technical data SKODA OCTAVIA 2008 2.G / (1Z) User Guide

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Digital clock
You can set the time with the rotary knob ⇒page 17, fig. 18 .
Select the information which you wish to change by turning the button and
carry out the change of the selected information by pressing the button.
On vehicles which are fitted out with the information display*, it is possible to set
the time in the menu Time ⇒ page 30.
WARNING
The clock should not be adjusted while driving for safety reasons but only
when the vehicle is stationary!
Multi-functional indicator (onboard computer)*
Introduction
The multi-functional indica tor appears in the display ⇒fig. 21 or in the information
display ⇒page 26 depending on the equipment fitted to your vehicle.
The multi-functional indicator offers you a range of useful information. On vehicles which are fitted out with inform
ation display*, it is possible to switch
off the display of some information.
Note
•In certain national versions the displays appear in the Imperial system of meas-
ures.
•If the display of the second speed is acti vated in mph, the current speed* is not
indicated in km/h on the display.
Memory
The multi-functional indicator is equi pped with two automatic memories. The
selected memory is displayed in the middle of the display field ⇒ fig. 21.
The data of the single-trip memo ry (memory 1) is shown if a 1 appears in the
display. A 2 shown in the display means that da ta relates to the total distance
memory (memory 2).
Switching over the memory with the help of the button ⇒page 22, fig. 22 on the
windscreen wiper lever or with the help of the button on the multifunction
steering wheel* ⇒page 23.The outside temperature⇒page 23
Driving time⇒page 24
Current fuel consumption⇒page 24
Average fuel consumption⇒page 24
Range⇒page 24
Distance driven⇒page 24
Average speed⇒page 25
Current speed*⇒page 25
Warning against excessive speeds*⇒page 25
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Fig. 21 Multi-functional
indicator
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Operating with the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel*
Switching over and resetting is performed with the handwheel
⇒fig. 23 .
Selecting the memory
– Short-term pressing of the button allows to select the desired
memory.
Selecting the functions
– By pressing the button , you can call up the menu of the multi-func- tional indicator.
– Turn the handwheel upwards or downwards. In this way, call up in sequence the individual functions of the multi-functional indicator.
– Short-term pressing of the button allows to select the highlighted
function.
Setting function to zero
– Select the memory you want.
– Press the button for more than 1 second.
The following readouts of the selected memo ry will be set to zero with the button
:
•average fuel consumption,
•distance driven,
•average speed,
•Driving time.
You can only operate the multi-functional indicator when the ignition is switched
on. After the ignition is switched on, the fu nction displayed is the one which you last
selected before switching off the ignition.
Outside temperature
The outside temperature appears in the disp lay when the ignition is switched on.
If the outside temperature drops below +4 °C, a snow flake symbol (warning signal
for ice on the road) appears before the temperature indicator ⇒fig. 24 and a
warning signal sounds. After pressing the rocker switch at the windshield wiper
lever ⇒page 22, fig. 22 or the button at the multifunction steering wheel
⇒ fig. 23 , the function shown last is indicated.
Fig. 23 Multi-functional
indicator: Operating with the
buttons on the multifunction
steering wheel
AD
AD
AC
AD
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AD
AD
Fig. 24 The outside tempera-
ture
AAAC
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Average speed
The average speed since the memory was last erased is shown in the display in
km/hour ⇒page 21. If you wish to determine the average vehicle speed over a
certain period of time you must set the me mory to zero at the start of the measure-
ment using the button on the windshield wiper lever ⇒page 22, fig. 22 or with
the handwheel on the mult ifunction steering wheel* ⇒page 23, fig. 23 .
A zero appears in the display for the first 100 m you drive after erasing the memory.
The indicated value will be updated every 5 seconds while you are driving.
Current speed*
The current speed which is identical to the display of the speedometer, is indicated
on the display ⇒page 17, fig. 18 .
Warning against excessive speeds*
Warning against excessive speeds
This function enables you to set a speed limit, e.g. if you drive in town. A text in the
display is intended to draw yo ur attention to the fact that you have exceeded the set
speed limit.
•Select the menu point Speed warning --- km/h (warning at --- km/h).
•Drive e.g at a speed of 50 km/h.
•Press the button on the windshield wiper lever ⇒fig. 26 or the handwheel
on the multifunction steering wheel* ⇒page 23, fig. 23 . Speed warning
50 km/h (warning at 50 km/h) is displayed in the information display* ⇒fig. 25 .
