2013 SKODA OCTAVIA key

WARNING■Do not depress the accelerator if changing the forward driving mode – risk
of accident!■
Never move the selector lever to mode R or P when driving – risk of an acci-
dent!
■
When the vehicle is stationery and the engine is running, you need to hold
the vehicle with the brake pedal in mode D, S or R. Even when the engine is
idling, the power transmission is never completely interrupted – the vehicle
creeps.
■
When leaving the vehicle the selector lever must always be set to P . Other-
wise the vehicle could then start to move and potentially cause an accident.
CAUTION
■ If you moved the selector lever to mode N while driving, you need to release the
accelerator pedal and wait until the engine has reached its idling speed, before
you can move the selector lever to a forward driving mode again.■
At temperatures below -10 °C the engine can only be started in the selector lev-
er position P.
■
When trying to stop on a slope, never try to hold the vehicle using the accelera-
tor pedal – this may lead to gear damage.
Note
After the ignition is switched off, the ignition key can only be withdrawn if the se-
lector lever is in the position P.
Modes and use of selector leverFig. 120
Selector lever/display
Fig. 121
Shiftlock button
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 126.
When the ignition is switched on, the gearbox mode and the currently selected
gear are indicated in the display » Fig. 120.
The following modes can be selected with the selector lever » Fig. 120.
P
– Parking mode
The driven wheels are locked mechanically in this mode.
The parking mode must only be selected when the vehicle is stationary.
R
– Reverse gear
Reverse gear can only be engaged when the vehicle is stationary and the engine
is at idling speed. 
127Starting-off and Driving

Activate/deactivate TCS
Within the ESC system, the TCS can be activated or deactivated in the Infotain-
ment » Infotainment manual , chapter Vehicle settings (key CAR) or with the sym-
bol key  » Fig. 127 .
› Briefly press the symbol button
.
The warning light  lights up in the instrument cluster and the following message
is shown on the display.
Traction control (ASR) deactivated.
ASR OFF
› Press the symbol button
 again.
The warning light 
lights up in the instrument cluster and the following message
is shown on the display.
Traction control (ASR) activated.ASR ON
Enable/disable ESC Sport Within the ESC system, the ESC SPORT can be deactivated or activated in the In-
fotainment » Infotainment manual , chapter Vehicle settings (key CAR) or with the
symbol key 
» Fig. 127 .
ESC Sport is a setting intended for a sporty way of driving. By activating ESC
Sport, the TCS is disabled and the activation of the ESC procedure is delayed so
that the sporty drive will not be compromised if applicable.
› Press and hold the symbol button

.
The warning light 
lights up in the instrument cluster and the following message
is shown on the display.
ESC sport: directional stabil. restricted.
ESC SPORT
› Press the symbol button

again.
The warning light 
lights up in the instrument cluster and the following message
is shown on the display.
Stabilisation control (ESC) activated.
ESC ONCAUTIONBy activating ESC Sport, TCS is automatically deactivated. As a result of this, some
of the other vehicle system functions may be limited.
Antilock Braking System (ABS)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 137.
ABS prevents the wheels locking when braking. Thus helping the driver to main-
tain control of the vehicle.
The intervention of the ABS is noticeable from the pulsating movements of the
brake pedal which is accompanied by noises.
When the ABS system is active, do not brake periodically or reduce the pressure
on the brake pedal.

