Inspecting and replenishing 155
Fuel 155
Engine compartment 158
Vehicle battery 165
Wheels and Tyres 170
Tyres 170
Accessories, changes and replacement of parts 177
Introductory information 177
Changes and impairments of the airbag
system 177
Do-it-yourself
Do-it-yourself 178
First-aid kit and warning triangle 178
Fire extinguisher 178
Vehicle tool kit 179
Changing a wheel 179
Breakdown kit 182
Jump-starting 185
Towing the vehicle 186
Fuses and light bulbs 189
Fuses 189
Bulbs 191
Technical data
Technical data 197
Introductory information 197
Data on the vehicle data sticker and the type
plate 197
Dimensions 198
Specifications and engine oil capacity 200
Vehicle-specific information depending on
engine type 201
Multi-purpose vehicles (AF) 207 Index
4 Table of Contents
The following is displayed in the information display:
Gearbox overheated. Stop! Owner's man.!
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and wait until the symbol disappears -
risk of gearbox damage! You can continue your journey as soon as the symbol dis-
appears.
Problem with the engine oil pressure
If the symbol is shown in the information display, you must have your vehicle
checked immediately by a
ŠKODA specialist garage. The information about the
maximum permissible engine speed is displayed together with this symbol. WARNING
If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning
light system » page 44. Note
As long as the operational faults are not rectified, the symbols are always indica-
ted again. After they are displayed for the first time, the symbols continue to be
indicated without any extra messages for the driver. ÐWarning lights
Overview
The warning lights show certain functions/faults and may be accompanied by au-
dible signals.
Handbrake
» page 19
Brake system
» page 19
Seat belt warning light
» page 19
Generator
» page 20
Open door
» page 20
Coolant temperature/coolant level
» page 20
Bonnet
» page 20
Boot lid
» page 21
Engine oil
» page 21
Electromechanical power steering
» page 21
Traction control (TCS)
» page 21
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
» page 22
Antilock brake system (ABS)
» page 22
Rear fog light
» page 22
Bulb failure
» page 22
Exhaust inspection system
» page 22
Glow plug system (diesel engine)
» page 23
EPC fault light (petrol engine)
» page 23
Diesel particle filter (diesel engine)
» page 23
Fuel reserve
» page 23
Airbag system
» page 24£18
Using the system
If the warning light
comes on immediately after starting the engine, the ASR
can be switched off for technical reasons. Switch the ignition off and on again. If
the warning light does not light up after you switch the engine back on, the ASR
is fully functional again.
If the warning light lights up, there is a fault in the ASR.
The following is displayed in the information display: Error: traction control (ASR)
Seek help from a
ŠKODA specialist garage.
Further information » page 96, Traction control system (TCS) .Note
If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the warning light comes on after switching on the ignition. The warning light should go out after
driving a short distance. ÐElectronic Stability Control (ESC)
The warning light flashes to show that the ESC is currently operating.
If the warning light comes on immediately after you start the engine, the ESC
might be switched off due to technical reasons. Switch the ignition off and on
again. If the warning light does not light up after you switch the engine back on,
the ESR is fully functional again.
If the warning light lights up, there is a fault in the ESC.
The following is displayed in the information display: Error: Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.
Further information » page 95, Stabilisation Control (ESC) .Note
If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the warning light comes on after switching on the ignition. The warning light must go out after
driving a short distance. Ð Antilock brake system (ABS)
If the warning light lights up, there is a fault in the ABS.
The following is displayed in the information display: Error: ABS
The vehicle will only be braked by the normal brake system without the ABS.
Seek help from a
ŠKODA specialist garage.
Further information » page 96, Antilock brake system (ABS) . WARNING
■ If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning
light system » page 44.
■ If the warning light is displayed simultaneously with warning light ,
do not continue your journey!
Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.
■ A fault to the ABS system or the braking system can increase the vehicle's
braking distance - risk of accident! Ð The rear fog light
The warning light comes on when the rear fog lights are operating » page 43.Ð Bulb failure
The warning light comes on if a bulb is faulty:
› within 2 seconds of the ignition being switched on;
› when switching on the defective light bulb.
