park assist SKODA OCTAVIA 2014 3.G / (5E) Owner's Manual

Table of Contents
On-board literature4
Notes
5
Structure and more information about the
Owner's manual
6
Abbreviations
Safety
Passive Safety
8
General information
8
Correct and safe seated position
9
Seat belts
12
Using seat belts
12
Inertia reel and belt pretensioners
15
Airbag system
16
Description of the airbag system
16
Airbag overview
17
Deactivating airbags
21
Transporting children safely
22
Child seat
22
Fastening elements
25
Using the system
Cockpit
29
Overview
28
Instruments and warning lights
30
Instrument cluster
30
Warning lights
34
Warning icons in the display
40
Information system
45
Driver information system
45
Driving data (Multifunction display)
47MAXI DOT display50Service interval display53
Unlocking and opening
54
Unlocking and locking
54
Anti-theft alarm system
59
Luggage compartment lid
60
Electric boot lid
61
Power windows
64
Mechanical windows
66
Panorama sliding-/tilting roof - Version 1
67
Panorama sliding-/tilting roof - Version 2
68
Lights and visibility
71
Lights
71
Interior lights
78
Visibility
80
Windscreen wipers and washers
81
Rear mirror
83
Seats and head restraints
86
Seats and head restraints
86
Seat features
90
Transporting and practical equipment
94
Useful equipment
94
Luggage compartment
103
Variable loading floor in the luggage
compartment (Estate)
110
Net partition
112
Roof rack
113
Heating and air conditioning
116
Heating, ventilation, cooling
116
Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and
ventilation)
121
Communication
124
SmartGate
124Driving
Starting-off and Driving126
Starting and stopping the engine using the key
126
Starting or stopping the engine by pressing
button
128
Brakes and parking
130
Manual shifting of gears and pedals
132
Automatic gearbox
133
Retraction and economical driving
136
Driving through water and driving off of
made-up roads
137
Assist systems
138
Braking and stabilisation systems
138
Parking aid
140
Optical Parking Assistant (rear view camera)
143
Park assist
144
Cruise Control System
148
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
149
Front Assistant
155
START-STOP
158
Selection of travel mode (Driving Mode
Selection)
160
ProActive passenger protection
161
Lane Assist
162
Traffic sign recognition
164
Fatigue detection (break recommendation)
166
Tyre pressure monitoring
167
Hitch and trailer
169
Hitch
169
Trailer
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Using the system
Cockpit
OverviewElectrical power windows
64
Electric exterior mirror adjustment
85
Door opening lever
56
Air outlet vent
116
Parking ticket holder
95
Operating lever:
› Turn signal light, headlight and parking light, headlight
flasher
73
› Speed regulating system
148
›Activating the Assist systems menu item
51
Steering wheel:
› With horn
› With driver’s front airbag
17
›With buttons for the operation of the information system
45
›With buttons for the Infotainment Control
» Infotainment
Manual , chapter Device Operation
Instrument cluster
30
Operating lever: › Windscreen wiper and wash system
81
›Multifunction display
47
›Information system
51
Infotainment
» owner's manual for the Infotainment radio or
navigation
Air outlets in the central part of the dash panel
116
Button for hazard warning light system
77
Warning light for the deactivated front seat passenger airbag
21
Interior rear-view mirror
84
Storage compartment on the front passenger side
100
Front passenger airbag
17
CD/DVD drive and memory card slot (in the passenger-side stor-
age compartment) » owner's manual for the Infotainment radio
and/or navigation
1234567891011121314151617Key switch for switching off the front passenger airbag (in front
passenger storage compartment)21
Air outlet vent
116
Door opening lever
56
Power window in the front passenger door
65
Light switch
71
Bonnet release lever
194
Storage compartment on the driver's side
95
Fuse box (behind the storage compartment on the driver's
side)
228
Operating lever for adaptive cruise control
152
Lever for adjusting the steering wheel
10
Ignition lock
127
Pedals
132
Handbrake lever
131
Depending on equipment fitted:
› Gearshift lever (manual gearbox)
132
›Selector lever (automatic gearbox)
133
Depending on equipment fitted:
› 12-Volt power socket
98
›Cigarette lighter
97
Bar with keys depending on the equipment fitted:
› 
Central locking system
58
› 
START STOP
158
› 
Traction control TCS
139
›
Electronic Stability Control ESC
138
› 
/
 Selection of travel mode
160
›
Park Assist
144
› 
Parking aid
140
› 
Tyre control display
167
Shelf/phonebox
96

