bulb SKODA OCTAVIA 2013 3.G / (5E) User Guide

›Turn the bulb holder A
» Fig. 223 as far as it goes in the direction of the arrow
and remove it.›
Replace the bulb, insert the bulb holder with the new bulb and turn in the oppo-
site direction to that of the arrow as far as it goes.
›
Insert the rubber cover
2
.

Replacing bulb for daytime running lights and parking lights
Fig. 224
Headlights with Xenon light:
Changing the bulb for daytime
running lights and parking light
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 255.
›
Remove the rubber cover
4
» Fig. 220 on page 256.
›
Turn the bulb holder
B
» Fig. 224 as far as it goes in the direction of the arrow
and remove it.
›
Replace the bulb, insert the bulb holder with the new bulb and turn in the oppo-
site direction to that of the arrow as far as it goes.
›
Insert the rubber cover
4
.

Change bulb for additional parking lightFig. 225
Headlights with Xenon headlights and LED daytime running lights:
Bulb for additional parking light
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 255.
Removing/replacing the bulb for the parking light
›
Remove the rubber cover
6
» Fig. 221 on page 256.
›
Remove the bulb holder with the bulb by jiggling it out in the direction of the
arrow
1
» Fig. 225 .
›
Grasp the lamp socket at the places marked by arrows.
›
Remove the faulty bulb from the holder in the direction of the arrow
2
.
›
Insert a new bulb in the bulb holder up to the stop.
›
Replace the bulb holder in the headlamp with the bulb.
›
Insert the rubber cover
6
.
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257Fuses and light bulbs

Replacing the bulb for the fog lightsFig. 226
Front bumper: Remove the protective grille/fog light
Fig. 227
Replacing the light bulb
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 255.
Removing the protective grille
›
Undo the protective grille in the area of the arrow » Fig. 226 - 
using the
clamp for removing the wheel trims » page 236, Vehicle tool kit .
›
Remove the protective grille in the direction of the arrow
1
.
Changing light bulbs for fog lights
›
Use the screwdriver from the tool kit to unscrew the fog lamp » Fig. 226 -
 .
›
Unlock the fuse in the direction of the arrow
2
with the screwdriver.
›
Remove the headlight in the direction of the arrow
3
.
›
Remove the connector.
›
Turn bulb holder
A

» Fig. 227 in an anti-clockwise direction up to the stop and
remove.
› Insert the bulb holder with the new bulb into the headlight and turn
clockwise
as far as the stop.›
Attach the connector.
›
Replace the fog lamp by inserting it in the opposite direction of the arrow
3
» Fig. 226 and screw tight.
›
Insert the protective grille and carefully press it in.
The protective grille must engage firmly.

Replacing the bulb for the licence plate light
Fig. 228
Remove the number plate light/replace the bulb
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 255.
›
Open the luggage compartment lid.
›
Push in the lamp in the direction of the arrow
1
» Fig. 228 .
The lamp comes loose.
›
Swivel out the lamp in the direction of the arrow
2
and remove it.
›
Remove the faulty bulb from the holder in the direction of the arrow
3
.
›
Insert a new bulb into the holder.
›
Reinsert the lamp in the opposite direction to the arrow
1
.
›
Push on the light until the spring clicks into place.
Check that the light is securely inserted.
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258Do-it-yourself

Rear light (Octavia)Fig. 229
Remove cover / light
Fig. 230
Installing the lamp connector/lamp
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 255.
Removing
›
Open the boot lid.
›
Insert the clamp for removing the wheel trims » page 236, Vehicle tool kit into
the hole at the position indicated by the arrow » Fig. 229 - 
.
›
Remove the cover in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 229 - 
.
›
Use the screwdriver from the tool kit to unscrew the lamp » Fig. 229 - 
.
›
Grip the tail lamp and carefully remove it by jiggling it out in the opposite direc-
tion of travel.
›
Press together the interlocks on the connector in the direction of arrow
1
» Fig. 230 -
 .
›Carefully remove the connector from the tail lamp assembly in the direction of
the arrow 2.
Installing›
Insert the connector into the lamp and lock it securely.
›
Insert the lamp into the mounts in the body » Fig. 230 -  .
›
Carefully press the tail lamp into the body so that the bolts
1
» Fig. 231 on
page 260 on the lamp engage into the mounts in the body » .
Ensure that the cable bundle does not become pinched between the body and
the lamp.
›
Screw the tail lamp into place and install the cover.
›
Ensure that the cover engages firmly.
CAUTION
■ Ensure that the cable bundle does not become pinched between the body and
the lamp when it is being refitted – risk of damage to the electric installation and risk of water ingress.■
If you are not sure whether the cable bundle has become pinched, we recom-
mend that you have the light connection checked by a specialist garage.
■
Ensure that the vehicle paintwork and the tail lamp are not damaged when re-
moving and installing the tail lamp.
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259Fuses and light bulbs

