2014 SKODA OCTAVIA wheel

Using the system
Cockpit
OverviewElectrical power windows
64
Electric exterior mirror adjustment
85
Door opening lever
56
Air outlet vent
116
Parking ticket holder
95
Operating lever:
› Turn signal light, headlight and parking light, headlight
flasher
73
› Speed regulating system
148
›Activating the Assist systems menu item
51
Steering wheel:
› With horn
› With driver’s front airbag
17
›With buttons for the operation of the information system
45
›With buttons for the Infotainment Control
» Infotainment
Manual , chapter Device Operation
Instrument cluster
30
Operating lever: › Windscreen wiper and wash system
81
›Multifunction display
47
›Information system
51
Infotainment
» owner's manual for the Infotainment radio or
navigation
Air outlets in the central part of the dash panel
116
Button for hazard warning light system
77
Warning light for the deactivated front seat passenger airbag
21
Interior rear-view mirror
84
Storage compartment on the front passenger side
100
Front passenger airbag
17
CD/DVD drive and memory card slot (in the passenger-side stor-
age compartment) » owner's manual for the Infotainment radio
and/or navigation
1234567891011121314151617Key switch for switching off the front passenger airbag (in front
passenger storage compartment)21
Air outlet vent
116
Door opening lever
56
Power window in the front passenger door
65
Light switch
71
Bonnet release lever
194
Storage compartment on the driver's side
95
Fuse box (behind the storage compartment on the driver's
side)
228
Operating lever for adaptive cruise control
152
Lever for adjusting the steering wheel
10
Ignition lock
127
Pedals
132
Handbrake lever
131
Depending on equipment fitted:
› Gearshift lever (manual gearbox)
132
›Selector lever (automatic gearbox)
133
Depending on equipment fitted:
› 12-Volt power socket
98
›Cigarette lighter
97
Bar with keys depending on the equipment fitted:
› 
Central locking system
58
› 
START STOP
158
› 
Traction control TCS
139
›
Electronic Stability Control ESC
138
› 
/
 Selection of travel mode
160
›
Park Assist
144
› 
Parking aid
140
› 
Tyre control display
167
Shelf/phonebox
96

1819202122232425262728293031323329Cockpit

 Seat belt warning lightRead and observe
on page 34 first.
The warning light 
illuminates as a reminder for the driver and front passen-
ger to fasten seat belts.
The indicator light 
goes off after the respective seat belt is fastened.
If the driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt and the vehicle
speed is more than 30 km/h, the warning light 
flashes and you will hear an
acoustic signal.
If the seat belt is not fastened by the driver or front passenger during the next
approx. 2 seconds, the warning signal is deactivated and the warning light 
lights up permanently .
 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
If the warning light 
lights up , the delay of the ACC is not sufficient.
The following message is shown in the information cluster display. Apply the brake!
Further information » page 149, Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) .
  Central warning light
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
When the warning light  or

lights up , the additional information in the dis-
play of the instrument cluster » page 40, Warning icons in the display
or » page 47 , Auto-check control must be observed.
  Power steering/steering lock (KESSY system)
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
Power steering
If the indicator light 
illuminates , this indicates a complete failure of the
power steering and the steering assist has failed (significantly higher steering
forces). Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
If the indicator light  illuminates , this indicates a partial failure of the power
steering and the steering forces can be greater. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.
Steering lock (KESSY system)
As long as the warning light 
is flashing , the steering lock cannot be re-
leased.
The following message is shown in the information cluster display. Move the steering wheel!
MOVE STEERING WHEEL
› Move the steering wheel slightly back and forth, thereby facilitating unlock-
ing the steering lock.
If the steering does also not unlock then, the help of a specialist garage is re-
quired.
If the warning light 
flashes and a beep sounds, the electric steering lock is
faulty.
The following message is shown in the information cluster display. Steering lock: Workshop!
STEERING WORKSHOP
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
If the warning light 
flashes and a beep sounds, the electric steering lock is
faulty.
The following message is shown in the information cluster display. Steering lock faulty. Stop!
STOP VEHICLE STEERING FAULTY
Park the vehicle, 
stop driving . After switching off the ignition, it is then no
longer possible to lock the steering, to activate the electrical components (e.g.
radio, navigation system), to switch on the ignition again and to start the en-
gine. Seek help from a specialist garage.
Note
If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the warning
light  comes on after switching on the ignition. The warning light should go
out after driving a short distance. If warning light 
does not go out once the
engine has been restarted and the vehicle has been driven for a short period
of time, this indicates a system error. Seek assistance from a specialist garage
immediately.36Using the system

