2010 SKODA OCTAVIA Technical Change

ŠkodaOctavia
SUPPLEMENT TO THE OWNER'S MANUAL
Technical Changes 11/2010
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Octavia anglicky 11.10
S64.5612.23.20
1Z0 012 026 CN
SIMPLY CLEVER

Introduction1
IntroductionThis supplement replaces the Owner's manual OCTAVIA Edition 05.10 referred to in
the following as the Owner's manual.
The information given in this supplement takes preference over the information in the
Owner's manual.
Special equipment is marked with the symbol *.
We wish you a good journey
Škoda Auto a.s.Safelock
Note
When activating the Safelock function after you lock the vehicle, the message CHECK
SAFELOCK will appear in the display of the inst rument cluster. In vehicles equipped
with a MAXIDOT info display*, the message Check deadlock! Owner's manual!
(Observe SAFE locking! Car documentation!) appears. Windscreen wipersThe washing nozzles of the windscreen washer system are heated during engine
running and when the outdoor temperature is less than +10 °C * .
Seat heaters*Fig. 1 Dash panel: Regulator for front seat heating front/rear– Press the button
  fig. 1 - right to activate and regulate the heating for the
left/right rear seat.
If you regulate the rear seat heating at full power - level 3, this will automatically switch
back to level 2 after 10 minutes (2 wa rning lights in the switch light up).
“START - STOP”*The “START-STOP” system helps you to save fuel while at the same time reducing
harmful exhaust emissions and CO
2 emissions.
The function is automatically activated ea ch time the ignition is switched on.
Fig. 2 Dash panel: START-STOP System
button
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“START - STOP”*
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In the start-stop mode, the engine automatica lly switches to the vehicle's idle phase,
e.g. when stopped at traffic lights.
Information regarding the current state of th e “START-STOP” system is indicated in the
display of the instrument cluster.Automatic engine shut down (stop phase)– Stop the vehicle (where nece ssary, apply the handbrake).
– Take the vehicle out of gear.
– Take your foot off the clutch.Automatic engine restart (start phase).– Push down on the clutch.Switching the “START-STOP” system on and offYou can switch the “START STOP” system on/off by pressing the button page 1, fig. 2 .
When start-stop mode is deactivated, the warning light in the button lights up.
If the vehicle is in the stop phase when ma nually switching off the system, the engine
starts immediately.
The “START-STOP” system is very complex. Some of the procedures are hard to check
without servicing. The general conditions for the proper functioning of the “START-
STOP” system are listed in the following overview.
Conditions for the automatic engine shut down (stop phase) Conditions for an automatic restart (start phase)
Conditions for an automatic restart without driver interventionThe gearshift lever is in Neutral.The clutch pedal is not pressed!The driver has fastened the seat belt.The driver's door is closed.The bonnet is closed.The vehicle is at
a standstill.The factory-fitted towing device is no t electrically connected to a trailer.
The minimum engine temperature is reached.The charge state of the vehicle battery is sufficient.The vehicle is not on a slope or on a downhill section.The engine speed is less than 1200 1/min.The temperature of the vehicle battery is not too low or too high.The pressure in the brake system is sufficient.The difference between the outdoor- and the set temperature in the interior is not
too great.The vehicle speed since the last time the engine was switched off was greater than 3
km/h.The particulate filter* is not be ing cleaned, see Owner's manual.The front wheels are not turned excessively (t he steering angle is less than 3/4 of a
steering wheel revolution).The clutch is pressed.The max./min. temperature is set.The Defrost function for the windscreen is switched on.A high blower stage has been selected.The “START STOP” button is pressed.The vehicle moves at a speed of more than 3 km/h.The difference between the outdoor- and the set temperature in the interior is too
great.The vehicle's battery is not sufficiently charged.Insufficient pressure in the brake system.
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Charging the vehicle battery3
Messages in the instrument cluster display (valid for vehicles without MAXIDOT
info display*)
WARNING
•
The brake servo unit and power steerin g only operate if the engine is
running.
•
Never let the vehicle roll wi th the engine switched off.Caution
If the “START-STOP” system is used at very high outside temperatures over a very long
period of time, the vehicle battery can be damaged.
Note
•
Changes to the outdoor temperature can ha ve an effect on the internal tempera-
ture of the vehicle battery even after severa l hours. If the vehicle remains outdoors for
a long time in minus temperatures or in dire ct sunlight, it can take several hours until
the internal temperature of the vehicle battery reaches a suitable temperature for
proper operation of the “START STOP” system.
•
In some instances it may be necessary to start the engine manually with the igni-
tion key (e.g. when the seat belt is not inserted or the driver's door is opened for more
than 30 seconds). Follow the messages in the display of the instrument cluster.
•
If the air conditioning Climatronic* is running in automatic mode, under certain
conditions, the engine may no t switch off automatically.
Charging the vehicle battery
Caution
On vehicles with the “START/STOP” system, the negative cable of the charger must not
be connected directly to the negative pole of the vehicle battery, but only to the engine
earth fig. 3 .Jump-starting on vehicles with the “START-STOP” systemOn vehicles with the “START/STOP” system, the negative cable of the charger must not
be connected directly to the negative pole of the vehicle battery, but only to the engine
earth fig. 3 .Climatic*Using the systemThe set temperature will not be maintained automatically.
ERROR START STOP
Error in the START-STOP system
START STOP NOT POSSIBLE
Automatic engine shut down is not possi-
ble
START STOP ACTIVE
Automatic engine shut down (stop
phase)
SWITCH OFF IGNITION
Switch off the ignition
START MANUALLY
Start the engine manually
Fig. 3 Jump-starting on vehicles with
the START-STOP system
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Climatic*
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Climatic SettingFig. 4 Climatic: Control elementsRecommended settings for the Climatic control elements:
adjusting
Switch positions
Button
Air outlet vents 3
Defrost function, windscreen
and side windows
To the right up to
the stop
3

