2015 SKODA OCTAVIA brakes

Multi collision brake (MCB)Read and observe
on page 136 first.
The MCB helps to decrease speed after a collision through automatic braking
interventions and to stabilize the vehicle. This reduces the risk of a subse-
quent crash due to uncontrolled vehicle movement.
The automatic brake interventions can take place only if the following condi-
tions are met.
A head-on or side collision occurred.
The impact speed was higher than approx. 10 km/h.
The brakes, the ESC and other required electrical systems remain function-
al after impact.
The accelerator pedal is not actuated.
Trailer stabilization system (TSA)
Read and observe
on page 136 first.
The TSA helps the combination stable in situations where the trailer sways
and then the whole trailer combination.
TSA brakes the individual wheels of the towing vehicle in order to damp the
rocking motion of the entire vehicle combination.
The following conditions are required for the correct TSA function. The trailer was shipped from the factory or purchased from the ŠKODA
genuine accessories.
The trailer is electrically connected to the towing vehicle by means of the
trailer socket.
The parking aid is activated.
The speed is higher than approx. 60 km/h.
Further information » page 167, Hitch and trailer .
OFF ROAD-mode
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Operation
139
Hill Descent Assistant
139
ESC OFF ROAD
140
TCSOFF ROAD
140
EDS OFF ROAD
140
ABS OFF ROAD
140
The OFF ROAD mode includes several features that help to overcome difficult
navigable routes when travelling on non-paved roads.
But even with OFF ROAD mode activated, your vehicle is never a true SUV.
WARNING■ The general information relating to the use of assistance systems must
be observed » page 135, in section Introduction .■
A lack of fuel can cause irregular engine running or cause the engine to
shut down. This would lead the OFF ROAD mode to lose its effectiveness -
risk of accident!
CAUTION
■ The OFF ROAD mode is not designed for the use on common roads.■All four wheels must be fitted with the same tyres approved by the manufac-
turer to ensure theOFF ROAD mode operates correctly.138Driving

NoteDuring control, speed can be increased by pressing the accelerator pedal. Re-
leasing the accelerator pedal will cause the speed to drop again to the set
speed.
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Operation
150
Automatic stop-start
151
Operation Overview
152
Start control
152
Stop/resume control
152
Set/change the desired speed
153
Set the clearance level
153
Special driving conditions
154
Information messages
155
The automatic distance control (hereinafter referred to as ACC) maintains the
set speed or the distance to the vehicle ahead without the accelerator or
brake pedal being pressed.
The front of the vehicle and the distance to the vehicle ahead is monitored by
a radar sensor » page 135.
The state in which the ACC maintains the speed or the proximity is described
as control from here on.
WARNING■
The general information relating to the use of assistance systems must
be observed » page 135, in section Introduction .■
The driver must always be ready to take over steering of the vehicle him-
self (accelerate or brake).
■
The ACC does not react when approaching a stationary obstacle, such as
traffic jams, vehicle breakdowns or vehicles waiting at a traffic light.
■
The ACC does not respond to crossing or oncoming objects.
■
If the ACC does not decelerate fast enough, immediately apply the vehi-
cle's foot brake.
WARNINGFor safety reasons, do not use the ACC under the following conditions.■When driving in turning lanes, motorway exits or construction sites, to
avoid an unwanted acceleration to the stored speed.■
When visibility is poor, (e.g. fog, heavy rain, thick snowfall).
■
When road conditions are poor (e.g. ice, slippery road, gravel, dirt road).
■
When driving around “sharp” bends.
■
When riding on a steep gradient / high slope.
■
When driving through places where metal objects (such as metal build-
ings, railroad tracks, etc.) can be found.
■
When driving through very divided and enclosed spaces (such as large-ca-
pacity garages, car ferries, tunnels and the like.).
Note
■ The ACC is designed primarily for use on motorways.■The ACC reduces the speed by automatically releasing the accelerator or by
means of a braking procedure as appropriate. If the brakes are used for an au-
tomatic speed reduction at any moments, then the brake light illuminates.■
In case of failure of more than one brake light on the vehicle or on the con-
nected trailer, the ACC becomes unavailable.
■
The control automatically cancels the engagement of the brake supportive
assistance systems (e.g. ESC) or when the maximum permitted engine speed is
exceeded.
Operation
Fig. 169
Display in the instrument cluster: Examples of ACC displays 
150Driving

Information messagesRead and observe
on page 150 first.
The information messages are shown in the instrument cluster display.
ACC: no sensor view!

The sensor is soiled or covered.
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine and clean the sensor or remove the
item causing the lack of visibility » Fig. 154 on page 135 .
If the message appears again after starting the engine, the position of the lev- er should be 
» Fig. 171 on page 152 adjusted.
ACC not available.