Replacing bulbs in rear light (Octavia)Fig. 231
Outer part of the light: Basic light/light with LED diodes
Fig. 232
Inner part of the light: Basic light/light with LED diodes
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 255.
Outer part of the lamp
›
Turn the bulb holder
2
» Fig. 231 in an anti-clockwise direction and remove it
from the lamp housing.
›
Push the faulty bulb into the holder, turn in anti -clockwise direction up to the
stop and remove.
›
Insert a new bulb into the holder and turn in a clockwise direction to the the
stop.
›
Replace the holder with the bulb into the lamp housing and turn in a clockwise
direction to the stop.
Inner part of the light›Unscrew the lamp holder » Fig. 231 -  or  use the screwdriver from the car
tool kit, and remove the lamp holder from the tail light assembly.›
Turn the bulb holder anti-clockwise up to the stop and remove it from the lamp
housing » Fig. 231 -  respectively .
›
Replace the bulb, insert the holder with the bulb into the lamp housing and turn
in a clockwise direction to the stop.
›
Insert the bulb holder in the tail lamp assembly.
›
Screw on the lamp holder carefully.
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260Do-it-yourself

Rear light (Octavia Estate)Fig. 233
Remove cover / light
Fig. 234
Installing the lamp connector/lamp
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 255.
Removing
›
Open the boot lid.
›
Insert the clamp for removing the wheel trims » page 236, Vehicle tool kit into
the hole at the position indicated by the arrow » Fig. 233 - 
.
›
Remove the cover in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 233 - 
.
›
Use the screwdriver from the tool kit to unscrew the lamp » Fig. 233 - 
.
›
Grip the tail lamp and carefully remove it by jiggling it out in the opposite direc-
tion of travel.
›
Press together the interlocks on the connector in the direction of arrow
1
» Fig. 234 -
 .
›Carefully remove the connector from the tail lamp assembly in the direction of
the arrow 2.
Installing›
Insert the connector into the lamp and lock it securely.
›
Insert the lamp into the mounts in the body » Fig. 234 -  .
›
Carefully press the tail lamp into the body so that the bolts
1
» Fig. 235 on
page 262 on the lamp engage into the mounts in the body » .
Ensure that the cable bundle does not become pinched between the body and
the lamp.
›
Screw the tail lamp into place and install the cover.
›
Ensure that the cover engages firmly.
CAUTION
■ Ensure that the cable bundle does not become pinched between the body and
the lamp when it is being refitted – risk of damage to the electric installation and risk of water ingress.■
If you are not sure whether the cable bundle has become pinched, we recom-
mend that you have the light connection checked by a specialist garage.
■
Ensure that the vehicle paintwork and the tail lamp are not damaged when re-
moving and installing the tail lamp.

261Fuses and light bulbs

Replacing bulbs in rear light (Octavia Estate)Fig. 235
Outer part of the light: Basic light/light with LED diodes
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 255.
Outer part of the lamp
›
Turn the bulb holder
2
» Fig. 235 in an anti-clockwise direction and remove it
from the lamp housing.
›
Push the faulty bulb into the holder, turn in anti -clockwise direction up to the
stop and remove.
›
Insert a new bulb into the holder and turn in a clockwise direction to the the
stop.
›
Replace the holder with the bulb into the lamp housing and turn in a clockwise
direction to the stop.
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262Do-it-yourself

