key SKODA OCTAVIA TOUR 2009 1.G / (1U) Owner's Guide

Airbag system
124
– 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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Fuel
158•
Your vehicle is not adapted for use of biof uel (RME), therefore this fuel must not
be refuelled and driven. Using this fuel (R ME) can lead to damage to the engine or
the fuel system.
Operation in winterWinter-grade diesel fuel
A different grade of diesel fuel is available at filling stations in winter than during the
summer. Using “summer-grade diesel fuel” at temperatures below 0°C can result
in operational problems because the diesel becomes viscous as a result of paraffin
separation.
It is therefore the case that DIN EN 590 prescribes diesel fuel class for certain
periods of the year which can also be pu rchased at the corresponding time during
the year. “Winter-grade diesel fuel” will still operate properly even at a temperature
of -20°C.
It is often the case in countries with diff erent climatic conditions that diesel fuels
available have a different temperature characteristic. The specialist garages and
filling stations in the country concerned wi ll be able to provide you with informa-
tion regarding the diesel fuels available.
Prewarming fuel
The vehicle is fitted with a fuel filter prewarming system. This secures operation of
a vehicle using diesel fuel down to an environmental temperature of -25°C.
Caution
It is not permitted to add the various fuel additives on the market, including petrol,
to diesel fuel in order to improve its flow properties.
RefuellingThe filler tube of the fuel reservoir is located in the rear right side part of
the vehicle.
Opening the fuel filler cap
– Open the fuel filler flap with the hand.
– On vehicles without remote unlocking of the fuel filler flap from the
driver's seat, unlock the fuel filler cap on the fuel filler tube by turning
the vehicle key to the left.
Fig. 147 Switch for opening
the fuel filler flap from the
driver seatFig. 148 Filler flap with cap
unscrewed
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Fuel159
Using the system
Safety
Driving Tips
General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
Technical Data
– Unscrew the fuel filler cap anti-cl ockwise and place the fuel filler cap
from above on the fuel filler flap ⇒page 158, fig. 148 .
Closing fuel filler cap
– Screw on the cap by turning it to the right until it is heard to lock.
– On vehicles without remote unlocking of the fuel filler flap from the driver's seat, lock the fuel filler cap on the fuel filler tube by turning the
vehicle key to the right and withdraw the key.
– Press the fuel tank flap closed.
Open the fuel filler flap from the driver's seat*
– Press the switch to open the fuel filler flap ⇒page 158, fig. 147 .
– Unscrew the fuel filler cap anti-cl ockwise and place the fuel filler cap
from above on the fuel filler flap ⇒page 158, fig. 148 .
Closing fuel filler cap
– Screw on the cap by turning it to the right until it is heard to lock.
– Press the fuel tank flap closed.The correct grade of fuel for your vehicle as well as the tyre size and inflation pres-
sures are stated on a sticker affixed to the inside of the fuel filler flap. Further infor-
mation on fuel ⇒page 157, “Fuel”.
The fuel tank has a capacity of about 55 litres.
WARNING
Pay attention to any legal requirements if you do carry a spare canister in the
vehicle. We do not recommend carrying any fuel canisters in your vehicle for
safety reasons. The canister can be da maged in the event of an accident and
fuel may leak out.
Caution
•
Before refuelling it is necessary to switch off the auxiliary heating system (auxil-
iary heating and ventilation) *.
•
Remove any fuel which has spilled onto the paintwork of your vehicle immedi-
ately - risk of paint damage!
•
Vehicles fitted with catalytic converter should never be allowed to let the fuel
tank to run completely empty. An irregular supply of fuel to the engine can result in
misfiring and unburnt fuel may get into the exhaust system, which may result in
overheating and damage to the catalytic converter.
•
Make sure that the valve is not pressed into the filler tube when inserting the
pump nozzle into the filler tube. Otherwis e you are unintentionally filling up the
volume, which in case of heat can cause an expansion of the fuel. This can lead to
an overflow of fuel or damage to parts of the fuel reservoir.
