2015 SKODA OCTAVIA oil

Vehicles with automatic transmission may be towed in with a tow bar or a tow
rope or with the front wheels raised. If the vehicle is raised at rear, the auto-
matic gearbox is damaged! If possible, the vehicle should be towed with the
engine running or at least with the ignition on.
Driver of the tow vehicle›
Engage the clutch gently when starting off or depress the accelerator partic-
ularly gently if the vehicle is fitted with an automatic gearbox.
›
Only then approach correctly when the rope is taut.
The maximum towing speed is 50 km/h.
Driver of the towed vehicle
›
Switch on the ignition so that the steering wheel is not locked and so that
the turn signal lights, windscreen wipers and windscreen washer system can
be used.
›
Take the vehicle out of gear or move the selector lever into position N if the
vehicle is fitted with an automatic gearbox.
Please note that the brake servo unit and power steering only operate if the
engine is running. If the engine is not running, significantly more physical force
is required to depress the brake pedal and steer the vehicle.
If using a tow rope, ensure that it is always kept taught.
General information for the towing process
Both drivers should be familiar with the problems which might possibly occur while a vehicle is being towed. Unskilled drivers should not attempt to tow in
another vehicle or to be towed in.
The vehicle must be transported on a special breakdown vehicle or trailer if it
is not possible to tow in the vehicle in the way described or if the towing dis-
tance is greater than 50 km.
If the gearbox no longer contains any oil, your vehicle must only be towed with
the front axle raised clear of the ground or on a breakdown vehicle or trailer.
To protect both vehicles when tow-starting or towing, the tow rope should be
elastic. Thus one should only use plastic fibre rope or a rope made out of a
similarly elastic material.
Attach the tow rope or the tow bar to the towing eyes » page 221 or
» page 222 to the detachable ball head of the towing equipment » page 167 .
WARNING■
When towing, exercise increased caution.■Spiral tow ropes must not be used for towing » Fig. 226-  , the towing
eye may unscrew out of the vehicle - risk of accident.■
The tow rope should not be twisted - risk of accident.
CAUTION
■ Do not start engine by towing - there is a risk of damaging the engine parts.
The battery from another vehicle can be used as a jump-start aid » page 219,
Jump-starting .■
There is always a risk of excessive stresses and damage resulting at the
points to which you attach the tow rope or tow bar when you attempt to tow a
vehicle which is not standing on a paved road.
Note
We recommend using a tow rope from ŠKODA Original Accessories available
from a ŠKODA Partner.
Front towing eye
Fig. 227
Removing the cap / installing the towing eye
Read and observe
and on page 221 first.
Removing/installing the cap
›
Press on the cap in the direction of the arrow
1
» Fig. 227 .
›
Remove the cap in the direction of arrow
2
.
›
After unscrewing the towing eye, insert the cap in the area of arrow
1
and
then press the opposite side of the cap.
The cap must engage firmly. 
221Emergency equipment, and self-help

No.Consumer39Central locking front door - right, power windows - front and rear
right4012-Volt power socket41Not assigned42Central locking rear door - left, right, headlight washer system,
windscreen washer system43Visor for gas discharge bulbs, interior lighting44Towing hitch - contact in the socket45Operating the seat adjustment46230-Volt power socket47Rear window wiper48Not assigned49Coil on starter relay, clutch pedal switch50Opening the boot lid51Belt tensioner - front passenger side52Not assigned53Relay for rear window heater
Fuses in the engine compartment
Fig. 241
Removing the fuse box cover/fuses
Fig. 242
Cover for the fuse box in the en-
gine compartment: Plastic clip
for fuses
Read and observe and on page 227 first.
Replacing fuses
›
Press together the interlocks of the cover simultaneously in the direction of
the arrow
1
» Fig. 241 .
›
Remove the cover in the direction of the arrow
2
.
›
Replace the appropriate fuse.
›
Place the cover on top of the fusebox.
›
Push in the interlocks on the cover and lock.
CAUTION
The cover for the fuse box in the engine compartment must always be applied
correctly. Water may get into the fuse box if the cover is not replaced properly
- there is a risk of damage to the vehicle.
Assignment of fuses in the engine compartment
Read and observe
and on page 227 first.
