2015 SKODA OCTAVIA warning

Automatic operation of the lamp – position 
The system is turned on when any of the following is present.
▶ The vehicle is unlocked.
▶ One of the doors is opened.
▶ The ignition key is removed.
The system is turned off when any of the following is present.
▶ The vehicle is locked.
▶ The ignition is switched on.
▶ About 30 seconds after all the doors have been closed.
Rear interior lights
Fig. 62
Rear interior lights: Version 1 / version 2
Fig. 63
Rear interior lights: Version 3
Switch for rear lights (variant 1) » Fig. 62 -

Switching on/off
Switch for rear lights (variant 2) » Fig. 62 - 
Switching left reading lamp on/off
Switching right reading lamp on/off
Positions of the lens of the rear lights (variant 3) » Fig. 63
Switching on
Automatic operation (centre position) 1)
Switching off
The rear lights - variant 1/variant 2 are operated together with the front lights.
▶ When the front interior lighting is switched on, the rear interior lighting also
turns on automatically.
▶ When the front interior lighting is switched off, the rear interior lighting can
be turned on/off as required.
Front door warning light
Fig. 64
Front door warning light
The warning light » Fig. 64 turns on when the front door is opened.
The warning light turns off when the front door is closed.
There is a reflector installed here on some vehicles instead.
Entry space lighting
The lighting is positioned on the bottom edge of the exterior mirror and can
illuminate the entry area of the front door.
The light turns off after the vehicle is unlocked or the front door opens, de-
pending on external conditions and the particular vehicle equipment. 
1)
In this position, apply the same rules to the rear interior light as for the front interior light
» page 74.
75Lights and visibility

The lighting switches off around 30 seconds after the front door is closed or
the ignition is switched on.WARNINGIf the entry light is on, do not touch its cover – risk of burns!
Visibility
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Windscreen and rear window heater
76
Sun visors in the front
76
Sun screen
77WARNINGMake sure that the view outside is not covered by ice, snow, mist or other
objects.
Windscreen and rear window heater
Fig. 65
Buttons for the front and rear window heater: manual air condi-
tioning, heating / Climatronic
Read and observe
on page 76 first.
The heating for quick defrosting and ventilation of the front /and rear window.
The heating can be activated with the ignition on.
The heating is turned on after the engine has started.
Buttons for the heating in the centre console (depending on vehicle equip-
ment) » Fig. 65
Activate/deactivate the heated rear window
Activate/deactivate the windshield heating
When the heater is activated, a lamp illuminates inside or below the button.
The heater automatically switches off after approximately 10 minutes.
If the engine is switched off when the heating is on and turned back on again
within 10 minutes, the heating is continued.
Note
■ If the on-board voltage decreases, the heating switches off automatically
» page 204 , Automatic load deactivation .■
If the light within or below the button flashes, the radiator will not work be-
cause of the low state of the battery.
■
If the Climatronic recognises that the windshield could fog up, the windshield
heating is automatically switched on. This function can be activated/deactiva-
ted in the Infotainment » Owner´s Manual Infotainment , chapter CAR - vehicle
settings .
Sun visors in the front
Fig. 66
Fold down visor / flip up visor / make-up mirror and Park Memo
Holder
Read and observe
on page 76 first.
Operation and description of the sun visor » Fig. 66
Fold down the cover
Swivel cover towards the door 
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Make-up mirror with cover (the cover can be pushed in the direction of the
arrow)
Parking ticket holderWARNINGWhen objects are attached to the sun visor, the visor can not be pivoted to
the side windows. This might result in injuries to the occupants if the head
airbag is deployed.
Sun screen
Fig. 67
Sun screen
Read and observe on page 76 first.
The sun screen is located in a housing on the luggage compartment cover.
Extending
›
Pull the sun screen on the handle
B
» Fig. 67 and hang it in the holder
A
.
Retracting
›
Remove the sun blind from the handle
B
» Fig. 67 out of the bracket and
hold it in such a way that it can roll up slowly into the housing without being
damaged.
Windscreen wipers and washers
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Windscreen wipers and washers
78
Headlight cleaning system
78ABThe windscreen wipers and the wash system only operate if the ignition is
switched on and the bonnet and boot are closed.
Winter setting of the windscreen wiper
If the windscreen wipers are in rest position, they cannot be folded out from
the windscreen. For this reason we recommend adjusting the windscreen wip-
ers in winter so that they can be folded out from the windscreen easily.
▶ Switch on the windscreen wipers.
▶ Switch off the ignition.
The windscreen wipers remain in the position in which they were when
switching off the ignition.
The service position can also be used as a winter position » page 225.WARNING■
Properly maintained windscreen wiper blades are essential for clear visi-
bility and safe driving » page 225.■
Do not use the windscreen washer system at low temperatures, without
heating the windscreen beforehand. Otherwise the window washer fluid
could freeze on the windscreen and restrict the view to the front.
CAUTION
■ In cold temperatures and during the winter, check before switching on the
ignition that the wiper blades are not frozen to the windscreen. If the wind-
screen wipers are switched on when the blades are frozen to the windscreen,
this may damage both the blades and windscreen wiper motor!■
Carefully peel frozen wiper blades off the pane.
■
Remove snow and ice from the windscreen wipers before driving.
■
If the windscreen wipers are handled carelessly, there is a risk of damage to
the windscreen.
■
Do not switch on the ignition if the front wiper arms are retracted. The wiper
arms could damage the paint on the bonnet.
■
If there is an obstacle on the windscreen, the wiper will try to push away the
obstacle. The wiper stops automatically after 5 attempts to eliminate the ob-
stacle, in order to avoid a damage to the wiper. Remove the obstacle and
switch the wiper on again. 
77Lights and visibility

