2016 SKODA OCTAVIA engine

Air conditioning (Climatronic)
The air conditioning is controlled so as to save energy. For this reason, for ex-
ample, it may take longer to reach the desired interior temperature in modeNormal
.
Note
■ If a trailer or other accessory is to be connected to the trailer socket, driving
mode Eco
is not available.■
The maximum vehicle acceleration (kick down function) is possible also in
driving mode
Eco
.
Mode
Comfort
Read and observe on page 221 first.
This mode is suitable for driving on roads with poorer surface or for long mo-
torway journeys.
Mode
normal
Read and observe on page 221 first.
This mode is suitable for a conventional driving.
Mode
Sports
Read and observe on page 221 first.
This mode is suitable for a sporty driving.
Selecting this mode primarily affects the function of the following systems.
DCC
The DCC adjusts the chassis for the sporty driving style.
Steering
The power steering is reduced slightly, i.e., the driver needs to exert more
force for steering .
Drive
The vehicle acceleration is more dynamic than in
Normal
mode.
Front axle differential lock
The driving force distribution between the front wheels is adapted to the spor-
ty driving style.
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
The acceleration is quicker than in Normal
mode with distance control
» page 214 .
Xenon headlight
The headlamps adapt to the driving style more dynamically than in mode
Nor-mal
» page 66 .
ProActive passenger protection
The first level of protection is deactivated » page 223.
Engine noise
The engine noise is noticeable in the interior more intensely than in
Normal
mode.
mode
individual
Read and observe on page 221 first.
In the mode
Individual
each system can be set independently » page 223, Indi-
vidual mode
settings
.
Mode
Offroad
Read and observe on page 221 first.
The mode
Offroad
is suitable for driving outside paved roads.
Further information » page 203, OFF ROADmode .
Note
The mode Offroad is deactivated after switching off and switching on the igni-
tion and the mode Normal
is set automatically.222Driving

Mode selection and infotainment displayFig. 262
Button for selecting the driving mode: Version 1 / version 2
Fig. 263
Display in Infotainment screen
Read and observe on page 221 first.
Procedure for the selection of the driving mode
›
Press the buttonand

» Fig. 262 .
In the Infotainment screen, a running mode menu » Fig. 263 appears.
The mode is changed by repeatedly pressing the button  and
 or by tap-
ping the corresponding function surface on the Infotainment screen.
If a driving mode other than
Normal
is selected, then the symbol lights up on
the button  or
 .
If the mode
Sport
or
Individual
was set prior to the engine being switched off
(Drive - Sport), the drive changes to
Normal
mode after the engine is started. In
order to switch back to
Sport
, select mode
Sport
or
Individual
or set the selector
lever of the automatic transmission to mode S.
Function surfaces on the screen » Fig. 263
Sets the mode Individual
and information on the setting of the currently se-
lected mode
Cancel the menu to select driving mode
Modes (the surface of the selected mode is shown in green)
Note
■ The currently selected running mode is displayed in the Infotainment in the
status bar of the main menu of the symbol .■
If the driving mode menu is not operated within a few seconds, the Infotain-
ment switches to the last selected menu or switches off.
Individual mode
settings
Read and observe on page 221 first.
In the
Individual
mode, the following menu items can be set.
■
DCC:
- Adjustment of the shock characteristics
■
Steering:
- Set the power steering characteristics
■
Drive:
- set the drive characteristics
■
Front differential lock:
- Sets the characteristics of the front axle differential lock
■
ACC:
- Set the vehicle acceleration when adaptive cruise control is activated
■
Dynamic Cornering light:
- Set the characteristics of the Xenon headlights
■
Air conditioning:
- Set the Climatronic characteristics
■
Engine sound:
- Sets the engine noise in the vehicle
■
Reset mode
- Setting for all menu items in the
Individual
mode to
Normal
■
Cancel
- Keep the current settings
■
Reset
- cancels all menu items in the
Normal
mode
Proactive passenger protection (Crew Protect Assist)
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Operation
224
Proactive passenger protection (hereafter known as system) increases pas-
senger protection in the front seats in situations that could lead to vehicle im-
pact or overturning. 
ABC223Assist systems

