2010 SKODA OCTAVIA TOUR warning lights

Instruments and warning lights
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The maximum distance indicated in both memories is 99 hours and 59 minutes. The
indicator is set back to null if this period is exceeded.Warning against excessive speeds*An acoustic warning signal will sound when the vehicle speed exceeds 120 kilometres
per hour. The acoustic warning signal will switch off again when the vehicle speed goes
below this speed limit.
This function is only valid for some export countries.Information display*Introduction
The information display provides you with information in a convenient way
concerning the current operating state of your vehicle . The information system also
provides you with data (depending on the equipment installed in the vehicle) relating
to the radio and multi-functional indicator.
Certain functions and operatin g conditions are always being checked on the vehicle
when the ignition is switched on and also while driving.
Functional faults, if required repair work and other information are indicated by red
symbols and yellow symbols.
Lighting up of these symbols is combined with an acoustic warning signal.
Information and text s giving warnings are also shown in the display page 25.
The display of text is possible in the following languages: Czech, English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese.
The desired language can be set by a specialist garage.
The following information can be shown in the display (depending on the equipment
installed on the vehicle):
Fig. 22 Instrument cluster: large
information display
Menu
 page 23
Door and boot lid warning
page 23
Displays of the multi-functional indicator
page 16
Fig. 23 Instrument cluster: small
information display
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Using the system
Safety
Driving Tips
General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
Technical Data
Menu– You can activate the menu by pressing the rocker switch fig. 25 for more
than 1 second.
– You can select individual menu points by means of the rocker switch . The selected information is displayed after pr essing the button for a short time or
after releasing the rocker swit ch (after about 4 seconds). You can select the following information (d
epending on the equipment installed on
the vehicle):
After selecting the menu point DISPLAY OFF the display is switched off. Press the
rocker switch for more than 1 seco nd to switch the display on again.
The Information CAR STATUSflashes in the menu if there is something which is not in
proper order on the vehicle (e.g. warning of a low fuel level). The first warning will be
displayed after switching over to CAR STATUS. You can then display other operating
conditions afterwards using the switch-o ver function (such as water level low).
Door and boot lid warningThe door and boot lid warning lights up if at least one door or the boot lid is not closed.
The symbol displays the respective opened door and boot lid.
The symbol goes out as soon as the doors and the boot lid are completely closed.
As an additional warning signal, a 3 time peep sounds if the car is driven at a speed of
more than 6km/hour and if the door is open.Auto Check ControlCar stateThe Auto Check Control carries out a chec k of certain functions and vehicle compo-
nents. The check is performed constantly when the ignition is switched on, both when
the vehicle is stationary, as well as when driving.
Operational faults, urgent repairs, service work or other information appear in the
display of the instrument cluster. The disp lays are shown with a red or yellow light
symbol depending on the priority of the message.
Warning symbols or warning lights
 page 25
Displays of the Service Interval Display
page 18
Displays of the radio
Fig. 24 Information display:
MenuFig. 25 Information display:
Control elements
AA
AA
AB
AA
TRIP COMPUTER (AUTO COMPUTER)
 page 19
CAR STATUS
page 23
DISPLAY OFF
AA
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The red symbols indicate danger (priority 1) while the yellow symbols indicate a
warning (priortity 2). Information for the driver may also appear in addition to the
symbols page 25.
Investigate the displayed faults as soon as po ssible. If several operational faults exist at
the same time, the symbols will appear one after the other and are each visible for
about 2 seconds.
The error messages are faded out after 10 seconds or by actuating the rocker switch
 page 23, fig. 25 and are stored under the information CAR STATUS.
There is at least one error message to be read when the term CAR STATUS is flashing
in the menu. In the display STATUS 1/2 lights up, for example, if a number of error
messages are present. This display indicates that the first of a total of two error
messages should be displayed.
Actuate the rocker switch , to call up the individual error messages.
If a fault occurs, a warning signal will also sound in addition to the symbol and text in
the display:
Priority 1 - three warning signals

Priority 2 - one warning signal
Red symbols
A red symbol signals danger.Proceed as follows if a red symbol is displayed:
– Stop the vehicle.
– Switch the engine off.
– Check the functions indicated.
– Obtain professional assistance.
Meaning of the red symbols: Three
successive warning signals will sound if a red symbol appears. The symbol
continues flashing until the fault is rectified.
If several operational faults of priority 1 exist, the symbols appear one after the other
and are each illuminated for about 2 seconds.
Yellow symbols
A yellow symbol signals a warning.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 illuminated for about 2 seconds.
Check the relevant function as soon as possible.
AA
AA

