gearbox SKODA OCTAVIA 2012 2.G / (1Z) Owner's Manual
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Layout of this Owner's Manual
(explanations)
This Owner's Manual has been systematically designed to make it easy for you to
search for and obtain the information you require.
Chapters, table of contents and subject index
The text of the Owner's manual is divided into relatively short sections which are
combined into easy-to-read  chapters. The chapter you are reading at any particular
moment is always specified on the bottom right of the page.
The  Table of contents  is arranged according to the chapters and the detailed  Sub-
ject index  at the end of the Owner's Manual helps you to rapidly find the informa-
tion you are looking for.
Direction indications
All direction indications such as “left”, “right”, “front”, “rear” relate to the direction of
travel of the vehicle.
Units of measurement
All values are expressed in metric units.
Explanation of symbolsDenotes a reference to a section with important information and safety
advice in a chapter.Denotes the end of a section.Denotes the continuation of a section on the next page.Indicates situations where the vehicle must be stopped as soon as possi-
ble.®Denotes a registered trademark.
Notes
WARNINGThe most important notes are marked with the heading  WARNING. These
WARNING  notes draw your attention to a  serious risk of accident or injury .
CAUTION
A Caution
 note draws your attention to the possibility of damage to your vehicle
(e.g. damage to gearbox), or points out general risks of an accident.For the sake of the environmentAn  Environmental  note draws your attention to environmental protection aspects.
This is where you will, for example, find tips aimed at reducing your fuel consump-
tion.
Note
A normal  Note draws your attention to important information about the operation
of your vehicle.     
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Table of Contents
Abbreviations
Using the system
Cockpit
7
Overview
6
Instruments and warning lights
9
Instrument cluster
9
Warning lights
12
Information system
21
Introductory information
21
Outside temperature
21
Recommended gear
21
Door, boot lid and bonnet warning
21
Eco tips
21
Driving data (Multifunction display)
22
Information display
25
Traffic sign recognition
25
Fatigue detection (break recommendation)
27
Unlocking and locking
28
Vehicle key
28
Child safety lock
29
Open door and close
29
Central locking system
29
Locking/unlocking with the key
31
Vehicle locking/unlocking from the inside
32
Remote control
32
KESSY system
33
Anti-theft alarm system
35
Emergency unlocking/locking
36
Luggage compartment lid
37
Electrical power windows
38
Power panoramic sliding/sliding tilting roof
41Lights and visibility43Lights43
Interior light
51
Visibility
52
Windscreen wipers and washers
53
Rear mirror
56
Seats and Stowage
59
Front seats
59
Seat heaters
62
Head restraints
63
Rear seats
63
Boot
64
Roof rack system
68
Cup holder
69
Ashtray
70
Cigarette lighter
70
Sockets
71
Storage compartments
72
Clothes hooks
79
Parking ticket holder
80
Heating and air conditioning system
81
Heating and air conditioning system
81
Air outlets
82
Heating
83
Air conditioning system (manual air conditioning system)
84
Climatronic (automatic air conditioningsystem)
86
Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating andventilation)
88
Starting-off and Driving
92
Starting and stopping the engine
92
KESSY system
95
Brakes
97
Shifting
99
Pedals
99Driving and the Environment100Running in100
Catalytic converter
100
Economical and environmentally friendly
driving
101
Environmental compatibility
103
Driving abroad
104
Driving through water on the street
104
Towing a trailer
106
Towing device
106
Loading a trailer
109
Driving with a trailer
110
Assist systems
112
Brake assist systems
112
Parking aid
114
Park Assist
116
Cruise control system (CCS)
119
START/STOP
121
Select driving mode
124
ProActive passenger protection
125
Lane Assist
126
Automatic gearbox
129
Automatic transmission
129
Communication
134
Introductory information
134
Declaration of conformity
134
Warning statement
134
Phonebox
135
Multimedia
135
Safety
Passive Safety
138
General information
138
Correct seated position
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AbbreviationsAbbreviationDefinitionrpmEngine revolutions per minuteABSAnti-lock brake systemTCSTraction controlCO2 in g/kmdischarged quantity of carbon dioxide in grams per driven kilo-
metreDPFDiesel particle filterDSGAutomatic double clutch gearboxDSRActive driver-steering recommendationEDLElectronic differential lockEPCEPC fault lightESCElectronic Stability ControlHBAHydraulic brake assistHHCUphill start assistkWKilowatt, measuring unit for the engine outputMGManual gearboxN1Panel van intended exclusively or mainly for the transporta-
tion of goodsNmNewton meter, measuring unit for the engine torqueTDI CRDiesel engine with turbocharging and common rail injection systemTSATrailer stabilisationTSIPetrol engine with turbocharging and direct injection
5Abbreviations 
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Using the system
Cockpit
OverviewElectrical power windows
38
Door opening lever on the driver's side
29
Electric exterior mirror adjustment
58
Air outlet vent on the driver's side
82
Operating lever:
