check engine light SKODA OCTAVIA 2012 3.G / (5E) Owner's Guide

Note■The anti-theft wheel bolt set and adapter can be purchased from a ŠKODA Part-
ner.■
The national legal requirements must be observed when changing a wheel.
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Preliminary work
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 189.
The following steps must be carried out before actually changing the wheel:
›
Park the vehicle as far away as possible from the flow of traffic. The place you choose should be level.
›
Let all of the occupants get out. While changing a tyre, the occupants of the
vehicle should not stand on the road (instead they should remain behind a crash
barrier).
›
Switch off the engine and move the gearshift lever into Neutral or move the se-
lector lever on the automatic gearbox into position P.
›
Firmly apply the handbrake.
›
If a trailer is connected, remove it.
›
Remove the vehicle tool kit » page 188 and the spare wheel » page 184 from
the luggage compartment.
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Changing a wheel
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 189.
Always change a wheel on a level surface as far as possible.
›
Remove the full wheel trim » page 185 or caps » page 185 .
›
First of all slacken the anti-theft wheel bolt and then the other wheel
bolts » page 191 .
›
Jack up the vehicle until the wheel that needs changing is clear of the
ground » page 191 .
›
Unscrew the wheel bolts and place them on a clean surface (cloth, paper, etc.).
›
Remove the wheel.
›
Attach the spare wheel and slightly screw on the wheel bolts.
›
Lower the vehicle.
›Alternately tighten the wheel bolts opposite each other using the wheel
wrench (crosswise) and then tighten the anti-theft wheel bolt » page 191.›
Replace the wheel trim or the caps.
Note
■
All bolts must be clean and must turn easily.■Under no circumstances grease or oil the wheel bolts!■
When fitting unidirectional tyres, ensure that the direction of rotation is cor-
rect » page 181 .
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Subsequent steps
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 189.
The following steps must also be performed after changing the wheel.
›
Stow and attach the replaced wheel in the spare wheel well using a special screw » page 184 .
›
Stow the vehicle tool kit in the space provided.
›
Check the tyre pressure on the installed spare wheel as soon as possible.
›
Have the tightening torque of the wheel bolts checked with a torque wrench
as soon as possible.
›
Change the damaged wheel or consult a ŠKODA specialist garage about repair
possibilities.
Note
■ If it is determined that the wheel bolts are corroded and difficult to turn when
changing the wheel, the bolts must be replaced before checking the tightening
torque.■
Drive cautiously and only at a moderate speed until the tightening torque has
been checked.
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190Do-it-yourself

NoteImmediately replace the wheel that was repaired using the breakdown kit or con-
sult a ŠKODA specialist garage about repair possibilities.
Breakdown kit
Fig. 166
Components of the breakdown kit
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 192.
The kit is located in a box under the floor covering in the luggage compartment.
Explanation of graphic Valve remover
Sticker with speed designation “max. 80 km/h”
Inflation hose with plug
Air compressor
Tyre inflation hose
Tyre inflation pressure indicator
Air release valve
ON and OFF switch
12 volt cable connector
Tyre inflator bottle with sealing agent
Replacement valve core
1234567891011The valve remover 1 has a slot at its lower end which fits into the valve core.
This is the only way in which you can remove and re-install the valve core from
the tyre valve. The same also applies to the replacement valve core 11
.
Note
■ Observe the manufacturer's usage instructions for the breakdown kit.■A new bottle of sealant can be purchased from ŠKODA Original Parts.

Preparing to use the breakdown kit
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 192.
The following preparatory work must be carried out before using the breakdown
kit.
›
Park the vehicle as far away as possible from the flow of traffic. Park on as flat and firm a surface as possible.
›
If you are in flowing traffic, switch on the hazard warning light system and set
up the warning triangle at the prescribed distance! The national legal require-ments must be observed.
›
Let all of the occupants get out. While changing a tyre, the occupants of the
vehicle should not stand on the road (instead they should remain behind a crash
barrier).
›
Switch off the engine and move the gearshift lever into Neutral or move the se-
lector lever on the automatic gearbox into position P.
›
Firmly apply the handbrake.
›
Check that you can carry out the repairs with the breakdown kit » page 192.
›
If a trailer is connected, remove it.
›
Remove the breakdown kit from the luggage compartment.
›
Stick the sticker
2
» Fig. 166 on page 193 on the dash panel in view of the driv-
er.
›
Unscrew the valve cap.
›
Use the valve remover
1
to unscrew the valve core and place it on a clean sur-
face (rag, paper, etc.).
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193Do-it-yourself

