2016 SKODA OCTAVIA load capacity

Coolant temperature gaugeFig. 18
Coolant temperature gauge
The display » Fig. 18 only works if the ignition is switched on.
Cold range - The pointer is in the range
A
, the engine has not yet reached its
operating temperature. Avoid high speeds and high engine loads.
Operating range - The pointer is in the range
B
.
High temperature range The pointer is in the range
C
. The coolant tempera-
ture is too high. The warning light 
» page 38 illuminates in the instrument
cluster.
Fuel gauge - natural gas
Fig. 19
Gas gauge
The display » Fig. 19 only works if the ignition is switched on.
The capacity of the natural gas fuel tank is approximately 15 kg.
If this fuel level reaches the reserve area, in the display the icon  and a re-
quest for natural gas refuelling is displayed.
NoteThe arrow next to the symbol within the fuel gauge displays the installation
location of the fuel filler on the right side of the vehicle.
Fuel gauge - Petrol/ Diesel
Fig. 20
Petrol/ diesel reserve display
The display » Fig. 20 only works if the ignition is switched on.
The contents of the fuel tank for petrol / diesel is approximately 50 litres.
If the fuel level reaches the reserve level
A
» Fig. 20 , the warning light 
illu-
minates in the instrument cluster » page 36.
WARNINGFor the vehicle systems to function correctly, and thus for safe driving,
there must be sufficient fuel in the tank. Never drain the fuel tank com-
pletely – risk of accident!
CAUTION
Never drive until the fuel tank is completely empty! Irregular supply of fuel can
cause misfiring, which can result in damage to parts of the engine and the ex-
haust system.
Note
■ After filling up, it’s possible that during dynamic driving (e.g. numerous
curves, braking, driving downhill and climbing a steep hill) the fuel gauge indi-
cates a fraction less.■
The arrow 
next to the symbol 
within the fuel gauge displays the installa-
tion location of the fuel filler on the right side of the vehicle.
31Instruments and warning lights

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.
›
To open , lift the handle and fold out the compartment in the direction of the
arrow » Fig. 76 .
›
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

CAUTIONEnsure that battery acid does not come into contact with the bodywork –
There is a risk of damage to the vehicle.
Note
■ We recommend having all work on the vehicle battery carried out by a spe-
cialist garage.■
You should replace batteries older than 5 years.
Check condition
Fig. 296
Vehicle battery: Open the cover / acid level indicator
Read and observe
and on page 258 first.
The battery condition is checked regularly by a specialist garage as part of the
inspection service.
Check the acid level
For car batteries with acid level indicator, acidity can be checked on the basis
of a colour display. In vehicle batteries with the label “AGM” there is no acid
level examination.
Depending on the equipment, the vehicle battery may be provided with a cov-
er, this can be opened in the direction of arrow » Fig. 296 -
 .
Air bubbles can influence the colour of the indicator. For this reason carefully
tap on the indicator before carrying out the check » Fig. 296 -
 .
Black colour – electrolyte level is correct.
Colourless or light yellow colour – electrolyte level too low, the battery must be replaced.
Battery discharge
If frequent short journeys are made, the vehicle battery does not recharge suf- ficiently.
The battery capacity decreases at low temperatures.
If the vehicle is not used for longer than 3 to 4 weeks, then disconnect the
negative terminal 
of the battery or charge the battery constantly with a very
low charging current.
Charging
Read and observe
and on page 258 first.
Only charge the battery when the ignition and all consumers are switched off.
Refer to the instructions of the charger manufacturer.
Charging
›
For vehicles with the START-STOP system or auxiliary heater
, connect the
-terminal of the charger on the battery’s -pole,
 the -terminal of the
charger to the ground point of the engine » page 272.
›
For vehicles without the START-STOPsystem or auxiliary heating, connect
the charger terminals to the corresponding battery poles (  to
,
 to
).
›
Plug the mains cable of the charger into the power socket and switch on the
device.
›
After charging has been successful: Switch off the charger and remove the
mains cable from the power socket.
›
Disconnect the terminals of the charger from the vehicle battery.
A charging current of 0.1 multiple of the total vehicle battery capacity (or low-
er) must be used until full charging is achieved.
WARNING■ When charging the vehicle battery, hydrogen is released - risk of explo-
sion. An explosion can be caused through sparking while unclamping or
loosening the cable plug.■
So-called “quick-charging” of the vehicle battery is dangerous and re-
quires a special charger and specialist knowledge. Therefore, have“Quick
loading” carried out by a specialist garage.
259Inspecting and replenishing

