service SKODA OCTAVIA 2009 2.G / (1Z) Owner's Manual

Introduction 2
On-board literature
The on-board literature for your vehicle consists of this “Owner's
Manual” as well as a “Service schedule” and a “Help on the road”. There
can also be a variety of other additional operating manuals and instruc-
tions on-board (e.g. an operating manual for the radio) depending on the
vehicle model and equipment.
If one of the publications listed above is missing, please contact an
authorised Škoda dealer immediately, where one will be glad to assist you
in such matters.
One should note that the details given in the vehicle's papers always
take precedence over those in the Owner's Manual.
Owner's Manual
This Owner's Manual describes the current scope of equipment.
Certain items of equipment listed are only installed later on and only
envisaged for particular markets. The illustrations can differ in minor
details from your vehicle; they are only intended for general information.
In addition to information regarding all the controls and equipment, the
Owner's Manual also contains important information regarding care and
operation for your safety and also to retain the value of your vehicle. To
provide you with valuable tips and aids. You will learn how you can
operate your vehicle safely, economically and in an environmentally
conscious way.
For safety reasons, please also pay attention to the information on
accessories, modifications and replacement of parts ⇒page 244.
The other chapters of the Owner's Manual are also important, however,
for proper treatment of your car - in addition to regular care and mainte-
nance - helps to retain its value and in many cases is also one of the
conditions for possible warranty claims.The Service schedule
contains:
•
Vehicle data,
•
Service intervals,
•
Overview of the service work,
•
Service proof,
•
Confirmation of mobility warranty (only valid in certain countries)
•
important information on the warranty.
The confirmations of the carried out service work are one of the condi-
tions for possible warranty claims.
Please always present the Service schedule when you take your car to an
authorised Škoda Service Partner.
If the Service schedule is missing or worn, please contact your authorised
Škoda Service Partner, where your car is serviced regularly. You will
receive a duplicate, in which the previously carried out service work are
confirmed.
Help on the road
contains the most important telephone numbers in individual countries
as well as the addresses and telephone numbers of Škoda importers.
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Contents3
Using the system
Safety
Driving Tips
General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
Technical Data
ContentsLayout of this Owner's Manual
(explanations)
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Using the system
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cockpit
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The brief instruction
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Basic functions and important information . . . . .
Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights
. . .
General view of the instrument cluster . . . . . . . . .
Engine revolutions counter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Coolant temperature gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Counter for distance driven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service Interval Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Digital clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Multi-functional indicator (onboard computer)*
Information display* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Auto Check Control* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Unlocking and locking
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing the battery of the radio remote control
Electronic immobiliser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Child safety lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Central locking system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remote control* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Synchonisation of the remote control . . . . . . . . . .
Anti-theft alarm system* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Power windows* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electric sliding/tilting roof* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lights and Visibility
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interior lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Visibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windshield wiper and wash system . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear-view mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seats and Stowage
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting front seats electrically* . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Head restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Middle rear head restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pedals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
luggage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Net partition (Combi)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The roof rack* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cup holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Note holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ashtray* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cigarette lighter*, power sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Storage compartments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Storage compartment on the front passenger side
Cooling of storage compartment on front
passenger side* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Storage compartment on the driver's side . . . . . .
Storage compartment on the dash panel* . . . . . .
Storage compartment in front centre console* . .
Storage net on the front centre console* . . . . . . .
Storage compartment for spectacles* . . . . . . . . . .
Storage compartment in the front doors . . . . . . . . Storage compartment below front passenger
seat* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front seat armrest with storage compartment* .
Rear seat armrest with storage compartment* . .
Storage compartment in rear centre console* . .
Seat backrest with opening for skis* . . . . . . . . . . . .
Through-loading bag (Unibag)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Side compartment* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Storage compartment behind the rear seats*
(Combi) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Clothes hooks* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Heating and air conditioning system
. . . . . . . . .
Air outlet vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Climatic* (semi-automatic air conditioning
system) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Climatronic* (automatic air conditioning) . . . . . .
Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and
ventilation)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting-off and Driving
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting steering wheel position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ignition lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Switching off the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shifting (manual gearbox) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Handbrake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear parking aid* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front and rear parking aid* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cruise control system (CCS)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Automatic gearbox
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Automatic gearbox* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
7
9
9
11
11
17
17
18
18
18
18
19
20
21
21
26
28
31
42
42
42
43
44
44
49
50
5152
55
58
58
65
67
69
72
75
75
76
79
80
81
84
84
91
93
95
96
96
98
99
99
99
100
100
101
101
101
102
102103
103
104
104
105
105
106
107
107
108
108
109
111
115
119
122
122
123
124
125
125
126
127
128
129
132
132
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Using the system
Safety
Driving Tips
General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
Technical Data
Instruments and Indicator/Warning LightsGeneral view of the instrument cluster
Engine revolutions counter
⇒page 18
Speedometer
⇒page 18
Coolant temperature gauge
⇒page 18
Display− with counter for distance driven
⇒page 19
− with Service Interval Display
⇒page 20
− with digital clock
⇒page 21
− with Multi-functional indicator*
⇒page 21
− with Information display*
⇒page 26
Button for the selection of the mode (t
urn button) / the setting (press button):
− Set hours / minutes − Activating / deactivating the
second speed in mph or km/h*
− Service interval - Display of the remaining number of days, kilometres or miles to the next Inspection Service / Reset*
1)
− Reset trip counter for distance driven − Resetting Service Interval Display − Activate / deactivate display mode Fuel gauge
⇒page 18
Fig. 18 Instrument cluster
A1A2A3A4A5
1)Valid for countries where the values are indicated in British measuring units.A6
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Service Interval DisplayDepending on the equipment installed in the vehicle, the text can differ on the display. Service Interval Display Before the next service interval a key symbol

