ESP SKODA OCTAVIA TOUR 2009 1.G / (1U) User Guide

Seats and Storage
68luggage compartmentLoading the luggage compartmentPlease observe the following in the inte rest of having good handling char-
acteristics of your vehicle:
– Distribute the items of luggage as evenly as possible.
– Place heavy objects as far forward as possible.
– Attach the items of luggage to the lashing eyes or the safety net* ⇒page 68.In the event of an accident, there is such a high kinetic energy which is produced by
small and light objects that they can caus e severe injuries. The magnitude of the
kinetic energy depends on the speed at wh ich the vehicle is travelling and on the
weight of the object. The speed at which the vehicle is travelling is in this case the
more significant factor.
Example: In the event of a frontal collision at a speed of 50 km/h, an unsecured
object with a weight of 4.5 kg produces an energy, which corresponds to 20 times
its own weight. This means that it results in a weight of approx. 90 kg. You can
imagine the injuries that can occur, if th is “bullet” is flying through the interior
compartment and hits an occupant.
WARNING
•
Store the objects in the luggage comp artment and attach them to the
lashing eyes.
•
Loose objects in the passenger compartment can be thrown forward
during a sudden manoeuvre or in case of an accident and can injure the
occupants or other oncoming traffic. This risk is still increased, if the objects
which are flying around are hit by a depl oyed airbag. In this case, the objects
which are thrown back can injure the occupants - hazard.
•
Please note that the handling properti es of your vehicle may be affected
when transporting heavy objects as a result of the displacement of the centre of gravity. The speed and style
of driving must be adjusted accord-
ingly.
•
The items carried in the luggage compar tment should be stored in such
a way that no objects are able to slip forward if there are any sudden driving
or braking manoeuvres undertaken - risk of injury!
•
Never drive with the boot lid fully opened or slightly ajar otherwise
exhaust gases may get into the interior of the vehicle - risk of poisoning!
•
On no account exceed the permissible axle loads and the permissible
gross weight of the vehicle - risk of accident!
•
Never transport occupants in the luggage compartment!Caution
Please ensure that the heating elements of the rear window heater are not
damaged as a result of objects sliding in this area.
Note
Tyre pressure must be adjusted to the load ⇒page 175, fig. 161 .Lashing eyes
WARNING (continued)
Fig. 69 Luggage compart-
ment: Lashing eyes (Octavia)
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Heating and air conditioning system
92Recirculated air mode
In recirculated air mode air is sucked out of the interior of the vehicle
and then fed back into the interior.Recirculated air mode prevents polluted air outside the vehicle from
getting into the vehicle, for example when driving through a tunnel or
when standing in a traffic jam.
Switching recirculated air mode on
– Press the button - the warning light lights up in the button.
Switching recirculated air mode off
– Press again the button or the button - the warning light in
the button goes out.
WARNING
You should not leave recirculated air mode on over a longer period of time,
as “stale” air may result in fatigue in the driver and occupants, divert your
attention and also cause the windows to mist up. The risk of having an acci-
dent increases. Switch recirculated air mode off as soon as the windows
begin misting up.
Note
If the windscreen mists up, press the button ⇒page 90, fig. 102 . After the
windscreen has been demisted, press the button .Setting temperatureYou can set the interior temperature randomly with the buttons and .
You can set the interior temperature between +18°C (64°F) and +29°C (28.89°C).
The interior temperature is regulated automa tically within this range. If you select
the temperature below +18°C (17.78°C), “LO” appears in the display. If you select
the temperature higher than +29°C (28.89°C), “HI” appears in the display. In both
limit positions the Climatronic operates at maximum cooling or heating capacity,
respectively. The temperature is not controlled in this case.
Lengthy and uneven distribution of the air flow out of the vents (in particular at the
leg area) and large differences in temperature, for example when getting out of the
vehicle, can result in chills in sensitive persons.Controlling blower
There are a total of six blower stages available.The Climatronic system controls the bl ower stages automatically in line
with the interior temperature. You can also, however, adapt the blower
stages manually to suit your particular needs.
– Press the button or ⇒page 90, fig. 102 in order to decrease or
increase the speed.Switch off the blowers, the Climatronic is switched off and in the display shows
OFF .
The set blower speed is indicated by the lighting up of the respective number of
bars at the point .
WARNING
•
“Stale air” may result in fatigue in the driver and occupants, reduce
attention levels and also cause the windows to mist up. The risk of having an
accident increases.
•
Do not switch the Climatronic syst em off for longer than necessary.
•
Switch the Climatronic system on as soon as the windows mist up.
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Starting-off and Driving99
Using the system
Safety
Driving Tips
General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
Technical Data
Range of sensors
The clearance warning begins at a distance
of about 160 cm from the obstacle (area
⇒ page 98, fig. 108 ). The interval between the warning signals becomes shorter
as the clearance is reduced.
A continuous tone sounds from a distance of ap prox. 30 cm (area ) - danger
area. You should not reverse any further after this signal sounds!
Activating
The parking aid is activated automatically when reverse gear is engaged and the
ignition is turned on. This is confirmed by a brief acknowledgement signal.
Deactivating
The parking aid is deactivated by removing the reverse gear.
WARNING
•
The parking aid is not a substitute fo r the driver paying proper attention
and it is always the driver's responsibility to take care when parking the
vehicle or carrying out similar manoeuvres.
•
You should therefore satisfy yourself, before reversing, that there is no
small obstacle, such as a rock, thin po st, trailer drawbar etc., behind your
vehicle. Such an obstacle might not be within the range detected by the
sensors.Note
•
The parking aid does not operate if you are towing a trailer (applies to models
which feature a factory-fitted towing device*).
•
If a warning signal sounds for about 3 se conds after switching the ignition on
and engaging reverse gear, and there is no obstacle close to your car, this indicates
a system fault. Have the fault rectified by a specialist workshop.
•
The sensors must be kept clean and free of ice to enable the parking aid to
operate properly.
Cruise control system (CCS)*IntroductionThe cruise control system (CCS) maintains a constant speed, more than 30 km/h
(20 mph), once it has been set, without yo u having to depress the accelerator pedal.
This is only possible within the range wh ich is permitted by the power output and
braking power of the engine. The cruise co ntrol system makes it possible - particu-
larly on long journeys - for you to rest your “accelerator foot”.
WARNING
•
The cruise control system must not, for safety reasons, be used in dense
traffic or on unfavourable road surfaces (such as icy roads, slippery roads or
loose chippings) - risk of accident!
•
In order to prevent unintentional use of the cruise control system,
always switch off the system after use.Note
•
Models fitted with a manual gearbox: Always depress the clutch pedal if you
switch on the cruise control system when the gearbox is in Neutral. Otherwise the
engine can rev up unintentionally.
•
The cruise control system is not able to maintain a constant speed when driving
on steep downhill sections. The weight of the vehicle increases the speed at which
it travels. One should shift down in good time to a lower gear or slow the vehicle
down by applying the foot brake.
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Communication
102CommunicationMultifunction steering wheel*Operating the radio systemThe driver can set the basic functions of the radio system by simply operating the
buttons located on the steering wheel so th at he can concentrate on the traffic situ-
ation without being distracted as little as possible by operating the radio system
⇒ fig. 110 .
This applies only if your radio equipment has been installed at the factory. You can
of course operate the radio system at the appliance. You will find a description in
the operating instructions of your radio system.
The assignment of the pushbuttons in the steering wheel may differ depending on
the vehicle equipment.
The buttons 1, 2 , 3 and 4 make it possible to operate the main functions of the
cruise control system and the radio. Observe the further information from the rele-
vant operating instructions.
If the headlights are switched on, the buttons on the steering wheel are illuminated
when pressing the button ⇒fig. 110 (see arrow).
By pressing the buttons, you can carry out the following functions: The buttons apply for the respective operating mode of the current radio system.
Note
The loudspeakers in the vehicle are
matched to a power output of 30 W.Operating cruise control systemUsing the system
– The cruise control system is switch ed on by moving the button into
the position ON (ON) ⇒page 100, fig. 109 .
Fig. 110 Multifunction
steering wheel: control
buttons
Button
Radio
CD
Increasing the volume
, reducing the volume

