2014 SKODA OCTAVIA tailgate

Opening/closingFig. 40
Opening / closing tailgate
Read and observe
on page 60 first.
After unlocking the vehicle, the boot lid can be opened with the button in the
handle above the number plate.
Opening/closing boot lid » Fig. 40
Unlocking the door
Opening the flap
Closing the flap (by pulling the handle)
Delayed locking of the boot lid
Read and observe
on page 60 first.
If the boot lid is unlocked with the symbol button  on the remote control
key, then the door is automatically locked after closing.
The period after which the boot lid is locked automatically can be extended by a specialist garage.
After activation of delayed locking, the boot lid can be opened again after clos-
ing within a limited period.
Delayed locking can be deactivated by a specialist garage at any time.
CAUTION
There is a risk of unwanted entry into the vehicle before the boot lid is locked
automatically. We therefore recommend locking the vehicle with the symbol
button 
on the remote control key.123Electric boot lid
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Operating description
62
Acoustic signals
63
Adjusting/deleting the top lid position
63
Malfunctions
63
The tailgate can be electrically operated and also manually if necessary » .
Force limiter
The electric luggage compartment lid (hereinafter referred to only as a lid) is
equipped with a force limiter. If the lid hits an obstacle when closing, it stops
and an audible signal sounds.
If you rapidly enter the vehicle during the opening or closing process of the
boot lid, the whole vehicle may jerk and as a result the movement of the lid
can be interrupted.
Manual operation
When the lid is actuated manually, it must be closed slowly. It must be ensured
that when pressing the lid into the lock, pressure is applied to the centre edge
of the lid above the ŠKODA logo »
.
WARNING■
Ensure that the lock is properly engaged after closing the lid. Otherwise,
the lid might open suddenly while the vehicle is moving, even if the lid was
locked – risk of accident!■
Never drive with the lid open or unlatched, as otherwise exhaust gases
may get into the interior of the vehicle – risk of poisoning!
■
Make sure that when closing the boot lid, no body parts are crushed -
there is danger of injury!
CAUTION
Do not attempt to close the lid manually during an electrical closing process -
there is a risk of damaging the electric lid operation system. 61Unlocking and opening

›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

›Press any button on the remote control key.›Unlock the door with the key via the lock cylinder within 1 minute of pressing
the button.
replace battery in the remote control the auxiliary heating
(auxiliary heating)
Fig. 212
Radio remote control: Battery
cover
Read and observe on page 224 first.
The battery is located under a cover on the back of the radio remote con-
trol » Fig. 212 .
›
Insert a flat, blunt object, such as a coin, into the gap of the battery cover.
›
Turn the cover against the direction of the arrow up to the mark to open the
cover.
›
Replace the battery.
›
Return the battery cover.
›
Turn the cover in the direction of the arrow up to the initial marking, engage.
Emergency unlocking/locking
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Unlocking/locking the driver's door
225
Locking the door without a locking cylinder
226
Unlocking the tailgate
226
Selector lever-emergency unlocking
226Unlocking/locking the driver's doorFig. 213
Handle on the driver's door: covered locking cylinder/locking cyl-
inder with key
The driver's door can be unlocked or locked in an emergency.
›
Pull on the door handle and hold.
›
Insert the vehicle key into the slot on the bottom of the cover » Fig. 213.
›
Open the cover in the direction of the arrow.
›
Release the door handle.
›
For vehicles with LHD, insert the remote control key into the lock cylinder
with the buttons facing upwards and unlock or lock the vehicle.
›
For vehicles with RHD, insert the remote control key into the lock cylinder
with the buttons facing downwards and unlock or lock the vehicle.
›
Pull on the door handle and hold.
›
Replace the cap in its original position.
CAUTION
Make sure you do not damage the paint when performing an emergency lock-
ing/unlocking.225Emergency equipment, and self-help

