2014 SKODA OCTAVIA warning

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

Main menuFig. 31
Operating lever: Button to open
the menu item wizard
Read and observe on page 50 first.
Operating the MAXI DOT display » page 46.
Main menu items (depending on vehicle equipment) ■ Driving data » page 47
■ Assist systems » page 162 , » page 155
■ Navigation » operating instructions for Infotainment , chapter Navigation
system (NAV button)
■ Audio » operating instructions for Infotainment , chapter Audio (MEDIA but-
ton)
■ Telephone » operating instructions for Infotainment , chapter Communica-
tion (PHONE button)
■ Vehicle » page 47 , Auto-check control
■ Lap timer » page 51 , Lap timer (Stop watch)
Menu item wizard
In the menu item Assist systems the Front Assist and the Lane Assist can be
confirmed and activated or deactivated .
The menu item Assist systems in the main menu can also be opened by press-
ing the button
A
on the control lever » Fig. 31.
Note■
If the MAXI DOT display shows warning messages, these messages must be
confirmed in order to access the main menu » page 46, Using the information
system .■
For vehicles with Infotainment, the language of the MAXI DOT display can be
set in the Infotainment » Infotainment operating instructions , chapter Device
settings (SETUP key) .
■
For vehicles without infotainment, the language of the MAXI DOT displays
can only be adjusted by a specialist garage.
Lap timer (Stop watch)
Read and observe
on page 50 first.
The Laptimer function offers the possibility of calculating the lap time, for ex-
ample when driving on a race course. The measured time is shown in the dis-
play.
Operation of the lap timer function » page 46, Using the information system .
The calculated times are displayed in minutes, seconds and deciseconds.
Activate Laptimer function › From the main menu of the display select the menu item
Lap timer.
The following functions are available.
■ Start - start the timing manually or continue the interrupted measurement
■ Since start - Start the timer automatically upon start-up
■ Statistics - Evaluate and reset the measured times
Time measurement
Manually start the measurement
› Select the menu item
Lap timer - Start .
Start the measurement automatically
› Select the menu item
Lap timer - Since start . Timing will begin automatically
when starting up.
Start timing of next round
› Select the menu item
New lap during timing.
During timing, information about the fastest and the last lap time are also
shown in the display. 
51Information system

Measure split time
› During the timing, select the menu item
Split time. The split time data is dis-
played for about 5 seconds in the display.
The split time can be measured repeatedly during a round.
Stop measurement › During the timing, press the menu item
Stop.
The time measurement is stopped, the following functions are now available.
■ Continue - Continue measurement of the current lap time
■ New lap - Start measurement of the next lap time.
■ Abort lap - Cancel the timer (the aborted lap time is not stored)
■ Hang up - End timing (the aborted lap time is stored)
Evaluate recorded times
› Select the menu item
Lap timer - Statistics .
The following information is displayed. › Fastest:
- The fastest lap
› Slowest:
- The slowest lap
› Average:
- The average lap time
› Overall time:
- The total of all the lap times
Reset measured times › Select the menu item
Lap timer - Statistics - Reset .WARNING■
Concentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver, you are fully
responsible for the operation of your vehicle.■
Only use the Lap timer system when you are in any traffic situation where
you have full control over the vehicle.
Note
■ The system allows the measurement of up to 11 lap times.■The measurement of a single lap time is terminated after 99 h, 59 min. and
59 sec. After this time has been reached, measurement of the new lap time
starts automatically.■
The measured times cannot be reset individually.
■
If the measured times are not reset, then these are stored even after turning
off the ignition.
Compass point displayFig. 32
Compass display
Read and observe on page 50 first.
For vehicles with a factory fitted navigation system, an arrows symbol as well
as an abbreviation for each respective point of the compass (depending on the
current direction of travel) is shown in the display » Fig. 32.
The compass point display only operates when the ignition is switched on.
Note
The direction indicator can be displayed at the top or bottom of the screen dis-
played in response to further information.
Eco-tips
Read and observe
on page 50 first.
To minimise fuel consumption, fuel economy tips can appear in the display.
Eco tips are indicated next to the letters ECO-TIP.
For instance, if the air-conditioning is on and a window is open, the following
message appears ECO TIP Air conditioning switched on: close windows.
Eco tips display must be activated in the Infotainment » operating instructions
for Infotainment , chapter Vehicle settings (CAR button) .
52Using 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