WARNINGWhen a fault in the airbag system occurs, there is a risk of the system not
being triggered in the event of an accident. Therefore, this must be
checked immediately by a specialized garage.
 Tyre pressure
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
The warning light  lights up
If the warning light  illuminates while driving, this means that one of the
tyres has undergone a pressure change.
An audible signal sounds as a warning signal.
›
Immediately reduce speed and avoid sudden steering and braking manoeu-
vres.
›
Stop the vehicle, turn the ignition off and check the tyres and their inflation
pressure » page 204 .
›
Correct the tyre pressure if necessary or replace the affected
wheel » page 214 or use the repair kit » page 218.
›
Store the tyre pressure values in the system » page 167.
The indicator light  flashes for about 1 min. and then remains lit
If the warning light  flashes for approximately 1 minute and then remains lit,
there may be a fault in the tyre pressure monitoring system.
›
Stop the vehicle, turn the ignition off and start the engine again.
If the warning light  flashes after starting the engine again, there is a system
error.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
The illumination of the warning light  can have the following reasons.
› The vehicle is loaded on one side. Distribute loads as evenly as possible.
› The wheels of one axle are loaded more heavily (e.g. when towing a trailer or
when driving uphill or downhill).
› Snow chains are mounted.
› A wheel has been changed.
Store the tyre pressure values in the system » page 167.
CAUTIONUnder certain circumstances (e.g. sporty style of driving, wintry or unpaved
roads) the warning light  in the instrument cluster can be delayed or does
not light up at all.
Note
If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the warning
light  comes on after switching on the ignition. If the warning light does not
go out after moving a short distance, this means there is an error in the sys-
tem. Seek help from a specialist garage.
 Brake linings
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
If the indicator light 
is illuminated , the brake pads are worn.
The following message is shown in the information cluster display. Check brake wear!
BRAKE PADS PLEASE CHECK
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
  Lane following system (Lane Assist)
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
The warning lights 

indicates the state of the Lane Assist system.
Further information » page 162, Lane Assist .
  Turn signal system
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
Either the left 
or the right 
warning light flashes depending on the position
of the turn signal lever.
If there is a fault in the turn signal system, the warning light flashes at twice
its normal rate. This does not apply when towing a trailer.
Switching off the hazard warning light system is switched on will cause all of
the turn signal lights as well as both warning lights to flash.
39Instruments and warning lights

Using the information systemFig. 28
Buttons/adjustment wheel: on the operating lever/on the multi-
function steering wheel
Read and observe
on page 45 first.
Some functions of the information system can be operated using the buttons
on the multifunction steering wheel » Fig. 28.
Description of the operation
Button / wheelActionOperationABriefly press at the top or bottomSelect data / set data valuesPress top
or bottomMain menu of the MAXI DOT displayBPress brieflyView information / confirm specifica- tionCPress brieflyTo go up one level in the menu of theMAXI DOT displayPress and hold buttonDisplay main menu of theMAXI DOT displayDTurn upwards or down- wardsSelect data / set data valuesPress brieflyView information / confirm specifica- tionOutside temperature
Read and observe
on page 45 first.
The current outside temperature is shown in the display.
If the outside temperature drops below +4 °C while driving, the following sym-
bol 
(low temperature warning) is displayed and an audible signal will sound.
If the outside temperature when the ignition is switched on is below +4 ° C,
the following icon appears in the display 
.
WARNINGEven at temperatures around +4 °C, black ice may still be on the road sur-
face! Do not only rely upon the information given on the outside tempera-
ture display that there is no ice on the road.
Gear recommendation
Fig. 29
Information on the selected
gear / Gear recommendation
Read and observe on page 45 first.
The function of the gear recommendation is to help reduce fuel consumption.
A suitable gear is engaged, and if necessary a recommendation to shift to high
or lower gear is displayed.
Display » Fig. 29
Optimal gear engaged
Recommended gear
Recommended gear
Besides showing the engaged gear, the arrow icon 
and the recommended
gear are displayed. 
46Using the system

