2012 SKODA OCTAVIA tow

Attachment pointsFig. 59
Attachment points for roof bars
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 68.
Installation location of the attachment points for roof bars » Fig. 59:
Front attachment points
Rear attachment points
Perform the assembly and disassembly according to the enclosed instructions.
CAUTION
Observe the information regarding the assembly and disassembly in the enclosed
instructions.
Roof load
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 68.
The maximum permissible roof load (including roof rack system) of 75 kg and the
maximum permissible total weight of the vehicle should not be exceeded.
The full permissible roof load cannot be used if a roof rack system with a lower
load carrying capacity is used. In this case, the roof rack system must only be loa-
ded up to the maximum weight limit specified in the fitting instructions.
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ABCup holderFig. 60
Cup holder: in the front centre console/in the rear armrest
Two beverage containers can be placed into the cup holders/recesses. Cup holder in front centre console
Cup holder in rear armrest
Removable element
Removable element
You can change the size of the individual openings using the removable elements
C
and
D
.
WARNING■ Never put hot beverage containers in the cup holder. If the vehicle moves,
they may spill – risk of scalding!■
Do not use any cups or beakers which are made of brittle material (e.g. glass,
porcelain). This could lead to injuries in the event of an accident.
CAUTION
Do not leave open beverage containers in the cup holder during the journey.
There is a risk of spilling e.g. when braking which may cause damage to the elec-
trical components or seat upholstery.ABCD69Seats and Stowage

AshtrayFig. 61
Centre console: Ashtray at the front/rear
Removing/inserting the front ash tray
›
Pull out the ashtray » Fig. 61 - 
in the direction of the arrow.
Insertion takes place in the reverse order.
Removing/inserting the rear ashtray insert
›
Opening the stowage compartment » page 77.
›
Grasp the insert in the area marked with the arrows and remove it in the direc-
tion of the arrow
1
» Fig. 61 - 
.
Insertion takes place in the reverse order.
WARNINGNever place flammable objects in the ashtray – risk of fire!
CAUTION
When removing do not hold the ashtray at the cover on the front– risk of break-
age.
Cigarette lighterFig. 62
Centre console: Cigarette lighter
Using the system
›
Press in the button of the cigarette lighter » Fig. 62.
›
Wait until the button pops forward.
›
Remove the cigarette lighter immediately and use.
›
Place the cigarette lighter back into the socket.
WARNING■
Take care when using the cigarette lighter! Improper usage can case burns.■The cigarette lighter also operates when the ignition is switched off or the
ignition key withdrawn. Therefore never leave children unattended in the ve-
hicle.
Note
Further information » page 165, Accessories, changes and replacement of parts .
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Sockets
12-Volt power socket
Fig. 63
12-Volt power socket: in the front centre console/ in the boot
Overview of the 12-volt power socket
In the front centre console » Fig. 63 - 
.
In the boot » Fig. 63 - 
.
Use of the 12-volt power socket
›
Remove the cover on the power socket and open the cover on the power sock-
et.
›
Connect the plug for the electrical appliance to the socket.
The 12-volt power sockets and any connected appliances can also be operated when the ignition is switched off or the ignition key is withdrawn »
.
WARNING■
Improper use of the power sockets and the electrical accessories can cause
fires, burns and other serious injuries.■
Never leave children unattended in the vehicle.
■
If the connected electric device becomes too hot, switch it off and discon-
nect it from the power supply immediately.
CAUTION■ The power socket can only be used for connecting approved electrical accesso-
ries with a total power uptake of up to 120 watt.■
Never exceed the maximum power consumption, otherwise the vehicle's elec-
trical system can be damaged.
■
Connecting appliances when the engine is not running will drain the battery of
the vehicle!
■
Only use matching plugs to avoid damaging the power sockets.
■
Only use accessories that have been tested for electromagnetic compatibility in
accordance with the applicable directives.
■
Switch off the devices connected to the power sockets before you switch the
ignition on or off and before starting the engine, to avoid damage from voltage
fluctuations.
■
Observe the operating instructions for the connected devices!
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230-Volt power socket
Fig. 64
Centre console at rear: 230-Volt
power socket
Use
›
Fold out the lid on the power socket in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 64
.
›
Connect the plug for the electrical appliance to the socket.
