engine SKODA OCTAVIA 2015 3.G / (5E) User Guide

NoteOn vehicles without the ESC system, the warning light  does not illuminate
upon deactivation of the TCS system, but a message is only displayed on the
display of the instrument cluster.
 Stability Control (ESC)
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
 flashes - the ESC is now being activated.
ESC fault
 Illumi-
nates
Error: stabilization control (ESC)ESC ERROR
Seek help from a specialist garage.
If the warning light  comes on after starting the engine, the ESC system may
be switched off for technical reasons. ▶ Switch the ignition off and on again.
If the indicator light  does not illuminate after you switch the engine back
on, the ESC is fully functional again.
Disconnecting the vehicle battery
If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the indicator
light  comes on after switching on the ignition.
The warning light should go out after driving a short distance.
If, after a short drive, the indicator light does not go out, there is a system er-
ror.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
For more information about the ESC system » page 136.
 Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
 illuminates – there is an ABS fault.
Error: ABSABS ERROR
The vehicle will only be braked by the normal brake system without the ABS.
Seek help from a specialist garage.WARNING■
If warning light  illuminates simultaneously with warning light
 » page 32 ,  Brake system , do not continue your journey! Seek help
from a specialist garage.■
A fault to the ABS system or the braking system can increase the vehi-
cle's braking distance – risk of accident!
 Rear fog light
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
 illuminates – the rear fog light is switched on.
 Exhaust inspection system
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
 illuminates – there is a fault in the emission control system. The system
makes possible operation emergency mode - there may be a noticeable reduc-
tion in engine performance.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
 Glow plug system (diesel engine)
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
 flashes – there is a fault in the engine management system. The system
makes possible operation emergency mode - there may be a noticeable reduc-
tion in engine performance.
There is a fault in the glow plug system if the warning light  does not come
on or illuminates continuously.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
34Using the system

 Engine performance check (petrol engine)Read and observe
on page 32 first.
 illuminates – there is a fault in the engine management system. The system
makes possible operation emergency mode - there may be a noticeable reduc-
tion in engine performance.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
 Safety systems
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
System fault
 illuminates - there is a fault in the airbag system.
Error: airbagAIRBAG ERROR
Seek help from a specialist garage.
The front passenger airbag has been disabled with the key switch
 Illuminates for around 4 seconds after the ignition has been switched on.

 under the letters


 in the middle of the dash panel illumi-
nates after switching on the ignition » page 19.
One of the airbags or a belt tensioner has been disabled by the diagnostic
tool
 illuminates for approximately 4 seconds after the ignition is switched on
and then flashes for approximately 12 seconds.
Airbag/ belt tensioner deactivated.AIRBAG/ BELT TENSIONER OFF
ProActive passenger protection
 illuminates and the following message is shown in the information cluster
display.
Proactive passenger protection not available.PROACTIVE PASSENGER PROTECT NOT AVAIL
or
Proactive passenger protection: funct. restricted.LIMITED PROACTIVE PASSENGER PROTECTThe seat belt for the driver and front passenger needs to be replaced. Seek
help from a specialist garage.WARNINGWhen a fault in the airbag system occurs, there is a risk of the system not
being triggered in the event of an accident. Therefore, this must be
checked immediately by a specialized garage.
 Tyre pressure
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
Change of tyre pressure values
 illuminates – there was a pressure change in one of the tyres.
An audible signal sounds as a warning.
›
Immediately reduce speed and avoid sudden steering and braking manoeu-
vres.
›
Stop the vehicle, turn the ignition off and check the tyres and their inflation
pressure » page 205 .
›
Correct the tyre pressure if necessary or replace the affected wheel
» page 213 or use the repair kit » page 217.
›
Store the tyre pressure values in the system » page 165.
System fault
 flashes for approximately 1 minute and remains lit – there may be a fault in
the tyre pressure monitoring system.
›
Stop the vehicle, turn the ignition off and start the engine again.
If the warning light  flashes after starting the engine again, there is a system
error.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
Disconnecting the vehicle battery
If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the indicator
light  comes on after switching on the ignition.
The warning light should go out after driving a short distance.
If, after a short drive, the indicator light does not go out, there is a system er-
ror.
Seek help from a specialist garage. 
35Instruments and warning lights

 Brake pedal (automatic transmission)Read and observe
on page 32 first.
 illuminates – apply the brake.
 Natural gas operation
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
 illuminates - the vehicle is running on natural gas.
 Main beam
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
 illuminates – the main beam or the headlight flasher is switched on.
 Automatic transmission
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
Gearbox overheated
The warning light  is only shown in the MAXI DOTdisplay.

