2014 SKODA OCTAVIA engine

Coolant temperature too high
If the coolant temperature is too high, the warning icon  lights up and the
following message appears in the instrument cluster display.
Engine overheat. Stop! Owner's manual!
ENGINE OVERHEAT STOP
› Stop the vehicle and turn off the engine.
› Switch on the ignition and wait until the coolant temperature pointer returns
to the operating range » page 32.
› Continue your journey only after the warning icon

has disappeared.WARNING■
Carefully open the coolant expansion bottle. If the engine is hot, the cool-
ing system is pressurized – risk of scalding! It is therefore best to allow the
engine to cool down before removing the cap.■
Do not touch the radiator fan. The radiator fan may switch itself on auto-
matically even if the ignition is off - risk of injury!
CAUTION
■ Additional headlights and other attached components in front of the air inlet
impair the cooling efficiency of the coolant.■
Never cover the radiator - there is a risk of the engine overheating.
 Engine oil pressure
Read and observe
on page 41 first.
When the warning light 
is flashing , the engine oil pressure is too low.
The following message is shown in the information cluster display. Oil pressure: Stop! Owner's manual!
STOP VEHICLE OIL PRESSURE
›
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the level of the engine
oil » page 196 , Checking the oil level .
›
If the oil pressure is too low, top up the engine oil » page 197.
If the oil level is within the specified range and the warning symbol 
starts
to flash again after the engine is started, 
do not continue driving! Switch off
the engine and seek assistance from a specialist garage.
CAUTIONIf for some reason it is not possible to top up the engine oil under the current
circumstances,  do not continue driving! Switch off the engine and seek as-
sistance from a specialist garage.
 Engine oil level
Read and observe
on page 41 first.
Engine oil level too low
If the warning icons  and

are lit , the engine oil level is too low.
The following message is shown in the information cluster display. Oil level: add oil!
ADD OIL
› Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the engine oil lev-
el » page 196 .
The warning icon will go out if the bonnet is left open for more than 30 sec-
onds. If no engine oil has been replenished, the warning icon will come on
again after driving about 100 km.
Engine oil level too high
If the warning icons  and
 are
lit in conjunction with the following message
on the display, the engine oil level is too high.
Reduce oil level!
OIL LEVEL TOO HIGH
› Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the engine oil lev-
el » page 196 .
Engine oil level sensor
If the warning icons  and
 are
lit in conjunction with the following message
on the display, the engine oil level sensor is defective.
Oil sensor: Workshop!
OIL SENSOR WORKSHOP
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
CAUTION
If for some reason it is not possible to top up the engine oil under the current
circumstances,  do not continue driving! Switch off the engine and seek as-
sistance from a specialist garage.42Using the system

 Lamp failureRead and observe
on page 41 first.
The warning icon 
comes on if a bulb is faulty.
The following message is shown in the information cluster display, for exam-
ple.
Check right dipped headlight beam!
DIPPED HEADLIGHT CHECK RIGHT
 Diesel particulate filter (diesel engine)
Read and observe
on page 41 first.
The diesel particulate filter separates the soot particles from the exhaust. The
soot particles collect in the diesel particulate filter where they are burnt on a
regular basis.
If the warning icon 
illuminates , soot has accumulated in the diesel particu-
late filter.
To clean the filter, and where traffic conditions permit »
, drive for at least
15 minutes or until the warning icon  goes out as follows.
Gear 4 or gear 5 engaged (automatic gearbox: Position D/S).
Vehicle speed at least 70 km/h.
Engine speed between 1800-2500 rpm.
If the filter is properly cleaned, the warning icon 
goes out .
If the filter is not properly cleaned, illumination of the warning icon

