2014 SKODA OCTAVIA ESP

When automatic storage is activated, the current positions of the driver's seat
and the external mirrors are saved in the memory of the remote control key
each time the vehicle is locked. When the vehicle is next unlocked using the
same key, the driver's seat and the external mirrors assume the positions stor-
ed in the memory of this key 1)
.
Saving front passenger mirror settings when reversing
The function of the lowering of the passenger-side mirror surface must be en-
abled in infotainment » Bedienungsanleitung Infotainment, chapter Vehicle
settings (button CAR) .›
Unlock the vehicle with the remote control key.
›
Switch on the ignition.
›
Adjust the rotary knob for the mirrors to the position
 or in right-hand drive
to the position 
» page 85 .
›
Engage reverse gear.
›
Adjust the front passenger's mirror to the desired position » page 85.
›
Disengage reverse gear.
The adjusted position of the exterior mirror is stored in the remote control key
memory.
Disable the function of automatic storage
›
Unlock the vehicle with the remote control key.
›
Press and hold the SET button
A

» Fig. 71 on page 89 . At the same time,
press the button  on the remote control key within 10 seconds.
The successful deactivation of the automatic storage function for each key is confirmed by an acoustic signal.
Stopping the ongoing adjustment
›
Press any button on the driver's seat.
Or
›
Press the button  on the remote control key.
Seat features

Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Seat heaters
90
Front armrest
91
Rear armrest
91
Folding front passenger seat
92
Seat backrests
92
Rear seat backrests - fold down from the luggage compartment
93
Rear-seat backrest with long-cargo channel
94
Seat heaters
Fig. 72
Buttons for heating the front seats/rear seats
The seat backrests and surfaces of the front seats and the outer rear seats
can be heated electrically.
The seat heating can only be switched on when the engine is running.
Buttons for the seat heater » Fig. 72
Left seat heating
Right seat heating
Switching on
›
Press the corresponding symbol button  or

» Fig. 72 . 
1)
The vehicle must be locked and unlocked with the same key to save the seat and exterior mirror position
to the key.
90Using the system

Fold down undivided seat backrest›Push the release handles Aon both sides of the seat backrest in the direc-
tion of arrow 1
simultaneously » Fig. 76.
›
Fold the backrest in the direction of the arrow
2
.
Fold divided seat backrest backwards
›
Pull the rear outer seat belt
C
to the side panel in the direction of arrow
3
» Fig. 76 .
›
Then push the seat backrest back into the upright position until the securing
knob
A
clicks into place – check by pulling on the seat backrest » .
›
Make sure that the red pin
B
is hidden.
Fold undivided seat backrest backwards
›
Pull the rear outer seat belt
C
to the side panel in the direction of arrow
3
» Fig. 76 .
›
Then push the seat backrest back into the upright position until the release
levers
A
on either side of the seat back click into place – check by pulling on
the seat backrest » .
›
Make sure that the red pins
B
on both sides of the seat back are not visible.
WARNING■
The seat 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
sudden braking – risk of injury.
■
If rear seats are occupied, make sure that the respective seat backrests
are properly engaged.
CAUTION
■ Ensure that the seat belts are not damaged when operating the seat backr-
ests. Under no circumstances must the seat belts be jammed by the folded
back seat backrests.■
Store the head restraints that were removed in such a way that they cannot
be damaged or soiled.
Rear seat backrests - fold down from the luggage compartmentFig. 77
Fold rear seat backrest forwards: Variant 1/variant 2
The rear seat backrests can also be unlocked and folded forward from the lug-
gage compartment.
There is a lever on the right side of the luggage compartment for unlocking
the right and the middle rear seat backrests.
There is a lever on the left side of the luggage compartment for unlocking the
left rear seat backrest.
›
Pull the corresponding lever in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 77.
The respective seat rest is unlocked and folded forward if applicable.
CAUTION
■ Before folding the seat backrest forward from the luggage compartment,
check that there are no objects on the rear seat. When folding the seat back-
rest forward, they could be damaged or cause damage to the seat backrest
and the seat.■
On vehicles with a net partition, the left and then the right and middle rear
seat backrest must first be unlocked.
93Seats and head restraints

