2016 SKODA OCTAVIA tow

Note■If, with a dipped beam, the ignition is turned off, then the dipped beam will
automatically switch off 1)
and the parking lights will come on. The parking
lights are switched off when the ignition key is removed (for vehicles with the
KESSY system, after opening the driver's door).■
If there is a fault in the light switch, the low beam comes on automatically.
Daytime running lights(DAY LIGHT)
Read and observe
on page 64 first.
The daytime running lights (hereinafter only referred to as "function") lightsthe front and rear vehicle area (only valid for some countries).
The lights are switched on automatically if the following conditions are met. The light switch is in the position  or
 .
The ignition is switched on.
The function is activated.
Activating/deactivating function on vehicles with Infotainment
The function can be deactivated/activated in the Infotainment menu 

→

→
Light
.
Deactivating on vehicles without Infotainment
›
Turn off the ignition, pull the indicator / main beam lever towards the steer- ing wheel, push down and hold in this position.
›
Switch on the ignition and hold the lever in the above position until an audi-
ble signal sounds (about 3 s).
Activating on vehicles without Infotainment
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Turn off the ignition, pull the indicator / main beam lever towards the steer- ing wheel, push down and hold in this position.
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Switch on the ignition and hold the lever in the above position until an audi-
ble signal sounds (about 3 s).
WARNINGAlways switch on the low beam when visibility is poor.Turn signal and main beamFig. 47
Operating lever: Turn signal and
main beam operation
Read and observe on page 64 first.
Control stalk positions » Fig. 47
Switch on right turn signal
Switch on left turn signal
Switch on main beam (spring-tensioned position) Switch on main beam or headlight flasher (spring-loaded position)
The main beam can only be switched on when the low beam lights are on.
The headlight flasher can be operated even if the ignition is switched off.
The turn signal switches off automatically, depending on the steering angle
after completing the turn.
Use the control stalk to switch on/off the headlight assistant» page 67.
Comfort flashing
When the operating lever is pressed lightly up or down, the indicator in ques-
tion flashes three times.
If during comfort signalling the operating lever is pressed in the opposite di-
rection, the indicating will stop.
Comfort flashing can be activated / deactivated in the Infotainment menu 
→

→
Light
. 

1)
Does not apply to the position , as long as the conditions are met for the COMING HOME function
» page 68 .
65Lights and visibility

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

Windscreen and rear window heaterFig. 55
Buttons for the front and rear window heater: Climatronic / man-
ual air conditioning, heating
Read and observe
on page 70 first.
The heating for quick defrosting and ventilation of the front /and rear window.The heating only works when the engine is running.
Buttons for the heating (depending on vehicle equipment) » Fig. 55
Switch on/off the rear window heating
Switching the windscreen heater on/off
When the heating is switched on, a light illuminates inside or below the but-
ton.
The heating automatically switches off after 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 258 , Automatic consumer shutdown - Discharge protection of the vehi-
cle battery .■
If the lighting inside or below the button flashes, the heater will not work be-
cause of the low charge 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 on the Climatronic control panel menu 

→ 
.
Sun visorsFig. 56
Fold down visor / flip up visor / make-up mirror and Park Memo
Holder
Read and observe
on page 70 first.
Operation and description of the sun visor » Fig. 56
Swivel cover towards the windscreen
Swivel cover towards the door
Make-up mirror with cover (the cover can be pushed in the direction of the
arrow)
Parking ticket holder
Sunshade
Fig. 57
Sun screen
Read and observe on page 70 first.
The sun screen is located in a housing on the luggage compartment cover.
›
To dim pull the screen
B
out of the housing at the handle and hook into the
magnetic holders
A
» Fig. 57 . 
12AB71Lights and visibility

Setting the mirror surfaces synchronously
This function allows the simultaneous adjustment of the two mirror areas. The
function can be activated / deactivated in the Infotainment menu 

→ 
→
Mirrors and wipers
.
›
Turn the knob for the mirror control to the position for the driver mirror ad-
justment.
›
Adjust the mirror areas to the desired position.
Manual folding mirrors
The mirror can be manually folded in towards the side window. To restore it to
its original position, fold back from the side window until it audibly clicks into
place.
Automatic folding in/back of both mirrors
The exterior mirrors are automatically collapsed after locking the vehicle in the park position. After unlocking the vehicle, the mirrors are folded back to the
driving position »
.
This function can be activated / deactivated in the Infotainment menu 