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Viewing the charge level vehicle batteryRead and observe
on page 30 first.
›
Switch off the ignition.
›
Press and hold the button
6
» Fig. 22 on page 31 until the Battery status or
BATTERY SOC is shown in the display.
›
Release button
6
- the current charge level 1)
of the vehicle battery is dis-
played in %.
›
Wait about 4 seconds or press the
6
key, the system returns to the home
setting.
Warning lights
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:

 Automatic Transmission
35
 Handbrake
35
 Brake system
35
 Seat belt warning light
36
 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
36

 Central warning light
36

 Power steering/steering lock (KESSY system)
36
 Traction Control System (ASR)
37
 Traction control system (TCS) deactivated
37
 Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
37
 Antilock brake system (ABS)
37
 Rear fog light
38
 Exhaust inspection system
38
 Glow plug system (diesel engine)
38
 Engine performance check (petrol engine)
38
 Security systems
38
 Tyre pressure
39
 Brake linings
39

 Lane following system (Lane Assist)
39

 Turn signal system
39
Trailer turn signal lights40 Fog lights40

Cruise control system
40
 Brake pedal (automatic transmission)
40
 Natural gas operation
40
 Main beam
40
The warning lights indicate certain functions or faults.
Some warning lights can be accompanied by acoustic signals and messages in
the display of the instrument cluster.
After switching on the ignition, some warning lights light up briefly as a func-
tion test.
If the tested systems are OK, the corresponding warning lights go out a few
seconds after switching on the ignition or after starting the engine.
The condition of some features and systems is shown by the warning icons on
the display » page 40.
The warning lights are at the following locations in the instrument clus-
ter » Fig. 22 on page 31 .
› Revolutions counter
1
›Speedometer
3
›Bar with warning lights
5WARNING■
Ignoring illuminated warning lights and related messages or instructions
in the display of the instrument cluster may lead to serious personal injury
or damage to the vehicle.■
If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe
distance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard
warning light system » page 77. The warning triangle must be set up at
the prescribed distance - observe the national legal provisions when doing
so.
■
The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. While working in
the engine compartment, be sure to observe the following warn-
ings » page 192 , Engine compartment .
1)
Applies to vehicles with START-STOP system.
34Using the system

 Seat belt warning lightRead and observe
on page 34 first.
The warning light 
illuminates as a reminder for the driver and front passen-
ger to fasten seat belts.
The indicator light 
goes off after the respective seat belt is fastened.
If the driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt and the vehicle
speed is more than 30 km/h, the warning light 
flashes and you will hear an
acoustic signal.
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 .
 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
If the warning light 
lights up , the delay of the ACC is not sufficient.
The following message is shown in the information cluster display. Apply the brake!
Further information » page 149, Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) .
  Central warning light
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
When the warning light  or

