2009 SKODA OCTAVIA lock

Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights
21
Using the system
Safety
Driving Tips
General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
Technical Data
Digital clockYou can set the time with the rotary knob
⇒page 17, fig. 18
.
Select the information which you wish to change by turning the button and carry out the change of the selected information by pressing the button. On vehicles which are fitted out with the information display*, it is possible to set the time in the menu
Time
⇒page 29.
WARNING
The clock should not be adjusted while driving for safety reasons but only when the vehicle is stationary!Multi-functional indicator (onboard computer)*IntroductionThe multi-functional indica
tor appears in the display
⇒fig. 21
or in the information
display
⇒page 26 depending on the equipment fitted to your vehicle.
The multi-functional indicator offers
you a range of useful information.
On vehicles which are fitted out with inform
ation display*, it is possible to switch
off the display of some information.
Note
•
In certain national versions
the displays appear in the Imperial system of meas-
ures.•
If the display of the second speed is acti
vated in mph, the current speed* is not
indicated in km/h on the display.MemoryThe multi-functional indicator is equi
pped with two automatic memories. The
selected memory is displayed in the middle of the display field
⇒fig. 21
.
The data of the single-trip memo
ry (memory 1) is shown if a
1 appears in the
display. A
2 shown in the display means that da
ta relates to the total distance
memory (memory 2). Switching over the memory with the help of the button
⇒page 22, fig. 22
on the
windscreen wiper lever or with the help
of the button on the multifunction
steering wheel*
⇒page 23.
The outside temperature
⇒page 23
Driving time
⇒page 24
Current fuel consumption
⇒page 24
Average fuel consumption
⇒page 24
Range
⇒page 24
Distance driven
⇒page 24
Average speed
⇒page 25
Current speed*
⇒page 25
Warning against excessive speeds*
⇒page 25A5
A5
Fig. 21 Multi-functional indicatorABAD
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Using the system
Safety
Driving Tips
General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
Technical Data
Meaning of the red symbols: Three
successive warning signals will
sound if a red symbol appears.
Yellow symbolsCheck the relevant function
as soon as possible.
The meaning of the yellow symbols: One
warning signal will sound
if a yellow symbol appears.
If several operational faults of priority 2 exist, the symbols appear one after the other and are each illumi
nated for about 5 seconds.
Set-upYou can change certain settings by means
of the information display. The current
setting is shown on the information display in the respective menu at the top below the line
⇒fig. 34
.
You can select the following information (d
epending on the equipment installed on
the vehicle):•
MFD Data (MFA DATA)
•
Convenience
•
Lights & Vision (Lights & Vision)
•
Time
•
Winter tyres
•
Language
•
Units
•
Assistant (Assistant)
•
Alternative speed displayed (Second speed)
•
Tra v e l m o d e
•
Service Interval (Service)
•
Factory Setting
•
Back

Engine oil pressure too low
⇒ page 35

Check engine oil level, engine oil sensor faulty
⇒ page 40

Brake pad worn
⇒page 39
Fig. 33 Information display: Brake pad worn
Fig. 34 Setting the clock
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After selecting the menu point
Back
you will reach one level higher in the menu.
Displays of the MFA Here you can switch off or on certain displays of the multi-functional indicator. Comfort* You can set the following functions (depen
ding on the equipment installed on the
vehicle):
Lights and Visibility Here you can set how long the light should
stay on for the function Coming/Leaving
Home and the intensity of the footwell li
ghting. Furthermore you can here switch
on or off the function daylight driving lights and convenience turn signal. After selecting the menu point
Fa ct or y se t tin g
the factory setting is established
again. Time Here you can set the time, the time format (12 or 24 hour indicator) and the time change summer/winter time. Winter tyres Here you can set at which speed a warning signal should sound. This function is used for e.g winter tyres with the permissible maximum speed less than the maximum speed of the vehicle. When exceeding the speed, the following is
displayed on the information display*:
Snow tyres max. speed ... km/h (Winter tyres maximum ... km/h)
Language Here you can set in which language the warning and information texts should be displayed. Measures Here you can set the units for temperat
ure, consumption and distance driven.
Assistant Here you can adjust the tones of the acoustic signals of the parking aid*. Second speed Here you can switch on the display of
the second speed in mph or in km/h
3).
Tra v e l m o d e Here you can activate / deactivate the mode “tourist light”. This mode makes it possible to drive in countries with opposing
traffic system, driving on the left/right,
Rain closing
On vehicles with ra
in sensor you can switch on or off the
function for automatic closing of the windows and the sliding/tilting roof in case of
rain and locked vehicle. If it
is not raining and the function is set, the windows including the sliding/tilting roof are closed automatically after approx. 12 hours.
Door open
Here you can switch on or off the functions for opening a single door and automatic closing.
ATA c onfir m
Here you can set if a signal tone should sound addition-ally when activating or deactivating the anti-theft alarm system .
Window op.
Here you can set the convenience mode only for the driver window or for all the windows.
Mirror down
Here you can switch on or off the function for mirror lowering on the front passenger side when engaging the reverse gear
a).
a)This function is only available on vehicles wi
th an electrically adjustable driver seat.
Mirror adjust.
Here you can switch on or off the function for left and right exterior mirror adjustment simultaneously.
Factory setting