The desired speed can also be set in steps of 5 km/h by pressing the button on
the windshield wiper lever ⇒fig. 26 or by turning the handwheel on the multi-
function steering wheel* ⇒page 23, fig. 23 . The set speed is confirmed by pressing
the button on the windshield wiper lever ⇒fig. 26 or the handwheel on the
multifunction st eering wheel* ⇒page 23, fig. 23.
If you now exceed th e set speed limit, Speed 50 km/h exceeded will be shown on
the display. This message is indicated for as long as the speed is reduced below the
set limit or switch off the message by pr essing the button on the windshield
wiper lever ⇒fig. 26 or the handwheel on the multifunction steering wheel*
⇒ page 23, fig. 23 .
An audible signal sounds as an additional warning signal.
The set speed limit remains stored even after switching off the ignition.
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Fig. 25 Warning against
excessive speeds
Fig. 26 Multi-functional
indicator: Control elements
ABAD
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ABAD
ABAD
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Operating with the buttons on the windshield wiper lever
– You can activate the MAIN MENU by pressing the rocker switch
⇒ page 26, fig. 28 for more than 1 second.
– You can select the menu through the rocker switch . When the pushbutton is briefly pressed, the information you have selected is
displayed.
Operating with the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel
– You can activate the MAIN MENU by pressing the rocker switch
⇒ page 26, fig. 29 for more than 1 second.
– You can select the individual menus by pressing the handwheel . After briefly pressing the handwheel , the desired menu is indi-
cated.
– After briefly pressing the button you can achieve a higher level, by
pressing the button for longer than 1 second, you can call up the
MAIN MENU .
You can select the following information (depending on the equipment installed on
the vehicle):
„MFD (Onboard computer) ⇒ page 21
„Driving time
„Current consumption
„Average fuel consumption
„Range
„Distance driven
„Average speed
„Current speed
„Warning against excessive speeds
„Audio ⇒ page 28
„Navigation ⇒ page 28
„Phone ⇒ page 143
„Aux. Heating (auxiliary heating) ⇒ page 119
„Vehicle status ⇒ page 28
„Setup ⇒ page 30
The menu Audio is only displayed when th e Radio* is switched on.
The menu Navigation is only displayed when the Navigation* is switched on.
The menu Aux. Heating is only then displayed, if the vehicle is fitted with auxiliary
heating*.
Note
•If warning messages are shown on the information display ⇒page 27
⇒ page 28, these messages ca n be confirmed with the button on the wind-
shield wiper lever or with the button on the multifunction steering wheel in
order to call up the main menu.
•If you do not activate the information display at that moment, the menu shifts
to one level higher every 10 seconds.
Door, luggage compartment door and bonnet ajar warning
AA
AA
AB
AC
AD
AD
AC
AC
ABAD
Fig. 30 Information display:
Door warning
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messages are displayed one after the other in an interval of 5 seconds. Check as
soon as possible the displayed error messages.
As long as the operational faults are not rectified, the symbols are always indicated
again. After the first display, the symbols are indicated without information for the
driver.
If a fault occurs, a warning signal will also sound in addition to the symbol and text
in the display:
•Priority 1 - three warning signals
•Priority 2 - one warning signal
Red symbols
A red symbol signals danger.
– Stop the vehicle.
– Switch the engine off.
– Investigate the function indicated.
– Obtain professional assistance.
Meaning of the red symbols:
Three
successive warning signals will sound if a red symbol appears.
Yellow symbols
Check the relevant function as soon as possible.
The meaning of the yellow symbols:
One warning signal will sound if a yellow symbol appears.
If several operational faults of priority 2 exist, the symbols appear one after the
other and are each illumi nated for about 5 seconds.
Fig. 33 Information display:
Oil pressure is low
Engine oil pressure too low ⇒page 36
Check engine oil level,
engine oil sensor faulty⇒page 41
Brake pad worn⇒page 39
Fig. 34 Information display:
Brake pad worn
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Lights and Visibility
Here you can set how long the light should
stay on for the function Coming/Leaving
Home and the intensity of the footwell li ghting. Furthermore you can here switch
on or off the function daylight drivin g lights and convenience turn signal.
After selecting the menu point Fac to r y s e tt ing the factory setting is established
again.
Time
Here you can set the time, the time format (12 or 24 hour indicator) and the time
change summer/winter time.
Winter tyres
Here you can set at which speed a warning signal should sound. This function is
used for e.g winter tyres with the permissible maximum speed less than the
maximum speed of the vehicle.
When exceeding the speed, the following is displayed on the information display*:
Snow tyres max. speed ... km/h (Winter tyres maximum ... km/h)
Language
Here you can set in which language the warning and information texts should be
displayed.
Measures
Here you can set the units for temperat ure, consumption and distance driven.