Avoiding damage to the vehicleDriving through water135
Avoiding damage to your vehicle135
B
Ball head Check fitting
171
Ball rod installing
170
Ready position170
removing171
Battery In the remote control key
247
iReplace the remote control of the auxiliary heat- er (parking heater)
247
Belts180
Belt tensioners183
Bonnet Closing
217
Opening217
Boot Class N1 vehicles
92
See Boot lid44
Boot lid Automatic locking
44
Closing44
Opening44
Brake information messages
16
warning light16
Brake booster125
Brake fluid223
Changing223
Checking223
information messages16
Brake linings warning light
20
Brakes Brake assist systems
137
Brake booster125
Brake fluid223
Handbrake125
Running in131
Braking Information on braking
125
Breakdown kit241
Break recommendation See Fatigue detection
168
Bulbs Replacing
255
Button in the driver's door Electrical power windows
47
C
Car computer see multifunction display
29
Cargo element98
Car park ticket holder80
Carrier103
Cavity protection208
Central locking button39
Change bulb for additional parking light
257
Changing Brake fluid
223
Engine oil221
Wheels237
Changing a wheel Follow-up tasks
238
Preparation237
Removing and refitting a wheel238
Charging a vehicle battery226
Check Fit ball head properly
171
Checking Battery electrolyte level
226
Brake fluid223
Coolant222
Engine oil220
Oil level220
Windscreen washer fluid218
Children and safety193
Child safety Side airbag
195
Child safety lock40
Child safety seat Use of child safety seats
195
Child seat Classification
195
ISOFIX196
on the front passenger seat194
TOP TETHER197
Use of ISOFIX child seats196
Chrome parts refer to Taking care of your vehicle
206
Cigarette lighter83
Cleaning198
Alcantara210
Artificial leather210
cloths210
Covers of electrically heated seats210
Headlight lenses207
Natural leather209
Plastic parts206
Wheels208
Climatronic112
Air recirculation114
automatic mode113
Control elements112
Controlling blower114
Cooling system113
Defrosting windscreen115
Setting temperature113
Clothes hook88
Cockpit 12-volt power outlet
84
Ashtray83
Cigarette lighter83
General view9
Lighting61
273Index

Hazard warning light system61
Jump-starting243
Locking the driver's door248
Start engine - KESSY124
Switching off the ignition –KESSY124
Towing the using the tow hitch246
Towing the vehicle244
Tyre repair240
Unlocking the driver's door248
Unlocking the tailgate249
Emergency equipment Fire extinguisher
236
First aid kit235
Jack236
Vehicle tool kit236
Warning triangle235
Emissions263
Engine Running in
130
Engine compartment215
Brake fluid223
Coolant222
Overview218
Vehicle battery224
Engine oil219
Capacity219
Changing221
Checking220
indicator symbol23
Replenishing221
Specifications219
Warning icon23
Environment131
Environmental compatibility134
Environmentally friendly driving131
EPC Warning light
19
ESC Function
137
Warning light18
Exhaust inspection system Warning light19
F
Fastening elements
92
Fatigue detection168
Function168
Information messages168
Films206
Fire extinguisher236
First aid kit235
Floor covering Fixing
94
Fog lights59
Warning light21
Fog lights with CORNER function59
Footmats126
see footmats126
Force limit Power windows
49
Force limiter electric luggage compartment lid (Octavia Estate) 44sliding/tilting roof (Octavia Estate)
52
sliding/tilting roof (Octavia)50
Front airbag187
Front Assist154
Activating/deactivating157
City emergency braking157
Information messages158
Instructions and Information155
Operation156
Radar sensor155
Front door warning light63
Fuel212
Diesel214
Fuel gauge13
refer to Fuel212
Refuelling212
Unleaded petrol213
Warning icon25
Fuel consumption131
fuel filter warning messages
25
Fuses Assignment
251
Assignment of fuses in the dash panel253
Colour coding251
Fuse assignment in the engine compartment254
Plastic clip254
Replacing251
G
Gear change Gear recommendation
27
Information on the selected gear27
Gear changing Gear stick
126
General view Cockpit
9
Glasses storage box86
Glow plug system Warning light
19
H
Handbrake
125
Warning light16
Hazard warning light system61
HBA139
Head airbag189
Headlight assist58
Warning icon25
Headlight cleaning system Headlight cleaning system
67
Headlights Bulb arrangement
256
Driving abroad136
Headlight cleaning system67
Head restraint73
275Index