The headlight washer system works under the following conditions.The ignition is switched on.
The low beam is switched on.
The outside temperature is about -12° C to +39° C.
To ensure the correct functioning of the system, even in winter, this needs to be regularly cleared of snow and ice, e.g. free with a de-icing spray.
Rear mirror
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Interior mirror dimming
79
Exterior mirrors
80WARNING■ Convex (curved outward) or aspheric exterior mirrors increase the field of
vision. They do, however, make objects appear smaller in the mirror. These
mirrors are therefore only of limited use for estimating distances to the fol-
lowing vehicles.■
Whenever possible use the interior mirror for estimating the distances to
the following vehicles.
WARNINGThe mirrors with automatic dimming contain an electrolyte liquid which can
escape if mirror glass is broken.■
The leaking electrolytic fluid can irritate the skin, eyes and breath appara-
tus.
■
If your eyes or skin come into contact with the electrolytic fluid, immedi-
ately wash the affected area for a few minutes long with a lot of water. If
necessary get medical assistance.
Interior mirror dimmingFig. 69
Interior mirror: manual dimming/auto-dimming/light sensor
Read and observe
on page 79 first.
Mirrors with manual dimming » Fig. 69
Basic position of the mirror
Mirror blackout
Mirror with automatic dimming » Fig. 69
Warning light - lights when dimming is activated
Switch for the activation of the automatic mirror dimming
Light sensor
Light sensor on the back of the mirror
Mirror with automatic dimming
If the automatic dimming is enabled, the mirror dims automatically depending
on the light falling on the sensors.
When the interior lights are switched on or the reverse gear is engaged, the
mirror always moves back into the basic position (not dimmed).
Do not attach external devices (e.g. navigation systems) on to the windscreen
or in the vicinity of the interior mirror »
.
WARNING■
The illuminated display of an external navigation device can lead to op-
erational faults to the automatic dimming interior mirror – risk of accident.■
The automatic dimming mirror only functions smoothly if the light falling
on the sensors is not impaired, e.g. by the rear sun roller blind.
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Exterior mirrorsFig. 70
Exterior mirror operation
Read and observe on page 79 first.
The rotary knob can be moved into the following positions (depending on ve-
hicle equipment)
Adjust the left mirror
Adjust the right mirror
Switch off mirror control
Mirror heater
Fold in both mirrors housings, to fold back move the knob to another posi-
tion
The mirror heating only works when the engine is running.
Adjust the position
The mirror can be adjusted to the desired position by moving the knob in the
direction of the arrow » Fig. 70.
The movement of the mirror surface is identical to the movement of the rotary
knob.
If the electrical mirror setting fails at any time, the mirrors can be adjusted by
hand by pressing on the edge of the mirror surface.
Synchronous adjustment of the mirror
›
The synchronous adjustment of the mirrors is activated in the Infotainment
» Owner´s Manual Infotainment , chapter CAR - vehicle settings .
›
Turn the knob for the mirror control to the position for the driver mirror ad-
justment.
›
Adjust the mirror to the desired position.
Automatically folding in and folding back both exterior mirrors
The exterior mirrors are automatically collapsed after locking the vehicle in the
park position.
The exterior mirrors are folded out automatically after unlocking the vehicle in
the driving position.
Automatic folding in / out of both mirror housings can be activated or deactiva-
ted in the Infotainment » Owner´s Manual Infotainment , chapter CAR - vehicle
settings .
Mirror with automatic dimming
The exterior mirror blackout is controlled together with the automatic dimming
interior mirror » page 79.
Memory function for mirrors
Applies to vehicles with electrically adjustable driver's seat.
It is possible to save the current setting of the exterior mirror when saving the
driver's seat position with » page 84, Memory Function of the electrically ad-
justable seat or » page 84 , Memory function of the remote control key .
Fold in passenger's mirror
Applies to vehicles with electrically adjustable driver's seat.
The passenger-side mirror can be tilted to the stored position to improve the
view to the curb when reversing.
Operating conditions. The function is activated in Infotainment » Owner´s Manual Infotainment ,
chapter CAR - vehicle settings .
The mirror setting has been previously stored, » page 84, Memory Func-
tion of the electrically adjustable seat or » page 84 , Memory function of
the remote control key .
The reverse gear is engaged.
The knob for the mirror control is in the position for the passenger mirror
adjustment.
The mirror returns to its initial position after the rotary knob is put into anoth-
er position or if the speed is more than 15 km/h.WARNINGDo not touch the exterior mirror surfaces, if the exterior mirror heating is
switched on - hazard of burning. 80Using the system

