2013 SKODA OCTAVIA ignition

The window can be completely opened automatically by briefly pressing the but-ton down as far as the stop. Renewed pressing of the button causes the window
to stop immediately.
Closing›
Lightly press the appropriate button up and hold it until the window has moved
into the desired position.
The window can be completely closed automatically by briefly pressing the but-
ton up as far as the stop. Renewed pressing of the button causes the window to
stop immediately.
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Force limit
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 47.
The electrical power window system is fitted with a force limiter. It reduces the
risk of bruises or injuries when closing the windows.
If there is an obstacle, the closing process is stopped and the window goes down
by several centimetres.
If the obstacle prevents the window from being closed during the next 10 sec-
onds, the closing process is interrupted once again and the window goes down by several centimetres.
If you attempt to close the window again within 10 seconds of the window being moved down for the second time, even though the obstacle was not yet been re-moved, the closing process is only stopped. During this time it is not possible to
automatically close the window. The force limiter is still switched on.
The force limiter is only switched off if you attempt to close the window again
within the next 10 seconds - the window will now close with full force!
If you wait longer than 10 seconds, the force limiter is switched on again.

Window convenience operation
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 47.
Convenience opening/closing of all windows can be operated by locking/unlock-
ing the vehicle as follows.
Settings the window convenience operation » Infotainment owner's manual ,
chapter Vehicle settings (button CAR) .
The prerequisite for ensuring that the convenience operating feature correctly is the automatic opening/closing of all windows is operational.
Opening and closing can take place in one of the following ways.
Opening
›
Press the symbol button 
button on the remote control key.
›
Hold the key in the driver's lock in the unlock position.
›
Hold button
A
1)
in the opening position » Fig. 23 on page 48.
Closing
›
Press the symbol button 
button on the remote control key.
›
Hold the key in the driver's lock in the lock position.
›
Hold button
A
1)
in the closing position » Fig. 23 on page 48.
›
In the KESSY system, hold a finger on the sensor
1
» Fig. 14 on page 38.
You can interrupt the opening or closing process for the windows immediately by
releasing the key or the the button
A
and interrupting the locking/unlocking.
Convenience opening or closing the window using the key in the driver's lock is
only possible within 45 seconds after locking the vehicle.
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Operational faults
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 47.
The automatic power windows do not work if the vehicle battery was disconnec- ted and connected while a window is open. The system must be activated.
Activation sequence: 

1)
Convenience opening and closing the windows with the button
A
is possible immediately after un-
locking the vehicle or turning off the ignition and opening the driver's or front passenger's door.
49Unlocking and opening

›Switch on the ignition.›Pull the top edge of the button and close the window.›
Release the button.
›
Pull the relevant button upwards again for approx. 3 seconds, and keep it press-
ed down.
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Panoramic sliding/tilting roof (Octavia)
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Operation
50
Convenience operation of sliding / tilting roof
51
The panoramic sliding/tilting roof (abbreviated in the following as 'sliding/tilting
roof') can only be operated when the ignition is turned on and when the outdoor temperature is higher than -20 °C.
The sliding/tilting roof can still be operated for approx. 10 minutes after switchingthe ignition off. However, as soon as the driver or front passenger's door is
opened it is no longer possible to operate the sliding/tilting roof.
CAUTION
■ Always close the sliding/tilting roof before disconnecting the battery.■If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, it is possible that the
sliding/tilting roof does not operate correctly. Next, move the rotary switch into
position A
» Fig. 25 on page 50 , pull the recess firmly downwards and hold for-
wards firmly. The sliding/tilting roof opens and closes again after around 10 sec-
onds. Do not release the control dial until it has done so.

