2011 SKODA OCTAVIA maintenance

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Press the unlocking knob A and fold the seat backrest forwards.
If the front seats are too far back, we recommend that you have the rear head re-
straints removed before the seat backrests are folded forward. Store the removed
head restraints in such a way that they cannot be damaged or soiled. Please refer
to the guidelines ⇒ page 66
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Move seats into the initial position Fig. 48 Lock the seat backrest
Move seats into the initial position
– Install the head restraint in the slightly lifted seat backrest.
– Place the rear lateral seat belt C
⇒  fig. 48 behind the edge of the side trim
panel.
– Then push the seat backrest back into the upright position until the securing
knob clicks into place - check by pulling on the seat backrest.
– Make sure that the red pin B is covered
⇒ fig. 47.
– Move the seat cushion into its original position. WARNING
● The belts and the belt locks must be in their original position after folding
back the seat cushions and the seat backrests - they must be ready to use.
● The seat backrests must be securely interlocked in position so that no ob-
jects in the luggage compartment can slide forwards if there is sudden brak-
ing - risk of injury! WARNING (Continued)
● Pay attention that the seat backrests are correctly interlocked. It is only
then that the three-point seat belt for the middle seat can reliably fulfil its
function.
● Before folding the seat backrest back into the secure position, place the
rear lateral seat belt behind the edge of the side trim panel. Take suitable
measures to prevent that the seat belt is jammed between the seat backrest
and the side trim panel and is thus damaged. 
Removing the seats Fig. 49 Removing the seats
You can enlarge the luggage compartment on vehicles with divided rear seats by
removing the rear seat.
Removing
– Fold the seat cushion forwards completely.
– Press the wire clamps in the direction of the arrow
⇒ fig. 49
and remove the
seat cushion from its holder.
Install
– Press the wire clamps in the direction of the arrow and place it in its holder.
– Fold the seat cushion back into its original position. CAUTION
For vehicles with heated rear seats it is necessary to disconnect the plug connec-
tion for the power supply before removing the seat cushion. For reinstalling the
seat cushion it is necessary to re-connect the plug connection.  65
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Distribute the items of luggage as evenly as possible.
– Place heavy objects as far forward as possible.
– Attach the items of luggage to the lashing eyes or the fixing net ⇒ page 67.
In the event of an accident, there is such a high kinetic energy which is produced
by small and light objects that they can cause severe injuries. The magnitude of
the kinetic energy depends on the speed at which the vehicle is travelling and on
the weight of the object. The speed at which the vehicle is travelling is in this case
the more significant factor.
Example: In the event of a frontal collision at a speed of 50 km/h, an unsecured
object with a weight of 4.5 kg produces an energy, which corresponds to 20 times
its own weight. This means that it results in a weight of approx. 90 kg. You can
imagine the injuries that can occur, if this
“bullet” is flying through the interior
compartment and hits an occupant. WARNING
● Store the objects in the luggage compartment and attach them to the
lashing eyes.
● Loose objects in the passenger compartment can be thrown forward dur-
ing a sudden manoeuvre or in case of an accident and can injure the occupants
or other oncoming traffic. This risk is still increased, if the objects which are
flying around are hit by a deployed airbag. In this case, the objects which are
thrown back can injure the occupants - hazard.
● Please note that the handling properties of your vehicle may be affected
when transporting heavy objects as a result of the displacement of the centre
of gravity. The speed and style of driving must be adjusted accordingly.
● The items carried in the luggage compartment should be stored in such a
way that no objects are able to slip forward if there are any sudden driving or
braking manoeuvres undertaken - risk of injury!
● Never drive with the boot lid fully opened or slightly ajar otherwise ex-
haust gases may get into the interior of the vehicle - risk of poisoning!
● On no account exceed the permissible axle loads and the permissible gross
weight of the vehicle - risk of accident!
● Never transport occupants in the luggage compartment! CAUTION
Make sure that transported objects with sharp edges do not damage the follow-
ing:
● heating elements in the rear window,
● elements of the aerial integrated in the rear window (Octavia),
● elements of the aerial integrated in the rear side windows (Estate car). Note
Tyre pressure must be adjusted to the load ⇒ page 192
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Vehicles of category N1 On vehicles of the category N1, which are not fitted with a protective grille, a lash-
ing set which complies with the standard EN

12195 (1 - 4) must be used for fasten-
ing the load. 
Lashing eyes Fig. 52 Luggage compartment: Lashing eyes Octavia/Estate car
Eyes are located on the sides of the luggage compartment for lashing the goods
to be loaded.
You can also attach a floor fixing net to these eyes for holding small objects.
The floor fixing net and the installation instruction are located in a container un-
der the floor covering of the luggage compartment behind the spare wheel. £ 67
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Folding double hooks (Octavia)
Fig. 55 Luggage compartment: Folding
double hooks
Folding double hooks for attaching small items of luggage, such as bags etc. are
provided on one or both sides of the luggage compartment depending on the
equipment installed in the vehicle ⇒
 fig. 55. CAUTION
An item of luggage weighing up to 5 kg can be attached to each side of the double
hook. 