› Turn signal light, headlight and parking light, headlight flasher
45
›Speed regulating system
119
Steering wheel:
› With horn
› With driver’s front airbag
147
›With pushbuttons for radio, navigation system and mobile
phone
134
Instrument cluster: Instruments and warning lights
9
Operating lever:
› Multifunction display
22
›Windscreen wiper and wash system
53
Air outlet vents, middle
82
Depending on equipment fitted:
› Infotainment Radio 
» operating instructions for Infotainment
Radio
› Infotainment Navigation 
» operating instructions for the Info-
tainment Navigation
Warning light for the deactivated front seat passenger airbag
151
Switch for hazard warning lights
49
Interior rear-view mirror
57
Storage compartment on the front passenger side
73
Front passenger airbag
147
CD/DVD/Blu-ray drive and memory card slot (in the passenger-side
storage compartment)  » operating instructions for Infotainment
Radio and/or Infotainment Navigation
12345678910111213141516Air outlet vent on the front passenger side82Key switch for switching off the front passenger airbag (in front
passenger storage compartment)151
Door opening lever on the front passenger side
29
Electric power-operated window front passenger side
40
Light switch
44
Fuse box (behind the storage compartment in the dash panel)
200
Bonnet release lever
171
Lever for adjusting the steering wheel
93
Ignition lock
94
Pedals
99
Storage compartment
74
Handbrake lever
98
Depending on equipment fitted:
› Gearshift lever (manual gearbox)
99
›Selector lever (automatic gearbox)
130
Depending on equipment fitted:
› Operating controls for the heating
83
›Operating controls for the air conditioning system
84
›
Operating controls for Climatronic
86
Depending on equipment fitted:
› 12-Volt power socket
71
›Cigarette lighter
70
Bar with keys depending on the equipment fitted:
› 
 Central locking system
32
› 
 START STOP
121
› 
 Traction control TCS
113
› 
 Electronic Stability Control ESC
112
› 
 Selection of driving mode
124
› 
 Park Assist
116
› 
 Parking aid
114
› 
 Tyre inflation pressure calibration
185
Depending on equipment fitted:
› USB/AUX input
134
›MEDIA IN input
134
17181920212223242526272829303132337Cockpit 
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›Reset trip counter for the distance driven
› Charge level indicator
Fuel gauge  » page 10
Fault display
If there is a fault in the instrument cluster, the following message will appear in the display:
Error: Instrument cluster. Workshop!
or INSTRUMENTCLUSTER_WORKSHOP
Ensure the fault is rectified as soon as possible by ŠKODA a specialist garage.
Engine revolutions counter
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings 
 on page 9.
The red scale of the rev counter 
1
  » Fig. 2  on page 9 indicates the range in which
the system begins to limit the engine speed. The system automatically 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 select mode  D on the automatic gearbox.
Follow the recommended gear to prevent engine speeds that are too high or too low  » page 21 .
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 lifeand reliability of the engine.
Speedometer
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings 
 on page 9.
7Warning against excessive speeds
An audible warning signal will sound when the vehicle speed exceeds 120 km/h 1)
.
The audible warning signal is switched off when the vehicle speed falls below
this speed limit.
Coolant temperature gauge display
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings 
 on page 9.
The coolant temperature gauge 
4
  » Fig. 2  on page 9 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 15.
Fuel gauge display
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings 
 on page 9.
The fuel gauge 
7
  » Fig. 2  on page 9 only operates when the ignition is switched
on. 
1)
This function only applies to certain countries.
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SymbolDescriptionReferenceClutches of the automatic gearbox DSG aretoo hot» page 14Handbrake» page 14Brake system» page 14Seat belt warning light, front» page 14  
Seat belt warning light, rear» page 15Generator» page 15Coolant temperature/coolant level» page 15
Engine oil» page 15  
Power steering» page 16Traction control (TCS)» page 16Traction control (TCS) switched off» page 17Electronic Stability Control (ESC)» page 17Antilock brake system (ABS)» page 17Rear fog light» page 17Bulb failure» page 17Exhaust inspection system» page 17SymbolDescriptionReferenceGlow plug system (diesel engine)» page 18EPC fault light (petrol engine)» page 18Diesel particle filter (diesel engine)» page 18Fuel reserve» page 18Safety systems» page 19Tyre pressure» page 19Windscreen washer fluid level» page 19Brake pad thickness» page 20
Lane Assist» page 20  
Turn signal (left/right)» page 20Trailer turn signal lights» page 20Fog lights» page 20Speed regulating system» page 20Selector lever lock» page 20Main beam» page 20Headlight assist» page 20 13Instruments and warning lights 
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SymbolDescriptionReference 
START-STOPSystem» page 20Ice warning» page 20WARNING■
Failing to respect active warning lights, their associated descriptions, and
warning messages can lead to major injuries or damage to the vehicle.■
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 169, Engine compartment .
