located in the handle of the
windscreen wiper stalk.
The functions are displayed one after the
other by repeatedly pressing the top or
bottom side of the function selector switch
with the ignition on.
When the ignition is switched on, the display switches to the function which had
been selected before switching off the ignition.
If the battery is disconnected for any reason, both memories are erased.
Example of readout on models fitted
with large information display*
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The memories
The system is equipped with two memories
which operate automatically:
A single trip memory 1 collates the following trip data from the moment the ignition
is switched on until it is switched off: Travelling time, distance travelled and quantity
of fuel consumed.
This information is used to calculate the
average driving speed and the average fuel
consumption.
If the trip is continued within 2 hours after
switching off the ignition, the additional information is also included in the calculation. The memory is automatically erased if
the trip is interrupted for more than 2 hours.
A total trip memory 2 collates the trip data
of any desired number of individual trips up
to a total of 100 hours travelling time,
10,000 km distance and 1,000 litres of fuel
consumed. These trip data are used for calculating the average fuel consumption and
speeds achieved during all the individual
trips.
If one of the figures stated is exceeded, the
memory is erased and the calculation starts
from the beginning again. Contrary to the
single journey memory, this memory is not
erased after a break in the journey of more
than 2 hours.
Retrieving information
To retrieve the information, select the
memories by pressing the „Reset“ button:
- Single trip memory - 1
- Total trip memory - 2
The following data can be displayed:
n Driving time
n Distance driven
n Average speed
n Average fuel consumption
Erasing the memories
The memories can be reset to zero by pressing the „Reset“ button for at least 1 second.
Displaying
After switching on the ignition, the last
readout selected is displayed.
Ambient temperature
The correct ambient temperature is displayed only after 5 minutes. If the car is not moving or travelling only at a very low speed, the
temperature indicated may be slightly higher
than the actual ambient temperature because
of the heat radiated by the engine.
Warning
If the ambient temperature display is
used as an ice warner, do not forget
that black ice may also be present on
the road surface even at temperatures above 0°C. A snow flake symbol is displayed in addition (depending on vehicle equipment).
Range
This readout indicates the distance which
the vehicle can still travel with the actual
level of fuel in the fuel tank. The figure is
based on the calculation of the average fuel
consumption for the last 50 km. If the display is reset (after disconnecting and reconnecting the battery), the vehicle should
be driven 50 km in order to display the relevant figure.
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Momentary consumption
l/100 km
The readout indicates the actual consumption in ltr./100 km.
The fuel consumption is calculated in twosecond intervals. If the vehicle is not moving,
the fuel consumption is displayed in l/h.
Average fuel
consumption
∅ l/100 km
What is indicated is the average consumption not the actual consumption at the time
of reading the display.
The average fuel consumption is indicated
after switching on the ignition or erasing the
memory being used, after a distance of
about 300 metres. Up to this point dashes
are displayed instead of a figure.
Single trip memory 1 - what is displayed
is the average fuel consumption of the particular individual trip.
Total trip memory 2 - what is displayed is
the average fuel consumption which has
been achieved during all individual trips see also „Total trip memory“.
Note
The quantity of fuel consumed is not indicated.
Distance
km
The remarks made under „Driving time“
also apply in the same way to „Distance
driven“. The maximum distance displayed
is 9999 km.
Average speed
∅ km/h
The remarks made under „Average fuel
consumption“ also apply here in the same
way.
Time
no symbol
The time is also displayed even if the ignition is switched off. The clock is set with the
rotary knob - see „Digital clock“, page 71.
Driving time
1 - the driving time which has elapsed since
ignition was switched on or since memory
was deleted - refer to single trip memory,
page 73.
2 - the total driving time of all individual trips
- refer to total trip memory, page 73.
The maximum time displayed in both switch
positions is 99 hours and 59 minutes. If this
figure is exceeded, the display starts again
at zero.
6 - Information display*
When the ignition is switched on and the
vehicle is driven, certain functions and the
vehicle status are constantly checked.
Operational faults or repairs which must be
dealt with immediately, or further information, is signalled by means of a red and
yellow illuminated symbol in the dash panel insert in line with the priority. If the symbol lights up, an audible signal also sounds.
In addition, the information and warning
texts appear in the display - see page 77.
Texts or instructions for driver, depending on the version, can be displayed in one
of the language versions:
English, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, German, Czech.
The appropriate language version can be
selected in a Škoda Dealership.
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The following information (depending on
the vehicle equipment) appears in the large or small display:
- Information and warning texts
- Information of MFD - see page 71
- Warning symbols or warning lamps - see
page 77
- Selector lever position of automatic gearbox - see page 60
- Information of service interval display see page 70
- Information of navigation system
Example of readout in small display*
Example of readout in large display*
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Navigation system*
Operating menu of display *
Select the menu in the large information
display by pressing the top part of the
rocker switch on the windshield wiper lever in direction of arrow (for more than 1
second) - see illustration.
You can scroll through the individual displays with the rocker switch. When you release the switch, the selected information
is displayed.
Navigation system
On models fitted with the navigation system, it is possible to switch between the
following settings by pressing the switch in
the handle of the windscreen wiper lever
(for more than 2 seconds):
n Navigation information
n Information of MFD
Operation of the navigation system is described in separate instructions which are
enclosed with the vehicle wallet.
If the navigation system is operating, priority is given to displaying the information
and warning texts in the information display.
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Indicator/warning lights
Main beam
The warning light comes on when main
beam is switched on or when the headlight
flasher is used.
Further details are given on page 87.
Airbag system*
The position of the indicator/warning lights
depends on the model and engine version. You will find the symbols presented in
the description which follows on or at the
corresponding indicator/warning lights in
the instrument cluster.
When certain warning lights come on, this
is accompanied by an audible signal. A text
may also be shown in the information display* - see previous chapters.
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Turn signal system
The left or right warning light will flash depending on the direction which has been
selected.
If a turn signal fails, the warning light flashes
twice as fast. This does not apply when
towing a trailer. Both warning lights flash
when the hazard warning system is switched on.
The warning light comes on for a few seconds when ignition is switched on.
If the lamp does not go out or if it comes on
again when driving, there is a fault in the
system. This is also valid if the warning light
does not come on when switching on the
ignition. Further information see page 23.
Text in the information display*: AIRBAG
FAULT (fault at airbag)
The operational readiness of the airbag system is monitored electronically, also on deactivated front passenger airbag or side airbag.
If the front or side airbag was deactivated
with a Diagnosis Device by a Škoda dealer:
- the warning lamp comes on for 3 seconds when the ignition is switched on
and then flashes for 12 seconds.
If the front or side airbag was deactivated with the switch in the glove box:
- the warning light comes on for 3 seconds
when the ignition is switched on;
- the deactivation of the airbag is signaled
by the warning light Airbag OFF coming
on in the front interior light
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Warning
If a fault exists, have the airbag system checked immediately by a Škoda
Dealer. Otherwise, there is a risk of
the airbag or the seat belt not being
activated in the event of an accident.
Trailer turn signal system*
The warning light flashes if the turn signal
system is operated when towing a trailer.
If a turn signal light of the trailer or towing
vehicle fails, the warning light does not
flash.
Low beam
The warning light comes on after the low
beam is switched on - see page 82.
Fog lights*
The warning light comes on when the fog
lights are switched on.
Rear fog light
The warning light comes on when the rear
fog light is switched on.
Testing engine electronics*
EPC
(fitted only to certain engines)
The warning light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on.
If the warning light does not go off or comes on or flashes when driving, this indicates a fault in the engine electronic system. A program stored in the engine control unit makes it possible to continue driving with certain restrictions - contact a
Škoda Dealer for professional assistance.
Glow plugs
(diesel engines only)
If the engine is cold, the warning light
comes on when the preglow position „2“
(ignition on) is switched on - see page 64.
If the warning light does not come on, there
is a fault in the glow plug system - contact
a Škoda Dealer for assistance. After the
light goes out, start the engine rightaway.
If the engine is warm, the glow plug warning light does not come on - the engine can
be started straightaway.
If the warning light flashes when driving,
there is a fault in the system.
Contact a Škoda Dealership for professional advice.
Coolant temperature, coolant
level
The warning light comes on for a few seconds after switching on the ignition.
On vehicles with information display, the
warning light does not come on after switching on the ignition, only if a fault exists or a
lack or coolant.
If the warning light does not go off after this
or flashes when driving, either the coolant
temperature is too high or the coolant level
is too low.
Text in the information display*: STOP CHECK
COOLANT SERVICE MANUAL.
An audible warning signal then sounds
(peep signal 3 times).
If this happens, stop the car and switch
off the engine; check the coolant level and
top up coolant if necessary.
If the warning light comes on, although the
coolant is at the correct level and the fan
fuse is in proper order, do not drive any
further. The engine must then also not run
in neutral. Contact a Škoda Dealer for professional assistance.
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Warning
n Take care when opening the coolant expansion tank. When the engine
is hot, the cooling system is pressurized - risk of scalding! Allow the
engine to cool down, therefore, before unscrewing the cap.
n Do not touch the fan! The fan may
switch on suddenly - even if the ignition is switched off.
If the coolant is at the correct level, the rise in
temperature may be caused by a failure of the
radiator fan. Check the fuse of the radiator fan
and renew if necessary - see page 162.
If the warning light does not go out although the coolant is at the correct level and
the fan fuse is in proper order, do not drive
any further. Contact a Škoda Dealer for
professional assistance.
Further information is provided on pages
133 and 138.
Brake wear indicator*
If this warning light comes on, contact a Škoda
Dealer to have the brake pads checked.
An audible warning signal sounds (single
peep signal).
In view of the fact that the brake wear indicator monitors only the front brake pads, it
is recommended to also have the rear
brake pads or linings inspected.
Fuel level
The warning light comes on and remains
on if there are only about 7 litres of fuel in
the tank.
An audible warning signal sounds (1 beep).
Oil
Warning light shows red
(engine oil level too low)
The warning light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on.
On vehicles with information display, the
warning light does not come on after switching on the ignition, only if a fault exists or a
shortage of oil.
If the warning light does not go out after a
few seconds or comes on when driving,
stop the car and switch off the engine,
check oil level and top up oil if necessary –
see page 136.
Text in the information display*: STOP! OIL
PRESSURE STOP ENGINE! SERVICE
MANUAL.
An audible warning signal sounds (peep
signal 3 times).
If the warning light comes on although the
oil is at the correct level, do not continue
driving. The engine must also not be run
at idling speed in this case. Contact a
Škoda Dealership for professional advice.
Warning
The oil pressure warning light is not
an oil level gauge. For this reason,
check the oil level at regular intervals. This is best done each time you
refuel.
Yellow warning light comes on*
(engine oil level too low)
If the yellow warning light comes on, the
engine oil level is probably too low. Check
oil level as soon as possible or top up oil see page 136.
An audible warning signal sounds (3x
beeps).
Text in the information display*: CHECK OIL
LEVEL.
Models fitted with LongLife Service: The
oil level warning is reset when the bonnet
is opened. If the engine oil is not replenished, the warning appears once again after
driving about 100 km.
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Yellow warning light flashes*
(engine oil level gauge faulty)
If a fault occurs at the engine oil level gauge, this is indicated by an audible signal and
by the warning light flashing several times.
Text in the information display*: OIL SENSOR WORKSHOP.
Have the engine inspected without delay by a Škoda Dealership.
Opening doors*
Testing engine electronics*
If a door is open, this is indicated by this
warning light.
On models fitted with information display,
an audible signal (beep) also sounds if you
move off with a door that is still open or not
correctly closed.
The warning light comes on when the ignition is switched on.
If the warning light does not go out after starting the engine, or comes on or flashes when
driving, this indicates a fault in the engine
electronics system or in systems which influence exhaust emissions. A programme stored
in the engine control unit makes it possible
to continue driving with certain restrictions contact a Škoda dealer for professional help.
Washer fluid level*
The warning light comes on if the washer
fluid level is too low. Top up washer fluid see page 147.
An audible warning signal also sounds (single peep signal).
Bulbs*
This warning light comes on if the bulb of
the luminous element is faulty during:
n Operation of brakes (brake light)
n Malfunction of illumination (low beam (or
fog light)
An audible warning signal also sounds (single peep signal)
Electronic stability
program (ESP)*
The warning light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on.
The ESP system also includes the traction
control system (TCS).
The light flashes when driving if the system
has activated a control cycle.
The warning light will come on and remain
on if the system is switched off or if a system fault exists.
As the ESP system operates in combination
with the ABS, EDL and EBC, the ESP warning light also comes on if the ABS system fails.
Further details are given on pages 84 and
117 - 119.
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Traction control system
(TCS)*
The warning light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on.
The light flashes when driving if the system
has activated a control cycle.
The warning light will come on and remain
on if the system is switched off or if a system fault exists.
As the TCS system operates in combination
with the ABS, EDL and EBC, the TCS warning light also comes on if the ABS system fails.
Further details are given on pages 85 and
117 - 119.
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)*
The warning light monitors the ABS, or ABS
and EDL* system.
The ABS warning light should come on for
a few seconds when the ignition is switched
on. If the ABS warning light does not go off
after a few seconds, if it does not come on
at all, or comes on when driving, the system is not operating properly. The car is
braked in this case without operation of the
ABS; only the normal brake system then
operates. Contact a Škoda Dealer as
soon as possible and adapt your style
of driving to the fault which exists for
you cannot know the extent of the problem.
Electronic differential lock (EDL)*
The EDL system operates in combination
with the ABS. A failure of the EDL system
is indicated by the ABS warning light coming on. You should then contact a Škoda
Dealer without delay.
If a major fault is present in the ABS system, an audible warning signal also
sounds (3 peeps). Further information on
the ABS and EDL systems is given on
pages 117 and 118.
Electronic immobiliser
When the ignition is switched on, a data
harmonization is performed between key
and control unit. If the data exchanged are
correct, this is confirmed by the warning light coming on for a few seconds.
If an unauthorized car key (e.g. forged key)
has been used, the warning light changes to
a continuous flashing light. It is then no longer
possible to start the car - see page 7.
Brake fluid level
The warning light comes on for a few seconds after switching on the ignition.
Warning
If the warning light comes on when
the ignition is switched on or when
driving, there is a fault in the brake
system. Contact the nearest Škoda
Dealer without delay and have the
brake system inspected.
An audible warning signal sounds
(3 peeps).
You can drive on carefully to the nearest Škoda Dealer but allow for higher
pedal pressures, longer braking distances and greater idle travel of the
brake pedal.
The warning light also comes on when the
handbrake is applied.
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Switches
Charge indicator
0 - Off
The warning light comes on when the ignition is switched on. It should go out when
the engine is started.
If the warning light comes on when driving
or does not go out after the engine has
started, stop the car and switch off the
engine. Check the ribbed belt.
If it is loose or broken, do not drive any
further. The belt has to be tensioned or
replaced.
If the ribbed belt is in proper order and the
warning light nevertheless comes on, it is
possible to drive on to the nearest Škoda
Dealer. In this case, the battery will not be
charged; switch off all unnecessary electrical components in the vehicle.
An audible warning signal sounds (single
peep signal).
1 - Side lights
Seat belt warning system*
This warning light comes on to request the
driver to fasten the seat belt.
If the driver’s belt is not fastened, an audible warning signal sounds for 6 seconds.
2 - Low beam
Low beam and main beam operate only if
the ignition is switched on.
The headlights are switched automatically
to side lights when starting the engine and
after switching off the ignition.
For switching the headlights between low
beam and main beam and using the headlight flasher - see page 87.
Light switch
Notes
n The position of the switches differs on
right-hand drive vehicles. The symbols on
the switches are, however, the same as on
vehicles with left-hand drive.
n Use of the lighting described here is
subject to the legal regulations of the country concerned.
n If the side lights are not switched off after withdrawing the ignition key, an audible
signal sounds as a reminder as soon as the
driver’s door is opened.
n The warning signal of the buzzer is switched off by the door contact when the driver’s door is closed (ignition off) allowing the
car to be parked with the side lights on.
3 - Instrument lighting*
If the car lights are switched on, the intensity of the instrument lighting can be
steplessly varied by then turning this knob.
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Fog lights*
1 - Hazard warning system
The fog lights are switched on by pulling the switch into position A.
The fog lights come on if the side lights,
low or main beam are switched on.
If the hazard warning system is switched
on, all the turn signal lights of the car flash
at the same time. The warning light for the
turn signals and the warning light in the
switch also flash. The system operates
even if the ignition is switched off.
Rear fog light
The rear fog light is switched on by pulling the switch into position B.
The rear fog light comes on if the low or
main beam is selected or if the front fog
lights are switched on (depends on the
national version). The rear fog light should
only be switched on if visibility is poor, because of the risk of dazzling a driver behind.
Notes
n The rear fog light is incorporated in the
rear light of the driver’s side.
n The electrical system of the towing device fitted for certain countries is designed
to automatically switch off the rear fog light
of the car when towing a trailer fitted with a
rear fog light.
2 - Rear window heater
1 - Hazard warning system
2 - Rear window heater/Exterior mirror heater
3 - ESP/TCS* (The switch applies to the
ESP or TCS, depending on the system fitted. See pages 84 and 85 for
further information on ESP and TCS.
The heating operates only if the ignition is
switched on. When the heater is operating,
the warning light in the switch comes on.
After the rear window heater is switched on,
the heaters of the exterior mirrors are also
switched on on models fitted with power
windows.
As soon as the rear window is clear,
switch off the heater. The reduced
current consumption improves your fuel
consumption - see also page 114.
4 - Thumbwheel for front seat
heater*
5 - Remote fuel filler flap released from driver’s seat*
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3 - Electronic stability
program*
ESP
Models fitted with anti-lock brake system
(ABS) can be equipped additionally with an
electronic stability program (ESP).
The ESP makes it possible to enhance
control over the vehicle in situations in
which the vehicle is operating at the dynamic limits, such as driving too fast into a
curve. The ESP is an extension of the ABS/
EBC//TCS/EDL function and reduces the
risk of skidding in all road conditions. The
system operates over the entire speed of
the vehicle in conjunction with the ABS. If
a fault develops in the ABS system, the ESP
then also does not operate.
The ESP is switched on automatically each
time the engine is started. It can be switched off and on, as desired, together with
the TCS system, by pressing the pushbutton.
If the system is switched off, the ESP warning light comes on - see page 80.
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In exceptional cases where wheel slip is
desired, it is beneficial to switch off the ESP
system.
For example:
- when driving with snow chains
- when starting off in deep snow or on a
loose surface
- when rocking the car free if it has got
stuck.
The system should be switched on again
after this.
Note
The same tyres must be fitted to all four
wheels if the ESP system is to operate
properly. Differing rolling circumferences of
the tyres can result in an undesirable reduction in engine output.
Repairs on the vehicle (e.g. on engine,
braking system, chassis or another combination of wheels and tyres) can influence
the function of the ESP.
Operating principle of ESP
The ABS, EBC, EDL, TCS systems are integrated in the electronic stability program.
In addition to the data available from these
functions, the ESP control unit is also supplied with signals which are transmitted by
highly sensitive sensors. What is measured is the spinning rotary motion about the
vertical axis of the vehicle, the lateral acceleration of the vehicle, the brake pressure and the steering lock.
Note
The direction selected by the driver is determined with the aid of the movement of
the steering and the vehicle speed and
constantly compared with the actual behaviour of the vehicle. If variations exist, such
as the vehicle beginning to slide, the ESP
automatically brakes the wheel in question
and reduces engine speed.
The vehicle is again stabilised as a result
of the forces acting on the wheel during the
braking operation. If the vehicle is oversteering (tending to break away at the rear),
it is primarily the outside front wheel which
is braked, whereas, if the vehicle is understeering (tending to slide out of the curve),
the rear inner wheel is then braked.
Warning
The ESP system is also not able to
overcome the physical limits of the
vehicle. You should remember this,
particularly when driving on slippery
and wet road surfaces.
Your style of driving should always
be adapted to the condition of the
road and the traffic situation. The
enhanced safety offered by the ESP
must not tempt you to take any risks
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3 - Traction control system*
TCS
Vehicles fitted with the anti-lock brake system (ABS) can additionally be equipped
with a traction control system (TCS).