With the engine switched off, the vehicle battery is discharged by the connec-
ted consumers.
At low charge state of the vehicle battery, the power supply to the trailer (ac-
cessories) is interrupted.WARNING■ An improperly connected electrical installation of the trailer (accessories)
may result in an accident or serious injury from electrical shock.■
Do not make any adjustments to the electrical installation of the vehicle
and the trailer (accessories) - risk of an accident or serious injury from elec-
trical shock.
■
After the electrical connection between the vehicle and trailer (accessory)
the trailer / accessory lights should be checked for function.
■
Never use the securing eye to tow - The is a risk of an accident!
CAUTION
■ An improperly connected electrical installation of the trailer (accessories) can
lead to the inoperability of the vehicle electronics.■
The total power consumption of all the connected loads to the trailer power
supply must not exceed 350 watts, otherwise there is a risk of damage to the
electrical system of the vehicle.
Loading a trailer
Correct the tyre inflation pressure on the vehicle for “full load” » page 261.
Distribution of the cargo
Distribute the cargo in the trailer in such a way that heavy items are located as
close to the trailer axle as possible. Secure the load from slipping.
The distribution of the weight is very poor if your vehicle is unladen and the
trailer is laden. Nevertheless, maintain a particularly low speed if you cannot
avoid driving with this combination.WARNINGSliding cargo can significantly adversely affect stability and driving safety -
risk of accident!
Trailer
The permissible trailer load must not be exceeded under any circumstances.Permissible trailer load - OctaviaEngineGearboxPermissible trailer weight, braked (kg) with gradients up to 12%.Permissible trailer weight, unbraked (kg)1.0 l/85 kW TSIMG1300610DSG13006201.2 l/63 kW TSIMG11006101.4 l/81 kW TSI G-TECMG1400690DSG14007001.4 l/110 kW TSIMG1500620DSG15006301.6 l./81 kW MPIMG1100600AG1100620 236Driving

EngineGearboxPermissible trailer weight, braked (kg)with gradients up to 12%.Permissible trailer weight, unbraked (kg)1.8 l/132 kW TSI
MG1600650DSG1600660DSG 4x416007101.6 l/66 kW TDI CRMG1400640
1.6 l/81 kW TDI CR
MG51500650MG61000640MG 4x41700700DSG15006502.0 l/105 kW TDI CRMG1600660DSG1600670
2.0 l/110 kW TDI CR
MG1600660MG 4x42000710DSG16006702.0 l/135 kW TDI CRDSG 4x41800730
Permissible trailer load - Octavia RS
EngineGearboxPermissible trailer weight, braked (kg) with gradients up to 12%.Permissible trailer weight, unbraked (kg)2.0 l./162 kW TSIMG1600710DSG16007202.0 l./169 kW TSIMG1600720DSG1600730
2.0 l/135 kW TDI CR
MG1600720DSG1600730DSG 4x41800750
Permissible trailer load - Octavia Combi
EngineGearboxPermissible trailer weight, braked (kg)with gradients up to 12%.Permissible trailer weight, unbraked (kg)1.0 l/85 kW TSIMG1300620DSG13006301.2 l/63 kW TSIMG1100620 237Towing device and trailer