Traction Control System (TCS)
Fig. 128
TCS button
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 137.
If the wheels are slipping, the TCS system adapts the engine speed to the condi-
tions of the road surface. The TCS makes it much easier to start off, accelerate
and climb steep hills even if the conditions of the road surface are unfavourable.
The TCS function is automatically activated each time the ignition is switched on.
If your vehicle is fitted with the ESC system, the ASR is integrated into the ESC
system » page 137 . 
138Driving

Manoeuvring out of a parallel parking spaceFirst read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 142.
Manoeuvring out
›
Press the symbol button once

» Fig. 131 on page 143 .
›
Activate the turn signal for side of the vehicle where the parking space is out of
which you wish to manoeuvre.
›
Select reverse gear or move the selector lever into position R.
›
As soon as the following message is shown in the display:  Steer. interv.
Check area around veh.! , let go of the steering wheel. The steering will be tak-
en over by the system.
›
Observe the direct vicinity of the vehicle and reverse carefully.
›
Follow the system instructions shown in the display.
As soon as the parking procedure is completed, an audible signal sounds and the
following message appears in the information display:
Please take over steering and drive on.
Automatic termination
The system terminates the manoeuvring procedure if one of the following cases
arises.
› Speed of more than 7 km/h exceeded during the manoeuvring procedure.
› System button pressed.
› TCS system switched off.
› Intervention of the driver in the automatic steering procedure (stops the steer-
ing wheel).
› There is a system fault (system temporarily not available).
› Automatic braking for damage limitation.
If any of the above events occurs, the following warning message is dis-
played. » page 145 .

Automatic brake assist
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 142.
The system provides assistance to the driver with automatic brake assist. The au-
tomatic brake assist does not exempt the driver from his/her responsibility for
the accelerator, brake and clutch.
Automatic braking for preventing cancellations caused by excessive speeds
To prevent the speed from exceeding 7 km/h and to subsequently prevent can-
cellation of the parking procedure, automatic brake support is initiated. The park-
ing procedure can be resumed after automatic braking.
Automatic braking takes place only once per parking procedure.
Automatic braking for damage limitation
The system detects an imminent collision based on the driving speed and the dis-
tance from the obstacle, automatic brake support is initiated.
The system function is ended after this automatic brake assist for damage limita- tion.WARNING■ Automatic brake assist only works as an element of the assist function. The
driver must always be ready to brake the vehicle him/herself.■
Automatic brake assist is ended after around 1.5 seconds. Depress the brak-
ing pedal so that the vehicle does not start moving by itself.

Information messages
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 142.
Park Assist stopped. Speed too high.
If a speed of 50 km / h is exceeded while searching for a parking space, the sys-
tem with the key symbol is  must be reactivated.
Speed too high. Take over steering!
The parking procedure was ended because the speed was exceeded. Park with a
max. speed of 7 km/h.
Park Assist stopped. Driver steer. intervent.
The parking procedure is terminated due to a driver steering intervention. Park Assist finished. ASR deactivated.
The parking procedure cannot be carried out because the TCS system is deactiva-
ted. Activate the TCS.
ASR deactivated. Take over steering! 
145Assist systems

WARNING■If you suspect that the sensor is damaged, deactivate the ACC. Have the
sensor checked by a specialist garage.■
The sensor can become misaligned by collisions or by damage to the front of
the vehicle, the wheel arch or the underside of the vehicle. This can lead to an
impairment of the ACC function - risk of accidents! If this is the case, have the
sensor checked by a specialist garage.
■
Any improperly carried out work to the front of the vehicle may cause the
sensor to become misaligned. We therefore recommend only having these
modifications and technical alterations carried out by a specialist garage.
Please also observed the instructions in » page 200, Service work, adjust-
ments and technical alterations .
■
The area in front of and around the sensor must not be covered with stick-
ers, additional lights or similar items. This can lead to impaired function of the sensor - risk of accidents!
CAUTION
The sensor may not be able to distinguish all objects correctly under certain cir-cumstances. We therefore recommend that you avoid using the ACC in the follow-
ing cases.■
When driving through places where metal objects (such as metal buildings, rail-
road tracks, etc.) can be found.
■
When driving through very divided and enclosed spaces (such as large-capacity
garages, car ferries, tunnels and the like.).
CAUTION
Remove the snow with a brush and the ice with a solvent-free de-icer.
OperationFig. 136
Instrument cluster display (ACC): Set proximity, recognized vehicle
Fig. 137
Instrument cluster display: Examples of ACC status displays.
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 148.
The ACC can be controlled and the settings adjusted using the control lev-
er » Fig. 138 on page 151 or in the infotainment » infotainment manual , chap-
ter Vehcile settings (CAR key) .
Explanation of graphic » Fig. 136
Vehicle detected (control active).
Line, which indicates the time interval delay when adjusting. Set time interval to the vehicle ahead.
Vehicle detected (control deactivated). 
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Start controlFirst read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 148.
Basic requirements for start of control
ACC is enabled.
TCS is enabled » page 137, Brake assist systems .
On vehicles with a manual transmission, the second gear or higher must be
engaged.
On vehicles with a manual transmission, the current speed must be higher
than approx. 25 km/h.
On vehicles with an automatic transmission, the selector lever must be in the
D/S position or in the Tiptronic position.
On vehicles with an automatic transmission, the current speed must be high-
er than approx. 2 km/h.
The control be started with the key 
or by adjusting the lever into the sprung
position 
» Fig. 138 on page 151 .
Button 
›
Press 
the key.
The ACC will take over the current speed and executes control.
Lever position 
›
Set the lever into the sprung position