HeaterWindscreen and rear window64
Heating Defrosting windows
109
Exterior mirrors69
operating108
Recirculated air mode109
Seats76
Heating and air-conditioning106
HHC139
Hill Hold Control (HHC)139
Hooks (Octavia Estate)94
Horn9
Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA)139
I
Ice warning Warning icon
25
Ignition120
Immobiliser120
Individual settings Locking
39
Unlocking39
Inertia reel183
Information message see KESSY
41
Information system26
Compass point display28
Door warning28
Eco tips28
Gear recommendation27
Information on the display148
Lap timer32
MAXI DOT display31
Multifunction display29
Operation26
Outside temperature27
Service interval display33
Stop watch32
Instrument cluster11
Auto-check control14
Counter for distance driven14
Display12
Fuel gauge13
Overview11
Revolutions counter12
see Instrument cluster11
Speedometer12
Temperature gauge13
Viewing the charge level of the vehicle battery14
Warning icons21
Warning lights15
interior light Front
62
Interior monitor43
ISOFIX196
J
Jack
236
Jacking points Raise vehicle
239
Jump-starting243
K
KESSY Information message
41
lock41
Lock / unlock the steering122
Starting the engine123
Switching off the engine123
Switching off the ignition123
Switching on the ignition123
unlock41
Key Locking
36
Starting the engine120
Stopping the engine121
Unlocking36
Knee airbag188
L
Lamp indicator symbol
24
Lamp failure indicator symbol
24
Lane Assist164
Activating/deactivating165
Explanation of situations165
Information messages166
Operation164
Warning light20
Lap timer32
LEAVING HOME60
Lever Main beam
56
Turn signal56
Windscreen wipers66
Licht COMING HOME / LEAVING HOME
60
Light Cockpit
61
Fog lights with CORNER function59
Replacing bulbs255
Tourist light58
Light bulbs Rear light (Octavia Estate)
261
Rear light (Octavia)259
lighting entry space
63
Lighting Luggage compartment
91
Lights54
Adaptive headlights (AFS)57
Automatic driving lamp control57
Daylight running55
Fog lights59
Hazard warning light system61
Headlight beam adjustment55
276Index

Park assist142
Finding a parking space143
Information messages145
Parking144
Parking Automatic brake assist
145
Manoeuvring out of a parallel parking space145
Park assist142
Parking aid140
Parking aid140
Automatic system activation when moving for-
ward
142
Function141
Road display142
Parking vehicle41
Part replacement200
Passive safety Before setting off
176
Driving safety177
Safety equipment176
Passive Safety176
Pedals126
Footmats126
Petrol refer to Fuel
213
Polishing the paintwork See Taking care of your vehicle
205
Power outlet 12 V
84
Power sockets 230 V
89
Power steering119
Warning light17
Power windows Button in the front passenger door
48
Practical features79
Storage compartment in rear centre console88
Storage compartment on the passenger side87
Storage compartment under the passenger seat87
Storage pockets on the front seats88
Waste container85
Practical Features Storage compartment in the front center console
- not lockable
82
ProActive passenger protection163
Function163
warning light19
R
Radiator fan
218
Radio remote control Auxiliary heating
116
Raise vehicle239
Rear interior light
62, 63
Rear-view mirror Exterior mirrors
69
Rear fog light60
Warning light19
Rear mirror68
Interior mirror69
Rear window - heater64
Recirculated air mode Manual air conditioning
111
Refuelling212
Fuel212
Remote control Locking
37
Replacing the battery247
Synchronisation process247
Unlocking37
Remote control key Replacing the battery
247
Removable ski bag90
Repairs and technical alterations200
Replacing Bulb for daytime running lights and parking lights
257
Bulb for main beam and daytime running lights256
Bulb for the fog lights258
Bulb for the licence plate light258
Bulb in rear light (Octavia Estate)262
Bulbs255
Bulbs in rear light (Octavia)260
Fuses251
Fuses – engine compartment254
Fuses – LHD252
Fuses – RHD252
Low beam bulb256
Rear window wiper blade250
Vehicle battery227
windscreen wiper blades250
Replenishing Coolant
222
Engine oil221
Windscreen washer fluid218
Revolutions counter12
Roof luggage rack Attachment points
104
Roof rack system103
Roof load105
Running-in the first 1500 km
130
Running in Brake pads
131
Engine130
Tyres130
S
SAFE See Safe securing system
38
SAFELOCK See Safe securing system
38
Safe securing system38
Safety176
Child safety193
Child safety seats193
Correct seated position177
Head restraints73
ISOFIX196
TOP TETHER197
278Index