does
not take place and the warning light
 begins to
flash.
The following message is shown in the information cluster display. Diesel particulate filter: Owner's manual!
DIESEL PM FILTER OWNER MANUAL
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
WARNING■ The diesel particulate filter reaches very high temperatures - there is a
fire hazard and serious injury could be caused. Therefore, never stop the
vehicle at places where the underside of your vehicle can come into contact
with flammable materials such as dry grass, undergrowth, leaves, spilled
fuel or such like.■
Always adjust your speed to suit weather, road, region and traffic condi-
tions. The recommendations indicated by the warning light must not tempt
you to disregard the national regulations for road traffic.
CAUTION
■ As long as the warning icon  lights up, you must take into account an in-
creased fuel consumption and in certain circumstances a power reduction of
the engine.■
Using diesel fuel with an increased sulphur content can considerably reduce
the life of the diesel particle filter. A ŠKODA partner will be able to tell you
which countries use diesel fuel with a high sulphur content.
Note
■ We encourage you to avoid constant short journeys. This will improve the
combustion process of the soot particles in the diesel particulate filter.■
If the engine is turned off during the filter cleaning process or shortly after-
wards, the cooling fan may turn on automatically for a few minutes.
 Windscreen washer fluid level
Read and observe
on page 41 first.
If the warning icon 
comes on , the windscreen washer fluid level is too low.
The following message is shown in the information cluster display. Top up washer fluid!
WASHER FLUID PLEASE TOP UP
Top up with liquid » page 195, Windscreen washer system .
 Fuel reserve
Read and observe
on page 41 first.
If the indicator symbol 
comes on, the fuel level in the fuel tank has reached
the reserve area. 
43Instruments and warning lights

The following message is shown in the information cluster display.Please refuel. Range: ... km
PLEASE REFUEL RANGE …

An audible signal sounds as a warning signal.
CAUTION
Never drive until the fuel tank is completely empty! The irregular supply of fuel
can cause misfiring. This can result in considerable damage to parts of the en-
gine and the exhaust system.
Note
The text in the display goes out after refuelling and driving a short distance.
 Headlight assist
Read and observe
on page 41 first.
The warning icon 
lights up when the headlight assist is activa-
ted » page 75 , High Beam assistant .
  START-STOP-system
Read and observe
on page 41 first.
The warning lights 

indicate the state of the START STOP sys-
tem » page 158 , START-STOP .
 Display of a low temperature
Read and observe
on page 41 first.
The indicator symbol 
indicates an outside temperature below +4 ° C.
WARNINGEven at temperatures of around +4 °C, there may still be black ice on the
road surface! You should therefore not rely solely on the outside tempera-
ture display for accurate information as to whether there is ice on the road. Water in the fuel filter (diesel engine)
Read and observe
on page 41 first.
The fuel filter with water separator, filters out dirt and water from the fuel.
If too much water is present in the separator, the following information ap-
pears on the instrument cluster display.
MAXI DOT display.
The indicator symbol 
illuminates .
Water in fuel filter. Owner's manual!
Segment display WATER IN FUEL FILTER
CAUTION
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
   Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
Read and observe
on page 41 first.
Conditions of the ACC system
The warning symbols 
 indicate the condition of the ACC sys-
tem » page 149 .
ACC disabled
If the warning symbol 
lights up , the ACC is disabled.
›
The following guidelines must be observed » page 155, Information messag-
es .
 Distance warning (Front Assistant)
Read and observe
on page 41 first.
If the warning symbol 
lights up , the safe distance to the vehicle ahead
has been undershot.
Information on the Front Assistant system » page 155.
44Using the system

For instance, if    appears in this display, this means it is recommended that
you shift from 3rd into 4th gear.
The gear recommendation is intended only for vehicles with a manual trans-
mission or for vehicles with an automatic transmission in manual shift mode
(Tiptronic).WARNINGThe driver is always responsible for selecting the correct gear in different
driving situations, such as overtaking.
For the sake of the environment
A suitably selected gear has the following advantages.■It helps to reduce fuel consumption.■
It reduces the operating noise.
■
It protects the environment.
■
It benefits the durability and reliability of the engine.
Door, luggage compartment or bonnet warning
Read and observe
on page 45 first.
If at least one door is open, or the boot or bonnet is open, the display indicates
the relevant open door or boot/bonnet.
An acoustic signal will also sound if you drive the vehicle above 6 km/h when a
door is opne.
Auto-check control
Read and observe
on page 45 first.
Certain functions and conditions of individual vehicle systems are checked
continuously when the ignition is switched on.
Error messages and other information appears on the display.
Some messages are displayed simultaneously with the warning
lights » page 34 or warning icons in the display » page 40.
While the operational faults remain unrectified, the messages are always indi- cated again. After the message is displayed for the first time, the symbols 
or
 continue to be displayed without any extra messages for the driver.
SymbolMeaningDangerWarning
Driving data (Multifunction display)
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Memory
48
Information overview
48
Warning at excessive speeds
50
The driving data display is only possible with the ignition switched on.
After the ignition is switched on, the function that was last selected before
switching off the ignition is displayed.
Individual information can be shown or hidden in the infotainment sys-
tem » Infotainment operating instructions , chapter Vehicle settings (CAR but-
ton) .
WARNINGConcentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver, you are fully re-
sponsible for the operation of your vehicle.
Note
In some national versions the displays appear in the Imperial system of meas-
urement.47Information system

