ignition SKODA OCTAVIA 2006 Owner´s Manual

Using the system
Cockpit
Overview
Electric windows 34
Electric exterior mirror adjustment 52
Air outlet vents 80
Lever for the multifunction switch:
› Turn signal light, headlight and parking light, headlight flasher 45
› Speed regulating system 99
Steering wheel:
› With horn
› With driver’s front airbag 130
› with pushbuttons for radio, navigation system and mobile
phone 108, 118
Instrument cluster: Instruments and warning lights 8
Lever for the multifunction switch:
› Multifunction display 12
› Windscreen wiper and wash system 48
Regulator for front left seat heating 57
Air outlet vents 80
Switch for hazard warning lights 44
Storage compartment on the dash panel 72
Depending on equipment fitted:
› Radio
› Navigation system
Regulator for front right seat heating 57
Storage compartment on the front passenger side 71
Key switch for switching off the front passenger airbag (in front
passenger storage compartment) 133
Front passenger airbag 130
Fuse box (on side of dash panel) 190
Light switch 401
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18 Regulator for the instrument lighting and regulator for the head-
light beam range adjustment 43, 44
Bonnet release lever 160
Storage compartment on the driver's side 71
Lever for adjusting the steering wheel 92
Ignition lock 93
Depending on equipment fitted:
› Operating controls for the heating 80
› Operating controls for the air conditioning system 82
› Operating controls for Climatronic 85
TCS switch 96
Front and rear parking aid 98
Depending on equipment fitted:
› Gearshift lever (manual gearbox) 97
› Selector lever (automatic gearbox) 103
Tyre pressure monitoring system 175
Depending on equipment fitted:
› Ashtrays 68
› Storage compartment 72
Warning light for the deactivated front seat passenger airbag 133
Note
The arrangement of the controls and switches and the location of some items on
right-hand drive models may differ from that shown in »
Fig. 1. The symbols on
the controls and switches are the same as for left-hand drive models. Ð 19
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Cockpit

Engine revolutions counter
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 8.
The red scale of the rev counter 1
» Fig. 2 on page 8 indicates the range in which
the engine control unit begins to limit the engine speed. The engine control unit
restricts the engine speed to a steady limit.
You should shift into the next higher gear before the red scale of the revolution
counter is reached, or move the selector lever into position D if your car is fitted
with an automatic gearbox.
To maintain the optimum motor speed, observe the gearshift indica-
tor » page 11. For the sake of the environment
Shifting to a higher gear in good time helps to lower fuel consumption, minimises
operating noise levels, protects the environment and contributes to a longer life
and reliability of the engine. ÐSpeedometer
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 8.
Warning against excessive speeds
An audible warning signal will sound when the vehicle speed exceeds 120 km/h.
The audible warning signal is switched off when the vehicle speed falls below
this speed limit.
Note
This function is only valid for some countries. Ð
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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 8.
The coolant temperature gauge 3
» Fig. 2 on page 8 operates only when the ig-
nition is switched on.
The following guidelines regarding the temperature ranges must be observed to
avoid any damage to the engine.
Cold range
If the pointer is still in the left area of the scale it means that the engine has not
yet reached its operating temperature. Avoid high speeds, full throttle and high
engine loads.
The operating range
The engine has reached its operating temperature as soon as the pointer moves
into the mid-range of the scale, for a normal style of driving. The pointer may also
move further to the right at high engine loads and high outside temperatures. CAUTION
Additional headlights and other attached components in front of the fresh air in-
let impair the cooling efficiency of the coolant. There is then a risk of the engine
overheating at high outside temperatures and high engine loads »
page 20.Ð Fuel gauge
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 8.
The fuel gauge 6
» Fig. 2 on page 8 only operates when the ignition is switched
on.
The fuel tank has a capacity of about 55 litres or 60 litres 1)
. The warning light in
the instrument cluster lights up when the pointer reaches the reserve mark-
ing » page 23.
An audible signal sounds as a warning signal. £
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Valid for Octavia Combi 4x4 and Octavia Scout.
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CAUTION
Never drive until the fuel tank is completely empty! An irregular supply of fuel can
lead to irregular engine running. Unburnt fuel may get into the exhaust system
and damage the catalytic converter. Note
After filling up, it can occur that during dynamic driving (e.g. numerous curves,
braking, driving downhill and climbing a steep hill) the fuel gauge indicates ap-
prox. a fraction less. When stopping or during less dynamic driving, the fuel gauge
displays the correct fuel level again. This is not a fault. ÐCounter for distance driven
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 8.
The distance which you have driven with your vehicle is shown in kilometres (km).
In some countries the measuring unit miles (mph) is used.
Daily trip counter (trip)
The daily trip counter indicates the distance which you have driven since it was
last reset - in steps of 100 metres or 1/10 of a mile.
Press the button 5
» Fig. 2 on page 8 for more than 1
second to reset the display
of the daily trip counter.
Odometer
The odometer indicates the total distance in kilometres or miles which the vehicle
has been driven.
Fault display
If there is a fault in the instrument cluster Error will appear continuously in the
display. Ensure the fault is rectified as soon as possible by ŠKODA a specialist ga-
rage. Note
For vehicles fitted with the information display, if the display of the second speed
is activated in mph or km/h, this driving speed is indicated instead of the counter
for the total distance driven. Ð
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Fig. 3
Service Interval Display: Note
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 8.
The display can vary depending on the equipment.
Service Interval Display
Before the next service interval a key symbol
 and the remaining kilometres are
indicated for 10 seconds after switching on the ignition » Fig. 3. At the same time,
the remaining days until the next service interval are displayed.
The following is displayed in the information display: Service in ... km or ... days.
The kilometre indicator or the days indicator reduces in steps of 100

