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Battery cover
Fig. 138
Engine compartment: Polyester cover of the vehicle battery/plastic
cover of the vehicle battery
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 165.
The battery is located in the engine compartment in a polyester cover
1
» Fig. 138 or in a plastic cover 2
.
› Open the battery cover in the direction of the arrow 1
or press the interlock on
the side of the battery cover in the direction of the arrow 2
, fold the cover up
and remove.
› The battery cover is installed in reverse order.
When working on the battery, the edge of the polyester battery cover 1
is inser-
ted between the battery and the side wall of the battery cover. ÐChecking the battery electrolyte level
Fig. 139
Vehicle battery: Electrolyte level
indicator
ä First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 165.
We recommend you have the electrolyte level checked by a ŠKODA specialist ga-
rage from time to time, especially in the following cases.
› High outside temperatures.
› Long daily drives
› After each charge
» page 168.
On vehicles with a vehicle battery fitted with a colour indicator, the so-called
magic eye » Fig. 139, the electrolyte level can be determined by looking at the
change in colour.
Air bubbles can influence the colour of the indicator. For this reason carefully
knock on the indicator before carrying out the check.
› Black colour - electrolyte level is correct.
› Colourless or light yellow colour - electrolyte level too low, the battery must be
replaced. Note
■ The battery electrolyte level is periodically checked by a ŠKODA Service Partner
as part of the Inspection Service. ■ For technical reasons, on vehicles with the description “AGM”, the electrolyte
level cannot be checked. ■ Vehicles with a START-STOP system are fitted with a battery control unit for
checking the energy level for the recurring engine start. Ð Operation in winter
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 165.
At low temperatures, the vehicle battery only has part of the initial power output
that it has at normal temperatures.
A discharged vehicle battery may already freeze at temperatures just below 0
°C.
We therefore recommend that you have the battery checked and, if necessary, re-
charged by a ŠKODA Service Partner before the start of the winter.
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167
Inspecting and replenishing

Tyre control display
Fig. 145
Button for setting the tyre infla-
tion pressure control value
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 170.
The tyre control display compares the speed and thus the rolling circumference of
the individual wheels with the help of the ABS sensors. If the rolling circumfer-
ence of a wheel is changed, the warning light
 in the instrument clus-
ter » page 24, Tyre control display  and an audible signal sounds.
The rolling circumference of the tyre can change if: › the tyre inflation pressure is too low;
› the structure of the tyre is damaged;
› the vehicle is loaded on one side;
› the wheels of an axle are loaded heavily (e.g. when towing a trailer or when
driving uphill or downhill);
› snow chains are mounted;
› the temporary spare wheel is mounted;
› one wheel per axle was changed.
Basic setting of the system
After changing the tyre inflation pressure, after changing one or several wheels,
the position of a wheel on the vehicle (e.g. exchanging the wheels between the
axles) or when the warning light lights up while driving, a basic setting of the sys-
tem must be carried out as follows:
› Inflate all of the tyres to the specified inflation pressure
» page 171, Service life
of tyres .
› Switch on the ignition.
ä
›
Press and hold the button

  » Fig. 145 for longer than 2
seconds. While
pressing the button, the warning light  illuminates. At the same time the sys-
tem memory is erased and the new calibration is started, which is confirmed
with an audible signal and then the warning light  goes out.
› If the warning light
 does not go out after the basic setting, this indicates a
system fault. Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.
The warning light  is lit
If the tyre inflation pressure of at least one wheel is insufficiently inflated in com-
parison to the stored basic value, the warning light  » lights up.
The warning light  flashes
If the warning light flashes, there is a system fault. Seek help from a