›Fold the rear armrest and the cover in the seat backrest down-
wards » page 94 .›
Place the empty, through-loading bag in such a way that the end of the bag
with the zip is in the boot.
›
Push the skis into the through-loading bag from the boot » .
›
Close the through-loading bag.
Securing the through-loading bag and skis
›
Tighten the strap
A
on the free end around the skis in front of the bind-
ings » Fig. 96 .
›
Fold the seat backrest a little forward.
›
Guide the securing strap
B
through the opening in the seat backrest around
the upper part of the seat backrest.
›
Then push the seat backrest back into the upright position until the unlock-
ing button clicks into place - check by pulling on the seat backrest.
›
Insert the securing strap
B
into the lock
C
until it clicks into place.
WARNING■ After placing skis into the through-loading bag, you must secure the bag
with the securing strap B » Fig. 96 .■
The strap
A
must hold the skis tight.
■
Make sure that the strap
A
holds all skis in front of the binding (see also
the text on the through-loading bag).
■
The total weight of the skis which are transported must not exceed
24 kg.
CAUTION
■ Never fold and stow the through-loading bag when it is wet - risk of damag-
ing the through-loading bag.■
The through-loading bag is designed for the transportation of up to four
pairs of skis.
■
Place the skis with the tips facing to the front and the sticks with the tips
facing to the rear. into the through-loading bag.
Luggage compartment
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Fastening elements
104
Fixing nets
105Folding double hooks105Foldable hook106
Floor covering
106
Floor covering on both sides
106
Luggage net
106
Luggage compartment cover
107
Retractable luggage compartment cover
108
Storage compartment with cargo element
108
Storage compartments under the floor covering
109
Multi-function pocket
110
Class N1 vehicles
110
Please observe the following for the purpose of maintaining good handling
characteristics of your vehicle:
›
Distribute loads as evenly as possible.
›
Place heavy objects as far forward as possible.
›
Attach the items of luggage to the lashing eyes or by using the fixing
nets » page 104 .
In the event of an accident, even small and light objects gain so much kinetic
energy that they can cause severe injuries.
The magnitude of the kinetic energy is dependent on the speed at which the
vehicle is travelling and the weight of the object.
Example: In the event of a frontal collision at a speed of 50 km/h, an object
with a weight of 4.5 kg produces an energy, which corresponds to 20 times its
own weight. This means that it results in a weight of approx. 90 kg “ ”.
Luggage compartment light
The warning light turns on when tailgate is opened.
The warning light turns off when the tailgate is closed.
If the boot lid is open and the ignition switched off, the light will extinguish
automatically after around 10 minutes.
WARNING■ Always store transported objects in the boot and attach them to the lash-
ing eyes.■
Loose objects can be thrown forward during a sudden manoeuvre or in
case of an accident and can injure the occupants or other road users. 
103Transporting and practical equipment

Automatic activation/deactivation of the air recirculation
Climatronic may have an air quality sensor for the detection of the pollutant
concentration in the sucked-in air.
If a considerable increase in concentration of pollutants is recognised by the
air quality sensor, the recirculated air mode will be switched on automatically.
When the pollutant concentration decreases to the normal level, the recircula-
ted air mode is automatically switched off.
The automatic activation/deactivation of the air recirculation can be activated or deactivated in the Infotainment » Infotainment operating instructions ,
chapter Vehicle settings .WARNINGThe recirculation system cannot be switched on for a longer period of time,
because there is no supply of fresh air from the outside. “Stale air” may re-
sult in fatigue in the driver and occupants, reduce attention levels and also
cause the windows to mist up. The risk of having an accident increases.
Switch off recirculated air mode as soon as the windows start to mist up.
CAUTION
We recommend not smoking in the vehicle when the recirculating air operation
is switched on. The smoke sucked from inside the vehicle is deposited on the
evaporator of the air conditioner. This produces a permanent odour when the
air conditioning system is operating which can only be eliminated through con-
siderable effort and expense (replacement of compressor).
Note
The automatic activation/deactivation of the air recirculation with Climatronic
only works if the outside temperature is higher than approx. 2 °C.HeatingFig. 124
Heating Controls
Read and observe
and on page 116 first.
Individual functions can be set or switched on by turning the rotary knob or
pressing the respective button. When the function is activated, the warning
light below the button lights up.
Functions of the individual controls » Fig. 124
Set temperature › 
Reduce temperature
› 
Increase temperature
Set the blower speed (level 0: fan off, stage 6: highest blower speed)
Set the direction of the air outlet » page 116
› 
Air flow over the windows
› 
Air flow to the upper body
› 
Air flow into the footwell and to the body (warmer air directed to the
footwell than to the body)
› 
Air flow into the footwell
› 
Airflow over the windows and into the footwell
Switching the rear window heater on/off » page 80
Switch recirculated air on/off » page 117
ABC118Using the system