No.Consumer1ESC, ABS2ESC, ABS3Engine control unit4Radiator fan, oil temperature sensor, air volume sensor, control
valve for fuel pressure, relay for electrical auxiliary heating, engine
components5Coil of the relay for the ignition system, coil of the CNG relay, en-
gine components6Brake sensor7Coolant pump, radiator shutter, engine components 229Fuses and light bulbs

No.Consumer8Lambda probe9Ignition, glow plug system, engine components10Fuel pump, ignition11Electrical auxiliary heating system12Electrical auxiliary heating system13Automatic gearbox14Windscreen heater - right15Horn16Ignition, fuel pump17ABS, ESC, motor control unit, relay coil for the heated windscreen18Databus, battery data module19Windscreen wipers20Alarm21Windscreen heater - left22Engine control unit23Starter24Electrical auxiliary heating system31Not assigned32Not assigned33Not assigned34Haldex clutch35Not assigned36Not assigned37Aux. heating38Not assigned
Bulbs
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Bulb arrangement in the headlights
231
Replacing the low beam bulb
231Change bulb for long-distance, daytime running lights and parking light
switch232
Change bulb for additional parking light
232
Change bulb for fog light switch - Variant 1
232
Change bulb for fog light switch - Variant 2
233
Replacing the bulb for the licence plate light
233
Rear Light
234
Replacing bulbs in the rear light - Variant 1
235
Replacing bulbs in the rear light - Variant 2
235
Some manual skills are required to change a bulb. For this reason, we recom-
mend having bulbs replaced by a specialist garage or seeking other expert help
in the event of any uncertainties.
▶ Switch off the ignition and the relevant lights before replacing a bulb.
▶ Faulty bulbs must only be replaced with the same type of bulbs. The designa-
tion is located on the light socket or the glass bulb.
A stowage compartment for replacement bulbs is located in a plastic box in
the spare wheel or underneath the floor covering in the luggage compartment.
We recommend having the headlight settings checked by a specialist garage
after replacing a bulb in the low, high or fog beam.
In case of failure of a xenon gas discharge lamp or an LED diode, visit a special- ist garage.
WARNING■ Always read and observe the warnings before completing any work in the
engine compartment » page 194.■
Accidents can be caused if the road in front of the vehicle is not suffi-
ciently illuminated and the vehicle cannot or can only be seen with difficul-
ty by other road users.
■
Bulbs H7 H8 and H15 are pressurised and may burst when changing the
bulb - risk of injury! We therefore recommended wearing gloves and safety
glasses when changing a bulb.
■
Do not carry out any work on the Xenon gas discharge lamps - risk of
death!
CAUTION
Do not take hold of the glass bulb with naked fingers (even the smallest
amount of dirt reduces the working life of the light bulb). Use a clean cloth,
napkin, or similar. 230Do-it-yourself

Avoiding damage to your vehicle134
B
Bags on the backs of the front seats
96
Ball head Check fitting
170
Ready position168
Ball rod Ready position
168
Battery In the remote control key
223
Belts11
Belt tensioners13
Bonnet Closing
195
Opening195
Boot Class N1 vehicles
107
See Boot lid59
Boot lid automatic locking
59
Closing59
Opening59
Brake information messages
32
warning light32
Brake Assist (HBA)137
Brake booster127
brake fluid specification
201
Brake fluid200
Checking200
information messages32
Brake linings warning light
36
Brake pedal (automatic transmission) Warning light
37
Brakes Brake booster127
Brake fluid200
Braking and stabilisation systems135
Handbrake127
Running-in132
Brakes and parking126
Brake system135
Braking Information on braking
126
Bulbs Replacing
230
Buttons in the doors electric window lifters
62
C
Camera Lens care
185
Camera lens care
185
Car computer see multifunction display
41
Care and maintenance178
Cargo element106
Caring for the vehicle exterior Towing hitch
186
Car park128
Car park ticket holder90
Carrier Roof rack
110
Cavity protection185
Central locking53
Problems57
Central locking button55
Change bulb for additional parking light
232
bulb for fog lights - Version 1232
bulb for fog lights - Version 2233
bulb for high beam232
bulb for the parking light232
bulb in the rear light - Version 1235
bulb in the rear light - Version 2235
daytime running light bulb232
light bulb in tail light234
Changing Engine oil
197
Wheels213
Changing a wheel Follow-up tasks
216
Preparation213
Changing wheels Wheel removal and fix
216
Charging a vehicle battery203