ŠKODA spe-
cialist garage to correct the fault. WARNING
■ When the warning light  illuminates, immediately reduce the speed and
avoid sudden steering and brake manoeuvres. Stop the vehicle as soon as
possible and inspect the tyres and their inflation pressure.
■ Under certain circumstances (e.g. sporty style of driving, wintry or unpaved
roads) the warning light  can be delayed or does not light up at all.
■ The tyre control display does not absolve the driver of the responsibility to
ensure the correct tyre inflation pressure. For this reason, the tyre inflation
pressure must be checked regularly. Note
■ The tyre control display does therefore not replace the regular tyre inflation
pressure control, as the system cannot detect an even loss of pressure. ■ The tyre control display cannot provide a warning in the event of very rapid tyre
inflation pressure loss, e.g. in the case of sudden tyre damage. In this case care-
fully bring the vehicle to a standstill without sudden steering movements or
sharp braking.
■ To ensure a proper functioning of the tyre control display, it is necessary to re-
peat the basic setting every 10 000 km or once a year. Ð
175
Wheels and Tyres

Fog lights and daytime running lights 194
Fog lights Octavia RS, Octavia Scout 195
Changing the bulb for the licence plate light 195
Tail lamp assembly 196
Tail light (Combi) 196
Some manual skills are required to change a bulb. For this reason, if uncertain, we
recommend that bulbs are replaced by a ŠKODA specialist garage or other expert
help is sought.
› Switch off the ignition and all of the lights before replacing a bulb.
› Faulty bulbs must only be replaced with the same type of bulbs. The designa-
tion is located on the light socket or the glass bulb.
› A stowage compartment for replacement bulbs is located in a plastic box in the
spare wheel or underneath the floor covering in the boot. WARNING
■ Accidents can be caused if the road in front of the vehicle is not sufficiently
illuminated and the vehicle cannot or can only be seen with difficulty by other
road users.
■ Always read and observe the warnings before completing any work in the
engine compartment »

page 158, Engine compartment .
■ Bulbs H7 and H1 are pressurised and may burst when changing the bulb -
risk of injury! We therefore recommended wearing gloves and safety glasses
when changing a bulb. ■ Gas discharge bulbs (xenon bulbs) operate with a high voltage, professional
knowledge is required - danger to life! CAUTION
■ Do not take hold of the glass bulb with naked fingers (even the smallest
amount of dirt reduces the working life of the light bulb). Use a clean cloth, nap-
kin, or similar. ■ When removing and installing the headlight make sure that the paintwork of
the vehicle and the headlight are not damaged. Note
■ This Owner's Manual only describes the replacement of bulbs where it is possi-
ble to replace the bulbs on your own without any complications arising. Other
light bulbs should be changed by a

ŠKODA specialist garage.
■ We recommend that a box of replacement bulbs be always carried in the vehi-
cle. Replacement bulbs can be purchased from
ŠKODAOriginal Accessories.
■ We recommend that the headlight settings are checked by a ŠKODA specialist
garage after replacing a bulb in the main or low beam.
■ Gas discharge bulbs and LED diodes are replaced by a ŠKODA specialist garage. Ð Headlights
Fig. 160
Headlights: Bulb arrangement/removal
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 191.
Overview of the location of the bulbs
» Fig. 160. 1
- front turn signal light
2
- parking lights and low beam
3
- main beam light
The headlight must be removed in order to change the light bulb of the parking
lights, low beam lights and main beam lights as well as the turn signal lights.
Removing the main beam lights
› Open the bonnet
» page 160, Opening and closing the bonnet .
› Unscrew the plastic nuts A
» Fig. 160
.
› Pull the locking button B
upwards.
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192 Do-it-yourself