The following is displayed in the information display: Check front-right dipped beam! Ð Exhaust inspection system
If the warning light lights up, there is a fault in the exhaust inspection system.
The engine control unit allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode. £
22 Using the system
Headlight beam adjustment
Fig. 26
Dash panel: Lights and visibility
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 39.
Turn the control dial
» Fig. 26 to the desired width of illumination.
Settings
The positions correspond approximately to the following car load. Front seats occupied, boot empty.
All seats occupied, boot empty.
All seats occupied, boot loaded.
Driver seat occupied, boot loaded. CAUTION
Always adjust the headlight range adjustment in such a way that:
■ it does not dazzle other road users, especially oncoming traffic;
■ and the range is sufficient for safe driving. Note
■ We recommend you adjust the headlight beam when the low beam is switched
on. ■ Headlights fitted with Xenon bulbs adapt automatically to the load and driving
state of the vehicle (e.g. accelerating, braking) when the ignition is switched on
and when driving. Vehicles which are equipped with Xenon bulbs do not have a
manual headlight range adjustment control. Ð
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1
2
3 Switches for the hazard warning light system
Fig. 27
Dash panel: Switch for hazard
warning lights
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 39.
›
Press switch
» Fig. 27 to switch the hazard warning light system on or off.
All the turn signal lights on the vehicle flash at the same time when the hazard
warning light system is switched on. The warning light for the turn signals and
the warning light in the switch also flash at the same time. The hazard warning
light system can also be operated if the ignition is switched off.
The hazard warning light system is switched on automatically if an airbag is de-
ployed in the event of an accident. Note
The hazard warning light system must be switched on if, for example:
■ you encounter a traffic congestion;
■ your vehicle breaks down or an emergency situation occurs. Ð
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44 Using the system
Turn signal and main beam lever
Fig. 28
Turn signal and main beam lever
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 39.
The parking light and headlight flasher are also operated with the turn signal and
main beam lever.
Right and left turn signal light
› Push the lever upwards A
» Fig. 28
or downwards B
.
› If you only wish to flash three times (the "convenience turn signal"), briefly
push the lever to the upper or lower pressure point and release again. This fea-
ture can be activated/deactivated via the information display » page 15.
› Turn signal for changing lanes - to only flash briefly, move the lever up or down
to the pressure point and hold it in this position.
Main beam
› Switch on the low beam.
› Push the lever away from the steering wheel in the direction of arrow C
(spring-tensioned position).
› The main beam is switched off by pulling the lever towards the steering wheel
(spring-tensioned position) in the direction of arrow D
.
Headlight flasher
› Pull the lever towards the steering wheel (spring-tensioned position) in the di-
rection of arrow D
- the main beam and warning light
in the instrument clus-
ter come on.
Parking light
Description of the operation » page 41
ä CAUTION
Only use the main beam or the headlight flasher if other road users will not be
dazzled. Note
■ The turn signal system only operates when the ignition is switched on. The cor-
responding warning light or in the instrument cluster also flashes.
■ The turn signal is automatically cancelled after negotiating a curve.
■ The warning light flashes at twice its normal rate if a bulb for the turn signal
light fails. Ð Interior light
Interior lighting - version 1
Fig. 29
Interior lighting - version 1
Switching on › Press switch A
» Fig. 29 towards the edge of the light, the symbol
appears.
Switching off
› Press the switch A
»
Fig. 29
in the middle position O.
Operating with the door contact switch
› Press switch A
» Fig. 29 towards the middle of the light, the symbol
ap-
pears.
Reading lights
› Press switch B
» Fig. 29 to switch the reading lights on or off.
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45
Lights and visibility
If operating lights with the door contact switch is enabled (switch A
is in position
), the light will come on when:
› the vehicle is unlocked;
› one of the doors is opened;
› or the ignition key is removed.