OperationFig. 25
Control dial for the sliding/tilting
roof
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 50.
Comfort position
›
Turn the switch to position
C
» Fig. 25 .
When the sliding/tilting roof is in the comfort position, the intensity of the wind noise is reduced.
Open partially
›
Turn the switch to a position in area
D
.
Open fully
›
Turn the switch to position
B
and hold it in this position (spring-tensioned po-
sition).
Tilting roof
›
Turn the switch to position
A
.
›
Press the switch in the region of the lug
E
towards the roof.
Closing
›
Turn the switch to position
A
.
›
Press the switch on the recess
E
down and pull forwards.
Force limiter
The sliding/tilting roof is fitted with a force limiter. The sliding/tilting roof stops and moves back several centimetres when it cannot be closed because there is
something in the way (e.g. ice). The sliding/tilting roof can be fully closed without
a force limiter by pressing the switch on the recess
E
down and then pushing it
forward until the sliding/tilting roof is fully closed » .
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WARNINGWhen closing the sliding/tilting roof proceed with caution to avoid causing
crushing injuries – risk of injury!
CAUTION
During the winter it may be necessary to remove any ice and snow in the vicinity
of the sliding/tilting roof before opening it to prevent any damage to the opening
mechanism.
Note
The sliding / tilting roof is fitted with a force limiter. The sun blind is operated
manually.
Convenience operation of sliding / tilting roof
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 50.
The sliding / tilting roof can be operated by locking or unlocking using the key or
using the KESSY system with the aid of the sensor
1
» Fig. 14 on page 38.
Closing
The sliding/tilting roof can be closed as follows.
›
Press the symbol button  button on the remote control key.
›
Hold the key in the driver's lock in the lock position.
›
In the KESSY system, hold a finger on the sensor
1

» Fig. 14 on page 38.
By releasing the lock or lifting your finger off the sensor
1
when using the KESSY
system, the closing process is immediately interrupted.
Tilting roof
›
Press the symbol button  button on the remote control key.
WARNINGClose the sliding/tilting roof carefully – risk of injury. The force limiter does not
operate with the convenience closing.NoteThe sliding/tilting roof cannot be opened using the convenience operating fea-
ture.
Panoramic sliding/tilting roof (Octavia Estate)
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Operation
52
Opening/closing the sun screen
52
Convenience operation of sliding / tilting roof
53
The panoramic sliding/tilting roof (abbreviated in the following as 'sliding/tilting
roof') can only be operated when the ignition is turned on and when the outdoor temperature is higher than -20 °C.
The sliding/tilting roof can still be operated for approx. 10 minutes after switchingthe ignition off. However, as soon as the driver or front passenger's door is
opened it is no longer possible to operate the sliding/tilting roof.
CAUTION
■ Always close the sliding/tilting roof before disconnecting the battery.■If, for example, the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, it is possi-
ble that the sliding/tilting roof does not operate correctly. Next, move the rotary
switch into position A
» Fig. 26 on page 52 , pull the recess firmly downwards
and hold forwards firmly. The sliding/tilting roof opens and closes again after
around 10 seconds. Do not release the control dial until it has done so.
■
If, for example, the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, it is possi-
ble that the sun screen does not operate correctly. Then turn the switch to posi-
tion
A
» Fig. 26 on page 52and press and hold the button
G
» Fig. 27 on
page 52. The sun screen opens and closes again after around 10 seconds. Do not
release the control dial until it has done so.
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51Unlocking and opening

Lights and visibility
Lights
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Side lights and low beam
55
Daylight running lights (DAY LIGHT)
55
Turn signal and main beam
56
Automatic driving lamp control
57
Adaptive headlights (AFS)
57
Headlight assist
58
Fog lights
59
Fog lights with the CORNER function
59
Rear fog light
60
COMING HOME / LEAVING HOME
60
Hazard warning light system
61
Parking lights
61
The lights work only with the ignition on, unless otherwise stated.
On models fitted with right-hand steering, the position of some of the controls
differs from that shown in » Fig. 28 on page 55. The symbols which mark the
positions of the controls are identical.
Keep the headlights lenses clean. The following guidelines must be ob-
served » page 207 , Headlight lenses .
WARNING■
The activation of the lights should only be undertaken in accordance with
national legal requirements.■
The driver is always responsible for the correct settings and use of the
lights.
■
The automatic driving lamp control  only operates as a support and does
not release the driver from his responsibility to check the light and, if necessa-
ry, to switch on the light depending on the given light conditions. The light sensor cannot, for example, detect rain or snow. Under these conditions we
recommend switching on the low beam or fog lights!
Note
■ If there is a fault in the light switch, the low beam comes on automatically.■The headlights may mist up temporarily. When the driving lights are switched
on, the light outlet surfaces are free from mist after a short period, although the
headlight lenses may still be misted up in the peripheral areas. This mist has no
influence on the life of the lighting system.■
The instruments are also illuminated when the side light, low or high beam light
is switched on. The brightness of the instrument lighting can be activated or de- activated in the Infotainment » Operating instructions for Infotainment , chap-
ter Vehicle settings (CAR button) .
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54Using the system