Faults in the brake surface
 page 31

Coolant level too low/c oolant temperature too
high
 page 28

Engine oil pressure too low
page 29

Fuel level low
page 29

Check engine oil level, engine oil sensor faulty
page 29

Brake pad worn
page 29

Washer fluid level low
page 29

faulty bulb
page 27
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Using the system
Safety
Driving Tips
General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
Technical Data
Warning lightsOverview
The warning lights indicate certain functions or faults.
Fig. 26 Instrument cluster with warning lights

Turn signal lights (to the left)
page 26

Turn signal lights (to the right)
page 26

Turn signal system for vehicles towing a
trailer*
page 26

Main beam light
page 26

Low beam light
page 26

Fog lights*
page 27

Rear fog light
page 27

Electronic immobiliser
page 27

Bulbs*
page 27

Control system for exhaust
page 27

EPC fault light* (petrol engine)
page 27

Glow plug system (diesel engine)
page 27

Airbag system*
page 28

Coolant temperature/coolant level
page 28
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
If you do not pay attention to the warning lights coming on and the corre-
sponding descriptions and warning notes, this may result in severe body inju-
ries or major vehicle damage.

The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. There is a risk of
injuries, scalding, accident s and fire when working in the engine compartment,
e.g. inspecting and replenishing oil and other fluids. It is also essential to
observe all warnings page 148.
Note

Arrangement of the indicator lights depends on the model and model version. The
symbols shown in the following functional description are to be found as indicator
lights in the instrument cluster.

Operational faults are shown in the instrument cluster as red symbols (priority 1 -
danger) or yellow symbol s (priority 2 - warning).
Turn signal system

Either the left
 or right
 indicator light flashes depending on the position of the turn
signal lever.
The indicator light flashes at twice its normal rate if a turn signal light fails. This does
not apply when towing a trailer.
Switching off the hazard warning light system is switched on will cause all of the turn
signal lights as well as both indicator lights to flash.
Further information about the turn signal system page 49.
Turn signal system for vehicles towing a trailer

*
The warning light
 flashes together with the other turn signal lights only if the vehicle
is towing a trailer.
The indicator light does not flash if a turn sign al light on the trailer or on the vehicle is
not operating.
Main beam

The indicator light
 comes on when the main beam is selected or also when the
headlight flasher is operated.
Further information about the main beam page 49.
Low beam

The warning light
 comes on when low beam is selected page 46.

Brake pad wear*
page 29

Fuel reserve
page 29

Engine oil
page 29

Open door*
page 30

Fluid level in windshield washer system*
page 29

Antilock brake system (ABS)*
page 30

Traction control system (TCS)*
page 31

Electronic stability programme (ESP)*
page 31

Dynamo
page 31

Brake system
page 31

Seat belt warning light*
page 32
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Using the system
Safety
Driving Tips
General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
Technical Data
Fog lights
*
The warning light
 comes on when the fog lights are operating.
Rear fog light

The warning light
 comes on when the rear fog lights are operating page 47.
Electronic immobiliser

Data is compared between the ignition key and the control unit when switching on the
ignition. The indicator light

will light up for a few seconds when ignition key
authorisation is confirmed.
The warning light will start flashing continuous ly if a non-authorised ignition key (for
example the wrong ignition key) has be en used. The engine cannot be started
 page 34.
It is only possible to start the engine of the vehicle with a Genuine Škoda key with the
matching code.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
IMMOBIL. ACTIVATED
Bulbs

The warning light
 comes on if a bulb is faulty:

Brakes applied (brake light);

Switching on the lights (front low beam or rear parking lights).
A peep sounds as an additional warning signal.
Control system for exhaust

The warning light
 comes on after the ignition has been switched on.
If the warning light does not go out after star ting the engine or it lights up or flashes
when driving, a fault exists in an exhaust relevant component. The engine manage- ment system selects an emergency programme which enables you to drive to the
nearest specialist garage by adopting a gentle style of driving.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
EMISSIONS WORKSHOP!
EPC fault light

(petrol engine)
The
 (Electronic Power Control) warning light comes on for a few seconds when the
ignition is switched on.
If the warning light
 does not go out or lights up after starting the engine, a fault
exists in the engine control. The engine management system selects an emergency
programme which enables you to drive to the nearest specialist garage by adopting a
gentle style of driving.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
ENGINE WORKSHOP!
Glow plug system

(diesel engine)
The warning light
 lights up for a cold engine when switching on the ignition (pre-
heat position) 2  page 87. Start the engine just as s oon as the indicator light goes out.
The glow plug indicator light will come on for about 1 second if the engine is at a
normal operating temperature or if the outside temperature is above +5°C. This
means that you can start the engine right away.
There is a fault in the glow plug system if the warning light
 does not come on at
all or lights up continuously . Contact a specialist garage as soon as possible to obtain
assistance.
If the warning light
 begins to flash while driving, a fault exists in the engine control.
The engine management syst em selects an emergency programme which enables you
to drive to the nearest specialist garage by adopting a gentle style of driving.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
ENGINE WORKSHOP!
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Airbag system

Monitoring the airbag system
The warning light
 comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on.
There is a fault in the system if the warning light does not go out or comes on or flashes
while driving  . This also applies if the warning light does not come on when the
ignition is switched on.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
AIRBAG FAULT
The functionality of the airbag system is also monitored electronically when one airbag
has been switched off.
Front airbag or side passenger airbag deactivated using the diagnostic equip-
ment:

The warning light
 lights up for 3 seconds after switching on the ignition and then
flashes again for 12 seconds.
The following situation applies if the ai rbag has been switched off using the
switch for the airbag* in the storage compartment:

The warning light
 comes on for 3 seconds after the ignition has been switched
on.