On front-wheel drive vehicles, the TCS prevents the driven wheels from slipping when
the car is accelerated, by reducing the engine output. The system operates in combination with the ABS over the entire vehicle speed range. If a fault develops in the
ABS, the TCS is also affected.
The TCS switches on automatically when
the engine is started. If desired, the system can be switched off and on by pressing the pushbutton.
If the system is switched off, the TCS warning lamp comes on - refer to page 81.
The TCS should always be switched on in
normal driving conditions. It is only beneficial to switch off the system in certain exceptional cases if wheel slip is desired.
For example:
- when driving with snow chains
- when starting off in deep snow or on a
loose surface
- when rocking the car free if it has got
stuck.
The system should be switched on again
after this.
Note
The same tyres must be fitted to all four
wheels if the TCS system is to operate
properly. Differing rolling circumferences of
the tyres can result in an undesirable reduction in engine output.
Repairs on the vehicle (e.g. on engine,
braking system, chassis or another combination of wheels and tyres) can influence
the function of the ASR.
Warning
Always adapt your style of driving to
the condition of the road and the traffic situation. The increased safety
offered by the TCS system must not
induce you to take risks with your
safety.
4 - Knurled wheel for seat
heating*
The cushion and backrest of the front seats
can be heated electrically when the ignition is on.
The heater can be switched on with the
appropriate knurled wheel and regulated as
desired.
To switch heating off, turn knurled wheel to
the basic position „0“.
Note
Do not switch on the seat heater until after
starting the engine. This considerably reduces the drain on the battery capacity.
5 - Releasing fuel filler flap
from driver’s seat*
The fuel filler flap opens when the switch is
pressed. For further information - see page
123.
The traction control system greatly facilitates starting-off, accelerating and climbing hills, or at all makes this possible, even
when driving on poor road conditions.
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III - driver and an additional 330 kg in the
luggage compartment, in line with the
permissible load of the front and rear
axles.
Warning
Adjust the headlight beam control,
so that the traffic on the opposite
side is not dazzled.
Emergency release of fuel filler flap
If the remote release at the driver’s seat*
does not operate properly, it is possible to
unlock the fuel filler flap manually:
n Open tailgate, detach the luggage compartment trim on the right and pull off.
n Then, push the locking rod in direction
of arrow - see illustration.
Headlight range control
If the low beam is switched on, it can be
matched exactly to the load of the vehicle with the headlight range control.
n You can turn the knurled wheel until the
low beam has been adjusted in such a way
that other road users are not dazzled.
The individual headlight beam settings correspond approximately to the following vehicle load:
- - driver, front passenger
I - 5 persons
II - 5 persons and an additional 180 kg in
the luggage compartment, in line with
the permissible load of the front and
rear axles
Headlights fitted with Xenon bulbs adapt
automatically to the load and driving
state (e.g. accelerating, braking) when
ignition is switched on and when driving.
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High and low beam
Headlight flasher
If low beam is switched on, press the lever
away from the steering wheel. A blue warning light comes on to indicate the high beam
setting. To switch over to the low beam
setting, pull the lever back into its original
position.
Note
On models fitted with xenon headlights*, do
not switch on main beam and fog lights at
the same time when the car is stationary.
Pull lever toward steering wheel as far as
the pressure point - the main beam and the
indicator light come on.
Note
Use of the signal and lighting systems described is subject to local national regulations.
Coming Home Function*
Multifunction switch
The turn signal system only operates if the
ignition is switched on.
Right turn signals - lever up
Left turn signals - lever down
When turn signals are operating, the appropriate warning light also flashes - see
page 77.
The turn signal lights are cancelled automatically when the steering wheel is moved
back into the straightahead position.
The function enables the lighting of the low
beam for a short time after leaving the vehicle, e.g. for illumination of Coming-Home
etc.
Select function
n Switch off light
n Switch off ignition
n Flash with main beam (headlight flasher)
n Open and close door
If the door is open, the light is on for
approx. 3 minutes.
If the door is closed, the light is on for
approx. 30 seconds
Parking lights
The parking light can only be switched on
if the ignition is off.
Right parking lights - lever up
Left parking lights - lever down
Notes
n Use of the parking lights is subject to
local national regulations.
n If the lever is not in the middle position
after withdrawing the key, an audible signal sounds when the driver’s door is opened. The audible signal switches off again
as soon as the door is closed.
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Tempomat
(cruise control system)*
With the aid of this system it is possible to
constantly maintain any desired speed from
30 km/h without the driver having to hold
his foot on the accelerator pedal.
Warning
Do not use the cruise control system
in dense traffic or on a slippery road
surface (ice, snow, rain, grit, etc.).
If the cruise control system is switched on, do not shift into neutral without depressing the clutch pedal otherwise the engine may overrev.
Note
On models fitted with an automatic gearbox, the cruise control system is only active in selector lever positions D, 3 and 2. It
is not possible to use the cruise control
system in selector lever positions P, N, R
and 1.
The system is operated with the sliding
switch A and the pushbutton B on the
multifunction switch.
Switching on
Move switch A to ON.
Storing a speed
The stored speed can also be increased in
the usual way by depressing the accelerator.
When the accelerator is released, the speed
is again reduced to the speed previously
stored.
This is not the case, however, if the stored
speed is exceeded by more than 10 km/h
for a period of more than 5 minutes. In such
a case, it is necessary to again store the
speed.
The speed can be reduced in the usual way
- by depressing the brake pedal or the
clutch pedal (switches off system temporarily - refer to page 89).
Warning
You must only resume the stored
speed if it is not too high for the traffic conditions which exist at that
moment.
Switch on the cruise control system. As
soon as you have reached the desired
speed, briefly press pushbutton B in position SET.
After pressing pushbutton B in position
SET, the car will maintain the speed stored
(above 30 km/h [20 mph]) without you having to depress the accelerator.
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Changing stored speed
Switching off system temporarily
Decelerating
The stored position can be reduced by
pressing the pushbutton B in position SET.
The speed of the vehicle is reduced continuously if the pushbutton B is pressed and held
in position SET. Release the pushbutton
once the desired speed is reached. The
speed is then stored.
If the pushbutton is released at a speed
below 30 km/h, the speed is not stored and
the memory is erased. In this case, the
speed of the vehicle must be re-stored with
pushbutton B in position SET after accelerating the car to more than 30km/h.
Models with manual gearbox
The system is switched off temporarily by
depressing the brake pedal or clutch pedal.
The system is also switched off by sliding
switch A to the right - into position OFF.
The speed which is stored at this moment
is retained.
Resuming the stored speed is achieved by
releasing the brake pedal or clutch pedal
and after pressing the switch B into position RES
Accelerating
The stored speed can be increased by
pushing the switch B in the position RES
without operating the accelerator.
The speed of the car is increased continuously if the switch is pressed and held. Release the switch as soon as the desired speed
is reached. This speed is then stored.
Warning
You must only resume the stored
speed if it is not too high for the traffic conditions which exist at that
moment.
Models with automatic gearbox
The system is switched off temporarily by
depressing the brake pedal.
The system is also switched off by sliding
switch A to the right - into position OFF.
The speed stored at this moment is retained.
Resuming the stored speed is achieved by
releasing the brake pedal or clutch pedal
and pressing the switch B into position RES
Warning
You must only resume the stored
speed if it is not too high for the traffic conditions which exist at that
moment.
Switching off system completely
Models with automatic gearbox
To switched off the system completely,
move the switch A fully to the right to OFF.
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Multifunction steering wheel*
you have reached the speed you wish to
maintain, briefly press pushbutton 1 in the
position SET-. The car maintains the stored
speed without the need to operate the accelerator pedal. Changing stored speed refer to p. 88.
What is operated with the pushbuttons on
the steering wheel depends on the equipment fitted to the car.
Pushbuttons 1, 2, 3 and 4 are used to operate the main functions of the cruise control and the radio system Please also refer
to the additional information provided in the
corresponding operating instructions.
Press the button (refer to arrow) when the
lights are switched on in order to illuminate
the buttons on the steering wheel.
Operating cruise control
The cruise control is switched on by moving switch A to ON (refer to ill. on p. 88).
The system is switched off completely by
moving switch A fully to the right to the OFF
position (refer to ill. on p. 88).
Storing speed
Switch the cruise control on. As soon as
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The stored speed can be reduced by pressing pushbutton 1 in position SET-. If the button is pressed and held, the speed reduces
continuously. Once you have reached the
speed you wish to maintain, release the button. The desired speed is then stored.
The stored speed can be increased by pressing pushbutton 1 in position RES+. If the button is pressed and held, the speed increases
continuously. Once you have reached the
speed you wish to maintain, release the button. The desired speed is then stored.
Switching off cruise control temporarily
The cruise control is switched off temporarily by pressing pushbutton 2 in the position CANCEL.
The stored speed is resumed by pressing
pushbutton 1 in position RES+.
For further versions of switching off the
cruise control temporarily - refer to p. 89.
Warning
The stored speed must only be resumed if it is not too high for the traffic conditions which exist at that
moment.
Operating radio system and CD
changer
The radio system is operated with pushbuttons 3 and 4.
Pushbutton 3 with positions VOL+ and
VOL-:
The volume of the radio system, cassette
player, CD changer and recorder of traffic
reports is increased or reduced by pressing the button in the appropriate position.
Pushbutton 4 with positions indicated by
the two arrows:
Radio system: You can search up or down
for radio stations in accordance with the
frequency search by pressing the button in
the appropriate position.
Cassette player: You can operate the fast
forward or return by pressing the button in
the appropriate position.
CD changer: You can select preceding or
subsequent sections of music by pressing
the button in the appropriate position.
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Windscreen wiper and
washer system
Windscreen
Traffic information memory* (RDS): You
can play preceding or subsequent traffic
information bulletins by pressing the button in the appropriate position.
The windscreen wipers and windscreen
washer system only operate when the ignition is switched on.
In frosty weather, check that the wiper
blades are not frozen to the glass before
switching the wipers on for the first time.
Notes
n Topping up washer fluid - see page 147.
n Changing windscreen wiper blades - see
page 148.
n Flick wipe
Lever in position 4.
n Intermittent wipe
Lever in position 1.
Four different intermittent settings can be selected with the intermittent wipe switch A.
n Slow wipe
Lever in position 2.
n Fast wipe
Lever in position 3.
n Automatic wipe/wash
Pull lever toward steering wheel (position
5); the windscreen wipers and washer system operate.
Release lever - the washer system stops. The
wipers operate for a further 1 to 3 sweeps (depending on how long the washer system was
operated).
Rain sensor*
Lever in position 1.
The wipe intervals are controlled automatically by the rain sensor depending on how
much rain is falling.
The sensitivity of the rain sensor can be set
individually with switch A.
After the ignition is switched off, you have
to re-activate the rain sensor. To do this,
move the lever into position 0 and then back
again into position 1.
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Heating and ventilation
Headlight washer system*
Rear window
When the side lights, low beam or main
beam are switched on, the headlight lenses
are also washed every time the windscreen
is washed.
There is a time delay of about 3 second after
operating the lever (position 5) before the
headlights are washed.
Stubborn dirt (such as insect residues) should
be removed from the headlight lenses at regular intervals, for example when refuelling.
In winter, also clean off any snow on the washer nozzles or use de-icing spray to remove
the ice to ensure proper operation.
n Intermittent wipe
Stalk in position 6.
The wiper operates every 6 seconds.
n Automatic wash/wipe*
Push down stalk away from steering wheel
into position 7. The washer system and the
wiper operate so long as the stalk remains
in this position.
Release stalk. The washer system no longer operates and the wiper performs a further 1 to 3 sweeps (depending on the length
of the washing operation).
The stalk remains in position 6 after being released.
n Switching off intermittent wipe
Stalk in position 0.
Controls
Rotary control A - temperature selection
clockwise - increases heat output
anti-clockwise - decreases heat output
Rotary switch B - blower and shuttingoff air supply
The quantity of air which flows through the
heater is regulated with rotary switch B.
The air supply can be regulated in four
stages.
The blower is switched off in position 0. To
switch off the fresh air supply press button
D, see below. The air supply should only
be switched off for a short time as the windows may mist up.
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Rotary control C - air distribution
The air distribution to the vents is regulated
with the rotary control.
Pushbutton D - recirculated air mode
The recirculated air mode in the car is
switched on by pressing the button D.
The symbol on the pushbutton comes on.
Switch off by once again pressing the
pushbutton.
We recommend the recirculated air
mode should only be selected for a short
time, however, as no fresh air is supplied, the windows may mist up.
For safety reasons, it is not possible
to press pushbutton D if the rotary
control C is in the position .................
or is close to this position.
Air vents
Heated or non-heated fresh air flows out of
all the vents depending on the position of
the rotary control A.
The air distribution to the vents is regulated
with the rotary control C.
The vents 3 and 4 can also be closed and
opened individually with the vertical thumbwheel:
Vent closed - vertical thumbwheel of air
outlet vent
in position E and G
Vent open fully - vertical thumbwheel of air
outlet vent in position F.
It is also possible to alter the direction of the
air flow with the horizontal and vertical
thumbwheels of the air outlet vents 3 and 4.
The rear footwell vents are regulated together with the vents 5.
On models with another type of dash panel,
the air vents are regulated in a similar way.
Defrosting windscreen and side
windows
n Rotary switch B to position 4
n Rotary control A fully to the right
and C to .............................................
n Close vents 3.
n Warm air can be directed additionally to
the side windows through vents 4.
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Demisting windscreen and side
windows
If the windows mist up due to high air humidity (e.g. when it is raining) we recommend the following settings:
n Rotary switch B to position 2 or 3
n Rotary control A, if necessary, in heating range
n Rotary control C to ........................
n Close vents 3
n Warm air can additionally be directed to
the side windows through vents 4.
Heating up interior quickly
n Rotary switch B to position 4
n Rotary control A fully to the right
n Rotary control C to ........................
n Open vents 3 and 4
n Switch over to recirculated air with
pushbutton D (air conditioning off)
Heating interior comfortably
Ventilation (fresh air mode)
If the windows mist up due to high air humidity, e.g. when it is raining, we recommend
the following settings:
n Rotary switch B to position 2 or 3
n Rotary control A, if necessary, in heating range
n Rotary control C to ........................
n Rotary control C, depending
on desired air distribution, to .............
At the following settings, unheated fresh air
flows out of vents 3 and 4:
Pushbutton D must not be set to „recirculated air“
n Rotary switch B to desired position
n Rotary control A fully to the left
n Rotary control C to ........................
n Open vents 3 and 4
or to ....................................................
n Close vents 3
n Open vents 4
The rotary control C can also be turned into
other positions, if desired.
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Air conditioning*
General notes
Controls
n The air inlet in front of the windscreen
should be kept free of ice, snow and leaves
to ensure the heating and ventilation system can operate properly.
n All the controls can be set to any desired
intermediate position, except blower switch
B in the blower positions 1 - 4.
n The blower should always be set to run
when driving at low speeds in order to prevent the windows from misting up.
n The heat output depends on the coolant temperature - full heat output is therefore only available when the engine is
warm.
n The stale air flows out of the car through
the vent openings behind the right side trim
panel of the luggage compartment.
On models with another type of dash panel,
the air vents are regulated in a similar way.
Rotary control A - temperature selection
clockwise - increases heat output
anti-clockwise - decreases heat output
The air conditioning system is a combined
cooling and heating system which offers
maximum comfort during all seasons of the
year.
The air conditioner operates only when the
engine is running, at an ambient temperature above about +5 °C and the blower
speed between 1 and 4.
If the air conditioning system is operating,
this reduces not only the temperature inside the car but also the air humidity.
This enhances the comfort of the car occupants if the humidity of the ambient air is
high.
Rotary switch B - blower
The air flow can be regulated with the rotary switch B.
The air flow can be set in four stages.
Blower and air conditioner are switched off
in position 0. Pushbutton E (recirculated air
mode)should be operated to prevent polluted outside air (odours) entering the car.
Rotary control C - air distribution
Distributes air to the air outlet vents.
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Pushbutton D - switching air conditioner
on and off
The system can be switched on by pressing the button D only when the engine is
running.
An indicator light in the pushbutton comes
on when the air conditioner is operating.
The air conditioner is switched off by again
pressing the pushbutton.
Pushbutton E - recirculated air mode
The recirculated air mode in the passenger compartment is switched on by pressing the pushbutton E.
The indicator light in the pushbutton comes
on.
The recirculated air mode is switched off
by again pressing the pushbutton.
The recirculated air mode can be selected
with and without the air conditioner. The
recirculated air mode must only be selected
for a short time, however, as no fresh air
is supplied to the interior and the windows
may mist up if the air conditioner is switched
off.
Pushbutton E cannot be pressed if the
rotary control C
is in the position .................................
or close to this position.
Air vents
Heated or non-heated fresh or cooling air
flows out of all the opened vents depending on the position of the rotary controls A,
B, C and pushbuttons D and E.
The vents are controlled with the rotary
control C.
The vents 3 and 4 can also be closed and
opened individually with the vertical thumbwheel:
Vent closed - vertical thumbwheel of air
outlet vent
in position 6 or 8
Vent open fully - vertical thumbwheel of air
outlet vent in position 7.
It is also possible to alter the direction of the
air flow with the horizontal and vertical
thumbwheels of the air outlet vents 3 and 4.
The rear footwell vents are controlled together with vents 5.
Defrosting windscreen and side
windows
n Rotary switch B to position 4.
n Rotary control A fully to the right
and C to .............................................
n Close vents 3.
n Open vents 4.
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Heating interior comfortably
Optimally cooling interior
Maximum cooling
Once the windows are clear and the desired
interior temperature has been reached, we
recommend the following settings:
n Rotary switch B to position 2 or 3
n Rotary control A to desired heat setting
n Rotary control C, depending
on desired air distribution, to .............
n If the windscreen mists up,
rotary control C to ..............................
n Rotary switch B to position 2 or 3 (optimal settings for cooling), or position 4 for
rapidly cooling interior.
n Rotary control A fully to the left. The temperature can be increased, as desired, by
turning to the right.
n Rotary control C to ........................
n Open vents 3 and 4.
n Press pushbutton D.
n It is recommended to set vents 3 and 4
so that the air flows up over the heads of
the occupants.
n Close all windows and sliding/tilting roof
n Rotary switch B to position 4
n Rotary control A to the left
n Rotary control C to ........................
n Open vents 3 and 4
n Switch on air conditioner by pressing
pushbutton D
n Switch on recirculated air mode by pressing pushbutton E
In this operating mode, air is extracted from
the interior and cooled (recirculated air
mode). The recirculated air mode should
only be selected for a short time as no
fresh air flows in from the outside.
Do not smoke in the car if the recirculated air mode setting is selected.
or to ....................................................
n Close vents 3.
n Open vents 4.
Heating up interior quickly
n
n
n
n
n
Rotary switch B to position 4
Rotary control A fully to the right
Rotary control C to ........................
Open vents 3 and 4.
It is recommended to press pushbutton E.
In this operating mode, air is drawn in from
outside and cooled.
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Ventilation (fresh air operation)
General notes
Using air conditioner economically
With the following settings, unheated fresh
air flows out of vents 3 and 4:
n Switch off air conditioner by pressing
pushbutton D
n Switch off recirculated air mode by pressing pushbutton E
n Rotary switch B to desired position
n Rotary control A fully to the left
n Rotary control C to ........................
n Open vents 3 and 4
n If the air conditioning is switched on,
air may flow out of the vents at a temperature of as low as +5 °C in certain conditions. Lengthy periods sitting in the
car and irregular distribution of the air
flow from the vents (in particular in the
leg area) and large temperature differences, e.g. when getting out of the car,
may result in more sensitive persons
suffering chills.
n For this reason, please follow the instructions presented in this chapter.
n If the ambient temperature is high and
the air very humid, condensed water may
drip off the evaporator and form a puddle under the vehicle. This is quite normal and does not indicate a leak.
n All the controls can be set to any desired
intermediate position except rotary switch
B (in the range of positions 1 to 4) and the
pushbuttons D and E.
n In the cooling mode, the compressor of
the air conditioner draws power from the
engine and thus affects the fuel consumption.
n If the inside temperature is very high
after the car has been parked in the sun, it
is recommended to open doors or windows
briefly to enable the hot air to escape.
n The air conditioner should not be switched
on during a journey if the windows are opened.
n If the desired interior temperature can
be reached without switching on the air
conditioner, it is better to select the fresh
air mode.
n If the air conditioning system has not
been switched on for a lengthy period,
odours may be produced at the evaporator
because of deposits. Switch on the air conditioning system at least once a month, also
during the cold season of the year, to the
maximum blower speed in order to remove
such odours. At the same time open a window.