Average fuel consumption
The average fuel consumption 1)
is calculated since the last time the memory
was erased.
If you wish to determine the average fuel consumption over a certain period of
time, you must set the memory at the start of the new measurement to
zero » page 48 .
After erasing the memory, no fuel consumption data will appear for the first
100 m driven.
The indicated information is updated continuously while you are driving.
With G-TEC vehicles, the average consumption of fuel currently being used is displayed.
Current fuel consumption
You can use this information to adapt your driving style to the desired fuel
consumption 1 )
.
The display appears in litres/hour 2)
or in kg/h 3)
if the vehicle is stationary or be-
ing driven at a low speed.
With G-TEC vehicles, the current consumption of fuel currently being used is
displayed.
Oil temperature
If the engine oil temperature is in the range 80-110 °C, the engine operating
temperature is reached.
If the oil temperature is lower than 80 °C or above 110 °C, avoid high engine
revs, full throttle and high engine loads.
If the oil temperature is lower than 50 °C or if a fault in the system for check-
ing the oil temperature is present,  are displayed instead of the oil tempera-
ture.
Warning against excessive speeds
Set the speed limit, for example, for the maximum permissible speed in
town » page 50 .Traffic sign recognition
The display can show up to three of the following traffic signs simultaneously.
› Speed limits (including additional signs).
› Overtaking prohibited.
Further information » page 164, Traffic sign recognition .
Current driving speed
The current speed displayed is identical to the display on the speedometer3
» Fig. 22 on page 31 .
Average speed
The average speed since the memory was last erased is displayed in km/hour .
To determine the average speed over a certain period of time, set the memory
to zero at the start of the measurement » page 48.
After erasing the memory, no data will appear for the first 300 m driven.
The indicated information is updated continuously while you are driving.
Distance travelled
The distance travelled since the memory was last erased is displayed.
If you want to measure the distance travelled from a particular moment in time
on, at this moment, reset the memory by setting the button to zero » page 48.
The maximum distance indicated is 9999 km. The indicator is automatically set
back to zero if this period is exceeded.
Driving time
The time travelled since the memory was last erased is displayed.
If you want to measure the time travelled from a particular moment in time on,
at this moment, reset the memory by setting the button to zero » page 48.
The maximum distance indicated is 99 hours and 59 minutes. The indicator is
automatically set back to zero if this period is exceeded.
Convenience consumers
There, the total consumption of all consumer comfort in l / h is displayed. 
1)
The units for the displayed consumption are set in the Infotainment
» Infotainment operating instruc-
tions , chapter Device settings .
2)
On some models in certain countries, the display appears in --,- kilometres/litres if the vehicle is station-
ary.
3)
In natural gas mode.
49Information system