km or, where
applicable, days until the service due date is reached.
As soon as the due date for the service is reached, a flashing key symbol  and
the text Service appears in the display for 20 seconds after the ignition has been
switched on.
The following is displayed in the information display:
Service now!
Displaying the distance and days until the next service interval
You can use the button 5
to display the remaining distance and the days until
the next service interval » Fig. 2 on page 8.
A key symbol  and the remaining distance appear for 10

seconds in the display.
At the same time, the remaining days until the next service interval are displayed.
On vehicles which are equipped with the information display, you can call up this
display in the menu Settings » page 16. £
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CAUTION
The driver is always responsible for selecting the correct gear in different driving
situations, such as overtaking. ÐMultifunction display (onboard computer)
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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Memory 12
Operation 13
Multifunction display details 13
Warning against excessive speeds 14
The multifunction display can only be operated when the ignition is switched on.
After the ignition is switched on, the function displayed is the one which you last
selected before switching off the ignition.
The multi-functional indicator appears in the display » Fig. 5
on page 12 or in the
information display » page 15 depending on the equipment fitted to your vehi-
cle.
In vehicles with an information display » page 15, there is an option to fade out
some of the information. WARNING
■ Concentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver you are fully re-
sponsible for the operation of your vehicle. ■ Do not only rely upon the information given on the outside temperature dis-
play that there is no ice on the road. Even at temperatures around +4 °C, black
ice may still be on the road surface – warning, drive with care! Note
■ In certain national versions the displays appear in the Imperial system of meas-
ures. ■ If the display of the second speed is activated in mph, the current speed is not
indicated in km/h on the display. Ð Memory
Fig. 5
Multifunction display
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 12.
The multifunction display is equipped with two automatic memories. The selected
memory is shown in the Display » Fig. 5.
The data of the single-trip memory (memory 1) is shown if a 1 appears in the dis-
play. A 2 shown in the display means that data relates to the total distance mem-
ory (memory

2).
Switching over the memory using the button B
» Fig. 6 on page 13 on the wind-
screen wiper lever or using the adjustment wheel D
on the multifunction steer-
ing wheel.
Single-trip memory (memory 1)
The single-trip memory collates the driving information from the moment the ig-
nition is switched on until it is switched off. New data will also flow into the cal-
culation of the current driving information if the trip is continued within 2 hours
after switching off the ignition. If the trip is interrupted for more than 2 hours,
the memory is automatically erased.
Total-trip memory (memory 2)
The total-trip memory gathers data from any number of individual journeys up to
a total of 19

