2016 SKODA OCTAVIA sensor

WARNING (Continued)■Under certain circumstances, surfaces of certain objects and types of
clothing cannot reflect the system signals. There is a danger that such ob-
jects or people may not be recognised by the system sensors.■
External noise sources may affect the signals of the system sensors.
There is a danger that obstacles may not be recognised by the system sen-
sors.
■
Before reversing, you should satisfy yourself that there are no small ob-
stacle, such as a rock, thin post etc., in front or behind your vehicle. Such
obstacles may not be recognised by the system sensors.
CAUTION
■ Keep the system sensors » Fig. 243 on page 205 clean, snow-and ice-free
and do not cover with any objects of any kind, otherwise the system function-
ing may be impaired.■
In adverse weather conditions (heavy rain, water vapour, very low or high
temperatures, etc.), the functioning of the system may be impaired - “incorrect
recognition of obstacles”.
■
Accessories additionally installed on the vehicle rear, such as bicycle carriers,
can impair the system function.
Settings in Infotainment
Read and observe
and on page 204 first.
›
Press the  button, then tap on the function surface

→
Parking and ma-noeuvring
.
■ ParkPilot - Settings for the parking aid
■
Activate automatically
- Activate/deactivate the compact parking aid display
(when driving forward)
■
Front volume
- Adjust the volume of the beeps for obstacle detection in front
■
Front tone setting
- Setting the pitch of the beeps for obstacle detection in
front
■
Rear volume
- Set the volume level of the beeps for the rear obstacle detec-
tion
■
Rear tone setting
- Setting the pitch of the beeps for the rear obstacle detec-
tion
■
Entertainment fading
/
Entert. Fading
- Lowers the audio volume (e.g. radio vol-
ume) with activated parking aid
■
Manoeuvre braking
- Activation / deactivation of the automatic emergency
braking
OperationFig. 243
Installation location of the sensors on the left side of the vehi-
cle: front/rear
Fig. 244
Sampled areas and range of the
sensors
Read and observe and on page 204 first.
The system uses ultrasound waves to calculate the distance between the
bumper and an obstacle. The ultrasonic sensors are, depending on vehicle
equipment,, located in the back or in the front bumper » Fig. 243.
Depending on the equipment, the following system variants are possible
» Fig. 244 .
▶ Variant 1: warns of obstacles in the areas
C
,
D
.
▶ Variant 2: warns of obstacles in the areas
A
,
B
,
C
,
D
.
▶ Variant 3: warns of obstacles in the areas
A
,
B
,
C
,
D
,
E
. 
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Approximate range of sensors (in cm)Area » Fig. 244Variant 1
(4 sensors)Variant 2
(8 sensors)Variant 3
(12 sensors)A-120120B-6090C160160160D606090E--90
Audible signals
The interval between the acoustic signals becomes shorter as the clearance is
reduced. At a distance of approx. 30 cm a continuous tone starts to sound -
danger area. From this moment do not continue to move towards the obsta-
cle!
The acoustic signals can be set in Infotainment » page 205.
Towing a trailer
When towing, or when another accessory is connected to the trailer socket on-
ly the areas
A
and
B
» Fig. 244 are active in the system.
Note
■
If with Version 3 vehicles not all fields around the vehicle silhouette are ac-
tive after activation, the vehicle should be moved forwards or backwards.■
The signal tones for front obstacle recognition are factory-set to be higher
than for rear obstacle recognition.
Display Infotainment screen
Fig. 245
Screen display
Read and observe and on page 204 first.Function surfaces and warnings » Fig. 245ARoad display.  Depending on the Infotainment type: Switching off park assistant dis-
play.  Switching audible parking signals on/off.Change to rear-view camera display .There is an obstacle in the collision area (the distance to the obstacle
is less than 30 cm). 
Stop moving in the direction of the obstacle!There is an obstacle in the road (the distance to the obstacle is great-
er than 30 cm).An obstacle is located outside of the road (the distance to the obsta-
cle is greater than 30 cm).System failure (there is no indication of obstacles).
Road display
The road display
A
» Fig. 245 indicates the road on which the vehicle would
take the current steering wheel and shift / selector lever position.
The shift lever is in the neutral position and the gear selector is in mode N. the
road display is at the front.
Activation / deactivation
Fig. 246
System key (option 2, 3)
Read and observe and on page 204 first.
Activation
The activation of the system is initiated when the reverse gear is engaged, and
with vehicles with the variant 2 and 3 , also by pressing the

» Fig. 246 but-
ton. 
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When activating, an alarm sounds and the symbol  illuminates in the button.