Locking the door without a locking cylinderFig. 214
Emergency locking: Left/right rear door
An emergency locking mechanism is located on the face side of the doors
which have no locking cylinder, it is only visible after opening the door.
›
Remove the panel
A
» Fig. 214 .
›
Insert the vehicle key into the slot and turn in the direction of the arrow
(spring-loaded position).
›
Replace the cover
A
.
Unlocking the tailgate
Fig. 215
Emergency unlocking: Version 1/version 2
Unlocking – version 1
›
Fold the rear seat backrest forward » page 92.
›
Insert the vehicle key or similar tool into the opening in the panel » Fig. 215-
 to the stop.
›
Unlock the lid by moving it in the direction of the arrow.
Unlocking – version 2›Fold the rear seat backrest forward
» page 92.›
Insert a screwdriver or similar tool into the opening in the trim » Fig. 215 - 
as far as the stop.
›
Unlock the lid by moving it in the direction of the arrow.
Selector lever-emergency unlocking
Fig. 216
Selector lever-emergency unlocking
›
Firmly apply the handbrake.
›
Open the stowage compartment in the front centre console » page 96.
›
Grab hold of the cover
A
in the area of the arrows and carefully raise it for-
wards in the direction of the arrow
1
and then backwards » Fig. 216.
›
Use a finger to press the yellow plastic part in the direction of the arrow
2
.
›
At the same time, press the locking button in the selector lever and move
the selector lever to position N.
If the selector lever is moved again to position P, it is once again blocked.
Replacing windscreen wiper blades

Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Replacing the windscreen wiper blades
227
Replacing the rear window wiper blade
227WARNINGReplace the windscreen wiper blades once or twice a year for safety rea-
sons. These can be purchased from a ŠKODA Partner.226Do-it-yourself

›Remove the headlight in the direction of arrow 3.
Replacing the light bulb›
Press the latch on the connector in the direction of arrow
4
.
›
Remove the key in the direction of the arrow
5
.
›
Pull the lamp holder until it stops in the arrow direction
6
.
›
Remove the lamp holder in the direction of the arrow
7
.
›
Insert the new bulb into the headlight and turn counter to the direction of
arrow
6
as far as the stop.
›
Fit the connector.
Refitting the headlight and grille
›
Replace the fog light by inserting it in the opposite direction of the arrow
3
» Fig. 229 and tighten.
›
Replace the cover and press in gently.
The cover must engage securely.
Replacing the bulb for the licence plate light
Fig. 230
Remove the number plate light/replace the bulb
Read and observe
and on page 232 first.
›
Open the luggage compartment lid.
›
Push in the lamp in the direction of the arrow
1
» Fig. 230 .
The lamp comes loose.
›
Swivel out the lamp in the direction of the arrow
2
and remove it.
›
Remove the faulty bulb from the holder in the direction of the arrow
3
.
›
Insert a new bulb into the holder.
› Reinsert the lamp in the opposite direction to the arrow 1.›Push on the light until the spring clicks into place.
Check that the light is securely inserted.
Rear Light
Fig. 231
Remove light / pull out connector
Read and observe
and on page 232 first.
Removing
›
Open the tailgate.
›
Insert into opening
A
1)
» Fig. 231 the clamps for removing the full wheel cov-
ers » page 212 , Vehicle tool kit .
›
Remove the cover by pulling the hook in the direction of arrow
1
.
›
Unscrew the screws
B
with the key from the tool kit.
›
Grasp the light and carefully remove with shaky movements in the direction
of arrow
2
. 
1)
The position of the opening may vary depending on the vehicle model.
235Fuses and light bulbs