 Illumi-
nates
Gearbox overheated. Stop! Log book!STOP VEHICLE GEARBOX OVERHEAT  Illumi-
nates
Gearbox overheated.GEARBOX OVERHEATED
▶ 
do not continue to drive! Stop the vehicle and turn off the engine.
You can continue your journey as soon as the warning light disappears.
If the warning light does not go out, do not continue driving. Seek help from a specialist garage.
Transmission problem
The warning light  is only shown in the MAXI DOTdisplay.

 Illumi-
nates
Gearbox faulty. Workshop!GEARBOX FAULTY WORKSHOP  Illumi-
nates
Error: gearbox. Reverse gear not available.GEARBOX ERROR REV_ GEAR NOT AVAIL  Illumi-
nates
Error: gearboxGEARBOX ERROR
Seek help from a specialist garage.
  Rear seat belt warning light
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
 illuminates – a rear seat belt is not fastened.
 illuminates – a rear seat belt is fastened.
When the seat belt is fastened/unfastened, the particular light lights up briefly
and indicates the current belt status!
 Generator
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
 illuminates – the battery is not being charged whilst the engine is running.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
CAUTION
If in addition to the light  the light  lights up while driving,  stop driving -
risk of engine damage! Switch off the engine and seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage.
 Coolant
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
Coolant level too low
  Illumi-
nates
Check coolant! Log book!ENGINE COOLANT PLEASE CHECK
▶ Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the coolant level
» page 199 , Checking the coolant level . 
37Instruments and warning lights

If the coolant level is within the specified range and the warning light  illumi-
nated again after ignition on, then there may be a malfunction of the cooling
fan.
▶ Switch off the ignition.
▶ Check the fuse for the radiator fan, replace if necessary.
If the coolant level and the fan fuse are OK and the warning light 
illuminates
again after ignition on 
do not continue to drive!
Seek help from a specialist garage.
Coolant temperature too high  Illumi-
nates
Engine overheat. Stop! Owner's Manual!ENGINE OVERHEAT STOP
▶ Stop the vehicle and turn off the engine.
▶ Continue your journey only after the warning light  has disappeared.
 Engine oil pressure too low
Read and observe
on page 32 first.

 flashes – the engine oil pressure is too low.
Oil pressure: stop! Owner's Manual!STOP VEHICLE OIL PRESSURE›
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the engine oil level.
Even if the oil level is correct, 
do not drive any further if the warning light is
flashing. Also do not leave the engine running at an idling speed.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
CAUTION
If for some reason it is not possible to top up the engine oil under the current
circumstances,  do not continue driving! Switch off the engine and seek as-
sistance from a specialist garage.
 Engine oil level
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
Engine oil level too low
  Illumi-
nates
Oil level: add oil!ADD OIL▶ Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the engine oil level, top up
if necessary.
The warning light will go out if the bonnet is left open for more than 30 sec-
onds. If no engine oil has been replenished, the warning light will come on
again after driving about 100 km.
Engine oil level too high  Illumi-
nates
Reduce oil level!OIL LEVEL TOO HIGH
▶ Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the engine oil level.
In the event of a high oil level, seek assistance from a specialist garage.
Fault on the engine oil level sensor
  Illumi-
nates
Oil sensor: workshop!OIL SENSOR WORKSHOP
Seek help from a specialist garage.
CAUTION
If for some reason it is not possible to top up the engine oil under the current
circumstances,  do not continue driving! Switch off the engine and seek as-
sistance from a specialist garage.
 Lamp failure
Read and observe
on page 32 first.

 illuminates – one of the lamps is defective. A message will appear con-
cerning the affected lamp.
An example message in the display of the instrument cluster
Check right dipped headlight beam!DIPPED HEADLIGHT CHECK RIGHT
 Diesel particulate filter (diesel engine)
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
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
regular basis.

