2004 SKODA OCTAVIA TOUR light

80CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENTAfter 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 cli-
mate is achieved as rapidly as possible in
the car.
That is why this setting should only be al-
tered if you so wish for your own personal
well-being.
Arrangement of air vents - refer to page 83.
Operating the Climatronic systemAfter the ignition is switched on, the sys-
tem operates in the automatic mode. The
positions 2, 3 , 7 and 8 then appear in the
display panel.
The Climatronic maintains the selected in-
terior temperature in the car fully automati-
cally.
This is done by automatically changing the
temperature of the air flowing out of the
vents as well as the blower speed (air quan-
tity) 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 se-
lected functions remain stored perma-
nently. Only the „recirculated air mode“
function is cancelled 20 minutes after the
ignition is switched off.
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.
Notes on automatic mode (AUTO)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 be-
tween +18 °C (64 °F) and +29 °C (86 °F).
The system automatically controls the tem-
perature within this range.
If a temperature below 18 °C (64 °F) is se-
lected, „LO“ appears in the display. If a tem-
perature higher than 29 °C (86 °F) is se-
lected, „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 func-
tions 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 inten-
tional 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.

86CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENTConvenience systemWhen the car is locked, the roof can be
closed as follows:

Turn key into lock position (driver or pas-
senger door) and hold until the roof is
closed. The closing operation is immedi-
ately 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 in-
formation.
Emergency operationIf the system is faulty, the sliding/tilting roof
can be closed manually:

Use a screwdriver to carefully remove
the plastic cover.

Take crank handle out of its fixture, in-
sert fully into the opening and close or open
sliding/tilting roof.

Insert crank handle into its fixture again
and fit on the plastic cover.
Sun visorsThe large sun visors can be taken out of
the side fixtures and swivelled toward the
doors. The small sun visor above the inte-
rior 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.

87
CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT
Storage compartment on the
front passenger sideTo open the lid, raise handle and pull lid
open.
An additional key is provided with the car
for a lockable stowage compartment*.Warning
For safety reasons, the lid of the sto-
wage compartment should always
remain closed when driving.
Interior lightsInterior light (A)Door contact switching mechanism (on
the front and rear door*)

Press the switch A to the right into posi-
tion
.


On the version without reading lights press
the switch A into the middle position
.
Switching the interior light on

Press the switch A to the left into posi-
tion
.
Switching the interior light on

Press the switch A into the middle posi-
tion O.

On the version without reading lights
press the switch A to the right, the symbol
O appears.
Beverage holder*The beverage holder moves out and opens
after it is pressed in the direction of the ar-
row.
It is intended for holding beverage cans or
cups with a capacity of 0.33 ltr or 0.5 ltr.

88CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENTNoteInterior lights with off time delay* remain on
for a few seconds after the doors are closed.On models fitted with central locking, the
interior light remains on for about 20 sec-
onds when the car is unlocked, a door is
opened or the ignition key is removed pro-
vided the switch is in the door contact po-
sition.
On an open door, the interior light is
switched off after 60 minutes, in order to
avoid discharging the battery.Reading light (B)*Press the switch B, in order to switch the
reading light on or off - see illustration on
page 87.
Interior light (rear)*The interior light is switched on and off by
pressing on the recess in the lens.
Front door warning light*The light always comes on when the front
door is opened.
Note

If the door is left open for a lengthy time,
this can cause the battery to discharge.

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 dis-
charging the battery

89
CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT
Cigarette lighter, socketThe 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 con-
sumption of up to 180 watts. If the engine
is not running, however, the battery is dis-
charged.
Luggage compartment socket
(Estate)The socket is located in the left of the lug-
gage compartment.
It complies with the DIN-ISO Standard 4165
and must only be used for connecting ap-
proved 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 enti-
tled „Accessories“ on page 159.
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 com-
partment. If the tailgate of the luggage com-
partment remains open for longer than 30
minutes, the luggage compartment light will
automatically switch off.

90CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT
AshtraysFront ashtray*The ashtray is located below the fold-open
lid. It is opened by pressing on the bottom
part of the lid.
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.
Rear ashtray*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!

94SAFETYBefore setting offThe driver is always fully responsible for
his occupants and for the operating
safety of the vehicle.
For your own safety and the safety of the
people travelling with you, please pay at-
tention to the following points before set-
ting off:

Ensure that the lighting and the turn sig-
nal system are functioning properly.

Inspect the tyre inflation pressure.

Ensure that all the windows offer a good
visibility to the outside.

Safely attach the items of luggage - see
page 27.

Ensure that no objects can obstruct the
pedal.

Adjust the mirror, the front seat and the
head restraint to match your body size.

Point out to your occupants that the head
restraints must be adjusted to match their
body size.

Protect the children in suitable child
seats with correctly fastened seat belts -
see page 111.

Adopt the correct seated position. Also
inform your occupants to adopt the correct
seated position.

Fasten the seat belt correctly. Also in-
form your occupants to properly fasten the
seat belts - see page 98.
What influences the driving safety?The driving safety is primarily deter-
mined by the style of driving and the
personal behaviour of all the occupants.
The driver is fully responsible for himself
and his occupants. If your driving safety is
effected, you place yourself and the oncom-
ing traffic at risk. Please refer to the follow-
ing guidelines.

Do not get distracted from concentrat-
ing on the traffic situation, e.g. by your oc-
cupants or mobile phone calls.

Never drive when your driving ability is
impaired, e.g. through medication, alcohol,
drugs.

Keep to the traffic regulations and the
permissible speed limit.

Adjust the driving speed at all times to
the road condition as well as to the traffic
and weather conditions.

Take regular breaks on long journeys -
at the latest every two hours.
Correct seated position for the driverCorrect seated position for the driver is
important for safe and relaxed driving.
For your own safety as well as to reduce
the risk of injury in the event of an accident,
we recommend the following setting.

Adjust the steering wheel so that the dis-
tance between the steering wheel and your
chest is at least 25 cm - see illustration.

Position the driver seat in the forward/
back direction so that you are able to press
the pedals with your legs at a slight angle.Correct seated position

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SAFETY

Adjust the backrest so that you are able
to reach the highest point of the steering
wheel with your arms at a slight angle.

Adjust the head restraint so that the top
edge of the head restraint is at the same
level as the upper part of your head - see
illustration.

Fasten the seat belt correctly - see page
100.
Driver seat adjustment - see page 19. Warning


The front seats and the head re-
straints must always be adjusted to
match the body size of the seat oc-
cupant. The seat belts must always
be correctly fastened in order to pro-
vide an optimal protection for you
and your occupants.


The driver must maintain a distance
of at least 25 cm to the steering wheel -
see illustration on page 94.
If you do not maintain this minimum
distance, the airbag system will not
be able to protect you - hazard!

When driving, hold the steering
wheel with both hands firmly on the
outer edge in the 9 o’clock and 3
o’clock position.
Never hold the steering wheel firmly
in the 12 o’clock position or in an-
other way (e.g. in the middle of the
steering wheel or at the inner steer-
ing wheel edge).

When driving, the backrests must
not be angled too far back, otherwise
this will affect proper operation of the
seat belts and of the airbag system -
risk of injury!
Correct seated position for the
front passengerThe front passenger must maintain a
distance of at least 25 cm from the dash
panel so that the airbag offers the great-
est possible safety when an airbag is
deployed.
For the safety of the front passenger and
to reduce the risk of injury in the event of
an accident, we recommend the following
setting:

Adjust the front passenger seat as far
as possible to the rear.

Adjust the head restraint so that the top
edge of the head restraint is at the same
level as the upper part of your head - see
illustration on page 95.

Fasten the seat belt correctly - see page
100.
In exceptional cases the front passenger
airbag can be deactivated - see page 107.
Front passenger seat adjustment - see
page 19.