2012 SKODA OCTAVIA boot

An emergency locking mechanism is located on the face side of the doors which
have no locking cylinder, it is only visible after opening the door.›
Remove the panel
A
» Fig. 18 .
›
Insert the key into the slot
B
and turn it into the horizontal position in the di-
rection of the arrow (mirror-inverted on the right doors).
›
Replace the cover.
After closing the door, it cannot be opened from the outside. The door is unlocked by pulling on the door opening lever and is then opened from the outside.
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Luggage compartment lid
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Opening/closing
37
Automatic locking
38
Emergency unlocking
38WARNING■ Ensure that the lock is properly engaged after closing the luggage compart-
ment lid. Otherwise, the boot lid might open suddenly when driving even if it
was locked– risk of accident!■
Never drive with the luggage compartment lid fully opened or slightly ajar
otherwise exhaust gases may get into the interior of the vehicle – risk of poi-
soning!
■
Do not press on the rear window when closing the luggage compartment lid,
it could crack – risk of injury!
CAUTION
If the vehicle was locked before the boot lid was closed, the lid is automatically
locked right away as soon as it is closed.
Note
The function of the handle above the licence plate is deactivated when starting
off or at a speed of 5 km/hour or more for vehicles with central locking. The func-
tion is restored after the vehicle stops and the door is opened.
Opening/closingFig. 19
Handle of boot lid
Fig. 20
Handle in the inner panelling of
the boot lid
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 37.
After unlocking, the boot lid can be opened with the handle above the number
plate.
Opening
›
Press the handle
A
» Fig. 19 and raise the lid in the direction of the arrow
B
.
Closing
›
Pull the lid down the handle
C
» Fig. 20 and close with a slight swing.
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37Unlocking and locking

Automatic lockingFirst read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 37.
If the vehicle was locked before the boot lid was closed, the lid is automatically
locked right away as soon as it is closed.
This feature can be activated/deactivated by a ŠKODA Partner.
Delayed locking
If the boot lid was unlocked with the button 
on the remote control key, then it
is possible to open the lid within a limited period of it being closed.
There is a risk of unwanted entry into the vehicle before the boot lid is locked au- tomatically. Always lock the vehicle using the button 
on the remote control or
with the key if no remote control is available » page 31.
Note
More detailed information is available from your authorised ŠKODA Partner.
Emergency unlocking
Fig. 21
Emergency unlocking of the lug-
gage compartment lid
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 37.
›
Fold the rear seat backrest forward » page 63.
›
Insert the vehicle key into the slot in the trim panel as far as the stop.
›
Unlock the lid by moving it in the direction of the arrow.
›
Open the luggage compartment lid.
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Electrical power windows
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Opening/closing the window from the driver seat
39
Opening the windows in the front passenger door and in the rear doors
40
Force limiter
40
Window convenience operation
40
Operational faults in the automatic power windows
41
The electrical power windows can only be operated when the ignition is switched
on.
After switching the ignition off, it is still possible to open or close the windows for
approx. 10 minutes. The electrical power windows are only switched off com- pletely once the driver's door or front passenger door are opened.
When driving always use the existing heating, air conditioning and ventilation
system for ventilating the interior of the vehicle. If the windows are opened, dust
as well as other dirt can get into the vehicle and in addition the wind noise is
more at certain speeds.
The prerequisite for ensuring that the convenience operating feature correctly is the automatic opening/closing of all windows is operational.
WARNING■ Ensure that no persons are still left in the vehicle when locking the vehicle.
In an emergency, the windows will no longer be able to be opened from the
inside.■
The system is fitted with a force limiter » page 40. If there is an obstacle,
the closing process is stopped and the window goes down by several centi-
metres. The windows should nevertheless be closed carefully! Otherwise
these can cause severe crushing injuries!
■
It is recommended to deactivate the electrical power windows in the rear
doors (safety pushbutton)
S
» Fig. 22 on page 39 when children are being
transported on the rear seats. 
38Using the system