hours and 59 minutes driving or 1 999 kilometres driven, and on vehi-
cles which are fitted with an information display up to a total of 99 hours and
59 minutes driving or 9 999 kilometres driven. The memory is deleted when ei-
ther of these limits is reached and the calculation starts all over again.
Unlike the single-trip memory, the total-trip memory is not deleted after a period
of interruption of driving of 2 hours. £
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Press the button B
or D
to accept the current speed as the speed limit (the
value flashes).
If you wish to change the set speed limit, it is changed in 5
km/h intervals (e.g. the
accepted speed of 47 km/h increases to 50 km/h or decreases to 45 km/h).
› Press again the button B
or D
to confirm the speed limit, or wait approx. 5
seconds and the setting is saved automatically (the value stops flashing).
Change or delete speed limit
› With the button A
» Fig. 6
on page
13 or, if applicable, the adjustment wheelD
, select the menu item
Warning against excessive speeds .
› Pressing the button B
or D
deletes the speed limit.
› Pressing the button B
or D
again activates change mode for the speed limit.
If the set speed limit is exceeded, an audible signal will sound as a warning. At
the same time the message Warning against excessive speeds appears on the
display with the set limit value.
The set speed limit value remains stored even after switching off the ignition. ÐMAXI DOT (information display)
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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Main menu 15
Settings 16
Door, boot lid and bonnet warning 17
Auto Check Control 17
The information display provides you with information on the current operating
state of your vehicle . The information system also provides you with data (de-
pending on the equipment installed in the vehicle) relating to the radio, mobile
phone, multi-functional indicator, navigation system, the unit connected to the
MDI input and the automatic gearbox » page 102.WARNING
Concentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver you are fully re-
sponsible for the operation of your vehicle. CAUTION
Pull out the ignition key if coming in contact with the display (e.g. when cleaning)
to prevent any possible damage. Ð Main menu
Fig. 7
Information display: Control elements on the windscreen wiper lever/
control elements on the multifunction steering wheel
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 15.
Operating with the buttons on the windscreen wiper lever
›
Activate the Main menu
by pressing the rocker switch A
» Fig. 7 for longer.
› Individual menu items can be selected by means of the rocker switch A
. When
the pushbutton B
is briefly pressed, the information you have selected is dis-
played.
Operating with the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel
› Activate the Main menu
by pressing and holding the button C
» Fig. 7
for a
short while.
› By briefly pressing the C
button you will reach one level higher.
› The individual menus can be selected by pressing the adjustment wheel D
.
The selected menu is displayed after briefly pressing the adjustment wheel D
.
The following information can be selected (depending on the equipment installed
on the vehicle):
■ MFD » page 12
■ Audio » Operating instructions for the radio
■ Navigation » Operating instructions for the navigation system £
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Dayl. dri. light
Switch on/off the “DAY LIGHT” function.
Rear wiper Switch on/off the function for automatic rear window
wiping.
Lane ch. flash Switch on/off the convenience flashing function.
Travel mode Switch on/off the travel model function.
Factory setting Restore the factory setting for the lighting.Time
The time, time format (12 or 24 hour indicator) and the changeover between sum-
mer/winter time can be set here.
Winter tyres
Here, you can set the speed at which an audible signal should sound. This func-
tion is, for example, used for winter tyres where the maximum permissible speed
is lower than the maximum speed of the vehicle.
When exceeding the speed, the following is shown on the information display:
Winter tyres:
max. speed ... km/h
Units of measurement
The units for the temperature, consumption and distance driven can be set here.
Assistants
The tones of the audible signals for the parking aid can be adjusted here.
Second speed
The display of the second speed in mph or in km/h can be switched on here.
Service
Here you can have the remaining kilometres and days until the next service inter-
val displayed, and reset the Service Interval Display.
Factory setting
After selecting the menu Factory setting the factory setting of the information
display is restored. Ð Door, boot lid and bonnet warning
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 15.
If at least one door is open, or the boot or bonnet is open, the information display
indicates the relevant
open door or boot/bonnet.
An audible signal also sounds if the vehicle is travelling at more than 6

km/h.Ð Auto Check Control
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 15.
Vehicle condition
Certain functions and conditions of individual vehicle systems are checked contin-
uously when the ignition is switched on and also while driving.
Some error messages and other information are displayed in the information dis-
play. The messages are displayed at the same time as the symbols in the informa-
tion display or the warning lights in the instrument cluster » page 18.
If there is at least one error message, the menu item Vehicle status is displayed
in the menu. After selecting this menu the first of the error messages is dis-
played. Several error messages are shown on the display under the message e.g.
1/3. This indicates that the first of a total of three error messages is being dis-
played.
Warning symbols
 Engine oil pressure too low
» page 21
 Clutches of the automatic gearbox DSG are
too hot » page 17
 Check engine oil level,
engine oil sensor faulty
» page 21
 Problem with engine oil pressure
» page 18 Clutches of the automatic gearbox DSG are too hot

