2012 SKODA OCTAVIA sensor

Deactivating›Turn the light switch to position 0,  or  » Fig. 27 .
If the light switch is in position , the symbol  lights up next to the light
switch. If the light is switched on automatically, the symbol  next to the light
switch also lights up.
Automatic headlight control in rain
If the light switch is in position  and if automatic wiping in rain or wiping (posi-
tion 2 or 3) is switched on for longer than 30 seconds » page 54, the side lights
and low beam will switch on automatically.
The light switches off when automatic wiping/wiping (position 2 or 3) is not
switched on for longer than approx. 4 seconds.
The automatic headlight control in rain can be activated/deactivated in the Info-tainment » operating instructions for Infotainment , chapter Setting vehicle sys-
tems (CAR button) .
CAUTION
Do not affix any stickers or similar objects in front of the light sensor on the wind-
screen, so that its functionality is not impaired or disabled.
Adaptive headlights (AHL)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 43.
The AFS system works in tandem with automatic driving lamp control 
, please
read the following » page 45.
The AFS system makes sure the street remains lit up depending on the traffic and weather situation.
The system automatically adjusts the cone of light in front of the vehicle based
on the vehicle speed, whether the windscreen wipers are in use, the rear fog lights, and data from Infotainment Navigation.
Activating
›
Turn the light switch into position 
» Fig. 27 on page 45.
Deactivating
›
Turn the light switch to position 0, 
or 
» Fig. 27 on page 45.
The AHL system operates in the following modes.
Out of town mode
The cone of light in front of the vehicle is similar to the low beam. The mode is
active if none of the following modes are active.
City mode
The cone of light in front of the vehicle is adjusted so that it illuminates the adja- cent pavement, crossings, etc. The mode is active at speeds of 15-50 km/h.
Motorway mode
The cone of light in front of the vehicle is adjusted so that the driver can respond
in time to an obstruction or other hazard in time. The mode is active at speeds
above 110 km/h.
Rain mode
The cone of light in front of the vehicle is adjusted so that the driver can reduce the glare from oncoming traffic in rain. The mode is active at speeds of 50 –
90 km/h and if the windscreen wipers continuously operate for a period of time
longer than 2 minutes. The mode is deactivated when the windscreen wipers are switched off for longer than 8 minutes.
Fog mode
The cone of light in front of the vehicle is adjusted so that the driver is not daz-
zled by the reflection of the cone of light by fog in front of the vehicle. The mode
is active at speeds of 15 – 70 km/h and if the rear fog light is switched on for a
period of time longer than 10 seconds. The mode is deactivated when the rear fig
light is switched off for longer than 5 seconds.
Dynamic cornering lights
The cone of light in front of the vehicle is adjusted to the steering angle so that
the road in the curve is illuminated. This function is active at speeds greater than
10 km.h and in all AFS modes.
Tourist light
This mode makes it possible to drive in countries with opposing traffic system, driving on the left/right, without dazzling the oncoming vehicles. When the “tou- rist light” mode is active, the above-mentioned modes and the side swivel of the
headlights is deactivated.
The "Tourist light" mode can be configured in the Infotainment » operating in-
structions for Infotainment , chapter Setting vehicle systems (CAR button) .46Using 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.

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

When the interior lights are switched on or the reverse gear is engaged, the mir-
ror always moves back into the basic position (not dimmed).
Do not attach external navigation devices on to the windscreen or in the vicinity
of the automatic dimming interior mirror » page 57,
in section Introduction .