→

→
Mirrors and wipers
.
Mirror with auto-dimming
The exterior mirror dimming is controlled together with auto rear-view mirror
dimming » page 74 .
Memory function for mirror (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 77, Memory Function of the electrically ad-
justable seat or » page 78 , Memory function of the remote control key .
Tilting the mirror area of the front passenger mirror (vehicles with
electrically adjustable driver's seat)
The front passenger mirror area can be tilted to the stored position to improve
the view to the curb when reversing.
Operating conditions. The function is activated in the Infotainment menu 

→

→
Mirrors andwipers
.
The setting of the mirror area has been previously stored » page 77,
Memory Function of the electrically adjustable seat or. » page 78 , Memo-
ry 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 area returns to its initial position after the rotary knob is set to an-
other position or if the speed is greater than 15 km/h.WARNINGDo not touch the exterior mirror surfaces, if the exterior mirror heating is
switched on - hazard of burning.
CAUTION
■ Never manually fold in/out the electrically folding exterior mirrors - there is a
risk of damage to the mirror!■
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.
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WARNINGIf you are sensitive to pain and/or temperature, e.g. through medication,
paralysis or because of chronic illness (e.g. diabetes), we recommend not to
use the seat heating. If the seat heating is used, we recommend to make
regular breaks in your journey when driving long distances, so that the
body can recuperate from the stress of the journey. Please consult your
doctor, who can evaluate your specific condition.
CAUTION
The following instructions must be observed to avoid damage to the seats.■Do not kneel on the seats or otherwise apply concentrated pressure to them.■
Do not switch on the heating for unoccupied seats.
■
Do not switch on the heating for seats which have objects on them (e.g. a
child seat, bag or similar).
■
Do not switch on the heating for seats which have seat covers or protective
covers on them.
Note
If the on-board voltage decreases, the seat heating switches off automatically
» page 258 , Automatic consumer shutdown - Discharge protection of the ve-
hicle battery .Useful features
Interior fittings
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Ticket holder
83
Storage compartment on the driver's side
83
Stowage compartments in the doors
83
Storage compartment in the front centre console
84
Phonebox
84
USB and AUX input
85
Cup holders
85
Waste container
85
Multimedia holder
86
Storage compartment under the front arm rest
86
Glasses compartment
87
Storage compartment on the front passenger side
87
Storage compartment for umbrella
87
Clothes hook
88
Storage pockets on the rear sides of the front seats
88
Storage compartment in the rear centre console
88
Long cargo channel
89
Removable through-loading bag
89WARNING■ Do not place anything on the dash panel. These objects might slide or fall
down when driving and may distract you from concentrating on the traffic –
There is a risk of an accident!■
Make sure that while driving no objects can enter the driver's footwell -
There is a risk of an accident!
■
Do not transport any objects on the front passenger seat except objects
(e.g. child safety seat) provided for this purpose – risk of accident!
■
No objects should be placed in the storage compartments nor in the
drinks holders; the vehicle occupants could be endangered if there is sud-
den braking or the vehicle collides with something. 
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WARNING (Continued)■For safety reasons, lockable storage compartments should be closed
while driving - there is a risk of injury from the opened lid or through the
loose objects in the compartment.■
Make sure no objects protrude from the storage compartments - There is
a risk of injury!
■
Do not exceed the permissible loads for the storage compartments and
pockets - There is risk of injury and risk of damage to the compartments
and pockets!
■
Ash, cigarettes, cigars etc. should only be stored in the ashtray - There is
a risk of fire/burns!
■
The storage compartments and the waste containers are not a substitute
for the ashtray and must also not be used for such purposes – There is a
risk of fire!
CAUTION
Do not place any large or sharp objects in the storage compartments and pock-
ets - there is a risk of damage to the compartments and pockets.
Ticket holder
Fig. 75
Ticket holder
Read and observe and on page 82 first.
The ticket holder » Fig. 75 is provided for the holding and displaying e.g. car
park tickets.
Storage compartment on the driver's sideFig. 76
Opening the storage compart-
ment
Read and observe and on page 82 first.
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To open , lift the handle and fold out the compartment in the direction of the
arrow » Fig. 76 .
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To close , swing the lid against the direction of the arrow until it audibly clicks
into place.
Stowage compartments in the doors
Fig. 77
Storage compartments: in the front door/in the rear door
Read and observe
and on page 82 first.
Storage compartments » Fig. 77
Storage compartment
Bottle holder with a capacity of max. 1.5 l
Bottle holder with a capacity of max. 0.5 l 
ABC83Useful features