A symbol  in the information display indicates that the temperature of the
clutches of the automatic gearbox is too high. £
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Tyre control display
» page 24
 Windscreen washer fluid level
» page 24
 Traction control (TCS) switched off
» page 24
  Turn signal (left/right).
» page 24
 Fog lights
» page 24
 Speed regulating system
» page 25
 Low beam
» page 25
 Selector lever lock
» page 25
 Main beam
» page 25WARNING
■ If illuminated warning lights and the corresponding descriptions and warn-
ing notes are not observed, this may result in severe injuries or major vehicle
damage.
■ The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. There is a risk of
injuries, scalding, accidents and fire when working in the engine compart-
ment, e.g. inspecting and replenishing oil and other fluids. It is essential to ob-
serve safety notes »
page 158, Engine compartment .Note
■ The arrangement of the warning lights depends on the model version. The sym-
bols shown in the following functional description are to be found as warning
lights in the instrument cluster. Ð Handbrake 
The warning light  comes on if the handbrake is applied. An audible warning is
also given if you drive the vehicle for at least 3
seconds at a speed of more than
6 km/h.
The following is displayed in the information display:
Release parking brake! Ð Brake system 
The warning light  illuminates if the brake fluid level is too low or there is a
fault in the ABS.
The following is displayed in the information display:
Brake fluid: Owner's manual!
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the level of the brake flu-
id » page 164 » .
WARNING
■ If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning
light system » page 44.
■ The following guidelines should be observed when opening the bonnet and
checking the brake fluid level » page 158, Engine compartment .
■ If the warning light  is displayed simultaneously with warning light
 » page 22, Antilock brake system (ABS) ,  do not continue your jour-
ney! Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage. ■ A fault to the braking system can increase the vehicle's braking distance! Ð Seat belt warning light 
The warning light  comes on after the ignition is switched on as a reminder for
the driver to fasten the seat belt. The warning light only goes out if the driver has
fastened his seat belt.
If the seat belt has not been fastened by the driver, a permanent warning signal
sounds at vehicle speeds greater than 20 km/h and simultaneously the warning
light  flashes. £
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If the seat belt is not fastened by the driver during the next 90 seconds, the
warning signal is deactivated and the warning light
 lights up permanently.
Further information » page 125, Seat belts. ÐDynamo 
If the warning light lights up  when the engine is running, the vehicle battery is
not being charged.
Seek help from a ŠKODA
specialist garage. The electrical system requires check-
ing. WARNING
If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning
light system » page 44. CAUTION
If the warning light  (cooling system fault) comes on in addition to the warning
light  when driving, stop the vehicle immediately and switch the engine off -
risk of engine damage! ÐOpen door 
The warning light  comes on, if one or several doors are opened.
The warning light comes on even when the ignition is switched off. The warning
light lights up for a maximum of 5 minutes. WARNING
If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning
light system » page 44. Ð Coolant temperature/coolant level 
If the warning light  lights up or flashes, either the coolant temperature is too
high or the coolant level is too low.
The following is displayed in the information display:
Check coolant! Owner's manual!
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, check the level of the coolant » page 163,
and refill the coolant if necessary » page 163.
If the coolant is within the specified range, the increased temperature may be
caused by an operating problem at the radiator fan. Check the fuse for the radia-
tor fan, replace if necessary » page 191, Fuses in the engine compartment .
If the warning light  does not go off even though the coolant level is correct
and the fuse for the fan is in working order  do not continue driving!
Seek help from a

