SKODA OCTAVIA 2018 Owner´s Manual

Driving
Starting-off and Driving
Starting and stopping the engine

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

Note
vThe engine running noises may be louder at first for a short time after start-
ing the cold engine.
v
You should not switch on any major electrical components during the heating
period, otherwise the vehicle battery will be drained unnecessarily.

v
After switching off the ignition, the radiator fan may intermittently continue
to run for approx. 10 minutes (also continuously).
Problems with the engine start - vehicles with starter button
Fig. 240
Starting the engine - press the
button with the key

Conditions for the system function
The following conditions must be met for the system to function correctly.
The driver

Brakes and Parking

Release

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

Switching to manual shifting by using the rocker switches under the
multifunction steering wheel

In the area of 1,000 to 1,500 kilometres , the engine load can be increased up
to the maximum permitted engine speed.
Tips for economical driving
The fuel consumption depends on the driving style, road condition, weather conditions and the like.
For an economical driving style, the following instructions must be observed.