2005 SKODA OCTAVIA heater

Heating and air conditioning system 119
Using the systemSafetyDriving TipsGeneral MaintenanceBreakdown assistanceTechnical Data
Heating and air conditioning system
Heating
Using the system
The heating system delivers air into the interior of the
vehicle and warms it as required.
Fig. 116 Heating: Controls
Setting temperature
– Turn the control dial ⇒fig. 116 to the right in order to
increase the temperature.
– Turn the control dial to the left in order to increase the temperature. Controlling blower
– Turn the blower switch into one of the positions, 1 to 4, in
order to switch the blower on.
– Turn the blower switch into position 0 in order to switch the blower off.
– Pressing button causes the recirculating air system ⇒
to be switched on.
Control for air distribution
– You can adjust the direction of the inlet air flow ⇒page 122
using air distribution regulator .
Rear window heater
– Press button . Further information ⇒ page 72, “Rear window
heater”.
Auxiliary heating
– Press the button in order to directly switch on/off the auxil- iary heating (auxiliary heating and ventilation). Further infor-
mation ⇒page 134, “Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and
ventilation)*”.
The air inlet in front of the windscreen must be free of ice, snow or leaves
in order to ensure that the heating and ventilation systems operate prop-
erly.AA
AA
AB
AB
A1
AC
A2
A3
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Heating and air conditioning system
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Using the system
Fig. 119 Climatic: Controls
Setting temperature
– Turn the control dial ⇒fig. 119 to the right in order to
increase the temperature.
– Turn the control dial to the left in order to increase the temperature.
Controlling blower
– Turn the blower switch into one of the positions, 1 to 4, in order to switch the blower on.
– Turn the blower switch into position 0 in order to switch the blower off.
– Pressing button - causes the recirculating air system ⇒page 126 to be switched on. Control for air distribution
– You can adjust the direction of the inlet air flow
⇒page 127
using air distribution regulator .
switching cooling on and off
– Press the button ⇒fig. 119 . The warning light lights up
in the button.
– When you again press the switch , the cooling system is switched off. The warning light in the button goes out.
Rear window heater
– Press button . Further information ⇒page 72.
Auxiliary heating
– Press the button in order to directly switch on/off the auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and ventilation. Further
information ⇒page 134, “Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating
and ventilation)*”.
The set temperature will be automatically maintained other than
when the control dial is on the extreme right or extreme left position:
Extreme right position - full heating
Extreme left position - full cooling
The blower should aways be on to prevent the windows from misting up.
Note
•The whole heat output will be needed to unfrost the windscreen and
side windows. No warm air will be fed to the footwell. This can lead to
restriction of the heating comfort.
AA
AA
AB
AB
A3
AC
ACA1
AC
A2
A4
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Heating and air conditioning system
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Overview of the controls
The controls enable a separate setting of the temperature
for the left and right side.
Fig. 122 Climatronic: Controls
The displays
The selected interior temperature for the left side, here: +21 °C
The buttons Air flow to head

Recirculated air mode 
Air flow to the windows 
Air flow in the footwell 
The displaysThe selected interior temperature for the right side, here: +23 °C
Buttons / control dial Setting of the temperature for the left side.
Rear window heater
⇒page 72
Defrosting the windscreen