Check Fit ball head properly
170
Checking Battery electrolyte level
202
Brake fluid200
Coolant199
Engine oil198
Oil level198
Windscreen washer fluid196
Checks Statutory checks
178
Children and safety20
Child safety Side airbag
22
Child safety lock57
Child safety seat Use of child safety seats
22
Child seat Classification
22
ISOFIX23
on the front passenger seat21
TOP TETHER25
Use of ISOFIX child seats24
Chrome parts Refer to vehicle maintenance
184
Cigarette lighter92
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Disconnecting and reconnectingvehicle battery203
Display29
Compass points49
Coolant temperature29
Gear changes41
Natural gas reserve30
Petrol / Diesel reserve30
Service interval49
Disposal Acceptance and recycling of used vehicles
181
Distance driven30
Distance warning Warning light
40
Door Child safety lock
57
Closing57
Emergency locking224
Emergency locking the driver's door224
Opening57
Door warning40
double hooks103
Drive Driving through water
134
DriveGreen133
Driver Steering Recommendation (DSR)137
Driving Emissions
239
Fuel consumption239
through water134
Driving mode157
driving mode select Normal mode
157
Driving Mode Selection157
DSR137
E
ECO-TIP
49
Eco-tips49
Economical driving Tips132
EDL137
Electrical boot lid set the top position of the lid
61
Electric boot lid Force limit
60
Manual operation60
Electric luggage compartment lid Malfunctions
61
Operating60
Electric window lifter64
Window operation malfunctions64
Electric window lifters62
Buttons in the driver's door62
Electronic differential lock (EDL, XDS)137
Electronic immobilizer120
emergency replace battery in the remote control
223
Emergency Changing a wheel
213
Hazard warning light system73
Jump-starting219
Locking the door without a locking cylinder224
Locking the driver's door224
Selector lever-unlocking225
Switch off the engine by pressing a button123
Towing the using the tow hitch222
Towing the vehicle220
Tyre repair217
Unlocking the driver's door224
emergency equipment reflective vest
211
Emergency equipment Fire extinguisher
212
First aid kit211
Jack212
Vehicle tool kit212
Warning triangle211
Emissions239
Engine Running-in132
Warning messages37
Engine compartment194
Brake fluid200
Overview196
Vehicle battery201
Engine number236
engine oil specification
197
Engine oil197
Changing197
Checking198
Replenishing198
Warning light38
EPC Warning light
35
ESC Operation
136
Warning light34
ESC Sport136
Estate instrument Natural gas reserve display
30
Estate Instrument panel Petrol / Diesel reserve display
30
Exhaust inspection system Warning light
34
F
Fastening elements
101
Fatigue detection164
Function164
Information messages165
Films183
Fire extinguisher212
First aid kit211
Floor covering Fixing
103
in the luggage compartment103
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Luggage compartment lid59
Luggage net104
Luggage storage Multi-function pocket
107
M
Main beam
69
Warning light37
Maintenance see vehicle care
183
Manual air conditioning Air distribution control
115
Controls113
Manual gear changing see gear changing
128
Manually adjusting seats
82
Manually adjusting seats82
MAXI DOT display44
Lap timer48
Main menu45
Menu item assist systems48
Menu item Audio47
Menu item navigation46
Menu item telephone47
Operation45, 46
Stop watch48
MAXI DOT see MAXI DOT display
44
Maximum permissible weights
236
MCB138
Mechanical window lifter open and close
62
Mechanical window lifters61
Media AUX
99
see Infotainment4
USB99
Memory44
Memory Function for the seat84
Mirror Exterior mirrors
80
Interior mirror79
Make-up76
MODE button see driving mode selection
157
Modifications178
Modifications and technical alterations Airbags
180
Service179
Spoiler180
Multi-function display operation
42
Multi-function pocket107
Multi collision brake (MCB)138
Multifunction display Functions
41
Information42
Memory44
Multifunction steering wheel Operation
46
Multimedia AUX
99
USB99
Multimedia holder94
Handling99
N
N1
107
Nameplate236
Natural gas operation Warning light
37
Navigation see Infotainment
4
Net partition109
behind the front seats109
behind the rarer seats109
Removing and refitting the housing110
Nets102
NGVs see CNG
193
Notes for driving with a repaired tyre219
Notes on using wheels205
O
OFF ROAD
138
ABS140
EDS140
ESC140
hill descent assistant139
operation139
TCS140
OFF ROAD mode warning light
40
Oil See Engine oil
198
Warning messages38
Oil pressure Warning messages
38
On-board computer see multifunction display
41
Operating weight237
Operation in winter Diesel fuel
191
Vehicle battery202
Original accessories179
Overview Engine compartment