The 230-Volt power socket can only be used when the ignition is switched on »
.
When the plug on the electrical appliance is inserted into the power socket, the
child safety lock is released, and the power socket is activated.
LED display › Permanent green light: The power socket is activated.
› Flashing red light: The power socket is temporarily deactivated.
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The power socket is deactivated automatically when the amperage is too high,
the temperature is too high or the battery charge state is too low.
When the reasons for the deactivation no longer apply, the power socket will be
re-activated automatically. Then re-activate connected devices which are switch- ed on »
.
WARNING■
The power socket can only be used for connecting approved electrical ac-
cessories with a two-pin 230V plug, with a total power uptake of up to
150 watt.■
The power sockets- and thus the connected electrical devices -only oper-
ates if the ignition is switched on!
■
Improper use can lead to serious injury or fire. Therefore never leave chil-
dren unattended in the vehicle - risk of injury!
■
Safely stow away all connected devices during the journey to prevent them
from being thrown around the interior in the event of a sudden braking ma- noeuvre or an accident - risk of death!
■
Do not pour liquids into the power socket - risk of death! If fluid does man-
age to get into the power socket, completely dry out the socket before reuse.
■
The connected appliances may behave differently to when connected to the
mains.
■
The connected devices may warm up during operation - risk of injury or fire!
■
The child lock on the 230 Volt power socket is unlocked when using ener-
gised adapters and extension cables - risk of injury!
■
Do no insert any conductive objects into the contacts of the power socket,
e.g knitting needs - risk of death!
CAUTION
■ Place the connector on the electrical device into the power socket as far as it
can go to create a connection between the contacts.■
If the connector of the electrical device is not inserted fully into the power sock-
et, the child safety lock might release, and the power socket be activated. The
electrical device is nevertheless not connected.
■
On vehicles with the START STOP system, when starting up the engine, the 230
Volt power socket is temporarily deactivated and the LED display flashes red. Af-
ter starting the engine, the power socket is re-activated automatically.
■
Do not connect any lamps with neon filaments to the 230 V power socket - risk
of damaging the lamp.
■ A larger current surge may arise in some power supplies (e.g. for notebooks)
when connecting them to a 230 V power socket- this will automatically deacti-
vate the power socket. In this case, disconnect the power supply from the con-
sumer and connect the power supply to the power socket first, followed by the
consumer.■
Observe the operating instructions for the connected devices!
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Storage compartments
Overview
The vehicle has the following storage compartments:
Storage compartment on the front passenger side» page 73Storage compartment on the driver's side» page 73Holder for reflex vest» page 74Stowage compartment in front centre console» page 74Multimedia holder» page 74Map pockets in the front seats» page 75Glasses storage box» page 75Storage compartments in the doors» page 75Stowage compartment below front passenger seat» page 76Front armrest with storage compartment» page 76Stowage compartment in rear centre console» page 77Seat backrest with through-loading channel» page 77Removable through-loading bag» page 77Storage compartment in the boot» page 78Storage box underneath the luggage compartment cov-
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WARNING■Do not place anything on the dash panel. These objects might slide or fall
down when driving (when accelerating or cornering) and may distract you
from concentrating on the traffic - risk of accident!■
When driving, ensure that no objects from the centre console or from other
storage compartments can get into the driver's footwell. You would then no
longer be able to apply the brakes, operate the clutch or accelerator – risk of accident!
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Storage compartment on the front passenger side
Fig. 65
Dash panel: Open storage compartment/control cooling of storage
compartment
A pen and credit card holder is provided in the stowage compartment. Open/close
›
Pull the handle of the flap in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 65 – 
and fold
down the flap.
›
Lift the lid upwards until it clicks into place.
Cooling
›
Use the rotary switch » Fig. 65 – 
to open/close the air supply.
Opening the air supply when the air conditioning system is switched on allows
cooled air to flow into the storage compartment.
Opening the air inlet when the air conditioning system is on causes fresh or inte-rior air to flow into the storage compartment.
We recommend closing the air supply if it is operated in heating mode or the cool-ing system for the storage compartment is not being used.WARNINGThe storage compartment must always be closed when driving for safety rea-
sons.
Note
When the stowage compartment is opened, a light lights up.