Control dial for:
− Setting of blower speed and
− Switching off the Climatronic
Button for direct switching on/off of auxiliary heating* ⇒page 134
Setting of the temperature for the right side.
Button for switching off cooling system
Automatic mode
Note
The interior temperature sensor is located in the centre of the control dial
for blower speed . Do not glue or cover over the sensor, otherwise it
could have an unfavourable effect on the Climatronic.
Automatic mode
The automatic mode is used in order to maintain a
constant temperature and to demist the windows in the
interior of the car.
Switching automatic mode on
– Set a temperature between +16 °C (60 °F) and +29,5 °C (85 °F).
– Move the air outlet vents 2 and 3 ⇒ page 133, fig. 123 so that
the air flow is directed slightly upwards.
A1
A2
A3
A4
A5
A6
A7
A8
A9
A10
A11
A12
A13ECON
A14
A10
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Close air outlet vents
– Turn the vertical thumbwheel into the end position.
Redirecting air flow
– Swivel upward or downward the gril le of the vents in order to
change the direction of the air flow using the vertically
arranged thumbwheel.
– Turn the horizontal thumbwheel on the vent to the right or left in order to change the air flow to the appropriate side.
You can control the air distribution to the air outlet vents via the buttons of
the operating part of the Climatronic ⇒page 130. Air outlet vents 3, 4
⇒ page 133, fig. 123 and 6 ⇒ page 133, fig. 124 can also be opened or
closed individually.
The air outlet vents 6 are only fitted on vehicles with higher centre
console.
Note
The air outlet vents 2 ensure in the ventilation and cooling mode for a
comfortable (no-draught) ventilation of the interior of the vehicle, also if the
air outlet vents 4 are closed.
Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and
ventilation)*
Description
The auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and ventilation)
heats or supplies the interior of the vehicle with fresh air
independent of the engine.
Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating )
The auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating) functions in connection with the
heater or with the Climatic or Climatronic.
It can be used when stationary, when engine is switched off for preheating
of the vehicle as well as while driving (e.g. during the heating phase of the
engine).
The auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating) warms up the coolant during the
combustion of fuel from the vehicle tank. The coolant warms up the air,
which (if the blower speed is not set to zero) flows into the occupant
compartment.
6)
Auxiliary ventilation
The auxiliary ventilation enables fresh air to flow into the vehicle interior
by switching on the blower, if the blower speed is not set to zero, whereby
the interior temperature is effectively decreased (e.g. with a vehicle
parked in the sun).
6)However the coolant does not warm up the engine.
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Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle
236
Chrome parts
First clean the chrome parts with a damp clotch and then polish them with
a soft, dry cloth. If it does not prove to be adequate, use a chrome care
product from Škoda original accessories.
Caution
Do not polish the chrome parts in a dusty environment, otherwise they can
be scratched.
Paint damage
Slight damage to paintwork such as scratches, scuffs or traces of chip
damage must be touched up immediately with paint (Škoda painting pen)
before any corrosion can result. You can of course have this work carried
out by a Škoda dealer.
Škoda dealers have a range of matching touch-up pens or spray cans
available in the colour of your vehicle.
The paint number of the original paintwork of your vehicle is indicated on
the vehicle data sticker ⇒page 303.
Any corrosion which has already have formed must be removed thor-
oughly. Apply a corrosion protection primer and then the paint to the
affected point. You can of course have this work carried out by a Škoda
dealer.
Plastic parts
External plastic parts are cleaned by normal washing. Plastic parts and
synthetic leather can also be treated with special solvent-free plastic
cleaning agents if a damp cloth is not sufficient. Paint care products are
not suitable for plastic parts.
Caution
Solvent-free cleaners attack the material and can damage it.
Windows
Only use a plastic ice scraper for removing snow and ice from the
windows and mirrors. You should not move the ice scraper forward and
backward but in one direction on the window which you are cleaning in
order to avoid any damage to the surface of the glass.
You can best remove residues of rubber, oil, grease, wax or silicone by
using a special window cleaner or a special silicone remover.
You should also clean the windows regularly from the inside.
Do not use window leathers which you have used to polish the vehicle
body to dry off the windows. Residues of preservatives in the window
leather can dirty the window and reduce visibility.
Do not affix any stickers over the inside of the rear window to avoid
damage to the heating elements of the rear window heater .
We recommend using a preservative from Škoda genuine accessories
offered by your Škoda dealer.
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Fuses and light bulbs293
Using the systemSafetyDriving TipsGeneral MaintenanceBreakdown assistanceTechnical Data
Fuse assignment in the dash panel
Certain electrical components are only standard on certain vehicle model
versions or only suppliable as optional equipment for certain models.
No.Power consumerAmperes
1Diagnostic socket10
2Control unit for ABS, ESP5
3Airbag5
4Heating, Air conditioning system, Reversing lights5
5Control unit for headlamp beam adjustment 5
6Instrument cluster, Control unit for automatic
gearbox, Control unit for electromechanical
power steering 5
7Telephone preinstallation 5
8Towing device5
Fig. 221 Schematic
representation of the
fuse carrier in the dash
panel
9Not assigned
10Not assigned
11Parking aid5
12Central locking control unit10
13Diagnostic socket, Light switch, Brake light10
14Control unit for automatic gearbox, Selector lever
lock 5
15Central control unit - interior lights7,5
16Climatronic10
17Not assigned
18Parking aid5
19Not assigned
20Uphill-Start off-Assist5
21Not assigned
22Air blower for Climatronic40
23Front power window30
24Cigarette lighter25
25Rear window heater, Auxiliary heater25
26Power socket in the luggage compartment20
27Fuel pump relay15
28Not assigned
29Engine control unit, Crankcase ventilation heater10
30Injection valves (diesel engine)10
No.Power consumerAmperes
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Index309
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Polishing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235
Power steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219
Warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Power windows Buttons on the driver's door . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Central locking system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Operational problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Switches in front passenger door and in rear doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
R
Rear fog light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Rear window Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Rear window heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Rear-view mirror Exterior mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Interior rear-view mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Recharge battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260
Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245
Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Synchronisation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Replacing fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288
Replacing the wiper blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Roof aerial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234
Running in the car . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221
S
Safe securing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Safety instructions Engine compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
Safety wheel bolts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281
Saving electrical energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223
Seat belt height adjuster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
Seat belt warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183, 188 Belt tensioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
fasten . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Height adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
taking off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Selector lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150, 157
Selector lever positions . . . . . . . . . . . . 150, 157
Selector lever-emergency unlocking . . . . . . 154
Selector lever-emergency unlocking (DSG) 162
Service Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Service Interval Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Setting temperature Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Setting the clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Shifting of gears . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Side airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Snow chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269 Spare wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Stability system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213
Starting engine
after fuel tank has run empty . . . . . . . . . 141
Petrol engines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Starting the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Diesel engines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Steering Driver-steering recommendation . . . . . . 216
Steering force assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219
Storage compartment Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Storage compartments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Storage facilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Sun screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Sun visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Switching lights on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Switching off the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
T
Taking care of your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233
TCS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215 Warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Temperature Outside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Temporary spare wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275
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