2015 SKODA OCTAVIA airbag disable

 Engine performance check (petrol engine)Read and observe
on page 32 first.
 illuminates – there is a fault in the engine management system. The system
makes possible operation emergency mode - there may be a noticeable reduc-
tion in engine performance.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
 Safety systems
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
System fault
 illuminates - there is a fault in the airbag system.
Error: airbagAIRBAG ERROR
Seek help from a specialist garage.
The front passenger airbag has been disabled with the key switch
 Illuminates for around 4 seconds after the ignition has been switched on.

 under the letters


 in the middle of the dash panel illumi-
nates after switching on the ignition » page 19.
One of the airbags or a belt tensioner has been disabled by the diagnostic
tool
 illuminates for approximately 4 seconds after the ignition is switched on
and then flashes for approximately 12 seconds.
Airbag/ belt tensioner deactivated.AIRBAG/ BELT TENSIONER OFF
ProActive passenger protection
 illuminates and the following message is shown in the information cluster
display.
Proactive passenger protection not available.PROACTIVE PASSENGER PROTECT NOT AVAIL
or
Proactive passenger protection: funct. restricted.LIMITED PROACTIVE PASSENGER PROTECTThe seat belt for the driver and front passenger needs to be replaced. Seek
help from a specialist garage.WARNINGWhen a fault in the airbag system occurs, there is a risk of the system not
being triggered in the event of an accident. Therefore, this must be
checked immediately by a specialized garage.
 Tyre pressure
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
Change of tyre pressure values
 illuminates – there was a pressure change in one of the tyres.
An audible signal sounds as a warning.
›
Immediately reduce speed and avoid sudden steering and braking manoeu-
vres.
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Stop the vehicle, turn the ignition off and check the tyres and their inflation
pressure » page 205 .
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Correct the tyre pressure if necessary or replace the affected wheel
» page 213 or use the repair kit » page 217.
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Store the tyre pressure values in the system » page 165.
System fault
 flashes for approximately 1 minute and remains lit – there may be a fault in
the tyre pressure monitoring system.
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Stop the vehicle, turn the ignition off and start the engine again.
If the warning light  flashes after starting the engine again, there is a system
error.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
Disconnecting the vehicle battery
If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the indicator
light  comes on after switching on the ignition.
The warning light should go out after driving a short distance.
If, after a short drive, the indicator light does not go out, there is a system er-
ror.
Seek help from a specialist garage. 
35Instruments and warning lights

Index
A
abroad lead-free petrol
190
Abroad Headlights
74
ABS Operation
136
Warning light34
ACC150
Control symbol32
Warning lights40
Acceptance and recycling of used vehicles181
Accessories178
Adaptive cruise control automatic stop-start
151
Information messages155
Operation150
Operation Overview152
Set/change the desired speed.153
special driving conditions154
Start control152
Stop/resume control152
Adaptive Cruise Control150
Radar sensor135
Set the clearance level153
Warning lights40
Adaptive headlight see xenon headlight
70
Adjust Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and ventila-tion)
118
Adjusting Exterior mirrors
80
head restraints82
seats82
Steering wheel9
the seats electronically82
Adjusting the seats8
Adjusting the seats electronically82
Adjustment Headlight beam
68
Advance warning/emergency braking Warning light
40
AHL see xenon headlight
70
Air-conditioning system Air outlet vents
116
Airbag14
Deactivating19
Deactivating the front passenger airbag19
Deployment15
Front airbag15
Head airbag18
Knee airbag17
Modifications and damage to the airbag system 180
Side airbag
17
Warning light35
Airbag system14
Air conditioning112
Air distribution control115
Climatronic114
Manual air conditioning113
Air distribution control115
Air outlet vents116
Alarm Enable/disable
58
Switch off58
Trailer177
Triggering58
Alcantara cleaning
187
Anodized parts Refer to vehicle maintenance
184
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)136
Anti-theft alarm system Enable/disable
58
Trailer177
Anti-theft wheel bolts214
Armrest Front
86
Rear86
artificial leather187
Ashtray92
Assembling the bar ball, Step 1
169
bar ball, Step 2169
Assistance systems OFF ROAD-mode
138
Assistance Systems High-beam assistant
71
Assist systems135
Auto-check control40
Automatic driving lamp control70
Automatic gearbox129
Selector lever-emergency unlocking225
Selector lever lock130
Starting-off and driving131
Tiptronic130
Using the selector lever129
Automatic gearbox modes129
Automatic load deactivation204
automatic transmission selector lever lock defect
130
Automatic transmission Kickdown
131
Launch control131
Malfunction37
Selector lever lock130
Warning light37
Warning messages37
AUX99
Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and ventila- tion)
117
Adjust118
Switching on/off118
Auxiliary heating (heating and ventilation) Radio remote control
119
249Index

Fog lights72
Warning light36
Fold in passenger's mirror80
Footmats128
see footmats128
Force limit Electric boot lid
60
Power windows63
Sliding/tilting roof65
Front airbag15
Front Assist155
Disable/enable156
Distance warning156
Information messages157
Operation155
Radar sensor135
Warning and automatic braking156
Warning light40
Front door warning light75
fuel lead-free petrol
190
Fuel189
CNG193
Diesel191
Natural gas reserve display30
Petrol / Diesel reserve display30
refer to Fuel189
Refuelling189
Refuelling - natural gas192
Warning light36
Fuel consumption239
Fuel filter Warning messages
39
Fuel reserve Warning light
36
Fuses Assignment
226
Assignment of fuses in the dash panel228
Colour coding226
Fuse assignment in the engine compartment 229
Plastic clip229
Replacing226
G
Gear change Gear recommendation
41
Information on the selected gear41
Gear changing Gear stick
128
General view Cockpit
27
Genuine parts179
Glasses compartment95
Glow plug system Warning light
34
H
Handbrake
127
Warning light32
Hazard warning light system73
HBA137
Head airbag18
Headlight cleaning system Headlight cleaning system
78
Headlights Bulb arrangement
231
Driving abroad74
Headlight cleaning system78
Headlights with CORNER function73
Headrest Removing and installing
83
Head restraints82
Adjust height82
Heater Windscreen and rear window
76
Heating112
Air distribution control115
Controls113
Exterior mirrors80
Seats85
HHC137
High-beam assistant71
High beam assistant Warning light
39
Hill Start Assist (HHC)137
Hitch167
Drawback load167
Hook103
Horn27
I
Ice scrapers
184
Ignition lock121
Immobilizer120
Individual settings Locking
56
Unlocking56
Inertia reel13
Information system40
Compass point display49
Door warning40
Eco-tips49
Gear recommendation41
Lap timer48
MAXI DOT display44
Multifunction display41
operation42
Service interval display49
Stop watch48
Information system operation42
Infotainment4
Instrument cluster28
Auto-check control40
Counter for distance driven30
Display29
Overview28
Revolutions counter29
253Index