The deactivation of the airbag is indicated by the lighting up of the indicator light

 in the interior lighting page 113.WARNING
Have the airbag system checked immediat ely by a specialist garage if a fault
exists. Otherwise, there is a risk of the airbag not being activated in the event of
an accident.
Note
Further information about switching off airbags page 113.
Coolant temperature/coolant level

The warning light  comes on for a few seconds
2) when the ignition is switched on.
The coolant temperature is too high or the coolant level too low if the warning light

does not go out or flashes while driving.
3 peeps sound as an additional warning signal.
In this case stop and switch the engine off and check the coolant level; top up the
coolant as necessary.
Do not continue your journey if for some reason it is not possible under the condi-
tions prevailing to top up with coolant. Keep the engine switched off and obtain
professional assistance from a specialist garage, otherwise it could lead to severe
engine damage.
If the coolant is within the specified range, the increased temperature may be caused
by an operating problem at the coolant fan. Check the fuse for the coolant fan, replace
it if necessary page 178, “Fuse assignment in engi ne compartment - version 1” or
 page 179, “Fuse assignment in engine compartment - version 2”.
Do not continue driving if the warning light does not go off although the fluid is at the
correct level and also the fuse of the fan is in proper order. Contact a specialist garage
to obtain assistance.
Please refer to the following guidelines page 152, “Cooling system”.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*: STOP CHECK COOLANT SERVICE MANUAL
WARNING

If you must stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe
distance from the traffic and switch of f the engine and switch on the hazard
warning light system  page 48.

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.
2)The warning light  on vehicles fitted with information display does not come on after switching
the ignition on, but only if the coolant temperature is too high or the coolant level is too low.
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Using the system
Safety
Driving Tips
General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
Technical Data

Do not touch the coolant fan The coolant fan may switch on automatically
even if the ignition is off.
Thickness of the brake pads*

The warning light
 comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on.
If the warning light  comes on, contact a specialist garage immediately and have the
brake pads on all of the wheels inspected.
A peep sounds as an additional warning signal.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*: CHECK BRAKE PADS
Windshield washer fluid level*

The warning light
 comes on when the ignition is swit ched on if there is insufficient
fluid in the windshield washer system. Top up with liquid page 159.
A peep sounds as an additional warning signal.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*: TOP UP WASH FLUID
Fuel reserve

The warning light
 comes on, if the fuel level is still below 7 litres.
A peep sounds as an additional warning signal.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*: PLEASE REFUEL
Note
The Text in the information display* goes out only after refuelling and driving a short
distance.
Engine oil

The warning light

lights up red (low oil pressure)
The warning light comes on for a few seco nds when the ignition is switched on
3).
Stop the vehicle and switch the engine off if the warning light does not go off within
a few seconds after switching on the ignition or flashes while driving. Check the oil
level and top up with oil as necessary page 151.
3 peeps sound as an additional warning signal.
Do not continue your journey if for some reason it is not possible under the condi-
tions prevailing to top up with oil. Keep the engine switched off and obtain profes-
sional assistance from a specialist garage, otherwise it could lead to severe engine
damage.
Do not drive any further if the warning light remains on even if the oil is at the correct
level. Do not run the engine not at idling speed either. Contact the nearest specialist
garage to obtain professional assistance.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
STOP! OIL PRESS. STOP MOTOR! SERVICE MANUAL
The warning light

lights up yellow* (oil quantity too low)
If the warning light lights up yellow, there is not the correct quantity of oil in the engine.
Check as soon as possible the oil level or top up page 151 with engine oil.
A peep sounds as an additional warning signal.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*: CHECK OIL LEVEL
When opening the bonnet, the warning light goes out. If no engine oil has been replen-
ished, the warning light will come on again after driving about 100 km.
The warning light

flashes yellow* (engine oil level sensor faulty)
A fault on the engine oil level sensor is indicated additionally by an audible signal and
the warning light coming on several times after the ignition has been switched on.
WARNING (continued)
3)The warning light  on vehicles fitted with information display does not come on after switch-
ing the ignition on, but only if a fault exists or the engine oil level is too low.
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