NoteIn the event of an accident in which the airbags are deployed, the locked doors
are automatically unlocked in order to enable rescuers to gain access to the
vehicle.
Locking/unlocking using the key via the lock cylinder
Fig. 33
Left side of the vehicle: Turning
the key for unlocking and locking
the vehicle
Read and observe and on page 54 first.
The key allows you to unlock or lock the vehicle via the lock cylinder in the
driver's door » .
Unlocking/locking the vehicle with the key » Fig. 33
Unlocking the vehicle
Locking the vehicle
CAUTION
To unlock or lock the vehicle with the remote control key via the lock cylinder,
first remove the cap of the lock cylinder » page 225.
Unlocking/locking with the remote control key
Fig. 34
Remote control key
Read and observe and on page 54 first.
Function and description of the remote control key » Fig. 34
Unlocking the vehicle
Locking the vehicle
Unlocking/releasing the boot lid
Button for folding the key in/out
Warning light
Unlocking/releasing the boot lid
Briefly pressing the symbol key 
unlocks the boot lid. After unlocking, the
boot lid can be opened by pushing the button in the handle located above the
number plate.
Pressing and holding the symbol key  releases the boot lid (partially
opened).
If the boot lid is unlocked or released with the key symbol  on the remote
control key, then the lid is automatically locked after closing.
You can set a lock delay » page 61.
CAUTION
■
The operation of the remote control may temporarily be affected by signal in-
terference from transmitters close to the car and which operate in the same
frequency range.■
Only operate the remote control when the doors and luggage compartment
lid are closed and the vehicle is in your line of sight.
■
The operating range of the remote control key is approx. 30 m. But this range
of the remote control can be reduced if the batteries are weak.
Note
For vehicles with the anti-theft alarm system, the acoustic signals can addi-
tionally also be enabled / disabled when unlocking / locking » Infotainment
manual , chapter Vehicle settings (key CAR) .AB55Unlocking and opening

Opening/closing a doorFig. 35
Door handle/door opening lever
Read and observe
and on page 54 first.
Opening from the outside
›
Unlock the vehicle.
›
Pull door handle
A
» Fig. 35 on the door you wish to open.
Opening from the inside
›
Pull on door opening lever
B
of the respective door and push the door away
from you.
Closing from the inside
›
Grab the pull handle
C
and close the door.
WARNING■ Make sure that the door has closed correctly as it can open suddenly
while driving – risk of death!■
Only open and close the door when there is no one in the opening/closing
range – risk of injury!
■
An opened door can close automatically if there is a strong wind or the
vehicle is on an incline – risk of injury!
■
Never drive with the doors open - there is a risk of death!
Unlocking / locking - KESSYFig. 36
Sensors in the handle of the
front door
Read and observe and on page 54 first.
The KESSY system (Keyless Entry Start Exit System) enables unlocking and
locking of the vehicle without actively using the remote control key.
Sensors in the handle of the front door » Fig. 36
Unlocking sensor
Locking sensor
Unlocking
›
Grasp the door handle of the front door or cover sensor
A
» Fig. 36 with the
palm of your hand. »
Locking
›
Touch the sensor
B
» Fig. 36 with your fingers.
On vehicles fitted with automatic gearbox, the selector lever must be moved
into the position P before unlocking.
Unlocking the boot lid
›
Press the button in the handle of the boot lid » Fig. 40 on page 61 .
If the vehicle is locked via sensor
B
, it is not possible to unlock it again in the
following 2 seconds via sensor
A
- protection against accidental unlocking.
Protection against inadvertently locking the key in the vehicle
If the key with which the vehicle has been locked is left in the passenger com-
partment, the vehicle is automatically unlocked. The turn signal lights flash
four times as confirmation that the vehicle has been unlocked again. If no door
is opened within approximately 45 seconds, the vehicle is automatically locked
again. 
AB56Using the system

