AbbreviationsAbbreviationDefinitionrpmEngine revolutions per minuteABSAnti-lock brake systemACCAdaptive cruise controlAHLAdaptive headlightsTCSTraction controlCO2 in g/kmdischarged quantity of carbon dioxide in grams per driven kilo-
metreDPFDiesel particle filterDSGAutomatic double clutch gearboxDSRActive driver-steering recommendationEDLElectronic differential lockECEEconomic Commission for EuropeEPCEPC fault lightESCElectronic Stability ControlEUEuropean UnionHBAHydraulic brake assistHHCUphill start assistkWKilowatt, measuring unit for the engine outputMGManual gearboxN1Panel van intended exclusively or mainly for the transporta-
tion of goodsNmNewton meter, measuring unit for the engine torqueTDI CRDiesel engine with turbocharging and common rail injection systemTSATrailer stabilisationTSIPetrol engine with turbocharging and direct injection
7Abbreviations
WARNING (Continued)■The prescribed tightening torque of the wheel bolts for steel and light alloy
wheels is 120 Nm.■
If the wheel bolts are tightened to a too low tightening torque, the rim can
come loose when the car is moving – risk of accident! A tightening torque
which is too high can damage the bolts and threads and this can result in per-
manent deformation of the contact surfaces on the rim.
■
In case of incorrect treatment of the wheel bolts, the wheel can loosen
when the car is moving – risk of accident!
WARNINGObserve the following information regarding the spare wheel.■Only use the spare wheel while absolutely necessary.■
Never drive with more than one spare wheel mounted.
■
The snow chains cannot be used on the spare wheel.
CAUTION
■ If a spare wheel is used that is not identical to the fitted tyres, the following
must be observed » page 232, Spare wheel .■
Protect the tyres from contact with oil, grease and fuel.
■
Replace lost dust caps.
■
If, in the event of a puncture, it is necessary to fit a spare wheel with a tyre
without a dedicated running direction or the opposite running direction, drive
carefully as the optimum characteristics of the tyre are no longer applicable in
this situation.
For the sake of the environment
Tyres which are insufficiently inflated increase your fuel consumption.
Note
■ We recommend that any work on the wheels or tyres be carried out by a spe-
cialist garage.■
We recommend that you use wheel rims, tyres, full wheel trims and snow chains
from ŠKODA Original Accessories.
Service life of tyresFig. 189
Principle sketch: Tyre tread with wear indicators/Open fuel filler
flap with a table detailing the tyre size and tyre inflation pressure
Fig. 190
Changing wheels around
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 228.
The life of tyres depends on the inflation pressure, driving style, and other cir-
cumstances. Following the advice below can extend the service life of your tyres.
Tyre pressure
Check the tyre pressure, including that of the spare wheel, at least once a month and also before setting off on a long journey.
The tyre pressures for tyres are shown on the inside of the fuel filler
flap » Fig. 189 -
.
The tyre pressure should be at the highest pressure specified for your vehicle at all times.
229Wheels
WARNING■The factory-supplied lifting jack is only intended for your model of vehicle.
Under no circumstances attempt to lift heavier vehicles or other loads – risk of
injury!■
Ensure that the vehicle tool kit is safely secured in the luggage compart-
ment.
■
Ensure that the box is always secured with the strap.
Changing a wheel
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Preparation
237
Changing a wheel
238
Follow-up tasks
238
Loosening/tightening wheel bolts
239
Raising the vehicle
239
Securing wheels against theft
240WARNING■ If you are in flowing traffic, switch on the hazard warning light system and
set up the warning triangle at the prescribed distance! The national legal re-
quirements must be observed.■
Park the vehicle as far away as possible from the flow of traffic. Park on as
flat and firm a surface as possible.
■
If the vehicle is subsequently fitted with tyres which are different from
those it was fitted with at the works, follow these guidelines » page 230, New
tyres .
WARNINGObserve the following instructions for lifting the vehicle.■If the wheel has to be changed on a slope, first of all block the opposite
wheel with a stone or similar object to prevent the vehicle from unexpectedly
rolling away.■
Secure the base plate of the lifting jack with suitable means to prevent pos-
sible moving. A soft and slippery ground under the base plate may move the lifting jack, causing the vehicle to fall down. It is therefore always necessary to
place the lifting jack on a solid surface or use a wide and stable base. Use a non-slip base (e.g. a rubber foot mat) if the surface is smooth, such as cobbled
stones, tiled floor, etc.
■
Only attach the lifting jack to the attachment points provided for this pur-
pose.
■
Always raise the vehicle with the doors closed.