Specifications and engine oil capacity
The engine has been factory-filled with a high-grade oil that can be use through-
out the year - except in extreme climate zones.
Various oils can be mixed together when refilling. However, this does not apply to
vehicles with flexible service intervals.
Engine oils are, of course, undergoing continuous further development. Thus the
information stated in this Owner's Manual is only correct at the time of publica-
tion.
ŠKODA Service Partners are informed about the latest changes by
ŠKODA. We
therefore recommend that the oil change is completed by a ŠKODA Service Part-
ner.
The specifications (VW standards) stated in the following can be indicated sepa-
rately or together with other specifications on the bottle.
The oil capacities include oil filter change. Check the oil level when filling; do not
over fill. The oil level must be between the markings » page 161.
Specifications and capacity (in l) for vehicles with flexible service intervals Petrol engines SpecificationFilling level
1.2 ltr./77 kW TSI VW 504 003.9
1.4 l/59 kW VW 503 00, VW 504 00 3.2
1.4 ltr./90 kW TSI VW 504 003.6
1.6 l/75 kW VW 503 00, VW 504 00 4.5
1.6 ltr./75 kW MultiFuel VW 503 00, VW 504 00 4.5
1.8 ltr/118 kW TSI
1.8 ltr/112 kW TSI VW 504 00
4.6
2.0 ltr./147 kW TSI VW 504 004.6Diesel engines
SpecificationFilling level
1.6 ltr./77 kW TDI CR VW 507 004.3
1.9 l/77 kW TDI PD VW 506 01, VW 507 00 3.8
1.9 ltr./77 kW TD PD DPF VW 507 004.3
2.0 ltr./81 kW TDI CR VW 507 004.3
2.0 ltr/103 kW TDI CR
DPF VW 507 00
4.3
2.0 ltr./125 kW TDI CR VW 507 004.3 Specifications and capacity (in l) for vehicles with fixed service intervals
Petrol engines SpecificationFilling level
1.2 ltr./77 kW TSI VW 502 003.9
1.4 l/59 kW VW 501 01, VW 502 00 3.2
1.4 ltr./90 kW TSI VW 502 003.6
1.6 l/75 kW VW 501 01, VW 502 00 4.5
1.6 ltr./75 kW MultiFuel VW 502 004.5
1.8 ltr/118 kW TSI
1.8 ltr/112 kW TSI VW 502 00
4.6
2.0 ltr./147 kW TSI VW 502 004.6 If the oils specified above are not available, oils according to ACEA
A2 or ACEA A3
can be used once for refilling.
Diesel engines SpecificationFilling level
1.6 ltr./77 kW TDI CR VW 507 004.3
1.9 l/77 kW TDI PD VW 505 013.8
1.9 ltr./77 kW TD PD DPF VW 507 004.3
2.0 ltr./81 kW TDI CR VW 507 004.3
2.0 ltr/103 kW TDI CR
DPF VW 507 00
4.3
2.0 ltr./125 kW TDI CR VW 507 004.3 If the oils specified above are not available, oils according to ACEA
B3 or ACEA B4
can be used once for refilling. CAUTION
Only the above-mentioned oils can be used on vehicles with flexible service inter-
vals. We recommend always refilling with oil of the same specification since this
will maintain the properties of the oil. In exceptional cases, a maximum of 0.5

l of
specification VW 502 00 (only for petrol engines) or specification VW 505 01 (only
for diesel engines) engine oil can be used to refill once. Other engine oils must
not be used - risk of engine damage! Note
■ Before a long drive we recommend that you purchase and carry with you engine
oil which complies with the specification for your vehicle. ■ We recommend that you use oils from ŠKODA Original Accessories. Ð200
Technical data

ŠKODA pursues a policy of constant product and model development. We trust
that you will understand that changes to models in terms of shape, equipment
and engineering, may be introduced at any time. The information about appear-
ance, performances, dimensions, weight, standards and functions of the vehicle is
correct at the time of publication. Certain items of equipment might only be in-
stalled at a later date (information provided by your local ŠKODA
Service Partner)
or are only offered in particular markets. It is therefore not possible for legal
claims to be made based on the data, illustrations and descriptions contained in
this Owner's Manual. Reprinting, reproduction or translation, either in whole or in part, is not permitted
without the written consent of ŠKODA.
ŠKODA expressly reserves all rights relating to copyright laws.
Subject to change.
Issued by: ŠKODA AUTO a.s.
© ŠKODA AUTO a.s. 2012