Along with the consumption data, a list of the three consumers with the larg-
est share of fuel consumption (e.g. air conditioning and similar devices) is dis-
played.
Refuelling amount 1)
After the consumption of about 10 litres of fuel from the fully refuelled tank, an amount of fuel is displayed in l. This amount can now be safely refilled.
Natural gas quality
The details of the quality of natural gas are displayed as a percentage of be-
tween 70% to 100%.
The higher the value of natural gas, the lower is the consumption.
Coolant temperature
If the engine oil temperature is in the range 80-110 °C, the engine operating
temperature is reached.
If the temperature lies below 80 °C or above 110 °C, avoid high engine revs, full
throttle and high engine loads.
Warning at excessive speeds
Read and observe
on page 47 first.
The system allows you to set a speed limit and when this is reached, an acous-
tic warning signal sounds.
The following warning message is shown in the display. Speed … km exceeded.
SPEED TOO HIGH
Adjust the speed limit while the vehicle is stationary
›
Select the menu item Warning at (
 ) or
 (
).
›
Activate the speed limit option by confirming this menu item.
›
Set the desired speed limit, e.g. 50 km/h.
›
Store the speed limit by confirming the set value, or wait several seconds;
your settings will be saved automatically.
This allows you to set the speed in 5 km/h intervals.
Adjusting the speed limit while the vehicle is moving
›
Select the menu item Warning at (
 ) or
 (
).
› Drive at the desired speed, e.g. 50 km/h.›Confirm the current speed as the speed limit.
If you wish to adjust the set speed limit, you can do so in 5 km/h intervals (e.g.
the accepted speed of 47 km/h increases to 50 km/h or decreases to 45 km/h).›
Store the speed limit, or wait several seconds; your settings will be saved au-
tomatically.
Change or disable speed limit
›
Select the menu item Warning at ( 
) or 
( 
).
›
By confirming the stored value, the speed limit is disabled.
›
By reconfirming, the option to change the speed limit is activated.
The speed limit set mode is stored even after the ignition is switched off and
on. After a gap between driving exceeding 2 hours, the pre-set speed limit is
deactivated.
MAXI DOT display
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Main menu
51
Lap timer (Stop watch)
51
Compass point display
52
Eco-tips
52
The MAXI DOT display provides you with information about the current operat-
ing state of your vehicle. The information display also provides you with data
(depending on the equipment installed in the vehicle) relating to the Infotain-
ment, multi-functional indicator, etc.
WARNINGConcentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver, you are fully re-
sponsible for the operation of your vehicle.1)
Only valid for some countries.
50Using the system

Unlocking and opening
Unlocking and locking
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Locking/unlocking using the key via the lock cylinder
55
Unlocking/locking with the remote control key
55
Opening/closing a door
56
Unlocking / locking - KESSY
56
Safe securing system
57
Individual settings
57
Locking and unlocking the vehicle with the central locking button
58
Child safety lock
58
Malfunctions
58
Your car is equipped with a central locking system.
The central locking system allows you to lock and unlock all doors, the fuel fill-
er flap and the boot lid at the same time.
Depending on the equipment configuration, the following applies after
unlocking
› The turn signal lights flash twice as confirmation that the vehicle has been
unlocked.
› The doors, the boot lid and the fuel filler flap are unlocked.
› The interior light operated via the door contact illuminates.
› The SafeLock system is switched off.
› The indicator light in the driver door stops flashing.
› The exterior mirrors are folded back into the driving position.
› The anti-theft alarm system is deactivated.
If the vehicle is unlocked and a door or the boot lid not opened within the next
45 seconds, the vehicle will lock again automatically and the safe securing sys-
tem or anti-theft alarm system will be switched back on. This function is inten-
ded to prevent the car being unlocked unintentionally.
The seat and mirror are adjusted after the vehicle is unlocked » page 89.
Depending on the equipment configuration, the following applies after
locking
› The turn signal lights flash once as confirmation that the vehicle has been
locked.
› The doors, the boot lid and the fuel filler flap are locked.
› The interior light operated via the door contact goes out.
› The SafeLock system is switched on.
› The warning light in the driver door begins flashing.
› The exterior mirrors are folded back into the park position.
› The anti-theft alarm system is activated.
If the doors or the luggage compartment lid remain open after the vehicle has
been locked, the turn signal lights do not flash until they have been closed.
The current position of the seat and mirror after the vehicle is
locked » page 89 .WARNING■
Never leave the key in the vehicle when you exit the vehicle. Unauthor-
ized persons, such as children, for example, could lock the car, turn on the
ignition or start the engine - there is a danger of injury and accidents!■
When leaving the vehicle, never leave persons who are not completely in-
dependent, such as children, unattended in the vehicle. The children might,
for example, release the handbrake or take the vehicle out of gear. The ve-
hicle could then start to move – risk of injury and accidents! These individu-
als might also not be able to leave the vehicle on their own or to help
themselves. Can be fatal at very high or very low temperatures!
CAUTION
■ Each key contains electronic components; therefore it must be protected
against moisture and severe shocks.■
Keep the groove of the keys absolutely clean. Impurities (textile fibres, dust,
etc.) have a negative effect on the functionality of the locking cylinder and ig-
nition lock.
■
The battery must be replaced if the central locking or anti-theft alarm system
does react to the remote control at less than approx. 3 metres
away » page 224 .
■
When leaving the vehicle, always check if it is locked.
■
If the driver's door has been opened, the vehicle cannot be locked. 
54Using 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