■
Never position any body parts, such as arms or legs under the vehicle, while
the vehicle is raised with a lifting jack.
■
Never start the engine with the vehicle sitting on the raised jack – risk of in-
jury.
CAUTION
■ The tightening torque specified for the wheel bolts for steel and light alloy
wheels is 120 Nm.■
If the wheel bolts are fastened too tightly, this can cause damage to the anti-
theft wheel bolt or the adapter.
Note
The national legal requirements must be observed when changing a wheel.
Preparation
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 237.
Always change a wheel on a level surface as far as possible.
The following steps must be carried out before actually changing the wheel:
237Emergency equipment, and self-help
›Have
all of the occupants get out of the vehicle. While changing a tyre, the oc-
cupants of the vehicle should not stand on the road (they should instead remain
behind a crash barrier).›
Switch off the engine.
›
Move the gearshift lever into Neutral or move the selector lever for the auto-
matic gearbox into position P.
›
Firmly apply the handbrake.
›
Uncouple any trailers.
›
Remove the vehicle tool kit » page 236 and the spare wheel » page 232 from
the luggage compartment.
Changing a wheel
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 237.
›
Remove the full wheel trim » page 233 or caps » page 233 .
›
First of all slacken the anti-theft wheel bolt and then the other wheel
bolts » page 239 .
›
Jack up the vehicle until the wheel that needs changing is clear of the
ground » page 239 .
›
Unscrew the wheel bolts and place them on a clean surface (cloth, paper, etc.).
›
Remove the wheel carefully.
›
Attach the spare wheel and slightly screw on the wheel bolts.
›
Lower the vehicle.
›
Tighten the wheel bolts opposite each other using the wheel wrench (alternat-
ing crosswise). Tighten the anti-theft wheel bolt last » page 239.
›
Replace the wheel trim or the caps.
Note
■
All bolts must be clean and must turn easily.■Under no circumstances grease or oil the wheel bolts!■
When fitting unidirectional tyres, ensure that the direction of rotation is cor-
rect » page 228 .
Follow-up tasks
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 237.
The following steps must also be performed after changing the wheel.
›
Stow and attach the replaced wheel in the spare wheel well using a special bolt » page 232 .
›
Stow the tool kit in the space provided and secure using the band.
›
Check the tyre pressure on the installed spare wheel as soon as possible.
›
Have the tightening torque of the wheel bolts checked with a torque wrench
as soon as possible.
›
Replace the damaged wheel or consult a specialist garage about repair options.
Note
■ If it is determined that the wheel bolts are corroded and difficult to turn when
changing the wheel, the bolts must be replaced before checking the tightening
torque.■
Drive cautiously and only at a moderate speed until the tightening torque has
been checked.
238Do-it-yourself
›Continue turning up the jack until the wheel is just about lifted off the ground.WARNING■
Only raise the vehicle at the attachment points.■Choose a flat and firm surface for jacking the vehicle.
Securing wheels against theft
Fig. 201
Principle sketch: Anti-theft
wheel bolt with adapter
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 237.
The anti-theft wheel bolts can only be removed/tightended with the aid of theadapter » page 236 , Vehicle tool kit .
›
Remove the cover from the anti-theft wheel bolt.
›
Insert the adapter
B
» Fig. 201 with its toothed side fully into the inner tooth-
ing of the anti-theft wheel bolt
A
until the stop so that only the outer hexagon
is jutting out.
›
Push the wheel wrench onto the adapter
B
up to the stop.
›
Loosen or tighten the wheel bolt » page 239
.
›
After removing the adapter, replace the cap on the anti-theft wheel bolt.
›
Have the tightening torque checked with a torque wrench as soon as possible.
Note■
Make a note of the code number hammered into the rear side of the adapter or
the rear side of the anti-theft wheel bolt. This number can be used to purchase a
replacement adapter from ŠKODA Genuine Parts if required.■
We recommend that you always carry the adapter for the wheel bolts with you
in the vehicle. It should be stowed in the vehicle tool kit.
■
The anti-theft wheel bolt set and adapter can be purchased from a ŠKODA Part-
ner.
Tyre repair
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Breakdown kit
241
Preparations for using the breakdown kit
241
Sealing and inflating the tyre
242
Check after 10 minutes' driving
242
Use the breakdown kit to reliably repair tyre damage caused by foreign bodies or
a puncture with diameters up to approx. 4 mm.
Performing a repair with the breakdown kit not at all intended to replace a per-
manent repair on the tyre. Its purpose is to get you to the nearest specialist ga-
rage.
The wheel must not be removed during repair.
Do not remove foreign bodies , e.g. screws or nails, from the tyre.