In vehicles with tyre pressure monitoring, save the tyre pressure values in the
system » page 229 .WARNING■
Never drive with more than one temporary spare wheel mounted!■Avoid full throttle acceleration, sharp braking and fast cornering when
driving with the temporary spare wheel.■
Do not use snow chains on the temporary spare wheel.
■
Observe instructions on the warning sign of the emergency wheel.
Tyre marking
Explanation of tyre markings - e.g. 195/65 R 15 91 T
195Tyre width in mm65Height/width ratio in %RCode letter for the type of tyre – Radial15Diameter of wheel in inches91Load indexTSpeed symbol
Load index - indicates the maximum permissible load for each individual tyre
Load index8889909192939495Load
(In kg)560580600615630650670690
Speed symbol - indicates the maximum permissible speed for a vehicle fitted
with tyres in a given category
Speed
symbolSTUHVWYMaximum speed
(in km/h)180190200210240270300WARNINGNever exceed the maximum permissible load bearing capacity and speed
for the tyres fitted – risk of accident.
Operating in winter conditions
All-year (or “winter”) tyres
All-year or “winter” tyres (indicated by an M+S or a mountain peak/snowflake
symbol ) to improve the performance of the vehicle in winter conditions.
To get the best possible driving characteristics, all-year or “winter” tyres, with a minimum tread depth of 4 mm on all four wheels, should be fitted.
If “winter” tyres are mounted, summer tyres should be fitted again in good
time as they provide better handling properties, a shorter braking distance,
less tyre noise and reduced tyre wear on roads which are free of snow and ice
as well as at temperatures above 7 °C.
Speed symbol
All-year or “winter” tyres (marked with M+S and a peak/snowflake symbol
)
of a lower speed category than listed in the vehicle’s technical documentation
can be used provided that the maximum permissible speed for these tyres is
not exceeded even if the maximum possible speed of the vehicle is higher.
The speed limit for all-season or “Winter” tires can be adjusted in the infotain-
ment menu 

→

→
Tyres
.
If the vehicle has all-season or “winter” tires of a lower speed category then
the specified maximum speed of the vehicle (referring to tyres that have not
been delivered by the factory, a warning label with the maximum value of the
speed category provided for the mounted tyres must be fixed in the interior of
the vehicle in a constantly visible place in the driver’s field of vision. The warn-
ing label (sticker) can be replaced by setting the maximum value of the speed
category supplied for the mounted tyres in Infotainment 1)
. This specification
defines the maximum vehicle speed with mounted all-season or “winter”tyres
that may not be exceeded.
Snow chains
The snow chains improve handling in wintry road conditions. 
1)
Valid in certain countries.
263Wheels

The approved tyres and rim sizes for your vehicle are listed in the vehicle's
technical documentation (the so called COC document) and this also states the
declaration of conformity.
Rating plate
The type plate » Fig. 342 is located at the bottom of the B-pillar on the right-
hand driver's side.
The type plate contains the following data. Vehicle manufacturers
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
Maximum permissible gross weight
Maximum permissible towed weight (towing vehicle and trailer)
Maximum permissible front axle load
Maximum permissible rear axle load
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
The vehicle identification number - VIN (vehicle body number) is stamped into
the engine compartment on the right hand suspension strut dome. This num-
ber is also located on a sign on the lower left hand edge below the windscreen
(together with a VIN bar code), and on the type plate.
The VIN number can also be displayed in the Infotainment menu 