Side lights and low beamFig. 28
Light switch and control dial for
the headlight beam range regu-
lation
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 54.
Light switch positions
A
» Fig. 28 .
Switching off lights (except daytime running lights) Automatic switching lights on and off » page 57
Switch on the parking light or parking lights on both sides » page 61
Switching on the low beam
Switch on the front fog lamp » page 59
Switching on the rear fog light » page 60
Headlight beam control 
Turning the rotary switch
B
» Fig. 28 from position 
to 
gradually activates the
headlight beam control, thereby shortening the beam of light.
The positions of the width of illumination correspond approximately to the fol-
lowing car load.
Front seats occupied, boot empty
All seats occupied, boot empty
All seats occupied, boot loaded
Driver seat occupied, boot loaded
WARNINGAlways adjust the headlight beam to satisfy the following conditions.■The vehicle does not dazzle other road users, especially oncoming vehicles.■
The beam range is sufficient for safe driving.Note■ We recommend you adjust the headlight beam when the low beam is switched
on.■
The Bi-Xenon bulbs adapt automatically to the load and driving state of the ve-
hicle when the ignition is switched on and when driving. Vehicles that are equip- ped with Bi-Xenon headlights do not have a manual headlight range adjustment
control.
■
The low beam continues to shine while the ignition is switched on and the light
switch is in the position  or  . After switching off the ignition, the low beam
is switched off automatically and only the side lights come on. The side light goes
out after the ignition key is removed.

Daylight running lights (DAY LIGHT)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 54.
The daytime running lights function provides the lighting of the front of the vehi-
cle.
Switching on daytime running lights
›
The light switch
A
is in position 
or turn 
» Fig. 28 on page 55.
Activating or dectivating daytime running lights function on vehicles with Infotainment
The daytime running light can be activated or deactivated in the Infotain-
ment » Operating instructions for Infotainment , chapter Vehicle settings (CAR
button) .
Deactivating the daytime running lights feature on vehicles without
Infotainment
›
Pull the turn signal and main beam lever to the steering wheel and push down-
wards » Fig. 29 on page 56.
›
At the same time switch on the ignition and hold the lever down in this position
for at least 3 seconds.
Activating the daytime running lights feature on vehicles without Infotainment
›
Pull the turn signal and main beam lever to the steering wheel and push up- wards » Fig. 29 on page 56.
›
At the same time switch on the ignition and hold the lever down in this position
for at least 3 seconds. 
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The daytime running lights are switched on automatically if the following condi-tions are met:
The ignition is switched on.
The daylight driving lights function is activated.
The light switch is in the position  or  » Fig. 30 on page 57.
Note
When the daytime running light is switched on, the side lights (neither at the
front or rear) and the number plate lights are not lit.
Turn signal and main beam
Fig. 29
Operating lever: Turn signal and
main beam operation
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 54.
Operating lever positions » Fig. 29 .
Switch on right turn signal 
Switch on left turn signal 
Switch on main beam (spring-tensioned position) 
Switch on main beam or headlamp flasher (spring-loaded position) 
The parking light can also be controlled with the control lever » page 61.
The main beam can only be switched on when the low beam lights are on.
When the high beam or headlight flasher is on, the warning light 
illuminates in
the instrument cluster.
When the left or right turn signal is on, the warning light 
or 
flashes in the
instrument cluster.
ABCDOn vehicles with Headlight assist, when the lever is put into position C, the As-
sistant is activated » page 58.
“Convenience turn signal”
If you only wish to flash three times, briefly push the lever to the upper or lower
pressure point and release again.
The “convenience turn signal” can be activated or deactivated in the Infotain- ment » Operating instructions for Infotainment , chapter Vehicle settings (CAR
button) .
Turn signal for changing lanes - to only flash briefly, only move the lever up or
down to the pressure point and hold it in this position.WARNINGOnly turn on the main beam or the headlight flasher if other road users will
not be dazzled.
Note
■ The headlight flasher system can also be operated if the ignition is switched off.■The turn signal light switches itself off automatically when driving around a
curve or after making a turn.■
The warning light flashes at twice its normal rate if a bulb for the turn signal
light fails.
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56Using the system

