2016 SKODA OCTAVIA battery

MalfunctionsRead and observe
and on page 51 first.
Synchronising the remote control
If the buttons on the remote control key have been depressed several times
beyond the effective range of the equipment or the battery has been replaced
in the remote control key and the vehicle cannot be unlocked with the remote
control, the key must be synchronised.
›
Press any button on the remote control key.
›
Unlock the door with the key via the lock cylinder within 1 minute of pressing
the button.
Fault with the central locking
If the warning light in the driver's door initially flashes quickly for around 2 sec-
onds, and then illuminates for 30 seconds without interruption before flashing
again slowly, you will need to seek the assistance of a specialist garage.
A failure in the central locking system can lead the vehicle doors and the boot
lid can emergency lock or emergency release » page 276.
Failure of the system KESSY
If there is a fault in the KESSY system, the appropriate error message is dis-
played in the instrument cluster.
Low voltage of the key battery
If the voltage of the key battery is too low, a message appears in the display of the instrument cluster referring to the need to replace the battery. Replace
the battery » page 275.
Anti-theft alarm system

Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Alarm trigger
55
Interior monitor and towing protection
56
The alarm system triggers audible and visual signals if an attempt is made to
break into the vehicle (hereafter referred to as alarm).
The alarm system is activated automatically approximately 30 seconds after the vehicle is locked. This is automatically disabled after release.
CAUTIONBefore leaving the vehicle, it must be checked that all of the windows, doors
and the sliding/tilting roof are locked in order to ensure the full functionality of
the anti-theft alarm system.
Note
The alarm system has its own power source, the service life of which is 5 years.
In order to ensure functionality of the alarm system, we recommend that you
get the alarm checked after this time by a specialist garage.
Alarm trigger
Read and observe
on page 55 first.
The alarm is triggered when one of the following unauthorised actions is acti-
vated on the vehicle with an activated warning system. ▶ Opening the bonnet.
▶ Opening the boot lid.
▶ Opening the doors.
▶ Manipulation of the ignition lock.
▶ Towing the vehicle.
▶ Movement in the vehicle.
▶ Sudden and significant voltage drop of the electrical system.
▶ Uncoupling the trailer.
An alarm is triggered also when the driver's door is unlocked and opened by
the lock cylinder.
The alarm is switched off by pressing the
button on the key or switching on
the ignition.
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NoteButtonA » Fig. 38 is disabled when starting off or driving at a speed of over 5
km/h. The button is reactivated when the vehicle has stopped and a door is
opened.
Delayed locking of the boot lid
Read and observe
on page 56 first.
If the boot lid is unlocked with the button  on the key, then the boot lid is
automatically locked after closing.
The period after which the boot lid is locked automatically can be extended by
a specialist garage.
CAUTION
There is a risk of unwanted entry into the vehicle before the boot lid is locked
automatically.
Electric boot lid
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Description of operation
58
Set the top position of the lid
58
Malfunctions
58
The boot lid (hereinafter referred to as lid) can be operated electrically and
manually in the event of an emergency » page 58.
WARNING■
Ensure that the lock is properly engaged after closing the lid. Otherwise,
the lid might open suddenly while the vehicle is moving, even if the lid was
locked – There is a risk of an accident!■
Never drive with the lid open or unlatched, as otherwise exhaust gases
may get into the interior of the vehicle – risk of poisoning!
■
Only open and close the lid when no one is located in the opening/closing
range – risk of injury!
WARNING (Continued)■ Make sure that when closing the lid, no body parts are crushed – risk of
injury!■
When you open the boot lid make sure that there are no persons in the
opening area of the lid - there is a danger of injury!
CAUTION
Do not attempt to close the lid manually during the electrical closing process -
there is a risk of damaging the electric lid operation.
CAUTION
■ Check that no objects are located in the opening/closing area which could
hinder the movement (e.g. cargo on the roof rack or on the trailer etc.) - there
is a risk of damage to the lid!■
In certain circumstances, if the lid is loaded (e.g by a thick layer of snow), the
opening process of the lid can be interrupted. Remove the snow from the lid to
re-enable the electrical operation.
■
If the lid closes automatically (e.g. under load of snow), you will hear an inter-
mittent beep.
■
Always close the flap before disconnecting the battery.
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Description of the malfunc-
tionPossible solutionsThe lid remains in the top
position
Manual closing of the lid
The lid is open and the bat-
tery was disconnected
Close manually
Close the door slowly, push down the lid, push in the lock on the centre of the
edge, above the ŠKODA logo.
Window operation
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Mechanical windows
59
Electric Windows
60
Opening/closing the windows in the front passenger door and in the rear
doors
60
Force limiter
60
Window convenience operation
61
Malfunctions
61
The windows can be operated mechanically by means of the handle attached
to the respective door panel.
The windows can be operated electrically from the following locations; all win-
dows from the driver's seat and also via the buttons for the windows in the
passenger door or the rear doors.
WARNING■ Always close the window carefully and in a controlled manner. Otherwise,
you may cause considerable crushing injuries to yourself or fellow passen-
gers.■
The system is fitted with a force limiter » page 60. If there is an obstacle
(e.g. If a body part gets trapped), the closing process is stopped and the
window goes down by several centimetres. The windows should neverthe-
less be closed carefully – risk of injury!
CAUTION■ Keep the windows clean (free of ice and similar) to ensure the correct func-
tionality of the electric windows.■
Always close the electric windows before disconnecting the battery.
Note
If the windows are opened, dust as well as other dirt can get into the vehicle
and in addition the wind noise is more at certain speeds.
Mechanical windows
Fig. 40
Window operation: left/right
Read and observe
and on page 59 first.
›
To open , turn the crank in the direction of arrow
A
» Fig. 40 .
›
To close , turn the crank in the direction of arrow
B
.
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If the obstacle prevents the window from being closed during the next 10 sec-
onds, the closing process is interrupted once again and the window goes down
by several centimetres.
If you attempt to close the window again within 10 seconds of the window be-
ing moved down for the second time, even though the obstacle was not yet
been removed, the closing process is only stopped. During this time it is not
possible to automatically close the window. The force limiter is still switched
on.
The force limiter is only not operational if you attempt to close the window
again within the next 10 seconds – the window will now close with full force!
If you wait longer than 10 seconds, the force limiter is switched on again.
Window convenience operation
Read and observe
and on page 59 first.
The convenience operation for the window offers the option to open/close all
the windows at once (or only the window in the driver's door). The function of
convenience operation can be individually adjusted in the Infotainment menu 
→

