2013 SKODA OCTAVIA Owner's Manual

The locking mechanism must audibly snap into place.
Folding backwards›
Place the lever in position
1
» Fig. 54 .
›
Fold the seat backrest in the opposite direction of the arrow
2
.
The locking mechanism must audibly snap into place.
WARNING■ The front passenger airbag should be switched off when transporting ob-
jects on the seat which was folded forwards » page 191.■
Adjust the seat backrest only when the vehicle is stationary.
■
When moving the seat backrest, make sure the seat backrest has been
properly secured – check by pulling on the seat backrest.
■
If the seat backrest is folded, passengers may only be transported on the
outer seat behind the driver.
■
When moving the seat backrest, keep limbs away from between the seat
cushion and seat backrest – risk of injury!
■
Never transport objects on the seat backrest which was folded forwards,
which: ■ impair driver visibility;
■ make it impossible for the driver to control the vehicle, e.g. if they are
placed under the pedals, or could protrude into the driver's zone;
■ could lead to injury to passengers due to a change of direction or braking
manouvre when accelerating sharply.
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Seat backrestsFig. 55
Seat backrest: Locking/unlocking
Fig. 56
Luggage compartment: Folding the rear seat backrest forward (Oc-
tavia Estate)
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 76.
The luggage compartment can be increased in size by folding the seat backrests
forward. The seat backrests can be folded forward individually on vehicles with
divided rear seats. 
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Folding forward
Before folding the seat backrests forwards, adapt the position of the front seats
in such a way that they are not damaged by the folded seat backrests 1)
.›
Push the lever
A
» Fig. 55 and fold the seat backrest completely forwards.
Fold forward from the luggage compartment
The rear seat backrests can also be unlocked and folded forward from the lug-
gage compartment.
There is a lever on the right side of the luggage compartment for unlocking the
right and the middle rear seat backrests.
There is a lever on the left side of the luggage compartment for unlocking the left
rear seat backrest.
›
Pull the corresponding lever in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 56.
The corresponding rear seat backrest is unlocked and can be folded forward.
Folding backwards
›
Hold the rear outer seat belt
C
» Fig. 55 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 locked in position so that no objects in
the luggage compartment can slide into the passenger compartment on sud- den braking – risk of injury.
■
Ensure that the rear seat backrests are properly engaged. Only then can the
seat belt for the middle seat reliably fulfil its function.
CAUTION■ Before folding the seat backrest forward from the luggage compartment, check
that there are no objects on the rear seat. When folding the seat backrest for-
ward, they could be damaged or cause damage to the seat backrest and the seat.■
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.
■
On vehicles with a net partition first the left and then the right and middle rear
seat backrest must be unlocked 2)
.
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Practical equipment
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Car park ticket holder
80
Storage compartment on the driver's side
80
Storage compartments in the doors
81
Holder for reflective vest
81
storage compartment in the front center console - not lockable
82
Storage compartment in the front centre console
82
Cup holders
82
Cigarette lighter
83
Ashtray
83
12-volt power outlet
84
Waste container
85
Multimedia holder
85
Storage compartment under the front armrest
86
Glasses storage box
86
Storage compartment on the passenger side
87
Storage compartment under the passenger seat
87
Clothes hook
88
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1)
If the front seats are too far back, we recommend that you have the rear head restraints removed
before the seat backrests are folded forward. Store the removed head restraints in such a way that
they are not be damaged or soiled.
2)
Applies to the Octavia Estate.
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Storage pockets on the front seats88Storage compartment in rear centre console88
230-volt power
89
Rear seat backrest with long-cargo channel
90
Removable ski bag
90WARNING■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!
■
No objects should be placed in the storage compartments nor in the drinks
holders; the vehicle occupants could be endangered if there is sudden braking
or the vehicle collides with something.
■
Ash and cigarette or cigar stubs must only be discarded in ashtrays!
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Car park ticket holder
Fig. 57
Parking ticket holder
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 79.
The note holder is designed e.g. for attaching car park tickets.
WARNINGThe attached note has to always be removed before starting off in order not
to restrict the driver's vision.
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Storage compartment on the driver's side
Fig. 58
Storage compartment on the
driver's side
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 79.
Opening
›
Raise the handle
A
» Fig. 58 and open out the compartment in the direction of
the arrow.
Closing
›
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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Storage compartments in the doorsFig. 59
Storage compartment: in the front door/in the rear door
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 79.
The area
B
» Fig. 59 and
D
have a bottle holder.
WARNINGIn order to ensure that the operating range of the side airbag is not impaired,
area A » Fig. 59 of the storage compartment must only be used for storing
objects that do not protrude.