After selecting this menu the convenience setting is reset to factory setting. The following is displayed in the information display: Factory setting for convenience is set
3)Valid for countries where the values ar
e indicated in British measuring units.
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
Turn signal lights (to the left)
⇒page 33

Turn signal lights (to the right)
⇒page 33

Fog lights*
⇒page 33

Main beam light
⇒page 33

Low beam light
⇒page 33

Rear fog light
⇒page 33

Speed regulating system*
⇒page 33

Failure of the light bulbs
⇒page 33

Diesel particle filter* (diesel engine)
⇒page 34

Airbag system
⇒page 34

Control system for exhaust
⇒page 35


Electromechanical power steering
⇒page 35

Engine oil pressure
⇒page 35

EPC fault light (petrol engine)
⇒page 36

Glow plug system (diesel engine)
⇒page 36

Coolant temperature/coolant level
⇒page 36

Traction control system (TCS)
⇒page 37

Electronic stability programme (ESP)*
⇒page 37

Selector lever lock*
⇒page 37

Tyre pressure*
⇒page 38

Antilock brake system (ABS)
⇒page 38

Bonnet
⇒page 38

Seat belt warning light
⇒page 39

Brake pad wear*
⇒page 39

Boot lid
⇒page 39

Open door
⇒page 39

Fluid level in windshield washer system*
⇒page 39

Brake system
⇒page 39

Dynamo
⇒page 40

Engine oil level
⇒page 40

Fuel reserve
⇒page 41
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Using the system
Safety
Driving Tips
General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
Technical Data
WARNING
•
If you must stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe
distance from the traffic
and switch off the engine and switch on the hazard
warning light system
⇒page 64.
•
Take care when opening the coolant expa
nsion bottle. If the engine is hot,
the cooling system is pressurized - risk of scalding! It is best to allow the engine to cool down before removing the cap.•
Do not touch the coolant fan The coolant fan may switch on automati-
cally even if the ignition is off.Traction control system (TCS)

The warning light
 comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on.
The warning light flashes when a cont
rol cycle is activated while driving.
The warning light will come on and remains on
if the TCS is switched off or if there
is a fault in the system. The fact that the TCS system operates together with the ABS means that the TCS warning light will also come on if the
ABS system is not operating properly.
If the warning light
 comes on immediately after starting the engine, the TCS
system can be switched off for technical
reasons. In this case, the TCS system can
be switched on again by switching the ignition on and off. If the warning light goes out, the TCS system is fully functional again. Further information about the TCS
⇒page 195, “Traction control system (TCS)”.
Note
If the battery has been disconnected
and reconnected, the warning light
 comes
on after switching on the ignition. The warn
ing light must go out after driving a short
distance.
Electronic stability programme (ESP)*

The warning light
 comes on for a few seconds when
the ignition is switched on.
Components of the ESP system also incl
ude the Traction Control System (TCS),
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL),
and the Antilock Brake System (ABS).
The warning light flashes when a control cycle is activated while driving.The warning light will come on and remains on
if the ESP is switched off or if there
is a fault in the system. The fact that the ESP system operates together with the ABS means that the ESP warning light will also come on if the ABS system is not operating properly. If the warning light
 comes on immediately after starting the engine, the ESP
system can be switched off for technical
reasons. In this case, the ESP system can
be switched on again by swit
ching the ignition on and off. If the warning light goes
out, the ESP system is fully functional again. Further information on the ESP
⇒page 193, “Electronic
stability programme
(ESP)*”. Electronic Differential Lock (EDL)* The EDL is a part of the ESP. A fault in the EDL is indicated by the ESP warning light in the instrument cluster. Have the vehicle inspected without delay by an author- ised Škoda Service Partner. Further information on the EDL
⇒page 194, “Electronic
Differential Lock (EDL)*”.
Note
If the battery has been disconnected
and reconnected, the warning light
 comes
on after switching on the ignition. The warn
ing light must go out after driving a short
distance.Selector lever lock*

If the
green
warning light
 lights up, operate the brake pedal. This is necessary, in
order to be able to move the selector lever out of the position
P or N.
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Further information about the selector lever lock
⇒page 132.
Tyre inflation pressure*

The warning light
 lights up, if there is a substantial drop in inflation pressure in
one of the tyres. Reduce the speed and check or correct as soon as possible the inflation pressure in the tyres
⇒page 238.
If the warning light flashes, there is a system fault. Visit the nearest specialist garage and have the fault rectified. Further information about tyre pressure-control system
⇒page 199.
WARNING
•
When the warning light
 lights up, immediately reduce the speed and
avoid sudden steering and brake mano
euvres. Please stop the vehicle
without delay at the nearest possible stop and inspect the tyres and their inflation pressures.•
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.
Note
If the battery has been disconnected, the warning light
 comes on after switching
on the ignition. The warning light must
go out after driving a short distance.
Antilock brake system (ABS)