Switched off
Do not switch on
Open and adjust the flow of air in direction of the side
window
Anti-fog function, windscreen
and side windows
Desired tempera-ture
2

 
Activated
Do not switch on
Open and adjust the flow of air in direction of the side window
Quickest-possible heating
To the right up to
the stop
3

Switched off
briefly switched on
Opening
Comfort temperature
Desired tempera- ture
2 or 3

 
Switched off
Do not switch on
Opening
AA
AB
AC
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Tyre repair kit*5
Grades of petrolPrescribed fuel - unleaded petrol 98/(95) RON
Use unleaded petrol 98 RON. You can also use unleaded RON 95. However some loss
of power is to be expected when doing so.
If unleaded RON 98 or RON 95 is not available, you ca n refuel with unleaded RON 91
in an emergency. After refuelling, conti nue driving at medium engine speeds and
minimum engine load. Driving at high engine speeds or heavy engine loads can lead
to serious engine damage! Refuel with pe trol with the specified octane number as
often as possible.
Fuel with a lower octane number than RON 91 must not be used even in an emer-
gency. Otherwise you can ca use serious engine damage!Tyre repair kit*General informationThe tyre repair kit is located in a box und er the carpet in the luggage compartment.
Use the tyre repair kit to reliably repair tyre damage caused by foreign bodies or a
puncture with diameters up to 4 mm. Do no t remove foreign bodies, e.g. screws or
nails, from the tyre!
The repair can be undertaken on the vehicle immediately. The repair with the tyre repair kit is
not at all intended to replace a permanent repair
on the tyre, this repair only serves to reach the next specialist garage.
Do not use the tyre repair kit:
•
to repair wheel damage,
•
in outside temperatures of less than -20 °C (-4 °F),
•
with gashes or punctures more than 4 mm in size,
•
to repair damage to the tyre wall,
•
for driving with very low tyre pressure or with a flat tyre,
•
if the use-by-date (see inflation bottle) has passed.
WARNING
•
If you find yourself in flowing traffic switch on the hazard warning lights
system and place the warning triangle on the side of the road at the prescribed
distance from your vehicle. Comply with the national legal regulations. In this
way you are protecting not only yourself but also other road users.
•
Park the vehicle as far away as possible from the traffic flow. Park on as flat
and firm a surface as possible.
•
A tyre filled with sealant has the same driving characteristics as a standard
tyre.
•
Do not drive faster than 80 km/h, (50 mph).
•
Avoid accelerating at full throttle, sharp braking and fast cornering.
Quickest-possible cooling
To the left up to the stop
briefly 4, then 2or 3

Activated
briefly switched on
Opening
optimal cooling
Desired tempera- ture
1, 2 or 3

Activated
Do not switch on
Open and adjust the flow of
air in direction of the vehicle roof
Fresh air mode - ventilation
To the left up to the
stop
required position:

Switched off
Do not switch on
Opening
adjusting
Switch positions
Button
Air outlet vents 3
AA
AB
AC
A2
A3
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Tyre repair kit*
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Check the tyre inflation pressure after driving 10 minutes.
•
Sealant is hazardous to heath. Remove immediately if it comes into contact
with the skin.For the sake of the environment
Used or aged sealant must be disposed of in accordance with environmental protec-
tion regulations.
Note
•
Observe the manufacturer's usage instructions for the tyre repair kit.
•
You can purchase a new bottle of sealant from the range of the Škoda original
accessories.
•
Change the wheel that was repaired using the tyre repair kit or consult a specialist
garage about possibilities for getting repairs done.
Components of the tyre repair kitFig. 5 Components of the tyre repair kitThe tyre repair kit is made up of the following parts: Valve remover
Sticker with speed designation “max. 80 km/h”/“max. 50 mph”
Inflation hose with plug
Compressor
Tyre inflation hose
Tyre inflation pressure indicator
Air release valve
ON and OFF switch
Plug for 12V cigarette lighter socket
Tyre inflator bottle with sealing agent
Replacement valve core
The valve remover has a slot at its lower end which fits into the valve core. This is
the only way in which you can remove and re-i nstall the valve core from the tyre valve.
The same also applies to the replacement valve core .
Preparing to use the tyre repair kitBefore using the tyre repair kit, carry out the following preparatory work:
– Park the vehicle as far away as possible from the traffic flow. Park on as flat and firm a surface as possible.
–Have all the occupants get out. While changing a wheel, the occupants of the
vehicle should not stand on the ro ad (e.g. behind a crash barrier).
– Switch off the engine and engage 1st gear or if your vehicle is fitted with an auto-
matic gearbox, position the selector lever into position P .
– Apply the handbrake firmly.
– Check whether you can carry out the repairs with the tyre repair kit page 5,
“General information”.
– If a trailer is coupled, uncouple it.
– Remove the tyre repair kit from the luggage compartment.
– Stick the sticker fig. 5 on the dash panel in view of the driver.
– Do not remove the foreign body, e.g. screw or nail, from the tyre.
WARNING (continued)
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Tyre repair kit*7
– Unscrew the valve cap.
– Use the screwdriver to remove the va lve core and place it down on a clean
surface.Seal and inflate tyresSealing tyres– Forcefully shake the tyre inflator bottle page 6, fig. 5 several times.
– Firmly screw inflation hose onto the tyre inflator bottle in a clockwise direction . The film on the cap is pierced automatically.
– Remove the plug from the inflation hose and plug the open end fully into the tyre valve.
– Hold the bottle with the floor facing up wards and fill the whole sealing agent in
the tyre inflator bottle into the tyres.
– Remove the empty tyre inflator bottle from the valve.
– Screw the valve core back into the tyre valve using the valve remover .Pumping up the tyres– Screw the tyre inflation hose page 6, fig. 5 of the air compressor firmly onto
the tyre valve.
– Check whether the air release valve is closed.
– Start the engine and run it in idle.
– Plug the cable connector into the 12 Vo lt socket in the vehicle, see Owner's
manual.
– Switch on the air compressor with the ON and OFF switch .
– Allow the air compressor to run until reac hing a pressure of 2.0 - 2.5 bars for a
maximum of 8 minutes !
– Switch off the air compressor. – If you cannot reach an air pressure of 2.0 – 2.5 bar, unscrew the tyre inflation hose
from the tyre valve.
– Drive the vehicle 10 metres forwards or backwards to allow the sealing agent to
distribute in the tyre.
– Screw the tyre inflation hose of the air compressor firmly back onto the tyre
valve and repeat the inflation procedure.
– If you cannot reach the required tyre inflation pressure here either, this means the tyre has sustained too much damage. You cannot seal with tyre with the break-
down kit .
– Switch off the air compressor.
– Remove the tyre inflation hose from the tyre valve.
If you reached a tyre inflation pressure of 2.0 – 2.5 bar, resume driving at a maximum
speed of 80 km/h (50 mph).
Check the tyre inflation pressure after driving 10 minutes page 8, “Check after
driving for 10 minutes”.
WARNING
•
During inflation, the tyre inflation hose and air compressor may get hot-
risk of injury!
•
Do not place hot tyre inflation hoses or hot air compressors on flammable
materials - risk of fire!
•
If you cannot inflate the tyre to at least 2.0 bar, this means the damage
sustained was too serious. The sealing agen t cannot be used to seal the tyre. Do
not drive the vehicle. Get professional assistance.Caution
Switch off the air compressor after running 8 minutes at the latest - danger of over-
heating! Allow the air compressor to cool a few moments before switching it on
again.
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