Turn switchSwitching off lights (except daytime running lights)Switching lights on and off automatically » page 73
Switching on the parking light or parking lights » page 78
Switching on the low beam
Pull switch Switching on the front fog light » page 76
Switching on the rear fog light » page 76
 Headlight beam range regulation
Turning the dial B
» Fig. 50 from the position
 in
 means the headlight
beam range is gradually adjusted, 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
We recommend you adjust the headlight beam when the low beam is switched
on.
Bi-Xenon headlights
The Bi-Xenon bulbs adapt automatically to the load and driving state of the
vehicle when the ignition is switched on and when driving. Vehicles that are
equipped with Bi-Xenon headlights do not have a manual headlight range ad-
justment control.
WARNINGAlways adjust the headlight beam to satisfy the following conditions.■The vehicle does not dazzle other road users, especially oncoming vehi-
cles.■
The beam range is sufficient for safe driving.
Note
■ The light switch is in position  or  and the ignition is turned off, the low
beam is switched off automatically and the status light is lit. The side light
goes out after the ignition key is removed.■
If there is a fault in the light switch, the low beam comes on automatically.
Daylight running lights (DAY LIGHT)
Read and observe
on page 71 first.
The daytime running lights (the only function) provides the lighting of the front
vehicle range.
The daytime running lights are switched on automatically if the following
conditions are met.
The light switch is in the position 
or 
» Fig. 50 on page 71 .
The ignition is switched on.
The parking aid is activated.
Activating/deactivating daytime operation on vehicles with Infotainment
The function can be activated/deactivated in the Infotainment » Infotainment
manual , chapter Vehicle settings (CAR button) .
Deactivating on vehicles without Infotainment
›
Switch off the ignition.
›
Pull the turning signal and main beam lever ( » Fig. 51 on page 73 ) towards
the steering wheel, push down and hold in this position.
›
Switch on the ignition.
›
Hold the lever in this position for at least. 3 seconds after switching on the
ignition.
Activating on vehicles without Infotainment
›
Switch off the ignition.
›
Pull the turning signal and main beam lever towards the steering wheel,
push it up and hold it in this position.
›
Switch on the ignition.
›
Hold the lever in this position for at least. 3 seconds after switching on the
ignition.
WARNINGWhen the daytime running light is switched on, the side lights (neither at
the front or rear) and the number plate lights are not lit. Therefore always
switch on the low beam when the visibility is poor.72Using the system

WARNING (Continued)■The windscreen around the camera is dirty, iced up, misted up, or covered
by stickers.■
Near the camera lens there is a light source, such as the screen of an ex-
ternal navigation system.
CAUTION
Do not attach any stickers or similar objects in front of the camera on the
windscreen to avoid impairing the function or its reliability.
Fog lights
Fig. 54
Light switch: Turn on front and
rear fog light
Read and observe on page 71 first.
Switching on/off
›
Turn the light switch to position 
, 
or 
» Fig. 54 .
›
Pull the light switch to position
1
.
The rear fog light is switched off in the reverse order.
The warning light 
lights up in the instrument cluster when the fog lights are
switched on » page 34.
Fog lights with the CORNER function
Read and observe
on page 71 first.
The CORNER function improves illumination of the vehicle surroundings when
turning, parking and the like, by switching on the fog lights on the respective
side of the vehicle.
The CORNER function is switched on automatically if the following conditions
are met.
The turn signal is switched on or the front wheels are turned sharply to
the right or left 1)
.
The engine is running.
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.
Note
The two fog lights are switched on when you shift into the reverse gear.
Rear fog light
Read and observe
on page 71 first.
Switching on/off
›
Turn the light switch into position  or