Exterior mirror
Fig. 43
Inner part of door: Rotary knob
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 56.
Mirror heater
›
Set the rotary knob into the position 
» Fig. 43 .
The mirror heater only operates when the engine is running and up to an outside temperature of +35 ℃.
Adjusting both mirrors in sync
›
Set the rotary dial into position 
or, on right-hand drive vehicles, into position
 » Fig. 43 . The movement of the mirror surface is identical to the movement of
the rotary knob.
The synchronous setting of both mirrors can be activated/deactivated in the Info-
tainment » operating instructions for Infotainment , chapter Setting vehicle sys-
tems (CAR button) .
Adjusting the front passenger's mirror
›
Set the rotary dial into position 
or, on right-hand drive vehicles, into position

» Fig. 43 . The movement of the mirror surface is identical to the movement of
the rotary knob.
Switching off operating control
›
Set the rotary knob into the position 
» Fig. 43 .
Folding-in both of the exterior mirrors with the rotary knob›Set the rotary knob into the position  » Fig. 43 .
It is only possible to fold in both exterior mirrors when the ignition is switched on and at a speed of up to 50 km/h.
The mirrors are folded back into the driving position after the rotary knob is
turned from the position  to a different one.
Folding-in both of the exterior mirrors using the remote control key›
Hold down the lock button  on the remote control key, or when using the
KESSY system, keep your finger on the sensor
1
» Fig. 15 on page 33.
Folding in requires that all electrical power windows are working » page 41, Op-
erational faults in the automatic power windows .
The exterior mirror is folded back into the driving position when the ignition is
switched on.
Folding in of both mirrors can be activated/deactivated in the Infotainment » op-
erating instructions for Infotainment , chapter Setting vehicle systems (CAR but-
ton) .
Automatic dimming mirror
The exterior mirrors are dimmed together with the automatic dimming interior
mirror » page 57 .
Tilting surface of front passenger mirror
On vehicles fitted with the memory function for the driver seat » page 61, the
surface of the mirror tilts down slightly when the reverse gear is engaged and the rotary knob is in the position 
or in position 
on vehicles with right-hand
drive » Fig. 43 . This provides an aid in seeing the kerb of the pavement when
parking the car.
The mirror returns into its initial position, after the rotary knob is moved out of
the position 
or position 
on vehicles with right-hand drive, and put into another
position or if the speed is more than 15 km/h.
Tilting the surface of the front passenger mirror can be activated/deactivated in the Infotainment » operating instructions for Infotainment , chapter Setting vehi-
cle systems (CAR button) .
Memory function for mirrors
On vehicles fitted with the memory function for the driver seat » page 61 or the
memory function for the remote control key » page 61 it is possible to save the
position of the exterior mirror when saving the driver seat position.

58Using the system

Switch automatic mode on/off » page 87
Switch the cooling system on/off » page 87
Note
The interior temperature sensor is located between the buttons  and SETUP.
Do not stick anything on or cover the sensor, otherwise it could have an unfav-
ourable effect on the Climatronic.
Automatic mode
Automatic mode works in three modes - weak, medium, and intensive.
Information on the setting » Bedienungsanleitung Infotainment, chapter Addi-
tional functions (CAR button) .
Switching on
›
Set the temperature between +16 °C and +29 °C using the control dials
A
and
C
» Fig. 86 on page 86.
›
Press the button AUTO and the indicator light in the button illuminates.
Switching off
›
Press any button for the air distribution or increase/reduce the blower speed.
After the Climatronic is switched on, it works in the last selected mode. The currently selected mode is displayed in the Infotainment display.Climatronic is set to the medium setting by default.
Note
We recommend that you adjust the air outlet vents 3 and 4 » Fig. 82 on page 82,
so that the air flow is directed slightly upwards.
Switch cooling system on/off
›
Press the button  and the indicator light in the button illuminates.
›
Pressing the button
 again switches off the cooling system - the indicator
light in the button goes out.
After the cooling system is switched off, only the ventilation function remains ac-
tive whereby the minimum temperature that can be reached is the outside tem-
perature.
AUTOSetting temperature
The interior temperature for the left and right side can be set separately or to-
gether.
For both sides›
Turn the control dial
A
» Fig. 86 on page 86 to the left or right to increase or
decrease the temperature.
The warning light in the button DUAL
goes out.
For the right side
›
Turn the control dial
C
» Fig. 86 on page 86 to the left or right to increase or
decrease the temperature.
The indicator light lights up in the DUAL
button.
If the indicator light in the button DUAL
is illuminated, the temperature for both
sides cannot be set with the control dial
A
. This function can be restored by
pressing the button DUAL. The warning light in the button goes out.
The interior temperature can be set between +16 ℃ and +29 ℃. The interior tem-
perature is regulated automatically within this range.
If a temperature lower than +16 ℃ is selected, a blue symbol lights up on the con-
trol dial.
If a temperature higher than +29 ℃ is selected, a red symbol lights up on the con-
trol dial.
At both end positions, Climatronic runs at maximum cooling/heating output and
the temperature is automatically not regulated.
CAUTION
Lengthy and uneven distribution of the air flow out of the vents (especially
around the feet) and large differences in temperature, for example, when getting
out of the vehicle, can cause susceptible individuals to catch a cold.
Automatic recirculated air mode
Recirculated air mode largely prevents polluted air from outside the vehicle get- ting into the vehicle, for example, when driving through a tunnel or when stand-
ing in a traffic jam. 
87Heating and air conditioning system