Folding hooks (Estate car) Fig. 56 Luggage compartment: folding
hooks
Folding hooks for attaching small items of luggage, such as bags etc., are provided
on both sides of the luggage compartment ⇒ fig. 56 . CAUTION
An item of luggage weighing up to 7.5 kg can be attached to the hook. Fixing floor covering of the luggage compartment
Fig. 57 Luggage compartment: Fixing of the floor covering Octavia/Estate car
There is a loop (Octavia) or there are hooks (Estate car) located on the floor cover-
ing of the luggage compartment. You can fix the raised floor cover with a hook to
the luggage compartment cover (Octavia) ⇒ fig. 57 - left, as if one needs to reach
the spare wheel or to the frame of the boot lid (Estate car) ⇒
 fig. 57 - right. 
Luggage net (Octavia) Fig. 58 Luggage compartment: Luggage
net
The luggage net is designed for the transportation of lighter objects. WARNING
● In the storage net you must only stow objects (up to a total weight of 1.5
kg). Heavy objects are not secured sufficiently - risk of injury!
● No objects with sharp edges should be stored in the luggage net, because
they can damage the luggage net. 69
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Division of the variable loading floor in the boot
Fig. 61 Luggage compartment: Dividing
the luggage compartment with variable
loading floor
The luggage compartment can be divided with the variable loading floor.
– Lift up the part with the holder and secure it by sliding it into the grooves
⇒ fig. 61 . 
Removing variable loading floor in the luggage compartment Fig. 62 Luggage compartment: Remove variable loading floor/remove carrier rails
The variable loading floor makes handling of bulky items of luggage easier. You
can remove the variable loading floor if necessary.
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Unlock the variable loading floor by turning the safety eyes A
⇒  fig. 62 to the
left by around 90°.
– Fold together the loading floor and take it out by moving in direction of arrow.
– Unlock the carrier rails B by turning the arbour-mounted fixing eyes
C to the
right by approx. 90°. WARNING
Pay attention when installing the variable loading floor that the carrier rails
and the variable loading floor are correctly attached. If this is not the case,
there is a risk of injury for the occupants. CAUTION
The maximum load of the variable loading floor is 75 kg. 
Net partition (Estate car) Use the luggage net partition behind the rear seats Fig. 63 Folding down the storage compartment cover/pulling out the luggage net partition
Pulling out
– Fold down the storage compartment cover behind the rear seats
⇒ fig. 63
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left.
– Pull the luggage net partition at the bracket A out of the housing
B in direc-
tion of the holders C .
– Insert the cross rod into one of the mounts C and push the cross rod forward.
– In the same way, fix the cross rod to the other side of the vehicle, mount C .
– Fold the storage compartment cover downwards.
Folding
– Fold down the storage compartment cover behind the rear seats ⇒ fig. 63 .£ 71
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Install
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Position the luggage net partition housing into the mounts in the rear seat
backrests.
– Push the luggage net partition housing in the opposite direction of arrow 1as far as the stop.
– Fold the rear seats back into its original position. WARNING
Pay attention that the rear seat backrest is correctly interlocked. It is only
then that the three-point seat belt for the middle seat can reliably fulfil its
function. 
The roof rack Description CAUTION
● Only use roof racks approved by ŠKODA.
● If you use other roof rack systems or if the roof bars are not properly fitted,
then any damage which may result to your car is not covered by the warranty
agreements. It is therefore essential to pay attention to the fitting instructions
supplied with the roof luggage rack system.
● On models fitted with a power sliding/tilting roof, ensure that the opened slid-
ing/tilting roof does not strike any items of luggage transported on the roof.
● Ensure that the opened boot lid does not collide with the roof load. For the sake of the environment
The increased aerodynamic drag results in a higher fuel consumption. Note
If a vehicle is not factory-equipped with a roof rack, it can be purchased from the
ŠKODA Original Accessories Lashing points (Octavia)
Fig. 66 Attachment points for base roof
carrier
Perform the assembly and the disassembly according to the attached instructions. Note
● If you have any questions, please contact a specialist garage.
● The figure is not valid for an estate car. 
Roof load Distribute the weight evenly over the roof luggage rack system. The maximum
permissible roof load (including roof rack system) of
75 kg and the maximum per-
missible total weight of the vehicle should not be exceeded.
You cannot make full use of the permissible roof load if you use a roof luggage
rack system with a lower load carrying capacity. The load transported on the roof
luggage rack system must not exceed the weight limit which is stated in the fit-
ting instructions. WARNING
● The items which you transport on the roof bar system must be reliably at-
tached - risk of accident!