Clutches of the automatic gearbox DSG are too hot 
The warning light 
 lights up if the temperature of the clutches of the automatic
gearbox is too high.
The following message is shown in the information cluster display: Gearbox overheated. Stop! Owner's manual!
or STOP VEHICLE GEARBOX OVERHEAT
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and wait until the light  
 goes out – risk
of gearbox damage! You can continue your journey as soon as the light goes out.
Handbrake 
The warning light  
 comes on if the handbrake is applied. An acoustic signal will
sound if you drive the vehicle above 5 km/h while the handbrake is still on.
The following message is shown in the information cluster display: Release the handbrake!
or RELEASE HANDBRAKE
Brake system 
The warning light   illuminates if the brake fluid level is too low or there is a
fault in the ABS.
The following message is shown in the information cluster display: Brake fluid: owner's manual!
or BRAKE FLUID PLEASE CHECK
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the level of the brake flu-
id  » page 175  » 
.
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 49.■
If the warning light   is displayed simultaneously with warning light
  » page 17 , 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 -
risk of accident!
Seat belt warning light, front 
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 goes out if the driver or front passenger has fastened their seat
belt.
The warning light  
 flashes and at the same time an acoustic warning signal
sounds when the driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt and
the speed of the vehicle exceeds 30 km/h.
If the seat belt is not fastened by the driver or front passenger during the next
approx. 2 seconds, the warning signal is deactivated and the warning light  
lights up permanently.
Further information  » page 142, Seat belts .
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Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.
Glow plug system  (diesel engine)
The warning light   comes on after the ignition has been switched on. Once the
light has gone out, the engine can be started immediately.
There is a fault in the glow plug system if the warning light   does not  come on
at all or  lights up continuously .
If the warning light   begins to  flash while driving, a fault exists in the engine
control. The engine control unit allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.
Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.
EPC  fault light (petrol engine)
If the warning light  
 lights up, there is a fault in the engine control. The engine
control unit allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.
Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.
Diesel particulate filter (diesel engine)
The diesel particulate filter separates the soot particles from the exhaust. The soot particles collect in the diesel particulate filter where they are burnt on a reg-
ular basis.
If the warning light  
 lights up, soot has accumulated in the diesel particulate
filter.
In order to clean the diesel particulate filter, and where traffic conditions per-
mit  » 
, the vehicle should be driven at an even speed of at least 60 km/h at en-
gine speeds of 1 800 - 2 500 rpm for at least 15 minutes or until the warning light
goes out with the 4th or 5th gear engaged (automatic gearbox: position S).
The warning light  
 goes out after the diesel particulate filter has been success-
fully cleaned.
If the filter is not properly cleaned, the warning light  
 does not go out and the
warning light  
 begins to flash.
The following message is shown in the information cluster display: Diesel particulate filter: owner's manual!
orDIESEL PM FILTER OWNER MANUAL
Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.WARNING■ The diesel particle filter achieves very high temperatures. Therefore do not
park in areas where the hot filter can come into direct contact with dry grass
or other combustible materials – there is the risk of fire!■
Always adjust your speed to suit weather, road, region and traffic condi-
tions. The recommendations indicated by the warning light must not tempt
you to disregard the national regulations for road traffic.
CAUTION
As long as the warning light   lights up, one must take into account an in-
creased fuel consumption and in certain circumstances a power reduction of the
engine.
Note
■ To assist the combustion process of the soot particles, we recommend that reg-
ularly driving over short distances should be avoided.■
Using diesel fuel with an increased sulphur content can considerably reduce the
life of the diesel particle filter. A ŠKODA specialist garage will be able to tell you
which countries use only diesel fuel with high sulphur content.
Fuel reserve 
When the warning light   is lit, this means there is a fuel reserve of under around
7 litres left.
An audible signal sounds as a warning signal.
The following message is shown in the information cluster display:
Please refuel. Range: ... km
or PLEASE REFUEL 
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Information system
Introductory information
The information system provides the driver with alerts and messages about indi-
vidual vehicle systems. These alerts and messages appear in the display of the in- strument cluster 
2
  » Fig. 2  on page 9.
The following is displayed in the information system:
› The outside temperature 
» page 21;
› Recommended gear 
» page 21;
› Door, boot lid and bonnet warning 
» page 21;
› Eco tips 
» page 21 ;
› Service Interval Display 
» page 11;
› Auto Check Control 
» page 12
› some warning lights 
» page 12;
› Driving data 
» page 22;
› Warning against excessive speeds 
» page 24
› Data on the information display 
» page 25;
› Traffic sign recognition 
» page 25;
› Fatigue detection system 
» page 27;
› Selector lever positions for an automatic gearbox 
» page 130;
› Information and alerts in the Assist systems 
» page 112.