Deactivation
On vehicles with Version 1, the system can be deactivated by moving out of re-
verse gear.
For vehicles with version 2 and 3, the system is automatically deactivated by
pressing the 
button or at a speed above 15 km/h (the 
symbol in the but-
ton goes out).
Fault display
If a warning signal sounds for 3 seconds after activating the system and there
is no obstacle close to your car, this indicates a system fault. The fault is also
indicated by the symbol  flashing in the button. Seek help from a specialist
garage.
Note
The system can only be activated with the button at a speed of below 15
km/h.
Automatic system activation when moving forward
Fig. 247
Infotainment screen: Display
with automatic activation
Read and observe and on page 204 first.
The automatic system activation occurs when moving forward at a speed be-
low 10 km/h when the vehicle approaches an obstacle.
After activation, the following is shown in the left pane of the Infotainment
screen » Fig. 247 .
Acoustic signals are sounded as of a distance from the obstacle of around
50 cm.
The automatic display can be activated / deactivated in Infotain-
ment » page 205 .
Reversing camera
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Operation
208
Guidelines and function surfaces
208
The rear view camera (following as system) helps the driver when parking and
manoeuvring by displaying the area behind the vehicle on the Infotainment
screen (hereinafter only known as screen).
WARNING■ The general information relating to the use of assistance systems must
be observed » page 199, in section Introduction .■
The camera may not be soiled or obscured, otherwise the system function
will be significantly affected - there is a risk of an accident. For information
on cleaning » page 245.
CAUTION
■
The camera image is distorted by contrast with eyesight. For this reason, the
screen display is only of limited use for estimating distances to following vehi-
cles.■
Some items, such as thin columns, chain link fences or lattice, may not be
represented adequately in terms of screen resolution.
■
In a crash or damage the vehicle's rear camera can possibly deviate from the
correct position. If this is the case, have the sensor checked by a specialist ga-
rage.
Note
The camera is equipped with a cleaning system » page 73. The spraying is car-
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CAUTIONThe objects shown on the screen can be closer or even further away than they
appear. This is especially the case in the following situations.■
Protruding objects, such as the rear of a truck and the like.
■
When driving from a horizontal surface into a slope or a depression.
■
When driving from a slope or a depression onto a horizontal surface.
Park Assist
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Operation
209
Search for parking space
210
Parking
211
Leaving a parallel parking space
211
Automatic brake assist
212
Malfunctions
212
Park Assist (hereinafter referred to as system) helps drivers park in suitable
parallel and perpendicular parking places or also to manoeuvre out of parallel
parking spaces.
The system takes over the steering movements only when parking or leaving a
parking space. The driver operates the brake, accelerator or clutch pedal and
the shift / selector lever.
The state in which the steering wheel is operated by the system, is referred to
as parking operation.
The Park Assist is an extension of the parking aid » page 204 and operates on
the basis of data collected by the ultrasonic sensors.
For this reason, the chapter on the parking aid is to be read carefully and the safety notes are to be observed.
WARNING■ The general information relating to the use of assistance systems must
be observed » page 199, in section Introduction .■
During the parking process, the system automatically performs rapid
steering movements. While it is doing so, do not place your hands between
the steering wheel – risk of injury!
■
During a parking manoeuvre on loose or slippery surfaces (gravel, snow,
ice, etc.) you may stray from the calculated road. Therefore, do not use the
system in such situations.
CAUTION
The correct evaluation of the parking space and the parking procedure de-
pends on the circumference of the wheels on the vehicle.■
The system only works correctly if the vehicle is fitted with the wheel size
approved by ŠKODA AUTO.
■
Abstain from using the system when the vehicle is fitted with snow chains or
a temporary spare wheel.
■
If wheels other than those approved by ŠKODA AUTO are fitted, the resulting
position of the vehicle in the parking space can differ slightly. This can be avoi-
ded by readjusting the system at a specialist garage.
CAUTION
If other vehicles are parked behind or on the curb, the system can drive your
vehicle over the kerb or up to the kerb - there is a risk of damage to the
wheels. If necessary, intervene in good time.
Note
■ We recommend performing the parking at a safe speed to about 5 km/h.■The parking procedure can be stopped at any time by pressing the 
» Fig. 250 on page 210 button or by a steering intervention.
Operation
Read and observe
and on page 209 first.
The system support is provided in the following manner.▶ While the parking space search is going on, a measurement and evaluation of
the parking space size is completed.
▶ Suitable parking spaces are shown in the display of the instrument cluster
(hereinafter only in the display). 