Cruise Control System148
Cup holders96
D
DAY LIGHT see Daylight running lights
72
Daylight running lights72
De-icing windows
183
De-icing the windscreen and rear window80
Deactivating an airbag21
Decorative films183
Delayed locking of the boot lid see boot lid
61
Departure angle244, 245
Diesel refer to Fuel
190
Diesel fuel Operation in winter
190
Diesel particulate filter43
information messages43
Digital Clock Time
33
Dipstick196
Disconnecting and reconnecting vehicle battery
202
Display31
Compass points52
Coolant temperature32
Gear changes46
Natural gas reserve32
Petrol / Diesel reserve33
Service interval53
Disposal Acceptance and recycling of used vehicles
180
Distance driven33
Distance warning Warning symbol
44
DoorChild safety lock58
Closing56
Emergency locking226
Emergency locking the driver's door225
Opening56
Door warning47
double hooks105
Driver Steering Recommendation (DSR)139
Driving Driving through water
137
Emissions239
Fuel consumption239
off of made-up roads137
Driving in Brake linings
136
engine136
Tyres136
Driving mode160
driving mode select Normal mode
160
Driving Mode Selection160
Driving off of made-up roads137
Driving through water137
DSR139
E
ECO-TIP
52
Eco-tips52
Economical driving Tips
136
EDL139
Electrical power windows66
Operational faults66
Electric boot lid Force limit
61
Manual operation61
Electric luggage compartment lid Acoustic signals63
Adjusting the top lid position63
Deleting the top lid position63
Malfunctions63
Operating62
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL)139
Electronic immobilizer126
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)138
emergency replace battery in the remote control
225
Emergency Changing a wheel
214
Hazard warning light system77
Jump-starting220
Locking the door without a locking cylinder226
Locking the driver's door225
Selector lever-unlocking226
Switching off the engine by pressing a button 129
Towing the using the tow hitch
223
Towing the vehicle221
Tyre repair218
Unlocking the driver's door225
Unlocking the tailgate226
Emergency equipment Fire extinguisher
211
First-aid kit 211
Jack212
Reflective vest211
Vehicle tool kit212
Warning triangle211
Emergency spare wheel Changing
213
Emissions239
Engine Information messages
41
Engine compartment192
Brake fluid199
Overview194
Vehicle battery200
263Index

lock steering lock / unlockkey126
Long cargo channel94
Low beam71
Low tyre pressure warning See tyre pressure monitoring
167
Luggage compartment103
Compartment with cargo element108
Cover107
Emergency unlocking226
Fastening elements104
Fix floor covering106
Fixing nets105
floor covering on both sides106
foldable hook106
Folding double hooks105
Lighting103
Luggage net106
Net partition112
roll-up cargo cover108
Storage compartments under the floor cover- ing
109
Stowing the roof rack115
Unlocking the tailgate226
Variable loading floor110
Luggage compartment cover107
Luggage compartment lid60
Luggage net106
Luggage storage Multi-function pocket
110
M
Main beam
73
Warning light40
Maintenance see vehicle care
182
Manual air conditioning Air distribution control
117
Operating elements119
Manual gear changing see gear changing132
Manually adjusting seats
87
Manually adjusting seats87
MAXI DOT display50
Lap timer51
Main menu51
Operation46
Stop watch51
MAXI DOT see MAXI DOT display
50
Maximum permissible weights
238
Mechanical windows66
opening and closing67
Media see radio/navigation system
4
Memory48
Memory Function for the seat89
Mirror Exterior mirrors
85
Make-up81
Mirrors Interior mirror
84
MODE button see driving mode selection
160
Modifications177
Modifications and technical alterations Airbags
179
Service178
Spoiler179
Multi-collision brake140
Multi-function pocket110
Multifunction display Functions
47
Information48
Memory48
Operation46
Multimedia holder99
N
N1
110
Nameplate238
Natural gas operation Indicator light
40
Natural gas vehicles See CNG
192
Navigation system4
Net partition112
behind the front seats112
behind the rarer seats112
Removing and refitting the housing113
Nets105
Notes for driving with a repaired tyre220
Notes on using wheels204
O
Oil Information messages
42
See Engine oil196
Oil pressure Information messages
42
Onboard computer see multifunction display
47
Opening and closing sun roof - Version 1
67
sun roof - Version 269
Operate roller blind - Version 1
68
Operating weight239
Operation in winter Diesel fuel
190
Vehicle battery201
Optical Parking Assistant143
Function keys144
Operation143
Orientation lines144
266Index