lights up , the additional information in the dis-
play of the instrument cluster » page 40, Warning icons in the display
or » page 47 , Auto-check control must be observed.
  Power steering/steering lock (KESSY system)
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
Power steering
If the indicator light 
illuminates , this indicates a complete failure of the
power steering and the steering assist has failed (significantly higher steering
forces). Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
If the indicator light  illuminates , this indicates a partial failure of the power
steering and the steering forces can be greater. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.
Steering lock (KESSY system)
As long as the warning light 
is flashing , the steering lock cannot be re-
leased.
The following message is shown in the information cluster display. Move the steering wheel!
MOVE STEERING WHEEL
› Move the steering wheel slightly back and forth, thereby facilitating unlock-
ing the steering lock.
If the steering does also not unlock then, the help of a specialist garage is re-
quired.
If the warning light 
flashes and a beep sounds, the electric steering lock is
faulty.
The following message is shown in the information cluster display. Steering lock: Workshop!
STEERING WORKSHOP
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
If the warning light 
flashes and a beep sounds, the electric steering lock is
faulty.
The following message is shown in the information cluster display. Steering lock faulty. Stop!
STOP VEHICLE STEERING FAULTY
Park the vehicle, 
stop driving . After switching off the ignition, it is then no
longer possible to lock the steering, to activate the electrical components (e.g.
radio, navigation system), to switch on the ignition again and to start the en-
gine. Seek help from a specialist garage.
Note
If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the warning
light  comes on after switching on the ignition. The warning light should go
out after driving a short distance. If warning light 
does not go out once the
engine has been restarted and the vehicle has been driven for a short period
of time, this indicates a system error. Seek assistance from a specialist garage
immediately.36Using the system

While the operational faults remain unrectified, the messages are always indi-
cated again. After they are displayed for the first time, the symbols  or 
continue to be displayed without any extra messages for the driver.
Some warning icons can be accompanied by acoustic signals and messages in
the instrument cluster display.
After switching on the ignition, some warning icons illuminate briefly as a
function test.
If the tested systems are OK, the corresponding warning lights go out a few
seconds after switching on the ignition or after starting the engine.
The status of some features and systems is shown by the warning
lights » page 34 .
On vehicles with a colour MAXI DOT display some warning icons in the display
are in colour.WARNING■ Ignoring illuminated warning icons and related messages or instructions
in the display of the instrument cluster may lead to serious personal injury
or damage to the vehicle.■
If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe
distance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard
warning light system » page 77. The warning triangle must be set up at
the prescribed distance - observe the national legal provisions when doing
so.
■
The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. While working in
the engine compartment, be sure to observe the following warn-
ings » page 192 , Engine compartment .
  Rear seat belt warning
Read and observe
on page 41 first.
A rear seat belt is not fastened
A rear seat belt is fastened
The warning icons  or

light up after the ignition has been switched on.
When the seat belt is fastened/unfastened, the particular icon lights up briefly
and indicates the current belt status.
 Alternator
Read and observe
on page 41 first.
The warning icon 
lights up if the vehicle battery is not charged when the
engine is running.
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
CAUTION
If symbol  lights up in addition to symbol  while driving,  stop driving -
there is a risk of engine damage! Switch off the engine and seek assistance
from a specialist garage.
 Coolant
Read and observe
on page 41 first.
Coolant level too low
If the coolant level is too low, the warning icon 
lights up and the following
message appears in the instrument cluster display.
Check coolant! Owner's manual!
ENGINE COOLANT PLEASE CHECK
› Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the coolant lev-
el » page 198 .
› If the coolant level is too low, add coolant to the reservoir
» page 198.
If the indicator light 
does not illuminate after adding coolant and switching
on the engine, you may continue your journey.
If the coolant is within the specified range and the warning symbol  is still
lit
after switching on the ignition, then there may be a malfunction of the cooling
fan.
› Switch off the ignition.
› Check the fuse for the radiator fan, replace if necessary
» page 230, Fuses in
the engine compartment .
If the coolant level and fan fuse are OK and the warning symbol 
lights up
again after switching on the ignition, 
do not continue driving!
Seek help from a specialist garage. 
41Instruments and warning lights