Fuses and light bulbs
Fuses
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Fuses in the dash panel
200
Fuses in the engine compartment
201
Individual electrical circuits are protected by fuses.
› Switch off the ignition and the appropriate consumer before changing a fuse.
› Find out which fuse belongs to the component that is not operat-
ing » page 200 , Fuses in the dash panel or » page 201 , Fuses in the engine
compartment .
› Take the plastic clip located under the cover of the fuse box in the engine com-
partment, insert into the fuse and remove it » Fig. 173 on page 201.
› A blown fuses is recognisable by the molten metal strip. Replace the faulty fuse
with a new one of the same amperage.
The plastic clip can be found underneath the cover of the fuse box in the engine
compartment » Fig. 173 on page 201.
Electrically adjustable seats are protected by automatic circuit breakers, which
switch on again automatically after a few seconds after the overload has been
eliminated.
Colour coding of fuses
ColourMaximum amperagelight brown5dark brown7.5red10blue15yellow/blue20white25green/pink30orange/green40red50WARNINGAlways read and observe the warnings before completing any work in the en-
gine compartment » page 169.
CAUTION
■
Have the electrical system checked as quickly as possible by a ŠKODA specialist
garage if a newly inserted fuse blows again after a short time.■
The cover for the fuse box in the engine compartment must always be applied
correctly. If the cover is not replaced properly, water may get into the fuse box -
risk of vehicle damage!
■
Never repair fuses and also do not replace them with a fuse of a higher amper-
age - risk of fire! A different electrical system could be damaged.
Note
■ We recommend always carrying replacement fuses in the vehicle. A box of re-
placement fuses can be purchased from ŠKODA Original Accessories.■
Multiple fuses may exist for a single power consuming device.
■
Multiple power consuming devices can share a single fuse.
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199Fuses and light bulbs

Central locking system29
Changes165
Changing Engine oil
173
Wheels189
Charge level indicator of the vehicle battery
11
Charge level indicator vehicle battery
11
Charging a vehicle battery179
Checking Battery electrolyte level
179
Brake fluid175
Coolant level174
Engine oil172
Oil level172
Windscreen washer fluid176
Children and safety154
Child safety Side airbag
156
Child safety lock29
Child safety seat Use of child safety seats
156
Child seat Classification
156
ISOFIX157
on the front passenger seat155
TOP TETHER158
Use of child seats157
Chrome parts refer to Taking care of your vehicle
161
Cigarette lighter70
Cleaning159
Alcantara164
Artificial leather164
Cloths164
Headlight lenses162
Material coverings164
Natural leather164
Plastic parts162
Wheels163
Climatronic86
Clock11
Clothes hooks79
Cockpit Ashtray
70
Cigarette lighter70
General view7
Light51
Sockets71
Storage compartments72
Compartments72
Computer see Multifunction display
22
Coolant Checking
174
Replenishing175
Coolant temperature gauge display
10
Correct seated position139
Counter for distance driven11
Cruise control system (CCS)119
D
Daylight driving light
44
De-icing the windscreen and rear window52
Deactivating an airbag
151
Deactivating an airbag151
Delayed locking of the boot lid see Boot lid
38
Diesel refer to Fuel
169
Diesel fuel Operation in winter
169
Diesel particulate filter18
Digital clock11
Dipstick172
Display Service interval
11
Distance driven11
Door Child safety lock
29
Door locking Emergency
36
Doors Emergency locking
36
Driving Abroad
104
Driving through water on the street104
Emissions207
Fuel consumption207
Driving mode see Select driving mode
124
E
Economical and environmentally friendly driving
101
EDL114
Electrical power windows Button in the driver's door
38, 39
Button in the rear doors40
Central locking system40
Operational faults41
Electronic differential lock (EDL)114
Electronic immobiliser93
Emergency Automatic gearbox
133
Changing a wheel189
Door locking36
Hazard warning light system49
Jump-starting195
KESSY - start engine97
Locking the driver's door36
Towing the vehicle196
Tyre repair192
Unlocking the driver's door36
Unlocking the luggage compartment lid38
Emissions207
213Index

EngineRunning in100
Starting and stopping the engine92
Engine compartment Brake fluid
175
Coolant173
Overview172
Vehicle battery176
Engine oil Capacity
209
Changing173
Checking172
Replenishing173
Specification209
Engine revolutions counter10
Environment101
Environmental compatibility103
Environmentally friendly driving101
ESC Function
112
Warning light17
F
Fatigue detection
27
Fire extinguisher188
First-aid kit188
Footmats99
Force limiter40
Front airbag147
Front seats59
Fuel167
Diesel169
Fuel gauge display10
refer to Fuel167
Refuelling167
Unleaded petrol168
Fuel consumption101
Fuel gauge display
10
FusesAssignment199
Replacing199
G
Gear Recommended gear
21
General view Cockpit
7
Glow plug system Warning light
18
H
Handbrake
98
Head airbag150
Headlight assist47
Headlight cleaning system Headlight cleaning system
55
Headlights Driving abroad
104
Headlight cleaning system55
Head restraint63
Heating Defrosting windows
83
Exterior mirror58
operating83
Recirculated air mode84
Seats62
Windscreen and rear window52
Hill hold control (HHC)112
Horn7
Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA)112
I
Ignition see Ignition lock
94
Ignition lock94
Immobiliser93
Inertia reel145
Information display25
Instrument cluster9
see Instrument cluster9
Interior monitor36
ISOFIX157
J
Jacking points Raise vehicle
191
Jump-starting195
K
KESSY see Kessy system
33
Starting95
KESSY system Starting
95
Unlocking the vehicle33
Keys Lock the vehicle
31
Unlock the vehicle31
Knee airbag148
L
Lane Assist
126
Lever Main beam
45
Turn signal light45
Windscreen wipers54
Light Adaptive headlights (AHL)
46
Automatic driving lamp control45
Cockpit51
COMING HOME/LEAVING HOME function49
Daylight driving light44
Fog lights48
Fog lights with the function CORNER48
214Index