2015 SKODA OCTAVIA tow

Manually deactivating/activating the systemFig. 146
Button for the START-STOP sys-
tem
Deactivating/activating
›
Press the symbol button 
» Fig. 146 .
When system is deactivated, the warning light in the button illuminates.
If the system is turned off, it will be automatically reactivated after turning the
ignition off and on.
Note
■ If the system is deactivated when the engine is turned off automatically,
then the automatic start process takes place.■
Selecting the driving mode Eco when the system is deactivated will automat-
ically activate the system » page 157, Selection of the driving mode (Driving
Mode Selection) .
Information messages
The information messages are shown in the instrument cluster display.
Start the engine manually!START MANUALLY
If for example the driver's seat belt is stored, the engine must be started man-
ually.
On vehicles with the starter button, the ignition is turned off by the first press
of the starter button; the start process is only initiated when the button is
pressed for the second time.
Error: start-stop systemSTART STOP ERROR
A system error is present. Seek help from a specialist garage.
Brakes and parking
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Information on braking
126
Handbrake
127
Parking
128WARNING■ Greater physical effort for braking is required when the engine is switch-
ed off – risk of accident!■
During the braking procedure on a vehicle with manual transmission,
when the vehicle is in gear and at low revs, press the clutch pedal. Other-
wise, the functionality of the brake system may be impaired – risk of acci-
dent!
■
When leaving the vehicle never leave persons leave unattended in the
vehicle who could release the brake. The vehicle might then move off – risk of accident!
■
Observe the recommendations on the new brake pads » page 132.
CAUTION
Never let the brakes slip with light pressure on the pedal if braking is not nec-
essary. This causes the brakes to overheat and can also result in a longer brak-
ing distance and excessive wear.
Information on braking
Read and observe
and on page 126 first.
Wear-and-tear
The wear of the brake pads is dependent on the operating conditions and driv-
ing style.
The brake pads wear more quickly if a lot of journeys are completed in towns
and over short distances or if a very sporty style of driving is adopted.
If operated under severe conditions , the thickness of the brake pads must be
checked by a specialist garage between service appointments as well. 
126Driving

The gearshift indicator must be observed when changing gear » page 41.
Switching to manual shifting›
Push the gear selector from position D/S towards the right, or left in a right-
hand drive vehicle.
When switching to the manual shifting while driving, the current gear is main-
tained.
Shifting up gears
›
Push the selector lever forwards
+
» Fig. 151 .
›
Pull the paddle +
» Fig. 151 briefly towards the steering wheel.
Shifting down gears
›
Push the selector lever backwards
-
» Fig. 151 .
›
Pull the paddle -
» Fig. 151 briefly towards the steering wheel.
Temporarily switching to manual shifting in position D/S
›
Pull one of the -/+ paddles
» Fig. 151 briefly towards the steering wheel .
If you do not pull one of the rocker switches -
/+ for more than 1 Minute, man-
ual shifting of gears is deactivated. The temporary switch to manual gear shift-
ing can also be deactivated by pulling the +
paddle towards the steering
wheel for more than 1 second.
Note
■ It may be beneficial, for example, when travelling downhill, to use manual
shifting of gears. Shifting to a lower gear reduces the load on the brakes and
hence the wear of the brakes » page 126.■
When accelerating, the gearbox automatically shifts up into the higher gear
just before the maximum permissible engine speed is reached.
■
If a lower gear is selected, the gearbox does not shift down until there is no
risk of the engine overrevving.
Starting-off and driving
Read and observe
and on page 129 first.
Starting off
›
Start the engine.
›
Firmly depress and hold the brake pedal.
›
Press the lock button in the direction of
1
» Fig. 150 on page 130 and hold.
›Move the selector lever into the desired position
» page 129 and then release
the lock button.›
Release the brake pedal and accelerate.
Stopping (while the car is moving)
›
Depress the brake pedal and bring the vehicle to a stop.
