2013 SKODA OCTAVIA interior

Interior mirrorFig. 43
Manual dimming mirror
Fig. 44
Automatic dimming mirror
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 68.
Manual dimming interior mirror
›
To dim the mirror set the lever on the rear view mirror in the direction of the
front wheel - arrow
A
» Fig. 43 .
›
To restore the original position, adjust the lever on the rear view mirror in the
direction of the front wheel off - arrow
B.
Automatic dimming mirror
›
To activate the auto-dimming, press button
D
» Fig. 44 .
The warning light
C
illuminates.
›
To disable auto-dimming, press button
D
» Fig. 44 again.
The warning light
C
goes out.
If automatic dimming is activated, the mirror dims automatically depending on
the light striking the mirror from the rear.
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 68,
in section Introduction .
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Exterior mirrors
Fig. 45
Front door: Knob for the mirrors
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 68.
The mirror can be adjusted to the desired position by moving the knob in the di-
rection of the arrow » Fig. 45.
The movement of the mirror surface is identical to the movement of the rotary knob.
The knob can be moved into the following positions.
adjust the left mirror or both mirrors
adjust right mirror or both mirrors
Switch off mirror control
Mirror heater
Folding in the exterior mirrors
Adjusting both mirrors in sync
After the rotary knob to position  or in right-hand drive in the position
 provided,
both mirrors may be adjusted simultaneously. 
69Lights and visibility

The synchronous setting of both mirrors can be activated or deactivated in the In-fotainment » Operating instructions for Infotainment , chapter Vehicle settings
(CAR button) .
Folding-in both of the exterior mirrors with the rotary knob It is only possible to fold in both exterior mirrors when the ignition is switched onand at a speed of up to 50 km/h.
The mirrors are folded out into the driving position after the rotary knob is turned from the position  to a different one.
Automatically folding in and folding back both exterior mirrors
The exterior mirrors are automatically collapsed after locking the vehicle in the
park position.
The exterior mirrors are folded out automatically after unlocking the vehicle in
the driving position.
Folding in both mirrors can be activated or deactivated in the Infotainment » Op-
erating instructions for Infotainment , chapter Vehicle settings (CAR button) .
Automatic dimming mirror
The exterior mirrors are dimmed together with the automatic dimming interior
mirror » page 69 .
Folding in passenger mirror
On vehicles fitted with the memory function for the driver's seat » page 74, 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. 45. 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 po-
sition 
(or position 
on vehicles with right-hand drive) and put into another posi-
tion or if the speed is more than 15 km/h.
Folding in of the passenger's side mirror can be activated or deactivated in the In-
fotainment » Operating instructions for Infotainment , chapter Vehicle settings
(CAR button) .
Memory function for mirrors
On vehicles fitted with the memory function for the driver seat » page 74 or the
memory function for the remote control key » page 75 it is possible to save
each position of the exterior mirror when saving the driver seat position.
70Using the system

230-volt powerFig. 76
Centre console at rear: 230-Volt
power socket
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 79.
Use
›
Fold out the lid on the power socket in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 76.
›
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.
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 socket and the connected electrical devices only work if the igni-
tion 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.
■
The 230-volt power socket is temporarily disabled when the engine starts and
the LED flashes red. After 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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89Seats and useful equipment

WARNING (Continued)■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 178, Correct seated position for
the passengers in 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 boot!
CAUTION
Make sure that transported objects with sharp edges do not damage the threads
of the following devices.■
Rear window heater.
■
Rear window with an integrated antenna.
■
Integrated antenna in the rear side windows (Octavia Estate).
Note
Tyre pressure must be adjusted to the load » page 229, Service life of tyres .
Class N1 vehicles
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 91.
In class N1 vehicles that are not fitted with a protective grille, a lashing set that complies with the EN 12195 standard (1-4) must be used for fastening the load.
Proper functioning of the electrical installation is essential for safe vehicle opera- tion. It is important to ensure that the electrical installation is not damaged dur-ing the adjustment process or when the storage area is being loaded and unloa-
ded.

Fastening elementsFig. 79
Fastening elements Octavia
Fig. 80
Fastening elements Octavia Estate: Equipment without variable
loading floor/equipment with variable loading floor
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 91.
The luggage compartment comprises the following fastening elements. » Fig. 79
or » Fig. 80 .
Lashing eyes for fastening items of luggage and fixing nets.
Fastening elements and loops 1)
only for fastening fixing nets.
CAUTION
The maximum permissible static load of the individual lashing eyes A is 3.5 kN
(350 kg).
AB1)
The upper front lashing eye is located underneath the folding rear seat backrest.
92Using the system

Air conditioning system (manual air conditioningsystem)
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects: Control elements
110
adjusting
111
Recirculated air mode
111
The cooling system only operates if the following conditions are met. The cooling system is switched on » page 110, Control elements .
The engine is running.
The outside temperature above approx. +2 °C.
The blower switch is switched on (positions 1-6).
If the desired interior temperature can also be achieved without activating the cooling system, fresh air mode should be selected.
The cooling system is switched off at a high coolant temperature in order to pro-
vide cooling at a high load of the engine.
CAUTION
■ Under certain circumstances, air at a temperature of about 5 °C can flow out of
the vents when the cooling system is switched on.■
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.
Note
We recommend that you have the air conditioning system cleaned by a specialist
garage once every year.Control elementsFig. 109
Air conditioning: Control elements
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 110.
Functions of the individual controls » Fig. 109 .
Set the temperature (turn to the left to reduce the temperature, turn to the
right to increase the temperature)
Set the blower stage (stage 0: Fan out, stage 6: the highest fan speed)
Set the direction of the air outlet » page 107
Depending on equipment:
› 
Switching the windscreen heater on/off » page 64
› 
Aux. heating on/off » page 116
Control the seat heater on the front left seat » page 76
Switching the cooling system on/off
Switching the rear window heater on/off » page 64
Open/close the fresh air supply (recirculation) » page 111
Control the seat heater on the front right seat » page 76
Note
The warning light in the symbol button 
lights after activation, even if not all of
the conditions for the function of the cooling system are met » page 110. By light-
ing up of the warning light in the button, the operational readiness of the cooling system is signalled.
ABC1110Using the system

WARNINGNever leave recirculated air mode switched on over a longer period of time, as
“stale air” can cause driver and passenger fatigue, 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.