Button for stored transmitter
forward°

back°

Title searchforward

back

A1A2
Fig. 111 Multifunction
steering wheel: Operating
buttons for the cruise control
system
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Passive Safety105
Using the system
Safety
Driving Tips
General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
Technical Data
SafetyPassive SafetyBasic informationDriving the safe way
Passive safety measures reduce the risk of injury in accident situa-
tions.In this section you will find important inform ation, tips and notes on the subject of
passive safety in your vehicle. We ha ve combined everything here which you
should be familiar with, for example, regarding seat belts, airbags, child seats and
safety of children. It is therefore importan t, in particular, to comply with the notes
and warnings in this section for your own interest and in the interest of those trav-
elling with you.
WARNING
•
This chapter contains important information on how to use the vehicle
for the driver and his occupants. You will find further information on safety,
which concerns you and those travelling with you, in the following chapters
of this Owner's Manual.
•
The complete on-board literature should always be in the vehicle. This
applies in particular, if you rent out or sell the vehicle.
Safety equipment
The safety equipment is part of the occupant protection and it can
reduce the risk of injuries in accident situations.“Do not put at risk” your safety and the safety of those travelling with you . In the
event of an accident, the safety equipmen t can reduce the risk of injuries. The
following list contains part of th e safety equipment in your vehicle:
•
three-point seat belts for all the seats,*,
•
belt force limiter for front seats*,
•
belt tensioner for front seats*,
•
seat belt height adjuster for front seats,
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front airbags*,
•
side airbags*,
•
anchoring points for child seat using the “ISOFIX” system,
•
head restraint adjustable for height,
•
adjustable steering column.
The specified safety equipment works toge ther, in order to optimally protect you
and those travelling with you in accident situations. The safety equipment does not
protect you or the people travelling with you, if you or your occupants adopt an
incorrect seated position or the equipmen t is not correctly adjusted or used.
Fo r t h i s re a s o n y o u w i l l b e p ro v i d e d w i th i n fo rm a ti o n o n w hy t h i s e q u i p m e nt i s v e r y
important, how it protects you and the o ccupants, what should be observed when
using the equipment and how you and the pe ople travelling with you can make full
use of the existing safety equipment. This Owner's Manual contains important
warning notes, which you and those travelli ng with you should pay attention to in
order to reduce a risk of injury.
Safety concerns everybody!
Before setting off
The driver is always fully responsible for his occupants and for the
operating safety of the vehicle.For your own safety and the safety of the people travelling with you, please pay
attention to the following points before setting off:
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106•
Ensure that the lighting and the turn signal system are functioning properly.
•
Inspect the tyre inflation pressure.
•
Ensure that all the windows offer a good visibility to the outside.
•
Safely attach the items of luggage ⇒page 68, “Loading the luggage compart-
ment”.
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Ensure that no objects can obstruct the pedal.
•
Adjust the mirror, the front seat and the head restraint to match your body size.
•
Point out to your occupants that the head restraints must be adjusted to match
their body size.
•
Protect the children in suitable child se ats with correctly fastened seat belts
⇒ page 125, “Transporting children safely”.
•
Adopt the correct seated position ⇒page 106, “Correct seated position”. Also
inform your occupants to adopt the correct seated position.
•
Fasten the seat belt correctly. Also inform your occupants to properly fasten the
seat belts ⇒page 112, “How are seat belts correctly fastened?”.
What influences the driving safety?
The driving safety is primarily dete rmined by the style of driving and
the personal behaviour of all the occupants.The driver is fully responsible for himself and his occupants. If your driving safety is
effected, you place yourself and the oncomi ng traffic at risk. Please refer to the
following guidelines.•
Do not get distracted from concentrating on the traffic situation, e.g. by your
occupants or mobile phone calls.
•
Never drive when your driving ability is impaired, e.g. through medication,
alcohol, drugs.
•
Keep to the traffic regulations and the permissible speed limit.
•
Adjust the driving speed at all times to the road condition as well as to the traffic
and weather conditions.
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Take regular breaks on long journe ys - at the latest every two hours.
Correct seated positionCorrect seated position for the driver
Correct seated position for the driver is important for safe and
relaxed driving.For your own safety and to reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accident, we
recommend the following setting:•
Adjust the steering wheel so that the distance between the steering wheel and
your chest is at least 25 cm ⇒fig. 113 .
•
Position the driver seat in the forward/ back direction so that you are able to
press the pedals with your legs at a slight angle .
Fig. 113 The correct distance
of the driver from the
steering wheelFig. 114 The correct head
restraint adjustment for the
driver
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108•
The backrests must not be angled too far back when driving otherwise
this will affect proper operation of th e seat belts and of the airbag system -
risk of injury!
Correct seated position for the occupants on the rear seats