If the vehicle is not fitted with fog lights, the rear fog light is switched on by pull-
ing out the light switch directly to the position 2. This switch only has one posi-
tion.
The warning light  lights up in the instrument cluster when the rear fog light is
switched on » page 12.
When the rear fig light is switched on in towing mode, only the rear fog light of the trailer will light up. This is only the case when the trailer is coupled to a facto-
ry-fitted towing device/a towing device from ŠKODA Original accessories.
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COMING HOME/LEAVING HOME function
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 43.
In poor visibility conditions, this function makes it possible to automatically
switch on the lights for a short time after leaving the vehicle or when approach-
ing the vehicle.
The intensity of the surrounding light for switching on the lights is controlled
with the light sensor in the interior mirror holder.
Switching on the COMING HOME function
›
Turn the light switch into position 
» Fig. 27 on page 45.
›
Switch off the ignition.
The light switches on after opening the driver's door.
Switching off the COMING HOME function
›
Close all doors and the luggage compartment lid.
The light switches off after the pre-set time has passed.
If a door or the boot lid remains open, the light goes out after 60 seconds.
Switching on the LEAVING HOME function
›
Before leaving the vehicle, turn the light switch into position 
» Fig. 27 on
page 45.
The light switches on after unlocking the vehicle with the remote control.
Switching off the LEAVING HOME function
The light switches off after the pre-set time has passed or before the pre-set
time has lapsed after the ignition is switched on or the vehicle is locked.
The COMING HOME/LEAVING HOME function can be configured in the Infotain-
ment » operating instructions for Infotainment , chapter Setting vehicle systems
(CAR button) .
Depending on the equipment fitted the COMING HOME/LEAVING HOME function switches on the following lights:
› Parking lights;
› Low beam;
› Entry lighting in the exterior mirrors;
› Licence plate light.
CAUTION
Do not affix any stickers or similar objects in front of the light sensor on the wind-
screen, so as not to impair or disable the COMING HOME/LEAVING HOME function.
Note
If the COMING HOME/LEAVING HOME function is switched on continuously, the
battery will be heavily discharged particularly over short distances.
Hazard warning light system
Fig. 30
Dash panel: Button for hazard
warning light system
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 43.
Switching on/off
›
Press the button 
» Fig. 30 . 
49Lights and visibility

The rear window is wiped once automatically if the windscreen wipers are onwhen reverse gear is selected.
Automatic rear window wiping can be activated/deactivated in the Infotain-
ment » operating instructions for Infotainment , chapter Setting vehicle systems
(CAR button) .
Top up with windscreen wiper fluid » page 176.WARNING■
Properly maintained windscreen wiper blades are essential for clear visibility
and safe driving » page 56.■
Do not use the windscreen washer system at low temperatures, without
heating the windscreen beforehand. Otherwise the window cleaner could
freeze on the windscreen and restrict the view to the front.
■
Automatic wiping in rain only operates as a support. The driver is not re-
leased from the responsibility to set the function of the windscreen wipers
manually depending on the visibility conditions.
■
Replace the windscreen wiper blades once or twice a year for safety rea-
sons. These can be purchased from a ŠKODA Partner.
CAUTION
■ In cold temperatures and during the winter, check before the journey or before
switching on the ignition that the wiper blades are not frozen to the windscreen. If the windscreen wipers are switched on when the blades are frozen to the
windscreen, this may damage both the blades and windscreen wiper motor!■
If the ignition is switched off while the windscreen wipers are switched on, the
windscreen wipers will continue wiping in the same mode after the ignition is
turned back on. The windscreen wipers could freeze up in cold temperatures be- tween the time the ignition was turned off and when it was turned back on again.
■
Carefully detach frozen wiper blades from the front or rear window.
■
Remove snow and ice from the windscreen wipers before driving.
■
If the windscreen wipers are handled carelessly, there is a risk of damage to the
windscreen.
■
The ignition must not be switched on if the front windscreen wiper arms are fol-
ded out. The wiper blades would move back into their rest position and while do-
ing so damage the paintwork of the bonnet.
Note■ The windscreen wiper switches off each time the ignition switches off for the
third time. This counteracts an early fatigue of the wiper rubbers.■
If there is an obstacle on the windscreen, the wiper will try to push away the
obstacle. The wiper stops automatically after 5 attempts to eliminate the obsta-
cle, in order to avoid a damage to the wiper. Remove the the obstacle and switch
the wiper on again.
■
The rear window wiper only operates if the boot lid is closed.
■
The windscreen washer nozzles for the windscreen are heated when the en-
gine is running and the outside temperature is less than approx. +10 °C.
■
Keep the wiper blades clean. The wiper blades can become soiled with wax resi-
dues after washing in automatic vehicle wash systems for example » page 160.
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Windscreen wipers and washers
Fig. 38
Operating lever: Function of the
the windscreen wipers and
washers
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 53.
Function of the windscreen wipers and washers in the individual posi-
tions » Fig. 38
Wipers off
Periodic windscreen wiping/automatic wiping in rain slow windscreen wipingrapid windscreen wiping
Flick windscreen wiping (spring-tensioned position)
Automatic wipe/wash for windscreen (spring-tensioned position) Wiping the rear window pane (the windscreen wiper wipes every 6 seconds) 
012345654Using the system

