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Replacing the bulb for the fog lightsFig. 226
Front bumper: Remove the protective grille/fog light
Fig. 227
Replacing the light bulb
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 255.
Removing the protective grille
›
Undo the protective grille in the area of the arrow » Fig. 226 -
using the
clamp for removing the wheel trims » page 236, Vehicle tool kit .
›
Remove the protective grille in the direction of the arrow
1
.
Changing light bulbs for fog lights
›
Use the screwdriver from the tool kit to unscrew the fog lamp » Fig. 226 -
.
›
Unlock the fuse in the direction of the arrow
2
with the screwdriver.
›
Remove the headlight in the direction of the arrow
3
.
›
Remove the connector.
›
Turn bulb holder
A
» Fig. 227 in an anti-clockwise direction up to the stop and
remove.
› Insert the bulb holder with the new bulb into the headlight and turn
clockwise
as far as the stop.›
Attach the connector.
›
Replace the fog lamp by inserting it in the opposite direction of the arrow
3
» Fig. 226 and screw tight.
›
Insert the protective grille and carefully press it in.
The protective grille must engage firmly.
Replacing the bulb for the licence plate light
Fig. 228
Remove the number plate light/replace the bulb
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 255.
›
Open the luggage compartment lid.
›
Push in the lamp in the direction of the arrow
1
» Fig. 228 .
The lamp comes loose.
›
Swivel out the lamp in the direction of the arrow
2
and remove it.
›
Remove the faulty bulb from the holder in the direction of the arrow
3
.
›
Insert a new bulb into the holder.
›
Reinsert the lamp in the opposite direction to the arrow
1
.
›
Push on the light until the spring clicks into place.
Check that the light is securely inserted.
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Replacing bulbs in rear light (Octavia)Fig. 231
Outer part of the light: Basic light/light with LED diodes
Fig. 232
Inner part of the light: Basic light/light with LED diodes
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 255.
Outer part of the lamp
›
Turn the bulb holder
2
» Fig. 231 in an anti-clockwise direction and remove it
from the lamp housing.
›
Push the faulty bulb into the holder, turn in anti -clockwise direction up to the
stop and remove.
›
Insert a new bulb into the holder and turn in a clockwise direction to the the
stop.
›
Replace the holder with the bulb into the lamp housing and turn in a clockwise
direction to the stop.
Inner part of the light›Unscrew the lamp holder » Fig. 231 - or use the screwdriver from the car
tool kit, and remove the lamp holder from the tail light assembly.›
Turn the bulb holder anti-clockwise up to the stop and remove it from the lamp
housing » Fig. 231 - respectively .
›
Replace the bulb, insert the holder with the bulb into the lamp housing and turn
in a clockwise direction to the stop.
›
Insert the bulb holder in the tail lamp assembly.
›
Screw on the lamp holder carefully.
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Replacing bulbs in rear light (Octavia Estate)Fig. 235
Outer part of the light: Basic light/light with LED diodes
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 255.
Outer part of the lamp
›
Turn the bulb holder
2
» Fig. 235 in an anti-clockwise direction and remove it
from the lamp housing.
›
Push the faulty bulb into the holder, turn in anti -clockwise direction up to the
stop and remove.
›
Insert a new bulb into the holder and turn in a clockwise direction to the the
stop.
›
Replace the holder with the bulb into the lamp housing and turn in a clockwise
direction to the stop.
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Practical equipment79
Storage compartments79
Comfort control window
49
COMING HOME60
Compartments79
Component protection202
Computer see multifunction display
29
Convenience consumers133
Convenience operation sliding / tilting roof (Octavia Estate)
53
sliding / tilting roof (Octavia)51
Coolant221
Checking222
indicator symbol22
Replenishing222
Temperature gauge13
warning messages22
CORNER See Fog lights with CORNER function
59
Correct seated position177
Driver178
Front passenger178
Instructions179
Rear seats178
Counter for distance driven14
Cruise control system Activating/deactivating
147
Changing the stored speed147
Storing and maintaining speed147
Switching off temporarily147
Warning light21
Cruise Control System146
Cup holders82
D
DAY LIGHT see Daylight running lights
55
Daylight running lights55
De-icing the windscreen and rear window64
Deactivating an airbag191
Decorative films206
Delayed locking of the boot lid see Boot lid
44
Diesel refer to Fuel
214
Diesel fuel Operation in winter
214
Diesel particulate filter24
information messages24
Digital Clock Time
14
Dipstick220
Disconnecting and reconnecting vehicle battery
227
Display12
Compass points28
Coolant temperature13
Correct gear changes27
Fuel supply13
Service interval33
Distance driven14
Door Child safety lock
40
Closing40
Emergency locking the driver's door248
Opening40
Door locking Emergency
248
Doors Emergency locking
248
Door warning28
double hooks93
Driver Steering Recommendation (DSR)139
Driving Abroad
136
Driving through water on streets135
Emissions263
Fuel consumption263
Driving economically Economical gear changing132
Driving mode161
driving mode select Normal mode
162
Driving through water135
DSR139
E
Economical driving
131
Ballast134
Driving at full throttle132
Idling132
Looking ahead131
Regular maintenance134
Saving energy134
Short distances133
Tyre inflation pressure133
Eco tips28
EDL139
Electrical power windows49
Button in the driver's door47, 48
Button in the rear doors48
Operational faults49
Electric luggage compartment lid Acoustic signals
46
Adjusting the top lid position46
Deleting the top lid position46
Force limiter44
Malfunctions47
manual operation44
Operating45
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL)139
Electronic immobiliser120
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)137
Emergency Automatic gearbox
249
Changing a wheel237
Door locking248
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