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Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Settings in Infotainment
214
Operation
215
Automatic stopping and starting
215
Operation overview
216
Start control
216
Stop/resume control
216
Set/change desired speed
217
Set the clearance level
217
Special driving conditions
217
Overtaking and towing
218
Malfunctions
218
The automatic distance control (hereinafter referred to as ACC) maintains the
set speed or the distance to the vehicle ahead without the accelerator or
brake pedal being pressed.
The front of the vehicle and the distance to the vehicle ahead is monitored by
a radar sensor » page 199.
The state in which the ACC maintains the speed or the proximity is described
as control from here on.
WARNING■
The general information relating to the use of assistance systems must
be observed » page 199, in section Introduction .■
The driver must always be ready to take over the operation of the accel-
erator and brake pedal.
■
The ACC does not react when approaching a stationary obstacle, such as
traffic jams, vehicle breakdowns or vehicles waiting at a traffic light.
■
The ACC does not respond to crossing or oncoming objects.
■
If the ACC does not decelerate fast enough, immediately apply the vehi-
cle's foot brake.
WARNINGFor safety reasons, do not use the ACC under the following conditions.■When driving in turning lanes, motorway exits or construction sites, to
avoid an unwanted acceleration to the stored speed.■
When visibility is poor, (e.g. fog, heavy rain, thick snowfall).
■
When road conditions are poor (e.g. ice, slippery road, gravel, dirt road).
■
Driving into “sharp” corners or in steep gradients / on steep inclines.
■
When driving through places where metal objects (such as metal build-
ings, railroad tracks, etc.) can be found.
■
When driving through very divided and enclosed spaces (such as large-ca-
pacity garages, car ferries, tunnels and the like.).
Note
■ The ACC is designed primarily for use on motorways.■The ACC reduces the speed by automatically releasing the accelerator or by
means of a braking procedure as appropriate. If the brakes are used for an au-
tomatic speed reduction at any moments, then the brake light illuminates.■
In case of failure of more than one brake light on the vehicle or on the con-
nected trailer, the ACC becomes unavailable.
■
The control automatically cancels the engagement of the brake supportive
assistance systems (e.g. ESC) or when the maximum permitted engine speed is
exceeded.
Settings in Infotainment
Read and observe
on page 214 first.
›
Press the  button, then tap on the function surface

→
Driver assistance
.
■ ACC (adaptive cruise control) - Setting for the adaptive cruise control
■
Driving progr.:
- Set the vehicle acceleration when adaptive cruise control is
activated 1)
■
Last distance selected
- Switch on/off of the last distance selected
■
Distance:
- Set the distance monitoring to the vehicles ahead
1)
This can be set as follows on vehicles with a travel mode option » page 221.
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OperationFig. 255
Display in the instrument cluster: Examples of ACC displays
Fig. 256
Instrument cluster display: Examples of ACC status displays
Read and observe
on page 214 first.
The ACC allows a speed of 30 - 160 km/h to be set or a distance to the preced-
ing vehicle to be very short of very long to be set.
The ACC adjusts the set speed with respect to the detected vehicle ahead,
thus maintaining the selected proximity.
The ACC can detect a vehicle that is up to approx. 120 m ahead using the radar sensor.
ACC displays » Fig. 255
Vehicle detected (control active)
Line showing the displacement of the distance when setting » page 217,
Set the clearance level
12Set distance to the vehicle ahead
Vehicle detected (control deactivated)
ACC status displays » Fig. 256
Regulation is inactive (in the colour display the digits of speed limits is
shown in grey).
Regulation active - no vehicle detected (in the colour display the digits of
the speed limits are highlighted).
Control deactivated - no speed stored.
Regulation active - vehicle detected (in the colour display the digits of the
speed limits are highlighted).
Note to reduce speed
If the delay of the ACC is insufficient in relation to the vehicle in front, the
warning light  lights up in the instrument cluster and the display shows a
message to engage the brake pedal.
Note
Some ACC notifications in the display of the instrument cluster may be hidden
by notifications for other functions. An ACC notification automatically appears
for a brief moment when there is a change in status of the ACC.
Automatic stopping and starting
Read and observe
on page 214 first.
Vehicles with an automatic transmission can decelerate to a standstill and
start moving again using the ACC.
Decelerate to a standstill
If a vehicle ahead decelerates to a standstill, the ACC will also decelerate your
vehicle to a standstill.
Starting to drive again after a holding period
As soon as the vehicle ahead starts moving again after a holding period, your
vehicle will also move and the speed will continue to be regulated. Control is
automatically disconnected in case of longer holding periods.
