2013 SKODA OCTAVIA lock

CAUTIONThe double sided floor covering can only be used in vehicles without the variable
loading floor » page 99 - There is a risk of damage to the variable loading floor.
Note
For easier turning of the covering, use the loop attached.
Luggage net
Fig. 86
Luggage net
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 91.
The luggage net is located on the underside of the luggage compartment cover.
The net is designed for transporting lighter objects.
WARNINGOnly store soft objects with a total weight of 1.5 kg in the net. Heavy objects are not secured sufficiently – risk of injury!
CAUTION
Do not place any sharp objects into the net – risk of net damage.
Luggage compartment coverFig. 87
Removing/installing the luggage compartment cover
Fig. 88
Luggage compartment cover
stowed behind the rear seats
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 91.
Removing
›
Unhook support straps
1
» Fig. 87 .
›
On the underside of the cover, in the area between the holders, press
2
.
›
Remove the cover.
The removed boot cover can be stowed behind the seat backrest » Fig. 88.
Installing
›
Place the cover on the contact surfaces of the side trim panel.
›
Place the recesses of the cover
3
» Fig. 87 over the holders
2
in the side trim
panel.
›
Press on the upper side of the cover so that the mounts fully interlock in the holders.
›
Hook the support straps
1
on the boot lid. 
95Seats and useful equipment

WARNINGNo objects should be placed on the luggage compartment cover, the vehicle
occupants could be endangered if there is sudden braking or the vehicle col-
lides with something.
CAUTION
■ Please ensure that the heating elements for the rear window heater are not
damaged as a result of objects placed in this area.■
When closing the boot lid, jamming and damage to the luggage compartment
cover or the side trim panel can occur if handled in an unprofessional way. The following guidelines must be observed. ■ The recesses in the cover
3
» Fig. 87 must lock in the holders in the side trim
panel
2
.
■ The items which are transported must not exceed the height of the luggage
compartment cover. ■ The cover must not be jammed in the surrounding seal of the luggage com-
partment lid when it is in the opened position. ■ There must be no object in the gap between the opened cover and the rear
backrest.
Note
Opening the boot lid also lifts up the boot cover.
Roll-up luggage compartment cover (Octavia Estate)
Fig. 89
Pull out and remove the roll-up luggage compartment cover/roll up
roll-up luggage compartment cover
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 91.
Extending
›
Grasp the cover on the handle
A
» Fig. 89 and pull it out in the direction of the
arrow
1
until it clicks.
Retracting
›
Push the cover in the area of the handle
A
» Fig. 89 in the direction of the ar-
row
2
.
The cover rolls up automatically.
Removing/inserting
The fully rolled-up luggage compartment cover can be removed (e.g. for the
transport of bulky objects).
›
Push on the side of the crossbar in the direction of the arrow
3
» Fig. 89 and
remove the cover in the direction of the arrow
4
.
Insertion takes place in reverse order.
The removed luggage compartment cover can be stowed in the storage compart- ment under the variable loading floor » page 97, Stowing roll-up luggage com-
partment cover and roof racks .
WARNINGNo objects should be placed on the foldable boot cover.
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96Using the system

WARNING■Check that the crossbar of the net partition is hung firmly into the recepta-
cles D » Fig. 101 on page 102 and C » Fig. 103 on page 103.■
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.

Using the net partition behind the rear seats
Fig. 101
Folding out part of the roll-up luggage compartment cover/net par-
tition behind the rear seats in the pulled-out state
Fig. 102
Net partition: Release lever
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 101.
Extending
›
Fold out part of the roll-up luggage compartment cover
A
in the direction of
the arrow » Fig. 101.
›
Pull out the net partition at the upper crossbar
B
from the housing
C
.
›
Hook the crossbar into one of the receptacles
D
.
›
On the other side, press on the crossbar and hook it into the appropriate recep-
tacle
D
.
If the cross-bar is hooked into the receptacle
D
for example, the press on the
cross bar in the direction of arrow 1 and insert into the receptacle to the right
D
.
›
Fold back part of the roll-up luggage compartment cover
A
in the opposite di-
rection of the arrow.
Retracting
›
Fold out part of the roll-up luggage compartment cover
A
in the direction of
the arrow » Fig. 101.
›
Press on the crossbar and remove it from the receptacles
D
, first on one side,
then on the other side.
›
Hold the crossbar
B
in such a way that the net partition can slowly roll up into
the housing
C
without being damaged.
›
Fold back part of the roll-up luggage compartment cover
A
in the opposite di-
rection of the arrow.
CAUTION
If the net partition blocks when pulling it out of the housing, push the release lev- er E in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 102.
Note
If you wish to use the entire luggage compartment, the roll-up luggage compart-
ment cover can be removed » page 96.
102Using the system

Using the net partition behind the front seatsFig. 103
Net partition behind the front
seats in the pulled-out state
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 101.
Extending
›
Fold the rear seats forward » page 78.
›
Pull out the net partition at the upper crossbar
A
from the housing
B
» Fig. 103 .
›
Hook the crossbar into one of the receptacles
C
.
›
On the other side, press on the crossbar and hook it into the appropriate recep-
tacle
C
.
If the crossbar is hooked into the receptacle
C
to the left for example, then press
on the crossbar in the direction of the arrow 1 and insert into the receptacle
C
to
the right.
Retracting
›
Press on the crossbar and remove it from the receptacles
C
, first on one side,
then on the other side.
›
Hold the crossbar
A
in such a way that the net partition can slowly roll up into
the housing
B
without being damaged.
›
Fold the rear seats back into their original positions » page 78.
CAUTION
If the net partition blocks when pulling it out of the housing, push the release lev-
er E in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 102 on page 102.