If operating lights with the door contact switch is enabled (switch A
is in position
), the light will turn off when:
› the vehicle is locked;
› the ignition is switched on;
› about 30 seconds after all the doors have been closed.
If a door remains open, or if the switch A
is in the position
, the interior light
goes out after 10
minutes to prevent the battery from discharging. Note
We recommend having these bulbs replaced by a ŠKODA specialist garage. ÐInterior lighting - version 2
Fig. 30
Interior lighting - version 2
Switching on
› Press the switch into position
» Fig. 30.
Switching off
› Press the switch into position
O » Fig. 30.
Operating with the door contact switch
› Press the switch into position
» Fig. 30.
The same principles apply for interior lighting version 2 as for » page 45, Interior
lighting - version 1 . Ð Illuminated storage compartment on front passenger side
› When opening the flap of the storage compartment on the front passenger
side the lighting in the storage compartment comes on.
› The light switches on automatically when the parking light is switched on and
goes out when the flap is closed. Ð Front door warning light
Fig. 31
Front door: Warning light
The warning light is located in the lower door trim panel » Fig. 31.
The warning light goes on every time the door is opened. The light goes out
about 10 minutes after opening the door in order to avoid discharging the battery
of the vehicle.
There is a reflector installed on some vehicles instead of the warning light. Ð Entry lighting
The lighting is positioned on the bottom edge of the exterior mirror.
The light beam is directed towards the entry area of the front door.
The light comes on after the doors have been locked or on opening the boot lid.
The light goes out after switching on the ignition or within 30
seconds of closing
all of the doors and the boot lid.
If a door or the boot lid remains open, the light goes out within 2 minutes if the
ignition is switched off. £
46 Using the system
Improper handling of the vehicle battery can cause damage. We therefore recom-
mend that any work on the vehicle battery is carried out by a
ŠKODA Service Part-
ner.
There is a risk of injuries, scalding, accidents and burns when carrying out any
work on the battery and on the electrical system. For this reason, it is essential to
comply with the warning instructions stated below and with the general applica-
ble rules of safety. WARNING
■ The battery acid is strongly corrosive and must, therefore, be handled with
the greatest of care. Always wear protective gloves, eye and skin protection
when handling the vehicle battery. Corrosive fumes in the air irritate the air
passages and lead to conjunctivitis and inflammation of the air passages in
the lungs. They corrode tooth enamel. After contact with the skin, the acid
creates deep wounds which take a long time to heal. Repeated contact with
diluted acids causes skin diseases (inflammations, ulcers, slin cracks). Acids
coming into contact with water are diluted accompanied by significant devel-
opment of heat.
■ Do not tilt the battery otherwise battery electrolyte may flow out of the bat-
tery vent openings. Protect the eyes with safety glasses or a shield! There is
the danger of suffering blindness! If any battery electrolyte comes into con-
tact with your eyes, rinse the relevant eye immediately with clear water for
several minutes. Then consult a doctor immediately. ■ Splashes of acid on your skin or clothes should be neutralised as soon as
possible using soap suds and then rinsed with plenty of water. If acid was
swallowed, seek immediate medical attention.
■ Keep children away from the vehicle battery.
■ When you charge a battery, hydrogen is released, and a highly explosive gas
mixture is also produced. An explosion can be caused through sparkling over
during unclamping or loosening of the cable plug while the ignition is on.
■ Bridging of the poles will create a short circuit (e.g. through metal objects,
cables). Possible consequences of a short circuit: Melting of lead struts, explo-
sion and burning of the battery, jets of acid spurting out.
■ It is prohibited to work with a naked flame and light, to smoke or to carry
out any activities which produce sparks. Avoid creating sparks when working
with cables and electrical devices. Strong sparking represents a risk of injury. WARNING (Continued)
■ Before carrying out any work on the electrical system, switch off the engine,
the ignition and all of the electrical components and disconnect the negative
terminal (-) on the battery. If you wish to replace a bulb it suffices to switch off
the relevant light.