The vehicle is stopped or moves at a speed of no more than 40 km/h.
The low beam is switched on or the light switch is in the position  and the
low beam is switched on.
The daytime running lights are not switched on. The fog lights are not switched on.
The CORNER light is mainly intended to be used for illuminating the nearby envi-
ronment at a broad angle in front of and beside the vehicle. It lights up and goes out gradually.
Note
The two fog lights are switched on when you shift into the reverse gear.
Rear fog light
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 54.
Switching on/off
›
Turn the light switch into position 
or 

» Fig. 32 on page 59.
›
Pull the light switch to position
2
.
The rear fog light is switched off in the reverse order.
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 can only be put in-
to one position.
The warning light 
lights up in the instrument cluster when the rear fog light is
switched on » page 15.
Only the rear fog light on the trailer lights up if the vehicle has a factory-fitted towing device or a towing device from ŠKODA original accessories and it is driven
with a trailer.
COMING HOME / LEAVING HOME
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 54.
COMING HOME/LEAVING HOME (hereafter referred to only as function) makes it possible to automatically switch on the lights for a short time after leaving the
vehicle or when approaching the vehicle in poor visibility.
The function is switched on automatically if the following conditions are met: The light switch is in position  » Fig. 30 on page 57.
The visibility in the vehicle environment is reduced.
The ignition is switched off.
The function and duration of the lighting can be activated or deactivated in the Infotainment » Operating instructions for Infotainment , chapter Vehicle settings
(button CAR) .
The light is regulated based on data gathered by the light sensor attached be-
tween the windscreen and the interior mirror » page 57.
The function switches on the parking and low beam lights, the entry lighting in
the exterior mirrors and the licence plate light.
COMING HOME
The light turns on automatically when you open the driver's door.
The light turns off after the preset time when you close all the doors and the boot
lid.
If a door or the boot lid remains open, the light goes out after 60 seconds.
LEAVING HOME
The light turns on automatically after the vehicle is unlocked with the remote
control.
The light turns off after a preset time or after the vehicle is locked.
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. 60Using the system

NoteIf this function is activated constantly, the battery will be heavily discharged par-
ticularly in short-haul traffic.
Hazard warning light system
Fig. 33
Button for hazard warning light
system
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 54.
Switching on/off
›
Press the button 
» Fig. 33 .
All the turn signal lights on the vehicle flash at the same time when the hazard
warning light system is switched on. The warning light for the turn signals and
the warning light in the button also flash at the same time. The hazard warning
light system can also be operated if the ignition is switched off.
If one of the airbags is deployed, the hazard warning light system will switch on
automatically.
If the turn signal light is switched on when the hazard warning light and the igni- tion are both switched on, then only the turn signal light on the corresponding
vehicle side will flash.
WARNINGSwitch on the hazard warning light system if, for example, the following oc-
curs.■
You encounter a traffic congestion.
■
The vehicle has broken down.
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Parking lights
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 54.
Parking light  switching on
›
Switch off the ignition.
›
Place the control lever into position
A
or
B
as far as it can go » Fig. 29 on
page 56 - the parking light on the right/left-hand side of the vehicle is switched
on.
Switching on the side light on both sides 
›
Turn the light switch
A
to position » Fig. 28 on page 55 and lock the vehicle.
Note
■
The parking light  can only be activated if the ignition is switched off.■If the right or left turn signal light has been switched on and the ignition is
switched off, the parking light is not automatically switched on.
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Interior lights
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Front interior light
62
Rear interior light
62
Rear interior light
63
Front door warning light
63
Entry space lighting
63
61Lights and visibility