2016 SKODA OCTAVIA engine

The sensor is a component of the ACC » page 214 and Front Assist
» page 219 systems.
The sensor function may be impaired in the events of one of the following. ▶ The sensor cover is soiled (e.g. with mud, snow etc.).
▶ The area in front of and around the sensor cover is obscured (e.g. by labels,
auxiliary headlights etc.).
▶ When visibility is poor, (e.g. fog, heavy rain, thick snowfall).
If the sensor is covered or dirty, the corresponding message appears in the in-
strument cluster display for the ACC system » page 218, Malfunctions or Front
Assist system » page 221, Malfunctions .WARNING■
If you suspect that the sensor is damaged, deactivate the ACC system and
Front Assist system » page 216» page 220 . Have the sensor checked by a
specialist garage.■
A collision or damage in the front or lower area of the vehicle could affect
the sensor function - there is risk of accident! Have the sensor checked by
a specialist garage.
■
Do not cover the area in front of and around the sensor cover. This can
lead to impaired function of the sensor - risk of accidents!
CAUTION
Remove the snow with a brush and the ice with a solvent-free de-icer.
Braking and stabilisation systems
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Stability Control (ESC)
200
ESC Sport
200
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
201
Engine drag torque control (MSR)
201
Traction control (TCS)
201
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL and XDS)
201
Active steering assist (DSR)
202
Brake Assist (HBA)
202
Hill Start Assist (HHC)
202Multicollision brake (MCB)202Trailer stabilisation system (TSA)202
The brake and stabilization systems are automatically activated each time the
ignition is switched on, unless otherwise indicated.
The error display is in Chapter » page 32, Warning lights .
WARNINGThe general information relating to the use of assistance systems must be
observed » page 199, in section Introduction .
Stability Control (ESC)
Read and observe
on page 200 first.
ESC improves vehicle stability in critical driving situations (e.g. if the vehicle
starts to skid) by the braking the individual wheels to maintain the direction.
If there is a TCS intervention, the indicator light  flashes in the instrument
cluster.
ESC Sport
Read and observe
on page 200 first.
ESC Sport allows for a sportier driving style. With ESC Sport activated, no ESC
intervention takes place when the vehicle slightly oversteers and understeers,
and ASR is so limited that the drive wheels can be spun.
Activation
›
Press and hold down the 
» Fig. 241 on page 201 button.
›
or: On Infotainment, press the button 
→ Press the function area

→
ESC system:
→
ESC Sport
.
With activation the warning light

lights up in the instrument cluster and an
appropriate message is displayed in the instrument cluster.
Deactivation
›
Press the 
» Fig. 241 on page 201 button.
›
or: On Infotainment, press the button 
→ Press the function area

→
ESC system:
→
Activated
.
With deactivation the warning light extinguishes in the instrument cluster
 and an appropriate message is displayed in the instrument cluster.
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Anti-lock braking system (ABS)Read and observe
on page 200 first.
ABS prevents the wheels locking when braking. Thus helping the driver to
maintain control of the vehicle.
The intervention of the ABS is noticeable from the pulsating movements of
the brake pedal which is accompanied by noises.
When the ABS system is active, do not brake periodically or reduce the pres-
sure on the brake pedal.
Engine drag torque control (MSR)
Read and observe
on page 200 first.
MSR counteracts the tendency of the drive wheels to lock during downshifts
or sudden deceleration (e.g. on icy or an otherwise slippery road surface).
If the drive wheels should lock, then the engine speed is automatically in-
creased. This reduces the braking effect of the engine and the wheels can ro-
tate freely again.
Traction control (TCS)
Fig. 241
System button: Vehicle with ESC / vehicle without ESC
Read and observe
on page 200 first.
The ASR prevents spinning of the drive wheels. TCS reduces the drive power transmitted to the wheels in the case of slipping wheels. Thus, for example,
driving on road surfaces with low grip is made easier.
During a TCS intervention, the indicator light  flashes in the instrument clus-
ter.
Deactivation›
Press the 
» Fig. 241 button.
›
or:press the button

» Fig. 241
›
or: On Infotainment, press the button 
→ Press the function area 
→
ESC system:
→
ASR off
.
During deactivation the warning light lights up in the instrument cluster 
and
an appropriate message is displayed in the instrument cluster.
Activation
›
Press the 
» Fig. 241 button.
›
or:press the button

