2006 SKODA OCTAVIA fuel filter

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

Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.
ÐGlow plug system 
(diesel engine)
The warning light  comes on after the ignition has been switched on. The en-
gine can be started immediately after the pre-glow warning light goes out.
There is a fault in the glow plug system if the warning light  does not come on
at all or lights up continuously .
If the warning light  begins to flash while driving, a fault exists in the engine
control. The engine control unit allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.
Seek help from a
ŠKODA specialist garage. ÐEPC 
fault light (petrol engine)
If the warning light 

 lights up, there is a fault in the engine control. The engine
control unit allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.
Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage. ÐDiesel particulate filter 
(diesel engine)
The diesel particulate filter separates the soot particles from the exhaust. The
soot particles collect in the diesel particulate filter where they are burnt on a reg-
ular basis.
If the warning light  lights up, soot has accumulated in the diesel particulate
filter.
To clean the diesel particle filter, the vehicle should be driven at an even speed of
at least 60 km/h » at engine speeds of 1 800 - 2 500 rpm for at least 15 mi-
nutes or until the warning light goes out with the 4th or 5th
gear engaged (auto-
matic gearbox: position S) when the traffic situation permits it.
The warning light  only goes out after the diesel particulate filter has been
successfully cleaned.
If the filter is not properly cleaned, the warning light  does not go out and the
warning light  begins to flash.
The following is displayed in the information display: Diesel particulate filter Owner's manual! Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage. WARNING
■ The diesel particle filter achieves very high temperatures. Therefore do not
park in areas where the hot filter can come into direct contact with dry grass
or other combustible materials - risk of fire!
■ Always adjust your speed to suit weather, road, region and traffic condi-
tions. The recommendations indicated by the warning light must not tempt
you to disregard the national regulations for road traffic. CAUTION
As long as the warning light  lights up, one must take into account an in-
creased fuel consumption and in certain circumstances a power reduction of the
engine. Note
■ To assist the combustion process of the soot particles, we recommend that reg-
ularly driving over short distances should be avoided. ■ Using diesel fuel with an increased sulphur content can considerably reduce the
life of the diesel particle filter. A
ŠKODA specialist garage will be able to tell you
which countries use only diesel fuel with high sulphur content. Ð Fuel reserve 
The warning light  will come on if the fuel level is less than 9 litres.
An audible signal sounds as a warning signal.
The following is displayed in the information display: Please refuel! Range ... km Note
The text in the information display goes out only after refuelling and driving a
short distance. Ð
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Instruments and warning lights

Diesel fuel
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 155.
Your vehicle can only be operated with
diesel fuel, which complies with the
standard EN
590 (standard DIN 51628 in Germany, standard ÖNORM C 1590 in
Austria, GOST R 52368-2005/EN 590:2004 in Russia).
Operation in winter - Winter-grade diesel fuel
In the winter, only use diesel fuel, which complies with the standard EN 590
(standard DIN 51628 in Germany, standard ÖNORM C 1590 in Austria,
GOST R 52368-2005/EN 590:2004 in Russia). “Winter-grade diesel fuel” will still
operate properly even at a temperature of -20 °C.
It is often the case in countries with different climatic conditions that diesel fuels
available have a different temperature characteristic. The ŠKODA Service Partners
and filling stations in the relevant country will be able to provide you with infor-
mation regarding the diesel fuels available.
Preheating fuel
The vehicle is fitted with a fuel filter preheating system. This secures operation of
a vehicle using diesel fuel down to an environmental temperature of -25 °C.
Fuel additives
Fuel additives, so-called “flow improvers” (petrol and similar products) must not
be added to the diesel fuel. CAUTION
■ Just filling the tank once with diesel fuel that does not comply with the stand-
ard, can cause severe damage to parts of the engine, the fuel and exhaust sys-
tem!
■ If a different fuel other than diesel fuel, which complies to the above mentioned
standards (e.g. petrol) is used by mistake do not start the engine or switch on the
ignition! Extensive damage to engine parts can occur! We recommend that the
fuel system is cleaned by a

ŠKODA Service Partner.
■ Water which has collected in the fuel filter can cause engine faults.
■ Your vehicle is not adapted for use of biofuel (RME), therefore this fuel must not
be refuelled and driven. The use of biofuel (RME) can cause considerable damage
to parts of the engine or fuel system. Ð
ä Engine compartment
ä
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Opening and closing the bonnet 160
Engine compartment overview 160
Checking the engine oil level 161
Replenishing the engine oil 161
Changing engine oil 162
Coolant 162
Checking the coolant level 163
Replenishing the coolant 163
Radiator fan 164
Checking the brake fluid 164
Changing the brake fluid 164
Windscreen washer system 165
There is a risk of injuries, scalding, accidents and fire when working in the en-
gine compartment, e.g. inspecting and replenishing oil and other fluids. For this
reason, it is essential to comply with the warning instructions stated below and
with the general applicable rules of safety. The vehicle's engine compartment is
a hazardous area . WARNING
■ Never open the bonnet if you can see steam or coolant flowing out of the
engine compartment - risk of scalding! Wait until the steam or coolant has
stopped escaping.
■ Turn off the engine and withdraw the ignition key.
■ If the vehicle is fitted with a manual gearbox, move the gearshift lever into
Neutral, or if the vehicle is fitted with an automatic gearbox, move the selec-
tor lever into position P .
■ Firmly apply the handbrake.
■ Allow the engine to cool.
■ For safety reasons, the bonnet must always be properly closed when driving.
This is why after closing the bonnet, the lock must always be checked to en-
sure it has engaged properly. £
158 General Maintenance