.
The ACC will take over the current speed and executes control. Should the speed be stored already, the ACC adopts this speed and executes control.
If control is enabled, the green indicator light 
illuminates in the warning light
bar.
Note
■ If control is started at a speed of less than 30 km/h on vehicles with an auto-
matic transmission, the speed of 30 km/h is stored. The speed increases auto-
matically to 30 km/h or is regulated with respect to the speed of the vehicle ahead.■
When TCS is disabled, it will be activated automatically upon starting control.
■
If the TCS is deactivated during control, control is stopped automatically.

Stop/resume control
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 148.
Stop control
›
Set the lever into the sprung position  » Fig. 138 on page 151 .
or
›
Apply the brake.
Control stops, the speed remains stored.
Resume control
›
Start control » page 152.
Note
Control is also stopped when the clutch is held down for longer than 30 s.
Set/change the desired speed
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 148.
The desired speed can be set or changed using the control lever » page 151.
The set speed is stored upon releasing the lever or the button on the button on
the lever.
Set/change speed by 10 km/h at a time 
) - Requirements
ACC is enabled.
Increase speed by 1 km/h at a time ( 
) - Requirements
ACC is enabled.
Vehicle control ensues.
Decrease speed by 1 km/h at a time ( 
) - Requirements
ACC is enabled.
Vehicle control ensues. 
152Driving

Towing a trailer
Towing device
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Description
169
Setting the ready position
170
Installing the ball rod
170
Check proper fitting
171
Removing the ball rod
171
Use and care
172
If your vehicle has already been factory-fitted with a towing device or is fitted
with a towing device from ŠKODA Original Accessories, then it meets all of the
technical requirements and national legal provisions for towing a trailer.
Your vehicle is fitted with a 13-pin power socket for the electrical connection be-tween the vehicle and trailer. If the trailer that is to be towed has a 7-pin connec-
tor , you can use a suitable adapter from ŠKODA Original Accessories.
Maximum Trailer drawbar load weight is 75 kg, or 80 kg for the Octavia Estate
4x4 vehicles.
WARNING■ Before each time you make a journey when using the ball rod, check that it
is seated correctly and is secured in the mounting recess.■
Do not operate the ball rod if it is not correctly inserted in the mounting re-
cess.
■
Do not operate the towing device if it is damaged or incomplete.
■
Do not perform any modifications or changes to the towing device.
■
Never release the ball rod while the trailer is still coupled.
CAUTION
Handle the ball rod carefully to avoid damaging the paintwork on the bumper.
DescriptionFig. 152
Carrier of the towing device/ball rod
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 169.
The ball rod can be removed and can be found in the spare wheel well or in a
compartment for the spare wheel in the boot » page 236.
Explanation of graphic 13-pin power socket
Safety eye
Mounting recess
Cap
Dust cap
Ball rod
Operating lever
Lock cap
Trigger pin
Keys
Locking ball
Note
If you lose the key, please get in touch with a specialist garage.
1234567891011169Towing a trailer