If desired, the rotary control C can also be
turned into other positions.
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Climatronic
(automatic air conditioning)*
Controls
Pushbuttons
1 - Defrosting windshield
Display panels
2 - Display of blower stage
3 - Display of ambient temperature
If the Climatronic is switched off at
pushbutton 11. OFF appears here in
place of the entire display.
4 - Display for defrosting windshield
5 - Display for recirculated air position
6 - Display for direction of air flow
7 - Display of selected interior temperature
8 - Display AUTO (automatic mode),
ECON (cooling system OFF)
Pushbuttons
9 - Automatic mode
10 - Recirculated air mode
11 - Pushbutton for „Blower slower“ and for
entire system „OFF“
12 - Pushbutton for „Blower faster“ and for
switching on entire system
13 - Pushbutton for „Air flow to head“
14
15
16
17
-
Pushbutton for „Air flow into footwell“
Reducing interior temperature
Increasing interior temperature
Pushbutton „ECON“ (cooling system
off)
Interior temperature sensor
18 - Interior temperature sensor (18a on vehicles with left steering, 18b on vehicles with right steering)
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After the appropriate pushbuttons have
been pressed, displays 2, 7 and 8 change
or displays 4, 5 and 6 appear, respectively.
The automatic control of the system can
be influenced with all of the Climatronic
pushbuttons.
Recommended standard setting for all
seasons of the year:
Temperature approx. 22 °C (72 °F), set
pushbutton AUTO mode, vents 3 and 4
so that the air flows to the top.
This setting ensures that a comfortable climate is achieved as rapidly as possible in
the car.
That is why this setting should only be altered if you so wish for your own personal
well-being.
Arrangement of air vents - refer to page
103.
Operating the Climatronic system
Notes on automatic mode (AUTO)
After the ignition is switched on, the system operates in the automatic mode. The
positions 2, 3, 7 and 8 then appear in the
display panel.
The Climatronic maintains the selected interior temperature in the car fully automatically.
This is done by automatically changing the
temperature of the air flowing out of the
vents as well as the blower speed (air quantity) and the air distribution.
The system also allows for strong sunlight.
It is therefore not necessary to adjust the
heating manually.
If a variation is made to the automatic mode
before switching off the ignition, the selected functions remain stored permanently. Only the „recirculated air mode“
function is cancelled 20 minutes after the
ignition is switched off.
The interior temperature can be selected
as desired with pushbuttons 15 and 16. The
temperature remains stored until another
temperature is selected.
The interior temperature can be set between +18 °C (64 °F) and +29 °C (86 °F).
The system automatically controls the temperature within this range.
If a temperature below 18 °C (64 °F) is selected, „LO“ appears in the display. If a temperature higher than 29 °C (86 °F) is selected, „HI“ appears in the display.
In both of these end positions the system
operates with maximum cooling or heating
capacity, respectively. In such cases, the
temperature is not controlled.
It may be in certain operating conditions that
the system temporarily carries out functions
which are not necessarily expected. For
example, after starting the engine when cold,
air may be directed primarily into the footwell
for a few seconds. This is intentional so that
any moist air which is still in the system does
not cause the windscreen to mist up.
If the windscreen mists up, first of all press
the pushbutton 9 and then the pushbutton
1. After the windscreen is free of mist, press
again pushbutton 9.
Switching over from degrees Celsius to
degrees Fahrenheit and vice versa
First of all, press and hold pushbutton 17
and then operate pushbutton 9.
The appropriate unit of measure for the
temperature appears in the display.
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Variation from automatic mode
The automatic mode offers the ideal requirements for the well-being of the occupants of the car throughout all the seasons
of the year in practically all cases.
In individual situations, however, it may be
necessary to vary certain subfunctions of
the automatic mode by pressing individual
pushbuttons. In this case, the Climatronic
continues to operate automatically as before:
n The blower speed and thus the air quantity can be increased or reduced by pressing pushbuttons 11 and 12. This is indicated
by an increase or reduction in the number
of dashes in position 2.
n When pushbutton 1 is pressed
- the ECON mode is switched off,
- the windshield and side windows can be
defrosted or kept clear (direct vents 4 to
the side windows),
- the dehumidifying and defrosting effect
on the windshield can be intensified.
Note
To achieve intensive demisting of the
windscreen, press button 1, set the blower
to maximum speed (button 12) and increase the temperature by pressing button
16 until the display „HI“ appears. The air
vents for upper and lower body must be
closed (button 13 and 14). The air vents 3
must be closed - refer to p. 103. The recirculated air mode must be switched off button 10.
n The recirculated air mode is switched
on and off by pressing button 10. The symbol 5 appears in the display.
The recirculated air mode prevents polluted
ambient air from entering the interior of the
car, for example when driving through a
tunnel or in congested traffic.
The recirculated air mode can also be selected in order to warm up or cool down the
vehicle particularly rapidly. In this operating state, the air is drawn out of the interior
of the car and is heated or cooled, respectively.
Warning
The recirculated air mode must only
be used for short periods as no fresh
air is supplied to the interior and the
windows may mist up.
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It is recommended not to smoke inside the
car when using the recirculated air mode as
the smoke which is drawn out of the interior
settles on the evaporator of the Climatronic
system. This produces a permanent odour
problem when the Climatronic system is operated, which can only be eliminated by replacing the evaporator.
n The air flow can be directed to the head
or into the footwell by pressing the pushbuttons 13 and 14.
The air distribution buttons 1, 13 and 14 can
also be pressed in combination.
The cooling system is switched off with
pushbutton 17 (ECON). In this operating
mode, the heating system is controlled
automatically (without dehumidification and
cooling effect) and the desired interior temperature is reached as rapidly as possible
and maintained at a constant level.
The ECON mode is switched off by pressing pushbutton 1. It is sufficient to once
again press pushbutton 17 to switch on the
ECON mode again.
Please note that in the ECON mode the
desired interior temperature cannot be any
lower than the ambient temperature.
n You can set the interior temperature with
pushbuttons 15 and 16.
The combination of ECON mode and
recirculated air is only possible if first of all
pushbutton 10 is pressed in the ECON
mode and then the ECON button 17.
The ECON mode is switched off by pressing pushbuttons 1, 9 or 10.
n You can switch off the entire Climatronic
system (heating, cooling, ventilation) with
pushbutton 11. To do this, press and hold
pushbutton 11 until the first blower stage
appears in position 2. Once again press
pushbutton 11 to switch off the system. Only
„OFF“ appears in the entire display 3.
Use this function only in exceptional cases,
e.g. if there is a fault in the system. It is not
normally necessary to switch off the entire
system.
Note
Once you no longer require the special
functions, switch on the automatic mode
again right away by pressing pushbutton 9
(AUTO).
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Air vents
Heated or unheated fresh air flows out of
all the vents after the appropriate pushbuttons are pressed.
The vents are controlled with pushbuttons
1, 13 and 14.
The vents 3 and 4 can also be closed and
opened individually with the vertical thumbwheel:
Vent closed - vertical thumbwheel of air
outlet vent in position A and C
Vent open fully - vertical thumbwheel of air
outlet vent in position B.
It is also possible to alter the direction of the
air flow with the horizontal and vertical
thumbwheels of the air outlet vents 3 and 4.
The vertical air flow is regulated by the position of the side knurled wheel.
The horizontal air flow is regulated by the
knurled wheel below the air vent grille.
The rear footwell vents are controlled together with vents 5.
Warning
n Clear visibility is an essential element of road safety. It is only assured
if all the windows of the car are free
of ice, snow and misting.
For this reason, please familiarize
yourself with the correct operation of
the heating and ventilation system,
dehumidifying and defrosting the
windows as well as with the cooling
mode.
n Maximum heating capacity and
rapid demisting of the windows can
only be achieved once the engine has
reached its normal operating temperature.
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General notes
n It is important to ensure that the sensor
between the defroster vents for the windshield in the middle of the instrument panel
and the air grille (item 18 - refer to page
99) is not covered over.
n The air inlet in front of the windshield
must be free of ice, snow and leaves to
enable the Climatronic to operate properly.
n The heating efficiency depends on the
temperature of the coolant - full heating capacity is therefore only available once the
engine has reached its normal operating
temperature.
n If the AUTO mode has not been switched
on for a lengthy period, odours may be
caused as a result of environmentally-related deposits on the evaporator.
In order to avoid such odour problems, the
cooling system should be switched on at
least once a month at the highest blower
speed - also during the cool season of the
year. At the same time, open a window for
a short time.
n At high outside temperatures and high
air humidity condensation may drip from the
evaporator and form a puddle of water below the vehicle. This is quite normal and
not an indication of a leak.
n The blower should always be switched
on at a low setting when driving at low
speeds in order to prevent the windows
misting up. Select the ECON or AUTO
mode in this case.
n If the air conditioning system has not
been switched on for a lengthy period,
odours may be produced at the evaporator
because of deposits. Switch on the air conditioning system at least once a month, also
during the cold season of the year, to the
maximum blower speed in order to remove
such odours. At the same time open a window.
Economic use of the Climatronic
system
In the cooling mode the compressor of the
Climatronic system draws power from the
engine and thus influences the fuel consumption. Pay attention to the following
points in order to minimize the operating
time of the system.
n If the interior of the vehicle has been
warmed up considerably by the sun’s rays
when the car is parked, it is recommended
to briefly open the windows or doors to allow the warm air to escape.
n The Climatronic should not be switched
on when driving if the windows or the sliding roof* are open.
n Select the ECON mode if it is possible
to also achieve the desired interior temperature without operating the cooling system.
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Electric sliding/tilting roof*
Operating problems
n If all the symbols in the Climatronic display panel flash for about 15 seconds when
the system is switched on, there is a fault
in the system. Contact a Škoda dealer.
n If the cooling system does not operate
at any time, either:
- the outside temperature may be lower
than +5 °C,
- the compressor of the Climatronic may
have been temporarily switched off because the engine coolant temperature
is too high,
- the fuse may be faulty.
Check the fuse and replace if necessary refer to page 163 (item 16) of the Owner’s
Manual. If the problem is not the result of a
faulty fuse, switch off the Climatronic system and have it tested.
n If there is a drop in the cooling capacity,
switch off the Climatronic system and have
it tested.
The roof can also be fully closed by overriding the power limiter. With the switch
in position A, press at the front or rear on
the edge of the handle until the roof is
closed.
B - Sliding open fully
(spring-tensioned position)
C - Optimal position
Only minimal wind noises occur in this position.
D - Tilting roof
The sliding/tilting roof is opened and closed
by operating a rotary switch when the ignition is switched on.
After switching off the ignition, it is still possible to open or close the sliding/tilting roof
for a further 10 minutes or so, provided a
front door has not been opened.
Any desired intermediate position can be
selected within the range between D to C
(see the dots on the switch and in the illustration).
A - Closing roof
The closing mechanism is equipped with a
power limiter. If a resistance is felt when
closing the roof, the closing operation is
interrupted and the roof is opened again.
Note
n When the roof is opened, the sliding
panel which acts as a screen against intensive sun’s rays, is automatically also
opened. It can be pushed closed by hand
when the roof is closed.
n If the roof is tilted open in winter, it is
necessary to remove any ice crust (otherwise there is a risk of damage to the operating mechanism).
n If the battery is re-connected, it is possible that the tilting/sliding roof does not close fully.
In this case, you must press the rotary
switch into position A for about 10 seconds.
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Sun visors
Convenience system
When the car is locked, the roof can be
closed as follows:
n Turn key into lock position (driver or passenger door) and hold until the roof is
closed. The closing operation is immediately interrupted if the key is released.
Warning
Close the sliding/tilting roof with
care! Closing the roof inattentively
can result in injuries.
Do not leave the ignition key in the
ignition lock when getting out of the
car.
The rollback protection is not active
if the convenience system is used.
Refer to p. 16 for more detailed information.
Emergency operation
If the system is faulty, the sliding/tilting roof
can be closed manually:
n Use a screwdriver to carefully remove
the plastic cover.
n Take crank handle out of its fixture, insert fully into the opening and close or open
sliding/tilting roof.
n Insert crank handle into its fixture again
and fit on the plastic cover.
The large sun visors can be taken out of
the side fixtures and swivelled toward the
doors. The small sun visor above the interior rear-view mirror* can only be folded
down.
Sun visors with vanity lighting*
The lighting of the vanity mirror comes on
automatically when the sun visor is folded
down.
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Stowage compartment
Beverage holder*
Interior lights
To open the lid, raise handle and pull lid
open.
An additional key is provided with the car
for a lockable stowage compartment*.
The beverage holder moves out and opens
after it is pressed in the direction of the arrow.
It is intended for holding beverage cans or
cups with a capacity of 0.33 ltr or 0.5 ltr.
Interior light (A)
Warning
For safety reasons, the lid of the stowage compartment should always
remain closed when driving.
Switch positions:
Left - door contact switch
Middle position - Off
Right - interior light permanently on
Note
Interior lights with off time delay* remain on
for a few seconds after the doors are closed.
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On models fitted with central locking, the
interior light remains on for about 20 seconds when the car is unlocked, a door is
opened or the ignition key is removed provided the switch is in the door contact position.
On an open door, the interior light is
switched off after 60 minutes, in order to
avoid discharging the battery.
Reading light (B)*
The reading light is switched on or off by
pressing the switch.
Interior light (rear)*
Front door warning light*
The interior light is switched on and off by
pressing on the recess in the lens.
The light always comes on when the front
door is opened.
Note
n If the door is left open for a lengthy time,
this can cause the battery to discharge.
n On certain models, a reflector is fitted in
place of the door light.
On an open door, the interior light is switched
off after 60 minutes, in order to avoid discharging the battery
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Cigarette lighter, socket
Luggage compartment light*
The light is located in the upper left of the
luggage compartment (right – Estate)
The light comes on automatically when
opening the tailgate of the luggage compartment. If the tailgate of the luggage compartment remains open for longer than 30
minutes, the luggage compartment light will
automatically switch off.
The cigarette lighter is switched on by
pushing in the insert. Once the heating coil
is glowing, the lighter insert jumps forward.
Remove lighter immediately and use.
Warning
Caution when using cigarette lighter.
Careless or uncontrolled use of the
cigarette lighter can cause burns.
The 12-volt socket or the socket of the
cigarette lighter can also be used for other
electrical accessories with a power consumption of up to 180 watts. If the engine
is not running, however, the battery is discharged.
Luggage compartment socket
(Estate)
The socket is located in the left of the luggage compartment.
It complies with the DIN-ISO Standard 4165
and must only be used for connecting approved electrical accessories with a power
consumption up to 240 watts. If the engine
is switched off when the socket is used, the
battery will be drained.
For further information, see chapter entitled „Accessories“ on page 156.
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Ashtrays
Front ashtray*
The ashtray is located below the fold-open
lid. It is opened by pressing on the bottom
part of the lid.
Rear ashtray*
Removing
Pull out ashtray in direction of arrow A.
Inserting
Insert ashtray straight into the guide and
press lightly in direction of arrow B.
The lid is closed by pressing lightly on the
bottom edge.
Removing
Open lid to the rear and pull out ashtray in
direction of arrow.
Inserting
Insert ashtray vertically and press it down
until it locks in place. Close lid.
A cup holder is provided on the inside of
the lid of the ashtray.
Warning
Never place flammable objects in the
ashtray - risk of fire!
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Note holder*
Note holder
n The spectacles case is opened and
closed by pressing on the case - see arrow.
n Insert only spectacles of a matching
size.
n To remove, open the storage compartment as far as the vertical position, pull up
and take off.
Installation is performed in the reverse order.
Roof rack*
The note holder is designed for attaching
a car park ticket in parking areas where it
is necessary to display a valid ticket. The
attached ticket should be removed before
starting off in order not to restrict the driver’s vision.
Pay attention to the following points if transporting a load on the roof:
n A special roof rack system has been developed for the car. You should therefore
always use a system approved by the manufacturer.
n These cross bars are the basis for a
complete Škoda roof rack system. For safety reasons, separate additional fixtures are
required in each case for transporting luggage, bikes, surfboards, skis and boats.
n The components of this system are available from Škoda Dealers.
n The roof bar is attached to the roof of
the car using special attachment parts
which are located below the roof trim.
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The openings become apparent once the
plastic caps are removed with a screwdriver
- see illustration.
Position the feet of the roof rack in these
openings. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for mounting.
The illustration does not apply for estate
models.
If the estate model is not factory-fitted with
the railing, it can be obtained from a Skoda
Dealer. The Škoda Dealer will also ensure
proper mounting.
Any damage to the car which may occur
from using other roof rack systems or
incorrect fitting are not covered by the
warranty.
n Distribute the load evenly. The permissible roof load (including the roof bar
system) is 75 kg. Roof load and the permissible gross weight of the vehicle
must not be exceeded.
n When transporting heavy or bulky objects on the roof of the car, remember that
the handling of the car is altered by the
change in the centre of gravity and by the
increased wind resistance area. You should
therefore adapt your style of driving and
speed accordingly.
n Ensure that the opened tailgate does not
knock against the roof load.
n On cars fitted with sliding/tilting roof,
ensure that the opened roof does not knock
against the roof load.
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The first 1500 kilometres (1000 miles) - and after
Running in
During the first few operating hours the internal friction of the engine is higher than
later on when all the moving parts have
bedded down. How well this running-in
process is done depends to a considerable
extent on the way the vehicle is driven during the first 1500 km (1000 miles).
Up to 1000 km (600 miles)
the following general rules apply:
n Do not use full throttle
n Do not drive faster than 3/4 of top speed
n Avoid high engine speeds
n Avoid towing a trailer, if possible
Warning
n New tyres should also be „run in“
because they do not have maximum
adhesion at the start. This should be
taken into account by driving carefully during the first 100 km (60 miles).
n New brake pads have to „bed
down“ and do not therefore have
their ideal friction force during the
first 200 km (120 miles) or so. The
slightly reduced braking power can
be compensated for by applying
greater pressure on the brake pedal.
This also applies subsequently after
replacing the brake pads.
From 1000 - 1500 km (600 - 1000 miles)
It is possible to gradually increase up to the
maximum speed of the gear engaged or to
the maximum permissible engine speed,
respectively.
Do not drive at unnecessarily high
engine speeds - changing up early
helps to save fuel, reduces noise and protects the environment - see also page 114.
n Do not let the engine labour - change down
when engine no longer runs smoothly.
After the running-in period
On cars fitted with a rev counter the maximum permissible engine speed is marked
by the start of the red range on the scale of
the rev counter. The needle of the rev counter must not move into this range.
During and after the running-in period:
n Do not overrev the engine when cold either in Neutral when driving.
All the speeds and revs stated only apply
when the engine is properly warm.
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Driving economically while protecting the environment
Various factors determine fuel consumption, the impact on the environment and
wear-and-tear of the engine, brakes and
tyres.
Your personal style of driving
determines to a great extent the economical aspect and the development of exhaust
and noise:
Do not warm up engine when the
vehicle is stationary.
At idling speed it takes a very long time until
the engine becomes operationally warm.
However, in the warm-up phase, wear and
the discharge of pollutants is particularly
high. For this reason, drive off immediately
the engine has started and avoid high engine speeds.
Avoid full throttle acceleration.
Accelerating with feeling not only considerably improves fuel economy but also reduces the impact on the environment and
wear-and-tear.
Do not drive at unnecessarily high
engine revs - change up as soon as
possible and only change down when
the engine no longer runs smoothly.
Fuel consumption, for example, is more
than twice as high in 2nd gear than it is in
top gear. At the same time, the lower engine speed means a reduction in engine
noise.
Try not to drive at maximum speed.
Fuel consumption, exhaust pollution and
noise increase disproportionately at high
speeds. If you make use of approximately
only 3-quarters of top speed, your fuel consumption will be reduced by about half.
Experience has shown that the loss in time
is only marginal.
Drive as smoothly as possible and
look well ahead.
Unnecessary acceleration and braking has
to be paid for with higher fuel consumption
and a greater impact on the environment.