›
Keep holding the brake pedal until driving is resumed.
The selector lever position N does not have to be selected when stopping for a
short time, such as at a cross roads.
Kickdown
The kickdown function allows you to achieve the maximum acceleration of
your vehicle while driving.
When the accelerator pedal is fully depressed, the kickdown function is activa-
ted in any forward driving mode.
The gearbox shifts down one or more gears depending on the vehicle speed
and engine speed, and the vehicle accelerates.
The gearbox does not shift up into the highest gear until the engine has
reached its maximum revolutions for this gear range.
Driving in neutral position in mode E (free-wheel)
›
Move the selector lever into the position D/S.
›
Select the driving mode Eco or Individual (Drive - Eco) » page 157, Selection
of the driving mode (Driving Mode Selection) .
›
Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal (the speed is higher than 20
km/h).
The vehicle moves without the braking effect of the engine.
The gear is selected again automatically, when you briefly depress the acceler- ator brake pedal or pull the left rocker switch -
towards the steering wheel
» page 130 , Manual shifting of gears (Tiptronic) .
This function is not available when towing a trailer or when another accessory
is connected to the trailer socket.
Launch control 1)
The launch control function allows the vehicle in mode S or Tiptronic to reach
its maximum acceleration when starting off.
›
Disable the TCS » page 135, Braking and stabilisation systems .
1)
This function is only valid for some engines.
131Starting-off and Driving

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

FunctionFig. 157
Installation position of the sensors on the left side of the vehicle:
front/rear
Fig. 158
Sampled areas and range of the
sensors
Read and observe and on page 140 first.
The system uses ultrasound waves to calculate the distance between the
bumper and an obstacle. Depending on the vehicle equipment, the ultrasonic
sensors are located in the back or in the front bumper » Fig. 157.
Depending on the equipment, the following system versions can exist
» Fig. 158 .
▶ Version 1: warns of obstacles in the areas
C
,
D
.
▶ Version 2: warns of obstacles in the regions
A
,
B
,
C
,
D
.
▶ Version 3: warns of obstacles in the regions
A
,
B
,
C
,
D
,
E
.
Approximate range of sensors (in cm)Area » Fig. 158Version 1
(4 sensors)Version 2
(8 sensors)Version 3
(12 sensors)A-120120B-6090C160160160D606090E--90
Audible signals
The interval between the acoustic signals becomes shorter as the clearance is
reduced. A continuous tone sounds from a distance of approx. 30 cm - danger
area. From this moment on do not continue driving!
The acoustic signals can be set in the Infotainment » Owner´s Manual , chap-
ter CAR - Vehicle Settings .
Towing a trailer
When towing, or when another accessory is connected to the trailer socket on-
ly the areas
A
and
B
» Fig. 158 are active in the system.
Note
■
If not all fields around vehicles with Version 3 are shown after the system is
activated, the vehicle will need to be moved a few metres forwards or back-
wards.■
The signal tones for front obstacle recognition are factory-set to be higher
than for rear obstacle recognition.
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Special driving conditionsFig. 172
Special conditions: Cornering / narrow vehicles or vehicles travel-
ling side by side
Fig. 173
Special conditions: Lane changes of other vehicles / stationary
vehicles
Read and observe
on page 150 first.
The following and similar situations require special attention of the driver.
When cornering
When driving around long bends the ACC may respond to a vehicle in the adja-
cent lane » Fig. 172 -
 . Your own vehicle is regulated with respect to this vehi-
cle and will no longer respond to the vehicle ahead.
In such cases, control should be disabled by accelerating, applying the brake or
pressing the button on the operating lever . 
» Fig. 171 on page 152 .
Narrow vehicles or vehicles travelling side by side
Narrow vehicles or vehicles travelling side by side are not detected by the ra-
dar sensor until they are within the sensor's range » Fig. 172 - 
.
If necessary, slow down the car by applying the brake.