» Fig. 241
›
or: On Infotainment, press the button 
→ Press the function area

→
ESC system:
→
Activated
.
During activation extinguished the warning light
 is and an appropriate mes-
sage is displayed in the instrument cluster.
The TCS should normally always be enabled. The system should be deactivated
only in the following situations, for example. ▶ When driving with snow chains.
▶ When driving in deep snow or on a very loose surface.
▶ When it is necessary to “rock” a car free when it has become stuck.
Note
On vehicles without the ESC system, the warning light  does not illuminate
upon deactivation of the TCS system, but a message is only displayed on the
display of the instrument cluster.
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL and XDS)
Read and observe
on page 200 first.
EDL prevents the turning of the respective wheel of the driven axle. EDL
brakes a spinning wheel if required and transfers the drive power force to the
other drive wheel. Driving becomes easier on road surfaces with different trac-
tion under each wheel of the driven axle.
EDL switches off automatically to avoid excessive heat generation on the
brake of the wheel being braked. Once the brakes have cooled down, there is
an automatic re-activation of EDL. 
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OFF ROADmode
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Operation
203
Hill Descent Assistant
203
ESC OFF ROAD
204
ASR OFF ROAD
204
EDS OFF ROAD
204
ABS OFF ROAD
204
The OFF ROAD mode includes functions that help to overcome routes that are
difficult to navigate when travelling on non-paved roads.
But even with OFF ROAD mode activated, your vehicle is never a true SUV.
WARNINGThe general information relating to the use of assistance systems must be
observed » page 199, in section Introduction .
CAUTION
■
The OFF ROAD mode is not designed for the use on common roads.■All four wheels must be fitted with the same tyres approved by ŠKODA AUTO
to ensure the OFF ROAD mode operates correctly.
Operation
Fig. 242
Button for selecting the driving mode / function surface on the
Infotainment screen
Read and observe and on page 203 first.
OFF ROAD mode intervenes at a speed up to 30 km / h.
We recommend that you activate the OFF ROAD mode for every trip on non-
paved roads.
›
To activate , press the 
» Fig. 242 button.
In the Infotainment screen, a running mode menu » Fig. 242 appears.
›
Press the
Offroad
function surface on the Infotainment screen. The warning
light 
lights up in the instrument cluster.
›
to deactivate press the button 
» Fig. 242 and in the infotainment screen,
choose another mode than the
Offroad
mode.
The following functions are integrated in the OFF ROAD mode.
▶ Hill Descent Assistant » page 203
▶ ESC OFF ROAD » page 204
▶ TCS OFF ROAD » page 204
▶ EDL OFF ROAD » page 204
▶ ABS OFF ROAD » page 204
Note
If the engine “stalls” while driving and is started again within 30 seconds, then
OFF ROAD mode will be automatically activated.
Hill Descent Assistant
Read and observe
and on page 203 first.
The hill descent assistant (hereinafter referred to as assist system), with itsautomatic braking action on all wheels, ensures a constant speed is main-
tained on a steep slope when driving forwards and reversing.
During an intervention of the assistant, the warning light  flashes in the in-
strument cluster.
The assistant is automatically engaged under the following conditions. The engine is running.
For vehicles with Manual transmission the shift lever is in the neutral po-
sition and or the 1st, 2nd, 3rd gear, or reverse gear is engaged.
On vehicles with an automatic transmission , the selector lever is in the R,
N, D/S position or in the Tiptronic position. 
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The downhill gradient is at least 10 % (when driving over sleepers, the lim-
it can briefly drop to 8 %).
Neither the accelerator nor the brake pedal is operated.
Driving speed
Initiate the downhill decent at a reasonable speed of approx. 2 - 30 km / h the
assist maintains this speed when driving downhill constant.
If a forwards or reverse gear is engaged for vehicles with Manual transmis-
sion , the speed must be high enough to avoid “stalling the engine”.
The driving speed can be changed by the brake or accelerator pedal. This is
true even if the shift lever is in the neutral position and the selector lever in
the N position. The engagement of the assistant is resumed after the pedal is
released.WARNINGFor the correct operation of the assistant the road surface must be suffi-
ciently adherent. The assistant cannot properly fulfil its function on slushy
soil due to physical reasons (e.g. ice or mud). - there is a risk of an accident!
Note
When the wizard brakes the vehicle automatically, then the brake light does
not come on.
ESC OFF ROAD
Read and observe
and on page 203 first.
The ESC OFF ROAD makes driving on a dirt roads easier, as no ESC interven-tions occur when the vehicle is slightly over or under steered.
ASR OFF ROAD
Read and observe
and on page 203 first.
The TCS OFF ROAD makes starting and driving on an unpaved surface easier as
it partially allows wheel-spin.
Note
When disabled, the TCS » page 201 OFF ROAD mode works without the sup-
port of the TCS OFF ROAD.EDS OFF ROAD
Read and observe
and on page 203 first.
The EDS OFF ROAD supports the driver when driving on a surface with differ-
ent grip under the drive wheels or when driving over bumps.
A spinning wheel or wheels are braked earlier and with more force than with
the intervention of the standard EDS system.
ABS OFF ROAD
Read and observe
and on page 203 first.
The ABS OFF ROAD supports the driver when braking on an unpaved surface
(e.g. gravel, snow etc.).
The system generated by a controlled locking of the wheels braked wheel be-
fore a “wedge” of piled material, which shortens the braking distance.
Maximum system efficiency is achieved when the front wheels are in the
straight ahead position.
Parking aid (Park Pilot)
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Settings in Infotainment
205
Operation
205
Display Infotainment screen
206
Activation / deactivation
206
Automatic system activation when moving forward
207
The parking aid (hereinafter referred to as system) uses acoustic signals on the
Infotainment screen when manoeuvring around obstacles in the vicinity of the
vehicle.
WARNING■ The general information relating to the use of assistance systems must
be observed » page 199, in section Introduction .■
Moving persons or objects may not be recognized by the system sensors. 
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Fig. 253
Segment display: Examples of status displays the CCS
Read and observe
on page 212 first.
CCS status displays » Fig. 252 , » Fig. 253
Speed is set, control is inactive (in the colour display the digits of speed
limits is shown in grey).
Control active (in the colour display the digits of the speed limits are high-
lighted).
No speed set.
System fault - seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
Basic requirements for start of control The CCS is activated.
On vehicles with manual transmission , second gear or higher is engaged.
On vehicles with an automatic transmission , the selector lever is in the
D/S position or in the Tiptronic position.
The current speed is higher than 20 km/h.
This, however, is only possible to the extent permitted by the engine output
and braking power of the vehicle.
WARNINGIf the engine output or engine braking effect is insufficient to maintain the
set speed, the driver must assume control of the accelerator and brake
pedals!Operation descriptionFig. 254
Cruise control system controls
Read and observe on page 212 first.
Overview of the CCS controls » Fig. 254AActivate CCS (control deactivated) Interrupt control (sprung position) Deactivate CCS (delete set speed)BTake control again a)
/ Increase speedCLaunch control / reduce speeda)
If no speed is set, the current speed is used.
Once the controls are activated, the CCS maintains the vehicle at the set
speed; the indicator light  lights up in the instrument cluster.
Controls are automatically interrupted if any of the following occur.
▶ The brake pedal is operated.
▶ When one of the brake assist systems (e.g. ESC) intervenes.
▶ Through an airbag deployment.
WARNING■ Always deactivate the cruise control system after use to prevent uninten-
tional switching on of the system.■
Control may only be resumed if the set speed is not too high for the cur-
rent traffic conditions.
Note
During control, speed can be increased by pressing the accelerator pedal. Re-
leasing the accelerator pedal will cause the speed to drop again to the set
speed.213Assist systems