 » Fig. 54
on page 76 .
›
Pull the light switch to position
2
.
The rear fog light is switched off in the reverse order.
The warning light  lights up in the instrument cluster when the rear fog light
is switched on » page 34.
If the vehicle is not fitted with fog lights, the rear fog light is switched on by
pulling out the light switch directly to the only possible setting. 
1)
If both switch-on conditions are conflicting, for example, if the front wheels are turned to the left and
the right turn signal light is switched on, the turn signal light has the higher priority.
76Using the system

CAUTION■Never adjust exterior mirrors with the fold-in function  by hand - risk of
damaging the electric mirror actuator!■
When the mirror is swung by external influences (due to impact during ma-
noeuvring, for example), then first fold-in the mirror by turning the knob and
wait for a loud clapping noise.
Note
■ The mirror heater only operates when the engine is running and up to an
outside temperature of +35 ℃.■
If the electrical mirror setting fails at any time, the mirrors can be adjusted by
hand by pressing on the edge of the mirror surface.
Seats and head restraints
Seats and head restraints
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Manually adjusting seats
87
Adjusting the front seats electronically
87
Head restraints - adjusting height
88
Headrests - removing and installing
88
Memory Function of the electrically adjustable seat
89
Memory function of the remote control key
89
The driver's seat should be adjusted in such a way that the pedals can be fully
pressed to the floor with slightly bent legs.
The seat backrest on the driver's seat should be adjusted in such a way that the upper point of the steering wheel can be easily reached with slightly bent
arms.
Correct adjustment of the seats is particularly important for the following: › Reaching the controls safely and quickly,
› A relaxed and fatigue-free body position.
› Achieving the maximum protection offered by the seat belts and the airbag
system.
WARNING■ Only adjust the driver's seat when the vehicle is stationary – risk of acci-
dent!■
Caution when adjusting the seat! You may suffer injuries or bruises as a
result of adjusting the seat without paying proper attention.
■
The electric front seat adjustment is also functional when the ignition is
turned off (even with the ignition key removed). Therefore, when leaving
the vehicle, never leave people who are not completely independent, such
as children, unattended in the vehicle - there is a danger of injury!
■
Never carry more people than there are number of seats in the vehicle.
■
Do not transport any objects on the front passenger seat except objects
(e.g. child safety seat) provided for this purpose – risk of accident! 
86Using the system

Fig. 110
Removing cargo element/example on how to mount the load by
means of the cargo element
Read and observe
and on page 103 first.
The storage compartment with cargo element may be located on either of thetwo sides of the luggage compartment, depending on the equipment variant.
Remove the storage compartment cover
›
Remove the storage compartment cover in the direction of the ar-
row » Fig. 109 .
Secure load
›
Remove the cargo element (part of the storage compartment cover) in the di-
rection of the arrow » Fig. 110-
 .
›
Secure the cargo element onto the floor of the luggage compartment with
Velcro » Fig. 110 -
 .
CAUTION
■
The storage compartment is designed for storing small objects of up to
2.5 kg. in weight in total.■
The cargo element is designed for attaching objects with a maximum total
weight of 8 kg.
■
When using the storage compartment, take care not to damage it or the lug-
gage compartment lining.
Storage compartments under the floor coveringFig. 111
Lift floor covering/storage compartments under the floor cover-
ing
Read and observe
and on page 103 first.
The storage compartments are located under the floor covering of the luggagecompartment in vehicles without a spare wheel.
Use
›
Dividing the luggage compartment with variable loading floor » page 112.
›
Remove the fog floor covering in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 111.
›
Fix the hook
A
to the top edge of the variable loading floor.
It is possible also to store objects with larger heights in the storage compart-
ments
B
, thereby using the maximum height of the luggage compartment.
CAUTION
■ The storage compartment is designed for storing small objects of up to 15 kg.
in weight in total.■
Do not stored any sharp objects in the storage compartments.
■
Do not load the storage compartments at specific points or they may be
damaged.
■
Place the objects carefully into the storage compartments to avoid damage
to the compartments.
109Transporting and practical equipment