Air conditioning (manual air conditioning)Fig. 125
Controls of the air conditioning
Read and observe
and on page 116 first.
Individual functions can be set or switched on by turning the rotary knob or
pressing the respective button. When the function is activated, the warning
light below the button lights up.
Functions of the individual controls » Fig. 125
Set temperature › 
Reduce temperature
› 
Increase temperature
Set the blower speed (level 0: fan off, stage 6: highest blower speed)
Set the direction of the air outlet » page 116
› 
Air flow over the windows
› 
Air flow to the upper body
› 
Air flow into the footwell and to the body (warmer air directed to the
footwell than to the body)
› 
Air flow into the footwell
› 
Airflow over the windows and into the footwell
Depending on equipment fitted: › 
Switching on/off aux. heating (standard heating) on/off
» page 122
› 
Switching the windscreen heater on/off
» page 80
Operate the seat heater on the front left seat » page 90
Switch the cooling system on/off
Switching the rear window heater on/off » page 80
Switch recirculated air on/off » page 117
Operate the seat heater on the front right seat » page 90
ABCDNote■
The warning light in the button  lights after activation, even if not all of
the conditions for the function of the cooling system have been met. The light-
ing up of the indicator light in the button signals the operational readiness of
the cooling system.■
During operation of the air conditioning, an increase in engine idle speed may
occur under certain circumstances in order to ensure sufficient heating com-
fort.
Climatronic (automatic air conditioning)
Fig. 126
Controls the Climatronic
Read and observe
and on page 116 first.
The Climatronic in automatic mode ensures the best-possible setting of the
temperature of the outflowing air, the blower stage and air distribution.
The system also takes sunlight into account, which eliminates the need to al-
ter the settings manually afterwards.
Individual functions can be set or switched on by turning the rotary knob or
pressing the respective button. When the function is on, a warning light within
or below the button lights up.
Functions of the individual controls » Fig. 126
Adjust the temperature for the left side or for both sides
› 
Reduce temperature
› 
Increase temperature
Interior temperature sensor
Set the temperature (turn to the left: Reduce fan speed, turn to the right:
Increase blower speed) 
ABC119Heating and air conditioning

Display the temperature setting for the right side
› 
Reduce temperature
› 
Increase temperature
Display the temperature setting for the left side
Display the temperature setting for the right side
Depending on equipment fitted: › 
Switching on/off aux. heating (standard heating) on/off » page 122
› 
Switching Climatronic system off »
Control the seat heater on the front left seat » page 90
Air flow to the windows
Air flow to the upper body
Air flow in the footwell
Switch recirculated air on/off » page 117
Control the seat heater on the front right seat » page 90
Switch the intensive windscreen heater on/off
Switching the rear window heater on/off » page 80
Switching the windscreen heater on/off » page 80
Climatronic set in the Infotainment » Operating instructions for Infotain-
ment
Switch the temperature setting in Dual mode on/offSwitching automatic mode on
Switch the cooling system on/off
After the cooling system is switched off, only the ventilation function remains active whereby the minimum temperature that can be reached is the outside
temperature.
Setting temperature
The interior temperature for the left and right side can be set separately or to-
gether.
The temperature for both sides, is set by turning the knob
A
» Fig. 126 (the
indicator light in the button  is not illuminated).
The temperature for the right side is adjusted by turning the knob
D
(the in-
dicator light in the button  is lit).
The temperature for the left side is adjusted by turning the knob
A
(the indi-
cator light in the button  is lit).
The interior temperature can be set between +16 ℃ and +29.5 °C. The interior
temperature is regulated automatically within this range.
DEFGIf a temperature lower than +16 ° C is selected, then the respective tempera-
ture display  lights up.
If a temperature higher than 29.5 ° C is selected, then the respective tempera-
ture display 
lights up.
At both end positions, Climatronic runs at maximum cooling/heating output
and the temperature is automatically not regulated.
Controlling blower
The blower stage can be manually adapted to suit your particular needs.
If the blower speed is reduced to a minimum, Climatronic is switched off.
The set blower speed is displayed when the respective number of warning
lights illuminate in the control dial C
» Fig. 126 .
Automatic mode
The automatic mode is used in order to maintain a constant temperature and
to demist the windows in the interior of the car.
Automatic mode works in three modes - moderate, medium, and intensive.
Setting the individual operating modes » Operating instructions for Infotain-
ment , chapter Vehicle settings .
Climatronic is set to the medium setting at the factory.
After the automatic mode is switched on, Climatronic works in the last selec-
ted mode.
The currently selected mode is displayed in the Infotainment display.
Automatic mode can be switched off by pressing one of the buttons for the air
distribution or by increasing/decreasing the blower speed.
WARNING■ Do not switch off the Climatronic system for longer than necessary.■Switch on the Climatronic system as soon as the windows mist up.
Note
■When the intensive windshield defroster  is switched on, the air flow to
the windows  is switched on. The air flow to the windows will remain on
even after turning off the intense windshield defroster.■
Do not stick anything onto or cover the interior temperature sensor
B
» Fig. 126 as this could impair the functioning of the Climatronic. 
120Using the system