Lights and visibility
Lights
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Operating the lights
71
Daylight running lights (DAY LIGHT)
72
Turn signal and main beam
73
Automatic driving lamp control
73
Adaptive headlights (AFS)
74
High Beam assistant
75
Fog lights
76
Fog lights with the CORNER function
76
Rear fog light
76
COMING HOME / LEAVING HOME
77
Hazard warning light system
77
Parking lights
78
Driving abroad
78
The lights work only with the ignition on, unless otherwise stated.
The arrangement of the controls right-hand drive models may differ from the layout shown in » Fig. 50 on page 71 . The symbols that mark the individual
positions of the controls are identical.
Keep the headlights lenses clean. The following guidelines must be ob-
served » page 184 , Headlight glasses .
WARNING■
The activation of the lights should only be undertaken in accordance with
national legal requirements.■
The driver is always responsible for the correct settings and use of the
lights.
WARNING (Continued)■ The automatic driving lamp control  only operates as a support and
does not release the driver from his responsibility to check the light and, if
necessary, to switch on the light depending on the light conditions. The
light sensor cannot, for example, detect rain or snow. Under these condi-
tions we recommend switching on the low beam or fog lights!■
Never drive with only the side lights on! The side lights are not bright
enough to light up the road sufficiently in front of you or to be seen by oth-
er oncoming traffic. Therefore always switch on the low beam when it is
dark or if visibility is poor.
Note
■ The headlights may mist up temporarily. When the driving lights are switched
on, the light outlet surfaces are free from mist after a short period, although
the headlight lenses may still be misted up in the peripheral areas. This mist
has no influence on the life of the lighting system.■
The instruments are also illuminated when the side light, low or high beam
light is switched on. The brightness of the instrument lighting can be activated
or deactivated in the Infotainment » Operating instructions for Infotainment ,
chapter Vehicle settings (CAR button) .
Operating the lights
Fig. 50
Light switch and control dial for
the headlight beam range regu-
lation
Read and observe on page 71 first.
Switching lights on and off
Depending on the equipment configuration, the light switch
A
» Fig. 50 can be
moved to the following positions. 
71Lights and visibility

Turn signal and main beamFig. 51
Operating lever: Turn signal and
main beam operation
Read and observe on page 71 first.
Lever positions » Fig. 51
Switch on right turn signal
Switch on left turn signal
Switch on high beam/activate high-beam assistant (spring-loaded posi-
tion)
Switch on main beam or headlight flasher (spring-loaded position)
Main beam
The main beam can only be switched on when the low beam lights are on.
The warning light  illuminates in the instrument cluster when the headlight
is switched on.
On vehicles with Headlight assist, when the lever is put into position
C
, the
Assistant is activated » page 75.
Headlamp flasher
The headlight flasher system can also be operated if the ignition is switched
off.
The warning light  illuminates in the instrument cluster when the headlight
flasher is switched on.
Flashing
When the left flashing light is switched on, the warning light  flashes in the
instrument cluster.
When the right flashing light is switched on, the warning light  flashes in the
instrument cluster.
The turn signal light switches itself off automatically when driving around a
curve or after making a turn.
ABCDThe warning light flashes at twice its normal rate if a bulb for the turn signal
light fails.
“Convenience turn signal”
If you only wish to flash three times, briefly push the lever to the upper or low-
er pressure point and release again.
The “convenience turn signal” can be activated or deactivated in the Infotain- ment » Operating instructions for Infotainment , chapter Vehicle settings (CAR
button) .WARNINGOnly turn on the main beam or the headlight flasher if other road users will
not be dazzled.
Automatic driving lamp control
Fig. 52
Light switch: AUTO position
Read and observe on page 71 first.
If the light switch is in position 
» Fig. 52 , the parking lights, low beam and
number plate lights are switched on or off automatically.
The on/off switching of the light is controlled by a sensor mounted under the
windscreen in the bracket of the inside mirror.
The sensitivity of the light sensor can be activated or deactivated in the Info-
tainment » Operating instructions for Infotainment , chapter Vehicle settings
(CAR button) .
If the light switch is in position 
, the lettering 
illuminates next to the
light switch. If the light is switched on automatically, the symbol 
next to the
light switch also lights up. 
73Lights and visibility