Switch off the engine when standing in traffic (traffic lights, railway
crosses etc.).
Individual operating conditions
naturally also affect fuel consumption.
The following factors, for instance, are not
favourable to good fuel consumption:
n High traffic density, particularly in large
towns with numerous traffic lights.
n Frequent stop/start driving, always restarting and warming up the engine.
n Driving in heavy, slow moving traffic in
low gear so that the engine speed is relatively high in relation to the speed driven.
Obviously, fuel consumption is also affected
by factors over which the driver has no control. It is, for example, normal for fuel consumption to increase in the winter or in
severe conditions such as poor roads, towing a trailer etc.
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The technical prerequisites
for low fuel consumption and efficiency were „built in“ at the factory. Particular importance was placed on the lowest possible
effect on the environment. To retain and
make the best possible use of these characteristics attention should be paid to the
following points:
The prescribed maintenance operations should be carried out exactly
as specified in the Service Schedule.
Having your car serviced by a Škoda Dealer
at the specified intervals not only ensures
that it is always in proper roadworthy condition but that it operates economically, with
minimal environmental impact and provides
you with many years of motoring.
Check the tyre pressures every 4
weeks.
Low tyre pressures increase the rolling resistance. This not only increases the fuel
consumption and tyre wear, but the handling is also impaired.
Do not carry any unnecessary loads
in the luggage compartment.
The weight of the car has a major effect on
fuel consumption, particularly when driving
in towns where you frequently have to accelerate. The rule of thumb which applies
is that every 100 kilograms of weight increases fuel consumption by about 1 litre/
100 km (1 litre/62 miles).
Do not fit the roof rack unless it is
really needed.
Particularly at high speeds the increased
air resistance makes itself felt in higher fuel
consumption.
Electrical consumers should only
be switched on when they are actually required.
Heated rear window, fog lights etc. have a
considerable energy demand. The higher
alternator load also increases the fuel consumption. For instance, over a period of 10
hours, the heated rear window will increase
fuel consumption by approximately 1 litre.
Keep a frequent check on your fuel
consumption.
The fuel consumption should be checked
each time the tank is filled up. By doing this
inconsistencies on the vehicle which lead
to increased fuel consumption can be detected sooner.
Check the oil level each time you refuel.
The oil consumption depends to a great
extent on the engine load and speed. Depending on the style of driving the consumption can be as much as 0.5 litre/
1000km.
It is normal for the oil consumption of a new
engine to reach its lowest level after a certain mileage has been covered. The consumption cannot be properly assessed until
the vehicle has run approx. 5000 km.
This also applies to the fuel consumption
and the engine output.
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Brakes
Trouble-free operation of the emission
control system is decisive for environmentally friendly operation of the vehicle.
That is why it is important to note the following points:
n Vehicles fitted with a catalytic converter
must only be driven on unleaded petrol see page 124.
n Never drive until the fuel tank is completely empty on vehicles fitted with a catalytic
converter. The irregular fuel supply can
cause misfiring. This allows unburnt fuel into the exhaust system which can cause
overheating and damage to the catalytic
converter.
n If misfiring, a loss of power and rough
engine running occur when driving, this
may be caused by a fault in the ignition
system. In this case, uncombusted fuel can
get into the exhaust system and thus pass
to the atmosphere. In addition, the catalytic
converter may be damaged as a result of
overheating. Reduce your speed immediately and have the fault rectified at the nearest Škoda Dealer.
n Do not switch off the ignition when driving.
n Do not overfill engine with oil - see page
136.
n Do not tow start vehicle for more than
50 m - see page 175.
Warning
Due to the high temperatures which
can occur in catalytic converters in
very unfavourable conditions, the
vehicle should not be parked in such
a way that the catalytic converter can
come into contact with inflammable
materials.
Note
Even if the emission control system is operating perfectly properly, there may be a
sulphurous exhaust smell in certain engine
operating conditions. This depends on the
sulphur content in the fuel being used.
Quite often this can be remedied by selecting another brand of fuel or filling up with
unleaded premium petrol.
General notes
n The wear of the brake pads depends to
a great extent on the driving conditions and
your style of driving. Consequently, it may
also be necessary to have the thickness of
the brake pads inspected at a Škoda Dealer
between the intervals stated in the Service
Schedule, particularly if your car is driven
frequently in towns or over short distances,
or in a very sporty manner.
n Change down in good time when driving downhill, in order to make use of the
engine braking effect. This relieves the
strain on the brake system. When the brakes are applied, do not keep them on continuously, apply and release the brakes alternately.
n Under certain operating conditions, for
example after driving through water, after
heavy rain or after washing the vehicle, the
braking effect may be retarded by wet, or
in winter iced-up brake discs and pads - the
brakes must be dried out first by applying
the footbrake.
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The full braking effect may also be delayed
when the car has been driven for some time
on heavily salted roads without using the
brakes, because the layer of salt on the
discs and pads has to be removed first.
Warning
If a front spoiler, full-size wheel trims
etc., are retrofitted, it is necessary to
ensure that the flow of air to the front
brakes is not restricted - otherwise
the brakes may overheat.
Brake servo unit
Warning
The brake servo unit operates with a
vacuum which is only produced when
the engine is running. For this reason,
never allow the car to roll with the engine switched off.
If the brake servo unit does not operate because, for example, the car has
to be towed or because the servo unit
has been damaged, it is then necessary
to apply significantly greater force to
operate the brake pedal and to compensate for the lack of servo assistance.
Brake Assist*
The Brake Assist boosts the brake servo
effect during a brake application in a hazardous situation and is able in this way to
assist the rapid build-up of brake pressure.
In emergency situations the majority of car
drivers do apply the brakes in time, but not
with the brake pedal force which is necessary
for achieving maximum deceleration. Valuable braking distance is lost as a result!
The Brake Assist is activated as soon as the
brake pedal is depressed very rapidly. A higher
brake servo assistance than is usual in normal brake applications, is then available.
Consequently, it is possible to build up within
a very short time the brake pressure which is
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with only a correspondingly slight counterforce on the brake pedal.
Depress the brake pedal further for achieving the shortest possible braking distance. Do
not reduce the foot pressure on the pedal!
The Brake Assist is able in this way to help
you in critical situations by building up the
brake pressure more rapidly and shortening
the stopping distance. The advantages offered by the ABS are fully exploited by the
Brake Assist. As soon as the brake pedal is
released, the Brake Assist function is switched off then automatically and the usual
service brake function is again available.
Warning
n The Brake Assist is also not in a
position to overcome the physical
limits which apply to the braking distance.
n This is something you should remember particularly when driving on
smooth or wet road surfaces.
n Adapt your style of driving always
to the road condition and the traffic
situation. The increased safety which
the Brake Assist offers you must not
lead you to take any safety risk!
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)*
The ABS plays a major part in increasing
the active safety of the vehicle.
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The big advantage when compared with a
conventional brake system is that even
during a full brake application on a slippery
road surface the best possible steerability
is retained for the road condition because
the wheels do not lock.
However, one must not expect the ABS
system to shorten the braking distance
under all conditions.
How the ABS system works
An automatic test procedure is carried out
once the car has reached a speed of about
20 km/h. A pump noise may be audible for
about 1 second during this check.
When the turning speed of a wheel reaches
a level which is too low for the vehicle speed
and it tends to lock, the brake pressure to
this wheel is reduced. The brake pressure
is controlled individually for each wheel.
This ensures that the braking action is even
and that driving stability is retained to the
maximum possible extent.
This control process makes itself felt by
a pulsing movement of the brake pedal
and is accompanied by noises. This is
done deliberately as a warning to the driver
that a wheel or wheels are in the locking
range. The brake pedal should remain depressed to enable the ABS to offer ideal
control within this range - on no account
pump the brake pedal!
Warning
The ABS system can also not overcome the physical limits. This has to
be born in mind, particularly on slippery or wet roads. When the ABS is
operating in the control range, your
speed should immediately be adapter to road and traffic conditions.
The increased amount of safety available should not tempt you into taking risks.
If a fault occurs in the ABS system, this is
indicated by a warning lamp - see page 81.
Warning
If a fault exists, only the normal brake
system is operational. You should
drive to a Škoda Dealer as soon as
possible. Adapt your speed and driving style to the changed circumstances as the extent of the damage
to the ABS system is not known.
Electronic differential lock (EDL)*
Cars fitted with the anti-lock brake system
(ABS)* can be equipped in addition with an
electronic differential lock.
The EDL system makes it much easier or,
in deed, at all possible to move off, accelerate and drive uphill even on unfavourable
road surfaces.
The EDL operates automatically - in other
words without any action on the part of the
driver.
It monitors the speed of the driven wheels
using the sensors of the ABS system.
If the road surface is slippery on one side,
a difference in speed exists between the
driven wheels. It is then necessary to produce more throttle, for example, when moving off on a hill, on a slippery road surface
etc. The EDL function compensates for the
difference in speed by braking the wheel
which is slipping and transmits the power
through the differential to the other driven
wheel.
This control process makes itself noticeable by characteristic noises.
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All-wheel drive*
In order to achieve the optimal effect of
the EDL system, depress the accelerator pedal and the clutch when starting
off to match road conditions.
Warning
When accelerating on a smooth road
surface, for example on ice and
snow, depress the accelerator carefully.
The driven wheels may slip despite
the EDL and thus affect the driving
stability of the car.
The EDL is switched off automatically if
unusually severe stresses occur. The car
can continue to be driven and has the same
characteristics as a car without EDL. That
is why no indication is provided if the EDL
is switched off.
The EDL switches on again automatically
as soon as the brake has cooled down.
If the ABS warning lamp comes on, see
page 75, there might also be a fault in the
EDL. Drive to a Škoda Dealer as soon as
possible!
Warning
Your driving style should always be
adapted to the condition of the road
and the traffic situation. The additional safety offered by the EDL must
not tempt you into taking a safety
risk!
Engine braking control (EBC)*
The EBC operates in conjunction with the
ABS. It is intended to prevent the driven
wheels of the car being excessively sharply
braked when „braking with the engine“ as
a result of releasing the accelerator or shifting down on a smooth road surface. The
EBC automatically increases the engine
speed in order to maintain optimal steerability of the car even when „braking with
the engine“.
The four-wheel drive system of your car requires no manual intervention on your part.
The force is distributed to the driven wheels
automatically and is optimally matched to
the handling of the car and to the particular road conditions.
The four-wheel drive concept is designed
for high engine output and provides your
car with excellent drivability both in normal
road conditions as well as in extreme conditions such as driving on snow and ice.
It is important, however, to pay attention to
the following safety information:
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Towing a trailer
Warning
Your style of driving should always
be matched to the condition of the
road and the traffic situation. The
enhanced safety offered by the fourwheel drive and ABS systems must
not tempt you to take any risks regarding your safety!
The braking power of the car is limited by the adhesion of the tyres and
is no different than that of a car with
front-wheel drive.
You should therefore not be tempted
to drive at too high a speed even
though the car still provides good
acceleration on smooth and slippery
road surfaces.
It is particularly important to note on
wet road surfaces that the front wheels
may aquaplane at high speeds. In contrast to a vehicle fitted only with frontwheel drive, the start of aquaplaning
is not indicated by the engine suddenly revving up. For this reason, do
not drive at too high a speed, but always match your speed to the road
conditions.
Use of winter tyres
Four-wheel drive already offers good vehicle traction in wintry road conditions with
the standard tyres. It is nevertheless recommended to fit winter or all-weather tyres
to all four wheels in order to improve traction and braking. For further information refer to page 153.
Use of snow chains
Snow chains must also be fitted to a vehicle with four-wheel drive if the use of snow
chains is mandatory. Snow chains must
only be fitted to the front wheels. For further information regarding snow chains refer to page 153.
The car is intended mainly for the transportation of persons and luggage, but it can
also be used to tow a trailer if the appropriate technical equipment is fitted.
Detachable ball head*
n Refer to the enclosed instructions for
attaching and detaching the ball head.
For further information - refer to p. 157.
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Technical requirements
n If the car is supplied with a factory-fitted
towing bracket, all that is technically and
legally necessary for towing a trailer has
already been taken into account.
n If the trailer to be towed has a 7-pin connector, you can obtain an adapter cable
from Škoda Dealers.
n Škoda Dealers are acquainted with the
details of retrofitting a towing bracket and
modifying the cooling system. You should
therefore have a towing bracket fitted by a
Škoda Dealer.
Operating instructions
n The permissible trailer weights must on
no account be exceeded.
n The trailer weights stated are only applicable for altitudes up to 1000 m above
mean sea level (MSL). As the engine output and thus the climbing ability drops due
to the decreasing air density, the weight of
vehicle and trailer must also be reduced by
10 % for each further 1000 m or part thereof.
Take this fact into account when driving at
high altitudes.
n You should make full use of the maximum permissible drawbar weight indicated
on the ball head of the towing bracket, but
do not exceed it.
n The load carried in the trailer should be
distributed so that any heavy objects are
placed as close as possible to the axle,
taking into account the permissible trailer
weight and drawbar load. The objects
should also be secured to prevent them
slipping.
n Select the tyre pressure of the car for full
loads and also check the pressure of the
trailer tyres.
n The headlight beam control of the car
should be set to match the particular load
conditions.
n The handbrake of the car should be applied when hitching up and unhitching the
trailer.
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Driving instructions
To obtain the best possible handling of vehicle and trailer, please note the following
points:
n Try to avoid driving with an unladen vehicle and a loaded trailer. If this cannot be
avoided, only drive slowly to allow for the
unfavourable weight distribution.
n As the driving stability of vehicle and trailer decreases when the speed increases,
do not drive at the maximum permissible
top speed in unfavourable road, weather or
wind conditions - particularly when going
downhill.
You should in any case immediately reduce
your speed as soon as you detect even the
slightest swaying of the trailer. On no account attempt to eliminate the swaying by
accelerating!
n For safety reasons, you should not drive
faster than 80 km/h (50 mph). This also
applies in countries where higher speeds
are permitted.
n Apply the brakes in good time! If the
trailer is fitted with an overrun brake, apply
the brakes gently at first, then increase the
pressure. This avoids any braking shocks
caused by the wheels of the trailer blocking. Shift down gears in good time before
driving downhill so that the engine can act
as a brake.
n If it is necessary to drive a long uphill
section in a low gear with a very high engine speed and at unusually high ambient
temperatures, keep a check on the coolant gauge. If the needle of the gauge moves
into the upper range of the scale, reduce
the speed of your car immediately. If the
temperature and brake fluid level warning
light flash, however, stop and allow engine
to cool down by letting it idle for a few minutes. Pay attention to the further information on p. 67.
n The coolant temperature can be reduced
by switching on the heater.
n The cooling effect of the radiator fan
cannot be increased by changing down,
because the speed of the fan is not dependent on the engine speed. You should therefore not change down even when towing a
trailer as long as the engine can cope without the vehicle speed dropping too much.
General notes
n It is advisable to have the vehicle serviced between the inspection intervals
if it is used frequently for towing a trailer.
n The trailer and drawbar load figures on
the data plate of the towing bracket are for
test certification only. The correct figures for
the vehicle, which may be lower than the
above figures, are given in the vehicle documents.
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Filling the tank
When refuelling, the filler cap can be inserted at the flap.
After refuelling, fit on the filler cap tight until
it is heard to click. After this, close the filler
flap.
The fuel filler neck is inserted into the rear
right body panel.
The fuel tank holds about 55 litres
(4x4* - 63 litres).
Notes
The fuel filler flap can be opened from the
driver’s seat* - see page 85.
On this version the fuel cap cannot be
locked separately.
A sticker with data is affixed to the fuel filler
flap - see page 176.
If your car is not fitted with a remote release for the fuel filler flap at the driver’s seat*, the following instructions
apply:
Use the car key to unlock the filler cap of
the fuel filler neck by turning it to the left
and unscrew it.
When refuelling, the filler cap can be inserted at the flap.
After refuelling, screw the filler cap tight until
it is heard to click. Lock the filler cap by
turning the key of the car to the right, withdraw the key and close the fuel filler flap.
As soon as the petrol pump at the
filling station switches off automatically for the first time after being properly used, the fuel tank is „full“. Do not
fill in any more petrol otherwise the expansion chamber in the tank will be filled
and fuel might flow out when it warms
up.
Note
Never run the fuel tank completely empty
on models fitted with a catalytic converter. The irregular fuel supply may result in misfiring and uncombusted fuel
may get into the exhaust system. This
can cause overheating and damage to
the catalytic converter.
Warning
Observe any statutory regulations
when carrying a reserve canister of
fuel. For safety reasons, it is recommended that you do not carry a reserve canister in the car. In the event
of an accident, the canister could be
damaged and fuel spillage could occur.
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Fuel
Petrol engines
Unleaded petrol conforming to DIN EN
228 RON 91, 95 and 981)
Notes
n Use only high-quality fuel.
n Unleaded petrol RON 91 (95)1) can be
used although engine output in this case is
slightly reduced.
n Fuels with a higher octane number than
specified can be used without restrictions.
This does not offer any advantages in respect of engine output and fuel consumption, however!
1)
Cars with a catalytic converter must
only be driven with unleaded fuel.
Using fuels which contain lead results in a
lead deposit forming in the catalytic converter.
Even refuelling only once with leaded petrol destroys the effect of the
catalytic converter.
Even if the fuel tank is then again filled with
unleaded fuel, the original efficiency of the
catalytic converter is no longer achieved.
The operation, power output and durability of the engine are affected to a major extent by the quality of the fuel. Do
not mix any additives into the fuel. Use
only fuel which complies with official
standards.
Diesel engines
Diesel fuel complying with
DIN EN 590.
Cetane number not less than 49.
Driving in winter
Winter-grade diesel fuel
In winter a different grade of diesel fuel is
available at filling stations than during the
summer months. If „summer-grade diesel
fuel“ is used, operational problems may
occur at temperatures below 0 °C because
the diesel becomes too viscous as a result
of paraffin separation. „Winter-grade diesel fuel“, in contrast, is still fully operational
down to -20 °C.
In countries with different climatic conditions, it is quite common to find diesel fuels which have a different temperature
characteristic. Škoda Dealers, and filling
stations in the particular country, will provide you with further information regarding
the diesel fuels which are available in that
country.
Biodiesel
We recommend refueling with diesel fuel
at temperatures below -10 °C.
Applies to the Octavia RS model
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Care of car
Fuel filter preheater
The car is equipped with a fuel filter preheater. This ensures proper operation of the
fuel system down to about -25 °C when
using winter-grade diesel fuel which is resistant to temperatures down to -15 °C.
Should the engine no longer start at temperatures below -25 °C, it is sufficient to park
the car for a certain time in a heated area.
Fuel additives (flow improvers) and similar products must not be added to the
diesel fuel.
Use only fuel, which complies with official standards. Even refueling only once
with fuel which does not comply with official standards can lead to damage in
the fuel system.
Biodiesel (PME1 fuel)
conforming to DIN E 51 606
Cetane number at least 49
Cars fitted with a diesel engine can also run
on biodiesel. The term biodiesel refers to
methyl ester produced from rape seed oil
which must comply with the requirements
of standard DIN E 51 606.
Warning
Even refueling only once with biodiesel which does not comply with
DIN E 51 606 official standards can
lead to damage in the fuel system.
Particular features of PME fuel
Biodiesel is manufactured from vegetable
oil using a chemical process.
Biodiesel is sulphur-free which is why no
sulphur dioxide (SO2) is released when it
is combusted.
The exhaust gas contains less
- carbon monoxide (CO)
- hydrocarbons (HC)
- particulates (e.g. soot)
than when the engine is operated with a
conventional diesel fuel.
If biodiesel is used, the vehicle performance
may be slightly lower and, on the other hand,
fuel consumption may be slightly higher.
Biodiesel is biologically degradable.
PME fuel conforming to DIN 51 606 can be
mixed in any desired ratio with diesel fuel
conforming to DIN EN 590.
Driving in winter
PME fuel is suitable for use in winter only
down to -10 °C.
Fuel additives (flow improvers) and similar products must not be added to the
biodiesel fuel.
Regular, professional care is a way of retaining the value of your car.
In addition, it may also be one of the requirements for a warranty claim in the event
of possible corrosion damage and paint
defects on the body.