If a considerable increase in concentration of pollutants is recognised by the air
quality sensor, recirculated air mode will temporarily be switched off.
If the concentration of pollutants decreases to the normal level, the air distribu-
tion control is automatically switched off so that fresh air can be guided into the
vehicle interior.
In recirculated air mode air is sucked out of the interior of the vehicle and then
fed back into the interior. When the automatic air distribution control is switched on, an air quality sensor measures the concentration of pollutants in the drawn inair.
If the air quality sensor does not switch on automatic recirculated air mode when there is an unpleasant smell, you can switch in on manually.
Switching on/off›
Press the button  and the warning light underneath the button illuminates.
›
Press the button  again, the warning light underneath the button goes out,
where necessary press the button AUTO.
You can also switch the system on/off in he Infotainment » Bedienungsanleitung
Infotainment, chapter Setting vehicle systems (CAR button) .
WARNINGDo not leave recirculated air mode on over a longer period of time, as “stale”
air can cause fatigue of the driver and passengers, reduce attention levels and
also cause the windows to mist up. The risk of having an accident increases.
Switch off recirculated air mode as soon as the windows start to mist up.
Note
■ If the windscreen mists up, press the button . Press the button AUTO when
the windscreen is demisted.■
The automatic air distribution control operates only if the outside temperature
is higher than approx. 2 °C.

Controlling blower
The blower stage can be manually adapted to suit your particular needs.
›
Turn the control dial
B
» Fig. 86 on page 86 to the left or right to increase or
decrease the blower speed.
If the blower speed is reduced to a minimum, Climatronic is switched off.
The set blower speed is displayed in the control dial B when the respective num-
ber of warning lights come on.WARNING■ “Stale air” may result in fatigue in the driver and occupants, reduce attention
levels and also cause the windows to mist up. The risk of having an accident
increases.■
Do not switch off the Climatronic system for longer than necessary.
■
Switch on the Climatronic system as soon as the windows mist up.

Defrosting windscreen
Switching on/off
›
Press the button 
» Fig. 86 on page 86.
›
Press the button  or the button
AUTO again.
More air flows out of the air outlet vents 1 » Fig. 82 on page 82. The temperature
control is controlled automatically.

Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and ventilation)
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Switching on/off
89
setting
90
Remote control
90
Replacing the battery in the remote control
91
Function prerequisites when switching on:
› Comfort temperature has been set;
› The blower is switched on;
› the air outlet vents are opened;
› The air outlet is set to position

or 
.
Auxiliary heating (parking heating) › It can be used when stationary, when the engine is switched off to preheat the
vehicle and while driving (e.g. during the heating phase of the engine);
› It works in tandem with the hearer, air-conditioning system or Climatronic;

88Using the system

The TCS should normally always be switched on. It may be advisable to switch off
the system only in exceptional circumstances, such as:
› when driving with snow chains;
› when driving in deep snow or on a very loose surface;
› when it is necessary to “rock a vehicle free” when it has got stuck.
The TCR can be deactivated in the Infotainment or with the button 
» Fig. 106 » operating instructions for Infotainment , chapter Setting vehicle
systems (CAR button) .
The warning light  lights up in the instrument cluster when the TCR is deactiva-
ted.
Ensure the TCS is activated again afterwards.