Other vehicles changing lanes
Vehicles that change onto the lane with a small proximity » Fig. 173 - 
do not
have to be detected by the radar sensor in time. The result may be a delayed
ACC response.
If necessary, slow down the car by applying the brake.
Stationary vehicles
The ACC does not detect stationary objects! When a vehicle detected by the
ACC turns or sheers off and there is a stationary vehicle in front of this vehicle,
» Fig. 173 -
 the ACC does not respond to the stationary vehicle.
In such cases, take over the steering and stop the vehicle by applying the foot
brake.
When overtaking
When your vehicle is being controlled (the speed is lower than that which is
stored) and the indicator is activated, the ACC interprets this situation as
meaning that the driver intends to overtake. The ACC automatically acceler-
ates the vehicle, thereby reducing the proximity to a vehicle ahead.
If the vehicle changes to the fast lane and no vehicle is detected ahead, the
ACC accelerates until the set speed is reached and then keeps it constant.
Acceleration can be cancelled at any time by touch on the brake pedal or
pressing the button  on the lever
» Fig. 171 on page 152 .
Vehicles with special load or special body parts
Other vehicles with a load or with body parts protruding from the sides, back
or top of the vehicle contour may not be detected by the ACC.
Control should therefore be disabled whenever you are driving behind or over-
taking such a vehicle.
Towing a trailer
When towing, or in when another accessory is connected to the trailer socket
the ACC control is set with a lower rate. The manner of driving should there-
fore be adapted to this limitation.154Driving

The system should only be disabled in exceptional cases » .
The system can be activated or deactivated in one of two ways. ▶ In the instrument cluster display » page 48, Menu itemAssist systems
.
▶ Infotainment » Owner´s Manual Infotainment , chapter CAR - vehicle set-
tings .
The following functions can be activated or deactivated separately in infotain-
ment. ▶ Distance warning
▶ Advance warning
f the distance-warning function was deactivated before switching off the igni-
tion, it remains deactivated after switching on the ignition.
WARNINGIn the following situations, Front Assist should be switched off for safety
reasons.■
When the vehicle is being towed away.
■
When the vehicle is on a rolling test bench.
■
If an unfounded warning was issued or a system action carried out.
■
When on a truck, car ferry or similar.
Information messages
Read and observe
and on page 155 first.
The information messages are shown in the instrument cluster display.
Front Assist: no sensor view.
The sensor is soiled or covered.
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine and clean the sensor or remove the ob-
stacle causing the lack of visibility » page 135, Radar sensor .
If after engine start the message persists, then the help of a professional or-
ganisation is required.
Front Assist not available.
The system is not available for an unknown reason.
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine and then start it again.
If after engine start the message persists, then the help of a professional or- ganisation is required.
Selection of the driving mode (Driving Mode Selection)
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Normal157Sport
mode
157Eco
mode
158Individual
mode
158Off-road
mode
158
Mode selection and Infotainment display
159Individual
mode settings
159
By selecting the driving mode, the driving behaviour can be adapted to the de-
sired mode of operation.
The following modes of operation are available
Normal
,
Sport
,
Eco
,
Individual
and
Off-road
.
The mode
Off-road
is only available on the vehicles Octavia SCOUT.
WARNINGThe general information relating to the use of assistance systems must be
observed » page 135, in section Introduction .
Normal
Read and observe on page 157 first.
This mode is suitable for a conventional driving.
Sport
mode
Read and observe
on page 157 first.
This mode is suitable for a sporty driving.
Selecting this mode primarily affects the function of the following systems.
Steering
The power steering is reduced slightly, i.e., the driver needs to exert more
force for steering . 
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Engine / drive
The vehicle acceleration is more dynamic than in Normal
mode.
Front axle differential lock
The driving force distribution between the front wheels is adapted to the spor-
ty driving style.
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
The acceleration is quicker than in
Normal
mode with distance control
» page 150 .
Xenon headlight
The headlamps adapt to the driving style more dynamically than in mode
Nor-mal
» page 70 .