•
The fuel tank is full just as soon as the pump nozzle switches off for the first
time, provided the nozzle has been operated properly. Do not continue refuelling
- otherwise the expansio n volume is filled up.
Emergency release of fuel filler flapIf a fault exists in the system for opening the fuel filler flap from the
driver's seat*, the fuel filler flap can be opened manually.
Fig. 149 Luggage compart-
ment: Emergency release of
fuel filler flap
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Inspecting and replenishing
162
– Take the bonnet support out of its holder and set it in the opening designed for it ⇒page 161, fig. 152 .
Closing the bonnet
– Lift the bonnet slightly and unhook the bonnet support. Press the bonnet support into the hold er designed to hold it.
– Allow the bonnet to drop from a height of about 30 cm into the lock - bonnet do not press down on it !
WARNING
•
Never open the bonnet if you see that steam or coolant is flowing out of
the engine compartment - risk of scaldi ng! Wait long enough until the steam
or coolant has stopped escaping.
•
For safety reasons, the bonnet must always be properly closed when
driving. One should therefore check that the lock has in fact engaged prop-
erly after closing the bonnet.
•
Stop your vehicle i mmediately while driving if yo u notice that the lock is
not properly engaged and close the bonn et properly - risk of an accident!
Working in the engine compartment
Particular care is required when carrying out any work in the engine
compartment!There is a risk of injuries, scalding, accidents and fire when working in the
engine compartment, e.g. inspecting an d replenishing oil and other fluids. For
this reason, it is essential to comply with the warning instructions stated
below and with the general applicable rules of safety. The engine compart-
ment of your car is a hazardous area ⇒ .
WARNING
•
Never open the bonnet if you see that steam or coolant is flowing out of
the engine compartment - risk of scaldi ng! Wait long enough until the steam
or coolant has stopped escaping.
•
Switch off the engine and pull out the ignition key.
•
Apply the handbrake firmly.
•
If your vehicle is fitted with a manual gearbox, move the gearshift lever
into Neutral.
•
Allow the engine to cool down.
•
Keep children clear of the engine compartment.
•
Never spill oil and other fluids over the hot engine. Such fluids (e.g. the
antifreeze contained in the coolant) may ignite!
•
Avoid short circuits in the electrical system - particularly on the battery.
•
Never place your hand into the radiator fan as long as the engine is still
warm. The fan might suddenly start running!
•
Never open the cap of the coolant expa nsion bottle as long as the engine
is still warm. The cooling system is pressurized!
•
Cover over the cap of the coolant expansion reservoir with a large cloth
when opening it as protection for your face, hands and arms from hot steam
or hot coolant.
•
Do not let objects, such as e.g cleaning cloth or tools lie in the engine
compartment.
•
If you wish to work under the vehicl e, you must secure the vehicle from
rolling away and support it with suitable supporting blocks: the car jack is
not sufficient for this - risk of injury!
•
In cases where it be necessary to carry out inspection work when the
engine is running there is an additional risk from rotating parts (e.g. the V-
ribbed belt, alternator, radiator fan) and from the high-voltage ignition
system. Please observe in addition the following:
−Never touch the electrical cabl es of the ignition system.
− Absolutely avoid any jewellery, loose items of clothing or long hair
from getting into the rotating part s of the engine - Hazard! Therefore
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Breakdown assistance187
Using the system
Safety
Driving Tips
General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
Technical Data
Note
•
If you find, when changing the wheel, that the wheel bolts are corroded and
difficult to turn, the bolts mu st be replaced before checking the tightening torque.
•
Drive cautiously and only at a moderate speed to a workshop where the tight-
ening torque can be checked.
Full wheel trim*Pulling off
– Hook the clamp found in the vehicle tool kit into the reinforced edge of the full wheel trim.
– Push the wheel key through the clamp, support the wheel key on the tyre and pull off the wheel trim ⇒fig. 168 .