The breakdown kit must not be used under the following circumstances. › There is damage to the rim.
› The outside temperature is less than -20 °C.
› The tears or punctures are greater than 4 mm in size.
› There is damage to the tyre wall.
› Driving with very low tyre pressure or with a completely flat tyre.
› If the use-by-date (see inflation bottle) has passed.
240Do-it-yourself
Vehicle-specific information depending on engine typeFirst read and observe the introductory information given on page 263.The specified values have been determined in accordance with rules and under conditions set out by legal or technical requirements for determining operational and
technical data for motor vehicles.
1.2 ltr./63 kW TSI engine
Output (kW per rpm)Max. torque (Nm per rpm)Number of cylinders / displacement (cm 3
)63/4300-5300160/1400-35004/1197 Driving performancesOCTAVIA MG5OCTAVIA Estate MG5Top speed (km/h)181178Acceleration 0-100 km/h (s)12.012.2Permissible trailer load, braked (kg)1100 a)
/ 1300 b)Permissible trailer load, unbraked (kg)610620a)
Slopes up to 12 %
b)
Slopes up to 8 %
1.2 ltr./77 kW TSI engine
Output (kW per rpm)Max. torque (Nm per rpm)Number of cylinders/displacement (cm 3
)77/4500-5500175/1400-40004/1197 Driving performancesOCTAVIA MG5OCTAVIA MG6 a)OCTAVIA DSG7 a)OCTAVIA Estate
MG5OCTAVIA EstateMG6a)OCTAVIA Estate
DSG7 a)Top speed (km/h)196196196193193193Acceleration 0-100 km/h (s)10.310.310.510.510.510.6Permissible trailer load, braked (kg)1300 b)
/ 1500 c)Permissible trailer load, unbraked (kg)610610620620620630a)
Applies to vehicles with a Green-tec package.
b)
Slopes up to 12 %
c)
Slopes up to 8 %
267Technical data
1.4 ltr./103 kW TSI engineOutput (kW per rpm)Max. torque (Nm per rpm)Number of cylinders/displacement (cm3
)103/4500-6000250/1500-35004/1395 Driving performancesOCTAVIA MG6OCTAVIA DSG7OCTAVIA Estate MG6OCTAVIA Estate DSG7Top speed (km/h)215215212212Acceleration 0-100 km/h (s)8.48.58.58.6Permissible trailer load, braked (kg)1500 a)
/ 1800 b)Permissible trailer load, unbraked (kg)620630630640a)
Slopes up to 12 %
b)
Slopes up to 8 %
1.8 ltr./132 kW TSI engine
Output (kW per rpm)Max. torque (Nm per rpm)Number of cylinders/displacement (cm 3
)MG6,
DSG6132/5100-6200250/1250-50004/1798DSG6 4x4132/4500-6200280/1350-4500 Driving performancesOCTAVIA MG6OCTAVIA DSG7OCTAVIA Estate MG6OCTAVIA Estate DSG7OCTAVIA EstateDSG6,4x4 a)Top speed (km/h)231231229229227Acceleration 0-100 km/h (s)7.37.47.47.57.5Permissible trailer load, braked (kg)1600 b)
/ 1800 c)Permissible trailer load, unbraked (kg)650660660670720a)
Applies to vehicles with a Green-tec package.
b)
Slopes up to 12 %
c)
Slopes up to 8 %
268Technical data
2.0 ltr./162 kW TSI engineOutput (kW per rpm)Max. torque (Nm per rpm)Number of cylinders/displacement (cm3
)162/4500-6200350/1500-44004/1984 Driving performancesOCTAVIA RS MG6 a)OCTAVIA RS DSG6 a)OCTAVIA Estate RS MG6 a)OCTAVIA Estate RS DSG6 a)Top speed (km/h)248245244242Acceleration 0-100 km/h (s)6.86.96.97.1Permissible trailer load, braked (kg)1600 b)
/ 1800 c)Permissible trailer load, unbraked (kg)710720720730a)
Applies to vehicles with a Green-tec package.
b)
Slopes up to 12 %
c)
Slopes up to 8 %
1.6 ltr./66 kW TDI engine
Output (kW per rpm)Max. torque (Nm per rpm)Number of cylinders / displacement (cm 3
)66/2750-4800230/1400-27004/1598 Driving performancesOCTAVIA MG5OCTAVIA Estate MG5Top speed (km/h)186183Acceleration 0-100 km/h (s)12.212.3Permissible trailer load, braked (kg)1400 a)
/ 1700 b)Permissible trailer load, unbraked (kg)640650a)
Slopes up to 12 %
b)
Slopes up to 8 %
269Technical data