ProActive passenger protection
The first level of protection is deactivated » page 160.
Engine noise
The engine noise is noticeable in the interior more intensely than in
Normal
mode.
Eco
mode
Read and observe
on page 157 first.
This mode is suitable for a relaxed style of driving and helps to save fuel.
Selecting this mode primarily affects the function of the following systems.
Engine / drive
Vehicle acceleration is more relaxed than in
Normal
mode.
The recommended gear is controlled such to achieve the lowest possible fuel
consumption » page 41.
When the START-STOP system was deactivated manually » page 124, it is au-
tomatically activated.
The automatic gearbox is set automatically to mode E » page 129 .
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
Acceleration occurs more relaxed than in
Normal
» page 150 mode with distance
control.
Xenon headlight
The system is in economic mode » page 70. The headlamps are in basic setting
and do not adapt to the direction of travel.
Air conditioning (Climatronic)
The air conditioning is controlled so as to save energy. For this reason, for ex-
ample, it may take longer to reach the desired interior temperature in modeNormal
.
Note
■ The mode Eco is not available when towing a trailer or when another acces-
sory is connected to the trailer socket. If the vehicle is in drive mode Eco
and a
trailer is hitched up or another accessory is connected, the vehicle is automati-
cally set to the driving mode
Normal
.
■
The maximum vehicle acceleration (kick down function) is possible also in
driving mode
Eco
.
Individual
mode
Read and observe
on page 157 first.
In the mode
Individual
each system can be set independently » page 159,
Individ-ual
mode settings .
Off-road
mode
Read and observe
on page 157 first.
The mode
Off-road
is suitable for driving outside paved roads.
Further information » page 138, OFF ROAD-mode .
Note
The mode Off-road is deactivated after switching off and switching on the igni-
tion and the mode Normal
is set automatically.158Driving

WARNING■The general information relating to the use of assistance systems must
be observed » page 135, in section Introduction .■
Vertical traffic signs must always take precedence over the traffic signs
shown in the display. The driver is always responsible for correctly assess-
ing the traffic situation.
■
Traffic signs may not be recognised at all by the system, or may be recog-
nised incorrectly. As a result, the traffic signs may not be displayed at all, or
the wrong one may appear.
■
On the system side, only a traffic sign display is undertaken, neither a
warning when limit is exceeded or driving speed adjustment is undertaken!
■
Speed specifications on the displayed road signs refer to the country-spe-
cific speed units. For example, the display 
on the display can therefore
refer to km/h or mph depending on the country.
Note
The system is only available in some countries.
Function
Fig. 181
Camera viewing range for traffic
sign recognition
Fig. 182
Display in the instrument cluster: Display examples
Read and observe
on page 163 first.
Description of indications and displayed traffic signs
Display » Fig. 182Display of detected traffic signs in the menu item Driving data → Road signAdditional display (monochromatic display)Additional display (colour display)
The system can display in the display the following recognized traffic sign.
▶ Speed limits.
▶ Overtaking prohibited.
Additional signs, such as 'when wet' or signs which only apply for a limited
time can also be displayed.
The system works on the basis of the data captured by the camera and is only
able to show traffic signs which are in the camera's “viewing range” » Fig. 181.
Data from the camera is supplemented by information from the Infotainment
Navigation. This is the reason why traffic signs with maximum speeds can also
be shown on sections of roads which do not have any traffic signs.
Mode when towing a trailer
For vehicles with a factory-fitted towing device the display for the trailer oper- ation applicable road signs can be enabled or disabled in the Infotainment dis-
play » Owner´s Manual Infotainment , chapter CAR - vehicle Settings .
The system may not be available or may only be available to a limited extent
in the following situations.
▶ Poor visibility conditions, e.g. fog, heavy rain, thick snowfall.
▶ The camera is blinded by the sun.
▶ The camera is blinded by the oncoming traffic. 
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