Long cargo channelFig. 92
Open the cover: from the passenger compartment / from the lug-
gage compartment
Read and observe
and on page 82 first.
After folding-up the rear armrest and cover, an opening in the seat backrest
becomes visible through which the through-loading bag with skis can be push-
ed.
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To open from the passenger compartment , fold down the rear armrest
slightly » page 80 .
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Pull handle
A
in the direction of arrow
1
and fold down the cover in the
direction of arrow
2
» Fig. 92 .
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To open from the luggage compartment , push the securing tab
B
in the di-
rection of the arrow and fold the cover with the armrest forwards.
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To close , fold the cover and the rear armrest upwards until the stop. This
should audibly click into place.
The cover must be secured after the closing process. Ensure that the red field
above the securing tab
B
is not visible.
WARNINGThe through-loading channel is only intended for transporting skis that are
placed in a properly secured, through-loading bag.Removable through-loading bagFig. 93
Tighten ribbon / secure through-loading bag
Read and observe
and on page 82 first.
The removable through-loading bag (hereinafter referred to as through-load-
ing bag) is used exclusively for transporting skis and poles (max. 4 pairs).
Stowing the through-loading bag and skis
›
Fold the rear armrest and the cover in the seat backrest downwards » Fig. 92
on page 89 .
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Place the empty, through-loading bag in the opening in such a way that the
end of the bag with the zip is in the boot.
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Place the skis with the tips facing to the front and the sticks with the tips
facing to the rear. into the through-loading bag and close the bag.
Securing the through-loading bag and skis
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Tighten the strap
A
around the skis in front of the bindings » Fig. 93. The
strap must hold the skis tight.
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Fold the seat backrest a little forward » page 79.
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Guide the securing strap
B
through the opening in the seat backrest around
the upper part of the seat backrest.
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Then, fold the seat backrests back until the locking button clicks into place.
Check this by pulling on the seat backrest.
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Insert the securing strap
B
into the lock
C
until it clicks into place.
WARNING■ The total weight of the skis which are transported must not exceed
24 kg.■
Always stow and secure the skis and the bag securely - otherwise there is
a risk of injury or accident! 
89Useful features

CAUTIONNever fold and stow the through-loading bag when it is wet - There is a risk of
damaging the through-loading bag.
Electrical sockets
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
12-volt power outlet
90
230-volt socket
90WARNING■ Do not place anything on the dash panel. These objects might slide or fall
down when driving and may distract you from concentrating on the traffic –
There is a risk of an accident!■
Make sure that while driving no objects can enter the driver's footwell -
There is a risk of an accident!
■
Stow all devices safely during the journey to prevent them from being
thrown around the interior in the event of a sudden braking manoeuvre or
an accident – The is a risk to life!
■
The devices may warm up during operation – The is a risk of injury or fire!
■
Improper use of the power sockets and the electrical accessories can
cause fires, burns and other serious injuries.
■
The 12-Volt sockets also work if the ignition is switched off. When leaving
the vehicle, never leave persons who are not completely independent, such
as children, unattended in the vehicle.
CAUTION
When using the 12-volt sockets, the following notes are to be observed.■The sockets can only be used for the connection of approved electrical ac-
cessories with a total power consumption of up to 120 watts - otherwise the
there is a risk of damage to the electrical system of the vehicle.■
Connecting appliances when the engine is not running will drain the battery
of the vehicle!
■
Before switching the ignition on / off or before starting the engine, switch
off the devices which are connected to the sockets - there is a risk of damage
to the equipment due to voltage fluctuations.
12-volt power outletFig. 94
Cover of the 12 volt power outlet: in the front centre console/ in
the boot
Read and observe
and on page 90 first.
›
Touse , remove the cover of the socket » Fig. 94 -
 or open the cover of the
socket » Fig. 94 -
 .
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Connect the plug for the electrical appliance to the socket.
230-volt socket
Fig. 95
Open the cover of the 230 volt
power outlet
Read and observe and on page 90 first.
The 230-volt socket has a child safety lock. When inserting the plug, the fuse
is released, the socket is activated and the warning light above the socket is
illuminates green (if this flashes red, then the socket is deactivated).
›
To use , fold up the cover of the socket in the direction of arrow » Fig. 95 and
plug the electrical appliance plug into the socket. 
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