The care products required are available
as Original Accessories from Škoda. Always follow the instructions for use stated
on the packaging.
Warning
n If misused, car care products can
be harmful to health.
n Car care products should always
be stored in a safe place where they
are out of the reach of children.
When buying car care products, always select products which have
been designed to minimize pollution of
the environment. Do not dispose of car
care products in domestic refuse.
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Washing the car
The best protection for your car against
harmful environmental influences is frequent washing and polishing.
How often your car requires to be treated
depends among other factors on how frequently you use the car, where you park it
(garage, in the open, below trees etc.), the
time of year, the weather conditions and
other environmental influences.
The longer bird droppings, insect residues,
tree resin, road and industrial dust, tar
stains, soot particles, road salt and other
aggressive deposits remain on the paintwork of your car, the more extreme will be
their destructive effect. High temperatures
caused by strong sun’s rays, intensify the
caustic effect. It may therefore be necessary to wash the car once a week, but once
a month may also be sufficient with appropriate waxing.
It is essential to also thoroughly wash the
underside of the car after the end of the
winter period.
Automatic car washes
The paintwork of your car is sufficiently resistant to enable the car to be washed normally in automatic car washing plants without any problems. The effect on the paintwork, though, also depends greatly on the
design of the car wash, the filtering of the
washing water, the type of wash and care
products used etc. If the paintwork appears
mat after a car wash or even has scratches,
you should contact the operator of the plant.
If necessary, change the car wash you use.
Notes
n Before washing your car in an automatic
car wash, there are no special precautions
necessary other than the usual measures
(closing windows and sliding roof, folding
down roof aerial etc.).
Warning
Do not tighten roof aerial in the lower
position
Washing your car by hand
As a protection for the environment,
your car should only be washed at
washbays provided for this purpose.
Local regulations may in fact forbid
washing cars in certain areas outside of
such facilities.
First of all soften the dirt with plenty of water and rinse off as well as possible.
Then, clean the car with a soft sponge,
washing glove or brush starting on the roof
and working down, applying only slight
pressure. Use a car wash shampoo only
for particularly stubborn dirt.
Thoroughly wash out the sponge or glove
at short intervals.
Clean wheels and door sills etc. last. Use
a second sponge if possible for such areas.
After washing the car, rinse it thoroughly
with water and finally chamois dry.
n It is best to contact the operator of the
car wash if your car has any particular special fittings - e.g. spoiler, roof rack, mobile
phone aerial etc.
n After washing your car in an automatic car
wash with wax preservative, wipe the lips of
the windscreen wiper blades clean and also
clean the windscreen (also the rear window
on models fitted with rear window wiper).
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Notes
n The car should not be standing in bright
sunshine when it is washed.
n If a hose is used to spray down the car,
do not aim the jet of water directly at the
door locks and body panel gaps - otherwise
they may freeze up in winter.
Washing the car with high-pressure
cleaners
n It is essential to follow the instructions
for using high-pressure cleaners - particularly as regards the pressure and spraying
distance.
n Do not use round spray nozzles or socalled „dirt shifters“!
n The temperature of the water should not
be more than 60 °C.
Warning
Tyres must never be cleaned with
round jet nozzles. Damage may occur even if only sprayed for a short
time or from a relatively large distance.
Waxing
Good wax treatment protects the paintwork
of your car from the environmental influences listed on the previous page under
„Washing the car“ and also from slight mechanical damage.
Do not apply a new film of wax protection
until the body surface is dry. Even if a wax
preserver is used regularly, it is recommended to protect the paintwork at least
twice a year with hard wax.
Warning
Never treat the windscreen or windows with wax.
Paint damage
Minor paint damage such as scratches,
rubs or stone chips, should be treated immediately with paint (Škoda touch-up pen
or spray can) before rust can form.
This repair work can also of course be carried out by a Škoda Dealer. The colour
code is stated on the car data sticker, see
page 176.
Windows
Polishing
Polishing is only necessary if the paintwork
has become unattractive and it is no longer
possible to achieve a gloss with a wax preserver. If the polish used does not contain
any preserving elements, the paintwork
should then be treated with wax preserver.
Note
Mat painted parts and plastic parts must
not be treated with polish or hard wax.
We recommend using the products from
the Škoda range.
Use only a plastic scraper to remove snow
and ice from windows and mirrors. The
scraper should not be moved back and forward, but only pushed in one direction in
order to avoid scratches caused by dirt.
Residues of rubber, oil, grease, wax or silicone sealant can be removed with a windscreen cleaner or special silicone remover.
The windows should also be cleaned at
regular intervals from the inside.
Do not use the same chamois leather for
drying the windows and for the paintwork
because residues of wax preservers will
cause smears on the surface of the windows.
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Do not affix any stickers from the inside
over the heating circuit to avoid damaging
the heating circuit of the rear window
heater.
Models fitted with all-wheel drive:
The adhesive sticker for identifying 4x4 models on the rear window must only be removed by a Škoda Dealer using a special
technology otherwise the rear window
heater might be damaged.
Door, window, bonnet/tailgate seals
The rubber seals remain supple and last
longer if they are treated from time to time
with a light film of a rubber care product.
They also will not then freeze up in winter!
Plastic parts and synthetic leather
Exterior plastic parts are cleaned by washing in a normal way and interior parts by
using a damp cloth. Should this not be adequate, plastic parts and synthetic leather
must only be treated with special solventfree plastic cleaning and care products.
Upholstery cloth and cloth trim
Natural leather
Upholstery cloth and cloth trim on the doors,
rear shelf, luggage compartment cover, headlining etc. are treated with special cleaning
products or with dry foam and a soft brush.
Leather should be treated from time to time
in accordance with the instructions below,
depending on the amount of use. It is important to ensure that the leather must
not be treated on any account with solvents, floor wax, shoe cream, stain remover or similar products.
For normal cleaning of leather-trim steering wheels, leather seat covers etc., slightly
moisten a cotton or woollen cloth with water and clean the soiled surfaces of the
leather. Severe soiling can be cleaned with
a mild soap solution (2 soup-spoonfuls of
neutral soap to 1 litre of water). It is very
important to ensure that the leather is not
moistened through at any point and that
no water is able to trickle through the stitching. Wipe the leather dry finally with a soft,
dry cloth.
In addition, it is recommended to treat leather which is subject to normal wear-andtear every six months with the leather care
product available from a Škoda Dealer. This
product should be applied very sparingly.
Leave for a short time and then wipe dry
with a soft cloth.
Cleaning seat belts
Keep belts clean! If the belt webbing is
very dirty, this may prevent the inertia reel
belt from retracting properly.
Wash dirty belt webbing only with a mild
soap solution without taking the seat belts
out of the car.
Note
Dry inertia reel belts completely before retracting.
Warning
Do not have the belts dry-cleaned because dry-cleaning products damage
the webbing material. Ensure that the
belts do not come into contact with
corrosive fluids.
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„Alcantara“ upholstery*
Wheels
Do not use any cleaning products for
leather for cleaning „Alcantara“ cloth.
Steel wheels
The wheels and the wheel covers should
also be thoroughly washed during the regular washing of the car. This prevents brake
abrasion, dirt and road salt forming deposits. Stubborn brake abrasion which adheres
to the wheels can be removed with an industrial dust remover. Damage to the
paintwork should be touched up before any
rust can form.
Removing dust and dirt
Use a slightly moistened soft washing cloth
to wipe off the „Alcantara“ upholstery or
treat it with a suitable shampoo.
Removing stains
Moisten a soft cloth with water or diluted
alcohol and dab the stain working from the
edge into the middle.
Seat covers for electric seat heater *
Please do not clean the seat covers wet.
The seat heater might otherwise be damaged.
Please use special cleaning products, dry
foam, or similar for cleaning the seat covers.
Light alloy wheels*
Regular care is required in order to retain
the decorative appearance of light alloy
wheels over a long period. It is particularly
necessary to thoroughly wash off road salt
and brake abrasion at least every two
weeks otherwise the light alloy finish will
suffer damage. After washing the wheels,
treat them with an acid-free cleaning product for light alloy wheels. It is also necessary to thoroughly rub hard wax into the
wheels about every three months. Do not
use paint polish or other abrasive products.
Damage to the paintwork of light-alloy
wheels should be touched up straightaway.
Note
If the wheels are very dirty, this can result in imbalance. This causes vibrations which are transmitted to the steering column and in addition results in premature wear.
Warning
Please note, when cleaning the wheels,
that moisture can affect the braking action.
Headlights
Do not use any abrasive cleaning or solvent products when washing by hand, otherwise the headlight glass could be damaged. Please use soap and water. For
cleaning the headlight glass, do not use a
dry cloth or any sharp objects, otherwise
the protective layer could be damaged and
then cracks could occur on the headlight
glass, e.g. due to the effects of chemical
cleaning products.
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Cleaning engine compartment
Warning
Before carrying out any work in the
engine compartment, it is essential
to read the Notes on page 133.
Good corrosion protection is very important,
particularly in winter when road salts are frequently used. For this reason, the entire engine compartment and the plenum chamber
should be thoroughly cleaned before and after the winter months and then treated with a
wax preserver so that the road salt cannot
produce any harmful effects.
The ignition must be switched off before
washing the engine.
It is recommended to cover over the alternator before washing the engine compartment.
As petrol, grease and oil residues
are washed off when cleaning the
engine, the dirty water has to be cleaned
in an oil separator. For this reason, an
engine wash should only be carried out
in a workshop or at a service station (if
these are appropriately equipped).
Škoda Dealers have available the factoryrecommended cleaning and wax treatment
products and are equipped with the necessary facilities.
Underbody sealant
The underside of your car is durably protected against chemical and mechanical influences.
As it is not possible, however, to totally rule
out the likelihood of the underbody sealant
being damaged from driving, it is recommended to have the protective layer on the
underside of the car touched up at certain
intervals. This is best done before the start
of the winter and in the spring.
Škoda Dealers have available the suitable
sealant products and the equipment necessary and are acquainted with the instructions for use. For this reason, it is best to
have any touch-up work or additional corrosion protection measures carried out by
your Škoda Dealer.
No underbody sealant should be applied to
the heat shields of the catalytic converter
and to the exhaust pipes because of the
high temperatures in the area of the catalytic converter (risk of fire). It is also not
permitted to remove the heat shields.
Cavity protection
All the cavities of the vehicle which are at
risk from corrosion are durably protected
before the car leaves the factory.
The cavity protection does not require to
be inspected or touched up. If any wax flows out of the cavities at high outside temperatures, this can be removed with a plastic scraper. Any stains can be removed with
white spirits.
Pay attention to the relevant safety
and environmental protection regulations if white spirits is used to remove
wax and stains.
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Bonnet
To unlock the bonnet, pull lever below the
instrument panel on the driver’s side.
The bonnet jumps out of its lock as a result
of the spring pressure.
Note
Before opening the bonnet, ensure that the
windscreen wiper arms are not folded forward otherwise the paintwork may be damaged.
To open bonnet, grasp it at the bottom of
the radiator grille, raise slightly, push the
hook in direction of arrow and raise bonnet.
Take bonnet prop out of its catch and insert it into the opening provided - see illustration (on right).
To close, raise bonnet slightly and release
bonnet prop. Press prop into the fixture at
the front-end panel. Allow bonnet to drop
into the lock from a height of about 20 - 30
cm - do not press on bonnet to close it!
Warning
For safety reasons, the bonnet must
always be properly closed when vehicle is moving. Always check therefore after closing the bonnet that the
lock is engaged.
Should you notice that the bonnet lock is
not properly engaged when driving, stop the
car immediately and close the bonnet.
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1.6-ltr./74 kW petrol engine
1 - Coolant expansion reservoir
2 - Reservoir for hydraulic fluid of power
steering
3 - Windscreen washer reservoir
4 - Engine oil dipstick
5 - Engine oil filler opening
6 - Brake fluid reservoir
7 - Battery
The arrangement in the engine compartment is largely identical on all petrol and
diesel engines.
1.9-ltr./TDI 66 kW/81 kW diesel engine
1 - Coolant expansion reservoir
2 - Reservoir for hydraulic fluid of power
steering
3 - Windscreen washer reservoir
4 - Engine oil dipstick
5 - Engine oil filler opening
6 - Brake fluid reservoir
7 - Battery
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LongLife Service*
Warning
Particular care is required when performing work in the engine compartment!
n Switch off engine and withdraw ignition key.
n Apply handbrake properly.
n Move gearshift into Neutral (on
models with automatic gearbox move selector lever into position „P“).
n Allow engine to cool down.
n If the engine is still warm:
- do not place your hand into the
radiator fan, it might start suddenly.
- do not open filler cap of coolant
reservoir as cooling system is pressurized - risk of scalding.
n Avoid short circuits in the electrical system - particularly at the battery!
n If it is necessary to carry out test
work when engine is running, there
is an additional risk from rotating
parts - e.g. ribbed belt, alternator,
radiator fan etc. - and from the highvoltage ignition system.
It is essential to comply with all the
warning information given in this
manual and with the general rules of
safety when carrying out work on the
engine.
When topping up fluids, ensure that no mixups occur otherwise this may cause severe
operating problems!
The floor below the car should be
inspected regularly in order to detect leaks in good time. If patches of oil
or other fluids are visible, the car should
be taken to a Škoda Dealer for an inspection.
The LongLife Service ensures that your
vehicle is always in proper roadworthy condition while requiring only minimal effort on
your part.
The LongLife Service is determined on the
basis of:
- Oil level and pressure sensor - see page
79
- Brake wear indicator - see page 79
- Engine oil complying with the new standards VW 503 00 (petrol engines), VW
506 00 (diesel engines except ATD) and
VW 506 01 (diesel engines ATD) - refer
to page 134.
- Variable service interval display - see
page 70
- Battery with so-called „magic eye“ - see
page 144.
Further information - refer to Service Schedule. More detailed information is also
available from your Škoda Dealer.
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Engine oil
Specification
The engine is factory-filled with a brandname multigrade oil which can be used as
an all-seasons oil - except in extremely cold
climatic zones. Oils may also be intermixed
when topping up (does not apply to models with LongLife Service*).
We recommend using oils from the selection of original oils available at Škoda.
Note
Engine oils naturally also undergo continuous further development. That is why the
information contained in this Owner ’s
Manual reflects the technical status at the
time of publication.
Škoda Dealers are kept up-to-date by the
factory regarding any changes. It is therefore good practice to have the oil change
carried out at a Škoda Dealer.
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Models with fixed service intervals (QG0, QG2) for oil
change
Designation
Specification for
petrol engines
Models with variable service intervals (QG1)* for oil
change
Specification
Specification for
diesel engines
001)
Multigrade highlubricity oils
VW 500 00
VW 502 00
VW 505
VW 505 01
Multigrade oils
VW 501 01
ACEA A22)
or A32)
ACEA B32)
or B42)
Petrol engines
VW 503 00
Diesel engines
VW 506 001)
VW 506 01
Warning
Models with variable service intervals (QG1) must only use
the above specified oils. It is recommended for the preservation of the specified properties of the oils conforming to
specification, only engine oil with the same specification
may be used for replenishing. In exceptional cases, only
use engine oil conforming to specification VW 502 00 (only
petrol engines) or conforming to specification VW 505 01
(only diesel engines) for topping up to max. 0.5 ltr. Other
engine oils must not be used - risk of engine damage.
We recommend using oils from the range of Škoda Genuine
Oils offered by your Škoda Dealer.
For further information - see Service Schedule.
1)
2)
Except PDI engine.
This oil may be used only once for topping up within the specified oil change
cycle if no approved engine oil is available.
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The illustration shows part of an engine
compartment with the 2.0-ltr./85 kW engine.
For further information regarding the arrangement in the engine compartment - see
page 132.
Checking oil level
It is normal that the engine consumes a certain quantity of oil. The oil consumption
may be as much as 0.5 ltr/1000 km if operating conditions are disadvantageous (e.g.
when driving in town) - see also page 115.
The engine oil level should therefore be
checked atregular intervals. This is best
done each time you refuel and before a long
journey.
The position of the dipstick 1 is shown in
the illustration.
The car should be standing horizontally
when checking the oil level. Wait a few minutes after switching off the engine to allow
the oil to flow back into the sump.
Then, withdraw the dipstick, wipe it off with
a clean cloth and re-insert it fully.
After this, once again withdraw the dipstick
and read off the oil level:
a - Oil must be topped up.
After topping up, it is sufficient if the oil
level is somewhere in the range b.
b - Oil may be topped up.
After topping up, the oil level may then
be in the range c.
c - Oil must not be topped up.
If the engine is driven particularly hard, as
for example during long trips on motorways
in summer, when towing a trailer or driving
over mountain passes, the oil level should
be kept within the range c if possible - not
above.
The oil level must on no account be higher than the range „c“. Otherwise, oil may
be drawn into the combustion chamber and
passed through the exhaust system to atmosphere. This can have a detrimental effect on combustion and on the operating
life of the catalytic converter.
Warning
When topping up the oil, do not spill
it onto hot engine components - danger of fire.
Carefully close the cap of the filler opening
and fully insert the dipstick into the inspection hole. Otherwise, oil might flow out when
the engine is running.
In the event that you do not have enough
fuel, do not drive any further. Switch off
the engine and contact a Škoda Dealer for
professional assistance, otherwise there is
a risk of serious engine damage.
Topping up engine oil
Unscrew the cap 2 of the oil filler opening
in the cylinder head cover and pour in the
quantity of oil needed. Check the oil level
with the dipstick.
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Power steering
Changing engine oil
The fluid level should always be between
the „MAX“ and „MIN“ markings. If the level
has dropped below the „MIN“ marking, the
power steering should be inspected by a
Škoda Dealer. It is not sufficient simply to
top up the hydraulic fluid.
The engine oil should be changed at the
intervals stated in the Service Schedule or
in the service interval display.
Warning
Old oil must be stored out of the
reach of children until it is disposed
of in a proper manner.
On no account dispose of oil in the
sewage system or into the ground.
Because of the disposal problem, the
special tools and the specialist knowledge required, it is best to have the engine oil and filter change carried out by
a Škoda Dealer.
No additional lubricants may be added
to the engine oil.
Inspecting hydraulic fluid level
The reservoir for the hydraulic fluid of the
power steering is located in the right of the
engine compartment.
The hydraulic power steering system is
filled with hydraulic fluid G 002 000.
The hydraulic fluid level is checked when
the engine is at operating temperature and
switched off.
Note
When the engine is not running (e.g. when
the car is being towed or the ribbed belt is
broken) the power steering does not operate. The car can still be fully steered however, although greater physical effort is required for steering.
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Cooling system
In normal operating conditions the cooling
system requires practically no maintenance. The coolant consists of water and
a 40 % concentration of coolant additive.
This mixture not only offers the necessary
antifreeze protection down to -25 °C, but
also protects the cooling and heating system from corrosion. In addition, it prevents
the formation of scale and increases the
boiling point of the coolant.
For this reason, the concentration of coolant should also not be reduced during the
summer or in warm countries by topping up
with water. The coolant additive concentration should be at least 40 %.
If greater antifreeze protection is required
for climatic reasons, the concentration of
coolant additive can be increased, but only
up to 60 % (antifreeze protection down to
about -40 °C). A higher concentration reduces the antifreeze protection and the
cooling efficiency is also impaired.
Cars for export countries with a cold climate
(e.g. Sweden, Norway, Finland) are factoryfilled for antifreeze protection down to about
-35 °C.
Coolant
The cooling system is factory-filled with the
coolant TL 774-F (G12 PLUS), lilac in colour.
We recommend using the same fluid for
topping up the system - G 12 PLUS (lilac
in colour).
In the event that it is necessary to top up
the system with a different coolant or if there
are any unclear aspects, please contact
your Škoda Dealer.
The correct coolant is available from your
Škoda Dealer.
Other coolant additives may considerably impair the corrosion protection provided.
Any corrosion damage arising from the
use of another additive may result in a
loss of coolant and consequently in
major engine damage.
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Loss of coolant
Checking coolant level
The coolant reservoir is located in the right
of the engine compartment.
The coolant level can be correctly checked
only when the engine is not running.
When the engine is cold, the coolant in the
expansion reservoir must be in the area of
the „MIN“ mark and the crosshatched area.
When the engine is warm, the coolant level
may be slightly above the crosshatched
area.