■As soon as the windscreen mists up, press the symbol button . Press the
button  once the windscreen has demisted.■
During operation of the Climatronic, an increase in engine idle speed can oc-
cur under certain circumstances in order to ensure adequate heating comfort.
Efficient handling of the cooling system
Read and observe
and on page 116 first.
The air conditioning system compressor uses power from the engine when in
cooling mode, which will affect the fuel consumption.
It recommended to open the windows or the doors of a vehicle for which the
interior has been strongly heated through the effect of direct sunlight in order
to allow the heated air to escape.
The cooling system should not be on if the windows are open.
For the sake of the environment
Pollutant emissions are also lower when fuel is being saved » page 136.
malfunctions
Read and observe
and on page 116 first.
If the cooling system does not operate at outside temperatures higher than
+5 °C, there is a problem in the system. The reasons for this may be.
› One of the fuses has blown. Check the fuse and replace if necessa-
ry » page 229 .
› The cooling system has switched off automatically for a short time because
the coolant temperature of the engine is too hot » page 32.
If you are not able to resolve the operational problem yourself, or if the cooler
output has reduced, switch off the cooling system and seek assistance from a
specialist garage.
Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and ventilation)
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Switching on/off
122
Radio remote control
123Conditions for the functioning of auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and venti-
lation), hereinafter referred to only as auxiliary heating.
The charge state of the vehicle battery is sufficient.
The fuel supply is adequate (the warning icon 
is not lit in the display of
the instrument cluster).
Auxiliary ventilation
The auxiliary ventilation enables fresh air to flow into the vehicle interior by
switching off the engine, whereby the interior temperature is effectively de-
creased (e.g. with the vehicle parked in the sun).
Auxiliary heating (parking heating)
The auxiliary heating can be used when both when stationary, when the en-
gine is switched off, to preheat the vehicle and also while driving (e.g. during
the heating phase of the engine).
The auxiliary heater functions in connection with the air-conditioning system
or Climatronic.
The auxiliary heating also warms up the engine.
The auxiliary heating warms up the coolant by combusting fuel from the vehi-
cle tank. This heats the air flowing into the passenger compartment (if the
blower is turned on).
The heater is switched on or off automatically depending on the ambient con-
ditions to give the best possible conditions for the engine running and the in-
terior heating.
The automatic switching on and off of the heater can be turned off by a spe-
cialist garage.WARNING■ The auxiliary heating must never be operated in closed rooms (e.g. garag-
es) – risk of poisoning!■
The auxiliary heating must not be allowed to run during refuelling – risk
of fire.
■
The exhaust pipe of the auxiliary heating is located on the underside of
the vehicle. If you want to use the heater, do not park the car in places
where the exhaust fumes can come into contact with flammable materials
such as dry grass, undergrowth, leaves, spilled fuel etc. - risk of fire. 
121Heating and air conditioning

Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA)Read and observe
on page 138 first.
HBA increases the braking effect and helps to shorten the braking distance.
The HBA is activated by the very quick operation of the brake pedal. To ach-
ieve the shortest possible braking distance, the brake pedal must be applied
firmly until the vehicle has come to a complete standstill.
The HBA is automatically switched off when the brake pedal is released.
Hill Hold Control (HHC)
Read and observe
on page 138 first.
HHC allows you, when driving on slopes, to move your foot from the brake
pedal to the accelerator pedal without having to use the handbrake.
The system holds the brake pressure produced by the activation of the brake pedal for approx. 2 seconds after the brake pedal is released.
The brake pressure drops gradually the more you operate the accelerator ped-
al. If the vehicle does not start off within 2 seconds, it starts to roll back.
The HHC is active from a 5% slope if the driver's door is closed. HHC is always active on slopes when in forward or reverse start off.
Multi-collision brake (MCB)
Read and observe
on page 138 first.
The MCB helps to decrease speed after a collision through automatic braking
interventions and to stabilize the vehicle. This reduces the risk of a subse-
quent crash due to uncontrolled vehicle movement.
The automatic brake interventions can take place only if the following condi-
tions are met.
A head-on or side collision occurred.
The impact speed was higher than approx. 10 km/h.
The brakes, the ESL and other required electrical systems remain function-
al after impact.
The accelerator pedal is not actuated.
Trailer stabilisation (TSA)
Read and observe
on page 138 first.
The TSA helps the combination stable in situations where the trailer sways
and then the whole trailer combination.
TSA brakes the individual wheels of the towing vehicle in order to damp the
rocking motion of the entire vehicle combination.
The following conditions are required for the correct TSA function. The trailer was shipped from the factory or purchased from the ŠKODA
genuine accessories.
The trailer is electrically connected to the towing vehicle by means of the
trailer socket.
The parking aid is activated.
The speed is higher than approx. 60 km/h.
The activated TSA is shown by the fact that after switching on the ignition, the
indicator light  in the instrument cluster lights up for about 2 seconds longer
than the indicator light .
Further information » page 169, Hitch and trailer .
Parking aid

Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Function
141
Activation/deactivation
142
Road display
142
Automatic system activation when moving forward
143
The parking aid (hereinafter referred to only as system) draws attention via
acoustic signals or the Infotainment display when manoeuvring around obsta-
cles in the vicinity of the vehicle.
The system uses ultrasound waves to calculate the distance between the
bumper and an obstacle. Depending on the vehicle equipment, the ultrasonic
sensors are located in the back or in the front bumper » Fig. 139 on page 141 .
140Driving

Towing a trailer
On vehicles equipped with a factory-fitted towing device, only the areas A
and
B
» Fig. 138 of the system are active when operating a trailer, there is no
road display.
Note
■ If not all fields around vehicles with Version 3 are shown after the system is
activated, the vehicle will need to be moved a few metres forwards or back-
wards.■
The signal tones for front obstacle recognition are factory-set to be higher
than for rear obstacle recognition.
Activation/deactivation
Read and observe
and on page 141 first.
The system is automatically activated by selecting reverse gear or pressing
the symbol button 
» Fig. 138 on page 141 .
This is confirmed by a short acoustic signal (the symbol  in the button lights
up).
On vehicles with Version 1, the system can be deactivated by moving out of re-
verse gear.
For vehicles with Version 2 and 3, the system is deactivated by pressing the
symbol button or automatically at a speed over 10 km/h (the symbol
 in
the button goes out).
Fault display
If a warning signal sounds for about 3 seconds after activating the system and
there is no obstacle close to your car, this indicates a system fault. The fault is
also indicated by the symbol  flashing in the button. Seek help from a spe-
cialist garage.
Note
■ The system can only be activated via the symbol button  at a speed of be-
low 10 km/hr.■
By means of the key 
in the infotainment display » Fig. 140 on page 142
the display can be switched to the camera image » page 143, Optical Parking
Assistant (rear view camera) .
Road displayFig. 140
Infotainment display: Road dis-
play
Read and observe and on page 141 first.
The display of the upcoming road changes depending on the steering angle
A
» Fig. 140 .
Obstacles that are located on the road are represented by the following col-
ours.
› Red – the distance to the obstacle is less than about 30 cm.
› Yellow – the distance to the obstacle is more than about 30 cm.
Obstacles that are not located on the road are represented by the following
colours.
› Red – the distance to the obstacle is less than about 30 cm.
› White – the distance to the obstacle is more than about 30 cm.
The road ahead is displayed when a forward gear or Neutral is engaged or the
selector lever is in mode D/S or position N is set.
The road behind the vehicle is displayed when reverse gear is engaged or the
selector lever is in mode R.
142Driving