Outside temperature
The current outside temperature is indicated in the display of the instrument cluster.
If the outside temperature drops below +4 °C while driving, a snow flake symbol
(warning signal for ice on the road) appears before the temperature indicator and
an audible signal will sound.
If the outside temperature is less than +4 °C when the ignition is turned on, a
snow flake symbol appears in the display and an acoustic signal sounds. After
pressing the rocker switch 
A
 or the adjustment wheel 
D
  » Fig. 3  on page 22,
the function shown last is indicated.
WARNINGEven at temperatures around +4 °C, black ice may still be on the road surface!
Do not only rely upon the information given on the outside temperature dis-
play that there is no ice on the road.
Recommended gear
In order to minimise the fuel consumption, a recommendation for shifting into an- other gear is indicated in the display.
Information about the currently-selected gear is shown in the upper part of the
display. When the system determines that a change in gear is required, the arrow
symbol  
 and the recommended gear appears next to the current gear indication.
For instance, if  
 
 
 appears in this display, this means it is recommended that
you shift from 3rd into 4th gear.
WARNINGThe driver is always responsible for selecting the correct gear in different driv-
ing situations, such as overtaking.
Door, boot lid and bonnet warning
If at least one door is open, or the boot or bonnet is open, the instrument cluster
display indicates the relevant  open door or boot/bonnet.
An acoustic signal will also sound if you drive the vehicle above 6 km/h.
Eco tips
To minimise fuel consumption, fuel economy tips can appear in the display.
Eco tips are indicated next to the letters  ECO-TIP.
For instance, if the air-condition is on and a window is open, the following mes- sage appears  ECO TIP Air conditioning switched on: close windows.
Eco tips display must be activated in the Infotainment  » operating instructions for
Infotainment , chapter Vehicle settings .
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Unlocking›Grab the door handle of the front door or cover the sensor 2 » Fig. 15  with the
whole palm of your hand  » .
Locking
›
Touch the sensor 
1
  » Fig. 15  with your fingers.
Unlocking the boot lid
›
Press the handle of the boot lid  » Fig. 19 on page 37.
Switching off the safelock system
›
Use your fingers to touch the sensor 
1
 twice within 2 seconds.
The vehicle can be unlocked when the key is in the unlocking zone.
Unlocking zones
Front door left
Front door right
Luggage compartment lid
If you cover the sensor 
2
 at the same time as the sensor 
1
  » Fig. 15  when un-
locking the vehicle, it is not unlocked.
If the vehicle is locked via the sensor 
1
, it will not be possible to unlock it again
in the following 2 seconds via the sensor 
2
 - prevents accidental unlocking.
On vehicles fitted with automatic gearbox, the selector lever must be moved into the position  P before unlocking.
The KESSY system can find the valid key, even if it was left in the front of the ve-
hicle's roof for example 
D
  » Fig. 15 . It is therefore not always necessary to know
where the key is.
Always check to see whether the vehicle is locked.
CAUTION
■ After leaving the vehicle, it does not lock automatically, the procedure for lock-
ing the vehicle must therefore be observed.■
Do not use gloves or other objects which might prevent direct contact between
the hand and the sensor.
Note
■ If the battery in the key is weak or discharged, the vehicle may not be unlocked
or locked via the KESSY system. In this case, use the emergency unlocking or emergency locking on the driver's door  » page 36.ABCProtection against inadvertently locking the key in the vehicle
If the key which was used to lock the vehicle including the boot lid, remains in the
vehicle, the protection mechanism against inadvertently locking the key in the ve-
hicle is activated and the vehicle unlocks itself again D
  » Fig. 15  on page 33.
The turn signal lights flash four times as confirmation that the vehicle has been
unlocked again.
The following message is displayed in the information display or display of the in-
strument cluster:  Key in vehicle. or KEY IN VEHICLE .
Additionally, on vehicles which are fitted with the anti-theft alarm system, an au- dible signal sounds.
Information message
The functions of the KESSY system are monitored. In the presence of a fault, one of the following messages may appear.
› Key not found.
› Key not detected. Owner's manual!
› NO KEY
This message is displayed if you leave the engine on and no key is detected in the vehicle. The message is then displayed when the ignition is switched on or the
engine is running or when no key was found in the vehicle. This can occur if the
key is outside the vehicle, the battery in the key is discharged, the key is defec-
tive or the electromagnetic field is strongly disturbed. Some electronic devices,
e.g. mobile phones, can also cause faults.
› Keyless access system faulty.
› KEYLESS ACCESS SYSTEM FAULTY
Error in the KESSY system; seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.
› Change the key battery!
› KEY BATTERY PLEASE CHANGE
Low voltage of the remote control key battery, change the battery.
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