and the remaining kilometers are
indicated after switching on the ignition
⇒fig. 20
. At the same time, a display
appears regarding the remaining days until the next service interval. The following will be displayed in the information display*:
Service in ... km or... days
The kilometre indicator or the days indica
tor reduces in steps of 100 km. or days
until the service due date is reached. A flashing key symbol

and the text
Service
appears in the display for 20 seconds
as soon as the due date for the service is reached. The following will be displayed in the information display*:
Service now!
Resetting Service Interval Display It is only possible to reset the Service Interval Display, if a service message or at least a pre-warning is shown on the display of the instrument cluster. We recommend having this resetting
performed by a specialist garage.
The specialist garage:•
resets the memory of the display after the appropriate inspection,
•
makes an entry in the Service schedule,
•
affix the sticker with the entry of the following service interval to the side of the
dash panel on the driver's side. Reset the service interval displays by using the button
⇒page 17, fig. 18
.
On vehicles which are equipped with in
formation display*, you can call up this
information in the following menu on
⇒page 26:
„
SETTINGS
„
Service Interval (Service)
„
ResetCaution
We recommend that you do not reset the
Service Interval Disp
lay yourself other-
wise this can result in the service interval display being incorrectly set, which may also result in problems with
operation of your vehicle.
Note
•
Never reset the display between service intervals otherwise this may result in
incorrect readouts.•
information is retained in the Service Interval Display also after the battery of
the vehicle is disconnected.•
If the instrument cluster is exchanged afte
r a repair, the correct values must be
entered in the counter for the Service Interva
l Display. This work is carried out by a
specialist garage.•
The data displayed is the same after resetting the display with flexible service
intervals (QG1) using the reset button as th
at for a vehicle with fixed service inter-
vals (QG2). We therefore recommend having
the Service Interval Display reset only
by an authorised Škoda Service Partner who is familiar with the procedure for reset- ting the display with a vehicle system tester.•
Please refer to the brochure Service schedule for extensive information about
the service intervals.
Fig. 20 Service Interval Display: Note
A5
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Information display*IntroductionThe information display provides you with information in a convenient way concerning the
current operating state of your vehicle
. The information system
also provides you with data (depending on
the equipment installed in the vehicle)
relating to the radio, mobile phone, mult
i-functional indicator, navigation system,
the unit connected to the MDI input and the automatic gearbox. Certain functions and operating conditio
ns are always being checked on the
vehicle when the ignition is switched on and also while driving. Functional faults, if required repair work
and other information are indicated by red
symbols
⇒page 28 and yellow symbols
⇒page 29.
Lighting up of certain symbols is comb
ined with an acoustic warning signal.
Information and text
s giving warnings
are also shown in the display
⇒page 31.
The display of text is possible in the following languages:
Czech, English, German, French, Italia
n, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian and
Chinese.
You can select the desired language in the setting menu.The following information can be shown in
the display (depending on the equip-
ment installed on the vehicle):
Main menu
Fig. 27 Instrument cluster: Information display
Main menu
⇒ page 26
Door, luggage compartment door and bonnet ajar warning
⇒ page 27
Service Interval Display
⇒page 20
Selector lever position for an automatic gearbox
⇒page 132
Fig. 28 Information display: Controls on the windshield wiper leverFig. 29 Information display: Controls on the multifunc-tion steering wheel
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which door is still open or whether the luggage compartment door or bonnet is
not
closed
⇒fig. 30
.
The symbol goes out as soon as the doors, luggage compartment door and bonnet are completely closed. A warning signal sounds if the car is driven at a speed of more than 6km/hour and if the engine or the luggage compartment door is open.Auto Check Control*Car stateThe Auto Check Control carries out a check of certain functions and vehicle compo-nents. The check is performed constantly wh
en the ignition is switched on, both
when the vehicle is stationary, as well as when driving. Some operational faults, urgent repairs,
service work or other information appear
in the display of the instrument cluster. The displays are shown with a red or yellow light symbol depending on the priority of the message. The red symbols indicate
danger
(priority 1) while the yellow symbols indicate a
warning
(priortity 2). Information for the driver
may also appear in addition to the
symbols
⇒page 31.
Shown in the menu
Vehicle status
, if there is at least one error message. After
selecting this menu the first of the error messages is displayed. Several error messages are shown on the display under the message e.°g.
1/3
⇒fig. 31
. This
indicates that the first of a total of three error messages is displayed. The respective 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 symbol
s 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.
Fig. 31 Information display: Display of operational fault
Fig. 32 Information display: Oil pressure is low
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Breakdown assistance
Technical Data
Meaning of the red symbols: Three
successive warning signals will
sound if a red symbol appears.
Yellow symbolsCheck 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.
Set-upYou can change certain settings by means
of the information display. The current
setting is shown on the information display in the respective menu at the top below the line
⇒fig. 34
.
You can select the following information (d
epending on the equipment installed on
the vehicle):•
MFD Data (MFA DATA)
•
Convenience
•
Lights & Vision (Lights & Vision)
•
Time
•
Winter tyres
•
Language
•
Units
•
Assistant (Assistant)
•
Alternative speed displayed (Second speed)
•
Tra v e l m o d e
•
Service Interval (Service)
•
Factory Setting
•
Back