Note
In area D of the stowage compartment of the rear doors, a bottle can be housed
with a max. content of 0.5 l.
Holder for reflective vestFig. 60
Driver seat: Holder for reflex
vest
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 79.
The holder for the reflex vest is located under the driver's seat » Fig. 60.
WARNINGDo not put anything else except the reflective vest into the holder – other-
wise it may fall out of the holder – risk of obstruction or limitation in operating
the pedal!
CAUTION
Do not put anything else except the reflective vest into the holder – risk of dam-
age to the holder.
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storage compartment in the front center console - not lockableFig. 61
The open storage compartment
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 79.
Open storage compartment is in the front of the centre console » Fig. 61.
WARNINGThe storage compartment must never be used as an ashtray or for the stor-
age of combustible materials - fire hazard and risk of damage to the storage
compartment!
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Storage compartment in the front centre console
Fig. 62
Opening the storage compart-
ment
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 79.
Open/close
›
Press on the edge of the roof
A
» Fig. 62 in the direction of the arrow.
Closing takes place in reverse order.
The storage compartment is provided for storing small items, such as a mobile phone.
The roof antenna signal can be amplified and “fed” to the storage compartment
to improve the functions of your mobile phone » Operating instructions for Info-
tainment , chapter Phone box.WARNINGThe storage compartment must never be used as an ashtray or for the stor-
age of combustible materials - fire hazard and risk of damage to the storage
compartment!
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Cup holders
Fig. 63
Cup holder: in the front centre console/in the rear armrest
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 79.
Explanation of graphic » Fig. 63
Cup holder in front centre console
Cup holder in rear armrest
Removable element
Removable element
Two beverage containers can be placed into the cup holder.
You can change the size of the individual openings using the removable elements
C
and
D
. 
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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.
Cigarette lighter
Fig. 64
Cigarette lighter
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 79.
Using the system
›
Press in the button in the cigarette lighter » Fig. 64
.
›
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■ The cigarette lighter socket cannot be used as a 12Volt socket.■Further information » page 200, Service work, adjustments and technical alter-
ations .
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Ashtray
Fig. 65
Ashtrays: front/rear
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 79.
The ashtray can be used for discarding ash, cigarettes, cigars and the like » .
Removing/inserting the front ash tray
›
Pull out the ashtray » Fig. 65 - 
in the direction of the arrow.
Insertion takes place in reverse order.
Removing/inserting the rear ashtray insert
›
Open the storage compartment » page 88
.
›
Grasp the insert in the area marked with the arrows and remove it in the direc-
tion of the arrow
1
» Fig. 65 - 
.
Insertion takes place in reverse order.
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CAUTIONWhen removing do not hold the ashtray at the cover on the front – risk of break-
age.
12-volt power outlet
Fig. 66
12-Volt power socket: in the front centre console/ in the boot
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 79.
Overview of the 12-volt power socket
In the front centre console » Fig. 66 - 
.
In the boot » Fig. 66 - 
.
Use of the 12-volt power socket
›
Remove the cover on the power socket » Fig. 66 - 
or open the cover on the
power socket as appropriate » Fig. 66 - 
.
›
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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Waste containerFig. 67
Waste container / open waste container
Fig. 68
Replace bags
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 79.
The waste container can be inserted into the slots in the doors » page 81.
Insert waste container
›
Position the waste container at the front edge of the slot.
›
Push the waste container to the back in the direction of the arrow
1
» Fig. 67 .
›
Push the waste container as required in the direction of arrow
2.
Remove the waste container
›
Remove the waste container in the opposite direction to the arrow
1
» Fig. 67 .
Open/close waste container
›
Open the waste container in the direction of the arrow
3
» Fig. 67 .
Closing takes place in reverse order.
Replace bags›
Remove the waste container from the slot.
›
Push the two catches of the inner frame out of the container body in the direc-
tion of the arrow
4
» Fig. 68 .
›
Pull the bag together with the inner frame down in the direction of arrow
5
.
›
Remove the bag from the inside frame.
›
Pull the new bag through the frame and pull it over the frame in the direction of
arrow
6
.
›
Insert the bag with the frame in the direction of arrow
7
into the container
body.
The two catches of the inner frame must click into place.
WARNING■ Never use the waste container as an ashtray - risk of fire!■Only replace the bag when the vehicle is stationary – risk of accident!
Note
We recommend that you use 20x30 cm bags.
Multimedia holder
Fig. 69
Multimedia holder
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 79.
The multimedia holder is located in the front centre console » Fig. 69. 
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