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Fig. 259
Lane changes of other vehicles / stationary vehicles
Read and observe
on page 214 first.
The following (and similar) situations require special attention and possibly the
intervention of the driver (braking, accelerating etc.).
When cornering
When driving into or driving out of long corners, it could be that a vehicle is
travelling in the adjacent lane and is scanned by the radar » Fig. 258 -
 . The
host vehicle is then controlled according to this vehicle.
Narrow vehicles or vehicles travelling side by side
A narrow or offset vehicle driving can only be recognized by the ACC if this is
located in the scanning range of the radar » Fig. 258 -
 .
Other vehicles changing lanes
Vehicles that change onto the lane with a small distance » Fig. 259 -
 may not
be detected by ACC in good time.
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 vehi-
cle, » Fig. 259 -
 the ACC does not respond to the stationary vehicle.
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.
Overtaking and towing
Read and observe
on page 214 first.
When overtaking
When your vehicle is being controlled at a speed that is lower than the set
speed and the turn signal is operated, ACC assesses this situation as meaning
that the driver wishes to overtake. The ACC automatically accelerates the vehi-
cle, thereby reducing the proximity to a vehicle ahead.
If your vehicle changes to the overtaking lane and no vehicle is detected
ahead, ACC accelerates until the set speed is reached and then keeps it con-
stant.
Acceleration can be cancelled at any time by touch on the brake pedal or
pressing the button  on the lever
» Fig. 257 on page 216 .
Towing a trailer
When towing, or if another accessory is connected to the trailer socket, ACC
control is set with a lower rate. The manner of driving should therefore be
adapted to this limitation.
Malfunctions
Read and observe
on page 214 first.
If, for some unknown reason, ACC is not available, the warning light  appears
in the display of the instrument cluster and an appropriate message is shown.
Sensor covered / dirty
If the sensor is dirty or covered, a message indicating that there is no sensor
view appears. Clean the sensor cover or remove the obstacles » Fig. 240 on
page 199 .
ACC not available
If the ACC is currently unavailable, a message concerning the unavailability ap-
pears. Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine and then start it again. If ACC
continues to be unavailable, seek the assistance of a specialist garage.
ACC fault
With an ACC fault, an error message appears. Seek help from a specialist ga-
rage.
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Front Assist
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Settings in Infotainment
219
Operation
219
Distance warning
219
Warning and automatic braking
220
Deactivation/activation
220
Malfunctions
221
The Front Assist (hereinafter referred to as system) warns you of the danger of
a collision with a vehicle or another obstacle in front of the vehicle, and tries to
avoid a collision or mitigate its consequences by automatically applying the
brakes where necessary.
The area in front of the vehicle is monitored by a radar sensor » page 199.
WARNING■
The general information relating to the use of assistance systems must
be observed » page 199, in section Introduction .■
The system does not respond to crossing or oncoming objects.
CAUTION
In case of failure of more than one brake light on the vehicle or on the electri-
cally connected trailer, the system becomes unavailable.
Settings in Infotainment
Read and observe
and on page 219 first.
›
Press the  button, then tap on the function surface

→
Driver assistance
.
■ Front Assist (ambient traffic monitor. sys.) - Set the assistant for distance
monitoring to the vehicles ahead ■
Active
- Activate/deactivate the assistant
■
Advance warning
(Version 1) - Activate/deactivate advance warning
■
Advance warning
(Version 2) - Activating/deactivating and setting the distance
level at which a warning occurs
■
Display distance warning
- Activate/deactivate distance warnings
Operation
Read and observe
and on page 219 first.
The system support is provided in the following manner.▶ Alerts you about a dangerous proximity to the vehicle ahead.
▶ Warns you of an impending collision.
▶ Assists with a brake action triggered by the driver.
▶ If the driver fails to respond to a detected danger, automatic braking is per-
formed.
The system can work only if the following basic conditions are met. The system is activated.
TCS is activated » page 201.
The vehicle is travelling forwards at a speed of more than approx. 5 km/h.
Note
The system can be impaired or may not be available, for example when driving
in “sharp ”curves or with an ESC engagement » page 200.
Distance warning
Fig. 260
Display in the instrument cluster: Proximity warning
Read and observe and on page 219 first.
If a safe distance from the vehicle ahead is fallen short of, the warning light
appears in the display 
» Fig. 260 .
Immediately increase the proximity if the current traffic situation allows you
to do so!
The proximity at which the warning is displayed depends on the current speed.
The warning may occur when driving between about 60 km/h and 210 km/h.
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