EngineGearboxPermissible trailer weight, braked (kg)with gradients up to 12%.Permissible trailer weight, unbraked (kg)1.4 l/81 kW TSI G-TECMG1400700DSG14007101.4 l/110 kW TSIMG1500630DSG15006401.6 l./81 kW MPIMG1100610AG1100620
1.8 l/132 kW TSI
MG1600660DSG1600670DSG 4x416007201.6 l/66 kW TDI CRMG1400650
1.6 l/81 kW TDI CR
MG51500660MG61000640MG 4x41700710DSG15006602.0 l/105 kW TDI CRMG1600670DSG1600680
2.0 l/110 kW TDI CR
MG1600670MG 4x42000720DSG16006802.0 l/135 kW TDI CRDSG 4x41800730
Permissible trailer load - Octavia Combi RS
EngineGearboxPermissible trailer weight, braked (kg) with gradients up to 12%.Permissible trailer weight, unbraked (kg)2.0 l/162 kW TSIMG1600720DSG16007302.0 l/169 kW TSIMG1600730DSG1600740
2.0 l/135 kW TDI CR
MG1600730DSG1600740DSG 4x41800750 238Driving

Permissible trailer load - Octavia Combi ScoutEngineGearboxPermissible trailer weight, braked (kg)with gradients up to 12%.Permissible trailer weight, unbraked (kg)1.8 l/132 kW TSIDSG 4x416007501.6 l/81 kW TDI CRMG 4x417007502.0 l/110 kW TDI CRMG 4x420007502.0 l/135 kW TDI CRDSG 4x41800750WARNINGThe maximum vertical load and the maximum trailer load must not be ex-
ceeded - there is risk of an accident!
Trailer operation
Driving speed
For safety reasons, do not drive with the trailer any faster than 100 km/h
(when the towing vehicle is a passenger car of category M1) or 80 km/h (when
the towing vehicle is a truck of category N1).
Immediately reduce your speed as soon as even the slightest swaying of the
trailer is detected. Never attempt to stop the trailer from “swaying” by acceler-
ating.
Brakes
Apply the brakes in good time! If the trailer is fitted with a trailer brake, apply
the brakes gently at first, then brake firmly. This will avoid brake jolts resulting
from the trailer wheels locking.
On downhill sections shift down a gear in good time to also use the engine as
a brake.
WARNINGAlways drive particularly carefully with the trailer.
CAUTION
With frequent towing, the vehicle is excessively loaded so this must also be
checked between service intervals.Anti-theft alarm system
The alarm is triggered if, with a vehicle with activated anti-theft alarm (herein-
after only warning system), the electrical connection to the trailer (accessory)
is interrupted.
Always switch off the anti-theft alarm system before a trailer (accessory) is
coupled or uncoupled » page 55.
Conditions for including a trailer (accessory) in the anti-theft alarm system. The vehicle is factory-fitted with an anti-theft alarm system and a towing
device.
The trailer (accessory) is electrically connected to the towing vehicle by
means of the trailer socket.
The electrical system of the vehicle and trailer (accessory) is functional.
The vehicle is locked and the anti-theft alarm system is activated.
The trailer (accessory) is not equipped with LED taillights.239Towing device and trailer