Fuses in the engine compartment
Fig. 159
Fuse box cover in engine compartment/Schematic diagram of the
fuse box
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 189.
On some vehicles, the battery cover must be removed before removing the cover
for the fuse box
» page 167.
› The cover for the fuse box is removed by pushing the circlips A
» Fig. 159
up-
wards as far as the stop. The symbol  is displayed behind the clip. Now remove
the cover.
› Once the fuse has been removed, place the cover on the fuse box and push the
circlips A
back as far as the stop. The symbol
 is displayed behind the clip. The
cover is locked into position.
Fuse assignment in engine compartment No. Power consumer
F1 Not assigned
F2 Control unit for automatic gearbox
F3 Measuring circuit
F4 Valves for ABS F5 Control unit for automatic gearbox
F6 Instrument cluster, windscreen wiper lever, and turn signal lever F7 Power supply terminal 15, Starter
F8 Radio F9 Not assigned ä
No. Power consumer
F10 Engine control unit F11 Auxiliary heating and ventilation control unit
F12 Data bus control unit
F13 Engine control unit
F14 Ignition F15 Lambda probe, glow plug system
F16 Vehicle voltage control unit, right headlight, right tail light F17 Horn
F18 Amplifier for the digital sound processor F19 Windscreen wipers
F20 Coolant pump, valve for fuel dosing F21 Lambda probe
F22 Clutch pedal switch, brake pedal switch
F23 Secondary air pump, air mass meter, fuel high pressure pump
F24 Active charcoal filter, exhaust gas recirculation valve, radiator fan F25 Pump for ABS
F26 Vehicle voltage control unit, left headlight, left tail light F27 Secondary air pump, glow plug system
F28 Not assigned F29 Power supply terminal 30
F30 Terminal X a) a)
In order not to drain the battery unnecessarily when starting the engine, the electrical components
of this terminal are automatically switched off. Ð Bulbs
ä
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Headlights 192
Changing the bulb for the front turn signal light 193
Changing light bulbs for front parking lights and low beam 193
Changing the bulb for the main beam 194
£
191
Fuses and light bulbs

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

Checking
Battery electrolyte level 167
Brake fluid 164
Coolant level 163
Engine oil 161
Oil level 161
Windscreen washer fluid 165
Children and safety 135
Child safety Side airbag 136
Child safety lock 27
Child seat Classification 136
ISOFIX 137
on the front passenger seat 135
Suitability 137
TOP TETHER 137
Chrome parts refer to Taking care of your vehicle 150
Cigarette lighter 69
Cleaning 148
Artificial leather 153
Headlight lenses 151
Material coverings 153
Materials 153
Natural leather 153
Plastic parts 150
Wheels 152
Clock 11
Clothes hooks 77
Cockpit 12-volt power socket 70
Ashtray 68
Cigarette lighter 69
General view 7
Light 45
Storage compartments 70
Compartments 70
Computer see Multifunction display 12Coolant
Checking 163
Replenishing 163
Temperature gauge 9
Correct seated position 122
Counter for distance driven 10
Cruise control system (CCS) 99
D
Dash panel insert 8
Daylight driving light 40
Deactivating an airbag 133
Deactivating an airbag 133
Defrsoting rear window 47
Delayed locking of the boot lid see Boot lid 33
Diesel refer to Fuel 158
Diesel fuel Operation in winter 158
Diesel particulate filter 23
Digital clock 11
Dipstick 161
Display Coolant temperature 9
Service interval 10
Distance driven 10
Door Child safety lock 27
Warning light for an open door 20
Doors Emergency locking 32
Driving Abroad 143
Driving through water on the street 144
Emissions 197
Fuel consumption 197 E
Economical and environmentally friendly driving 140
EDS 97
Electrical power windows Button in the driver's door 34
Electric power windows Central locking system 36
Electric sliding/tilting roof 37
Electronic Differential Lock 97
Electronic immobiliser 92
Emergency Automatic gearbox 106
Changing a wheel 179
Hazard warning light system 44
Jump-starting 185
locking of the doors 32
Selector lever-unlocking 106
Sliding roof 38
Towing the vehicle 186
Tyre repair 182
Unlocking the boot lid 34
Emissions 197
Engine Running in 139
Starting and stopping the engine 91
Engine compartment Brake fluid 164
Coolant 162
Overview 160
Vehicle battery 165
Engine oil Capacity 200
Changing 162
Checking 161
Replenishing 161
Specification 200
Engine revolutions counter 9
Environment 140
Environmental compatibility 142
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Index