Assistant
Here you can adjust the tones of the acoustic signals of the parking aid*.
Second speed
Here you can switch on the display of the second speed in mph or in km/h
3).
Service
Here you can have the kilomete rs still to be driven and the days until the following
service interval shown and the Service Interval Display reset. Factory Setting
After selecting the menu point
Factory Setting the factory setting of the informa-
tion display is established again.
3)Valid for countries where the values are indicated in British measuring units.
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WARNING
•If you do not pay attention to the warning lights coming on and the corre-
sponding descriptions and warning notes, this may result in severe body
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
compartment, e.g. inspecting and replenis hing oil and other fluids. It is also
essential to observe all warnings ⇒page 225, “Working in the engine
compartment”.
Note
•The arrangement of the indicator light is dependent on the model version. The
symbols shown in the following functional description are to be found as indicator
lights in the instrument cluster.
•Operational faults are shown in the instrument cluster as red symbols (priority
1 - danger) or yellow symbols (priority 2 - warning).
Turn signal system 
Either the left  or right  indicator light flashes depending on the position of the
turn signal lever.
The indicator light flashes at twice its normal rate if a turn signal light fails. This does
not apply when towing a trailer.
Switching off the hazard warning light system is switched on will cause all of the
turn signal lights as well as both indicator lights to flash.
 Electromechanica l power steering⇒page 35
Engine oil pressure⇒page 36
EPC fault light (petrol engine)⇒page 36
Glow plug system (diesel engine)⇒page 36
Coolant temperature/coolant level⇒page 37
Tra c t i o n c o n t r o l s y s t e m ( TC S )⇒page 37
Electronic stability programme (ESP)*⇒page 38
Selector lever lock*⇒page 38
Tyre pressure*⇒page 38
Antilock brake system (ABS)⇒page 38
Bonnet⇒page 39
Seat belt warning light⇒page 39
Brake pad wear*⇒page 39
Boot lid⇒page 40
Open door⇒page 40
Fluid level in windshield washer system*⇒page 40
Brake system⇒page 40
Dynamo⇒page 41
Engine oil level⇒page 41
Fuel reserve⇒page 41
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•Always adjust your speed to suit weather, road, region and traffic condi-
tions. The route indicated by the warning light must not tempt you to disre-
gard the national regulations for road traffic.
Caution
As long as the warning light  lights up, one must take into account an increased
fuel consumption and in certain circumst ances a power reduction of the engine.
Note
Further information about diesel particle filter ⇒page 200.
Airbag system 
Monitoring the airbag system
The warning light
 comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on.
There is a fault in the system if the warning light does not go out or flashes while
driving ⇒. This also applies if the warning light does not come on when the igni-
tion is switched on.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
Airbag fault!
The functionality of the airbag system is also monitored electronically, when one
airbag has been switched off
Front, side and head airbags or belt tensioner which have been switched off
using the vehicle system tester:
•The warning light  lights up for 4 seconds after switching on the ignition and
then flashes again for 12 seconds afterwards in 2 second intervals.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
Airbag/belt tensioner deactivated! Front passenger airbags switched off
using the switch for front passenger
airbags* in stowage compartmen t on the front passenger side:
•The warning light  comes on for 4 seconds after the ignition has been
switched on.
•Switching off airbags is indicated in the middle of the dash panel by the lighting
up of the indicator light   (airbag switched off) ⇒ page 182.
WARNING
Have the airbag system checked immediat ely by a specialist garage if a fault
exists. Otherwise, there is a risk of th e airbag not being activated in the event
of an accident.
Control system for exhaust 
The warning light  comes on after the ignition has been switched on.
If the warning light does not go out after starting the engine or it lights up when
driving, a fault exists in an exhaust rele vant component. The engine management
system selects an emergency programme which enables you to drive to the nearest
specialist garage by adopting a gentle style of driving.
Electromechanical power steering  
The warning light  comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on.
If the warning light after switching on the ignition or when driving lights up contin-
uously, a fault exists in the electromechanical power steering.
•If the yellow warning light lights up , this indicates a partial failure of the
power steering and the steeri ng forces can be greater.
•If the red warning light lights up , this indicates a complete failure of the
power steering and the steering assist has failed (significant ly higher steering
forces).
Further information ⇒page 198.
WARNING (continued)
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enables you to drive to the nearest specialist garage by adopting a gentle style of
driving.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
Engine fault Workshop! (Engine fault workshop!)
Coolant temperature/ Coolant quantity 
The warning light  comes on for a few seconds 5) w h e n th e i g ni t i o n i s s w i t c h e d o n .
The coolant temperature is too high or the coolant level too low if the warning light
 does not go out or flashes while driving.
