2018 SKODA OCTAVIA lock

CAUTION
vDo not attempt to close the lid manually during electrical motion - there is a
risk of damaging the electric lid operation.
v
Lock the vehicle before driving through a car wash (or with the central lock-
ing button). In some car washes the boot lid might open automatically due to
the pressure action of the washing brushes - there is a risk of damage to the
vehicle interior, as well as to the objects being transported.
CAUTION

v Before opening / closing the flap, check that there are no objects in the
opening / closing area that could damage the flap, and if there are any objects
in the immediate vicinity of the vehicle that could damage the vehicle interior
and the objects being transported.
v
In certain circumstances, if the lid is loaded (e.g. by a thick layer of snow), the
opening process of the lid can be interrupted. Remove the snow from the lid to
re-enable the electrical operation.

v
If the lid closes automatically (e.g. under load of snow), you will hear an inter-
mittent beep.

v
The flap is always to be close before disconnecting the battery.
Description of operationFig. 59
Lid operation

Manual folding mirrors
The mirror can be manually folded towards the side windows. To put it back to
its original position, it should be folded back from the side window until it audi-
bly 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

Storage compartment in the front centre consoleFig. 100
Opening storage compartment/ non-lockable storage com-
partment

"Screen off" mode
With the ignition on and functions Switch off screen (in 10 seconds)
and
Display clockwhen screen is off

Switching the ignition on/offFig. 239
Positions of the vehicle key in the ignition lock / starter button

Park - the position can be set only when the vehicle is at a standstill.
The drive wheels are mechanically locked.
Reverse gear - the position can be set only when the vehicle is at a stand-
still and the engine is at idling speed.
Neutral (idle position) - the power transmission to the drive wheels is in-
terrupted.
Forward mode / sports programme - the gear change takes place in the
position S at higher engine speeds than in mode D
(Sprung position) - choice between positions D and S
If the Sport driving mode is selected with the engine running

WARNINGAfter fitting the tow bar, always secure the lock and remove the key. The
tow bar must not be operated with the key inserted.
Check proper fitting
Fig. 303
Correctly secured ball rod

WARNINGThe maximum vertical load and the maximum trailer load must not be ex-ceeded - there is risk of accident!
Towing a trailer
Driving speed
For safety reasons, do not drive faster than 100 km/h when towing a trailer.
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 accel-
erating.
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