Electronic differential lock (EDL)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 112.
If one of the wheels starts to spin, the EDL system brakes the spinning wheel and transfers the driving force to the other wheels. This ensures the stability of the
vehicle and a quick journey.
The EDL switches off automatically if severe stresses exist in order to avoid ex- cessive heat generation in the disc brake on the wheel which is being braked. The
vehicle can continue to be driven and has the same characteristics as a vehicle
not fitted with EDL. The EDL switches on again automatically as soon as the
brake has cooled down.

Parking aidFig. 107
Parking aid: Range of sensors/parking aid button on vehicles with
front and rear sensors
Fig. 108
road display/compact display
The system supports the driver using acoustic signals/Infotainment display when parking and manoeuvring.
Information about setting acoustic signals/description of the display in the Info-
tainment display » operating instructions for Infotainment , chapter Setting vehi-
cle systems (CAR button) .
The system uses ultrasound waves to calculate the distance between the bumper
and an obstacle. The ultrasound sensors are integrated in the front/rear bumper.
The system only operates if the ignition is switched on. 
114Using the system

Explanation of graphic - range of sensors in the vicinity of the vehicleArea » Fig. 107Range of sensors a)A120 cmB90 cmC160 cmD90 cmEb)90 cma)
These are only the approximate ranges of sensors.
b)
Applies only for vehicles with 12 sensors.
The interval between the acoustic signals becomes shorter as the clearance is re-
duced. A continuous tone sounds from a distance of approx. 30 cm - danger area.
From this moment on do not continue driving!
The length of the vehicle can be increased with an installed detachable towing
device. The danger area thus begins at a distance of around 35 cm on vehicles
equipped with a factory-fitted towing device.
Towing a trailer
On vehicles equipped with a factory-fitted towing device, only the areas
A
and
B
» Fig. 107 of the system are active when operating a trailer, there is no road
display.
Activation/deactivation
The system is automatically activated when you shift into reverse or after press-
ing the button 

» Fig. 107 . The symbol 
lights up in the button; activation is
confirmed by a brief acoustic signal.
The system is deactivated by moving out of reverse gear, by pressing the button 
or automatically at a speed exceeding 10 km/h (the symbol 
in the button
goes out).
On vehicles which only have rear sensors, the system can only be deactivated by
moving out of reverse gear.
Automatic system activation when driving forward
The compact display of the parking aid can be displayed in the area of the Info- tainment display » Fig. 108 - 
.
Automatic activation takes place at a speed below around 10 km/h under the fol- lowing conditions:
› the distance to the obstacle at the front is less than around 90 cm;
› the distance to the obstacle at the rear or to the side of the vehicle is less than
around 30 cm.
Acoustic signals are sounded as of a distance from the obstacle of around 50 cm.
Automatic display can be activated/deactivated in the Infotainment » operating
instructions for Infotainment , chapter Setting vehicle systems (CAR button) .
Road display
The display of the upcoming road changes depending on the steering angleA
» Fig. 108 -  .
Obstacles appearing on the road are represented by the colours:
› the distance to the obstacle is less than around 30 cm - red;
› the distance to the obstacle is greater than around 30 cm - yellow;
Obstacles which do not appear on the road are represented by the following col-
ours:
› the distance to the obstacle is less than around 30 cm - red;
› the distance to the obstacle is greater than around 30 cm - white.
The road ahead is displayed when a forward gear or Neutral is engaged or the se-
lector lever is in position N.
The road behind the vehicle is displayed when reverse gear is engaged or the se-
lector lever is in position R.
WARNING■
The parking aid is not a substitute for the driver paying proper attention and
it is always the driver's responsibility to take care when reversing the vehicle or carrying out similar manoeuvres. Pay particular attention to small children
and animals as they are not recognised by the parking aid sensors.■
You should satisfy yourself before reversing that there is no small obstacle,
such as a rock, thin post, trailer drawbar etc., in front or behind your vehicle.
Such obstacles may not be recognised by the parking aid sensors.
■
Under certain circumstances, surfaces of certain objects and types of cloth-
ing cannot reflect the signals from the parking aid. Thus, these objects or peo-
ple who wear such clothing are not recognised by the parking aid sensors.
■
External sound sources can have a detrimental effect on the parking aid.
Under unfavourable conditions, objects or people may not be recognised. 
115Assist systems