● You must on no account exceed the permissible roof load, the permissible
axle loads and the permissible gross weight of your vehicle - risk of accident!
● Please note that the handling properties of your vehicle change when you
transport heavy or bulky items on the roof bar system as a result of the dis-
placement of the centre of gravity and the increased wind attack area - risk of
accident! You must absolutely adapt your style of driving and the speed of the
vehicle to the specific circumstances. 73
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Note holder
Fig. 69 Windscreen: Note holder
The parking ticket holder is designed e.g. for attaching a car park ticket in parking
areas.
The attached note has to always be removed before starting off in order not to
restrict the driver's vision. 
Ashtray Front ashtray Fig. 70 Centre console: Front ashtray/remove front ashtray insert
Opening ashtray
– Press on the bottom part of the cover of the ashtray - refer to A
⇒  fig. 70. Removing ashtray insert
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Press on the ashtray insert in the area B (the insert comes out) and you can
take it out.
Insert ashtray insert
– Insert the ashtray insert into the mount and press it in. WARNING
Never lay flammable objects in the ashtray basin - risk of fire! 
Rear ashtray - low centre console Fig. 71 Low centre console: Rear ashtray
Opening ashtray
– Grasp the ashtray cover at the lower edge A and fold it open in the direction
of arrow ⇒ fig. 71 .
Removing ashtray
– Grasp the ashtray at the handle B and pull it out in an upward direction.
Replacing ashtray
– Insert the ashtray into the console and press it in. WARNING
Never lay flammable objects in the ashtray basin - risk of fire! 75
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CAUTION
Always use matching plugs to avoid damaging the power socket. Note
● Connecting electrical components when the engine is not running will drain
the battery of the vehicle - risk of battery draining!
● Further information ⇒ page 197, Accessories, changes and replacement of
parts . 
Power socket in the luggage compartment (Estate car) Fig. 74 Luggage compartment: Power
socket
– Open the cover of the power socket ⇒
 fig. 74.
– Connect the plug of the electrical appliance to the socket.
You can only use the power socket for the connection of approved electrical ac-
cessories with a power uptake up to 120 watts. The vehicle battery will be dis-
charged in the process if the engine is stationary.
The same remarks apply here as for ⇒ page 76, Cigarette lighter, power sockets

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Further information ⇒ page 197, Accessories, changes and replacement of parts. 
Storage compartments Overview You will find the following storage facilities in your vehicle: Storage compartment on the front passenger side ⇒ page 78
Storage compartment on the driver's side ⇒ page 78
Storage compartment on the dash panel ⇒ 
page 79 Stowage compartment in front centre console ⇒ 
page 79 Storage net on the front centre console ⇒ 
page 79 Stowage compartment for spectacles ⇒ page 80
Storage compartment in the front doors ⇒ page 80
Stowage compartment below front passenger seat ⇒ page 80
Front seat armrest with storage compartment ⇒ page 80
Rear armrest with storage compartment ⇒ 
page 81 Stowage compartment in rear centre console ⇒ 
page 81 Seat backrest with opening for skis ⇒ 
page 82 Removable through-loading bag ⇒ 
page 82 Side compartment ⇒ 
page 83 Stowage compartment behind the rear seats (Estate
car) ⇒ 
page 83 Clothes hooks ⇒ 
page 83 WARNING
● Please do not place anything on top of the dash panel. Such objects might
slide or fall down when driving (when accelerating or cornering) and may dis-
tract you from concentrating on the traffic situation - risk of accident!
● Ensure that when driving no objects from the centre console of from other
storage possibilities may get into the footwell of the driver. You would then
no longer be able to apply the brakes, operate the clutch or accelerator - risk
of accident! 77
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Storage compartment on the dash panel
Fig. 78 Dash panel: Storage compart-
ment
– Press in the middle of the storage compartment ⇒ fig. 78 - the lid folds open
Certain model versions are equipped without lid for the storage compartment. WARNING
● The storage compartment is not a substitute for the ashtray and must also
not be used for such purposes - risk of fire!
● The storage compartment must always be closed when driving for safety
reasons.
● Do not put any highly inflammable objects or objects which are sensitive to
heat (e.g. lighters, sprays, spectacles, carbonated drinks) in the storage com-
partment. 
Stowage compartment in front centre console Fig. 79 Front centre console: Storage
compartment–
Press on the bottom part of the storage compartment in the area A ⇒ 
fig. 79 -
the lid opens. WARNING
The storage compartment is not a substitute for the ashtray and must also
not be used for such purposes - risk of fire! 
Storage net on the front centre console Fig. 80 Front centre console: Storage
net
The storage net in the front centre console ⇒ fig. 80 is designed for the transport
of smaller objects. WARNING
● In the storage net you must only stow objects (up to a total weight of 0.5
kg). Heavy objects are not secured sufficiently - risk of injury!
● No objects with sharp edges should be stored in the luggage net, because
they can damage the luggage net. 79
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