Reactivate the TCS and START-STOP when the desired speed has been
reached.WARNINGRapid acceleration, particularly on slippery roads, can lead to loss of control
of the vehicle – risk of accident!
Retraction and economical driving
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Driving in
136
Tips for economical driving
136
The fuel consumption, degree of pollution and vehicle wear depend on driving
style, road condition, weather conditions and the like.
Driving in
Driving in the engine
The engine has to be run in during the first 1500 kilometres. During this period,
the driving style decides on the quality of the driving-in process.
During the first 1 000 km we recommend not driving faster than 3/4 of the
maximum permissible engine speed, not to drive at full throttle and to dis-
pense with the trailer.
In the area of 1,000 to 1,500 kilometres the engine load can be increased up
to the maximum permitted engine speed.
New tyres
New tyres have to be “run in” since they do not offer optimal grip at first.
Drive especially carefully for the first 500 km or so.
New brake pads
New brake pads have to first “grind in” because these do not initially have the
best possible braking effect.
Drive especially carefully for the first 200 km or so.
Tips for economical driving
To achieve the lowest possible fuel consumption, the following instructions
must be observed.
Looking ahead when driving
Avoid unnecessary acceleration and braking.
Switch in an energy saving and timely manner Observe the recommended gear » page 46.
Avoid full throttle and high speeds
Fuel consumption will be halved if only three-quarters of the possible top
speed of your vehicle is used.
Reducing idling
When the engine is switched off, such as when waiting in a traffic jam, the fuel
economy is already greater after 30 - 40 s than the fuel quantity which is re-
quired for engine re-start.
Avoid short distances
When driving a short distance of less than about 4 km, the engine cannot
reach its operating temperature. As long as the engine has not reached oper-
ating temperature, the fuel consumption is significantly higher than with the
engine hot.
Pay attention to the correct tyre inflation pressure being maintained
Further information » page 204.
Avoid unnecessary ballast
Per 100 kg of weight, consumption increases by about 1 l/100 km. At a speed of
100-120 km/h, a vehicle fitted with a roof rack cross member without a load
will use about 10 % more fuel than normal due to the increased aerodynamic
drag.
Saving electricity
Electrical consumers (e.g. seat heating, air conditioning and the like) only turn
on for as long as necessary.
In Infotainment, the display is shown of up to three consumers which are cur-
rently showing the highest degree of fuel consumption » Infotainment operat-
ing instructions , chapter Vehicle settings (CAR button) .136Driving

Driving through water and driving off of made-up roads
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Driving through water
137
Driving off paved roads
137WARNINGImmediately after driving through water, mud, slush and the like, braking
effectiveness will be temporarily impaired » page 130, Information on brak-
ing . For this reason, sudden and violent braking manoeuvres are to be
avoided - there is a risk of accident!
Driving through water
Fig. 136
Maximum permissible water lev-
el when driving through water
Read and observe on page 137 first.
The following must be observed to avoid damage to the vehicle when driving through bodies of water (e.g. flooded roads).
›
Therefore determine the depth of the water before driving through bodies of
water.
The water level must not reach above the web of the lower beam » Fig. 136.
›
Do not drive any faster than at a walking speed.
At a higher speed, a water wave can form in front of the vehicle which can
cause water to penetrate into the air induction system of the engine or into
other parts of the vehicle.
›
Never stop in the water, do not reverse and do not switch the engine off.
CAUTION■ If water penetrates into the intake system of the engine, there is a risk of se-
rious damage to the engine parts!■
When driving through water, some vehicle parts such as the chassis, the
electrics or the transmission can be severely damaged.
■
Oncoming vehicles can generate water waves which can exceed the permis-
sible water level for your vehicle.
■
Potholes, mud or rocks can be hidden under the water, making it difficult or
impossible to drive through the body of water.
■
Do not drive through salt water, as the salt can cause corrosion. An vehicle
coming into contact with salt water is to be thoroughly rinsed with fresh wa-
ter.
Driving off paved roads
Read and observe
on page 137 first.
Only drive on such roads and in such terrain, which match the vehicle parame-ters » page 238 , Technical data as well as your driving skills.
The driver is always responsible for deciding whether the vehicle can handle
travelling in the given terrain.
WARNINGDrive particularly aware and pro-actively outside paved roads.■Always adjust your driving to the current terrain and weather conditions.
Excessive speed or incorrect driving manoeuvres can cause damage to the
vehicle and lead to serious injuries.■
Objects trapped under the floor of the vehicle can damage the fuel lines,
the brake system, the seals and other parts of the chassis. Check the un-
derside of the vehicle and remove the trapped objects.
■
Combustible objects such as dry leaves or twigs caught under the base of
the vehicle could ignite on hot vehicle parts - risk of fire!
CAUTION
■ Pay attention to the ground clearance of the vehicle! When driving over ob-
jects which are larger than the ground clearance, the chassis and its compo-
nents can get damaged.■
Drive slowly in unknown terrain and watch out for unexpected obstacles,
such as potholes, rocks, stumps, etc.
■
Check up on confusing sections of unpaved roads before travelling on them
and consider whether such travelling is possible without risk.
137Starting-off and Driving