196
Warning lights31
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P
Park assist Departing from a parallel parking space
147
Information messages147
Parking146
Park Assist144
Automatic brake assist147
Operation145
Parking space search146
Parking128
Park Assist144
Parking aid140
Rear View Camera143
Parking aid140
Automatic system activation when moving for- ward
143
Function141
Parking assistance Activation / deactivation
142
Display in the Infotainment display142
Parking lights68
Park Pilot140
Park the vehicle see Parking
128
Part replacement178
Passive safety Before setting off
8
Driving safety8
Passive Safety8
Pedals128
Footmats128
Petrol see fuel
190
Phonebox91
Plastic parts184
Polishing vehicle paint work see vehicle care
183
Positioning the jack
215
Power limitsliding/tilting roof65
Power outlet 12 V
93
Power steering Warning light
33
Power windows61
Button in the front passenger door63
Button in the rear doors63
Practical equipment Reflective vest
211
Practical features 12-Volt power outlet
93
Pockets on the backs of the front seats96
Seat backrest with long cargo channel88
Waste container93
Proactive passenger protection160
Warning light35
ProActive passenger protection Function
160
Protective films183
Puncture repair kit217
R
Radiator fan
196
Radio see Infotainment
4
Radio remote control Auxiliary heating (heating and ventilation)
119
Raising the vehicle215
Rear-view mirror Exterior mirrors
80
Fold in passenger mirror80
Synchronous adjustment of the rear-view mir- ror
80
Rear fog light72
Warning light34
Rear mirror79
Rear View Camera143
Function keys144
Operation143
Orientation Lines144
Rear view mirror Interior mirror
79
Rear window - heater76
Refuelling189
Fuel189
Fuel - natural gas192
Remote control Locking
54
Replacing the battery223
Synchronisation process223
Unlocking54
Remote control key Replacing the battery
223
Removable through-loading bag98
Removing the bar ball, Step 1
170
bar ball, Step 2171
Repairs and technical alterations178
Replace the battery in the auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating) in the remote control
223
Replacing Bulb for the licence plate light
233
Bulbs230
Fuses226
Fuses – engine compartment229
Fuses – LHD227
Fuses – RHD227
Low beam bulb231
Rear window wiper blade226
Vehicle battery203
windscreen wiper blades225
Replenishing Coolant
200
Engine oil198
Windscreen washer fluid196
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Reversing cameraLens care185
Revolutions counter29
Roller blind Luggage compartment cover
105
Roof Load
112
Roof rack110
mounting points111
Roof load112
Stowing in the luggage compartment111
Rubber seals184
Running-in Brake linings
132
Engine132
Tyres132
S
SAFE See Safe securing system
56
SAFELOCK See Safe securing system
56
Safe securing system56
Safety8
Child safety20
Child safety seats20
Correct seated position8
Head restraints82
ISOFIX23
TOP TETHER25
Saving electrical energy132
Saving fuel132
Seals Vehicle care
184
Seat belt height adjustment
12
warning light32
Warning light37
Seat belts11
Belt tensioners13
fastening and unfastening13
Seatbelts Inertia reels
13
Seat belts The physical principle of a head-on collision
12
Seat features85
Seats Folding front passenger seat
86
Front armrest86
Head restraints82
Heating85
Memory Function of the electrically adjustable seat
84
Rear armrest86
Seat backrests87
Storing in memory of remote control key84
Seats and head restraint81
see automatic gearbox Manual shifting of gears on the multifunctionsteering wheel
130
see Instrument cluster see Instrument cluster
28
Select drive mode Individual mode settings
159
Mode selection and Infotainment display159
Select driving mode Eco mode
158
Individual mode158
Off-road mode158
Sport mode157
Selector lever Refer to Selector lever
129
Selector lever lock Warning light
37
Service179
Service interval display49
Warning light40
Setting Positions of the variable loading floor108
Seat belt height12
seats and head restraints81
Settings Interior mirror
79
Setting the Clock
31
Side airbag17
sliding/tilting roof Sunblind
66
Sliding/tilting roof Closing
65
Sliding / tilting roof Malfunction
66
Malfunction of the sun blind66
Sliding/tilting roof Opening and tilting
65
Operation65
SmartGate Connection by searching for a Wi-Fi network
51
introductory information50
Password/PIN code change52
Setting52
Wi-Fi Direct51
SmartLink see Infotainment
4
Snow chains209
Sockets 230 V
97
Spare wheel207, 208
Remove213
stow213
Speed symbol see Wheels
208
Spoiler180
Stabilisation system135
Stability Control (ESC)136
Staring engine Jump-starting
219
257Index