A loss of coolant is first and foremost an
indication of a leak. In this case, the cooling system should be inspected by a Škoda
Dealer. It is not sufficient merely to top up
the coolant.
If there is no leak in the system, losses may
also occur if the coolant boils as a result of
overheating and is forced out of the cooling system.
If it is not possible to find and rectify the
cause of overheating, contact a Škoda
Dealer as soon as possible - otherwise
major engine damage may result.
Topping up coolant
First of all, switch off the engine and allow
it to cool down. Then, place a rag around
the cap of the expansion reservoir and
carefully unscrew the cap.
If, in exceptional cases, it is only possible
to top up the system with water, the correct
mixture concentration should be restored
without delay by using the specified coolant additive.
If there is a major loss of coolant, do not
pour in coolant until the engine has cooled
down to avoid any engine damage.
Do not top up beyond the crosshatched
area!
Excess coolant is forced out of the cooling
system by the pressure relief valve in the
cap of the expansion reservoir when the
coolant heats up.
Screw the reservoir cap tight!
If the event that you do not have enough
coolant, do not drive any further. Switch
off the engine and contact a Škoda Dealer
for professional assistance, otherwise there
is a risk of serious engine damage.
Warning
Do not open the cap of the expansion
reservoir when the engine is hot risk of scalding. The cooling system
is pressurized!
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Brake fluid
Warning
The coolant additive and the coolant
are poisonous! Do not breathe in
coolant vapours, do not swallow
coolant, avoid contact with eyes and
skin.
If coolant splashes into your eye,
rinse out immediately with clear water and contact a doctor.
If coolant is swallowed, you should
likewise contact a doctor. The coolant additive should therefore be
safely stored in the original containers out of the reach of children.
If the coolant has to be drained out
of the cooling system of the car at
any time, it should be collected,
marked and likewise stored in a safe
place.
Drained coolant should not normally be re-used but should be disposed of by complying with environmental protection regulations.
Radiator fan
The radiator fan is driven by an electric motor and controlled by a thermostatic switch
in line with the coolant temperature.
Warning
After the engine has been switched
off, the fan may continue running for
a while - even if the ignition is switched off. It may also start to run again
suddenly after a short time if
- the coolant temperature increases
due to heat build-up
- when the engine is hot and the engine compartment is heated additionally by strong sunlight.
Special care should therefore be
taken when working in the engine
compartment.
The brake fluid reservoir is located in the
left of the engine compartment.
Checking fluid level
The fluid level should always be between
the „MAX“ and „MIN“ markings on the reservoir.
A slight drop in the fluid level occurs when
driving as a result of wear and tear and automatic slack adjustment of the brake pads.
This is perfectly normal.
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If the fluid level drops significantly within a
short time, however, or if it drops below the
„MIN“ marking, there may be a leak in the
brake system. Insufficient brake fluid level
in the reservoir is indicated by the brake
warning light coming on, see also page 81.
In such a case, contact a Škoda Dealer
without delay and have the brake system inspected.
Replacing brake fluid
Brake fluid is hygroscopic and consequently absorbs moisture from the surrounding air over the course of time. An
excessive content of water in the brake fluid
can also in the long term be a cause of
corrosion in the brake system. In addition,
the boiling point of the brake fluid is considerably reduced. For this reason, the
brake fluid must be renewed every two
years.
Warning
When the brake fluid becomes too
old, vapour bubbles may form in the
brake system when the brakes are
used hard. The efficiency of the
brakes and thus the vehicle safety is
then seriously affected.
Warning
Brake fluid is poisonous!
It must therefore only be stored in the
closed original container and, in particular, out of the reach of children.
Please also note that brake fluid attacks the
paintwork of the car.
Because of the disposal problem,
the special tools and specialist
knowledge required, it is best to have
the brake fluid change carried out by a
Škoda Dealer.
It is recommended to have the brake fluid
change carried out as part of an Inspection Service.
Use only fresh brake fluid conforming with
Specification FMVSS 116 DOT 4, which is
approved by the factory.
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Battery
The battery is located in the engine compartment.
If the vehicle has not been driven for more
than 4 weeks, the battery will discharge because some electrical components (e.g.
control units) also use current in standstill.
In order to avoid the battery discharging disconnect the negative cable (-) of the battery or continuously recharge the battery.
For jump-starting car with another battery,
see the section „Do-It-Yourself“.
Warning
Pay attention to the following warning instructions and safety regulations when carrying out work on the
battery.
Access to battery
Removing battery
n Pull out the catch on the side of the battery cover (see arrow) slightly. Lift the battery cover up and out - see arrow A.
n Pull the cable cover 1 up and out in direction of arrow.
n Disconnect the battery from the vehicle
electrical system - pay attention to the
Notes on page 144.
n Press the catch (arrows B) on the side
of the holder 2 of the fuse carrier. Open the
holder and fuse carrier by raising it (arrow
C).
n Remove the screw 3 from the battery
holder and take out the fuse plate.
n Push the battery forward slightly (toward
the headlamp) and then lift it up and out.
Warning
Pay attention to the following warning instructions and safety regulations when carrying out work on the
battery.
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n Installation is carried out in the reverse
order. When re-connecting the battery, refer to the Notes on page 144.
It is not recommended to remove and install the battery (even if the instructions
in the Owner’s Manual are followed) because severe damage to the battery and
fuse box may result in certain circumstances. Contact your Škoda Dealership
for this work.
Keep acid and battery away
from children.
Wear eye protection. Protect your eyes, skin and
clothing from sprays from
particles which contain
acid or lead.
Battery acid is extremely
caustic. Wear protective
gloves and eye protection. Do not tilt the battery otherwise acid may flow out of
the vent openings. If acid splashes
into your eyes, rinse them immediately for a few minutes with clear
water and then contact a doctor without delay. If acid splashes onto your
skin or clothing, neutralise it immediately with soap suds and wash off
with plenty of water. If you swallow
acid, contact a doctor without delay.
A highly explosive hydrogen is produced when batteries are charged, which
in combination with air produces an explosive gas mixture.
No fire, sparks, naked flames
or smoking. Avoid sparks
when handling cables and
electrical equipment. Avoid
short circuits. Risk of injury from highpowered sparks.
n It is essential to disconnect the
negative cable at the battery before
performing any work on the electrical system. When changing bulbs, it
is sufficient only to switch off the
light.
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Used batteries are harmful to
the environment and should
therefore be disposed of by
contacting your Škoda Dealer.
Do not expose the battery to direct sunlight to protect the housing from ultraviolet rays.
Ensure that the battery acid does not
come into contact with the paintwork
otherwise the paintwork might be damaged.
Checking electrolyte level
n When disconnecting the battery
from the electrical system, first of all
disconnect the negative cable (-) and
then the positive cable (+).
The battery must not be disconnected when the ignition is switched on
and the engine is running otherwise
the electrical system (electronic
components) will be damaged.
n When re-connecting the battery,
first of all connect the positive cable
(+) and then the negative cable (-).
The connection cables must on no
account be mixed up - risk of fire in
the wiring!
In normal operating conditions the battery
requires practically no maintenance. It is
nevertheless recommended to inspect the
electrolyte level from time to time. It should
always be between the „MIN“ and „MAX“
markings on the front and back of the battery. If the electrolyte level has dropped
below the „MIN“ marking, top up the relevant battery cells to the „MAX“ marking
with distilled water.
It is recommended to have the electrolyte
level and density inspected and corrected
by a Škoda Dealer.
Battery with charge state indicator
(magic eye)*
The magic eye is located on the top of the
battery. This „magic eye“ alters its colour
depending on the charge state and electrolyte level of the battery. The colour indicated serves as a diagnostic aid for Škoda
Dealerships.
Knock gently on the magic eye before
checking the battery.
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If the indication in the window is green, the
battery is properly charged. If, on the other
hand, the indication is dark, the battery requires to be charged.
If the indication in the inspection window is
colourless or bright yellow, the electrolyte level of the battery is too low and it is
not possible to assess the charge state of
the battery! The battery must be topped up
with distilled water. If the battery is 5 years
or older, we recommend replacing it. Have
the electrolyte level inspected and adjusted
to the correct level by a Škoda dealer.
Driving in winter
The battery is exposed to particular stresses
in winter. In addition, at low temperatures, it
is only capable of providing part of the starting power which it has at normal temperatures.
A discharged battery may already freeze
at a few degrees below zero.
We therefore recommend having the battery inspected and, if necessary, charged
before the start of the winter. This is best
done by a Škoda Dealer.
Charging battery
Switch off the ignition and all electrical components before charging the battery.
It is not normally necessary to disconnect
the cables from the electrical system when
charging with low amperages (e.g. with a
mini charger). Always follow the instructions
of the charger manufacturer in this case.
Recharge the battery by using a charging current of 1/10 of the battery rated
capacity in A (or less) until the battery is
fully charged.
A charger with a constant charge voltage of 14.4 V may also be used for charging. Maximum charging time 30 hours
depending on the extent to which the
battery is discharged.
Both connection cables should be taken
off, however, for quick-charging (only in
exceptional cases), in other words charging with high amperages.
Pay attention to the following points:
n A frozen battery must always be thawed out before quick-charging otherwise it might explode.
n The power cable of the charger should
not be plugged in until after the terminal
clamps of the charger have been properly
connected to the battery terminals:
red terminal
= positive (+)
black terminal
= negative (-).
n After charging, install battery and re-connect correctly - first of all positive (+), then
negative cable (-).
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After connecting the battery
- restore operation of the convenience system - see page 16
- set the time - see page 71
- if the radio is protected by a code, set the
code
- see operating instructions of car radio
The data of the multifunction display are
erased - see page 71.
Replacing battery
If the battery has to be replaced, the new
battery should have the same capacity, voltage (12 volts), amperage, design and have
a plug seal. Škoda Dealers have available
a range of suitable batteries.
Because of the disposal problem involved with old batteries, it is best
to have the battery replaced by a Škoda
Dealer. Batteries contain substances
such as sulphuric acid and lead and
must on no account be disposed of in
domestic refuse.
Spark plugs
Ribbed belt
The spark plugs are replaced as part of the
Škoda Inspection Service.
n Should it be necessary to replace the
spark plugs between the Inspection Service
intervals, proceed as follows:
Spark plugs and ignition system are matched
to the engine and thus contribute to an exhaust with low emission levels.
Only the spark plugs selected for the particular engine should be used in order to
avoid operational problems, engine damage and any infringement of legal requirements in respect of emission levels or radio interference from the spark plugs. Particularly important aspects are the number
of electrodes, the thermal value and radio
interference suppression.
n Spark plugs may also be subject to technical modifications at short notice. It is
therefore recommended to purchase them
only from Škoda Dealers as they are always
informed of the up-to-date situation.
n The ribbed belt is one of the components
of the car which is subjected to the most
stress. It is therefore necessary to place
particularly high quality requirements in respect of the belts.
n When replacing a ribbed belt, it is not
sufficient to use any ribbed belt of whatever
size. For safety reasons, use only the
ribbed belts selected for your car.
n Ribbed belts may also be subject to
technical modifications at short notice. It is
therefore recommended to purchase them
only from Škoda Dealers and to also have
the belts changed there as they are always
informed of the up-to-date situation.
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Windscreen washer system
Windscreen wiper blades
Filling reservoir
The windscreen washer reservoir is located
in the right of the engine compartment. It
holds about 3 litres, or about 5.5 litres in
the case of models with a headlight washer
system.
If the vehicle is equipped with headlight
washer system, it is necessary to only
use certain fluids which do not corrode
any polycarbonate connections.
When topping up windscreen washer
fluid, do not remove the sieve from the
reservoir. Impurities might otherwise
affect proper operation of the windscreen washer system.
We recommend always adding a windscreen cleaner with wax-dissolving properties to the water (in winter with antifreeze
protection) as clear water is not generally
sufficient to quickly and intensively clean
the windscreen and the headlight lenses.
Refer to the mixing instructions on the windscreen cleaner pack.
Note
Should windscreen cleaner with antifreeze
protection not be available in exceptional
cases, it is also possible to add methylated
spirits (the concentration of methylated
spirits must not be higher than 15 %). Note
in this case, however, that the antifreeze
protection of this concentration is only down
to -5 °C at the most.
Even if your vehicle has heated windscreen
washer* nozzles, in winter you should always add antifreeze protection to the water.
On no account use radiator antifreeze protection or other additives!
The windscreen wiper blades at the front
and rear must be in proper condition if they
are to ensure clear visibility. Wiper blades
must not be dirtied by dust, insect residues
and wax preservative.
To avoid smears, the windscreen wiper
blades should be cleaned regularly with a
windscreen cleaner. If they are very dirty,
e.g. insect residues, the wiper blades can
also be cleaned with a sponge or cloth.
If the wiper blades rub or „smear“, this may
be caused by wax residues on the windscreen as a result of washing the car in an
automatic car wash. For this reason, each
time after washing the car in a car wash
with wax treatment, remove the wax from
the lips of the wiper rubbers and from the
windshield and rear window.
In frosty conditions, check that the wiper
blades are not frozen to the glass before
switching the wipers on for the first time.
For safety reasons, the windscreen wiper
blades should be replaced twice a year.
Windscreen wiper blades are available
from Škoda Dealers.
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Dust, odor and pollen filter*
Replacing windscreen wiper blades
Taking off wiper blade
n Fold windscreen wiper arm forward and
position wiper blade horizontally.
n Press the securing spring (arrow A) and
at the same time push wiper blade toward
windscreen (arrow B). Caution! The windscreen may be damaged when this is done.
Attaching wiper blade
The securing spring must be heard to engage in the windscreen wiper arm.
Replacing windscreen wiper blade of
rear window (Octavia)*
Removing wiper blade
n Raise windscreen wiper arm.
n Grasp the top part of the windscreen
wiper arm with your hand.
n Grasp the wiper blade with your other
hand, as close to the middle as possible,
and remove the wiper blade by moving the
arm in direction of arrow B.
The dust, odor and pollen filter for the heating and ventilation system is located on the
right in the plenum chamber below a twosection cover. The filter should be replaced
as stated in the Service Schedule. The filter should also be replaced earlier if the air
flow is severely reduced.
The filter should be replaced by a Škoda
Dealer as part of the Inspection Service.
Attaching wiper blade
Connect the windscreen wiper arm and the
wiper blade by pushing the two parts together - see arrow A.
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Wheels
General information
n New tyres do not have their optimal adhesion and grip rightaway and should therefore be „run in“ at a moderate speed and
with appropriately cautious style of driving
for about 100 km (60 miles). This will help
to ensure long tyre life.
n Because of design characteristics and
different types of tread, the tread depth of
new tyres may vary (depending on the type
of tyre and manufacturer).
n Inspect the tyres regularly for signs of
damage (foreign bodies, piercing, cuts, splits
and dents, particularly in the area of the tyre
shoulder). Foreign bodies which penetrate
into the tyre may damage it from the inside.
Only an expert can assess damage to a tyre
and determine whether a repair is possible.
If it is not possible to repair a tyre or if this is
unsafe, the tyre must then be replaced. The
damaged tyre may blow out!
n If it is necessary to drive up onto a kerb,
do this at a very low speed and at right
angles if possible. Avoid driving up onto
kerbs with pointed edges. Driving quickly
onto kerbs or driving onto a kerb at an oblique angle or driving over obstacles with
pointed edges or points (e.g. stones) can
result in concealed tyre damage which cannot be detected immediately. This harbours
the risk of an accident in the event of the
tyre puncturing at a high speed.
n Damage to tyres and wheels is frequently not visible. Unusual vibrations or
the vehicle pulling to one side, may be an
indication of tyre damage. If you suspect
that a wheel is damaged, immediately
reduce your speed and stop!
Inspect the tyres (dents, splits etc.). If you
cannot find any defect, drive at a slow
speed to the nearest Škoda dealer and
have the vehicle inspected.
n Keep oil, grease and fuel away from the
tyres.
n Replace any lost valve caps without delay.
n If the wheels are taken off, they should
be marked first of all so that they can be
refitted to rotate in the same direction.
n If wheels or tyres are taken off, always
store them in a cool, dry and dark place.
Tyres which are not fitted to a rim, should
be stored upright.
Tyre life
The life of the tyres depends essentially on
the following points:
Inflation pressure
The tyre inflation pressures are indicated
on a sticker on the inside of the fuel filler
flap. Further information is available from
your Škoda Dealer.
Tyre pressure is an important factor, particularly when driving at high speeds. The inflation pressure should always be checked at
least once a month and before setting off on
a long journey.
When checking the tyre pressure, do not
forget the spare wheel.
n The spare wheel with a standard tyre
should always be inflated to the maximum
pressure indicated for the car.
n Always check the inflation pressure
when the tyres are cold. Do not reduce the
pressure of a warm tyre. Adjust the inflation pressure accordingly if there is any
major change in the load of the car.
If the tyres are not sufficiently or excessively
inflated, this will have a detrimental effect
on tyre life and also on the handling of the
car.
Warning
When driving continuously at a high
speed, a tyre which is not sufficiently
inflated has to perform greater flexing work and thus heats up excessively. This can cause sections of the
tread to detach and even result in a
tyre blow-out.
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If the tyres are not adequately inflated, your fuel consumption will
be higher and you will be unnecessarily
polluting the environment.
Warning
n The tyres should be renewed without delay no later than when they are
worn down to the wear indicators.
n Worn tyres are detrimental to
road-holding particularly at high
speeds on wet roads. In addition, the
vehicle tends to aquaplane sooner.
Driving style
Driving fast through curves, sharp acceleration and sharp braking increase tyre wear.
Balancing wheels
The wheels of a new car are balanced. Various factors when driving may, however,
produce an imbalance which makes it felt
by steering wobble.
In such a case, the wheels should then be
re-balanced as any imbalance in the
wheels also results in increased wear and
tear to the steering, suspension and tyres.
In addition, a wheel has to be re-balanced
after fitting a new tyre and each time any
repairs are carried out.
Wheel alignment errors
Faulty alignment of the wheels and suspension not only increases tyre wear, often on
only one side, but also affects the handling
of the car. If any unusual tyre wear exists,
contact a Škoda Dealer.
Wear indicators
The base of the tread of the original tyres
contains 1.6 mm high „wear indicators“ at
right angles to the direction of running - see
illustration. These wear indicators are
spaced evenly around the circumference of
the tyre 6 to 8 times - depending on the
make. Markings on the tyre walls, for example the letters „TWI“ or triangle symbols,
indicate the position of the wear indicators.
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Replacing a wheel or tyre
Switching around tyres
If the wear to the tyres of the front wheels
is significantly greater, it is recommended
to switch the front tyres to the rear wheels,
as shown in the illustration. This ensures
that the life of all the tyres is approximately
the same.
It may be beneficial to switch over the tyres
diagonally if certain types of wear are
present on the tyre tread (this only applies
to tyres which do not have to be fitted to
run in a particular direction). Details are
available from Škoda Dealers.
Tyres and wheels (disc wheels) are important design elements. For this reason, use
only tyres and wheels approved by the vehicle manufacturer. They are exactly matched to your model of car and thus make a
significant contribution to good road-holding and to safe handling.
Škoda Dealers have available up-to-date
information of which makes of tyres are
approved by us. Many Škoda Dealers also keep in stock an attractive range of
tyres and wheels.
n Fitting and repairing tyres requires specialist knowledge and special tools. Such
work should therefore only be carried out
by qualified persons in Škoda Workshops.
Because of the problems of disposing of old tyres, the special tools
and specialist knowledge required, it is
best to have tyres replaced by a Škoda
Dealer.
n For road safety reasons, do not replace
individual tyres, if possible, but at least both
tyres on the same axle. The tyres with the
deeper tread should always be fitted to the
front wheels.
n Only combine radial tyres of the same
design, size (rolling circumference) and, if
possible, with the same tread pattern on all
four wheels.
n Never fit used tyres whose previous history is not known. Do not fit any used tyres
if you are not aware of their „history“.
Tyres age even if they have not been used
at all or only very little. The spare wheel
should likewise only be used in an emergency and by then adopting appropriately
cautious style of driving.