The ACC is not available for an unknown reason.
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine and then start it again. If the ACC is still
not available, push the lever into position  . Seek help from a specialist ga-
rage.
Error: ACC

There is an ACC system error.
Push the lever into position .  press. Seek help from a specialist garage.
Speed limit
Increase the speed accordingly and start control
» page 152.
Front Assist

Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Operation
155
Distance warning (dangerous distance)
156
Warning and automatic braking
156
Disable/enable
156
Information messages
157The Front Assist (hereinafter referred to as system) warns you of the danger of
a collision with a vehicle or another obstacle in front of the vehicle, and tries to
avoid a collision or mitigate its consequences by automatically applying the
brakes where necessary.
The area in front of the vehicle is monitored by a radar sensor » page 135.WARNING■
The general information relating to the use of assistance systems must
be observed » page 135, in section Introduction .■
The system does not respond to crossing or oncoming objects.
CAUTION
In case of failure of more than one brake light on the vehicle or on the electri-
cally connected trailer, the system becomes unavailable.
Operation
Read and observe
and on page 155 first.
The system support is provided in the following manner.▶ Alerts you about a dangerous proximity to the vehicle ahead.
▶ Warns you of an impending collision.
▶ Prepares the brakes for emergency braking prior to a detected danger.
▶ Assists with a brake action triggered by the driver.
▶ If the driver fails to respond to a detected danger, automatic braking is per-
formed.
The system can work only if the following basic conditions are met. The system is activated.
TCS is enabled » page 135, Braking and stabilisation systems .
The vehicle is travelling forwards at a speed of more than approx. 5 km/h.
Note
The system can be impaired or may not be available, for example when driving
in “sharp ”curves or with an ESC engagement » page 136.155Assist systems

Distance warning (dangerous distance)Fig. 174
Symbols in the instrument cluster: Note (dangerous
proximity)
Read and observe and on page 155 first.
If a safe interval to the vehicle ahead falls below a minimum the display of the
instrument cluster shows the symbol 
» Fig. 174 .
Immediately increase the proximity if the current traffic situation allows you to do so!
The proximity at which the warning is displayed depends on the current speed.
The warning may occur when driving between about 60 km/h and 210 km/h.
Warning and automatic braking
Fig. 175
Symbols in the instrument cluster: Warning or emer-
gency braking at low speed
Read and observe and on page 155 first.
Emergency braking at low speed
In a driving speed range of approx. 5 km/h to approx. 30 km/h, the automatic braking action is not preceded by a warning. In the event of an immediate risk
of impact, automatic braking is carried out with the breaking force increasing
in stages.
With automatic braking the symbol appears » Fig. 175 in the display.
Advance warning
If the system detects a risk of collision, the symbol 
» Fig. 175 appears in the
display and you will hear an acoustic signal.
At the same time, the braking system is prepared for possible emergency brak-
ing.
The pre-warning display can occur in the following situations.
▶ If there is a risk of collision with a moving obstacle at a driving speed range
of approx. 30 km/h to approx. 210 km/h.
▶ If there is a risk of collision with a stationary obstacle at a driving speed
range of approx. 30 km/h to approx. 85 km/h.
When the advance warning is issued, the brake pedal must be pressed or the
moving obstacle avoided!
Acute alert
If the driver does not react to the advance warning, the system briefly applies
the brake automatically via an active brake intervention to draw attention to
the potential danger of a collision again.
Automatic Braking
If the driver fails to respond to the acute warning, the system starts to apply
the brakes automatically with increasing stopping power in several stages.
Brake Support
If the driver does not brake sufficiently in the event of an impending collision,
the system automatically increases the braking force.
The brake support only occurs as long as the brake pedal is being firmly press-
ed down.
Note
■ If an automatic brake intervention is triggered by the system, the pressure in
the brake system increases and the brake pedal cannot be operated with the
normal pedal stroke.■
The automatic braking interventions can be cancelled by pressing the accel-
erator pedal or by means of a steering intervention.
Disable/enable
Read and observe
and on page 155 first.
The function is automatically activated each time the ignition is switched on. 
156Driving

Brakes
Apply the brakes in good time! If the trailer is fitted with a trailer brake, apply
the brakes gently at first, then brake firmly. This will avoid brake jolts resulting
from the trailer wheels locking.
On downhill sections shift down a gear in good time to also use the engine as
a brake.WARNINGAlways drive particularly carefully with the trailer.
CAUTION
If you tow a trailer frequently, you should also have your vehicle inspected be-
tween service intervals.
Anti-theft alarm system
If the vehicle is locked, the alarm is activated when the electrical connection to
the trailer is interrupted.
Always switch off the anti-theft alarm system before a trailer is coupled or un-
coupled » page 58 .
Conditions for including a trailer in the anti-theft alarm system. The vehicle is factory-fitted with an anti-theft alarm system and a towing
device.
The trailer is electrically connected to the towing vehicle by means of the
trailer socket.
The electrical system of the vehicle and trailer is functional.
The vehicle is locked and the anti-theft alarm system is activated.
CAUTION
For technical reasons, trailers with rear LED lights cannot be connected to the
anti-theft alarm system.177Hitch and trailer