→

→
service
.
Engine number
The engine number (three-digit identifier and serial number) is stamped on the
engine block.
Supplementary Information (applies to Russia)
The full type approval number of the means of transport is indicated in the
registration documents, field 17.
Maximum permissible trailer weight
The listed maximum allowable trailer weight is only valid for altitudes up to
1000 m above sea level.
The engine output falls as the height increases, as does the ability to climb.
Therefore, for every additional 1000 m in height (or part), the maximum per-
missible towed weight must be reduced by 10%.
The towed weight is made up of the actual weights of the loaded towing vehi-
cle and the loaded trailer.
123456WARNINGDo not exceed the specified maximum permissible weights – risk of acci-
dent and damage!
Operating weight
This value is only a guide value and corresponds to the lowest possible operat-
ing weight without any equipment added that would also increase the weight
(e.g. air conditioning, emergency or spare wheel etc.). It also includes a weight
allowance for the driver (75 kg), the weight of the operating fluids, the tool kit
and a fuel tank filled to 90 % capacity.
Operating weight - Octavia
EngineTransmissionOperating weight (kg)1.0 l./85 kW TSIMG1225DSG12501.2 l/63 kW TSIMG12251.4 l/81 kW TSI G-TECMG1394DSG1419
1.4 l/110 kW TSI
MG (EU5)1250MG (EU6)1255DSG (EU4, EU5)1265DSG (EU6)12701.6 l/81 kW MPIMG1210AG1250
1.8 l/132 kW TSI
MG (EU4, EU5)1315MG (EU6)1320/1315 a)DSG 4x41428DSG (EU4, EU5)1330DSG (EU6)1335/1330 a)1.6 l/66 kW TDI CRMG1305
1.6 l/81 kW TDI CR
MG51305MG61280MG 4x41413DSG1320
289Technical data

Swing Main menu151
Telephone151
Telephone book158
Telephone call160
Text messages (SMS)161
User profile126, 132
Voicemail157
Telephone book158
Telephone call160
Telephone connection types149
Telephone functions157
Telephone number157
Telephone Premium rSAP
155
Text messages161
New161
Received162
Through-loading bag89
Ticket holder83
Tilt / slide sunroof Activate operation
62
Operation62
Sunblind63
Time42, 123, 130
Tiptronic195
Tire Wear indicator
262
TMC Detail of the traffic report
186
dynamic route186
List of traffic reports185
Requirements185
TMC (Traffic reports)185
Tone dialling160
Tools266
Top speeds129
TOP TETHER26
Touch screen115
Towing274
Towing away273
Towing device Accessories
235
Description231
Vertical load230
Towing eye274
Towing protection56
Towing the vehicle273
Traction control (TCS)34, 201
Traffic Detail of the traffic report
186
dynamic route186
List of traffic reports185
Requirements185
Traffic jam ahead186
Traffic obstruction186
Traffic program (TP)136
Traffic reports (TMC) Detail of the traffic report
186
List of traffic reports185
Requirements185
Traffic sign recognition226
Traffic Sign Recognition dysfunction
228
Information messages228
Settings in Infotainment227
Traffic signs see Traffic sign recognition
226
Trailer Connect and disconnect
235
Load236
loading236
Trailer operation239
Trailer operation239
Trailer stabilisation system (TSA)202
Trailer towing230
navigation180
Transit point182
Transport Luggage compartment93
Roof rack103
Towing device and trailer230
Transporting children22
Triangle265
TSA202
Turning off Infotainment117
Turning on Infotainment117
Turn signal65
Turn signal system Warning light
36
Tyre load capacity263
Tyre pressure261
Warning light35
Tyre pressure monitor refer to the tyre pressure monitoring
229
Tyre pressure monitoring229
Warning light35
Tyre repair270
Tyres260
damage260
Explanation of the label263
new260
Tyre pressure261
Tyre size263
U
Umbrella Tray
87
Units123, 130
Unlatch KESSY
52
Key51
Unlock Individual settings
53
314Index