Storage compartment on the driver's side
Fig. 66
Dash panel: Storage compart-
ment on the driver's side
Open/close
›
Raise the handle
A
» Fig. 66 and open out the compartment in the direction of
the arrow.
›
Swivel the lid against the direction of the arrow until it clicks into place.
WARNINGThe storage compartment must always be closed when driving for safety rea-
sons.
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Holder for reflex vestFig. 67
Driver seat: Holder for reflex
vest
The holder for the reflex vest is located under the driver's seat » Fig. 67.
WARNINGDo not put anything else except for the reflex vest into the holder- otherwise
it may fall out of the holder - risk of obstruction or limitation in operating the pedal!
CAUTION
Do not put anything else except for the reflex vest into the holder- risk of dam-
age to the holder.
Stowage compartment in front centre console
Fig. 68
Front centre console: Stowage
compartment
Open/close
›
Press on the edge of the roof
A
» Fig. 68 in the direction of the arrow.
Closing takes place in the reverse order.
The phone box may be located in the stowage compartment » page 135.WARNINGThe storage compartment is not a substitute for the ashtray and must also
not be used for such purposes - risk of fire!
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Multimedia holder
Fig. 69
Front centre console: Multimedia
holder
The multimedia holder is located in the front centre console » Fig. 69.
You can use this holder to store e.g. a mobile phone, MP3 player or similar devi-
ces.
WARNINGNever use the holder as an ashtray or for storing flammable objects – risk of
fire!
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Map pockets in the front seatsFig. 70
Front seat rests: Map pockets
The pockets intended for storage of maps, magazines, etc. are provided on the
reverse side of the front seat rests » Fig. 70.
WARNINGNever put heavy items in the map pockets – risk of injury!
CAUTION
Do not put any large items (such as bottles) or sharp objects into the map pock-
ets, as the pockets and the seat covers could be damaged.
Glasses storage box
Fig. 71
Roof trim: Glasses storage box
Open/close
›
Press on the cover of the glasses storage box in the area
A
» Fig. 71 . The com-
partment folds in the direction of the arrow.
› Swivel the lid on the glasses storage box against the direction of the arrow until
it is heard to lock.WARNING■ The compartment must only be opened when removing or inserting the
spectacles and otherwise must be kept closed!■
The compartment must be closed before leaving and locking the vehicle -
risk of impairment to the functions of the anti-theft alarm system!
CAUTION
Do not put any heat-sensitive objects in the glasses storage box – they may be
damaged.
Storage compartments in the doors
Fig. 72
Storage compartment: in the front door/in the rear door
The area
B
» Fig. 72 and
D
has a bottle holder.
WARNINGUse the area A » Fig. 72 of the storage compartment only for storing objects
which do not project so that the effectiveness of the side airbag is not im- paired.
Note
In area D of the stowage compartment of the rear doors, a bottle can be housed
with a max. content of 1 l.
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Stowage compartment below front passenger seatFig. 73
Front passenger seat: Stowage
compartment
Open/close
›
Pull the handle to position
1
» Fig. 73 . The compartment opens out in the di-
rection of the arrow
2
.
›
When closing the compartment, hold the handle until the compartment is closed.
WARNINGThe storage compartment must always be closed when driving for safety rea-
sons.
CAUTION
The storage compartment is designed for storing small objects of up to 1.5 kg. in weight.
Front armrest with storage compartmentFig. 74
Armrest: Stowage compartment
The armrest is adjustable for height and length.
Opening/closing the cover of the stowage compartment
›
Pull and open the cover of the armrest using the handle
A
in the direction of
the arrow
1
» Fig. 74 .
›
Open the lid to the stop, only then can it be folded downwards and against the
direction of the arrow
1
.
Adjusting the height of the armrest
›
First of all fold the cover downwards and then lift it in the direction of the arrow
1
» Fig. 74 into one of the 4 fixed positions.
Adjusting the length of the armrest
›
Move the lid into the desired position in the direction of the arrow
2
» Fig. 74 .
The area
B
» Fig. 74 of the stowage compartment is designed for the storage of
objects with a maximum size of 98 mm x 104 mm x 142 mm.
The area
C
of the stowage compartment is designed for the storage of smaller
objects.
Note
Push the armrest cover all the way back to the stop before applying the hand-
brake.
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