ŠKODA Service Partners are liable for any defects of ŠKODA Genuine Accesso-
ries for a period of 2 years after installation or delivery in accordance with the
materials defect liability, unless agreed otherwise in the purchase agreement
or any other agreements. You should keep the approved warranty certificate
and the invoices for these accessories for this period of time, so that the com-
mencement of the term can be verified.
ŠKODA Service Partners also stock a range of suitable car care products and all
parts that are subject to natural wear-and-tear, such as tyres, batteries, bulbs
and wiper blades.
Note
The accessories authorized by the company ŠKODA AUTO a.s. will be offered
by the ŠKODA Partners in all countries where the company ŠKODA AUTO a.s.
has a sales and after-sales service network. This will usually be in the form of a
printed catalogue of ŠKODA Genuine Accessories, in the form of separate prin-
ted brochures or in the form of ŠKODA Genuine Accessories on the ŠKODA
Partner websites.
Spoiler
Read and observe
on page 178 first.
If your new vehicle is fitted with a spoiler on the front bumper in combination
with the spoiler on the luggage compartment lid, the following instructions
must be adhered to. ▶ For safety reasons, the vehicle must only be fitted with a spoiler on the front
bumper in combination with the associated spoiler on the luggage compart-
ment lid.
▶ This kind of spoiler cannot be left on the front bumper either on its own, in
combination with another spoiler not on the luggage compartment lid or in
combination with an unsuitable spoiler on the luggage compartment lid.
▶ We recommend that you consult the ŠKODA Service Partner for any repairs
to or replacement, addition or removal of spoilers.
WARNING■ If work on your vehicle's spoilers is not carried out properly, this can lead
to operational faults - risk of accident and serious injuries.■
If a front spoiler, full wheel trim, etc. is mounted retrospectively, it must
be ensured that the air supply to the front wheel brakes is not reduced.
The front brakes may overheat which can have a negative impact on the
functioning of the braking system – risk of accident!
Component protection
Read and observe
on page 178 first.
Some electronic vehicle components (such as the instrument cluster) are fac-
tory-equipped with component protection.
Component protection has been developed as a protection mechanism for the
following situations. ▶ Impairment of factory- or garage-fitted electronic components after installa-
tion in another vehicle (for example, after a theft).
▶ Impairment of electronic components used outside the vehicle.
▶ The possibility of a legitimate installation or change of electronic compo-
nents for repairs at a specialist garage.
The activated component protection can be realized by functional limitations
of the specific electronic component. Seek help from a specialist garage.
Airbags
Read and observe
on page 178 first.
WARNING■Modifications, repairs and technical alterations that have been carried out
unprofessionally can cause damage and operational faults, and can also se-
riously impair the effectiveness of the airbag system – risk of accident and
fatal injury!■
A change to the vehicle's wheel suspension, including the use of non-ap-
proved wheels and tire combinations, can alter the functioning of the air-
bag system - risk of accident and fatal injury!
WARNINGInformation on the use of the airbag system■Never install any airbag parts into the vehicle that have been removed
from old cars or have been recycled.■
Never install damaged airbag parts in the vehicle. The airbags may then
not be triggered properly or not at all in the event of an accident. 
180General Maintenance

Dimensions - OctaviaFig. 255
Vehicle dimensions
Vehicle dimensions for operating weight without driver (in mm)
» Fig. 25 5SpecificationOctaviaOctavia 4x4Octavia RSA
Height
Basic dimensions1461 a)
/1458 b)1460a)
/1459 b)1449/1464 c)Vehicles with off-road package1476a)
/1474 b)1475a)
/1474 b)-Vehicles with SPORT package1446a)
/1444 b)--BFront track
» page 242CWidth181418141814DRear track » page 242EWidth including exterior mirror201720172017F
Clearance
Basic dimensions140138128/142c)Vehicles with off-road package155154-Vehicles with SPORT package125--G
Wheel base
Basic dimensions268626802680Vehicles with 1.8 l/132 kW TSI engine2680--G-TEC vehicles2680--HLength465946594685a)
Valid for vehicles with 15" brakes
b)
Valid for vehicles with 16" brakes
c)
Only valid for some countries.
240Technical data

Dimensions - Octavia estateFig. 256
Vehicle dimensions
Vehicle dimensions for operating weight without driver (in mm)
» Fig. 256SpecificationOctavia EstateOCTAVIA Estate 4x4OCTAVIA Estate RSOctavia CombiScoutA
Height
Basic dimensions1465 a)
/1463 b)1465a)
/1463 b)1452/1468 c)1531Vehicles with off-road package1480a)
/1478 b)1480a)
/1478 b)--Vehicles with SPORT package1450a)
/1448 b)---BFront track
» page 242CWidth1814181418141814DRear track » page 242EWidth including exterior mirror2017201720172017F
Clearance
Basic dimensions140139127/142c)171Vehicles with off-road package155154- Vehicles with SPORT package125---G
Wheel base
Basic dimensions2686268026802679Vehicles with 1.8 l/132 kW TSI engine2680---G-TEC vehicles2680---HLength4659465946854685a)
Valid for vehicles with 15" brakes
b)
Valid for vehicles with 16" brakes
c)
Only valid for some countries.
241Technical data