CAUTION■Never adjust exterior mirrors with the fold-in function  by hand - risk of
damaging the electric mirror actuator!■
When the mirror is swung by external influences (due to impact during ma-
noeuvring, for example), then first fold-in the mirror by turning the knob and
wait for a loud clapping noise.
Seats and head restraints
Seats and head restraints
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Manually adjusting seats
82
Adjusting the front seats electronically
82
Head restraints - adjusting height
82
Headrests - removing and installing
83
Memory Function of the electrically adjustable seat
84
Memory function of the remote control key
84WARNING■ Only adjust the driver's seat when the vehicle is stationary – risk of acci-
dent!■
Caution when adjusting the seat! You may suffer injuries or bruises as a
result of adjusting the seat without paying proper attention.
■
The electric front seat adjustment is functional even with the ignition off.
Therefore, when leaving the vehicle, never leave people who are not com-
pletely independent, such as children, unattended in the vehicle - there is a
danger of injury!
■
Do not transport any objects on the front passenger seat except objects
(e.g. child safety seat) provided for this purpose – risk of accident!
Note
■ After a certain time, play can develop within the adjustment mechanism of
the backrest angle.■
For safety reasons, it is not possible to store the seat position in the electric
seat memory and remote control key memory if the inclination angle of the
seat backrest is more than 102° in relation to the seat cushion.
■
Each time you store the position of the electrically adjustable driver's seat
and exterior mirrors, the existing setting is deleted.
81Seats and head restraints