Occupants on the rear seats must sit upright, keep the feet in the
footwell and must have their se at belts correctly fastened.To reduce the risk of injury in the event of a sudden braking manoeuvre or an acci-
dent, the occupants on the rear seats must observe the following:•
Adjust the head restraints so that the top edge of the head restraints are at the
same level as the upper part of your head ⇒page 106, fig. 114 .
•
Fasten the seat belt correctly ⇒ page 112, “How are seat belts correctly
fastened?”.
•
If you are transporting ⇒page 125, “Transporting children safely” children in
the vehicle, please use a suitable child restraint system.
WARNING
•
The head restraints must always be adjusted to match the body size, in
order to offer an optimal protection for you and your occupants.
•
Always keep your feet in the footwell when the car is being driven - never
put your feet out of the window or on the surfaces of the seats. You will be
exposed to increased risk of injury if it becomes necessary to apply the brake
or in the event of an accident. If an airbag is deployed, you may suffer fatal
injuries when adopting an incorrect seated position!
•
If the occupants on the rear seats are no t sitting upright, the risk of injury
is increased due to incorrect routing of the seat belt.
Examples of an incorrect seated position
An incorrect seated position can lead to severe injuries or death for
the occupants.Seat belts offer their optimum protection on ly if the webbing of the seat belts is
properly routed. Incorrect seated positio ns considerably reduce the protective
functions of the seat belts and therefore incr ease the risk of injury due to an incor-
rect routing of the seat belt. The driver is fully responsible for himself and the occu-
pants, in particular for the children. Do not permit an occupant to adopt an incor-
rect seated position when the car is moving.
The following list contains the examples of seated positions which are dangerous
for the occupants. This list is not comple te, however we would like you to get inter-
ested in this subject.
Therefore, while the car is moving never:•
stand up in the vehicle,
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stand up on the seats,
•
kneel onto the seats,
•
tilt the backrest fully to the back,
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lean against the dash panel,
•
lie on the rear seats,
•
only sit on the front area of the seat,
•
sit to the side,
•
lean out of the window,
•
put the feet out of the window,
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put the feet on the dash panel,
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put the feet on the seat upholstery,
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occupy the footwell,
•
have the seat belt not fastened,
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occupy the luggage compartment.
WARNING (continued)
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Seat belts
116•
The protective function of the system is only adequate for a single acci-
dent. If the belt tensioners have been deployed, it is then necessary to
replace the entire system.
•
The Owner's Manual must also be handed over to the new owner if the
vehicle is sold.Note
•
Smoke is generated when the belt tensione rs are deployed. This is not an indi-
cation of a fire in the vehicle.
•
It is essential to pay attention to relevant safety regulations if the vehicle or indi-
vidual parts of the system are scrapped. Sp ecialist garages are familiar with these
regulations and will be able to provide you with detailed information in this respect.
•
When disposing of vehicle or parts of the system, it is important to comply with
the national legal requirements.WARNING (continued)
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Airbag system123
Using the system
Safety
Driving Tips
General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
Technical Data
tries this must be in the direction of travel due to other legal regulations applying)
⇒
page 125, “Important safety information regarding the use of child safety seats”
•
you are not able to maintain the distance of at least 25 cm between middle of
steering wheel and chest, despite the driver seat being correctly adjusted,
•
special attachments are required in the area of the steering wheel because of a
physical disability,
•
you have installed other seats (e.g. orthopaedic seats without side airbags).
Monitoring the airbag system
The functionality of the airbag system is also monitored electronically, when one
airbag has been switched off
If the airbag was switched of f using diagnostic equipment:
•
The airbag indicator light in the instrume nt cluster lights up for about 3 seconds
after switching on the ignition and then flashes after that for a further 12 seconds.
Front passenger airbags switched off using the switch for front passenger
airbags* in storage compartmen t on the front passenger side:
•
The airbag warning light comes on in the instrument cluster for about 4 seconds
each time the ignition is switched on.
•
The deactivation of the airbag is indica ted by the lighting up of the indicator
light 
 at the front interior lighting of the vehicle ⇒page 123.
Note
A specialist garage will be able to advise you whether national legislation in your
country allows airbags in your vehicl e to be deactivated, and which ones.
Switch for the front passenger airbag(s)*If the vehicle is fitted with side airbags, the front passenger airbag as well
as the side passenger airbag can be deactivated by using the switch.
Deactivating an airbag
– Switch off the ignition.
– Turn the slot of the airbag switch using the key in the position OFF
⇒ fig. 130 (vertical position).
Fig. 130 Storage compart-
ment: Switch for the front
passenger airbag(s)Fig. 131 Warning light for
the deactivation of the front
passenger airbag(s)
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– Check whether the airbag indicator light