Removing and refitting the net partition housingFig. 104
Rear seats: Removing the net
partition housing
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 101.
Removing
›
Fold the rear seats forward » page 78.
›
Open the rear right door » page 40.
›
Push the net partition housing
A
in the direction of the arrow
1
and remove it
from the mounts on the right seat backrests in the direction of the arrow
2
» Fig. 104 .
Installing
›
Insert the recesses on the net partition housing into the mounts on the rear seat backrests.
›
Push the net partition housing in the opposite direction of the arrow
1
» Fig. 104 as far as the stop.
›
Fold the rear seats back into their original positions » page 78.
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Roof rack system

Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Attachment points
104
Roof load
105
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103Seats and useful equipment

Defrosting windscreenFirst read and observe the introductory information given on page 112.
Switching on/off
›
Press the symbol button  » Fig. 110 on page 112.
›
Press the symbol button  again or press the symbol button .
More air flows out of the air outlet vents 1 » Fig. 106 on page 107. The tempera-
ture control is controlled automatically.
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Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and ventilation)
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Switching on/off
116
Radio remote control
116
Conditions for the functioning of auxiliary heating (Aux. heating and ventilation),
hereinafter referred to only as auxiliary heating (Aux. heating).
The charge state of the vehicle battery is sufficient.
The fuel supply is adequate (the warning icon 
is not lit in the display of the
instrument cluster).
Auxiliary ventilation
The auxiliary ventilation enables fresh air to flow into the vehicle interior by
switching off the engine, whereby the interior temperature is effectively de-
creased (e.g. with the vehicle parked in the sun).
Auxiliary heating (parking heating)
The auxiliary heating (parking heating) can be used when stationary, when the engine is switched off to preheat the vehicle and while driving (e.g. during the
heating phase of the engine).
The auxiliary heater (parking heater) functions in connection with the air-condi-
tioning system or Climatronic.
The auxiliary heating (parking heating) also warms up the engine.
The auxiliary heating (parking heating) warms up the coolant by combusting fuel
from the vehicle tank. The coolant heats air flowing into the passenger compart- ment (as long as the blower fan speed B
» Fig. 108 on page 108 or
C
» Fig. 110
on page 112 is not set to zero).
WARNING■ The auxiliary heater (independent vehicle heater) must never be operated in
closed rooms (e.g. garages) – risk of poisoning!■
The auxiliary heating (parking heating) must not be running during refuelling
– risk of fire.
■
The exhaust pipe of the auxiliary heating is located underneath the vehicle.
Therefore, if you wish to operate the auxiliary heating (parking heating), do
not park the vehicle in such a way that the exhaust gases can come into con-
tact with highly flammable materials (e.g. dry grass) or easily inflammable sub-
stances (e.g. spilt fuel) – risk of fire.
CAUTION
■ The running auxiliary heating (parking heating) consumes fuel from the vehicle
tank and automatically controls the filling level. If only a low quantity of fuel is
present in the fuel tank, the auxiliary heater switches itself off.■
The exhaust pipe of the auxiliary heating, which is located underneath the vehi-
cle, must not be clogged up and the exhaust flow must not be blocked.
■
If the auxiliary heating is running, the vehicle battery discharges. If the auxiliary
heating and ventilation has been operated several times over a longer period, the
vehicle must be driven a few kilometres in order to recharge the vehicle battery.
Note
■ The auxiliary heating (aux. heating) switches on the blower B » Fig. 108 on
page 108 or C » Fig. 110 on page 112 only if it has achieved a coolant temperature
of approx. 50 °C.■
At low outside temperatures, this can result in a formation of water vapour in
the area of the engine compartment. This is quite normal and is not an operating problem.
■
The air inlet in front of the windscreen must be free of e.g. ice, snow or leaves
to ensure that the auxiliary heating and cooling system operates properly.
■
So that warm air can flow into the vehicle interior after switching on the auxili-
ary heating, you must maintain the comfort temperature normally selected by
you, leave the fan switched on and leave the air outlet vents in an open position.
It is recommended to put the air flow in the position  or .
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115Heating and air-conditioning