→
Opening and closing
.
Opening
›
Press and hold the button on the key.
›
Or
Switch off the ignition, open the driver's door and hold the key
A
until it
stops in the open position » Fig. 41 on page 60 .
›
orKeep the key in the locking cylinder of the driver's door in the unlock posi-
tion until all electrically operated windows are open.
Closing
›
Press and hold the button on the key.
›
Or
Switch off the ignition, open the driver's door and hold the key
A
until it
stops in the closed position » Fig. 41 on page 60 .
›
orKeep the key in the locking cylinder of the driver's door in the lock position
until all the electrically operated windows are closed.
›
In the KESSY system, hold your finger on the sensor on the outside of the
door handle of the front door » Fig. 33 on page 52 .
The convenience operation will only function correctly if all the windows auto- matically open/close properly.
Convenience opening or closing the window using the key in the driver's door
locking cylinder is only possible within 45 seconds of locking the vehicle.
The movement of the window is stopped immediately when the respective
button is released.
Malfunctions
Read and observe
and on page 59 first.
Repeatedly opening and closing the window can cause the window mecha-
nism to overheat and become temporarily blocked. You will be able to operate
the window again as soon as the operating mechanism has cooled down.
After disconnecting the vehicle battery, automatic opening / closing of the
window can be deactivated. In this case, the system must be activated as fol-
lows.
Window in the driver door
›
Switch on the ignition.
›
Pull the top edge of the button and close the window.
›
Release the button.
›
Pull up the respective button and hold for 1 second.
Windows in the other doors
›
Switch on the ignition.
›
Press the respective key above and close the window.
›
Release the button.
›
Pull up the respective button above and hold for 1 second.
Panoramic tilt / slide sunroof

Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Operation
62
Force limiter
62
Convenience operation of the sliding / tilting roof
62
Activate operation of the tilt / slide sunroof
62
Manually operated sunblind
63
Electrically operated sunblind
63
Activating operation of the sunshade
63
The panoramic tilt / slide sunroof (hereinafter referred to as tilt / slide sunroof)
can only be operated when the ignition is turned on and when the outdoor
temperature is above -20 °C. 
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The sliding/tilting roof can still be operated for approx. 10 minutes after
switching the ignition off. After opening the driver or front passenger door, it
is no longer possible to operate the sliding/tilting roof.WARNINGWhen operating the tilt/slide sunroof and the sunshade, proceed with cau-
tion to avoid causing crushing injuries – risk of injury!
CAUTION
■ During the winter it may be necessary to remove any ice and snow in the vi-
cinity of the sliding/tilting roof before opening it to prevent any damage to the
opening mechanism.■
Always close the sliding/tilting roof before disconnecting the battery.
Operation
Fig. 43
Operation of the tilting / sliding sunroof
Read and observe
and on page 62 first.
Operation of the tilting / sliding sunroof » Fig. 43
Open fully
Open to the low-noise position
Open partially
Close completely
Opening (switch in position 
)
Resetting (switch in position 
)
A12After turning the switch one stop to position  (spring-tensioned position),
the tilt / slide sunroof stops in the position in which the intensity of the wind
noise is low. After turning the switch further to position 
, the tilt / slide sun-
roof opens up to the stop.
Force limiter
Read and observe
and on page 62 first.
The sliding/tilting roof is fitted with a force limiter.
If there is an obstacle, the closing process is stopped and the glass pane re-
tracts by several centimetres.
WARNINGIf the tilting / sliding sunroof is closed, by pulling on the recess of the
switch in the direction of arrow 2, » Fig. 43 on page 62 and the closing
process is hindered by an obstacle, then at the third attempt at closing, the
force limitation will cease to function (if less than 5 s passes between the
individual attempts to close). The tilt / slide sunroof closes with full force -
this can cause injury.
Convenience operation of the sliding / tilting roof
Read and observe
and on page 62 first.
The convenience operation makes it possible to open or close the sliding/tilt-
ing roof using the key or the KESSY system via the sensor in the door handle of
the front door.
›
To open out , press and hold the
 button on the key.
›
Or:
Hold the key in the unlock position in the driver's door lock.
›
To close , press and hold the
button (with KESSY, hold your finger on the
sensor on the outside of the door handle of the front door).
›
Or Hold the key in the lock position in the driver's door lock.
By interrupting the locking process, the closing operation is interrupted.
Activate operation of the tilt / slide sunroof
Read and observe
and on page 62 first.
If the tilt / slide sunroof stops working (e.g. after disconnecting and connecting
the battery), then the operation must be reactivated. 
62Using the system

›Turn on the ignition and set the switch to position
 » Fig. 43 on page 62 .›Press the switch on the recess E down and pull forwards.
The sliding/tilting roof opens/closes again after around 10 seconds.›
Release the lever.
Manually operated sunblind
Fig. 44
Operation of the sun blind
Read and observe and on page 62 first.
›
To open , pull the handle in the direction of arrow
A
» Fig. 44 .
›
To close , pull the handle in the direction of arrow
B
.
Electrically operated sunblind
Fig. 45
Button for operating the sun-
shade
Read and observe and on page 62 first.
Operation of the sunshade » Fig. 45
Open - by pressing (press again - sunshade stops moving)
Close - by pressing (press again - sunshade stops moving)
The sunshade can also be operated by pressing and holding the appropriate
button (starts movement of the sunshade) and releasing it when the sunshade
reaches the desired position.
Activating operation of the sunshade
Read and observe
and on page 62 first.
If the operation of sunshade is deactivated (e.g. after disconnecting and con-
necting the battery), then the operation will have to be activated.
›
Turn on the ignition and set the switch to position 
» Fig. 45 on page 63 .
›
Press the button 
and hold down.
The sunshade opens and closes again after around 10 seconds.
›
Release the button.
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NoteWhile driving with an accessory connected to the trailer socket (e.g. trailer,
bike carrier) only the equipment is illuminated by the fog light. The towing de-
vice must be installed at the factory or from the ŠKODA original accessories.
Fog lights with CORNER function
Read and observe
on page 64 first.
The CORNER function automatically switches on the fog lights on the respec-tive side of the vehicle (e.g. when cornering), if the following conditions are
met.
The turn signal is switched on or the front wheels are turned sharply 1)
.
The vehicle speed is below 40 km/h.
The low beam is switched on.
The fog lights are not switched on.
The two fog lights are switched on when you shift into the reverse gear.
COMING HOME / LEAVING HOME
Read and observe
on page 64 first.
The function COMING HOME ensures that the vehicle's environment is illumi-
nated after switching off the ignition and opening the driver's door.
The function LEAVING HOME ensures that the vehicle's environment is illumi-
nated after unlocking the vehicle with the radio remote control unit.
The function switches the light on only if there is poorer visibility and the light
switch is in the position .
The two functions can be activated/deactivated and set in the Infotainment
menu 