lights up at the
interior lighting (front) when the ignition is turned on ⇒page 123,
fig. 131 .
Switching on an airbag
– Switch off the ignition.
– Turn the slot of the airbag swit ch using the key in the position ON
⇒ page 123, fig. 130 (horizontal position).
– Check whether the airbag indicator light


does not light up
at the interior lighting (front) when the ignition is turned on
⇒ page 123, fig. 131 .
The airbags should only be switched off under exceptional circumstances
⇒ page 122.
Indicator light

 (airbag switched off)
The indicator light is located at the fr ont interior lighting of the vehicle ⇒page 123,
fig. 131 .
In cases where the front passenger or side* passenger airbag is switched off, the
indicator light comes on about 4 second s after the ignition is switched on.
There is a system fault present in the airbag switch off ⇒ if the indicator light
flashes. Please have the car inspected immediately by a sp ecialist garage.
WARNING
•
The driver is responsible for whether the airbag is switched on or
switched off.
•
Only switch off the airbag when the ignition is switched off! Otherwise a
fault can occur in the system for the airbag deactivation.
•
If the warning light

 (airbag switched off) flashes:
− There is a risk of the front passenger airbag not being activated in the
event of an accident. Therefore do not use any child safety seats on the
front passenger seat. −
If the front passenger seat is occupied , there is a risk that the airbag is
deployed unexpectedly and thus the occupant of this seat may suffer
possible injuries.
− It is also important to have the system inspected without delay by a
specialist garage.
WARNING (continued)
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