The warning light
 shows the functionality of the ABS.
The warning light comes on for a few second
s after the ignition has been switched
on or when starting the engine. The warning light goes out after an automatic check sequence has been completed.
A fault in the ABS The system is not functioning properly if the ABS warning light
 does not go out
within a few seconds after switching on the ig
nition, does not light up at all or lights
up while driving. The vehicle
will only be braked by th
e normal brake system. Visit
a specialist garage as quickly as possible and adjust your style of driving appropri-ately as you will not know how great the damage is. Further information about ABS
⇒page 197, “Antilock brake system (ABS)”.
A fault in the entire brake system If the ABS warning light
 comes on together with the brake system warning light
 (handbrake must be released), there is a fault not only in the ABS but also in another part of the brake system
⇒
.
WARNING
•
If the brake system warning light
 comes on together with the ABS
warning light
 stop the vehicle immediately and check the brake fluid
level in the reservoir
⇒page 231, “Brake fluid”. If the fluid level has dropped
below the MIN marking, do not drive any further - risk of accident! Obtain professional assistance.•
Pay attention to the following instru
ctions before checking the brake
fluid level and opening the bonnet
⇒page 225, “Working in the engine
compartment”.•
If the brake fluid is at the correct level, the ABS control function has
failed. The rear wheels may
then block very rapidly when braking. In certain
circumstances, this can result in the rear end of the car breaking away - risk of skidding! Drive carefully to the ne
arest specialist garage and have the
fault rectified.Bonnet

The warning light
 comes on if the bonnet is unlocked. If the bonnet unlocks
while driving, the warning light lights up
 and as a warning an audible signal
sounds.
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Unlocking and locking
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Unlocking and lockingKeyTwo keys are provided with the vehicle. Depending on the equipment, your vehicle can be equipped with keys wi
thout radio remote control
⇒fig. 36
or with radio
remote control*
⇒fig. 37
.
WARNING
•
Always withdraw the key
whenever you leave the vehicle - even if it is
only for a short time. This is particularly important if children are left in the
vehicle. The children might otherwise st
art the engine or
operate electrical
equipment (e.g. power windows) - risk of injury!•
Do not withdraw the ignition key from the ignition lock until the vehicle
has come to a stop. The steering lock
might otherwise engage unintention-
ally - risk of accident!
Caution
•
Each key contains electronic components; therefore protect them against mois-
ture and severe shocks.•
Keep the groove of the keys absolutely cl
ean as impurities (t
extile fibres, dust
etc.) have a negative effect on proper op
eration of the keys and the ignition lock.
Note
Please approach an authorised Škoda Service Partner if you lose a key since he can obtain a new one for you.Changing the battery of the radio remote control
Fig. 36 Set of keys without remote controlFig. 37 Remote control key
WARNING (continued)
Fig. 38 Disconnect key with radio remote control
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Using the system
Safety
Driving Tips
General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
Technical Data
Each remote control key contains a battery which is housed in the cover
of the transmitter housing
⇒
page 42, fig. 38
. We recommend that
you have the batteries of the key repl
aced by an authorised Škoda Service
Partner. You should, however, proceed as follows if you wish to replace the battery yourself: – Fold open the key. – Use a thin screwdriver to carefully
lever off the front part of the key
⇒
page 42, fig. 38
from the transmitter housing .
– Take off the cover of the transmitter housing
⇒
fig. 39
in direction of
arrow.
– Take the used battery out of the housing cover. – Insert the new battery. Ensure that the “+” symbol on the battery is
facing downwards. The correct polarity is also shown on the cover of the transmitter housing.
– Insert cover with battery in place at the rear of the transmitter housing
and press both parts together.
– Insert the transmitter housing into th
e front part of the key so that the
two parts lock into each other.
For the sake of the environment
Dispose of an old battery in accord
ance with environmental regulations.
Note
•
The replacement battery must have the same specification as the original
battery.•
If it is still not be possible to unlock or
lock the vehicle with the remote control
even after replacing the battery this means
that the system has to be synchronised
⇒ page 50.Electronic immobiliserThe electronic immobiliser prevents
the vehicle being operated by an
unauthorised person.An electronic chip is integrated in the he
ad of the key. The immobiliser is deacti-
vated with the aid of this chip when the key
is inserted in the ignition lock. The elec-
tronic immobiliser is automatically activa
ted when you withdraw the ignition key
from the lock.
Note
It is only possible to start the engine of
your car with a Genui
ne Škoda key with the
matching code.
Fig. 39 Cover of the trans- mitter housing
AB
AA
AB
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