CAUTION■If a warning signal sounds for about 3 seconds after activating the system and
there is no obstacle close to your car, this indicates a system fault. The fault is
confirmed additionally when the symbol  flashes in the button 
.
! is displayed
in the error area of the Infotainment display. Have the fault rectified by a ŠKODA
specialist garage.
■
The sensors must be kept clean (free of ice, etc.) to enable the parking aid to
operate properly.
Note
■ The signal tones for front obstacle recognition are factory-set to be higher than
for rear obstacle recognition.■
If not all fields around the vehicle are shown after the system is activated, the
vehicle will need to be moved a few metres forwards or in reverse.
■
If the parking aid is activated and the selector lever of the automatic gearbox is
in the position P (the vehicle cannot move), the warning signal is interrupted and
no obstacles are displayed.
■
Additional mounted modules, such as a bicycle carrier, can impair the function of
the parking aid.

Park Assist
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
finding a parking space
117
Parking the vehicle
117
Manoeuvring out of a parallel parking space
118
Automatic brake assist
118
Information for the driver
119
The parking aid is part of the park assist system, therefore the information and
safety guidelines » page 114, Parking aid must be read and observed.
Park Assist (in the following referred to as the system) helps drivers park in suita- ble parallel and perpendicular parking places and also to manoeuvre out of paral- lel parking spaces.
The system only operates if the ignition is switched on.
During the parking procedure the system only takes over the steering move- ments, the pedals continue to be operated by the driver.
When the system is activated, 
the warning light

» Fig. 109 on page 117 - 
lights up in the button.
The traction control system (TCS) must always be switched on when parking.
The function of the system is based on: › the measurement and evaluation of the size of parking spaces when driving,
› the determination of the correct position of the vehicle for parking,
› the calculation of the line on which the vehicle drives backwards into the park-
ing space or forwards from the parking space;
› the automatic turning of the front wheels when parking in, or manoeuvring out
of the parking space.
WARNING■ The system does not exempt the driver from his/her responsibility for park-
ing in and manoeuvring out of the parking space.■
External sound sources can have a detrimental effect on parking in and ma-
noeuvring out of the parking space. Under unfavourable conditions, objects or
people may not be recognised.
■
When parking in, and manoeuvring out of parking spaces, the system auto-
matically executes quick steering movements. While it is doing so, do not place your hands between the steering wheel - risk of injury!
CAUTION
■ If other vehicles are parked behind or on the kerb, the system guides your vehi-
cle beyond the kerb or onto it. Ensure that the wheels or the wheel rims of your
vehicle are not damaged and if necessary intervene in time.■
Under certain circumstances, surfaces or structures of certain objects such as
wire mesh fences, powder snow, etc., cannot be recognised by the system.
■
The evaluation of the parking space and the parking procedure depends on the
circumference of the wheels. The system only works correctly if the vehicle is fit-
ted with the wheel size approved by the manufacturer. If wheels other than those approved by the manufacturer are mounted, the resulting position of the
vehicle in the parking space can differ slightly. This can be avoided by readjusting
the system at a ŠKODA specialist garage. Under certain circumstances, the sys-
tem may not function correctly, for example, if the vehicle is fitted with snow chains or a temporary spare wheel.

116Using the system