Climatronic (automatic air conditioning system)
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Control elements
112
Automatic mode
113
Switching the cooling system on/off
113
Setting temperature
113
Automatic recirculation mode
114
Controlling blower
114
Defrosting windscreen
115
The Climatronic in automatic mode ensures the best-possible setting of the tem-
perature of the outflowing air, the blower stage and air distribution.
The system also takes sunlight into account, which eliminates the need to alterthe settings manually.
The cooling system only operates if the following conditions are met. The cooling system is switched on » page 112, Control elements .
The engine is running.
The outside temperature above approx. +2 °C.
The cooling system is switched off at a high coolant temperature in order to pro-
vide cooling at a high load of the engine.
Note
We recommend that you have Climatronic cleaned by a specialist garage once ev-
ery year.Control elementsFig. 110
Climatronic: Control elements
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 112.
Functions of the individual controls » Fig. 110 .
Adjust the temperature for the left side or for both sides » page 113
Interior temperature sensor
Adjust the blower speed » page 114
Adjust the temperature for the right side » page 113
Display the temperature setting for the left side
Display the temperature setting for the right side
Depending on equipment:
› 
Aux. heating on/off » page 116
› 
Switching Climatronic system off
Control the seat heater on the front left seat » page 76
Air flow to the windows
Air flow to the upper body
Air flow in the footwell
Automatic recirculation switch on or off » page 114
Control the seat heater on the front right seat » page 76
Switch the intensive windscreen heater on/off » page 115
Switching the rear window heater on/off » page 64
ABCD123112Using the system

Switching the windscreen heater on/off » page 64
Climatronic set in the Infotainment » Operating instructions for Infotain-
ment
Switch the temperature setting in Dual mode on/off » page 113
Switching automatic mode on » page 113
Switching the cooling system on/off » page 113
Note
Do not stick anything onto or cover the interior temperature sensor 11 » Fig. 110
as this could impair the functioning of the Climatronic.
Automatic mode
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 112.
Automatic mode works in three modes - moderate, medium, and intensive.Setting the individual operating modes » Operating instructions for Infotainment ,
chapter Vehicle settings .
Climatronic is set to the medium setting at the factory.
Recommended setting for all periods of the year
›
Set the desired temperature, we recommend 22 °C.
›
Press the button 
» Fig. 110 on page 112.
›
Set the air outlet vents 3 and 4 » Fig. 106 on page 107 so that the air flow is
directed slightly upwards.
After the automatic mode is switched on, Climatronic works in the last selected
mode.
The currently selected mode is displayed in the Infotainment display. Automatic mode can be switched off by pressing one of the buttons for the air
distribution or by increasing/decreasing the blower speed.

Switching the cooling system on/off
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 112.
›
Press the symbol button 
.

The warning light in the button lights up.›
Press the symbol button
 again.
The warning 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.

Setting temperature
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 112.
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. 110 on page 112 to the left or right to increase or
decrease the temperature.
The warning light in the symbol button 
does not light up.
For the right side
›
Turn the control dial
D
» Fig. 110 on page 112 to the left or right to increase or
decrease the temperature.
The warning light in the symbol button 
lights up.
If the warning light in the symbol button 
is lit, the temperature for both sides
cannot be set with the control dial
A
. This function can be resumed by pressing
the symbol button 
. 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 cor-
responding control dial.
If a temperature higher than +29 ℃ is selected, a red symbol lights up on the cor-
responding control dial.
At both end positions, Climatronic runs at maximum cooling/heating output and
the temperature is automatically not regulated. 
113Heating and air-conditioning

CAUTIONLengthy 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 recirculation mode
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 112.
Recirculated air mode prevents polluted air outside the vehicle from getting into
the vehicle, for example when driving through a tunnel or when standing in a
traffic jam.
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 in
air.
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 symbol button 
.
The warning light below the button lights up.
›
Press the symbol button 
again; the warning light below the button goes out;
if necessary, press the symbol button 
again.
Switching on and off is also possible in the Infotainment » Operating instructions
for Infotainment , chapter Vehicle settings .
WARNINGNever leave recirculated air mode switched on over a longer period of time, as
“stale air” can cause driver and passenger fatigue, 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 symbol button . Press the symbol
button  when the windscreen is demisted.■
The automatic air distribution control operates only if the outside temperature
is higher than approx. 2 °C.

Controlling blower
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 112.
The blower stage can be manually adapted to suit your particular needs.
›
Turn the control dial
C
» Fig. 110 on page 112 to the left or right to increase or
decrease the temperature.
If the blower speed is reduced to a minimum, Climatronic is switched off.
The set blower speed is displayed in the control dial
C
when the respective num-
ber of warning lights illuminate.
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.
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114Using the system