WARNING■No changes may be made to airbag system components, the front bump-
er and the bodywork.■
Any work on the airbag system including the installation and removal of
system components due to other repair work (e.g. removal of the steering
wheel) must only be carried out by a specialist garage.
■
Do not manipulate individual parts of the airbag system, as this might re-
sult in the airbag being deployed.
■
If the airbag has been deployed, the airbag system must be replaced.
WARNINGThe airbag system operates using pressure sensors located in the front
doors. For this reason, no adjustments may be carried out to the doors or
door panels (e.g. installation of additional loudspeakers). Resulting damage
can impair the functioning of the airbag system -There is a risk of accidents
and fatal injuries! The following guidelines must therefore be observed.■
Any work on the front doors and their door panels must be carried out by
a specialist garage.
■
Never drive the vehicle with the inner door panels removed or with open-
ings in the panelling.
Acceptance and recycling of used vehicles
Read and observe
on page 240 first.
All new ŠKODA vehicles are 95% recyclable.
Service intervals
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Overview of service intervals
243
Fixed service intervals QI1 - QI4
243
Variable service interval QI6
243
Digital Service Plan
244
The service interval display in the display of the instrument cluster will remind
you to carry out every service stipulated by the manufacturer at the right time
in order to prevent you from forgetting any » page 48.
The completion of services can be verified through the printed verification
from the digital service schedule and the respective receipts.
The specified service intervals are tailored to normal operating conditions.
In the case of aggravated operating conditions, it will be necessary to have
some service work carried out before the date of the next regular service or
between the specified service intervals. This applies mainly to the cleaning or
the replacement of the air filter insert in regions with heavy dust pollution as
well as checking and replacing the toothed belt, but also to vehicles with die-
sel particle filters, which can put greater strain on the engine oil.
The following is taken to mean aggravated operating conditions:
▶ Fuel containing sulphur.
▶ Frequent short trips.
▶ Longer periods of engine idling (e.g. taxis).
▶ Operation in areas with heavy dust pollution.
▶ Frequent trailer operation.
▶ Predominantly stop-and-go traffic as is e.g. often the case in city driving.
▶ Operation predominantly during winter.
You will be told at the specialist garage whether the operating conditions of
your vehicle may make it necessary for service work to be carried out between
the normal service intervals.
Different service charges may apply according to the particular scope of work
required, the vehicle type and specification, and your vehicle’s condition.
Note
■ The customer is responsible for covering the cost of all services including
changing or replenishing the oil, even during the warranty period, unless sta-
ted otherwise in the ŠKODA AUTO warranty terms or other agreements.■
You will be informed about the service checks and actions at each service by
the specialist garage.
242General Maintenance

Overview of service intervalsFig. 283
Vehicle data: Service Interval
The service interval prescribed by the manufacturer is indicated on the vehicle
data » Fig. 283 . The vehicle data is affixed in the instructions and under the
floor covering in the luggage compartment.
One of the following service intervals applies for your vehicle. ▶ Fixed service interval QI1.
▶ Fixed service interval QI2.
▶ Fixed service interval QI3.
▶ Fixed service interval QI4.
▶ Variable service interval QI6.
In order to operate a vehicle with a variable service interval, it must only be
filled and topped up with the prescribed engine oil.
If this engine oil is not available, the oil change is subject to a fixed service in-
terval. In this case, the vehicle must be changed to the fixed service interval.
Note
■
The corresponding motor oil specifications » page 255.■For vehicles with variable service interval QI6 you can initiate a change to the
fixed service interval or back to the variable service interval to be carried out
by a specialist garage.Fixed service intervals QI1 - QI4
Oil change serv- ice
QI1Every 5 000 km or every 1 year a)
.QI2Every 7 500 km or every 1 year a)
.QI3Every 10 000 km or every 1 year a)
.QI4Every 15 000 km or every 1 year a)
.Inspection b)
Variant 1
QI1 - QI4
After the first 30 000 km or 2 years a)
, then every
30 000 km or every 1 year a)
.Inspection b)
Variant 2Every 15 000 km or every 1 year a)
.Inspection b)
Variant 3Every 10 000 km or every 1 year a)
.Brake fluid
changeQI1 - QI4First change after 3 years, then every 2 years.a)
Depending on which comes first.
b)
For information about the variant that applies to your vehicle, please contact a ŠKODA partner.
WARNINGThe brake fluid must always be changed after the first 3 years and then ev-
ery 2 years. Longer intervals between changing the brake fluid can cause
vapour bubbles to form in the brake system when braking sharply. This can
impair the efficiency of the brakes –There is an risk of accident!
Note
For diesel operation with a high sulphur content, an oil change service must be
carried out every 7 500 km. Ask your specialist garage for information on the
countries where diesel fuel has a high sulphur content.
Variable service interval QI6
The oil change service intervals depend on the intensity at which the vehicle is
driven and the local conditions in which the vehicle is used. For example, your
vehicle is subjected to different demands when driven over short distances
than when driven over long distances. The intervals are therefore variable.
Oil change serv-
iceIn accordance with the service interval display (after 30
000 km or 2 years a)
at the latest).Inspection b)
Variant 1After the first 30 000 km or 2 years a)
, then every 30 000
km or every 1 year a)
. 243Care and maintenance