WARNING■Make sure that the mirror is not covered by ice, snow, mist or other objects.■Convex (curved outward) exterior mirrors increase the field of vision. They
do, however, make objects appear smaller in the mirror. These mirrors are
therefore only of limited use for estimating distances to the following vehi-
cles.■
Whenever possible use the interior mirror for estimating the distances to
the following vehicles.
■
Automatic dimming mirrors contain an electrolytic fluid which may leak
should the mirror glass break. The leaking electrolytic fluid can irritate the skin, eyes and breath apparatus. Immediately seek out fresh air and leave thevehicle. If this is not possible, open all windows and doors.
■
If you swallow electrolytic fluid, seek medical assistance immediately.
■
If your eyes or skin come into contact with the electrolytic fluid, immediately
wash the affected area for a few minutes long with a lot of water. Then con-
sult a doctor immediately.
■
The illuminated display of an external navigation unit can lead to operation-
al faults to the automatic dimming interior mirror- risk of accident.
CAUTION
Never mechanically fold in or fold back the exterior mirrors with the fold-in func-
tion  by hand as this will damage the electric drive.
Note
■
Automatic mirror dimming operates only properly if the sun screen for the rear
window in the housing on the boot cover is not in use or the light striking the in- terior rear-view mirror is not affected by other objects.■
If the automatic interior mirror dimming is switched off, the exterior mirror dim-
ming is also switched off.
■
Do not touch the surface of the exterior mirrors if the exterior mirror heater is
switched on.
■
If the the electrical exterior mirror setting fails at any time, the two mirrors can
be adjusted by hand by pressing on the edge of the mirror surface.
■
Contact your ŠKODA specialist garage if there is a fault with the power setting
of the exterior mirrors.
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Interior mirrorFig. 41
Manual dimming mirror
Fig. 42
Automatic dimming mirror
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 56.
Manual dimming interior mirror
›
Adjust the lever towards the windscreen at the lower edge of the mirror (the mirror dims)
A
» Fig. 41 .
›
Adjust the lever away from the windscreen at the lower edge of the mirror
(home position)
B
.
Activating/deactivating automatic dimming
›
Press the button
B
, the indicator light
A
lights up » Fig. 42.
To deactivate, press the button
B
again, the warning light
A
goes out.
If the automatic dimming is switched on, the mirror dims automatically depend-
ing on the light striking the mirror from the rear. 
57Lights and visibility