After pressing the button, the warning light in the remote control gives the
user different kinds of feedback:Display warning light B » Fig. 112MeaningLights up green for around 2 seconds.The auxiliary heating has been switch-
ed on.Lights up red for around 2 seconds.The auxiliary heating has been switch-
ed off:Slowly flashes green for around 2 sec- onds.The ignition signal was not received.Quickly flashes green for around 2 sec-
onds.The auxiliary heating is blocked, e. g.
because the tank is nearly empty or
there is a fault in the auxiliary heating.Flashes red for around 2 seconds.The switch off signal was not received.Lights up orange for around 2 seconds,
then green or red.The battery is weak, however the
switching on or off signal was received.Lights up orange for around 2 seconds,
then flashes green or red.The battery is weak, however the
switching on or off signal was not re-
ceived.Flashes orange for around 5 seconds.The battery is discharged, however the
switching on or off signal was not re-
ceived.
Replace the battery » page 247.
CAUTION
The radio remote control comprises electronic components and must therefore be
protected against water, severe impacts and direct sunlight.
117Heating and air-conditioning

Driving
Starting-off and Driving
Steering
Introduction
Fig. 113
Correct seated position for the
driver
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Adjusting the steering wheel position
118
Power steering
119WARNING■ When driving, hold the steering wheel with both hands firmly on the outer
edge in the 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock position. Never hold the steering wheel in
the 12 o'clock position or in any other way (e.g. in the middle or inner edge of
the steering wheel). In such cases, you could severely injure the arms, hands
and head when the driver airbag is deployed.■
Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving only when the
vehicle is stationary!
WARNING (Continued)■ Adjust the steering wheel so that the distance A » Fig. 113 between the
steering wheel and your chest is at least 25 cm. Adjust the distance between the legs and the dash panel in the knee airbag area so that there is a distance
of at least 10 cm B
. Not maintaining this minimum distance will mean that
the airbag system will not be able to properly protect you – hazard!
■
If the steering wheel is adjusted further towards the head, the protection
provided by the driver airbag in the event of an accident is reduced. Check that the steering wheel is aligned to the chest.

Adjusting the steering wheel position
Fig. 114
Adjustable steering wheel: Lever
below steering wheel
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 118.
The height and forward/back position of the steering wheel can be adjusted.
›
First of all adjust the driver's seat » page 71.
›
Swivel the lever underneath the steering wheel downwards » Fig. 114.
›
Adjust the steering wheel to the desired position (with regard to the height and
forward/back position).
›
Push the lever upwards to the stop.
WARNINGThe lever for adjusting the steering wheel must be locked whilst driving so
that the position of the steering wheel cannot accidently change during the
journey – risk of accident!
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118Driving

Power steeringFirst read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 118.
The power steering enables you to steer the vehicle with less physical force.
The power steering only works when the engine is running. It is still possible to fully steer the vehicle if the power steering fails or if the en-gine is not running (e.g. vehicle being towed in). However, greater physical effort is required to turn the steering wheel.
Steering force assistance can be influenced by the selection of driving mode » page 161 .

Starting and stopping the engine using the key

Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Electronic immobiliser
120
Ignition switch
120
Starting the engine
120
Stopping the engine
121
Starting and stopping the engine on vehicles with the KESSY system » page 121.
The engine can only be started with an appropriate original key.
The engine running noises may louder at first be louder for a short time after
starting the cold engine. This is quite normal and is not an operating problem.
WARNING■ When driving without the engine running, the ignition key must always be in
the position 2 » Fig. 115 on page 120 (ignition switched on). This position is
indicated by the illumination of certain indicator lights in the instrument clus-
ter. ■ If the key is not in position 2
, this could lead to unexpected the steering
locking - risk of accident!
■
Only pull the ignition key from the ignition lock when the vehicle has come
to a complete stop (by applying the handbrake). Otherwise the steering wheel
could block – risk of accident!
■
When leaving the vehicle, the ignition must always be removed. This is par-
ticularly important if children are left in the vehicle. Otherwise the children
could, for example, start the engine – risk of accident or injury!
■
Never leave the vehicle unattended with the engine running.
■
Never switch off the engine before the vehicle is stationary – risk of acci-
dent!
WARNING■ Never leave the engine running in unventilated or closed rooms. The ex-
haust gases from the engine contain substances such as odourless and col-
ourless carbon monoxide (a poisonous gas) – risk to life! ■ Carbon monoxide can cause unconsciousness and death.
CAUTION
■The starter must only be operated when the engine is not running and the vehi-
cle is at a standstill. The starter or engine may be damaged if the starter is activa- ted when the engine is running 3
» Fig. 115 on page 120.
■
Do not tow start the engine – there is a risk of damaging the engine and the
catalytic converter. The battery from another vehicle can be used as a jump-start
aid » page 243 , Jump-starting using the battery from another vehicle .
CAUTION
■
Avoid high engine revolutions, full throttle and high engine loads before the en-
gine has reached its operating temperature – risk of damaging the engine!■
Do not switch the engine off immediately at the end of your journey after the
engine has been operated over a prolonged period at high loads but leave it to
run at an idling speed for about 1 minute. This prevents any possible accumulation
of heat when the engine is switched off. 
119Starting-off and Driving