→

→
Light
.
CAUTION
■
Poorer visibility is evaluated by a sensor mounted below the windscreen in
the holder of the rear-view mirror. Do not cover the sensor - the system can be
affected.■
If this option is always enabled, then the battery is heavily loaded.
Hazard warning light systemFig. 51
Button for hazard warning light
system
Read and observe on page 64 first.
›
To switch on/off , press the
 button
» Fig. 51 .
When first switched on, the turn signal lights and the warning light buttons
all flash at the same time as the warning lights 
 in the instrument cluster.
The hazard warning light system can also be operated if the ignition is switch-
ed off.
If one of the airbags is deployed, the hazard warning light system will switch
on automatically.
The automatic activation of hazard warning lights can take place during a
heavy braking. After starting or accelerating the hazard warning system is au-
tomatically switched off.
When the hazard warning system is on and the indicator light is switched on
(e.g. when turning), the hazard warning lights are switched off temporarily and
only the turn signal flashes on the relevant side of the vehicle.
Parking light
Read and observe
on page 64 first.
The side light is provided for lighting of the parked vehicle.
Switching on the side light  on one side
›
Switch off the ignition. 
1)
If the two switch-on variants are conflicting (e.g. if the front wheels are turned to the left and the right
turn signal light is switched on), the turn signal light has the higher priority.
68Using the system

›Press the control lever all the way into position
or  until it stops » Fig. 47
on page 65 .
The parking light is illuminated on the relevant side of the vehicle.
Switching on the side light on both sides ›
Switch on the ignition and turn the light switch into position 
» page 64 ,
the parking lights are turned on.
›
Switch off the ignition and lock the vehicle.
After pulling out the ignition key and opening the driver's door, an audible
warning sounds. After a few seconds or after closing the driver's door, the au-
dible warning is turned off.
CAUTION
■ Turning on the parking light means the battery is heavily loaded.■The parking lights may switch off automatically due to a low battery charge.
If the two-sided parking lights are switched on when the ignition is off, the
parking lights will not switch on automatically!
Entry space lighting
Read and observe
on page 64 first.
The lighting is positioned on the lower edge of the exterior mirror and illumi-nates the entry area of the front door.
The lighting switches on after unlocking or opening the vehicle door (depend-
ing on the lighting conditions).
The lighting switches off after around 30 seconds after closing the front door
or switching on the ignition.
Driving abroad
Read and observe
on page 64 first.
When driving in countries with opposing traffic system (traffic on the
left/right), your headlights may dazzle oncoming traffic. Therefore, it is neces-
sary to have the headlights adapted by a specialist garage.
You can set the xenon headlights yourself by activating travel mode in the In-
fotainment menu 

→

→
Light
. In this mode, no automatic beam adjust-
ment is made ahead of the vehicle.
Interior lighting
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
interior light, front
69
Interior light, rear
70
The inner lighting also works if the ignition is switched off. With the ignition
switched off, the lights will automatically switch off after approximately after
10 minutes.
interior light, front
Fig. 52
Operation of the front light: Version 1 / version 2
Positions of the rocker switch
A
» Fig. 52
Switching on
Automatic operation (centre position)
Switching off
There is no icon available for the centre position (automatic operation) in Ver-
sion 2.
Switch on / off (by pressing the relevant switch
B
) » Fig. 52
Reading lamp left
Reading lamp right 
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