›Push the lever A
» Fig. 50 and fold the seat backrest completely forwards.
Folding backwards›
Hold the rear outer seat belt
C
» Fig. 50 against the side trim panel.
›
Then push the seat backrest back into the upright position until the securing
knob
A
clicks into place – check by pulling on the seat backrest » .
›
Make sure that the red pin
B
is hidden.
WARNING■
The belts and the belt locks must be in their original position after folding
back 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 into the passenger compartment if
there is sudden braking – risk of injury.
■
Ensure that the rear seat backrests are properly engaged. It is only then that
the three-point seat belt for the middle seat can reliably fulfil its function.
CAUTION
Ensure that the seat belts are not damaged when operating the seat backrests. Under no circumstances must the rear seat belts be jammed by the folded back
seat backrests.
Rear armrest
Fig. 51
Rear seats: Armrest
Folding forward
›
Pull on the loop
A
» Fig. 51 and fold the arm rest forwards in the direction of
the arrow.
A cup holder may be located in the armrest » page 69.
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Boot
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Boot light
65
Fastening elements
65
Folding double hooks
66
Fixing nets
66
Fixing floor covering of the boot
66
Luggage net
67
Boot cover
67
Please observe the following for the purpose of maintaining good handling char-
acteristics of your vehicle:
›
Distribute loads as evenly as possible.
›
Place heavy objects as far forward as possible.
›
Attach the items of luggage to the lashing eyes or using the nets » page 65.
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 is dependent on the speed at which the ve-
hicle is travelling and the weight of the object.
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 “object” flies through the interior com-partment and hits an occupant.
WARNING■ Store the objects in the luggage compartment and attach them to the lash-
ing eyes.■
Loose objects can be thrown forward during a sudden manoeuvre or in case
of an accident and can injure the occupants or other road users.
■
Loose objects could hit a deployed airbag and injure occupants - danger of
death! 
64Using the system

WARNING (Continued)■Please note that the handling properties of the vehicle may be affected
when transporting heavy objects as the centre of gravity can be displaced –
risk of accident! The speed and style of driving must be adjusted accordingly.■
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 braking manoeuvres or accidents. To prevent items of luggage from moving around,
always use suitable lashing straps which must be firmly attached to the lash-
ing eyes.
■
The items carried in the luggage compartment must be stored in such a way
that no objects are able to slip forward if any sudden driving or braking ma-
noeuvres are undertaken – risk of injury!
■
When transporting objects in the luggage compartment that has been en-
larged by folding the rear seats forward, ensure the safety of the passengers transported on the other rear seats » page 140, Correct seated position for
the occupants on the rear seats .
■
Do not drive with the luggage compartment lid fully opened or slightly ajar
otherwise exhaust gases may get into the interior of the vehicle – risk of poi-
soning!
■
Do not exceed the permissible axle loads and permissible gross weight of
the vehicle – risk of accident!
■
Do not transport people 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.
Note
Tyre pressure must be adjusted to the load » page 182
, Tyre life .
Boot light
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 64.
The light switches on/off when the boot lid is opened or closed.
NoteIf the boot lid is open and the ignition switched off, the light will extinguish auto-
matically after around 10 minutes.
Fastening elements
Fig. 52
Luggage compartment: Lashing
eyes and fastening elements
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 64.
The boot provides the following fastening elements » Fig. 52.
Lashing eyes for fastening items of luggage and fixing nets.
Fastening elements and eyes for fastening fixing nets.
CAUTION
The maximum permissible load of the lashing eyes A is 3.5 kN (350 kg).
Note
The upper front lashing eye is located underneath the folding rear seat backrest.
AB65Seats and Stowage

Folding double hooksFig. 53
Luggage compartment: Folding
double hooks
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 64.
The folding double hook is used to affix small items of luggage, e.g. bags.
The folding double hook can be located on either of the two sides of the luggage
compartment, according to the model.
CAUTION
An item of luggage with a maximum weight of 5 kg can be attached to each side
of the double hook.
Fixing nets
Fig. 54
Example for fixing nets
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 64.
Examples for attaching the fixing nets » Fig. 54.
Horizontal pocket
Floor net
Vertical pocket
WARNINGDo not exceed the maximum permissible load of the fixing nets. Heavy objects are not secured sufficiently – risk of injury!
CAUTION
■ The maximum permissible load of the fixing nets is 1.5 kg.■Do not place any sharp objects in the nets – risk of damaging the net.
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Fixing floor covering of the boot
Fig. 55
Luggage compartment: fixing
the floor covering
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 64.
A loop is located on the floor covering of the boot.
When handling the spare wheel, for example, you can raise the floor covering andfix it to a hook at the luggage compartment cover using the loop » Fig. 55.
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ABC66Using the system