■ Never charge a frozen or thawed vehicle battery - risk of explosion and
caustic burns! Replace a frozen vehicle battery.
■ Never jump-start vehicle batteries with an electrolyte level that is too low -
risk of explosion and caustic burns!
■ Never use a damaged vehicle battery - risk of explosion! Replace a damaged
vehicle battery immediately. CAUTION
■ The vehicle battery must only be disconnected if the ignition is switched off,
otherwise the vehicle's electrical system (electronic components) can be dam-
aged. When disconnecting the battery from the electrical system, first of all dis-
connect the negative terminal
(-) of the battery. Then disconnect the positive ter-
minal (+).
■ When connecting the battery to the electrical system, first connect the positive
terminal (+) of the battery. Then connect the negative terminal
(-). Under no cir-
cumstances must the battery cables be connected incorrectly - risk of a cable fire.
■ Ensure that battery acid does not come into contact with the bodywork - risk of
damage to the paintwork.
■ Do not place the battery in direct daylight in order to protect the vehicle battery
housing from the effects of ultra-violet light.
■ If the vehicle has not been driven for more than 3 to 4 weeks, the battery will
discharge. This is because certain electrical components consume electricity (e.
g.
control units) also in idle state. Prevent the battery from discharging by discon-
necting the battery's negative terminal or continuously charging the battery with
a very low charging current.
■ If the vehicle is frequently used for making short trips, the vehicle battery will
not have time to charge up sufficiently and may discharge. For the sake of the environment
A vehicle battery that has been removed is a special type of hazardous waste.
These must be disposed of in accordance with national legal regulations. Note
You should replace batteries older than 5 years. Ð
166 General Maintenance
Vehicle tool kit
Fig. 147
Boot: Storage compartment for
vehicle too kit
The vehicle tool kit and the lifting jack with sticker are housed in a plastic box in
the spare wheel » Fig. 147 or in the storage space for the spare wheel. There is
also space here for the removable ball rod for the trailer towing device. The box is
attached with a strap on the spare wheel.
The vehicle tool kit contains the following parts (depending on equipment fitted):
› wire clamps for removing the full wheel trims;
› wheel wrench;
› towing eye;
› Adapter for anti-theft wheel bolts;
› Extraction pliers for wheel bolt caps;
› Replacement bulb set;
› Tool for removing the fog lights 1)
.
Before placing the lifting jack back into its storage area, screw in the arm of the
lifting jack fully. WARNING
■ The factory-supplied lifting jack is only intended for your model of vehicle.
Under no circumstances attempt to lift heavier vehicles or other loads - risk of
injury!
■ Ensure that the vehicle tool kit is safely secured in the boot. Note
Ensure that the box is always secured with the strap. Ð Changing a wheel
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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Preliminary work 180
Changing a wheel 180
Subsequent steps 180
Loosening and tightening wheel bolts 181
Raising the vehicle 181
Securing wheels against theft 182
WARNING
■ If you are in flowing traffic, switch on the hazard warning light system and
set up the warning triangle at the prescribed distance! The national legal re-
quirements must be observed. In this way you are not only protecting yourself
but other road users as well.
■ If the wheel is damaged or in the event of a puncture, park the vehicle as far
away as possible from the flow of traffic. Park on as flat and firm a surface as
possible. ■ If the wheel has to be changed on a slope, first of all block the opposite
wheel with a stone or similar object to prevent the vehicle from unexpectedly
rolling away.
■ If the vehicle is subsequently fitted with tyres which are different to those it
was fitted with at the works, follow these guidelines » page 172, New wheels
and tyres .
■ Always raise the vehicle with the doors closed.
■ Never position any body parts, such as arms or legs under the vehicle, while
the vehicle is raised with a lifting jack. ■ Secure the base plate of the lifting jack with suitable means to prevent pos-
sible moving. A soft and slippery ground under the base plate may move the
lifting jack, causing the vehicle to fall down. It is therefore always necessary to £1)
Valid for Octavia RS and Octavia Scout.
179
Do-it-yourself