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.
214Driving

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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MalfunctionsRead and observe
and on page 219 first.
If, for some unknown reason, the system is not available, an appropriate mes-
sage appears in the display of the instrument cluster.
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 .
System unavailable
If the system is currently unavailable, a message concerning the unavailability
appears. Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine and then start it again. If the
system still is not available, seek the assistance of a specialist garage.
Select the driving mode (Driving Mode Selection)
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Adaptive Chassis Control (DCC)
221
Mode
Eco221
Mode
Comfort222
Mode
normal222
Mode
Sports222
mode
individual222
Mode
Offroad222
Mode selection and infotainment display
223
Individual mode
settings223
By selecting the driving mode, the driving behaviour can be adapted to the de-
sired mode of operation.
The following modes
Eco
.
Comfort
.
Normal
.
Sports
.
Individual
and
Offroad
are availa-
ble.
The
Comfort
is only on vehicles with adaptive chassis control (DCC) and the
mode
Offroad
available only on vehicles Octavia Scout.
WARNINGThe general information relating to the use of assistance systems must be
observed » page 199, in section Introduction .
Adaptive Chassis Control (DCC)
Read and observe
on page 221 first.
The adaptive chassis control (following known as DCC) provides the ability to
adjust the shock characteristics for the sporty, normal or comfortable driving
when the corresponding control mode is selected.
The DCC evaluates steering response and road conditions while driving contin-
uously and adjusts the suspension behaviour within the selected driving mode
accordingly.
Mode
Eco
Read and observe on page 221 first.
This mode is suitable for a relaxed style of driving and helps to save fuel.
Selecting this mode primarily affects the function of the following systems.
Drive
Vehicle acceleration is more relaxed than in
Normal
mode.
The recommended gear is controlled such to achieve the lowest possible fuel
consumption » page 42.
If the START-STOP system is deactivated manually » page 191, this will be auto-
matically activated.
The automatic gearbox is set automatically to mode E » page 195 .
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
Acceleration occurs more relaxed than in
Normal
» page 214 mode with distance
control.
Xenon headlight
The system is in economic mode » page 66. The headlamps are in basic setting
and do not adapt to the direction of travel. 
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