ŠKODA specialist garage. WARNING
■ If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning
light system »

page 44.
■ Carefully open the coolant expansion bottle. If the engine is hot, the cooling
system is pressurized - risk of scalding! It is therefore best to allow the engine
to cool down before removing the cap.
■ Do not touch the radiator fan. The radiator fan may switch itself on auto-
matically even if the ignition is off. Ð Bonnet 
The warning light  comes on if the bonnet is unlocked. If the bonnet unlocks
while driving, the warning light  lights up and an audible signal sounds.
The warning light comes on even when the ignition is switched off. The warning
light lights up for a maximum of 5 minutes. £
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WARNING
If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning
light system » page 44. ÐBoot lid 
The warning light  comes on when the ignition is switched on if the luggage
compartment door is open. If the boot lid opens while driving , the warning
light lights up and an audible signal sounds.
The warning light comes on even when the ignition is switched off. The warning
light lights up for a maximum of 5 minutes. ÐEngine oil 

The warning light  lights up red (low oil pressure)
The following is displayed in the information display:
Oil Pressure: Engine off! Owner's manual!
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the level of the engine
oil » page 161 , Checking the engine oil level .
Even if the oil level is correct, do not drive any further if the warning light is
flashing . Also do not leave the engine running at an idling speed.
Seek help from a ŠKODA
specialist garage.
The warning light  lights up yellow (oil quantity too low)
The following is displayed in the information display:
Check oil level!
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the level of the engine
oil » page 161 .
The warning light will go out if the bonnet is left open for more than 30 seconds.
If no engine oil has been replenished, the warning light will come on again after
driving about 100 km.
The warning light  flashes yellow (engine oil level sensor faulty)
The following is displayed in the information display:
Oil sensor: Workshop! If the engine oil level sensor is faulty, the warning light flashes
 several times
and an audible signal sounds when the ignition is turned on.
Seek help from a

ŠKODA specialist garage. WARNING
If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning
light system » page 44. Ð Electromechanical power steering 

If the warning light  lights up, this indicates a partial failure of the power steer-
ing and the steering forces can be greater. Seek help from a
ŠKODA specialist ga-
rage.
If the warning light  lights up, this indicates a complete failure of the power
steering and the steering assist has failed (significantly higher steering forces).
Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.
Further information » page 92. WARNING
If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning
light system » page 44. Note
If the vehicle battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the yellow warning
light  comes on after switching on the ignition. The warning light should go out
after driving a short distance. If the yellow warning light  does not go out after
starting the engine again and a short drive, it is necessary to visit a

ŠKODA spe-
cialist garage. Ð Traction control system (TCS) 
The warning light flashes  to show that the ASR is currently operating. £
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If the warning light
 comes on immediately after starting the engine, the ASR
can be switched off for technical reasons. Switch the ignition off and on again. If
the warning light does not light up after you switch the engine back on, the ASR
is fully functional again.
If the warning light  lights up, there is a fault in the ASR.
The following is displayed in the information display: Error: traction control (ASR)
Seek help from a
ŠKODA specialist garage.
Further information » page 96, Traction control system (TCS) .Note
If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the warning light  comes on after switching on the ignition. The warning light should go out after
driving a short distance. ÐElectronic Stability Control (ESC) 
The warning light flashes  to show that the ESC is currently operating.
If the warning light  comes on immediately after you start the engine, the ESC
might be switched off due to technical reasons. Switch the ignition off and on
again. If the warning light does not light up after you switch the engine back on,
the ESR is fully functional again.
If the warning light  lights up, there is a fault in the ESC.
The following is displayed in the information display: Error: Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.
Further information » page 95, Stabilisation Control (ESC) .Note
If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the warning light  comes on after switching on the ignition. The warning light must go out after
driving a short distance. Ð Antilock brake system (ABS) 
If the warning light  lights up, there is a fault in the ABS.
The following is displayed in the information display: Error: ABS
The vehicle will only be braked by the normal brake system without the ABS.
Seek help from a

ŠKODA specialist garage.
Further information » page 96, Antilock brake system (ABS) . WARNING
■ If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning
light system » page 44.
■ If the warning light  is displayed simultaneously with warning light , 
do not continue your journey!

Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.
■ A fault to the ABS system or the braking system can increase the vehicle's
braking distance - risk of accident! Ð The rear fog light 
The warning light  comes on when the rear fog lights are operating » page 43.Ð Bulb failure 
The warning light  comes on if a bulb is faulty:
› within 2 seconds of the ignition being switched on;
› when switching on the defective light bulb.
The following is displayed in the information display: Check front-right dipped beam! Ð Exhaust inspection system 
If the warning light  lights up, there is a fault in the exhaust inspection system.
The engine control unit allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode. £
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