Fig. 74
Rear headrest: moving up/down
Read and observe
on page 81 first.
Adjust front support
›
Press and hold the safety button
A
» Fig. 73 .
›
Move the supports into the required position.
Adjust rear support
›
Grasp the restraint and move upwards in the direction of
1
» Fig. 74 .
›
In order to push the supports downward, press the safety button
B
in the
direction of arrow
2
and hold down.
›
Press in the support in the direction of arrow
3
.
WARNINGPlease note the following points about the headrest settings » page 8, Cor-
rect and safe seated position .
Note
■
The middle rear head restraint is only adjustable in two positions.■In sports seats, the headrests are integrated into the seat backrests and can-
not be adjusted in height.Headrests - removing and installingFig. 75
Rear headrests: removing/fitting
Read and observe
on page 81 first.
Only the real head restraints may be removed or installed.
Before removing and fitting the headrests, fold the corresponding seat back-
rest forward slightly » page 87.
Removing
›
Pull the head restraint out of the seat backrest as far as the stop.
›
Press the locking button
A
in the direction of arrow
1
» Fig. 75 , while at
the same time using a flat screwdriver with a max. width of 5 mm to press
the securing button in opening
B
in the direction of arrow
2
.
›
Remove the restraint in the direction of arrow
3
.
Fitting
›
Push the support in the headrest in the direction of arrow
4
until the lock-
ing button clicks into place.
WARNINGPlease note the following points about the headrest settings » page 8, Cor-
rect and safe seated position .
CAUTION
Store the head restraints that were removed in such a way that they cannot
be damaged or soiled.
Note
In sports seats, the headrests are integrated into the seat backrests and can-
not be removed.83Seats and head restraints

When the vehicle is next unlocked using the same key, the driver's seat and
the external mirrors assume the positions stored in the memory of this key.
Saving front passenger mirror settings for reversing
The function of lowering the passenger mirror surface when reversing must be
enabled in Infotainment » Infotainment Owner´s Manual , chapter CAR - Vehi-
cle Settings .›
Unlock the vehicle with the relevant remote control key.
›
Switch on the ignition.
›
Turn the knob for the external mirror control to the position for the passen-
ger side mirror adjustment » page 80.
›
Engage reverse gear.
›
Adjust the front passenger's mirror to the desired position.
›
Disengage reverse gear.
The adjusted position of the exterior mirror is stored in the remote control key
memory.
Disable the function of automatic storage
›
Unlock the vehicle with the remote control key.
›
Press the  button (Position
A

» Fig. 76 on page 84 ) and hold.
›
Press the button  on the remote control key within 10 seconds.
The successful deactivation of the automatic storage function for each key is confirmed by an acoustic signal.
Stopping the ongoing adjustment
›
Press any button on the driver's seat or the button  on the remote control
key.
Seat features
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Seat heaters
85
Front armrest setting
86
Rear armrest setting
86
Folding front passenger seat
86
Seat backrests
87
Long cargo channel in the rear seat backrest
88Seat heatersFig. 77
Buttons for heating the front seats/rear seats
The seat backrests and surfaces of the front seats and the outer rear seats
can be heated electrically.
The seat heating can only be switched on when the engine is running.
Buttons for the seat heating » Fig. 77
Left seat heating
Right seat heating
Switching on
›
Press the button  or

» Fig. 77 .
Pressing once switches the seat heating on at its maximum level.
With repeated pressing of the switch, the intensity of the heating is reduced
until it is switched off.
The level of the seat heating is indicated by the number of illuminated warning
lights underneath/in the switch.
If the engine is switched off and then turned on again within 10 mins with the
driver seat heating switched, then the driver's seat heating is automatically
turned on again. 
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