 illuminates – the filter is clogged with soot. 
38Using the system

To clean the filter, and where traffic conditions permit » , drive as follows for
at least 15 minutes or until the indicator light  goes out.
Gear 4 or gear 5 engaged (automatic gearbox: Position D/S).
Vehicle speed at least 70 km/h.
Engine speed between 1800-2500 rpm.
If the filter is properly cleaned, the warning light 
extinguishes.
If the filter is not properly cleaned, the warning light 
does not go out and
the warning light 
begins to flash.Particulate filter: owner's manual!PARTICLE FILTER OWNER MANUAL
Seek help from a specialist garage.
WARNING■
Always adjust the speed and driving style to the actual weather, road, ter-
rain and traffic conditions.■
The diesel particulate filter reaches very high temperatures - there is a
fire hazard and serious injury could be caused. Therefore, never stop the
vehicle at places where the underside of your vehicle can come into contact
with flammable materials such as dry grass, undergrowth, leaves, spilled
fuel or such like.
CAUTION
■ As long as the warning light  illuminates, one must take into account an
increased fuel consumption and a power reduction of the engine.■
Using diesel fuel with an increased sulphur content can considerably reduce
the life of the diesel particle filter. A ŠKODA partner will be able to tell you
which countries use diesel fuel with a high sulphur content.
Note
We encourage you to avoid constant short journeys. This will improve the com-
bustion process of the soot particles in the diesel particulate filter.
 Windscreen washer fluid level
Read and observe
on page 32 first.

 illuminates – the windscreen washer fluid level is too low.
Add washer fluid!WASHER FLUID PLEASE TOP UP›Fill up the windscreen washer fluid.
 High beam assistant
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
 illuminates – the high beam assistant is activated » page 71, High-beam
assistant (Light Assist) .
  START-STOP system
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
The warning lights 
 indicates the state of the START STOP system
» page 124 , START-STOPsystem .
 Display of a low temperature
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
 illuminates – the outside temperature is below +4 °C.
WARNINGEven at temperatures of around +4 °C, black ice may still be on the road
surface! You should therefore not only rely on the outside temperature dis- play for accurate information as to whether there is ice on the road.
 Water in the fuel filter (diesel engine)
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
The fuel filter with water separator, filters out dirt and water from the fuel.
If too much water is present in the separator, the following information ap-
pears on the instrument cluster display.
The warning light  is only shown in the MAXI DOTdisplay.

 Illumi-
nates
Water in fuel filter. Owner's Manual!WATER IN FUEL FILTER
Seek help from a specialist garage.
39Instruments and warning lights

As long as the faults are not rectified the messages are always shown. After
they are displayed for the first time, the warning lights  (danger) or  (warn-
ing) continue to be indicated without information for the driver.
Overspeed warning at 120 km/h
Read and observe
on page 40 first.
This function only applies to certain countries.
An audible warning signal will sound when the vehicle speed exceeds 120
km/h. The audible warning signal is switched off when the vehicle speed falls
below 120 km/h.
Gear recommendation
Fig. 29
Information on the selected
gear / Gear recommendation
Read and observe on page 40 first.
A suitable gear is engaged, and if necessary a recommendation to shift to high
or lower gear is displayed.
A suitably engaged gear helps to reduce the fuel consumption and assist the
service life and reliability of the engine.
Display » Fig. 29
Optimal gear engaged
Recommended gear
Recommended gear
Besides showing the engaged gear, the arrow icon  and the recommended
gear are displayed.
For instance, if 

 appears in this display, this means it is recommended that
you shift from 3rd into 4th gear.
For vehicles with automatic transmission the recommended gear will be
shown provided the mode for manual switching (Tiptronic) is selected.WARNINGThe driver is always responsible for selecting the correct gear in different
driving situations, such as overtaking.
Driving data (Multifunction display)
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Operation
42
Information overview
42
Warning when exceeding the set speed
43
Memory
44
The driving data display is only possible with the ignition switched on.
After the ignition is switched on, the function that was last selected before
switching off the ignition is displayed.
For vehicles with a MAXI DOT display, the menu item
Driving data
must be selec-
ted and confirmed in the main menu » page 44.
The setting of the units and the switching on / off the display of some infor-
mation is available possible in the Infotainment » Owner´s Manual Infotain-
ment , chapter CAR - Vehicle Settings .
WARNINGConcentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver, you are fully re-
sponsible for the operation of your vehicle.41Information system