Installing
– First press the full wheel trim onto the wheel at the valve opening provided. Then press the full wheel trim into the wheel in such a way
that its entire circumference locks correctly in place. Caution
•
Use the pressure of your hand, do not knock on the full wheel trim! Heavy
knocks mainly on the points where the full wheel trim has not been inserted into
the wheel, can result in damage to the guide and centering elements of the full
wheel trim.
•
First check for yourself that the theft-deterrent wheel bolt is located
⇒ page 189, “Securing wheels against being stolen*” in the hole in the area of the
valve before fitting the full wheel trim on to a steel wheel which is attached with a
theft-deterrent wheel bolt.
Wheel bolts with caps*Pulling off
– Push the plastic clip sufficiently fa r onto the cap until the inner catches
of the clip are positioned at the collar of the cap and detach the cap.
Installing
– Push the caps fully onto the wheel bolts.The caps are located in the we ll of the luggage compartment.
Fig. 168 Removing the full
wheel trim
Fig. 169 Removing the cap.
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Fuses and light bulbs197
Using the system
Safety
Driving Tips
General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
Technical Data
Electrically adjustable
seats are protected by automatic circuit breakers , which
switch on again automatically after a fe w seconds after the overload has been
eliminated.
BulbsChanging bulbsThe relevant lamp must always be switched off before a light bulb is replaced.
12
Power supply of the self-diagnosis
7,5
13
Brake lights
10
14
Interior lighting, central lockin g system, interior lighting
(without central locking system)
10
15
Instrument cluster, steering angle sender, rear mirror
5
16
The air conditioning system
10
17
Heated windscreen washer nozzles
5
18
Right main beam
10
19
Left main beam
10
20
Right low beam, headlight range adjustment
15
21
Low beam on the left
15
22
Right parking light
5
23
Left parking light
5
24
Front window wiper, motor for wash pump
20
25
Air blower, air conditioning system, Climatronic
25
26
Rear window heater
25
27
Rear window wiper
15
28
Fuel pump
15
29
Control unit: Petrol engine
control unit: Diesel engine
15
10
30
Electric sliding/tilting roof
20
31
Not assigned
32
Petrol engine - injection valves
diesel engine - injection pump, control unit
10
30
33
Headlight cleaning system
20
No.
Power consumer
Amperes
34
Petrol engine: Control unit
diesel engine: Control unit
10
10
35
Trailer socket, power socket in the luggage compart-
ment
30
36
Fog lights
15
37
Petrol engine: Control unit
diesel engine: Control unit
20
5
38
Lighting of the luggage compartment, central locking
system, opening of the fuel filler flap, interior lighting
15
39
Hazard warning light system
15
40
Horn
20
41
Cigarette lighter
15
42
Radio, mobile phone, naviga tion system, multifunction
steering wheel
15
43
Petrol engine: Control unit
diesel engine: Control unit
10
10
44
Seat heaters
15
a)For power consumers, e.g. the radio, which can be operated with the ignition switched off as
long as the ignition key is not withdrawn.No.
Power consumer
Amperes
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Index219
FFirst-aid box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
Fixing net
Combi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Octavia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Fog lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Front airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Front armrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157 Diesel fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Fuel gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Petrol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Fuel consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Saving energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Fuel gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Fuel reserve Warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Full wheel trim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194GGauges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Gearbox mechanical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
General view Cockpit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Glass roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Glow plug system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
HHandbrake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Hazard warning light system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51Warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Head restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Headlight cleaning system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Headlight flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Headlights Fog lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Headlight cleaning system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Heated windscreen washer nozzles . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Air outlet vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Defrosting windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Recirculated air mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9IIgnition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Ignition lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Immobiliser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Information display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Instrument lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Interior light Luggage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Interior lighting front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Interior mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Intermittent wiping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
ISOFIX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
ISOFIX system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
JJacking points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190, 191KKey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35LLashing eyes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Leather care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Light
Changing bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Light bulbs Warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Lighting of the interior of the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Lights converting/masking over . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Range adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
switching on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Lights and Visibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Liquid in reservoir for windscreen washer system Warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Lock Central locking system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
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