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n Knowledge of the tyre inscription and its
meaning makes it easier to choose the right
tyres. Radial tyres have the following inscription on the tyre wall:
e.g. 175 / 80 R 14 88 T
175
80
R
14
88
T
=
=
=
=
=
=
Tyre width in mm
Height/width ratio in %
Tyre design code for Radial
Wheel diameter in inches
Ply rating
Speed code
The following speed categories apply to
tyres:
Code letter Q - max. 160 km/h
Code letter R - max. 170 km/h
Code letter S - max. 180 km/h
Code letter T - max. 190 km/h
Code letter H - max. 210 km/h
Code letter V - max. 240 km/h
The tyres may be damaged if you drive
at more than the maximum speed for the
particular tyre.
The date of manufacture is also indicted
on the tyre wall (possibly only on the inside
of the wheel).
DOT 01 01 means that the tyre was manufacture in the 1st week of 2001.
Warning
Tyres which are more than 6 years
old, should only be used in exceptional cases and by adopting a cautious style of driving.
If the car is retrofitted with tyres or wheels
other than the factory-fitted type, pay attention to the following points:
Warning
n For technical reasons, it is not permitted on any account to use tyres
or wheels on your car which have not
been approved by the manufacturer
for the particular model.
n Wheels and wheel bolts are matched
to each other. If different wheels are fitted to the car (e.g. light alloy wheels or
wheels fitted with winter tyres), it is
then necessary to use the matching
wheel bolts of the correct length and
shape of spherical cap. In view of the
fact that the wheels and wheel bolts,
including security bolts, are matched
for all the wheels approved by the
manufacturer (sheet steel, steel and
light alloy wheels), never use wheel
bolts which are not approved by the
manufacturer. These are universal for
all types of approved wheels and are
tightened in the same way as described
in the section DO-IT-YOURSELF.
n Using tyres and/or wheels which
have not been approved by the manufacturer for your model of car can
be detrimental to the safety of the
vehicle. It may also affect official approval for use of the vehicle on public roads!
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n If wheel trims are subsequently fitted, it is essential to ensure that the
air flow remains adequate for cooling the brakes.
Škoda Dealers are informed of the technical possibilities for converting and retrofitting tyres, wheels and wheel trims.
Winter tyres1)
Warning
In winter conditions, winter tyres will
significantly improve the handling of
your car.
n Only radial-type winter tyres may be fitted.
1)
n To achieve the best possible handling
and grip, fit winter tyres to all four wheels
(same manufacturer, tyre size, tread pattern).
n Winter tyres largely lose their good grip
properties in winter if the tyre tread has
worn down to a depth of 4 mm. The following speed restrictions apply to winter tyres.
n You can fit winter tyres of a lower speed
category provided that you also do not drive
at a speed in excess of the maximum speed
for these tyres even if your car is able to be
driven at a higher actual maximum speed.
The tyres may be damaged if you drive at
a speed beyond the maximum speed rating of the tyres.
n All-weather tyres may be used in winter
in place of winter tyres.
n In the event of a puncture, refer to the
information for using the spare wheel on
page 158.
Summer tyres should also be fitted
again in good time as an environmental protection measure as the rolling noises are normally less, tyre wear
is reduced and fuel consumption is improved.
Further information is available from Škoda
Dealers.
Snow chains1)
It is possible to fit snow chains to all the
tyre sizes listed (with the exception of tyre
sizes 205/60 R15 and 205/55 R16).
5.5J x 16 ET 36 wheels (Genuine Accessories) when used in combination with 205/
55 R16 tyres enable snow chains to be fitted to the Octavia RS including other vehicle models Octavia and Octavia Estate.
The chains must only be fitted to the
front wheels.
Use only fine-link chains which do not exceed more than 15 mm (including chain
lock).
We recommend purchasing the snow chains
as Genuine Accessories from a Škoda Dealer.
The full wheel trim should be removed when
driving with snow chains.
Snow chains should be taken off when driving on roads free of snow as they otherwise impair the handling of the car, damage the tyre and are quickly destroyed.
1)
Please observe any varying legal requirements
in respect of the approved vehicle speed when
driving with snow chains.
Pay attention to any varying legal requirements
when using winter tyres.
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Motoring abroad
Please give consideration to the following
points when driving abroad with your car:
n If your car is fitted with a petrol engine
and catalytic converter, it is important that
unleaded petrol is available on your route see also page 124. Information regarding
the availability of unleaded petrol can be
obtained from automobile associations.
n In certain countries it is also possible that
the Škoda Dealership network is not fully
developed. Certain replacement parts may
therefore not be available or the personnel
of the Škoda Dealer may be able to carry
out repair work only to a limited extent.
ŠKODA AUTO a. s. in the Czech Republic
and the relevant importers will gladly provide you with the necessary information regarding preparing your car technically for
motoring abroad, the servicing required and
repair facilities.
The addresses of dealerships in your
own country and abroad are contained
in the Vehicle Wallet.
Masking over headlights
Adapt your headlights for using the car in
countries in which the traffic drives on the
left-hand side:
If you use your car in countries in which traffic drives on the left-hand side of the road,
other road users coming toward you may
be dazzled when you use the headlights of
your car which has been designed for driving on the right-hand side of the road.
In order to eliminate this problem, you
should mask over the left-hand wedgeshaped areas of the headlight lenses with
an opaque adhesive strip.
The illustrations show how to mask over the
headlights of a car designed for driving on
the right-hand side of the road, when it is
used in a country in which traffic drives on
the left.
Adapting headlights with gas discharge lamps* (applies to left-hand
and right-hand drive models)
If you use your car in countries in which traffic drives on the left-hand side of the road,
other road users coming toward you may
be dazzled when you use the headlights of
your car which has been designed for driving on the right-hand side of the road.
In order to eliminate this problem, the headlights must be adapted.
This adaptation is achieved by switching
over the shroud for low beam in the headlight module.
This measure is carried out by your Škoda
Dealer. He can also provide you with more
detailed information on this matter.
Adapting the headlights with gas discharge
lamps is not a substitute for headlights
which are designed for driving on the right
or on the left, respectively.
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Mobile phones
and two-way radios
Installation of mobile phones and two-way
radios requires official approval and should
be carried out by an authorized workshop,
e.g. by a Škoda Dealer.
Škoda Auto has approved the operation of
mobile phones and two-way radios for your
car with a professionally installed external
aerial and a maximum transmission power
of 10 watts.
Use of a mobile phone or a two-way radio can result in operational problems
to the electronic systems of your car in
the following situations:
- no external aerial
- external aerial incorrectly installed
- transmission power in excess of 10
watts.
For this reason, you must not use a mobile phone or two-way radio inside the car
if no external aerial is fitted or if it has been
incorrectly installed.
Warning
Using a mobile phone or two-way
radio inside the car without a separate external aerial may also be harmful to your health as a result of excessive electromagnetic fields!
In addition, it is only possible to achieve the
optimal range of such equipment with an
external aerial.
Note
Please pay attention to the operating
instructions of the mobile phone or twoway radio!
If you wish to use a mobile phone or twoway radio with a transmission power of
more than 10 watts, please always discuss
this with your Škoda Dealer as he is instructed of the technical facilities which
exist for retrofitting mobile phones and twoway radios.
Warning
n Please always devote maximum
attention to driving your car!
n Never install mobile phone mounts
on the covers of the airbags or in the
deployment area of the airbags otherwise there is an increased risk of injury if the airbag is deployed in the
event of an accident!
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Accessories, modifications
and parts
Škoda cars are designed to reflect the latest state of safety engineering. To ensure
that this is always the case, do not make
any modifications to your car without proper
consideration. If you wish to retrofit accessories to your car, make any technical modifications or have to subsequently replace
parts, please pay attention to the following
points:
n Before purchasing accessories and
before making technical modifications, always ask the advice of a Škoda Dealer.
This is particularly important when purchasing accessories abroad.
Warning
n In your own interest we recommend using only Škoda Accessories1) and Genuine Škoda Parts expressly approved for your car. Such
accessories and parts are your guarantee of reliability, safety and suitability specifically for your Škoda.
n Despite constantly observing the
market, we are not in a position to assess and also not to warrant other
products, even if in exceptional cases an official approval has been provided by a technical inspection authority or other public institution.
1)
n Approved Škoda Accessories and Genuine Škoda Parts are available from
Škoda Dealers who can also carry out professional fitting.
n All the genuine accessories which are
listed in the catalogue, such as tilting roofs,
spoilers, wheels etc. have to have an official approval.
n Radios, aerials and other electrical accessories should also only be installed by
authorized workshops.
n It is important to observe the specifications issued by the car manufacturer if any
technical modifications are made to your
car.
This ensures that no damage occurs to your
car, that the safety and roadworthiness of
your car is maintained and that the modifications are approved. Škoda Dealers are
also able to carry out such work in a professional manner or, in exceptional cases,
to provide you with the address of a specialist workshop.
n Any damage resulting from technical
modifications which have not been approved by us, are not covered by the warranty.
Accessories approved by the manufacturer are
available in all countries in which Škoda is represented (by an importer).
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First-aid box,
warning triangle
Applies to models fitted with all-wheel
drive*
The first-aid box is attached to the inside
of the cover of the storage compartment on
the right.
Applies to models fitted with front-wheel
drive
A commercially available first-aid box together with a warning triangle fit together
in a foam base below the floor covering of
the luggage compartment.
Note
The first-aid box, the warning triangle and
the bulbs are not supplied with the car!
The warning triangle is part of the standard equipment only on all-wheel drive vehicles.
Car tool kit
Tyre repair spray*
The car tool kit and car jack are stored in a
plastic basket in the spare wheel.
This also provides space for the detachable ball
head of the trailer hitch (only on certain models) or also, for example, for a trailer hitch which
has been sold as a Škoda Genuine Accessory.
Depending on the model version, the ball
head of the trailer hitch may also be stored
in the well behind the spare wheel. In this
case, you then have to use the first-aid box
stored in the upholstery.
Your Škoda dealer can provide you with
more detailed information.
n The tyre repair spray is precisely for fast
repairs on small tyre defects up to 5 mm.
The spray does not replace a permanent
tyre repair, the repair serves only as an intermediate solution until the next service.
n The repair can be directly performed on
the vehicle. Carefully read the enclosed instructions for direction of use.
On front-wheel drive vehicles, the spray is
located in the well at the front right of the
polypropylene part behind the spare wheel,
and on 4x4 vehicles, in the boot on the left.
Warning
n The car jack supplied is only designed for your model of car. On no
account attempt to lift heavier vehicles or other loads.
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Tyre repair set*
Spare wheel
Changing a wheel
Certain models are equipped with a tyre
repair set which includes a compressor and
a repair flask, instructions and accessories.
On front-wheel drive vehicles this set is located in the well at the front right of the
polypropylene part behind the spare wheel,
and on 4x4 vehicles, in the boot on the left
next to the first-aid box.
n Apply the handbrake before jacking up the car. Never start the engine
when the car is jacked up - risk of
accident.
n If it is necessary to carry out work
underneath the vehicle, ensure that
it is supported on suitable stands.
The spare wheel is stowed in the well below the floor covering of the luggage compartment and is secured by a handwheel.
n To ensure that the spare wheel is always
ready for use, check the inflation pressure
at regular intervals.
Warning
n In the case of a flat tyre or puncture, park the vehicle off the road,
switch on the hazard warning lights
and place the warning triangle in position - note any statutory requirements.
n All the vehicle occupants should
leave the car and move to a safe area
(e.g. behind safety barrier).
n Apply handbrake firmly and engage
a gear. Chock the opposite wheel with
a stone or similar if the car is standing on a slope.
n Never start the engine when the
car is jacked up - risk of accident!
n If towing a trailer, unhitch the
trailer from the car before changing
the wheel.
n Carry out wheel change on a flat, level
surface, as far as possible.
n Remove the car tool kit and spare wheel
from the luggage compartment.
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n Attach the wire hook (from the car tool
kit) at the edge of the full wheel trim* opposite the air valve. Push the wheel wrench
through the wire hook and pull off the wheel
trim - see illustration.
n If light-alloy wheels are fitted, use the
plastic clip supplied to pull off the covers
for the wheel bolts.
n Unscrew the safety wheel bolts* - see
page 161.
n Fit wheel wrench onto the wheel bolt as
far as the stop and turn to the left. Hold the
wrench as close as possible to its end for
this operation. If the bolts cannot be slackened, you can carefully apply pressure to
the end of the wheel wrench with your foot.
Ensure that you are standing properly and
hold tight on the car. Slacken the wheel
bolts about one turn.
n Fit the car jack onto the car. Recesses
are provided on the lower sill (at the front
and rear). Below this is the point at which
the car jack should be positioned - see arrows in the illustration.
n Position the car jack so that its claw fits
around the web of the lower sill A and the
moving base plate of the car jack B is positioned flat on the ground.
Warning
If the car jack is not fitted to these
marked points, this may result in
damage to the car.
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- If the surface is soft, place a large
solid base below the foot of the jack.
- Rotate the crank to raise the claws of the
jack sufficiently so that the jack can just
still be fitted below the car.
- The claw of the jack must be fitted
around the vertical web of the lower sill
so that the jack cannot slip off when the
car is raised.
- The base of the jack should be resting
fully on a firm surface.
- Align jack and at the same time raise the
claw of the jack further until the claw is
touching the web.
n Jack up car until the wheel is just clear
of the ground.
n Remove wheel bolts (after slackening)1),
place them down on a clean surface (cloth,
paper, wheel cap) next to the car jack and
take off wheel.
n Fit on spare wheel and attach wheel
bolts1).
n Tighten all the wheel bolts slightly. The
wheel bolts should be clean and turn freely.
n On no account grease or oil them!
n Lower car and tighten the wheel bolts
diagonally.
n Press on the full wheel trim* first at the
valve opening and then apply pressure
around the entire circumference so that the
trim locks in position.
1)
n Place the wheel removed in the spare
wheel well and secure with the handwheel.
Notes
n After changing a wheel, pay attention to
the following points:
- Check the inflation pressure of the spare
wheel fitted.
- Have the tightening torque of the wheel
bolts checked with a torque wrench as
soon as possible. The tightening torque
for steel and light alloy wheels is 120 Nm.
n Have the faulty wheel repaired as quickly
as possible.
Warning
If it is intended to subsequently fit
wheels or tyres other than the factory-fitted versions to the car, it is essential to read the remarks on page
152.
with screwdriver from car tool kit (hexagon head
in handle)
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Anti-theft lock of wheels*
Fire extinguisher*
n Pull off the wheel caps and fit adapter B
onto the wheel bolt A. Turn adapter until
the splines engage.
n Slacken or tighten the wheel bolt by fitting the wheel wrench to the hexagon of the
adapter.
n After removing the adapter, fit a protective cap onto the wheel bolt.
Wheel locking bolts
A - Wheel bolt
B - Adapter
If wheel locking bolts are fitted to a car (one
bolt for each wheel), these can only be
slackened and tightened using the adapter
supplied. It is good practice to note the code
No. indicated on the adapter.
If the adapter or the wheel locking bolt is
lost, contact your Škoda Dealer.
Note
n It is essential that the locking bolt is tightened to a torque of 120 Nm. If this torque
is exceeded, the bolt and the adapter may
in certain circumstances be damaged.
n You can also obtain the wheel lock bolt
set as a Genuine Accessory from your
Škoda dealer.
The fire extinguisher is located in the holder
below the driver seat and is secured with
straps.
n Carefully read the instructions regarding
the fire extinguisher.
n The fire extinguisher must be inspected
once a year by a regular person or a company. Please pay attention to the different
legal regulations.
n The fire extinguisher is only delivered in
certain countries.
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Fuses
Additional fuses are located in the engine
compartment on the battery. We recommend having these fuses replaced by a
Škoda Dealer.
Replacing a fuse
The individual electrical circuits are protected by fuses.
The fuses are located on the left-hand face
end of the instrument cluster below the cover.
Space is provided on the right for spare fuses - see page 163.
n Switch off the ignition and the relevant
electrical component.
n To remove the cover, place a screwdriver
against the cover (arrow on cover) and carefully lever it off.
n Refer to the list of fuses as shown in illustration to find which fuse belongs to the
faulty component - see illustration on page
163.
n Remove the blown fuse.
n A blown fuse is recognizable from the
melted metal strip - replace with a new fuse
of the same rating.
Notes
n If a newly inserted fuse blows again after a short time, the electrical system should
then be inspected as soon as possible by
a Škoda Dealer.
n On no account „repair“ fuses as this may
cause major damage to another point of the
electrical system.
n Certain of the electrical components
listed are fitted only to particular model
versions or are optional equipment.
n We recommend always carrying with
you a box with replacement fuses, which is
available from Škoda Dealers 1).
1)
In certain countries the box with replacement
fuses is part of the basic equipment.
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Fuse assignment
No. Electrical component
A
1 - Mirror and spray nozzle heater,
relay for cigarette lighter
el. seats ........................................ 10
2 - Turn signal lights .......................... 10
3 - Stowage compartment light ............ 5
4 - Licence plate lights ......................... 5
5 - Seat heaters, Climatronic, Navigation system, recirculated air
flap, multifunction steering
wheel, exterior mirror heaters ..... 7.5
6 - Central locking control unit ............. 5
7 - Reversing lights, parking aid ........ 10
8 - Mobile phone .................................. 5
9 - ABS/ESP ......................................... 5
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A
10 - Petrol engine: control unit ............ 20
Diesel engine: control unit .............. 5
11 - Dash panel insert, selector lever
lock solenoid (automatic
gearbox) .......................................... 5
12 - Power supply for diagnosis,
mobile phone ............................... 7.5
13 - Brake lights ................................... 10
14 - Interior light, central locking ......... 10
Interior light (without central
locking) ......................................... 10
15 - Instrument cluster, automatic
gearbox, steering lock angle
sensor, rear-view mirrors ................ 5
16 - Air conditioning, electric water
pump ............................................. 10
17 - Police .............................................. 5
18 - Right main beam .......................... 10
19 - Left main beam ............................. 10
20 - Right low beam, headlight
range control ................................. 15
21 - Left low beam ............................... 15
22 - Right parking light ........................... 5
23 - Left parking light ............................. 5
24 - Wiper system, washer pump ........ 20
25 - Heater fan ..................................... 25
26 - Rear window heater ...................... 25
27 - Rear window wiper ....................... 15
28 - Fuel pump ..................................... 15
29 - Petrol engine - engine
electronics, ignition ....................... 15
Diesel engine - engine
electronics .................................... 10
No. Electrical component
A
30 - Power sliding/tilting roof ............... 20
31 - Automatic gearbox ........................ 20
Haldex coupling .............................. 5
32 - Petrol engine - injectors ............... 10
Diesel engine - injection pump,
control unit .................................... 30
33 - Headlight cleaning system ........... 20
34 - Petrol engine - engine
electronics .................................... 10
Diesel engine - engine
electronics .................................... 10
35 - Trailer socket, socket
in luggage compartment ............... 30
36 - Fog lights ...................................... 15
37 - S contact 1) ................................... 10
38 - Luggage compartment light,
central locking, remote fuel
filler flap release ........................... 15
39 - Hazard warning signals ................ 15
40 - Horn .............................................. 20
41 - Cigarette lighter ............................ 15
42 - Radio ............................................. 15
43 - Petrol engine: engine
electronics .................................... 10
Diesel engine: engine
electronics .................................... 10
44 - Seat heaters ................................. 15
1)
For electrical components which can be operated after switching off the ignition provided the
ignition key is not withdrawn, e.g. radio.
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Replacing a bulb
Colour coding of fuses:
A
light brown: ............................................. 5
dark brown: .......................................... 7.5
red: ........................................................ 10
blue: ...................................................... 15
yellow: ................................................... 20
white: ..................................................... 25
green: .................................................... 30
Notes
The fuse assignment differs depending on
the version of your car.
The pliers for removing fuses and replacement fuses are not contained in the car
equipment.
The relevant light should always be switched off first of all before replacing a bulb.
Do not grasp the glass of the bulb with your
bare fingers (even the minutest spot of dirt
reduces the operational life of the bulb).
Use a clean cloth, napkin or similar.
A bulb should only be replaced by a lamp
of the same design. The designation is
given on the base of the bulb or on the
glass.
Models with Xenon headlamps*
If your car is fitted with xenon headlights, have the bulb (low beam, side
light and main beam) replaced by a
Škoda dealer.
We recommend always carrying with you in
the car a box with a set of spare bulbs, which
you received together with your car, or which
is available from your Škoda Dealer1).