OperationFig. 30
Buttons/dial: on the control lever/multifunction steering wheel
Read and observe
on page 41 first.
The selection as well as the settings of the data values can be operated with
the buttons on the operating lever as well as on the multi-function steering
wheel » Fig. 30 .
Description of the operation
Button / dialActionOperationABriefly press at the top or bottomSelect data / set data valuesBPress brieflyView information / confirm specifica- tionCTurn upwards or down-wardsSelect data / set data valuesPress brieflyView information / confirm specifica- tion
Information overview
Read and observe
on page 41 first.
Overview of driving data (depending on the vehicle equipment).
Range
The detail provides information about the distance in km, that can be travelled with the current tank and with the same driving style.
If you drive more efficiently this value can increase.
With G-TEC vehicles, the following details are displayed.
▶ Total range
▶ Range with natural gas
▶ Range with gasoline
Average fuel consumption
The indication is calculated continuously since the last deletion of the memory.
After erasing the memory, no data will appear for the first 100 m driven.
With G-TEC vehicles, the average consumption of fuel currently being used is displayed.
Current fuel consumption
You can use this information to adapt your driving style to the desired fuel
consumption.
When the vehicle is stationary or slowly moving the fuel consumption is dis-
played in l/h (on models for some countries the following appears --,- km/l).
With G-TEC-vehicles running on natural gas fuel consumption is displayed
kg/h.
With G-TEC vehicles, the current consumption of fuel currently being used is
displayed.
Oil temperature
If the engine oil temperature is in the range 80-110 °C, the engine operating
temperature is reached.
If the oil temperature is lower than 80 °C or above 110 °C, avoid high engine
revs, full throttle and high engine loads.
If the oil temperature is lower than 50 °C or if a fault in the system for check-
ing the oil temperature is present,  are displayed instead of the oil tempera-
ture.
Warning against excessive speeds
Set the speed limit, for example, for the maximum permissible speed in town
» page 43 .
Traffic sign recognition
The following road sign will be displayed.
▶ Speed limits.
▶ Overtaking prohibited.
Further information » page 162, Traffic sign recognition . 42Using the system

Current driving speed
The display is identical to the display on the speedometer.
Average speed
The indication is calculated continuously since the last deletion of the memory.
After erasing the memory, no data will appear for the first 300 m driven.
Distance travelled
The distance travelled since the memory was last erased is displayed.
The maximum distance indicated is 9999 km. The indicator is automatically set
back to zero if this period is exceeded.
Driving time
The time travelled since the memory was last erased is displayed.
The maximum distance indicated is 99 hours and 59 minutes. The indicator is
automatically set back to zero if this period is exceeded.
Convenience consumers
There, the total consumption of all consumer comfort in l / h is displayed.
Along with the consumption data, a list of the three consumers with the larg-
est share of fuel consumption (e.g. air conditioning and similar devices) is dis-
played.
Refuelling amount 1)
After the consumption of about 10 litres of fuel from the fully refuelled tank, an amount of fuel is displayed in l. This amount can now be safely refilled.
Natural gas quality
The details of the quality of natural gas are displayed as a percentage of be-
tween 70% to 100%.
The higher the value of natural gas, the lower is the consumption.
Coolant temperature
If the coolant temperature is in the range 80-110 °C, the engine operating tem-
perature is reached.
If the temperature lies below 80 °C or above 110 °C, avoid high engine revs, full
throttle and high engine loads.Warning when exceeding the set speed
Read and observe
on page 41 first.
The system offers the possibility to set a speed limit beyond which an audible
alarm will sound and the following warning message appears.
Speed ... exceeded.SPEED TOO HIGH
Adjust the speed limit while the vehicle is stationary
›
Select the menu item
Warning at
at ( 
) or 
(
) and confirm.
›
Set the desired speed limit.
›
Confirm the set value, or wait several seconds; your settings will be saved
automatically.
The speed limit can be set in 5 km/h intervals.
Adjusting the speed limit while the vehicle is moving
›
Select the menu item
Warning at
at ( ) or
 (
 ) and confirm.
›
Drive at the desired speed.
›
Confirm the current speed as the speed limit.
The set speed limit can be manually adjusted later if needed.
Deactivate speed limit
›
Select the menu item
Warning at
at ( ) or
 (
 ) and confirm.
›
Confirm the stored value of the speed limits.
The speed limit will be disabled.
The speed limit set mode is stored even after the ignition is switched off and
on. After a gap between driving exceeding 2 hours, the pre-set speed limit is
deactivated.
1)
Only valid for some countries.
43Information system

