2021 SKODA OCTAVIA engine

Engine compartmentAEngine coolant expansion tank of the combus-
tion engine

Warning lightsFunctionality
WARNING
Disregarding the lighting up of the warning lights and
the associated messages on the display of the instru-
ment cluster can lead to accidents, serious injuries or
damage to the vehicle.
The warning lights in the instrument cluster indicate
certain functions or faults.
The illumination of some of the indicator lights may
be accompanied by acoustic signals and messages in
the instrument cluster display.
Additional indicator lights
Depending on the meaning, the additional indicator
light will also light up in the display along with some
of the indicator lights.
- Hazard
- Warning
Warning lights overview
After switching on the ignition, some indicator lights
light up briefly as a function test of the vehicle sys-
tems. If the tested systems are in order, the respec-
tive indicator lights go out a few seconds after the
ignition is switched on or after the engine has been
started.
For further details

NOTICE
Risk of damage to engine compartment compo-
nents!

Driver information systemDigital instrument cluster
Overview
Overview of the instrument cluster display
ABar with indicator lightsBState of charge of the high-voltage batteryCFuel level indicatorDDisplayEDisplay area with selected information for the
driverFCentral display area
NOTICE
Risk of serious damage to the engine and the ex-
haust system!

The selector lever can be moved forwards or
backwards between two positions. As a result, the
mode
for example can be directly selected from
mode and vice versa.
The selected mode is displayed in the instrument
cluster.
Parked vehicle
The drive wheels are
locked.
Select the mode
only when the vehi-
cle is stationary.
Reverse gear
The
mode can be
selected at a speed
below 10 km/h.
Neutral
There is no transmission of engine power to the
wheels.
Forward drive / sports program
In
mode, recuperation braking occurs when
driving downhill and when rolling to a stop. This
will re-charge the high-voltage battery.
In
mode, the gear is changed at higher speeds
than in mode.
The choice between
and is made by moving
the selector lever to the rear.
To choose mode
, or , the engine must be al-
ready started. Only mode can be selected with the
engine stopped and the ignition switched on. This
can, for example, be useful when towing the vehicle
or when driving through a car wash.
Unlock automatic gearbox from mode
is lit up - the automatic gearbox is in mode

Driver assist systems
Braking and stabilising systems Overview
Stabilisation control (ESC)
ESC helps to stabilize the vehicle in borderline situa-
tions (e.g. when the vehicle starts to skid). ESC
brakes the individual wheels to maintain the direc-
tion of travel.
flashes - ESC is engaged
ESC Sport
ESC Sport allows for a sportier driving style.
lit up - ESC Sport is activated
Traction control (TCS)
ASR helps to stabilize the vehicle when accelerating
or driving on low-grip roads. ASR reduces the drive
power transmitted to the wheels when the wheels
spin.
flashes - ASR is engaged
Antilock braking system (ABS)
ABS helps maintain control of the vehicle during
emergency braking. An ABS intervention is noticea-
ble by pulsating movements of the brake pedal.
Motor Slip Regulation (MSR)
MSR helps to maintain control of the vehicle in the
event of a sudden reduction in speed, e.g. on icy
roads. If the drive wheels lock, MSR increases the
engine speed. This reduces the braking e

Engine electronics
Troubleshooting
Hybrid drive system faulty illuminates

NOTICE
Risk of serious damage to the engine and the ex-
haust system!