Engine oil pressure too low
⇒ page 35

Check engine oil level, engine oil sensor faulty
⇒ page 40

Brake pad worn
⇒page 39
Fig. 33 Information display: Brake pad worn
Fig. 34 Setting the clock
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General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
Technical Data
without dazzling the oncoming vehicles. Th
e headlight swivel f
unction is deacti-
vated when switching on this mode. Further information
⇒page 61.
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.
Warning lightsOverview The warning lights indicate certain functions or faults.
Fig. 35 Instrument cluster with warning lights
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Using the system
Safety
Driving Tips
General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
Technical Data
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 expa
nsion 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 flashes when a cont
rol cycle is activated while driving.
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 switching 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.
Electronic stability programme (ESP)*

The warning light
 comes on for a few seconds when
the ignition is switched on.
Components of the ESP system also incl
ude the Traction Control System (TCS),
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL),
and the Antilock Brake System (ABS).
The warning light flashes when a control cycle is activated while driving.The warning light will come on and remains on
if the ESP is switched off or if there
is a fault in the system. The fact that the ESP system operates together with the ABS means that the ESP 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 ESP
system can be switched off for technical
reasons. In this case, the ESP system can
be switched on again by swit
ching the ignition on and off. If the warning light goes
out, the ESP system is fully functional again. Further information on the ESP
⇒page 193, “Electronic
stability programme
(ESP)*”. Electronic Differential Lock (EDL)* The EDL is a part of the ESP. A fault in the EDL is indicated by the ESP warning light in the instrument cluster. Have the vehicle inspected without delay by an author- ised Škoda Service Partner. Further information on the EDL
⇒page 194, “Electronic
Differential Lock (EDL)*”.
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.Selector lever lock*

If the
green
warning light
 lights up, operate the brake pedal. This is necessary, in
order to be able to move the selector lever out of the position
P or N.
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Unlocking and lockingKeyTwo keys are provided with the vehicle. Depending on the equipment, your vehicle can be equipped with keys wi
thout radio remote control
⇒fig. 36
or with radio
remote control*
⇒fig. 37
.
WARNING
•
Always withdraw the key
whenever you leave the vehicle - even if it is
only for a short time. This is particularly important if children are left in the
vehicle. The children might otherwise st
art the engine or
operate electrical
equipment (e.g. power windows) - risk of injury!•
Do not withdraw the ignition key from the ignition lock until the vehicle
has come to a stop. The steering lock
might otherwise engage unintention-
ally - risk of accident!
Caution
•
Each key contains electronic components; therefore protect them against mois-
ture and severe shocks.•
Keep the groove of the keys absolutely cl
ean as impurities (t
extile fibres, dust
etc.) have a negative effect on proper op
eration of the keys and the ignition lock.
Note
Please approach an authorised Škoda Service Partner if you lose a key since he can obtain a new one for you.Changing the battery of the radio remote control
Fig. 36 Set of keys without remote controlFig. 37 Remote control key
WARNING (continued)
Fig. 38 Disconnect key with radio remote control
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