Warning
H4 bulbs are pressurized and may
burst when they are replaced. For
this reason, always wear gloves and
eye protection when changing a H4
bulb.
1)
The small box of replacement light bulbs are part
of the basic equipping of the vehicle in some
countries
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Table of bulbs
Front
headlight
Low beam
Main beam
Halogen
headlight
Xenon
headlight
H4
Side lights
W5W
Turn signal
lights
PY21W
Fog lights
H3
Rear light
unit
Octavia
Octavia
Estate
D2S
Rear lights
P21W
H1
Turn signal
lights
PY21W
Brake lights
Side lights
Fog lights
P21W
P21/4W
P21/5W
P21W
Others
Octavia
Octavia
Estate
Side turn
signal lights
WY5W
License plate
light
W5W
Additional
brake light
W2,3W
Interior light
C10W
Reading light
Boot light
LED
W5W
C5W
C10W
Door warning
light
C5W
Glove box light
C3W
Interior mirror
light
C5W
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n Fit on cap for the headlight.
n Have the headlight beam setting checked
at a Škoda Dealer.
Main headlight with cap of low beam,
main beam and side light
Before replacing the bulb (main beam and
low beam, or main beam and low beam, or
side light) you have to remove the protective cover from the rear part of the headlight - refer to the text which follows.
n Open bonnet.
n Press locking plate off the cap and tilt it
out in direction of arrow.
n Remove cap of headlamp by pushing it
out toward the middle of the vehicle.
n Open bonnet.
n Take off cap for headlight.
n Hold wire spring clamp B and unplug
connector A.
n Detach wire spring clamp B by pressing
toward bulb and fold down in direction of
arrow.
n Take out bulb 1 and insert new bulb so
that the locating lugs at the bulb disc engage in the recess of the reflector.
n Fold wire clamp over the base of bulb
and push forward until the clamp engages.
n Plug in connector.
Installation is carried out in the reverse order.
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Front side light bulb
n Open bonnet.
n Take off cap for headlight.
n Pull out light socket with bulb - see arrow.
n Remove the faulty bulb from the socket.
n Insert new bulb.
n Fit socket with new bulb into its fixture.
n Fit on cap for the headlight.
Fog lights*
Front turn signal lights
n Open bonnet.
n Turn plastic cap for headlight toward
middle of vehicle and then take off.
n Separate plug connection B.
n Release spring wire clamp A of bulb fixture and fold down.
n Take out halogen bulb with cable. Insert
new bulb so that the locating lugs in the
reflector are positioned in the matching recesses in the bulb disc.
n Fold spring wire clamp over bulb disc.
Press wire clamp together and lock it again
in place.
n Plug in connector.
n Fit on cap.
n Have the beam setting of the fog lights
checked by a Škoda Dealer.
n Open bonnet.
n Remove securing screw 1.
n Push turn signal light housing in direction of arrow.
n Turn bulb holder slightly to the left and
take off.
n Press faulty bulb into the socket, turn to
the left and remove.
n Insert new bulb and turn fully to the right.
n Insert bulb holder and turn slightly to the
right as far as the stop.
n Fit turn signal light on outside with the
two retaining lugs at the side into the recesses of the headlight.
n Tighten screw 1.
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Side turn signal lights
Have the bulb replaced by a Škoda Dealer.
Stowage compartment light*
Front door warning light*
n Insert screwdriver at side between light
and stowage compartment - see arrow. Carefully remove light.
n Unplug connector by compressing the
catches at the side.
n Replace bulb.
n Plug in connector.
n Press light into the stowage compartment from below.
We recommend having the bulb replaced
at a Škoda Dealer.
n Press off light first of all at one side and
then at the other side - see arrows. Carefully take off housing in direction of arrow 1.
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n Separate plug connection A.
n Press off spring lock of lens on one side
and then on the other side - see arrows. Carefully take off lens in direction of arrow B.
n Replace bulb.
n Fit lens into housing again until it locks
in place.
n Plug in connector.
n Carefully press light into door trim panel.
Rear lights
Rear lights (Estate)
n Open tailgate.
n Push cover to the side.
n Press spring catches at bulb holder in
direction of arrow and take out bulb holder.
n Press faulty bulb into the base, turn to
the left and remove.
n Insert new bulb and turn fully to the right.
n Insert bulb holder so that the spring
catches engage.
n Push back cover.
n Open tailgate.
n Open side storage compartment
n Press spring catches at bulb holder in
direction of arrow and take out bulb holder.
n Press faulty bulb into the base, turn to
the left and remove.
n Insert new bulb and turn fully to the right.
n Insert bulb holder so that the spring catches engage.
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Licence plate lights
Luggage compartment light
Luggage compartment light (Estate)*
n Open tailgate and unscrew lens of light.
n Pull faulty capless bulb out of the bulb
holder and insert new bulb.
n Insert lens of light again as far as the
stop and ensure that the rubber seal is correctly installed.
n Screw on lens of light with slight pressure.
n Open tailgate.
n Insert screwdriver into the recess on the
side of the light - see arrow. Carefully press
out light.
n Unplug connector of the bulb.
n Replace bulb.
n Plug in connector.
n First of all insert the left-hand side of the
light and press in fully.
n Open tailgate.
n Position screwdriver into the opening
next to the light - see arrow. Carefully press
out light.
n Unplug connector of the bulb.
n Replace bulb.
n Plug in connector.
n First of all insert bottom side of the light
and press in fully.
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Additional brake light
n Press both plastic spring catches of the
housing of the light in the direction of arrows 1.
n Take off bulb holder with bulbs in the
direction of arrow 2.
n Take faulty bulb out of the holder.
n Insert new bulb.
n Insert bulb holder into the housing. The
spring catches should lock in place.
Additional brake light (Estate)
We recommend having the bulbs replaced
by a Škoda Dealer.
Interior light and reading light
n Pull lens down and off the housing (at
the arrow shown in the illustration).
n Replace the bulb for the interior light.
n Pull bulb for the reading light out of its
socket and insert new bulb.
n Press the lens of the light into the housing again until it locks in place (ensure it is
correctly fitted on).
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Jump-starting
Interior light (rear)*
n Insert a screwdriver between light and
headlining - see arrow. Carefully press out
the light.
n Turn the socket in the rear of the light to
the left and take out.
n Pull faulty bulb out of the socket.
n Insert new bulb.
n Insert the socket again into the light and
turn fully to the right.
n Insert light first of all at the side opposite the arrow and then press into the headlining.
If the engine does not start because the
battery is discharged, it is possible to use
jump-start cables to start the car with the
battery of another vehicle. Pay attention to
the following points in this case:
n Both batteries should have a rated voltage of 12 V. The capacity (Ah) of the battery supplying the power must not be significantly less than the capacity of the discharged battery.
n Only jump-start cables with an adequately large cross-section should be
used. Pay attention to the instructions of
the cable manufacturer.
n We recommend purchasing the jumpstart cable as a Genuine Škoda Accessory
or in sales outlets of the battery manufacturer.
n Use only jump-start cables with insulated
clamps.
A discharged battery may already freeze
if there is only slight frost. Before connecting the jump-start cables, it is essential to thaw out a frozen battery otherwise it might explode.
n Run the engine of the vehicle supplying
the current.
n It is essential to connect the jump-start
cables in the following sequence:
1. One end of the (+) cable (usually red) to
the (+) terminal of the discharged battery.
2. Other end of the red (+) cable to the (+)
terminal of the battery supplying the current.
3. One end of the (-) cable (usually black)
to the (-) terminal of the battery supplying
the current.
4. Other end of the black (-) cable to a solid
metal part bolted to engine block or to the
engine block itself.
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Tow-starting/towing
A - Discharged battery
B - Battery supplying current
Warning
Do not connect the cable to the negative terminal (-) of the discharged
battery. This can produce sparks
when the engine is started which
might ignite the gas flowing out of
the battery.
Warning
n The non-insulated parts of the cable clamps must not touch one another on any account. In addition, the
jump-start cable attached to the positive terminal of the battery must not
come into contact with electrically
conducting parts of the vehicle - risk
of short circuit!
n Route the jump-start cables so
that they cannot come into contact
with rotating parts in the engine compartment.
n Do not bend over the batteries risk of acid burns!
n Keep sources of ignition (naked
flames, burning cigarettes etc.) well
away from the battery - risk of explosion!
n Start the engine as described in the section „Starting engine“.
n If the engine does not start right away,
do not crank the starter for more than 10
seconds and then wait about 30 seconds
before making a further attempt.
n Once the engine is running, disconnect
both cables in exactly the reverse order.
The towing eyes are located at the rear right
below the bumper and at the front - see
arrow.
A tow rope or tow bar should be attached
only to these towing eyes.
n Remove a ventilation grille before using
the front towing eye. Ventilation grille is held
in place with plastic spring catches in the
area of the arrow. Ventilation grille can be
removed by hand.
n Grasp the top part of the grille, press
grille off in direction of arrow 1 and take out
in direction of arrow 2.
n After using the towing eye, insert the
ventilation grille into the guides and press
on.
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It is not recommended to tow-start the
vehicle (despite observing the instructions which are given in the Owner’s
Manual) in view of the fact that severe
engine damage may result in certain circumstances.
It is best to attempt to start the engine
by using jump-starting cables - refer to
page 172 of the Owner’s Manual - or to
call on the services of SERVICE Mobil.
General information
n The tow rope should be elastic so that
there is no strain on either vehicle. It is best
to use only plastic fibre ropes or ropes
made of a similarly elastic material. It is
important to ensure that no impermissible
pulling forces and no sudden shock loads
occur. If attempting to tow a car which is
not on a paved road, there is always a risk
of the parts of the car to which the tow rope
is attached being subjected to excessive
stress and damaged.
n Before attempting to start the engine
by tow-starting the car, always use the
battery of another vehicle as a jumpstarting aid if possible - see page 172.
It is essential to pay attention to the following points when tow-starting and towing the car:
n Observe any legal regulations regarding
towing another vehicle.
n Both drivers should be acquainted with
the special features of towing a vehicle.
Persons not familiar with towing a vehicle
should not attempt to tow-start or tow a car.
n If a tow rope is used, the driver of the
towing vehicle should engage the clutch
particularly softly when moving off and shifting gears.
n The driver of the towed car should ensure that the tow rope is always taught.
n The ignition of the towed car should be
switched on so that the steering wheel is
not blocked and the turn signal lights, the
windscreen wipers, horn, lights and other
electrical components can be switched on.
n As the brake servo unit only operates
when the engine is running, note that sufficiently greater force is required to depress
the brake pedal when the engine is not running and the steering is also much more
difficult to operate.
For technical reasons, it is not possible
to tow-start a car fitted with an automatic
gearbox.
In the event of a defect in the gearbox,
your vehicle no longer contains lubricant, the car must be towed with the
driving wheels lifted or on a special
transporter or trailer.
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Additional points for the driver of the towed vehicle to note during tow-starting:
n Before starting to tow the car, engage
3rd or 4th gear, depress clutch pedal and
hold. The ignition should be switched on.
n Once both vehicles are moving, release
the clutch pedal.
n As soon as the engine has started, depress clutch pedal and take the car out of
gear to avoid running into the towing vehicle.
n If your car is fitted with a catalytic converter, the engine must not be started by
towing the car over a distance of more
than 50 m (150 ft) if the catalytic converter is warm otherwise uncombusted
fuel may get into the catalytic converter
and cause damage.
Pay attention to the following points if
towing a car fitted with an automatic
gearbox:
n Move the shift lever into position „N“.
n The maximum towing speed is 50 km/h
(30 mph).
n The maximum towing distance is 50 km
(30 miles)!
If the car has to be towed over a greater
distance, the front wheels should be raised
clear of the ground.
The gear oil pump does not operate when
the engine is not running; consequently, the
gearbox is not sufficiently lubricated when
running at high speeds and over lengthy
distances.
n If the car is towed by a tow truck, the front
wheels should always be raised clear of the
ground.
If the rear wheels are raised clear of the
ground, the drive shafts will rotate in the
opposite direction. As a result, the gears in
the automatic gearbox will run at such high
speeds that the gearbox could suffer severe damage within a short time.
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TECHNICAL DATA
Vehicle identification data
The vehicle identification number
(chassis number)
The sticker contains the following vehicle
data:
1 - Vehicle identification number
2 - Vehicle model
3 - Engine output/Gearbox/
Engine code letters/Gearbox code
letters
Paint number/Interior equipment
number
4 - Optional equipment number.
is stamped in the rear cross panel of the
engine compartment. It is visible through a
window in the plenum chamber cover.
This number is also shown in the left corner of the windscreen.
The engine number
is stamped on the engine block.
Identification plate
The vehicle data are also stated in the Service Schedule.
is located in the front of the engine compartment at the left suspension strut dome.
Vehicle data sticker
Homologation plate*
is located below the floor covering of the
luggage compartment.
is located on the front lock panel.
Vehicles for certain countries are not provided with a homologation plate.
Sticker on fuel filler flap
A sticker is affixed to the inside of the fuel
filler flap, and contains the following information:
- approved fuel specification
- tyre inflation pressures
- tyre sizes.
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ALPHABETICAL INDEX
A
ABS, 79, 116
Accessories, 154
Adjusting steering column, 62
Adjusting,
- Seat belt height, 20
- Seats,
Air conditioning - automatic, 97
Air conditioning, 93
Air outlet vents, 91, 94
Airbag, 23
Alarm, 13
Anti-theft alarm system, 13
Anti-theft lock for wheels, 159
Ashtrays, 108
Audible signal, 65
Automatic car wash plants, 124
Automatic gearbox, 57
Automatic wipe/wash, 90
B
Battery - charging, 140
Battery - recharging, 80
Battery, 140
Beverage holder, 105
Beverages, 105
Bonnet, 129
- Closing, 129
- Opening, 129
Brake Assist, 115
Brake fluid, 138
Brake pads, 77
Brake servo unit, 115
Brake system, 79
Brakes, 79, 114, 115, 138
Bulb - changing, 162
Bulbs, 78, 162
C
Car care, 123
Car tool kit, 155
Cavity protection, 128
CD, 48
Central locking,
- Unlocking individual doors, 8
Child safety lock, 8
Cigarette lighter, 107
Climatronic, 97
Clock, 69
Convenience system, 10, 16, 104
Coolant level, 137, 138
Coolant temperature, 67
Coolant, 136, 137
Cooling system, 136
D
Data sticker, 173
Diesel engines, 64
Diesel fuel, 122
Digital clock, 65
Disc wheels, 127
- Light-alloy wheels, 127
- Steel wheels, 127
Do-it-yourself, 155
Door, bonnet and window seals, 126
Doors, 8
Driving abroad, 152
Driving economically and in environmentally friendly way, 112
Dust and pollen filter, 146
E
EDL, 79, 116
Engine - starting, 63
Engine - switching off, 65
Engine electronics, 76, 78
Engine oil - changing, 135
Engine oil, 132
- Specification, 132
ESP, 82
Exterior rear-view mirrors, 17
- electrically adjustable, 17
F
Fault display, 69
Filter preheater, 123
First-aid box, 155
Fog lights, 81
Four-wheel drive models, 126
Fresh air system, 96
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Multifunction steering wheel, 90
Front airbag, 23
Fuel consumption, 112
Fuel injection engines, 64
Fuel level, 68, 77
Fuel, 122
Fuses, 160
4x4 models, 43, 126
Interior equipment, 5
Interior lights, 105
Interlock, 21
Isofix system, 35
N
K
O
Keys, 6
H
L
Handbrake, 52
Handsfree system, 54
Hazard warning light system, 81
Head restraints, 38
- Adjusting head restraint, 38
- Adjusting height, 38
Headlight beam adjustment, 84
Headlights - masking over, 152
Heating system, 90
Horn, 5, 85
Hydraulic fluid, 135
Lap belt, 21
Lights, 80
- Changing a bulb, 84, 159
- Turn signal light, 85
- Warning lights, 75
Locking the car, 8
Low beam, 82
Luggage compartment cover (Estate), 48
Luggage compartment cover, 46
Luggage compartment lighting, 167
Luggage compartment, 11, 47
Luggage net, 48
Luggage partition, 50
Lumbar support, 40
Odometer, 68
Oil consumption, 113
Oil, 77
I
Ignition lock, 62
- Steering lock, 62
Immobiliser, 7
Increased loading area (Estate), 49
Indicators, 57
Information display, 72
Instrument lighting, 80
Instruments, 67
Navigation system, 74
M
Manual gearbox, 57
Mobile phone, 54, 153
Mobile phones and two-way radio sets, 153
Modifications and replacement parts, 156
Multifunction display (MFD), 69
P
Paint damage, 125
Parking light, 85
Parking ticket, 109
Pedals, 52
Plastic and synthetic leather parts, 126
Polishing the car, 125
Power sliding/tilting roof, 103
Power windows, 15
Power-assisted steering, 135
Power-operated seats, 40
Preglow system (diesel), 62, 64
Preglowing, 76
Preservation of car, 125
R
Reading light, 168
Rear-view mirrors, 16
Recirculated air mode, 90, 93
Refuelling the car, 83, 121
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Remote control, 12
- Replacing the code, 12, 14
Replacement parts, 154
Retaining eyes, 48
Rev counter, 69
Ribbed V-belt, 144
Roof rack, 109
Running in the car, 111
S
Safe lock, 9
Seat - adjusting, 39
Seat belt tensioners, 22
Seat belts, 18
Seat heater, 83
Seat height, 40
Seats, 39, 45
Service interval display, 68
Shift pattern, 53
Shifting gears, 57
Side airbag, 28
Side lights, 80
Snow chains, 151
Socket 12 V, 107
Spare wheel, 156
Spark plugs, 144
Spectacles, 109
Speedometer, 68
Steering wheel, 5, 62, 88
Storage compartment, 107
Sun visors, 104
Switching from high beam to low beam, 87
T
TCS, 79, 83
Temperature display, 71
The first 1500 kilometers/1000 miles, 111
Towing a trailer, 118
Towing eyes, 172
Towing the car, 173
Tow-starting the car, 173
Transporting children,
- Safety of children, 31
Turn signal lights, 75
Two-way radio sets, 153
Tyres, 148
Washing the car, 124
Wheels, 147, 156
Window heater, 81
Windows - demisting, 81, 91, 94
Windows, 125
Windscreen washer system, 89, 145
Windscreen wiper blades, 146
Windscreen wipers, 89, 145
Winter tyres, 151
U
Underbody protection, 128
V
Vehicle data sticker, 173
Vehicle identification number, 173
W
Warning lights, 75
Warning triangle, 1515
Washing car by hand, 125
Washing car with high-pressure
cleaners, 125
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Škoda Auto is constantly developing all its models. We trust you will understand that changes to models in terms of shape, equipment
and engineering may be introduced at any time. No legal claims can therefore be derived from the data, illustrations and descriptions
contained in the Owner’s Manual.
Reprint, reproduction or translation, either in whole or in part, is not permitted without the written consent of Škoda Auto.
The Škoda Auto expressly reserves all rights relating to copyright laws.
Subject to change.
Published by ŠKODA AUTO a. s.
© ŠKODA AUTO a. s. 2003
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OCTAVIA - ENVIRONMENT FRIENDLY VEHICLE
Reduced noise
Reduced fuel
consumption
For surface treatment water
based materials were used
Minimum fuel
leakage during
accidents
High recycling capability of materials
used and their easy
dismantling
Plastic parts identification according to
VDA 260
Production without
cadmium and asbestos
Emission regulations fulfilled with high redundancy
Cavity protection without
using solvents
The noise level and wear and tear are also influenced by how you personally handle your vehicle. This Owner ´s Manual tells you how to drive
Please also refer to all the texts identified with a
` in this Owner ´s Manual.
Make your contribution - for the sake of
the environment.
Návod k obsluze
Octavia anglicky 08.03
S63.5610.31.20
1U0 012 003 FH
www.skoda-auto.com
S63.5610.31.20
The fuel consumption of your Škoda - and thus
the level of pollutants contained in the exhaust
- is also determined by how you drive.
your Škoda to achieve the minimum impact on
the environment, and how to save money at
the same time. Look up „Environment“ in the
Index to find out more.
Octavia anglicky 08.03
How you can contribute to a cleaner environment
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