Setting the ready positionFig. 153
Setting the ready position/ready position
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 169.
Before installing always adjust the ball rod in the ready position.
›
Turn the key
1
so that its red marking is visible » Fig. 153.
›
Grab the ball rod underneath the protective cap
2
.
›
Press the trigger pin
3
as far as the stop in the direction of the arrow - at the
same time push the lever
4
downwards as far as it will go in the direction of
the arrow.
The lever remains locked in this position.
CAUTION
In the ready position, the key cannot be removed nor turned into a different posi-
tion.
Installing the ball rodFig. 154
Insert the ball rod/lock up the lock, and put the lock cover on
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 169.
›
Pull cap
4
» Fig. 152 on page 169 downwards.
›
Adjust the ball rod to the ready position » page 170.
›
Grip the tow bar from underneath » Fig. 154 and insert into the mounting recess
until you hear it click into place » .
Lever
1
turns upwards automatically and the release pin
2
pops out (its red
and green parts are visible) » .
If the lever
1
does not turn automatically, or if the trigger pin
2
does not come
out, remove the ball rod from the mounting recess by turning the lever down-
wards as far as it can go. Clean the wedge surfaces on the ball rod and the
mounting recess.
›
Lock the lock on the operating lever by turning the key
3
by 180° to the right
(see green marking is visible) and remove the key in the direction of the arrow.
›
Insert the cap
4
on the lock in the direction of the arrow » .
›
Check the ball rod for proper attachment » page 171.
WARNING■
Keep your hands outside the lever's range of motion when attaching the ball
rod – risk of finger injuries!■
Never attempt to pull the operating lever violently upwards to turn the key.
Doing so would mean the ball rod is not attached correctly! 170Driving

CAUTION■After removing the key, always replace the cap on the lock of the operating lev-
er – there is a risk of dirt getting into the lock.■
Keep the mounting recess of the towing device clean at all times. Such dirt pre-
vents the ball rod from being attached securely!
■
After removing the ball rod, always place the cap on the mounting recess.

Check proper fitting
Fig. 155
Check the proper attachment of
the ball rod
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 169.
Before each use of the ball rod, check that it is attached properly.
Check the following points.
Lever
1
is up as far as it goes » Fig. 155.
The trigger pin
2
is completely exposed (both its red and green part is visi-
ble).
The key is removed.
the cap
3
is on top of the lock of the operating lever.
The ball rod does not come off the mounting recess even after strong “shak- ing”.
WARNINGDo not use the towing device unless the ball rod was properly locked!

Removing the ball rodFig. 156
Unlock the operating lever of the ball rod/removing the ball rod
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 169.
›
Remove the cap
1
» Fig. 156 from the lock on the tow bar in the direction of
the arrow.
›
Unlock the lock on the operating lever by turning the key
2
180° to the left so
that the red marking becomes visible.
›
Grab hold of the ball rod from underneath.
›
Press the trigger pin
3
as far as the stop in the direction of the arrow - at the
same time push the lever
4
downwards as far as it will go in the direction of
the arrow.
The ball rod is released in this position and falls freely into the hand. If it does not
fall freely into the hand, use your other hand to push it upwards.
At the same time, the ball rod latches into the ready position and is thus ready to
be re-inserted into the mounting recess »
.
›
Place the cap
4
» Fig. 152 on page 169 onto the mounting recess.
WARNINGNever allow the ball rod to remain unsecured in the boot. This could cause
damage to the boot upon sudden braking, and could put the safety of the oc-
cupants at risk. 171Towing a trailer