3 peeps sound as an additional warning signal.
In this case stop and switch the engine off and check the coolant level; top up the
coolant as necessary.
Do not continue your journey if for some reason it is not possible under the
conditions prevailing to top up with coolant. Keep the engine switched off and
obtain professional assistance from a specialist garage, otherwise it could lead to
severe engine damage.
If the coolant is within the specified range, the increased temperature may be
caused by an operating problem at the coolant fan. Check the fuse for the coolant
fan, replace it if necessary ⇒page 258, “Fuse assignment in engine compartment -
version 1” or ⇒ page 260, “Fuse assignment in en gine compartment - version 2”.
Do not continue driving if the warning light does not go off although the fluid is at
the correct level and also the fuse of the fa n is in proper order. Contact a specialist
garage to obtain assistance.
Please also refer to the additional instructions ⇒page 228, “Cooling system”.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*: Check coolant! Owner's manual
WARNING
•If you must stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe
distance from the traffic and switch off the engine and switch on the hazard
warning light system ⇒page 64.
•Take care when opening the coolant expansion bottle. If the engine is hot,
the cooling system is pressurized - risk of scalding! It is best to allow the
engine to cool down before removing the cap.
•Do not touch the coolant fan The coolant fan may switch on automati-
cally even if the ignition is off.
Traction control system (TCS) 
The warning light  comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on.
The warning light comes on when driving when a control cycle is activated.
The warning light will come on and remains on if the TCS is switched off or if there
is a fault in the system.
The fact that the TCS system operates together with the ABS means that the TCS
warning light will also come on if the ABS system is not operating properly.
If the warning light
 comes on immediately after starting the engine, the TCS
system can be switched off for technical reasons. In this case, the TCS system can
be switched on again by swit ching the ignition on and off. If the warning light goes
out, the TCS system is fully functional again.
Further information about the TCS ⇒page 195, “Traction control system (TCS)”.
Note
If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the warning light  comes
on after switching on the ignition. The warn ing light must go out after driving a short
distance.
5)The warning light  on vehicles fitted with information display does not come on after
switching the ignition on, but only if the coolant temperature is too high or the coolant level
is too low.
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A fault in the ABS
The system is not functioning pr
operly if the ABS warning light
 does not go out
within a few seconds after switching on the ignition, does not light up at all or lights
up while driving. The vehicle will only be braked by the normal brake system. Visit
a specialist garage as quickly as possible and adjust your style of driving in the
meantime since you will not kn ow how great the damage is.
Further information about ABS ⇒page 197, “Antilock brake system (ABS)”.
A fault in the entire brake system
If the ABS warning light
 comes on together with the brake system warning light  (handbrake must be released), there is a fault not only in the ABS but also in
another part of the brake system ⇒.
WARNING
•If the brake system warning light  comes on together with the ABS
warning light  stop the vehicle immediatel y and check the brake fluid
level in the reservoir ⇒page 231, “Brake fluid”. If the fluid level has dropped
below the MIN marking, do not drive any further - risk of accident! Contact
a Škoda dealer to obtain professional assistance.
•Pay attention to the following instructions ⇒page 225, “Working in the
engine compartment” before checking the brake fluid level and opening the
bonnet.
•If the brake fluid is at the correct level, the ABS control function has
failed. The rear wheels may then block ve ry rapidly when braking. In certain
circumstances, this can result in the rear end of the car breaking away - risk
of skidding! Drive carefully to the ne arest specialist garage and have the
fault rectified.
Bonnet 
The warning light  comes on if the bonnet is unl ocked. If the engine 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. On vehicles with informatio
n display* this warning light is replaced by a vehicle
symbol ⇒page 27.
Seat belt warning light 
The warning light  comes on after the ignition is switched on as a reminder for the
driver and front passenger to fasten the seat belt. The warning light only goes out if
the driver or front passenger has fastened his seat belt.
If the seat belt has not been fastened by the driver or front passenger, a permanent
warning signal sounds at vehicle speeds greater than 20 km/h and simultaneously
the warning light
 flashes.
If the seat belt is not fastened by the dr iver or front passenger during the next 90
seconds, the warning signal is deactivated and the warning light
 lights up perma-
nently.
Further information on the seat belts ⇒page 168, “Seat belts”.
Thickness of the brake pads* 
The warning light  comes on for a few seconds 6) when the ignition is switched
on.
If the warning light
 comes on, contact a specialist garage immediately and have
the brake pads on all of the wheels inspected.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*: Check brake pads!
6)The warning light  on vehicles fitted with information display does not come on after
switching the ignition on, but only if a fault exists.
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