CAUTION■To increase the access security to the transmitted vehicle data, once the
ŠKODA application has been started, you are requested to change the pass-
word/PIN code if the default password/PIN code has not yet been changed
» page 52 , Password/PIN code change . It is not possible to start the ŠKODA
application without changing it.■
ŠKODA accepts no responsibility for any problems caused by incompatibility
or improper functioning of the communication devices.
Note
The ŠKODA applications, support communications devices with the Android
operating system version 4.x.x and later and iOS 7.x.x and higher.
Connection to SmartGate using Wi-Fi
Read and observe
and on page 50 first.
Connecting to an Android communication device
›
Switch on the ignition.
›
Switch on the Wi-Fi on the communication device to be connected.
›
Start the SmartGate application using the communication device to be con-
nected.
›
Then follow the instructions in the manual, which are included in the
SmartGate application.
With SmartGate, a maximum of four communication devices can be connected
simultaneously using Wi-Fi, with as many launched ŠKODA applications as re-
quired.
Connecting to an iOS communication device
›
Switch on the ignition.
›
Switch on the Wi-Fi on the communication device to be connected.
›
Allow the communication device to be connected to search for available Wi-
Fi networks (see the Owner's Manual for the communication device to be
connected).
›
In the menu of the detected networks select “SmartGate_...” 1)
or “DIRECT
SmartGate_...” 1)
.
›
Enter the password » page 52.
With SmartGate, a maximum of four communication devices can be connected
simultaneously using Wi-Fi. In these communication devices, up to four ŠKODA
applications can be started simultaneously.
Disconnection
The connection can be switched off in one of the following ways.›
Switch off the ignition for longer than 5 seconds (for vehicles with a starter
button, switch off the engine and open the driver's door).
›
End the connection in the SmartGate application.
›
Switch off the Wi-Fi on the connected communication device.
Automatic connection
If the communication device once had a connection with SmartGate, then the
connection is automatically restored under the following conditions.
The ignition is switched on.
The Wi-Fi on the communication device to be connected is switched on.
The communication device to be connected stores the password required
for the connection check.
Connection to SmartGate using Wi-Fi Direct
Read and observe
and on page 50 first.
This type of connection is intended for communication devices running theAndroid operating system.
Connection set-up
›
Switch on the ignition.
›
Start the SmartGate application using the communication device to be con-
nected.
›
Then follow the instructions in the manual, which are included in the
SmartGate application.
With SmartGate, a maximum of two communication devices can be connected
simultaneously using Wi-Fi Direct, with as many launched ŠKODA applications
as required.
If you want to connect to SmartGate in another vehicle, you must first end the
existing connection to the SmartGate application and then re-establish the
connection. 
1)
The last 6 characters of the VIN vehicle identification number of your vehicle are displayed at position
....
51Information system

Disconnection
The connection can be switched off in one of the following ways.›
Switch off the ignition for longer than 5 seconds (for vehicles with a starter
button, switch off the engine and open the driver's door).
›
End the connection in the SmartGate application.
›
Switch off the Wi-Fi on the connected communication device.
Automatic connection
If the communication device once had a connection with SmartGate, then the
connection is automatically restored after the ignition is started.
SmartGate web interface
Read and observe
and on page 50 first.
SmartGate parameters can be set in the SmartGate web interface.
The following address must be entered via Wi-Fi in the web browser of the
connected communication device.
HTTP://192.168.123.1
The setting changes are only effective after pressing the “Save” button and
then the “Reboot” button.
Password/PIN code change
Read and observe
and on page 50 first.
The password for the Wi-Fi connection preset by the factory is the completevehicle identification number (upper case); the PIN code for the Wi-Fi Direct
connection preset by the factory is the last 6 digits of the vehicle identification
number.
After changing the password/PIN, the connection to SmartGate must be re-es-
tablished on the communication device to be connected using the new pass-
word or new PIN code.
If the password/PIN code is still set to the preset factory password/PIN code,
you are requested to change the password/PIN code after starting the ŠKODA
application. Without changing the password/PIN code, you are unable to use
the application.
Changing the password for the Wi-Fi connection›Open the SmartGate web interface.›
In the “WPA / WPA2 key:” menu item, enter the new password (8 to 63 al-
phanumeric characters and special characters, small and capital letters).
›
Confirm the password change by tapping on the “Save” interface.
›
Restart SmartGate by tapping on the “Reboot” 1)
interface.
Changing the PIN code for the Wi-Fi Direct connection
›
Open the SmartGate web interface.
›
In the “WiFi Direct PIN:” menu item, enter the new PIN code (6 digits).
›
Confirm the PIN code change by tapping on the “Save” interface.
›
Restart SmartGate by tapping on the “Reboot” 1)
interface.
Note
If you have forgotten your password for the connection to SmartGate,
SmartGate must be reset to factory settings in a specialised workshop.1)
If the “Reboot” interface is not displayed, you must manually restore the web browser display.
52Using the system