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TailgateNote
On models fitted with central locking sy-
stem* the tailgate is automatically unlocked
and locked together with the other locks.
On models fitted with anti-theft alarm sy-
stem* the tailgate can only be unlocked with
the remote control because the alarm is
triggered after it is unlocked with key.
After closing the tailgate, always
pull on the tailgate to check that it is
properly locked - the tailgate might
otherwise open suddenly when driv-
ing even.
Never drive with the tailgate slight-
ly ajar or even open otherwise the
exhaust gases will be drawn into the
car!
Do not press on the rear window
when closing the boot lid, it could
crack - risk of injury!
If you find that the slot of the key
is not vertical, an attempt has been
made to break into the car. We rec-
ommend checking the vehicle equip-
ment. Turn the slot of the key into the
vertical position to ensure that the
lock closes properly. As a check, lock
the car once and then unlock it. If it
is not possible to insert the key into
the lock, the lock has been damaged.
Have it repaired at a Škoda Dealer.
Warning
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Lashing ringsLashing rings (see arrows) are fitted on
both sides of the luggage compartment to
secure items of luggage.Warning
Any items carried in the luggage
compartment should be properly at-
tached so that they cannot move
when driving and braking.If the items of luggage or objects are
attached to the lashing eyes with un-
suitable or damaged lashing straps,
injuries can occur in the event of brak-
ing manoeuvres or accidents.In order to prevent the items of lug-
gage being thrown forward, always
use suitable lashing straps which are
firmly attached to the lashing eyes.
Never attach a child seat to the lash-
ing eyes. Securing rings in Octavia
The securing rings are located in the load
area of the boot, or you can use hooks
which you fit into the openings in the body -
see illustration.
Securing eyes in Octavia Estate
The securing rings are located in the load
area of the boot, or you can use the hooks
of the luggage compartment nets - see il-
lustration.
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30CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENTLuggage compartment net*It is also possible to attach a security net
to the rings in the boot for lashing down
small items.
Example for attaching vertical double net
(bag) in Octavia - see illustration.Example for attaching vertical double net
in Octavia - see illustration.
Example for attaching partition net in
Octavia Estate - see illustration.
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Tyre repair spray* The tyre repair spray is precisely for fast
repairs on small tyre defects up to 5 mm.
The spray does not replace a permanent
tyre repair, the repair serves only as an in-
termediate solution until the next service.
The repair can be directly performed on
the vehicle. Carefully read the enclosed in-
structions for direction of use.
On front-wheel drive vehicles, the spray is
located in the well at the front right of the
polypropylene part behind the spare wheel,
and on 4x4 vehicles, in the boot on the left.
Certain models are equipped with a tyre
repair set which includes a compressor and
a repair flask, instructions and accessories.
On front-wheel drive vehicles this set is lo-
cated in the well at the front right of the
polypropylene part behind the spare wheel,
and on 4x4 vehicles, in the boot on the left
next to the first-aid box.
Apply the handbrake before jack-
ing up the car. Never start the engine
when the car is jacked up - risk of
accident.
If it is necessary to carry out work
underneath the vehicle, ensure that
it is supported on suitable stands.
Spare wheelThe spare wheel is stowed in the well below the
floor covering of the luggage compartment and
is secured by a handwheel.
To ensure that the spare wheel is always
ready for use, check the inflation pressure at
regular intervals.
Vehicles with tyres 205/60 R15 and wheel trims
6.5Jx15 have an emergency wheel as a spare
wheel, which has different dimensions and which
is provided with a warning sticker.
Please pay attention to the following instructions,
if you are going to use an emergency wheel:
After fitting on the wheel, the warning sticker
must not be concealed (e.g. by the wheel trim).
Do not drive with this spare wheel at more
than 80 km/h - risk of accident.
Avoid acceleration at full throttle, sharp braking
and fast cornering.
The inflation pressure for this spare wheel is
identical to the inflation pressure of the standard
tyres.
Use this spare wheel only to reach the near-
est service station, as it is not intended for con-
tinuous use.
Tyre repair set*
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170DO-IT-YOURSELFTable of bulbs
Front Halogen Xenonheadlight headlight headlight
Low beam H4D2SMain beam
H1Side lightsW 5 W
Turn signal
lights PY21W
Fog lights H3 Rear light Octavia Octavia
unit
Estate
Rear lightsP21W
Turn signal
lights PY21W
Brake lights
P21W
P21/5W
Side lights
P21/4W
Fog lights P21WOthers Octavia
Octavia
Estate
Side turn
signal lights WY5W
License plate
light W5W
Additional
brake light W2,3W LEDInterior light
C10WReading light W 5 WBoot light C5W C10W
Door warning
light C5W
Glove box light
C3W
Interior mirror light W2,3W
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Licence plate lightsOpen tailgate and unscrew lens of light.
Pull faulty capless bulb out of the bulb
holder and insert new bulb.
Insert lens of light again as far as the
stop and ensure that the rubber seal is cor-
rectly installed.
Screw on lens of light with slight pres-
sure.
Luggage compartment light Open tailgate.
Insert screwdriver into the recess on the
side of the light - see arrow. Carefully press
out light.
Unplug connector of the bulb.
Replace bulb.
Plug in connector.
First of all insert the left-hand side of the
light and press in fully.
Boot light (Estate) Open tailgate.
Position screwdriver into the opening
next to the light - see arrow. Carefully press
out light.
Unplug connector of the bulb.
Replace bulb.
Plug in connector.
First of all insert bottom side of the light
and press in fully.