If the key with which the vehicle was locked remains in the boot, the boot lid is
released (partially opened). The turn-signal lights flash four times as an indica-
tion that the boot lid has been released again. The boot lid remains re-
leased (partially opened). The other doors remain locked.
The following message is shown in the information cluster display. Key in vehicle.
KEY IN VEHICLE
Additionally, on vehicles which are fitted with the anti-theft alarm system, an audible signal sounds.
System fault
If there is a fault in the system, the following message will appear in the dis- play of the instrument cluster.
Keyless access system faulty.
KEYLESS ACCESS SYSTEM FAULTY
CAUTION
■ Do not use objects which might prevent direct contact between the hand
and the grip sensor.■
Some types of gloves can impair the function of the grip sensor.
■
There is no automatic locking after leaving the car.
■
The vehicle cannot be locked from the outside if the ignition has not been
turned off.
Safe securing system
Read and observe
and on page 54 first.
The door locks are blocked automatically if the vehicle is locked from the out-
side. The vehicle can not be opened from the inside any more.
This fact is pointed out by the following message on the display of the instru-
ment cluster after switching out the ignition.
Check SAFELOCK! Owner's manual!
CHECK SAFELOCK
Switching off
The safe lock can be switched off in one of the following ways.
›
By locking twice within 2 seconds.
›
By disabling the interior monitoring » page 60, Interior monitor and towing
protection .
If the vehicle is locked and the safe securing system is switched off, the door
can be opened separately from the inside by a single pull on opening lever.
Switching on
Safelock switches on automatically the next time the vehicle is locked.
Switch-off display
The indicator light in the driver door flashes for about 2 seconds fast, goes out
and starts to flash at longer intervals after about 30 seconds.
Switch-on display
The warning light flashes for around 2 seconds in quick succession, afterwards
it begins to flash evenly at longer intervals.WARNINGIf the car is locked and the safe securing system activated, no people must
remain in the car as it will then not be possible to either unlock a door or
open a window from the inside. The locked doors make it more difficult for
rescuers to get into the vehicle in an emergency – risk to life!
Individual settings
Read and observe
and on page 54 first.
The following functions of the central locking system can be set individual-
ly » owner's manual of Infotainment , chapter Vehicle settings (button CAR) .
Opening a single door
This function allows you to unlock only the driver's door and the fuel filler flap.
The other doors and the boot lid remain locked and are only unlocked after be-
ing opened again.
Unlocking a vehicle side door
This function enables you to unlock both doors on the driver's side and the
fuel filler flap. The other doors and the boot lid remain locked and are only un-
locked after being opened again.
Unlock all doors
This function allows you to unlock all doors, the boot lid and the fuel filler flap.
Automatic locking/unlocking
All doors are locked from a speed of around 15 km/h. The button in the handle
of the boot lid is deactivated. 
57Unlocking and opening

If the ignition key is withdrawn, the car is then automatically unlocked again. It
is also possible to unlock the vehicle by pressing the central locking button .
Note
For some countries with right-hand steering, the single-door opening function
is set at the factory.
Locking and unlocking the vehicle with the central locking button
Fig. 37
Central locking button
Read and observe and on page 54 first.
When the vehicle has not been locked from outside, the » Fig. 37 button can
be used to unlock or lock the vehicle.
Unlocking/locking » Fig. 37
If the symbol 
in the button is lit, the vehicle is locked.
The central locking system also operates if the ignition is switched off.
The following applies after locking.
› Opening the doors and the boot lid from the outside is not possible.
› The doors can be unlocked and opened from the inside by a single pull on the
opening lever of the respective door.
› In the event of an accident in which the airbags are deployed, the locked
doors are automatically unlocked in order to enable rescuers to gain access
to the vehicle.
WARNING■ Doors locked from the inside make it difficult for rescuers to get into the
vehicle in an emergency – danger to life!■
If the Safelock system is switched on » page 57, the door opening levers
and the central locking buttons do not operate.
CAUTIONIf at least one door has been opened, the vehicle cannot be locked.
Child safety lock
Fig. 38
Rear door: left/right
Read and observe
and on page 54 first.
The child safety lock prevents the rear door from being opened from the in-
side. The door can only be opened from the outside.
Switching the child safety lock on and off » Fig. 38
Switching on
Switching off
You can switch the child safety lock on and off using the vehicle key.
Malfunctions
Read and observe
and on page 54 first.
Failure of the central locking
In the event of a failure of the central locking, only the driver's door can be
locked or unlocked using the key. The other doors and the boot lid can be
emergency locked or unlocked.
› Unlocking / locking
» page 55 for vehicles without remote control.
› Unlocking / locking for vehicles with remote control
» page 225 .
› Emergency locking of the door
» page 226.
› Emergency unlocking of the luggage compartment lid
» page 226. 
58Using the system